"In early November of 2016, I was  Diagnosed with PCOS. I was prescribed birth control named " Tri-Sprintec",and a 100 mg per pill diuretic named, "spiralactone." The reason I was easily diagnosed with PCOS is due to the unbelievable painful menstrual periods I would experience time after time. Not only that, random black hairs would pop up around my face and I'd have to constantly, routinely, pluck my chin for to get rid of the single course black stubborn hairs. Before I had my medication my acne and facial hair was terrible my depression and anxiety made me want to hide.  After 3 months of the combinations it meds I have notice an instant improvement to my skin.  I can't wait  for the day where I'm  completely acne free"


"Great

Effective

Unbelievable"


"My boyfriend and I were having sex about two weeks ago and we used protection but when he goes to take the condom off we both see that the condom is now busted , we were so scared he hurried called his mom for plan b I went into the bathroom and pee'd just to help get rid of a few sperm!  Eight hours later he got the pill to me .. I seen it was aftera and was so skeptical because I had never heard of it! I was supposed to have my period a week after but it end up coming 6 days after (a day early) I took a pregnancy test today and it was negative. Long story short different things work on different people! Do not freak out and stress its ok!"


"Unbelievable relief from post-op back surgery pain. Was DC'ed from morphine pump due to side effects (hallucinating, explosive agitation) and 10 mg of percocet every 4 hours made the fresh 7 inch incision in my lower back "go away". Warning, I did also hallucinate on this medication and it was very unpleasant. But more tolerable than morphine and with top notch pain relief."


"I experienced a really bad stress breakout on my face, chest and back. I was on an antibiotic for a bit and it did nothing. I finally saw a dermatologist and she prescribed me Atralin. After about two weeks of consistent use, I started seeing results. I now have been using it for about 6 months and am so happy with the results. It cleared up the acne on my back permanently, and I went from having big cysts on my face to now only a few blackheads once in  awhile, and I don't use it everyday anymore. My chest was the worst, and it cleared up cysts that I had struggled with for MONTHS, and even helped to lighten the red marks they left behind, although they are still somewhat visible. Overall I really liked this product."


"This Medicine works great when it comes to pain ."


"I was prescribed haldol when I went in patient for borderline personality disorder. Though haldol does help with my anger and agitation as well as suspiciousness and paranoia, it makes me so restless that I'm crying and would rather die than suffer like that. It makes me pace around constantly and I can't sleep because I HAVE to walk around and move my legs. I was also prescribed trileptal while I was there, which in conjunction with the haldol, makes me get such blurred vision that I'm walking into things and can't function. I stopped taking trileptal due to the side effects of taking it with the haldol and was put on lamictal which had no side effects. My outpatient psychiatrist has since taken me off the haldol due to the restlessness."


"I went on the shot in early July (2016) because I had very heavy periods that I wanted to control. After the first month, my regular cycle came but NEVER stopped. I bled every single day until my next shot. The doctor told me it should stop after the second shot once it regulated in my body. About a week after my shot, I started bleeding even heavier. I was having to change my tampon each hour and blood clots were coming out of me. After a month of bleeding like that it began to settle. I decided that I was not going to get my third shot ( January 2017). Anyways it is now June and I am still bleeding every single day. I'm now Anemic and have no energy. Not to mention all of the money I have spent on pads and tampons."


"The best I have felt since removal of thyroid in July of 2012 after trying combination of dosage to eliminate the dye and other additives."


"I had jaw surgery 2 weeks ago and I have to be on liquid diet for maybe less than 6 weeks but can also have very soft foods. After a week and half I started eating scrabled eggs and then a couple days later I had to go poop and COULD NOT come out. It was painfull and to the point I was crying, then I was researching on what is the most effective out there... Magnesiam Citrate. I went to walgreens with my dad and he said when he was a child, this was the BEST solutions that helped him out on his constipation. When I bought the Wild Cherry flavor of MOM Phillips I took it right away. It Immediately helped out the cramps because it was extermely painful then I went to take a long nap then 5 hours later IT CAME OUT LIKE A DREAM. Try it Please!"


"I have been suffering with back pain for 18 years. I have had two surgery 25 EPO injections, radio frec. (that's when they burn the nerves) just to name a few. I've been on this for only one week but it seems to help, but it's still early. I am very good about following doctors orders and he is one of the best. "


"This medication helps me to function and feel sane!"


"Works consistently... when other nausea medicines didnt work at all."


"This was my first pill I have ever tried, and it was by far the worst one. Depression is a silent killer, no sex drive, tired, weight gain. It was not healthy for me, when I quit it I felt much better and became myself again, not worth it."


"I used 10 mg zopidem for 7 years. It worked like a charm.  I went from 10 to 15 to 20 mg of this new stuff.  Nothing. I'm just going to have to go one week Belsomra and 45 mg mirtazapine and one week zolpidem. I had such high hopes. But doesn't get rid of my sleep anxiety."


"Failed me twice...used next choice twice and still got pregnant"


"I started taking Aviane in April I switched to it from YAZ because it made me psycho with migraines every other day. At first I loved Aviane because my headaches went away. I'm now 8 months into it and breaking out like a teenager. I am 25 years old but you wouldn't know it by my face. I am so depressed about it. I don't want to look at anyone or talk to anyone. My overall mood when I don't have to talk to people is great. I love the way it makes me feel. It just seriously screwed up my face with cystic acne all around my chin and mouth area. I'm switching to another pill on Sunday! YAY ME! More breakouts through the transition period. WISH ME LUCK. :("


"I was on OrthoTriCyclenLo for about 3 years. I had to switch off this pill because my insurance didn't cover it anymore and there was no way I'd be paying $109 per pack. I didn't have any bad side effects on this pill. I noticed I gained about 10lbs over the years on this pill, but I wouldn't 100% blame that on the pill, I'd say it's more to do with me not working out and stuffing my face. My boobs grew 3 cup sizes. I was a 36C before, then worked my way up to a 32DDD. My acne cleared up completely and if I ever did get pimples it was always around the same time in the same spot. My periods were 3-5 days and they were very light with little to no cramps. No condoms with bf and never had a pregnancy scare. I would recommend OrthoTriCyclenLo."


"I started Yasmin pill 3 days ago and I am definitely not going to be carrying on with it because I have had shortness of breath which could be related to me panicking and worrying about the side effects, I also have hand numbness in my left hand, dizziness and tingling. Although I haven't been on it long enough I do believe it helps acne very often because if your acne is hormonal and you break out during your period, when your due on or around your ovulation times going on the pill should hopefully stop this from happening, we all react in different ways so I wish you the best of luck(:"


"Switching to Nuvaring was an awesome decision and I would never go back to other birth control methods. I experienced no weight gain (people blame their birth control for that way too often), my skin was fine, no mood swings, no side effects whatsoever. You can't feel it when you're having sex and it's relatively easy to put it in and to remove it. You don't feel it once it's in. The only downfall is it is pretty expensive (with my insurance $90/month) but there's a 50% off coupon that the company offers so it makes it much easier to afford. I love this birth control and would recommend it to anyone who asked."


"I%u2019ve been on the Depo shot since for over 2 years & it works very well with me. I have 3 CONS 1) I have gained 20 lbs. in the past 2 years. 2) It%u2019s not good for your bones & I have scoliosis so that worries me. 3) If you decide to get off of Depo it may take up to a year to get pregnant. I am looking into other methods of BC so when I do decide I am ready I don%u2019t have to wait a year.
OTHER SIDE EFFECTS: I have spotting, & sometimes cramps, once every 3 months near the time for my next shot. Way better than having a period every month. Also a lower sex drive and it is difficult for me lubricate myself during sex but not a problem for me or my boyfriend.
PROS are I don%u2019t have headaches or mood swings. I have had anxiety & depression before I got the shot so I do not think the shot causes my anxiety or depression.
I think this a great method of BC. But everyone is different & experiences it differently."


"I have been taking the medicine since November 2012.  I started at 10mg a day, then 20mg daily, and now at 30mg daily in 3 divided doses.  I am on this medicine due to a spinal cord stroke I suffered in July 2012 that left me unable to walk. It was an incomplete stroke though so as time has gone by I have been able to use my walker in place of the wheelchair.  Over the past couple of days I have found myself being able to walk seven to ten steps on my own. I attribute this to the baclofen working on the spasticity in my right leg.  Side effects were some drowsiness at the beginning, but I am also on tramadol, oxycodone, Lyrica, and morphine, so it may be that some effects were simply masked by these other medications.  I give baclofen an A !"


"I smoked at least two packs a day before trying Chantix. I had tried to quit before but I had a feeling of rage and depression when I wasn't smoking. I started taking the medication and around 8 days in the thought of smoking would almost make me sick. when I would smoke there was no satisfaction to be had. I did experience strange dreams and actually had a few blisters in my mouth. I called my doctor who said to continue treatment despite the side effects. The side effects were definitely worth the outcome. I have been tobacco free for almost three years now. I've even went two years without even a single cold which I contribute to no longer smoking."


"Insertion was actually more painful than I expected. My doctor prescribed a pill for me to insert 12 hours prior to my appointment, which was supposed to "numb" the area in a way. Still, I had a lot of pain when my cervix was first clamped down on. A quick shot took this away in no time and shortly after, it was all done! I could even drive myself home with no issues. Such an easy process. I didn't have a bad recovery period for the next few days. The cramping wasn't bad. Then, I didn't have a period for the next two months. The main difference I'm noticing is that I get cramps all month long now. And, during my actual period, the cramps are far more severe than they ever were before. Regardless, I think this is far preferable than pills!"


"I suffer from bladder seizures. My doctor put me on demerol in 1997. I take 100mg twice a day. I have tried other meds, such as Percocet, oxycodone but those gave me too many side effects. I'm allergic to codeine. Each month I see my doctor and get a new prescription. I just found out my pharmacy ( Medicine Shop) cannot get it in any size dosage anymore! I tried Walgreens, Walmart and CVS. No one carries it or is willing to try to get it. What's going on? My only alternative is 12-16 Advil a day, every day."


