"I have suffered my entire life with IBS-C. Like many other people,  I have been to several specialists,  increased fiber, water and taken several types of laxatives.  My best experience with prescription medication has been with Zelnorm.  Linzess is comparable in that it helps me have a bowel motion without cramping and I do feel evacuation is complete.  HOWEVER, I will add that the bloating is horrible which is a problem initially.  Zelnorm did not make me feel that way.  My stomach was flat,  I felt amazing.  The upside to Linzess is that it works and I'll take diarrhea over miserable constipation any day.  I only take the minimum dose once a week and I make sure it's on a day I'm not going to leave the house.  I won't take this every day."


"I heard voices and experienced wild delusions for over ten years before I found Abilify.  At first I took 10mg of Haldol to quiet the voices but that stopped working after 6 months.  And the side effects of Haldol were high.  My experience with Abilify I think are better than average, in that I'm symptom free, with no side effects. 30mg a day for three  years."


"I just wanted to share my experience with the skipped period side effect that can happen with this pill. I have taken Plan b twice before this last time and had experienced no side effects those times. This time I took it the day after my period ended, When it came time for my next period to start there was nothing. I searched online and it seemed a lot of people posted about skipped period but never followed up to say if they got there period or not. I took 3 pregnancy test and all came back negative. I skipped 1 whole period and then the next month my period came right on time. So if you experience this same effect and your test come back negative, dont panic. See your doctor if you have to or just wait for your body to get back on track"


"I had a baby 12 weeks ago and have been on Apri since my 6 week postpartum appointment. I have polycystic ovarian syndrome and my periods have always been VERY irregular. I also get a few whiskers that grow on my chin from the PCOS. Since starting the pill I have noticed that those whiskers aren't growing anymore, also I have regular periods, my sex drive is normal and I have not gained any weight! INFACT I have lost 20lbs since starting it and have not changed my diet or exercise routine. I love this pill, this is why I rate it 10! Oh and after having 3 children there is a BONUS I am not pregnant."


"I'm 16 and apparently the youngest to get Mirena from all the reviews I have read. I only got it inserted a few days ago. I have never had children, nor have I ever been pregnant. I've also not had much sexual experience, but the procedure was quite quick and really was not that painful. I don't consider my pain tolerance very high but the pain was very bearable. I got it inserted while on my period. During my usual menstruation I get horrible cramps that will even cause me to vomit, but during the procedure the pain wasn't even close to that. I felt pretty much normal walking or of the building, no cramping. I even went horseback riding for 2 hours right after the procedure! I immediately noticed a difference in my period. Love it!"


"I took Plan B One Step 7 hours after intercourse (pull-out method,no bc) on day 12 of my cycle (usually ovulate day 14-16, sometimes earlier). The first 24hours following I was very warm, dizzy and extremely tired. I stayed very tired for the following week. About one week after taking the pill, I had breast tenderness and some slight cramps from time to time for about a week. This made me concerned I was pregnant. I took two HPTs... One 10 days following intercourse/pill and the other 12 days later, both negative. Period started 13 days following the pill (5 days earlier than expected). It is heavy and dark and I am relieved."


"I am a former cocaine addict who has struggled with low mood and cravings long after I stopped using.  My psychiatrist said cocaine increases dopamine and now I was suffering from not enough of it.  He said Provigil can increase dopamine without the dangerous effects of cocaine.  I take 200mg twice a day and I feel the best I've felt in ages."


"My Gastroenterologist put me on Movantek 1 time a day for OIC. This is day 5 and I've been to the bathroom 3 times. Ugh! I was hoping this was going to be the "magic bullet" I've been searching for. I've tried EVERY stool softener, laxative out there from the cheapest to the most expensive, including enemas & suppositories. To my dismay this isn't working well. When I do have a bowel movement it's a couple hard balls. Nothing complete or simple. I STILL have to strain and lucky to go 3 times a month!! I just had a hysterectomy and no straining allowed. So, back to searching. I have NOT and will NOT have withdrawal symptoms due to the fact it works in the gut NOT the brain and it will NOT block your opioid pain meds from working. 51 yo fem."


"I have been taking Vyvanse for 3 months now I felt really good on the 30mg but it wasnt lasting all day so my Dr changed me to 40mg last month but I'm no longer able to take it due to the stomach aches and nausea I would get everyday. I'm now back on the 30mg and feeling great."


"Was prescribed Robaxin for muscle spasm after Vicodin failed to help. Although the Robaxin eliminated the muscle spasms I had nausea, lack of appetite, and insomnia."


"I am so glad I found this! I've been dealing with motion sickness for years. It was almost impossible for me to ride in the backseat of a car before this medication. I first used Dramamine for a 4 hour road trip in a large van. I was so nervous about getting motion sickness I almost did go. I took 2 pills about 30 minutes before and it completely kept the sickness away! It did make me tired and I ended up taking a little nap but thats better than nausea. I can do everything I couldn't do before in a car from reading to having a normal conversation."


"Avoid this medication AT ALL COSTS! Although it may not cause side effects for some, I was one of the many unlucky ones who experienced terrible problems. I have never had a problem with any antibiotics except Sulfa drugs before, but this medication left me nauseated, vomiting, dealing with chills for hours, shaking so hard I couldn't move, and with a terrible headache. I haven't taken a dose in 12 hours (with my doctor's suggestion), and the headache is just now going away. It took about 8 hours for the shaking to stop. At one point it was so bad that I thought I was going to have to go to the ER. I was only two doses in, as well. This was worse than the Sulfa reaction I had!"