"After experiencing crippling anxiety and panic attacks, I took a leave of absence from and eventually lost my six figure lucrative job in Boston. I went into a residential treatment center for 2 months. I did a 7 week trial of Celexa and Paxil. Both made me severely more anxious, agitated, jittery and gained 20 pounds. I felt completely hopeless. At the center, they also introduced me to Vistaril. It was the ONLY thing that worked (besides Ativan, which is addictive). At one point I was up to 75mg/day and noticed my resting pulse was consistently 25-30bpm higher than usual. My diastolic BP also consistently was 10 higher. I lowered my dose to only 12.5mg/day and pulse and BP went back to normal and still worked well. It won't help depression though"


"YOU MUST BE YOUR OWN ADVOCATE AND DO YOUR RESEARCH about Meridia AND the current drugs you are taking!

I was overweight, diabetic, with high blood pressure and high liver enzymes.  My doctor thought more pills and/or shots or increasing dosages was the answer to everything. I was on 11 different medicines and had no energy and just wanted to sleep all the time.

Doctor prescribed Meridia, nothing happened. 4 weeks later, she increased the dose, no change. So I was complaining about not losing any weight and someone said "maybe there's a drug interaction with something you're already taking".  I never even considered that.  Went online and gee-whiz and bang it wasn't just the Meridia, there were several interactions going on! DON'T DO THIS WITHOUT CONSULTING YOUR DOCTOR!  I went off all the medicines and started from scratch. Began with 2 of the diabetic and 1 blood pressure medicine. My appetite dropped immediately.  Took sugar and blood pressure readings every 4 hours for a week. My sugar and blood pressure stayed normal. So I added the Meridia.

I ate only half servings of whatever I wanted other than sweets. MY GOAL WAS NOT TO DIET BUT TO LEARN A NEW EATING BEHAVIOR. My weight was 199.5lbs and now 6 weeks later I've lost 16 pounds (2-3 pounds a week). Had to reduce the dose of my diabetic medicines two times. (I'm totally off the insulin).  Now I only take the 2 diabetic and 1 blood pressure medicine and the Meridia (15mg) daily. I feel good and have normal energy.

I have very mild nausea every day and get massive heartburn if I eat to many carbohydrates. The cost is $196.00 a month.  But this is well worth it to get my weight stable and improve my health."


"I've taken this medication for 8 months and i am satisfied. I mean just about as satisfied as can be with birth control. Personally no matter what birth control I have been on, I have always experienced a lower sex drive but I guess that's just a sacrifice I've learned to live with but other than that my body reacted very well to it. No noticeable weight gain, and no mood swings and it definitely helped with cramps."


"I'm 21 years old and me & my guy use protection every time. This particular night he got too excited & pulled the condom off. Unfortunately it was the day I ovulated. I'm working and in school so having a baby right now is not in our plans. I went to the pharmacy and got the pill for $50. It was around 3 hours later when I took the pill. I had some cramping and nausea for two days after the pill. My period came on at the usual time 2 weeks later. It was a lot heavier than normal, but I wasn't pregnant. I came here to read reviews before my decision, so I hope my story can help other women or couples."


"Its helping my sugar levels.  I have no side effects."


"I was taking Aviane before and transferred my prescription to a different pharmacy. There they gave me lutera since they did not have aviane... Worst experience of my life. Constant headaches and acne were the main symptoms right before my period. Extremely painful periods as well. If you are experiencing these symptoms while on lutera, I would highly recommend trying aviane. I do not have any headaches or acne and my periods are pain free."


"Ive been on the copper IUD for 3 years and i love it! As its non hormonal i had no side effects, didn't feel the insertion and had no pain after. My periods are regular although a bit heavy but nothing i cant bare.  I do recommend this if u dont wanna mess ur hormones up."


"This medication is supposed to be continual pain relief, but on day one it gives mediocre results, day two somewhat okay results although my pain is still at a 4. Then on day three, watch out. Pain level back to a level 8 to 10. I then go through the sweats on day three, and the chills and nausea the entire day. I have only been on this patch 1 month."


"After reading of so many negative side effects of Femara I was hesitant to start. Since it decreases my chances of recurrence by 25% I felt I must try it. I've been on it for 1 year now and have had very few if any negative side effects. My hair regrowth has been spotty and slow, whether due to the Femara or just the general effects of chemo and radiation I'm not sure. I switched 2 months ago to the generic formula, have noticed no changes. I feel very fortunate not to have suffered many of the effects other women have reported."


"I started getting acne in my early 20's and by 27 I was suffering from cystic acne.. In total I'd say I've tried 20 or more treatments without improving. I did two courses of accutane without improvement... about a year later I went to a new dermatologist and was prescribed differin gel. After three months my face was perfect.. no acne, no scars. Don't even judge it for two months... waiting isn't fun but discouragement can lead to quitting... don't quit you won't regret it... my skin did get dry and sensitive but got better within a month or so... don't scrub, use excessive products and use moisturizer... seriously perfect skin!!"


"I have had the Mirena for three years after having my second child.  I actually had the old IUD with my first child for ten years.  The first IUD I bled a lot with my period and cramped.  However, with the Mirena I have been okay. I can't remember the last time I saw my period.  I am considering taking it out so I can get pregnant with my third child."


"First treatment to effectively stop my heart burn and reflux in more than a year."


"I am 59 years old. I had all the symptoms of menopause from dryness to night sweats , insomnia, mood swings etc.. I started taking Angeliq nad now feel like  I did when I was 25.  I have been on it for 12 years and have never experienced the side effects mentioned. However more recently I am experiencing a strange prickly pain in my heart.. I am hoping its not serious. Quite honestly I am actually afraid to get it checked as i am  afraid the doctor might ask me to stop my angelic intake. Sincerely I will never ever be able to stop taking them. I will be  miserable without them. They are my happy pills."


"I've taken oral birth control pills for years after getting an on call job I was no longer to take them at a scheduled time. I'm 23 and sexually active and would love to wait until I'm ready for my own family. Insertion for me personally felt like a hardcore cramp , one like no other I had felt before but it was over quickly. One bad part! Hours after I had been home I went to go outside and suddenly felt nauseas, got extremely dizzy with blurred vision I thought I was about to pass out! Supposedly its normal but it was still terrifying. After the first day I have had no other symptoms (spotting ,moodiness, etc ) and have to say I love my Skyla. Its worry free birth control and gives me peace of mind for the next 3 years!"


"I started LoLo about one month ago. I switched from Nuvaring to the pill. Everyone is different, but for reference, I'm 26, 5'8", 130. I'm pretty healthy and wanted to see how this would work and now I've had nausea for about 3 weeks, low sex drive, low appetite. My skin and weight have not changed at all. Called my doc and she said my body is getting used to the meds. Hoping this ends soon because it's no fun!"


"The trade off is a few hours of real pain for 3 years of not having to worry about birth control. I have never had children and I'm 22 years old, so my cervix is really small according to my doctor. That's why the insertion, and the few hours after, hurt so very badly. However, since then I have felt no pain. I can't feel it ever. The best part is that my periods are incredibly light and only last one or two days! I am really glad I did this, and in three years I'll probably get another one."


"I started this drug ten years ago and gave rave reviews then so would like to again. I was able to manage my FM through diet, exercise and adequate sleep through most of my 20's. One day I pushed myself too hard at work, and I got to what I call "final stage". Half hour after getting a shot of Dilodid in the ER I was still crying and writhing. Doctor came in and sat down looking worried. "There's probably nothing more you can do for me." I said "No, there's not." She sent me home with maximum doses of every painkiller on the planet-nothing got rid of the deep burning aching pain. It hurt to stand, sit, walk, lie down. I laid in bed for days not knowing what to do. I tried Lyrica. That pain has been gone ever since. I got my life back."


"I started bc when I was 15 for acne and I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about a year. I woke up every morning sick to my stomach, I had no appetite most days, and my acne only sort of improved. My insurance switched and so I switched bc to bc for a few months straight. I went from a knockoff, to sprintec, to knockoff of that etc. All helped with the nausea a little more, not too much with my acne, and a few made me very depressed. I switched to previfem and I have been on it continuously for around 2 years now. It makes me feel so normal that the first few weeks on it I was scared it wasn't working. Not pregnant. No acne. I have my cycle down to the exact hour. Would recommend for young girls who don't react well to combo packs."


"I used this after a condom split- was very worried as I was a week away from my period! Ordered this and took it about 1 and 1/2 to  two hours after sex. Period came on time and I'm not pregnant. Please don't worry- I stressed myself out loads but if you took it within about 8 hours the chance of you being pregnant is absolutely miniscule. No side effects for me!"


"The best pain medication, that I have ever used. Been on pain meds for 25 yrs. If not for this I would not be able to walk."


"I have been on this medication for approximately 6 days. I have been experiencing pins and needle pain on my feet, hands and breast. Also fatigue and sore inside upper lip. Will be seeing my physician this week.

Has anyone experience this? May have to stop mybetriq."


"Armpits would sweat profusely. I would stuff paper towels under my armpits and they would come out drenched.  I used Hypercare for the first time.  The sweating completely stopped.  However, I broke out in a bad rash under my armpits the first time I applied it.  I noticed that my armpits were completely dry within the first week, but the sweating became worse on my hands and feet.  I plan on using it for my hands as well."


"I had kyleena inserted on July 21. I was so nervous I made the doctor tell me everything he was doing while he was doing it. By the time he told me what he was doing. It was over. Other than the whole prepping the cervix situation, insertion was over on like 30 seconds. Felt like a tiny pinch. I didn't really need pain relievers. Biggest pain the butt that I had was bleeding an entire month. I got it inserted in on July 21 because I was getting married August 21 figuring I would be in the clear by the wedding. I WAS WRONG. I was still bleeding on my wedding night.  A whole month later.  Periods used to be 3-4 days now 9 -10. Back aches feel worse than they used to before insertion. I'm contemplating  removal.  I'll give til  Month 6."


"I have trigeminal neuralgia and have been suffering from it for quite some time. I was put on 300 mgs twice a day and it didn't help at all and the attacks were just getting more severe and frequent, so the neurologist upped it to 900mgs a day. Still no relief! I have been on two other kinds and pretty much have to rely on pain medication which doesn't even relieve all the pain."