"It works. Less is better anything over 15-20 mg makes me too focused."


"Warning. Once you have your first bowel movement it's all downhill from there. You have to keep going back to the bathroom Every 5 minutes because it just keeps coming, like diarrhea. I literally sat on the toilet for 2 hours."


"I got the implant inserted in mid March of 2015 and have had slightly delayed periods. Nothing too bad, but I'm used to having my period on time every month. Before, I would always have a pretty heavy flow and horrible cramps, but since I got the implant, I've had little to no cramping, and fairly light periods. The only problem is that normally I'd have my period for 4-5 days, and since the implant, I'll easily go 7-10 days. I noticed some spotting on June 16th, and assumed I was having a light period since the color was the off brownish color you'd usually have towards the end of your cycle. I have now had this for 22 days and I just started experiencing cramps and a heavier reddish flow.

Has anyone else had a similar issue?"


"Have had some horrible experiences with anesthesia but my last 3 experiences with propofol was excellent. Woke up clear headed, no nausea. It's been used for my last 2 colonoscopies and a gall bladder surgery. Has really alleviated my anxiety over procedures, surgery."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Easier to consume amount required compared to previous method which required drinking huge amount night before (difficulty doing that one).  Agree taste is not greatest.  I dabbed finger in hot Chinese mustard and coated tongue afterward to get rid of the after-taste.  Do whatever works for you.  Did not experience chills, excessive bloating, pain, just a full feeling.  Started to work in about 1 hour. Started 6 PM, was able to go to bed about 10 PM without need to go again.  Repeated process about 5:30 AM, left house 8:30 for clinic, no problems with diarrhea.  All in all, it wasn't that difficult or unpleasant.  Mental attitude is a big factor."


"I have had Liletta for 1 1/2 years now.  Just like most other people, the insertion process was awful.  Before insertion, my periods were heavy and never lasted more than 4 days.  The longer I have Liletta, the longer my periods are, however they are lighter (heavy spotting).  I'm going on 3 weeks now.  There have been 2 instances in the last 6 months where I did not have a period for a month...because I have had 2 miscarriages.  I am getting this removed.  I hope no one else goes through what I have went through using this."


"The side effects at the beginning were just awful, but my body has gotten used to it and this is simply an amazing drug for the pain. I'm taking 60mg and the pain is almost completely gone. I find though that it does give me insomnia if I take it at night."


"It ruined my life. I am pretty sure that I was blessed with every negative side effect I could get from it. I got it inserted a month after having my daughter, I had lost 10 pounds of my baby weight, and with no diet change gained that all back with this birth control and then some. I went from 130 to 165. I have horrible depression. I am always fatigued. I have horrible control over my eating and cravings. My anxiety is so intense I can hardly drive anywhere. I have no sex drive and get mad at my husband when he wants it. I am overly sensitive and extremely moody. My hair is thinned and falling out even after switching too better (and pricier) hair products. My skin is always gross. I get one UTI after another (my first ones at that)."


"7 weeks into treatment and ears buzzing like crazy, it is relentless was prescribed Betahistine Dihyrochloride tabs 16 mg taken half a tab twice a day for 2 weeks but so far no result. Have also noticed a lot of joint pain over the last couple of weeks (well more so than usual I am 54 lol)."


"This birth control is terrible. Ever since starting this birth control, I've been moody miserable and depressed and cry at every single thing. Not to mention, I have perfect skin before taking this & it is now terrible filled with blemishes."


"Had so much hope for this.  Chronic insomniac.  Tried 10mg, then 15mg, then 20mg on subsequent nights.  Very fitful half sleep all night.  Almost worse than no sleep at all.  Thank goodness for the free 10 day trial as this medicine is extremely expensive, even with insurance.  Back to rotating Lunesta and Klonopin."


"I recommend it for those who struggle with fears panic attacks social anxiety. It's really helpful after 1 month u will find it very helpful- it  changed my life."


"Great for chronic pain that last on a all day, on a daily basis."


"I received the depo shot right after I had essure surgery to block my tubes, in 2006. I got my period about two weeks later and I never stopped bleeding for 3 months. I saw my doctor and she put me on hormone therapy, did a D&C and I still continued to bleed. By this time I was going through pads every hour. I had to get up at night and change the bed sheets. I was sent to the lab to have my blood drawn. My red blood cell count was at 18%. Normal count for an adult woman is 31-34%. I was sent immediately to the hospital where I had two blood transfusions and a hysterectomy. To this day my doctor doesn't know why I bled so much. I keep telling her it was the depo shot and she continues to say I don't think that was it. Don't Get the shot."


"One month used of amlodipine"


"If I could rate this medication as a ZER, I would.  Virtually no pain relief, only nausea, intermit diarrhea, headaches and vertigo.  It does NOT sick to the inside of your cheek, as everytime you swallow it moves around and either sticks to your teeth or you swallow it. Horrible, horrible medication. Films often crack in half by the time you can finally pry them out of the foil and they are so small that if you have an sort of tremor, as I do, they often fall out of my fingers. IMO, they need to scrap the whole thing and start over. Horrible."


"I've taken this almost a month now and my mood has changed for the better significantly! Insurance covered, but since it's pretty new my copay was $75/month I did find a  website that had a voucher from that made it cheaper
Side effects for myself: nausea/headache first week, redness in face, sore throat, excessive thirst the entire time, I'm constantly thirsty, I'm debating whether my mood is worth it, but I figure I could always use more water anyway lol
I've noticed within the last few days my poop is green, unsure what that's about, but definitely a side effect. Gonna at least give it another month and go from there"


"I agree with everone else regarding the intense itchy feeling and pain right after inserting the cream, but it gets better after about 20 minutes. The trick is to use anti-itch cream or anti-itch wipes right after you apply the cream. These wipes were heaven-sent.

My obgyn suggested the 7 day treatment because it's not as irritating as the 3 day one.

This product works despite its annoying side effects so do not stop using if you can. After 1-2 treatments, the itchiness stopped during the day."


"This drug has made me feel normal again. What's better is because I was suffering from anxiety which I never thought would get better I'm now even in a better mood than a normal person. I had a unpleasant onset of this drug which made me feel very sick and strange for the first two to three weeks and after the third week I noticed that this drug has improved me. If you have anxiety this is the perfect medicine for you it actually makes you feel normal again and slightly better than normal. I am still feeling everyday getting better probably due to the fact my brain is realising I'm starting to feel good again that my anxiety is also gone."


"Been on it since 2008 --went through 5 days  withdraw from OxyContin @  Vicodin by choice by my self in a cabin-yes I had a RX 4 both meds -I was working out of state at the time-coming home every month 4 my legal fix.  I was messed up mentally and physically after I stopped taking meds.  I also quit drinking and smoking cigarettes and weed.  Doctor prescribed tramadol which took a month to kick in. I take 100mg 2 hours before I plan to sleep & Amitriptyline HCL 100 mg.  It is best thing I ever did.  I was self-medicating with the alcohol because I had insomnia ever  since I was a teenager  and now I am 65 years old. The cons-dry mouth in  in the morning no big deal - it's worth having a good night sleep  no hangover  effects  for me I recommend this medication thank you"


"Really bad. Have experienced really bad side effects, inflammation in both ears, terrible pain, vomiting, breast pain. Have only taken 8 pills and will stop tomorrow."


"I had taken Prozac for approximately 20 years when I noticed my depression was coming back and I felt it was no longer working for me.  I then started on the path of trying everything on the market; none of them seemed to work and that has been over the last 6 years.  Now I'm thinking about asking my doctor to switch me back to Prozac and see perhaps if it was helpful just being off it for while, give my system a break and maybe it will work again for me.  "


"After 37 years of smoking 11/2 to 2 packs a day I am now 3 years smoke free. Chantix did that for me. Except for having a little nausea it was a piece of cake.  I still think I want a cigarette every now and then but, the thought leaves as soon as it begins."


"This medicine has really made a difference in my life. On it one month, and I feel much better. The cloud has been lifted. I am not down all of the time."


"I stopped my 4-5 time nightly peeing down to 2-3 but I get dizzy standing sometimes and always when outside in the heat playing golf. Never let myself get dehydrated and now drink electrolyte mixture. Does not interfere with outdoor exercise or biking  (don't get dizzy)."


"Two weeks had flu symptoms. Went to ER next day with horrible headache, fever, body aches.  Tested positive for flu and prescribed Tamiflu. Took right away w/ food and felt even worse! Throwing up, acid in my stomach, insomnia and then got the panic attacks and depression.  I did some reading and there can be issues with this w/Tamiflu.  I am not on any anti-depression medication or anything.  But I actually felt like I could die and it would be better.  The thoughts racing through my head were horrible.  Dr. gave me Ativan to help me sleep and calm down. Only took 1/2 pill at night to help sleep.  I got over the flu after about 5 days.  Another 2 days of feeling bad from flu would have been better than what I experienced. Never again!"


"I was on gildess for a year when all of the sudden the pharmacy switched me to bilsolvi 1/20. For the last few months I've been experiencing extreme anxiety to the point of jumping out of my skin. I can't sleep. I'm not sure if it's my anxiety or the pill causing my extreme nausea everyday. But it's almost unbearable. I do not recommend this pill. I've been thinking oh man am I pregnant? Because of the nausea. So I thought after months let me look at some reviews. To my amazement there isn't one good review on this pill. I haven't gained weight but I feel like crap. Switching asap!"


"Procedure scheduled for 6.30am. Clear liquids only for prior 36 hours, nothing by mouth except for bowel prep after midnight. Started at 6pm as prescribed and took first half of the prep at 15 minute intervals over one hour. The taste is vile, sweet-salty with chemical feel and the consistency thick, almost like vegetable oil. I was able to take it fairly easily, followed by water as prescribed. Four hours later the bowel motions began, Second round began at midnight, had to gag it down but able to finish dose. Results good, clear pale yellow at the end. Severe hunger headache and malaise throughout. 12 hrs after procedure still have rumbling bowels."


"Been on mtx for about 18 months. Just went from pills to injections and I'm fairly pleased. The day after doesn't seem as bad. Definitely will never go back to the pills. I get about 75% relief. I'll take that any day!"


"Worked great for abnormal bleeding.  Great for mood swings. Made me fat fat fat."


"It works.  It wasn't the magic bullet for me (Wellbutrin was it for me) but I still take this in a 20mg dose to help with things.  Mainly still taking it because I was tapered down from 40mg which was giving me sexual side effects, while simultaneously upping the Wellbutrin, and have been stable ever sense so Dr just wants to let it be because it's working.  Going to ask for a reduction in this next time though as I feel that the Wellbutrin is most likely enough on its own at the high dose I am currently on (600mg).  This medicine is definitely worth trying and works for lots of people, just wasn't the end all be all for me personally."


"I saw results immediately, but about a week into treatment my acne began getting worse!"