"I took this medicine 2 years ago for about a month because of my other hypertension medicines were causing rashes. After a couple of medicines were recommended, I took Micardis and although it lowered my pressure some, I was waking up every two hours at night. So I switched to several other medications that also did not work well. I told my MD I would try Micardis again because the side effects were less than all other medicines I had tried. So far (8 months) my pressure is better and the insomnia is workable and not so constant."


"ok so I'm 17 and have taken this for only 2 days and already CRAZY emotional. also gotten some pretty severe headaches. I'll update further on about acne/weight gain/period lightening... but so far not sure if I'm liking it"


"I feel like my old self.  I have more energy and confidence. I have new hobbies. I am less stressed and more focused. It has changed my life."


"I've had the mirena coil fitted and can honestly say best thing I've done!. Of course the fitting of it is very uncomfortable, but I had a great doctor who talked to me and kept my mind off the process. For the sake of 10 minutes of uncomfortable fitting, for 5 years of not needing to do anything for protection I will happily go for this again. After the fitting it was just like strong period pains on the evenings for a week, but now I can't even tell it's in!. Honestly yes it hurts to get fitted but it's worth it!."


"On day 10 of Fetzima 40mg after lexapro stopped helping me even though i still take it. So far so good it seems to be helping my mood hope it continues. No side effects that i notice. Going to be upped to 80mg as long as my BP is ok. The struggle continues wont stop till i find some kind of normality"


"I was prescribed Benzaclin because after going off the pill after about 7 years of use my skin began to break out like crazy. I tried pretty much every home remedy and over the counter acne product I could find with no success. Within 3 days of using this cream twice daily my acne was pretty much all cleared without any new breakouts. Still have to see the long term effectiveness, but overall would highly recommend. The only side effect I have experienced is really dry skin, especially around existing breakouts, but it's nothing a moisturizer can't fix."


"I got my implant in September 2007, a month after I had my daughter. It was practically a painless insertion, the only thing that kind of hurt was the numbing of the area. It stings a bit when they inject the medication in your arm. I love this thing, its the best ever. I've had no periods until now. I would recommend this to anyone who is absent minded and forgets their pill."


"Diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome, was going to the bathroom 10x times a day. Was prescribed this two weeks ago. Take 3x times a day. So far pill works great down to 2x times a day and my stomach looks smaller since I was always bloated. Only side effect I've noticed is it makes me tired during the day."


"I'm a 20 year old female who started taking Vyvanse about a year ago. I take two 70s every morning and I still end up feeling exhausted around 9 every night. I'm pretty sure I'm heavily bipolar though and that my family isn't listening to me causing me to frankly, lose my mind. I end up skipping a lot of pills and that seems to help. Those days I feel comfortably idle."


"This is my third round of starting Pristiq (02/12). First was in 2008. In 2008, I literally had NO anxiety or depression after four weeks and thought Pritiq was incredible (first and only experience with an antidepressant)! I started sleeping better immediately. Discontinued cold turkey after a few months thinking I was "cured" of anxiety...NEVER EVER do that!!! Round two was during summer 2010. The anxiety and depression returned with a vengeance. Started Pristiq again and began to feel the positive effects after two weeks. I gradually discontinued the medicine around January 2011 because my stress (likely diet and job) was out of control. No side effects here and no plans to discontinue. My wife takes it for panic disorder-works like a charm!"


"This my 2nd birth control and let me say its a BIG improvement from my last. The 1st week of my 1st packet I had some dizziness/nausea and I got my period a week early. Other than that this pill has worked well for me, especially since my breasts have grown. Also, although acne is 1 of the side effects I find myself having no pimples now (although I'm not sure it would have the same for moderate or severe acne). I would recommend this to anyone."


"Way too itchy, I can barely leave it on, I tried it for a week straight, and at the end of the week where I had the patches started to bubble up like a blister.

Extremely painful for prolonged use."


"I'm very happy to say that at 41 I am free of Anxiety and Panic. I was started on 5mg , experienced side effects major dizzy like vertigo, but these are listed as side effects so I hung in there. Glad I did, only a week later no symptoms, no anxiety no panic attacks. Had some break through anxiety with stress from home accompanied by terrorism being covered by news ,doctor bumped me up to 10mg. This time no side effects , worked great. Right now I'm experiencing dizziness again months later, my feeling is I need to go back down to 5mg because it's now to much for my body. I do not take other medications, I feel this is important for it to work effectively. Seeing a lot of mixing prescription or supplements and  buspirone having bad reviews"


"Recently I had replaced my Implanon with the second. While insertion I got an infection. On the first Implanon I had NO problems whatsoever. It did not hurt and never had any side effects. I have had more problems then ever with this second one. I have had two infections since December 2012. I am on my second antibiotic now. As much as I hate to think about it, if this does not clear up after this cycle I will be forced to remove it. Despite the infections I love the Implanon, the convenience and my insurance took care of everything!"


"My Rheumatologist prescribed the Voltaren Gel to use with my oral Meloxicam and the combination is tremendous. I am having very little pain for the first time in 3 years in my knees and feet. On a recent business trip to Germany I purchased 4 large tubes of a higher strength (over the counter in Germany and Switzerland) for 1/3 the price of my copay. A very effective drug for me."


"I started this about 6 -7 weeks ago after laparoscopy for small endo on my bowel and top of cervix was unsuccessful.

The first month was a nightmare. Started with worsening pain symptoms and an extra-long last period. Mood swings were outrageous. Crying, all the time and a little feet/ankle swelling.

Started adding back therapy and spironolactone a week ago and as I reach the end of month two, I'm pain free and I feel emotionally more stable. The side effects are manageable, at least right now. So if you can get past the initial period, it works."


"I love this medication, I have been so ashamed to go out and be around any one scared that someone would notice the stains on my shirt from the sweat. I have been using Drysol for about 2 months now and I can't explain how happy I am to be in my own skin, just being around people made me feel like an outsider. Not only did my armpit stop sweating the medication has made my body stop sweating as well. Good by night sweats. I am ready and able to be using this for the rest of my life. Thank you so much Drysol.  Life saver."


"6'1 220lb man. Took first dose of ramipril before bed last night, 2.5mg. Didn't sleep very well. Took blood pressure reading after coffee in the morning........124/76. WOW 1 dose. Normally 140/90. Will start taking first thing in morning because of sleep issues."


"I've been suffering from major depression since I was a teen. I've had issues with panic attacks, severe anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and just about everything else. For years I've been on Lexapro because it's the only medication that would work for me. The side effects of Lexapro however were horrendous! The side effects outweighed the benefits. After a few months of discussing it, my doc switched me to Brintellix. I have done a 180! I feel so much better that it scares me! I haven't felt this good in so long that I forget how to act. I'd say it's a miracle., but I know it's no miracle.. it's science! After a lifetime of depression, I'm excited for the future."


"I love that it completely stopped my outrageous heavy bleeding, which in turn made me anemic.  So I am happy for that.  However, the only side effect that I am experiencing is super dry skin on my arms, neck and face...I feel it is aging me overnight.  Some constipation, and not really hot flashes but warm spells every now and then.  Can't wait for surgery to get my hormones back to work."


"Last night was my first dose.  Half of a amitriptyline 25mg tablet.  I took it at quarter to midnight, but did not finally fall asleep until around 5AM.  I slept for almost twelve hours.  I guess I need to take it earlier if it doesn't knock me out like I expected.  The light hurts my eyes today.  I can't look out my window.  Artificial light isn't as bad, but still hurts.  Despite these problems, I feel more clear than I have in months. Maybe even years.  Any pain that I have is very slight, so I'm thinking that's why my doctor wanted me to take ibuprofen with this - because it will actually be able to help with my pain now.  This is only after my first dose, but I am pretty excited.  I can move around the house again like a normal person!"


"Taking only one sachet per day, has resolved the diarrhea  problems post op cholecystectomy, but now have haemorrhoid problem and a little bit of bloating, but these are tolerable in comparison with ruining to the loo 12 plus times a day,  but am going to try a wean off it and see what happens as it is now 7 months since my op so may have settled down a bit."


"I'm using Subutex to get off methadone and eventually become opiate free, if the pain issues which mandated narcotic relief in the first place, will allow it. I went from 90mg of methadone to 16mg of Subutex in only three days i.e., 90mg methadone to 40mg, 20mg then 10mg and onto 8mg Subutex which precipitated almost instantaneous withdrawal sickness of the first magnitude. In spite of repeated doses of Subutex these symptoms lasted 1.5 days and all this in a hospital setting. Point is, one needs to be in a fairly uncomfortable stage of withdrawal before taking Subutex or you may well find yourself in an even worse situation."


"I completed the third shot in the series on Thursday before Thanksgiving. After the first and second shots I experienced about a 90% reduction in pain and did not need to take any pain medication at all.  After the third shot I started experiencing more pain again and needed to start using pain medication again.  I am hoping it goes back to the 90% with no pain medication."


"I was prescribed Celexa for anxiety. I had previously tried Prozac, which made things even worse. Celexa (10mg) was great. I felt better, just a bit more evened out, and less anxious. It's definitely not a xanax but it helped me to feel more like myself. However, it also made me gain about 15 pounds in only 3 months. During this time I was exercising, eating healthfully, and still gaining. I eventually weaned myself off it. Weaning myself off was *terrible*. Nausea, inability to concentrate, etc."


"After changing jobs I was feeling depressed and was having anxiety attacks. Although Zoloft worked, and the first day or so were fine, I experienced intense prolonged anxiety in the remaining days of the first week. There were a couple of days there when it was relentless and extremely difficult to deal with. I'm on day 6 now and it seems to have passed. I get the odd pang but it goes away reasonably quickly. I feel calmer and more relaxed. Much less likely to react to little things. I do feel like my sex drive has dropped and it is harder to orgasm. I have a slight dizzy feeling that's manageable (I hope it goes away). I also commonly have a dry mouth. Lost my appetite. Haven't felt like exercising. Only 1 week in."


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"Nasty stuff, no doubt.   It did work though.  Started 1st dose at 7 pm.  Poured in 16 oz cup and added cold water per instructions.   Drank it holding my nose.  Took about 30 minutes to get it down.  Bowel movement started within another 30 minutes.  Went on until about 9:30.  Just liquid by that point.  Next dose at 4 am.   Much harder to get down.  Took about an hour and I could not finish the whole thing.   It still worked within 30 minutes and here is the kicker.  2nd dose needed for stuff that builds up over the night.  Started out pretty dark again, mostly liquid, and finished at light yellow.   It cleaned me out but good.   Procedure at 10 am and had 5 polyps.  Clips needed for one larger one.  Waiting on biopsy bottom line DO IT !!!"


"My experience with Brintellix has been terrible. This is the worse anti-depressant I have ever taken. Bad if you have insomnia. Bad if you have problems with rumination. Bad if you have anxiety. Enough said."


"I have frequent episodes of diverticulitis. My doctor prescribes a 10-day supply of Bactrim DS. Many times 10 days is not enough to completely clear up the problem so I wind up needing an additional 10 days worth of medicine.

I have not had any bad side effects from this drug. I wish someone would create a drug to prevent diverticulitis."


"I was taking this medication for two years and I never had any problems with it whatsoever. I started it mainly to regulate my period because I was very irregular. With the Syronx, I had a period every month. At first it would start on Sunday and go to the next Sunday, then it went to Wednesday night-Sunday night. I never had any moodiness, acne, weight gain or any side effects from it. Unfortunately my doctor made me stop using it due to "high blood pressure" I always take my blood pressure at home and it is usually 134/80. Of course it is going to be high at a doctors office. I am now on a all hormones pill called Nora-Be which I started yesterday morning. Not sure how I feel about not having an off week for the "sugar pills.""


"No problems on this medication.  On it for three years now. My blood pressure has gotten better and better."


"I have severe anxiety and had horrible side effects from benzodiazepines. This medication has been very helpful. I am taking 0.2 mg. twice daily. Started with 0.1 mg.  I recommend slowly increasing your dosage because it tends to make you drowsy until you get used to it."


"This medication is absolutely wonderful. It is the first topical I've used that actually works. My skin is definitely under control and I only get one or two pimples around that time of the month. I can handle one or two."


"Well I was diagnosed w/ Hep C 5 years ago, I was way too scared to do interferon so I never went for treatment! Now that Harvoni came out I decided to give it a try & it's been 11 days and the only side effects I'm experiencing are headaches!!! Headaches all day everyday!!! It's horrible but I guess it could be worst! I am trying to drink plenty of water, keeping my fingers crossed!"


"The combo of atenolol in the morning and 1 propafanone at

bedtime has stopped my atrial-fibrillation in its tracks!"


"For me all the side effects were extreme. Too extreme to continue taking the medicine for more than a week."


"Have had problems for over 4 years.  Nothing worked.  Tried everything doctor said (gastro specialist), nothing worked.  Finally a PA at a local clinic suggested Amitiza and what a change.  No major side effects.  Have even lost weight, more energy, no bloating and expecially no more digging the crap out just to get relief!  No more bleeding and hemorroids from straining too much.  Made me feel like a totally different woman.  It also helped me control my blood sugar better.  This is truly a miracle.  Would not be without it."


"I have been on many antidepressants for depression and anxiety. I have suffered with this for years, and I just started Pristiq today. Already I feel like I am more awake and can concentrate better. I am on 50 mg extended release tablets. I hope that it helps me more in the days to come to feel even better. So far it seems to have helped even though I just took it today!"


"I just had my second screening colonoscopy.  Due to a family history of colon cancer, my first screening was at age 40.  For that procedure, I was given Versed/Demerol, which did not work well for me.  It caused agitation, foggy thoughts, prolonged amnesia, and depression that lasted a couple of weeks.

This time, using propofol, it was a night-and-day difference.  I went out in just 5-10 seconds after injection, and I woke up quickly and smoothly.  I have full memory of the recovery room, speaking with the doctor afterward, etc.  I took it easy the rest of the day, but I felt fine, with no lingering amnesia or foggy-headedness.

For me, it will be propofol only from now on!"


"I have been using Drysol for over fifteen years. This is a miracle product which will not only stop excessive sweating, but it also eliminates odor caused by perspiration. I must warn that this product does burn and you may experience extreme dryness in areas where it is applied, but the results are worth the burning and dryness. One application of Drysol is effective for a year or more of less sweating for me and my husband. It's amazing!"


"I was on so many medicines, hoping from doctor to doctor until I found a neuropsychiatrist who took me off all that gunk and had me try Lamictal. While I am not cured, I most certainly am far more functional with my highs and lows being far less extreme.  I also take Prozac to make sure that Lamictal alone won't make me hypomanic. I become that way if on Lamictal alone. I have been on these two medicines for many years. This is the first time ever anything has worked, worked reasonably well and this long!"


"I'm 26 and have been taking this medication for about 9 months. The first few weeks it made me shaky and thirsty. It immediately got rid of my sweet tooth, and it's true food doesn't quite taste as good with it, but I'm happier with that being the case. Before I took the medication I had been severely depressed for nearly 15 years and couldn't bring myself to take antidepressants. I finally hit an incredibly stressful period in my life last year that made me feel completely hopeless every minute of every day. Wellbutrin does not make me "happy" and "laughing like a kid" as some other users say, but it does make me feel like I am back to the same level that most people are on, kind of right in the middle, which is 100 times better than where I was."


"I want to share my experience in hopes it will help someone else. I am 55 and have been prescribed this drug since I was 23. Like many of you, I unwittingly discovered my severe panic in public speaking situations at the worst of times. At a presentation. I bombed it bad. Runaway heartbeat, profuse sweating, high pitched voice. I thought my career was over. This had never happened to me before. By sheer grace of God I saw a Dr who prescribed Inderall LA. I tried it out in medium pressure situations and it worked great. I ventured out to higher pressure situations with great results.  I now own a company with 60 employees.  If performance anxiety is your problem, this is worth a shot. Be aware it might not be your only problem. Good luck"


"I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia a few years ago. I have taken several different medicines over the years. I was taking Cymbalta and loved it. But it was Killing my liver. So I Had to Stop! I was given Mobic and have really liked the way it has helped my pains! I am concerned about my stomach and liver effects, so I don't take Mobic every day. I take 15mg at a time about 2-3 times a week. This helps me. Hopefully it will help you too."


"The first 4 weeks were hard... I felt bloating and mild pain constantly (this may have been psychological - I couldn't stop thinking about a plastic thing in my uterus!), and lots of spotting / discharge.

However after that.... nothing... literally!

I am now on my second coil, 7 years in....

Not had a period in 7 years, not even spotting - even when I had the old one replaced...

This is the BEST form of contraceptive and period controller I have ever used, and I only wished I had taken the risk 20 years ago!"


"Ok so I have delt with acne my entire life even in my 30s. I was given this med for another issue and I noticed my skin is clearing up. I have been reading some of the reviews and not to be judgmental but I am shocked at how many people are using this med for 6 plus months. Transplant patients it's a must(my mother is one)  but to use this long term is not my cup of tea. With bacteria becoming more and more immune to everyday meds what will they do when they have a severe infection like staph and it no longer works. Hospital bound on vanco, I know from experience. Trust me my acne is horrible and I truly understand the heartbreak but risking immunity from an antibiotic is not worth to me. Think long term. Just my opinion, God bless!"


"Took my first 500mg pill last night after supper, really feel good this morning, no pain when sleeping. Will post again in a week to update."


"I took one 50mg dose and woke a few hours later with serious chest pains, a bad chemical taste in my mouth and nose.  I have no idea whether it changed the bladder problem and I will not touch it again."


"I've been taking zolpidem for a few months. I use it between 5-7 nights a week. It's not recommended to take it nightly but it works. I'm 51 years old. Maybe it's addictive but so is sleep! I feel ever so much better the next day. I don't notice any side effects yet."


"The only medicine on the market that truly worked for me.  I suffered a gunshot wound to the head that penetrated through the brain and hit the spinal cord. Lyrica is the only medicine that controls the pain to a near 0/10. Unbelievable medicine for nerve pain without all the horrible side effects of Neurontin."


"Works great, I feel so much better, and no side effects at all!"


"I got the Skyla put in October 2014. The procedure hurt like a mother but after I got home and took a nap I was fine.  Had light to spotty periods for a couple months. Now I only know when it's that time when I get my normal PMS symptoms.  I unfortunately am one of the unlucky percentage that ended up with the acne side effect which is really irritating. Thought getting of the pill I would lose weight but at first it did but it came back.  Nice not taking a pill everyday but will not be renewing this med."


"About to start my 5th shot (first two at .75 and 1.5 every shot thereafter) no appetite - losing weight - headache nausea come and go but Dramamine can be purchased very cheaply anywhere u buy aspirin and that cures any nausea.  No belching or stomach cramps as long as u lay off fried foods - awesome drug very happy."


"I've always had really mild breakouts ever since college started, but I gradually lost them through Clearasil and St. Ives. But now that I'm in my junior year, I'm breaking out twice as much. My dermatologist prescribed me Differin (0.01 cream adapalene), and it was quite pricey because I was taking it alongside clindamycin, which I only put on my pimples whereas I used a pea-sized amount of Differin on my entire face. I'm currently on my third day of Differin and Clindamycin, and I have been experiencing skin peelings on my nose and a little bit of redness and tenderness. There have been more breakouts (I now have 6 pimples), and I hope it gets worse before it gets better now that it's still holiday break."


"IT WORKS! I took it one hour after the condom broke and had my period 5 days later! If you take it sooner than 24 hours, you're absolutely guaranteed that it'll work! So stop worrying. You may have more discomforts than normal, but actually, I had no cramps at all and no aching! I always had them for the first two days. Lucky me! Ladies, it works."


"I never had toe nail fungus until one day it infected both toe nails and some other nails on both of my feet.  I went many years suffering with shame and fear that people would look at my nail and make fun of me.  One day a friend suggested that I try Lamisil tablets and topical cream at the same time.  I did and after about a month and a half of use all my nails turned pink and cleared up except the toe nail on my left foot.  I am continuing to use the topical cream on it and it is clearing at a slower rate but I think it will clear up with time. I wish I could remember the name of my good friend.  It's a shame I have lost track of him."