"I was so emotional and constantly nauseous. I took it at night so the nausea would always keep me up. My hair started falling out as well. It wasn't a little bit, I'd run my hands though my hair and then a lot of strands would come out. It might be good for others but for me it wasn't at all."


"I find it nearly impossible to see how MS contin 30 is equivalent to 20mg of oxycodone. In comparison, they are night and day different. The MScontin hardly does a thing at all! The oxycodone helped much, much more. Two of my back  doctors took me off it because others abuse it.  Seems the doctor's care more about junkies that chronic pain patients."


"Wonderful! Can't say enough good things about this drug. I can't complain about it at all."


"I have tried several anti-depressants and this is the only one that has not taken away my libido or inability to reach orgasm. No libido can cause depression, the whole point of taking these medications. I have not mixed Bupropion with an SSRI so I can't give an opinion on the two together and how they interact on sexual issues or lack of. So for those wondering (men especially) this medication will give you energy and NOT affect your sex life negatively."


""I've been taking humira for over 8 years for severe rheumatoid arthritis. One 40 mg pen shot every 2 weeks. It's worked wonders on my arthritis. I love it cause no methotrexate Or plaquenil . Some side effects  like cold sores like three times a year.  After all this years, its effects started to slow down, so my Dr switch me to another new drug Xeli and OMG suffered horrible side effects. I went back to my Dr who got me back on Humira. Again, My life is back to almost normal and when pain kind of appears I take prednisone 5mg for around a week that  stops it. I won't leave Humira at less it doesn't work that all. The other drug that I  took by mouth everyday for three months almost destroyed my stomach. This is inyected every two weeks."


"This medication has been wonderful or me. I take it for menstrual cramps, fibromyalgia and CFS symptoms, and headaches. It also is my go-to for my newly diagnosed illness costochondritis (painful chest wall and rib pain), which I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. Starts working in about 30minutes. I have multiple medical issues and take many medications daily, taking Duexis eliminates the need for a separate PPI (proton pump inhibitor). I highly recommend this medication, especially in the prevention of ulcers if taking NSAIDS will be a part if your daily life !"


"I just started this drug last week and I have already lost 4 pounds after struggling for a year to lose only 1-2!!  I haven't had much nausea either which my doc said I might.  This could be my miracle drug!!  Thank you Victoza!"


"I'm 19 and have been on different birth control pills and also shots. I have been on this for about, 3 years now and it has cleared my face nicely only a couple months after first starting. Downsides, a week or two before my period I feel nausea and a little dizzy also, a couple pimples do show and I have sore breasts. In the emotional state, I have been on it for a good amount of time but I feel it only changes my moods close to the times I'm near my period. I do get very depressed randomly but again it could just be a personal thing. Upsides, the clear skin overall, also I know when my period will come every month down. I have not gotten pregnant and have been very sexually active for the last 2 year. Don't plan to switch anytime soon."


"I have been on lolo estro for 4 months. Prior to this pill, I was on gianvi which is the generic of Yaz. I had to switch because after 3 years with gianvi, I started to experience vaginal dryness and low libido. Lo lo estro has been good, no negative side effects like I had with gianvi. I haven't had a period in the time I've been taking it, which was worrisome at first, but I guess it's normal. No weight gain or change in appetite. As far as skin/acne, no trouble there. Give it a try."


"My girlfriend has taken this product 3 different times. The first time she had withdrawal bleeding for a week two days after use. The other two times she didn't bleed at all but suffered from extreme nausea, bloating, headaches, etc. This product truly works as 2/3 we had to use it were the most fertile times of her cycle. Recommend this product to anyone."


"I have suffered from hay fever allergies really bad for 5 years each year getting worse spent a fortune on prescriptions and many visits to doctors trying everything on chemist shelf. Havin sneezing attacks 50 at a time taking my breath away, running nose, sore throat, cough for 4 months of the year. Help finally arrives from a new nurse at my doctors that had really bad attacks like me and used Dymista nasal spray WOW change my life over night yes the taste is bad but just have a little water after and it's gone my parents get some sleep at night now cos only one or two sneezes and my head and runny nose has stopped I feel human again, but in England it is expensive that's why some doctors don't offer it."


"Took 2 on the advice of my Gastro DR. Hadn't been in over three weeks. Seven hours on the toilet later and I'm still in agony"


"I have the WORST allergies during spring and nothing has worked. I would wake up every night with asthma and sometimes my abuterol inhaler wouldn't even help me breath or get the mucous up. I might sneeze like 4 times a day instead of every 5 minutes. If my nose gets stuffy I use an all natural homeopathic nasal spray called  Bioallers. The combination of these two things makes me feel normal once again! OH and I take Singulair right before bed and it helps me sleep so well. No side effects so far either (been using it a month)."


"I have been taking 10 MG daily for just over 3 weeks now. My doctor said it usually takes 4-6 weeks to work, but I swear I started feeling better after only TWO doses! At first it made me feel lazy but that is going away now. I usually have a bit of anxiety and depression all month long, but I am legitimately emotionally unstable and mentally INSANE right before and during my period. In the past three weeks since being on this medicine, I have had a few small bouts of depression but I haven't felt any "deep emotional pain" like I usually do. My feelings of intense desperation and loneliness are gone! I did get angry at my mother a few days ago, but I was able to calm down MUCH faster than I normally would. I hope this continues to help!"


"Got very tired and dizzy with this drug.  I got a bad cough  and unusual sweating."


"My physician gave me some sample packs to try for my heavy periods.  I had my tubes tied 10 yrs ago so I didn't need it as birth control.  Started my pack the first day of my period as directed.  I almost gave up and quit taking as my period lasted 10 days!  But after that everything was fine.  No side effects and no periods.  Unfortunately I went to fill my prescription and my out of pocket cost is $65. "


"Well, ever since I was 13 my periods were not normal they would last for more than a week, I would get horrible side effects such as nausea, cravings, cramps you name it. I got extremely tired of it and I was prescribe to Nora-Be it's been good to me. I started it while on my period I only bled for two days! Not even bad! It was a small spot and done I felt so relieved!!! I noticed no weight gain and I felt great, I get no side effects from it but if I do which is rare it's breast pain. I recommend this, but of course everyone's body is different!!! ps I've been on it for ages"


"I've taken this for sciatica in the past and it's been worthless for that. So getting this for gout the first time I wasn't expecting much but hoping to be proven wrong after reading the reviews here. Not at all. My pain is just as bad as before. I should just let my gout runs its course instead, it would feel the same and be cheaper too. This crap is awful and a waste of money. Next time my doctor wants to prescribe me this I will say "no thanks""


"I've been on the patch for 3 weeks now, I am now on my patch free week, and I think it's great. There's no itching or Reddening at the placement site and I alternate between placement each week which helps. I feel nauseous every once in awhile but that may be contributed to other things and it subsides relatively quickly. I had a slight headache first day of application but none since. I've had a few mood swings but once again it could be contributed to other things. Oh and my breasts have grown! Which is a plus for some. Slight tenderness but only to touch. Sex drive has increased. And it's so easy to remember! I'm 98 lbs and 5'1"."


"I take Pentasa much in the way people take Rolaids.   As soon as I feel like my intestines are reacting poorly I will take 2 pentasa.500mg and my stomach calms down within 10 minutes.  I have no idea why it works for me,  a Crohns patient for 10 years in this way.  I do not ever take it as a preventative medicine.  As a topical way to calm intestine discomfort, it just seems to be miraculous."


"I started phentermine 37.5mg 6/25 /16 my start weight was 248. Which is the most I have ever weighted... I gained 100 pounds well pregnant with my daugther. The frist few days I only got 2-4 hours of sleep. But now do get atleast 6 hours. The pill gives me lots of energy. I have not weighed myself yet today is the last day of my 30 day prescription. But I know i have lost I see it in my face,neck,arms. My pants that use to fit me tight now are loose on me that they wrinkle up. And shirts that didn't fit me now do. I feel awesome. I need to lose a total of 65 Pounds to be back to normal. Will update tomorrow to see how much I have lost."


"I shared my experience in June/2016 when I started taking Linzess & it was great at first. Unfortunately, the diarrhea continued every day and my stomach got big & bloaty, headaches & acne!? I tried every second day, at night, with more water but as time went on the side effects got worse. I was going to the bathroom, but not completely, with all the water & gas remaining inside. I read posts about weight gain and watched myself carefully, everything I ate and worked out but suddenly noticed I was "puffy". I realized I was dehydrated from the Linzess and I stumbled across an acticle saying "dehydration slows down metabolism"! I also started feeling a little down, I got off & back to my old drug Resolor! Side effects gone & I feel better!"


"I only had the implanon inserted about 3 months ago but so far it has had it's pro's and con's. I'll start with the pro's. It's great not to have to worry about taking the pill or getting pregnant!! I haven't put on any weight at all. I haven't had depressed thoughts/anxiety even though I've experienced this in my past. My sex drive is great.
There is just one con which is quite a big one for me considering I'm in a new relationship etc.  My skin has developed this awful acne. Really deep, painful spots that appear all over my chin and forehead. I got a few spots before but nothing like this. They are so so painful I've had to go to my doctor and they've prescribed me with 80 days worth of antibiotics and gel to hopefully help it."


"Severe hot flushes, sleep disturbance, bone and joint pain, lack of concentration. Was getting Zoladex injections for 9 months then had hysterectomy. Have been on Arimidex for 7 months. Hope I don't have to be on it for up to 5 years. I don't think I could stick out these side effects."


"Scared to take would rather live in pain then take a chance of getting cancer or dying for an infection caused by a cut or scratch"


"I've currently been on this medication for only 2 weeks and I have already lost a stone with no side effects due to sticking to a low fat diet but this hasn't stopped me from eating my naughty treats I just now make a homemade healthier version, which if I'm honest I enjoy more there are a lot of healthy options of food out there to trick your mind into thinking something naughty I recently purchased some chicken sausages and they are lovely. Looking forward to continuing my journey on this medication"


"I have been taking Levora for a year and a half. For the first year, maybe a little less, it was great. My periods weren't shorter but definitely lighter. My face cleared up but not entirely. The week before the placebo pills my face always seems to get worse but not anything to worry about. However, like most other people my libido DECREASED to the point that I have absolutely no desire. For that reason I talked to my doctor and will soon be switching to Tri Sprintec which I have heard some terrible reviews about so I am skeptical about that as well. I would recommend Levora if it is for lighter periods or for acne issues. "


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"I do really like this pill and the fact that my periods went from super heavy lasting maybe 2 weeks to light lasting a couple days.  What I don't like is I'm more moody, emotional, have had many episodes of heart palpitations and feel like I'm having anxiety attacks. I think I'm going to get off this pill. Good luck and I hope it works well for all!"