"This is my second YI. My first one I ever had I remember laying in bed next to a trash can because the burning/pain/itchiness and just overall uncomfortable feeling was unbearable. I tried the three day one and never had a problem with it! I now have my second YI and started by using the 7 day treatment which was more of a pain because of the mess. I switched to the three day one because my symptoms were not getting better and I am sitting here now so much more comfortable. While I do have a slight burning/itching sensation I can only imagine that is due to the irritation. It is much more of a relieving feeling than the gross infectious feel before treatment."


"Caused severe muscle cramps, headaches. Took away the pain from duodenal ulcers within 3 days."


"A very good medicine that works for my knee pain, sometimes I do have to top it up with Tylenol Arthritis. All in all I recommend it for osteoarthritis."


"Surprisingly this is the only SSRI I have been able to tolerate at low doses with beneficial responses and minimal side effects.

Taking 20 mg and it's doing well at 1 year to minimize depression and panic attacks, though I tried going to 30 and became insomniac, down to 20 again, no problem.  No sexual side effects at this low dose.

No major weight gain, though I am a bit concerned about diabetes, A1C is climbing despite (or as a result of) my efforts - not sure if the Paxil is behind that too."


"I have been taking Zyprexa for about three years. Although it seems to help me restrain from the hyper-manic episodes it seems to also hinder my personality. I feel like my spirit is being suppressed and life for me is not as enjoyable. I do however feel it makes it easier for my loved ones as I don't send them through my "energetic" episodes that they say are more tiring for them. I too have gained a lot of extra weight especially around the middle ...I feel starved an hour after eating."


"I am 24 years old and have struggled with hormonal acne for the past year. I turned into a hermit.
I tried a few things with my GP- changed my pill to Estelle- waited 3 months but nothing changed, it only worsened, tried many many many face washes, was prescribed Eryacne and doxycycline, which helped for a short period of time until it came back. I had had enough and decided to get a referral to a dermatologist- I wish I had done this sooner! He gave me Bactrim, which I was to take twice a day for 2 months as well as Epiduo gel. This combination was my saviour! I am now down to 1 tablet a day for another 2 months using Epiduo every second night.
This is amazing and cleared up my acne but it does make you VERY sensitive to the sun."


"I had Hep C genotype 2, and I am on week 9 of the 12 week treatment, and my labs came back last week and the hepatitis virus was not detected. The treatment is working! I tested negative for hep C! Wahoooooo! I repeat, the virus was NOT DETECTED in my bloodwork. Im taking Sovaldi and ribavirin, and the side effects for me, were manageable...headaches, fatigue, and that vague, flu-like ache in the joints but I am able to work 40  hours a week and I gladly suffer the mild to medium side effects, because I'm CURED. I'm CURED. The worst part about all this is my insurance only covers 80% of my extensive bloodwork/labs, so I'm on the hook around 1000$, so far, but I only pay 15 for doctors per visit, and 15 a month for meds."


"It seems that using Abreva is a hit and miss for me. I always apply it at the first sign of tingling. Last time I used it, it stopped the Cold Sore immediately. This time, didn't have an ounce of affect! My optional cure when I realise the Abreva is not going to work is Carmex. Amazing!"


"Ovcon/Femcon: Loved both Ovcon and Femcon. Was on them both for over a year. Ovcon and Femcon were the only ones that had no side effects with."


"I have been on Flagyl many times.  Hate the awful metallic taste it leaves (24/7)!"


"Lexapro made me very tired all the time. I NEEDED a daily midday nap. I'm a college student so I was able to sleep at odd periods of the day, but it was ridiculous. I could get a solid 10 hours of sleep at night but by 1 pm I'd be dead tired. One time I was late picking up a kid I used to babysit from her elementary school because I fell asleep and slept through my alarm in the middle of the afternoon!! I was never the type who could take naps until I started Lexapro. I didn't stay on it for more than 6 months because being THAT tired all the time was ruining my social life, grades, work life, the list goes on."


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"I have been on Pradaxa for 8 months now after having been on warfarin for 7 yrs. I have absolutely no side effects.  I am not cold anymore like I was on warfarin and I also find scratches stop bleeding very quickly compared to warfarin. I had a dental procedure and only stopped Pradaxa for one day and no bleeding other than normal and that was not so with warfarin.

I can''t even attempt to say how happy I am to be able to eat or drink anything I want and not have to be careful of so many green vegetables and even spices and no more lab test once a month...I am very happy."


"I have had this birth control for a year and a half and I can honestly say it was one of the best decisions I ever made. When I first got it in my arm bruised really badly, which was expected. I had problems with acne in the beginning, but for my first time ever using a hormonal birth control, and having really acne prone skin that was expected. I also did gain a little weight (like 5 pounds) but it was probably due to a stressful lifestyle and not so healthy eating choices. and the best thing, I haven't gotten my period since before I got this. Every now and then I get slight cramping like I am going to get my period but I never actually get it, just slight spotting every 6 months or so for about a day but that is it."


"My acne was out of control, I had tried everything. Washes, brushes, tons of different makeup to conceal it. My self esteem was at an all time low, minocycline took a several weeks to show results, but once it did it was amazing. My skin is still in the healing process, but it's so clear and beautiful. I never break out and I feel great about my appearance. Ive been on minocycline for about five months now and you really can't tell I ever had acne. It's amazing. 10/10 please ask you dermatologist about it."


"My daughter took this medication for about one year.  It helped with her mood swings but the side effects are not worth it.  She has a bladder infection, bladder incontinence, weight gain (which upsets her and causes more mood swings!), plus it has slowed her mental processing speed (lower grades in school).  "


"I had Social Anxiety, and depression and some OCD thoughts, but on Zoloft after the first day taking it I had a clear mind, and I feel free and in control of my life. Some side effects though mild for me was feeling tired on the first day only, and not being able to fall asleep at night, but overall no side effects over here. But I am only on Day 2."


"I have been on this birth control for two months now. The first month I had no bleeding. The first day that I started the second month I started bleeding and I have been bleeding every single day since. It's freaking miserable!!!"


"Lyrica started to ease my pain the very first night I started it. I saw about a 20% easing of Fibro pain for the duration of the first night and day 2. I woke up on day 3 - No relief. Lyrica just completely stopped working by day 3 & I was back to agony. I continued on my dose of 75mg each night for over 3 weeks, I then upped the dose to one 75mg in the morning & two 75mg at night. I've been on this higher dose now for a few weeks and still absolutely no relief. I must say that I've experienced little side effects - Some memory loss & tiredness. No weight gain at all. If Lyrica had have kept working I would have been really happy but unfortunately it just stopped working for me! I'd recommend at least trying it for anyone that's considering"


"My Dr. Prescribed Sprintec for hormonal imbalance, PMDD. (I'm 42) I take active pills for 3 Mos. Before I have a period. The first 3-4 days during the first week I get very
nauseous a hour after taking. I started taking my pills at night and crackers help too. My breasts have doubled in cup size (not a bad thing) and are swollen and sensitive. I'm hoping this subsides after my breast stop growing. I have also gained 8-10#. My Dr. Prescribed a water pill to help reduce swelling. I think I may need a stronger RX. (I have gone off Sprintec in the past and the 8-10 #'s drop off in a month or less) Sprintec helps a great deal with my
symptoms which include: Mood swings, headache, backache, painful cramps, depression."


"I went through study after study as a kid without diagnosis. I found out 6 months after I had my 1st child at age 22 I had epilepsy. The pregnancy increased my symptoms and seizure to 3-5 times a day. The first med they put me on was lamictal and I stayed on this med for 8 yrs without any distracting symptoms. After I divorced I tried to go off them due to no insurance, I soon realized how well they did work. I ended up going back on them within two months because my seizure ended up coming back as soon as the med eased out of my system. It has now been a combined 12 yrs on this med and I don't intend on changing anytime soon. If you find something that works, it doesn't matter how many reviews you read until you see how your body reacts."


"There is a level of inconsistency in its quality and in its potency. I have tried taking it in different ways. Starting with swallowing it (cause immediate bloating). Tried it sublingually and finally crushing it. Again, I have found some difference in the way it crushes. Some are crumbly (more potent) and some are sticky (same batch).  One whole box was totally useless. I didnt realise this immediately. Side effects kept increasing with each dose and I kept feeling tired, nauseated, and lacked energy. This effect wore out 4-5 hrs after taking the pill and felt almost back to normal. I opened a new batch and things improved withi 2 days..less side effects and more energy levels. Other side effect is sweet taste. I will try a different brand"


"Due to my age (42) and the need for contraceptive and relief from having my period last 2 of 4 four weeks after my second child, I was advised that the Mirena was the best option. I was concerned about having several fibroids which I was diagnosed as having when I was 30. So, Mirena inserted.  The bleeding was inconsistent for 12 months. My doc said give it 3 mths, then 6 mths, then 9 mths. No change.  After the first month it was noticable that my belly was sticking out. I gained weight around the middle that I could not budge. Had it taken out and felt normal again the next day. Then my period came, with a vengeance. I believe my body stored my menstrual blood which made my fibroids bigger than before. Back to the gyno for me."


"My husband used to take Paxil & was able to ween himself off successfully,over 6 years ago. Now,after being severely & permanently injured at work,having spinal surgery 2 years ago, he has severe anxiety,with good reason! & his doctors have put him on Valium, then Ativan, & then Klonapin.  But recently, a new doctor asked him to try Lexapro. Boy what a wonder drug so far!! Very few side-effects,and it really gets him focused and happier!! If it continues,it will be a miracle for our family!!!!!!"


"Like many others here, I was prescribed Gildess by my doctor, and used it for over a year without a single side effect. This past month, I went to pick up a refill and was informed that it had been discontinued and was given Blisovi as a substitute. I have had an absolutely HORRIBLE experience. In the past month, I have gained 5 pounds (which is a lot on on my 5'1 frame), experienced EXTREME changes in mood (unpredictable anger/depression), and this past week I've started to experience frequent panic attacks. My vision has deteriorated noticeably, and I have felt periodically dizzy. DO NOT take this!"


"I've had mine since April 2015, it's now October 2015, and 1 month after having implanon inserted I have been bleeding ever since. 7 months of period with only 2 weeks break from it! It's ridiculous! I travel for work it's so friggin annoying to have to worry about what plane seats are going to look like! I had this inserted purely for the fact I was over period pain (my family has bad ovaries so period pain is 1000x worse) I was aware there would be spotting and occasionally period, but jeez 7 months?? It's a really good method of birth control, you can't get pregnant, why? Because you bleed to much, so sex is out of the question."


"Xanax XR is very similar to Klonopin. It's slow to start up (around an hour) then it lasts a long time (8-12 hours). It has subtle effects and no big highs and lows in anxiety like regular Xanax IR does. I highly recommend Xanax XR for all-day (or  most of the day) relief from anxiety and panic attacks. You might want to have regular Xanax or Ativan around for panic attacks on a when required, or as needed, basis for panic attacks only."


"Well it did what this medicine was suppose to do although it did cause a small duodenum perforation that landed me in the hospital. I had severe constipation from methadone which I came off of due this issue. I felt no pain I'd like to add and I would give it the thumbs up. Umm I was prescribed it after my second day off methadone to reverse the problem. It seemed to work. Better, gentler than Relistor. Hopefully you folks find this helpful. Also I did have a little withdrawal such as sneezing and mild bone chills but the end out come I feel was well worth it!! Good luck!"


"For two years, I have had chronic nausea that starts about an hour after waking up and lasts through mid afternoon. It is so bad I usually have to skip lunch. For various reasons, I believed it was anxiety-related, and after some research, asked my doctor if I could try mirtazapine due to its anti-anxiety, antiemetic, and appetite-stimulating properties. I could not be happier! The nausea was better the first day after taking it, and within two or three days was totally gone. I finally have my appetite back, too. I don't know that I'd recommend this medicine to people who are overweight, but for those who can afford or even want to gain weight it can be a lifesaver!"


"I suffered from anxiety with significant episodes of depression since I was 19 (I'm 26 now). My anxiety manifested itself as hypochondria mostly. I constantly thought I had cancer, MS, or some other debilitating disease. I feared my loved ones would die or get sick as well. The worry would consume my thoughts and I would spend hours online researching these illnesses, convinced I had something. Started taking Lexapro 20 MG and I've never looked back. My hypochondria is completely gone. "Sad" moods are no longer full-blown depressive episodes. My life seems so much lighter and more manageable. There's no shame in taking medicine if you need it. I only wish I had started it sooner."


"I am with this medication for 2 months in 1600mg twice a day I don't feel it help me and I have a lot of side  effect like headache, hot red flashes on my face, eyes, pain in my legs, arms sometimes diarrhea, less appetite. I hope continuing this medicine improve my breathe because I'm not ok right now. I'm taking adcirca and( nitric oxide this is a study).."


"I've always had trouble falling asleep so I bought these one day to try it out and they work great for me. They knock me out in 30 minutes and I get a good nights rest. I use it every once in a while when I have a lot on my mind and just wanna sleep. Only downside to it is that I have a very hard time getting up in the morning when I take one and it makes me sleep even longer which I don't prefer cause it messes with my sleep schedule."


"I have been on Pristiq for 3 weeks and it is wonderful! The only side effect I have suffered is nausea, but well well worth it! I was on low dose of Wellbutrin for almost a year and started suffering severe depression, my husband and 3 kids were definitely suffering from this as I was! I am very thankful for Pristiq, just wish it wasn't so expensive.  I am only having to take 50mg once a day and hope to be able to get off completely soon.  There is hope!"


"The stuff works, no question there.  But the taste of it is absolutely horrendous and I'm due to drink the second round in about 30 minutes and am full of dread.  When I started the first one, I was immediately thinking that I'd have to call the doctor's office and say I couldn't do it.  There is simply no excuse for something to taste like this.  My upper lip was sweating, I was shivering, the taste was enough to make me gag though likely not vomit.  Other preps have worked just as well in the past but did not taste this bad."


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"I've had insomnia off and on since my daughter was born 11 years ago. I've tried everything under the sun for my insomnia. I started zyprexa 6 weeks ago, currently taking 30mg a night, and I can honestly say I feel like a new person. I'm sleeping about 9.5 hours a night now and feel great when I wake up! It does make me feel hungrier but I workout daily and stick to just 3 meals a day with no snacking in between and my weight is fine."


"This medicine is awesome! Some stomach issues in the beginning  (nausea, indigestion). They do not persist after a few weeks. My mood has improved, as well as less of an appetite. I uave not had any hypoglycemic events. Let your dose get to room temperature before injection."


"Propranolol is so amazing. I used to have really bad panic attacks before presentations in college and now I take this medicine an hour before I present and turn into another person. I no longer tremble, my heart no longer pounds like crazy and I can talk normal and be completely comfortable in front of a big lecture hall. It honestly works so well."


"I had the nexplanon implant inserted in June 2017, it is now October 2017 And it has not met any of my expectations! I have gained 15lbs since it was inserted and I have not stopped bleeding since! It’s not like a period, it’s very light and comes and goes throughout the day. But still very annoying! Everyone keeps telling me to wait it out, and it will get better but how long should I wait? My skin is the worst it’s ever been, I’ve suffered from acne since I was young and it was finally clearing up with the right skin care routine! Now it is worse than ever and I cannot get it under control! I cannot say whether I recommend this type of birth control for anyone simply because everyone reacts differently to different drugs."


"I was scared to try this after reading negative reviews but honestly just listen to your doctor. I've been on it for over two months. My acne has cleared up and my periods have regulated already back to normal. They only complaint is that I get worse cramps than before and it made me slightly moody at first but no longer does."


"My 6 yr old son began having flu symptoms on a Saturday afternoon after having been exposed to the flu earlier in the week. He began taking Tamiflu Saturday evening. That Sunday he had a low grade fever most of the day and felt achy and rundown but was still active. By Monday he no longer had a fever, was eating normally and it was as if nothing had ever happened. He said that it tasted bad but he did not experience any unpleasant side effects."


"My son was diagnosis with ADD two years ago. He was also struggling with Anxiety. Was seeing a therapist.  He is now 17  A year ago he was put on Vyvanse 30mg and 50mg of Zoloft.  My son did say that by the last couple of class it wears off.  3 months ago we down his Zoloft to 25mg.  His therapist discharged him saying he didn't need to come any more.  Now the 30mg  doesn't seem to be working.  We went back to his doctor who is new since his doctor left the firm. She is putting him on 40mg of Vyvanse. His other doctor didn't want to go up.  I wanted to up the Zoloft back to 50mg. Doctor says no take the higher dose of Vyvanse.  I have not started it yet. Have to wait because I just got the lower dose and the discount card won't pay twice."


"Did what birth control is suppose to do , caused frequent crying spells around my period time for no reason at all.. The cramps were horrible causing vomiting which never happened.. Overall it does the main job, prevent pregnancy"


"Was put on busiprone when I went to the doctor because I was having severe anxiety attacks caused by my asthma that I never knew I had. I take 15mg twice a day, just a couple days ago I increased the dose because I started feeling my anxiety come back worse than I have ever had. . I drive for a living and this has been such a help in keeping my stress levels down especially in high pressure situations. Everybody has noticed the change. I have never had any side effects from this medication. But a much better alternative than Xanax."


"I have been taking Celexa 20mg for about 3 months for social anxiety disorder and it's worked great so far.  I am much more talkative and social around people.  I don't get shaky and don't dread meeting new people anymore. Someone at my last party asked me if I was high at a party when I hadn't been drinking or anything.  He said usually I am sitting in the corner being anti-social.  I had a touch of nausea when I changed from 10-20 mg, but other than that I do sleep deeper and I think I have less nervous energy than I used to.  I was also yawning uncontrollably for the first month, but I am much more happier."


"I take 75mg levothyroxine. I've learned if I get symptoms its when the dose is too low. I have autoimmune disease and thyroiditis was a side effect. After 21 years undiagnosed I didn't think they'd found the answer. But I'm less swollen everyday, my memory is better, I no longer get cold and my heart. I'd had clammy feet and never realized it was my heart, I was lucky. In 6 months I've gone from 26 stone down to 21 stone and its still going down. Changed my life."


"I have been on this for 8 months and sad to say it's caused nothing but my self esteem to become lower. I've gained 10 lbs out of no where. I'm only 22 and have a fast metabolism. I thought it started to slow down but it didn't make sense. My breasts got smaller, I have lost complete sex drive, my breasts aren't sensitive anymore at all like they used to be and I'm so emotional, even crying at times. The only thing I can say is that it is 100% effective but not worth what it has done to my body. Not only that but I started breaking out on my body and on my face as well."


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"I've been on it for about 4 months now. At first, my breast were so swollen, went from a 34 b to a 34c. I haven't noticed excessive weight gain, but I have been watching what I eat and working out frequently so I guess I can't really touch on that. It curbed my appetite a little - lot less snacking and craving. After a few months, my breast didn't hurt anymore and I am in-between and B and a C (yay!) My finger nails used to be so brittle, noticed that they become very strong on Sprintec! Hope you guys find the right meds for you! But I approve very much of Sprintec."


"I have tried all other formulations of birth control pills without success. The only way I can describe it is that I feel clinically insane when taking birth control pills, and this was the last option to try. I should note the reason I went on it is because my body stopped having periods, I went over a year without any periods (I wasn't pregnant, and was 23 yrs old). So I went ahead and tried it. I was not as crazy on this, and it cleared up my skin completely. After about 4 months though I completely lost my sex drive. Like from 100 to -100. After my periods regulated out I quit taking it. Now 8 months later I am back to not having a period and just started taking it again the other day. This time around I am feeling kind of sick."


"25 year old male. By far the best antidepressant I've been on. Initially I had a little trouble with insomnia but it went away after a couple weeks. I also had trouble finding the best time of day to take it. After trying both in the evening and morning I came to the conclusion that its best taken in the morning. Other than insomnia I have experience no other side effects. Additionally my libido has increased substantially, an added bonus. My father has also started Viibryd do to my positive experience. I would definitely recommend this medicine to others."


"i have had good luck with baclofen. spasams in legs are now bearable."


"Been on Qsymia for 2weeks (trial) and as of right now I am on the 7.5 dosage. It does cut my appetite some but I am having trouble losing weight on it . I have been eating healthy & counting my daily calorie intake. I have also been exercising 6days a week. I have a little headache everyday with constant dry mouth and fatigue . If any one has any tips on how I can lose more weight please comment . Thank you . I will continue to update with my progress ."