"Started taking Contrave 3/1/17, once a day in a.m.  First day, I was extremely tired, had a hard time keeping my eyes open at work. Second day, actually felt really good, great mood too. Days 3 & 4 went well too, although on day 4,
I became constipated.  Appetite has diminished a lot, eating 3 small meals a day, with fruit in between. Haven't weighed myself yet, waiting until week one is complete. Only side effect so far is slight headache and occasional stomachache.  I will hang in there and continue taking Contrave.
 Tried Belvique last summer, for the first 3 weeks all I wanted to do was sleep. Hated that. Gave up after 5 weeks, only lost 5 lbs.
Hoping as time goes on I don't experience some of the other side effects I've been reading"


"Used 75mg Voltaren twice a day as a maintenance for pain. The problem with pain sleeping was created by deterioration of fitness because of side effects from chemotherapy treatment for invasive breast cancer."


"9-17-2015 The other reviews compel me to expand my comments.  All Movantik does is land on the receptors in your stomach.  These receptors are the ones opioid normally land on which makes it difficult to have a movement.

I still have responsibility for what I eat and taking stool softeners and Senna tablets so my stool is soft.  Otherwise I would be experiencing possible blockages.  It is now 3 weeks and it works  for me.  But you have to pay attention.

Also I am not a doctor.  This just my experience."


"Due to my insurance not covering Victoza, or any "anorexiant", my weight specialist is switching me to Sandexa.  She is giving me her samples..."as long as you keep losing"!  This is awesome.  With Victoza, down 16 lbs. in 2 weeks!  I know this is the kick-start I need to help me loose another 100lb.  Has anyone gone from Victoza to Sandexa and noticed a difference, or does it work effectively the same?  Your comments are appreciated!  ;-)"


"I have only taken this medication for a week and had to stop. The need to go pee every hour, including at night is keeping me from sleeping and I drive for a living.  After only just a week, I also got a yeast infection and my back is in constant pain.
I am also incredibly thirsty and this medicine is increased my craving for sugary drinks, which I have not drank in years.
The second day on thus medicine,  my blood sugar was 302. This is a number I've never had before.  My blood sugar reads about 200 on a bad day and generally runs 150 average. My week on this medicine,  my average blood sugar reading was 220. Two days after going off, my blood sugar started going down again.  Thus medicine raised my blood,sugar significantly."


"I've only been taking Beyaz for a week but I have noticed a slight decrease in appetite. I've had minor headaches and feeling bloated. I just hope I don't gain weight, the other pill I was on made me gain 20 pounds."


"On the plus side, this pill did the job. I certainly did not get pregnant over the 9 months I was on it. That's it. On the bad side, this pill gave me the worst acne I have ever had. It was long until I realized that it was this pill causing my acne. Stopped taking it, and acne went away. Scars are still fading. "


"I can leave my home and run errands without freaking out or sitting in the parking lot waiting for my husband or kids to drive me home."


"On day 3 but already feeling better. Less anxiety overall and no side effects so far. Have noticed a few bouts of anxiety but the doctor told me that's normal during the first two weeks. I'm sleeping better and waking up feeling energized for the first time in years! So far so good!"


"I currently take 300 mg of carbamazepine a day. 100mg in morning and 200mg at night. Which is hard for me to remember the different doses because this medication causes me to forget everything. I also had really bad nausea and hot flashes when I first started taking it.  I quit smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol on this drug. Super amazing accomplishments, but on the other hand I have lost three jobs in six months. Before tegretol I was taking 300mg of seroquel XR a day and it made me a completely unemotional zombie. So It's hard for me to control myself sometimes because I'm feeling all these things I haven't felt before . I hope tegretol can work for me though and be my miracle drug, because changing meds is my living nightmare."


"this is by far the worst tasting medicine ive ever had! i dread taking it but it did clear up my infection but at the end of my 7 days i ended up with oral thrush and a yeast infection i was able to cure those on my own with home remedies the med is effective just has a few unpleasant side affects"


"Happy and free of anxiety."


"I have been suffering from severe back pain and neck pain for about 25 years and have tried everything but surgery. My wife has undergone back surgery four times and still has problems so I am weary of the operating table. I am currently taking Percocet 7.5/325 mg four times a day and it seems to be working most of the time for me. I would recommend this pain medicine for anyone with similar problems before surgical option."


"First. Thank goodness I didn't read these reviews or I wouldn't have tried it. Interesting that the side effects everyone  is describing are the same side effects I had on Ciprofloxicin.  I was very worried taking this antibiotic because I lately don't do well. Also  I have gotten hives from Bactrim so I got nervous taking any antibiotic. The difference this time I'm eating yogurt and taking a probiotic so I wonder if that made a difference. No pain at all in body no tiredness  no dizziness. I don't even feel like I'm on a drug. I'm beginning to wonder if sometimes when we take these drugs it depends on our bodies at the time. When I got hives from Bactrim and told the doctor she said I had been on it before.  Definitely eat yogurt and take probiotics."


"It started off great, for the first month. But then by the second month, my period became a monster. It lasted for so long and started on a very random day that wasn't even close to my regular period cycle date. Also, I'm on an emotional roller coaster ride and almost constantly angry at something or someone. I don't like this at all. "


"Age 36 I thought I had tried everything. Acne was not too bad but was tired of having constantly three or four spots around my jaw line and neck and forehead sometimes more. A doctor prescribed epiduo for me and also some tablets which I did not take.

Epiduo worked after about two weeks of initially dry skin and very dry eyes and now I hardly ever have to use it my skin is so much better. I never use it anywhere near my eyes but around my jawline two days in a row and any breakouts have gone. Brilliant but use sparingly and only on affected areas as it's very powerful and ease up to once every two days till you get used to it. I think there are different types of skins and different types of acne but it's worth a try in my opinion."


"Didn't know there would be burning at first (lol) but it wasn't that bad after a few minutes. It seems really effective being that I'm taking the 3 day cure and the next day the burning wasn't as shocking as the first time, so I'm assuming it's getting the job done."


"Taking estazolam for 20 years.  Amazing drug. Go to sleep quickly and wake up when needed. No side affects."


"My doctor put me on Jardiance and I had an allergic reaction to it.  Three weeks later I was put on Invokana. It worked really well for me, but three weeks of taking it I had the same kind of reaction I did with the Jardiance. About a month later my hands and feet began peeling.  This happened twice.  I also noticed I have lot a lot of hair on my head in about three and a half weeks.  Had I known this was a possible side effect, I would not have tried either medication."


"This is definitely my favourite medicine to treat urinary tract infections. I have a longstanding history with UTI's, one even sent me to the ER. The best part about this medicine is that it works quickly and feel relief within the first dose, which is great. I tried nitrofurantin once and absolutely hated it because of side effects & will stick with this. Luckily I've never experienced any negative side effects & I've taken with and without food. No nausea, nothing! It's definitely a hefty sized pill though."


"I have taken pretty much every type of medication for ADHD. Dextroamphetamine, by far, works best for me. While Adderall contains dextroamphetamine, the l-amphetamine and it gives me very bad anxiety.

Dextroamphetamine helps me focus without causing extra anxiety, and I prefer the instant release, which allows me to fall asleep. Ritalin caused anxiety even worse than Adderall did.

One thing I recommend is to take a day or two off every week or so. If not, your tolerance might build up and you might find the medication is not working. Also, you need to learn to pay attention to your bodies other signals telling you went to eat. You probably will not feel hungry and your stomach. This does not mean you don't need food, however."


"I've battled binge drinking most of my adult life. I'm healthy and active and a runner.... When my nightly 2 glasses of wine is a bottle... and don't get me started if it is in a social situation.  Sick of hangovers, knowing this is no longer cute at my age, and having teenagers, made me commit to change.  I should add I do parties and events for a career so champagne lunches are standard. I got naltrexone 2 days ago.  I did not drink at all the first day I took it (was still feeling guilty from a few days before when I over drank) Today I had a lunch meeting and wine was unavoidable.  I said I'd just have 1 glass. 1hr and 30 min later and I had not finished it (never happens). Tasted fine.. felt fine.. but no craving for more when others did"


"I got my Nexplanon in October 2013. My first period was normal 7 days very light. My second period was about 3 days real light. And my third was a week light as well then 2 weeks after I spotted for a week. Symptoms I have noticed is acne I've never had such oily hair and skin before, and also some weight gain. I love Nexplanon because I always forgot my pill. I would recommend every girl to get it."


"Viibryd worked at first for me, but then I started to see an increase in my mood issues/ depression. While taking Viibryd I feel that it is hard to generate emotion at times, but I also feel easily adgitated, annoyed, and short-tempered frequently. I have also experienced a decrease in my sexual desires and overall energy."


"I am a healthy 39 year old AA mom of 3.  I was diagnosed with high blood pressure after a stressful divorce and other life changing events.  My doctor gave me samples of 10mg Bystolic.  I went from 195/150 to 120/80-textbook.  I take Bystolic in the morning on an empty stomach and it has a calming effect so I was also able to eliminate Valium and Xanax from my life!  I feel amazing.  The only side effect I've noticed is my left arm feeling like it's "thinking" about falling asleep.  I'm okay with that as long as it's not tingling, numbness or pain associated with the stroke I might be having were I not managing my blood pressure.  I also find that I can no longer make it off my normal 4-5 hours of sleep.  I need 7-8 or I fall asleep in the middle of a sentence (LOL)."


"I've been on the shot almost 2 months and loving it since reading all the bad reviews ever since I've got it I've watched what I've been eating and started swimming 5 days a week with occasional abdominal work outs and have seemed to have lost weight with the shot! No period yet so happy about that though and very easy to use acne has cleared up mood swings practically gone and have been generally happy! I would recommend to anyone who is like me and forgets things very easily."


"About a year ago I did a 30 day in house rehab for Alcohol. Worked great sober for 6 month. Then slowly began to relapse. 1 year later back to a fifth of Vodka a day last three months. If I didn't have a drink upon waking I would dry heave , shake , sweat. Snuck vodka at work in a water bottle sipped all. I began losing bowel and bladder control. That's when I got scared. Couldn't afford in house detox so got a script for Librium. 100mg  4x day 1 which was pretty rough. No dry heaving though which was a relief. Still pretty shaky. Day 2 , 25 every 4 hrs. Shakes were much better appitite returning. Day 3 25 twice daily morning and bed time. Feel remarkable. No desire to drink. Eating healthy and feel myself getting stronger. Librium saved my life"


"This seems to work for me, at least the nerve pain in my legs, it controls the racing, shooting pains but does not help the muscle pain or spasms at all. at least when I take it i can sit down without shaking or moving my legs. Every little bit helps."


"After taking this medication for three months I then became pregnant a month later. After my Right tube exploded @ (11 WEEKS) (ectopic pregnancy) and I had two blood transfusions. We are ready to try again. Hoping for better luck this next time with one tube left. PRAYING"


"Metformin gives me terrible runny tummy"


"This is the worst medication I have ever taken in my life. I have been in bed for seven days. Not only did it raise my heart rate it gave me horrible vision, sensitive to light, can't function. Stuff is horrible for you. Should send my hospital bill to the manufacture!"