"Hey ladies I know what u going through I've been on my period since July 16th and here it September 8th. I will not be get my second shot in couple days. If I knew it make u bleed this long I would never got it in the first place"


"I have taken the pill for four months. The first month was almost continuous light bleeding, which wasn't too awful because I was prepared for the first month to be rough. After that everything went pretty well. I did experience a couple of side effects though. I would have two light periods each month. The first one (what my normal period would be) was very light and lasted about three days. The second one would be a little heavier and last about five days. Cramping was very minimal, so that part was good. Aside from this, I did have some minor breakouts, at least compared to how my skin usually is, which may or may not have been a side effect. It wasn't for me, but that doesn't mean it isn't for everyone. Hope this helps."


"Decided to try Pristiq after feeling like my depression and anxiety were taking complete control of my life. It was the first time I ever tried medicines of this sort and I have to say it really has turned my life around. I feel completely energized in my private and professional life and enter new tasks with a renewed sense of optimism.
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"I had Mirena inserted in June 2015. The insertion  process was very painful. I had a local anesthetic, and the doctor said it reduced the pain 50%. The pain of the sound for uterine measuring was significant despite the anesthetic. I experienced some bleeding and severe cramps with rectal pain and pressure for 9 days.  I spent most of the 9 days heavily medicated and missing work. I could not sit down without extreme pain. This is NOT a normal reaction, so I should have removed it right away. After ultrasound the IUD appeared to be properly placed. The conclusion was that Mirena was either poking or aggravating a major nerve. Had Mirena removed after 9 days. Symptoms improved immediately upon removal but not completely resolved yet."


"This ring provided miraculous results for me. I had severe atrophy which my GYN noticed when tissue was tearing and bleeding as he tried to do my pap smear. I didn't even know I had an issue. After a couple months on the Femring he reported my tissue looked healthy and wonderful, had no side effects from it at all. I had to stop using due to insurance not covering but am now on Estring which is the same thing different brand, but insurance covers that one."


"I have second degree burns from a fire, covering about 10 inches on my leg. I was treating it with neosporin and bacitracin, but it didn't seem to be healing. My leg looked like soggy raw bacon that had been festering in a sewer. 3 days after using the silver silfiadiazine, the terrible burns healed over and started peeling and fresh, healthy skin appeared. This stuff is a godsend."


"FIRST day neck started itching almost right away later few days skin was red and burned like a bad sunburn became anxious and angry emotions , would not recommend should be banned forever."


"I was diagnosed with Bipolar I a couple of months ago, and have already tried quite a few medicines. They all made me feel HORRIBLE! I wanted to avoid taking lithium, so my doctor tried me on Celexa for my depression and Lamictal for my mania. I've only been taking it for a week and feel GREAT! I can't tell you how relieved I am to feel like a normal person, it's been a few years since I could actually say I feel normal. The only side effects of the Celexa I had were insomnia and the yawning, and they're both already starting to go away. I'm very pleased with this medication."


"After only taking this medicine for 9 days, I've already decided to discontinue use. My side effects are as follows:

1. mood swings/depression/anxiety: None of these were present before I began taking the pill. I cry for no reason, and have a constant feeling of deep, deep worry. I have begun questioning everyone's motives, and feel hopeless.

2. Constant Sleeping: Before the pill, I would have to force myself to go to bed by 10, to be able to fall asleep by 11. I am exhausted by 8pm now, and generally crash by 9.

3. Cramps: stabbing pains, like with a period.

4. Breast tenderness

5. Pain during intercourse

6. Acne

7. Severe nausea

I am stopping this now and getting my life back."


"My doctor told me for a few years that I would have to take a pill everyday for the rest of my life to avoid it. I refused and fought it off with the regular pills when it flared up. After struggling with gout for several years it had reached a chronic condition leaving me on crutches every other week. It had become so bad I thought bones were breaking. Turns out it was just even more intense gout attacks. Finally I raised the white flag of surrender and agreed to take a pill everyday for the rest of my life. After some research I decided on Uloric. I have been taking one pill a day every day for the past 3 years and I have not had a single gout flair up."


"Contrave combines drugs that were used for alcohol, smoking, and opioid cessation. People lose weight on it because it also helps control over-eating. I have no doubt that most obesity is caused from sugar/carb addiction, which is just as powerful as any drug. I have been taking it for five days, and the good news is, it seems to go to work immediately. I feel hungry before I want food now. I really don't care to eat; it's just to fill my stomach. Since I have only been on it a few days, I don't know if I've lost weight (I don't have a scale), but my clothes do feel a little looser, so maybe a pound or two. I'm hoping that after a few months on this medication, I will develop healthier habits that I can continue without the aid of Contrave."


"Great so far after finishing my 6-month cycle. After about 2 1/2 months after starting to take it my face acne was gone , and my back acne was all gone at about 5 to 6 months, lots of scars though.  Considering my back was terrible. When I stopped I thought it would come back but it did not, for now... I really hope it doesn't... My skin was very dry but nothing I couldn't handle lots of lip chap and face moisturizer, the only side effect was a red face, that I  still have now after 2 months of stopping it. Other than that it was great to me. Hopefully, I can keep saying that in the future."


"I got switched to Gildess when they started shipping it to me. Ever since I've went from having a period for 3 days to hardly having one at all. I will spot a little once a month. I've also gained alot of weight. But I'm not positive it was all due to the pill or not. I have noticed low sex drove but I figured that just happened after getting married. Lol."


"When I get a yeast infection I take 200mg fluconazole and within 2 days it's completely gone! I highly recommend this medication.   "


"I've been on Wellbutrin for two months for depression. On Effexor I gained 30 pounds. I have already lost the 30 pounds in two months and my depression is considerably better."


"Pain is a lot better, However can't sleep sweats and red face. But it has helped a lot - on 6 day pack hoping I can get back to my regular sleep habits. Feel hungry but not eating extra."


"I was put on Zoloft to regulate my moods as my hormones were very off kilter with extreme highs and lows. The medicine started taking effect with in a week and now I feel Very calm and relaxed all the time. The only side effects are that is leaves me Extremely tiered, and also with a bit of cotton mouth."


"I stopped taking birth control pills because of the hassle of remembering to take them. My doctor recommended Nuvaring due to the convenience of using it and being a busy college student. However, two months after using it I had MAJOR abdominal cramps to the point where I couldn't walk. Turns out I had endometriosis and had to have surgery, it was not Nuvaring's fault. I was instructed to switch it out every 3 weeks instead of 4 to skip my periods; however, I have yet skipped a period and it has been 3 months since my surgery. I bleed for 2-3 weeks every time. I am switching birth controls to something more stronger since that is what my doctor recommended. Other than that, no other side effects at all."


"I started this pill exactly one week ago today (July 13).  I weighed in at 315.8 lbs. and I am now 300.2 lbs.!  This is a miracle pill. I have limited my calorie intake and started exercising (walking) 6 days a week.  I love it."


"Takes 6-8 weeks to work but it works better than anything I've tried. I've had anxiety for years and have tried a long list of meds."


"I am starting my 4th month and it is it worth it, it got rid of all my back/chest acne but I still have some on my face. It has helped a lot but the side effects suck. I'm playing football and some times I have the desire to do nothing. And sometimes I don't feel good for no reason like (depression) also the chapped lips get me mad because everyone ask why am I putting chapstick on 24/7. If you are going on this beware of side effects but in the end it will be worth it"


"I am 25 and in the last 6 months I have been getting very stubborn, under the skin pimples on my cheeks. I have tried endless face washes and scrubs but nothing has worked like epiduo and was always left feeling disappointed and doubtful.

I went to the docs and he prescribed epiduo, it has been a week and my right side has cleared up tremendously!! I am so happy with the results and can't wait to see my skin in about a month.

Yes i get a slight burning sensation when I apply it before I go to sleep and my skin has dried up on those areas but acne is caused by excessive amounts of oils on the skin. If you want your acne to disappear you need to dry the oils out!"


"6 years now and nothing has worked until Viibryd. I've been off and on meds for 20 years, but this last bout of depression was about killing me. It's been two months and I'm doing great!"


"A game-changer for me and as a result, my family. I felt panicked, angry and had racing thoughts. Within a few days I was more calm, within weeks I was relaxed and could think rationally rather than be anxious. I've continued to take it as I just feel so much better as a result."


"Have been on 15mg for one month.  It helped almost immediately with depression and sleep issues; however after ~ 3 weeks I began having trouble tasting food and drinks properly and have a mild but constant bitter taste in the mouth. First two weeks had the voracious appetite,
but it has subsided significantly.  I intend to see my Doc this week about the taste bud issue, and may ask him to get me off of Remeron.  Also, I've been on Paxil for the past 7 years (20mg at this time) and perhaps the "taste bud" issue is due to the combination of Remeron and Paxil."


"I have been using Acanya for a while now because of my mild acne, I stopped using it for a few weeks because my skin was really clear. Now I've been back on it my skin is horrid, every time I put it on I get burns on my face almost like sun burns. It worked really well in the beginning but now all it's doing is burning my skin and it's terrible."


"Recently able to get the XR in generic form.  This has been a complete life changing medication for me.  It has improved all areas of my condition to a point I am fully capable to manage life without any other assistance."


"I have been using tramadol for eight years for joint and muscle pain, the result of Lyme Disease which was undetected for more than a year.  I have NO adverse effects.  The one major problem I have had is since the medicine has now been classified a narcotic, my doctor now hesitates to prescribe it even though I have taken the same dosage for eight years with no reduction of effectiveness or need to increase dosage."


"I have tried several medications with only a slight improvement. I was going to the toilet average 15 times a day and now about 8-9. But the good thing is I can now sleep at night. For the past couple of years I have been waking up 2-3 times at night and now I can sleep for 6-8 hours. Not only has it improved but there is less side effects. Not much or a dry mouth. Finally a medicine that works."


"Abreva always worked for me but this time I think I started too late. I woke up with a cold sore it was not big but red and past the tingly stage "


"Great"


"They don't work. I take 7.5 mg of percocet for break through pain. I've been in agonizing pain for a year. Possibly having surgery soon. Any suggestions to talk to my dr about . This is horrible with no quality of life."


"Seroquel was the only thing that knocked me out.  I've been on it for 8 months, but have gained 50 lbs, which I have attributed to Seroquel.  Not to mention that diet and exercise aren't cutting it to lose the weight. Wish I could find something that could make me sleep as well as Seroquel without the weight gain."


"It took about a month to work, but I no longer have severe anxiety when I am trying to sleep. I don't know how I went so long without it."


"I have been on Copaxone for 14 years.  I have been fortunate in not having any more major flare ups and have remained fairly stable.  I do have the tiredness and lack of energy at times, but sometimes feel so good I can almost forget I have MS.  The first 12 years were the 20 mg daily injections and had the usual problems with site injection lumps and itching.  I was changed to the 40 mg 3 times per week approximately two years ago and recently went to two injections per week because the insurance coverage is changing.  I am going from my regular insurance to Medicare with a supplemental plan and will not have to pay $4,000 per year out of pocket.  In my opinion I felt the best doing the 20 mg daily than taking 40 mg 3 times/week."


"Drowsiness but no sleep, so much worse than the Ambien and Lunesta that at least work a little.  Finally fell asleep at 6am, woke three hours later, felt like death all day.  Dizzy, drowsy, poor appetite, felt like my body was made of lead.  I'm often low energy but this was scary.  Took for one night, would rather stay awake all night than do it againz"


"Helped relieve some symptoms but did not completely resolve the issues."


"I had a horrible reaction to ciprofloxacin; extreme chills, nausea, sudden diarrhea, and dizziness."


"My son was diagnosed with Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis when he was in fourth grade. By the time he was finally diagnosed he was in a wheelchair and unable to move most of his major joints...even his jaw was affected due to the severe arthritis. Today I can say thanks to God, Humira, and monthly visits to Shriner's Hospital he has graduated from High School and is now in REMISSION!"


"I found the Suprep very difficult to take. I followed a low fiber/ light diet at least 3 days prior. The straw was somewhat helpful. But the buildup of whatever chemical they put in the prep was quickly overwhelming. I got through the first dose but threw up after drinking all the water. It started working after 5 minutes. I had alot of discomfort and cramping and chills. The cramping was relieved after I started going. I  was disappointed it took so many trips to the bathroom.  After starting the 2nd dose the fluids started running clear. I did not finish all the second dose. I was happy to pour about the last one quarter cup away and everything associated with it. My endoscopy and colonoscopy went fine. I will never do the Suprep again"


"I'm 22, no kids but after 5 yrs on pill I was ready for a worry free change. Insertion wasn't fun but very bearable. Planned Parenthood gave me ibuprofen before too. The first month, you are going to want to rip it out yourself. I had mind blowing, sweat inducing cramps throughout the day and a 6 month pregnant looking bloat I couldn't get rid of. Sexy.Lol. I thought I had made a huge mistake. Then, miraculously my period came with NO PAIN. I bled ALOT I'm talking 4-5 super tampons daily, the first 2-3 days, but literally painless bleeding. Even on or off pill I had always cramped. Now that my first period is over its easy breezy. Don't even know it's there. No bloat or pain. Just wait 6 weeks after insertion and everything will be great."


"I took Actonel, as directed, for four months.  Each time, my body ached so badly that I could barely walk and had to take time off from work.  I took myself off the medication because I just couldn't function.  I go back to my doctor tomorrow.  I'm sure I'll be scolded."


"I don't like it !! Bad depression, bad temper, bad cramps, sensitive breast, weight gain, tired and not in the mood for anything. The only reason I'm doing this is to regulate my periods and  it's the only thing that's working."


"I have found this medication to be the best by far of all the medications that my physician has placed me on for my condition. It was originally so bad that I was bleeding in spots and the pain was almost to much to bear.My condition has improved 95% since starting this medication.With continued use I hope in the not to distant future to be totally healed."


"I had some success with Savella but have not felt totally better after long term."


"Tears again spray is helping heaps for dry eyes and excess tearing.  Needed to use it for several days before I felt a big improvement.  "


"For years I suffered with gum bleed and bad breath... But after using Peridex all the problems have gone away and it helped me with self esteem because I don't have stinky breath anymore."


"This is my second month using Reclipsen. I had no problems the first month (no weight gain, no headaches, etc.). Now, this month so far I have gained around 2-3 lbs. If I get anywhere close to gaining 10 lbs I am done with this birth control for sure! I just keep trying to weigh my choices. I've been pregnant at least 4 times and I gained about 2-3 lbs. with each pregnancy. So, I think gaining a few pounds on birth control is okay compared to gaining it while being pregnant and having a miscarriage. So, yes, I'm okay with the side effects of Reclipsen so far."


"In 2004 I was diagnosed with Adult Onset Still's Disease, then in 2006 my pain shot up and was uncontrolled with just Percocet 10/325mg every 6 hours. The doctor decided to put me on this and it has been a God send for me as well. Although I am unable to work due to the fact the employers view this as a drug in a drug free workplace.
But I am well maintained and will continue to take it. We tried last fall to up it to 60mg and it was too sedating and caused my migraines to flare. Other than that the side effects have been constipation."


"I haven't been on a birth control since I was 17, now am 20. I just couldn't remember to take it so it didn't do any good. My boyfriend and I both decided it was time I tried to take some form of birth control instead of just using condoms. I have premenstrual dysphoric disorder, depression, moodiness, terrible irritability a week or so before my period. It was interfering with my life and my relationship with my boyfriend. My doctor put me on Gianvi and I had no premenstrual symptoms! Its only my first month taking it. I did have pretty terrible cramping but day 2 has been fine. I guess we'll see if things change around month 2 or 3 but so far I love it and I'm glad I'm back on something so I don't have to play guessing games with my period."


"The directions say to dissolve in the mouth but it's very bitter. Does anyone else have this problem?"


"My 9 year old daughter has used Depakote for 2 years now for seizure disorder. I am happy with it as there are little side effects. We increased the dose when a seizure occurred. When the dose is high enough it helps with her migraines as well. She gained 5 pounds but we keep it down with a healthy diet. "


"The positives for me were that it immediately helped with my itchy nose. However, it didn't completely get rid of it. I was taking it in the morning and at night and I felt so drugged and irritated. I really had to make myself do anything during the day. All I wanted to do was sleep. I've gone back to just suffering through my allergies during the day, and taking Benadryl at night. I've got two small children, so being excessively tires and cranky during the day isn't an option for me."


"DO NOT BUY THIS. I am saving you!!! I was having yeast infection symptoms , took the 1 day pre-filled applicator and woke up to a swollen vag. I've never felt like this in my life.. today is day 2 after using the medication and I still don't feel normal. I am itching still.. I did call the number on the box and they requested to send me my money back!! If this product did not work for you please get your money back because this stuff is terrible. I'm so disappointed."


"I titrated up to 100 mg over a two month period. I have had chronic depression since my teens, with one episode of hypomania and rapid cycling. I have taken Depakote, which had horrible neurological side effects, and Tegretol, which stabilized me but did nothing for depression. The Lamictal has completely done away with depression. My only side-effect is anorexia. I have to force myself to eat and I get full right away. I needed to lose weight so this isn't a bad thing."


"I am 32, and as a child I was incredibly active.  Around the age of 20 I started showing signs of AS, and was constantly in and out of the Drs, begging to be looked at- they shrugged me off as making it up, fibromyalgia, endometriosis, diabetes- it wasn't until at 25 I was completely incapable of turning my head & had trouble walking that someone took me serious.  A specialist discovered I had AS.  I only started Humira in Dec of 2015, a 40mg dose every 14 days.  The morning after I woke up and just lay there in shock- I hadn't felt like this since I was just a kid.  I sat up in bed and just sobbed.  I am so thankful for Humira every single day.  I walk everywhere, I can skip up the steps- my neck may be permanently frozen, but I am hopeful"


"My Favorite medicine. I have tried other pain relievers, including Vicodin, but nothing takes the pain away more than Flexeril. It is never had any serious side effects for me and I have even been able to take it while at work to improve my performance when my back would flare up. Best time to take it is right before bed because it puts me right to sleep when I needed to and I wake up feeling no pain at all."


"Cymbalta literally saved my life. After going through 6 psychiatrists and countless other antidepressant attempts, this is the one that finally worked. I promise that if you hold on and keep fighting something will work for you and you can heal. Depression is never permanant."


"I have been on Lexapro & that seemed to stop working.  I then went on Cymbalta 120mg/day & it helped but I can get very angry episodes & been depressed for 15+ years after abusive, sociopathic husband.  Now divorced & was a bit happy.. But, didn't last.  Still had the anger issues & no patience for anything, esp kids.

I tried Abilify with no results.  I have been on Rexulti for about a week & the elevated mood is amazing! I feel like my old self from 20 years ago.. I'm laughing, making homes, smiling, singing & having great thoughts about the future.  Loss of appetite (good thing for me), but might just be hormonal.  Have much more energy & im thanking my doctor for introducing me to this elation!

I hope every one of you can get same!!"


"This is an old medication that I hope will never be removed. My grandfather used to take it when it wasn't a prescription. My father took it and I take it. It kills the headache with just one dose within 20 minutes.
Sometimes I may get sleepy when it takes effect, but I also believe this happens due to the possibility that I hadn't slept well and is why that particular headache came on.
When I first started taking fioricet, I did feel some light nausea, and dizziness, but I do not get those side effects any more. I also am sure I eat a couple of saltines when I take it.
I have been on many other medications for my headaches and have not had the possitive results that I get from the fiorocet."


"My VA doctor started me on this medication for my PTSD,  bipolar, mood disorder and alcohol abuse, I've been on this medication for two weeks, I'm 48, disabled combat marine, big guy 6'3 260lb I'm ramping up on this med, right now 25mg twice a day, and have gained 12 pounds, I crave food constantly, but not alcohol, I can't sleep very well but the constant craving of food and gaining weight brothers me, I get paid once a month started this on the 5th and now having to ration my food I don't eat everything before the month is up, I do have some fatigue, but mostly weight gain. I just started this med, but I'm happy I don't crave alcohol, and don't have rage attacks, thanks semper Fi"