"I've had chronic constipation ALL my life, and I am in my 60's now. I have tried it All! I've practically lived on taking enemas every 4 to 5 days, which worked most if the time. I haven't had a "normal" BM on my own in over 5 years. It just sits there, and won't come out. I was prescribed 24 mg Amitiza a month ago. I took one at 8am. I had a great BM at 10am. It only took 2 hours to work! But it was not formed. It was almost like slight diarrhea. It felt like such a big relief to get all of that toxic poison out! The drawback, I had a lot of nausea all day, and bouts of diarrhea 3 or 4 times later. I also felt bloated for a couple of hours, which was a bit uncomfortable. So at this point, I'm a little nervous to take another one.."


"I found this medicine helped a lot with my anxiety in many ways but did not help my desire for sex that I suffer from by the other medications I am on for depression. But like in any medication you have to chose what is most important to you and my anxiety was out of control prior to taking Buspar."


"I have bad knees and use an electric chair. The doctor gave me methadone because I asked for it and turned down surgery. I took 10mgs a day--one pill. Not only was it better for pain then anything else I had taken but it helped even more with my depression/suicidal problems. It did not cure suicidal problems but I found myself happy and busy making things. I had to slowly take myself off when I realized I was taking 10 pills. The next time I saw my doctor she saw a very different person..sad and unresponsive. I remained that way for 6 months. I now only take Vicodin & Prozac and am doing well."


"Phenergan has been a life saver. I am a little over 5 months pregnant and have not been able to enjoy a meal for at least the last 3-4 months.  I went to the doctor and she tried me on phenergan and it has truly been a blessing.  I can eat and not be scared that I'll vomit. It does make me a sleepy if I take the entire pill, but if I just take half I can eat at work, during the day. At home I take the whole thing and sleep like a baby.  My only negative is there is really no information about how it affects an unborn child.  A couple of my friends have taken it and they have healthy happy kids. I'll be praying for the same result."


"I've used tricyclics and SSRIs before.  Both caused huge weight gain, and were only moderately effective.  Effexor XR worked very well for me at 150mg for several years.  I was able to lose a small amount of weight, and stopped having late night craving for sugary stuff, and it was very effective in combating the depression symptoms. I slept well but was not lethargic during the day; I took it at night.  Later on I needed to increase my dose. I am now on 300mg, and started losing weight again (a good thing in my case) and have more energy.  It takes longer to have an orgasm but other than that, I've been very lucky in having few to no side effects. The one thing I hate is that if I miss a dose, side effects are AWFUL!"


"This medication has been very effective for me. No major side effects to mention. I think the only negative thing is that it's a larger pill."


"Just finished coming of Oxycontin after 6 years of use. Took Effexor 75mg throughout. Now a member of NA and tried to wean myself off - horrible side effects from the withdrawal, dizziness, panic attacks, severe depression and social withdrawal. Went back on at 75mg and now feel that the drug is pretty hard to get used to again. Can't seem to win."


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"I've been taking Pradaxa for about 2 months. Cardiology lowered the dose to 75 twice a day.  I have noticed no side effects at all.  I have less bruising when bumping myself also.  I hope this continues as bruising effect from warfarin was very unsightly."


"Because I had had stomach stapling several years ago, I found it extremely difficult to swallow the 2 pills.   The pills would get stuck in the opening and it would burn as it slowly did its time release.  I would throw up from the pills being stuck and after about a month, I stopped taking them.  I did not feel any side effects and I did not feel they curbed my cravings or appetite  but I also wasn't able to get them down consistently.  I had better results with Qysmia."


"I was on HUMIRA for three years after 14 years of methotrexate and a mix of other non biological meds. HUMIRA was brilliant however it has recently stopped working so well and my specialist is changing me to another anti TNF biologic. I'm really sad and sorry to leave my humira behind, it gave me a great three years, the best I've had since I first got RA. Will wait to see what the new MED is like, fingers crossed."


"Taken for 20 yrs now no cases of acute gout since - unless I  drink too much. Fantastic drug!!!!"


"Took Demulen 1/35 brand only from 1999-2007. It's been all downhill from there trying to find something that was amazing as this was. Fuller breast, great skin, no more cramps, period perfectly on time to the hour, NO headaches & never once had a migraine in all those years!!!! Amazing pill brand name! Now it's discontinued & generic is a complete nightmare!!! Kelnor gave me every extreme symptom there was & felt terrible, gained migraines, cramps & Zovia made me have horrid cramps, heavy flow & felt terrible. I stuck it out for months to no avail. I will forever miss Demulen 1/35 brand. Good luck to you all!"


"I feel so much better since I started this medicine. I get more done and have much more positive attitude about things."


"I am 23, and I have had Mirena for the past 5 yrs. It was placed in a month after my son was born and I now have gotten it removed and a new one inserted! I LOVED it the first time I occasionally spotted but rarely more than 1 day. The reinsertion was a different discomfort then what I experienced the 1st time. I have had A LOT of cramping, even in my legs. Hopefully it doesn't last."


"I love my Implanon! Have had Implanon in for about a year and its been great! I've gained a bit of weight and have found it a bit harder to lose any extra but if you exercise and eat healthy it shouldn't be a problem. So I haven't had a pregnancy and its actually cleared almost all my acne. I guess the extra hormones actually balanced me out. Definitely going for another one when I turn 21. If anything changes I'll be sure to change my review but so far its the best birth control ever, its out of sight and out of mind."


"I have been suffering from severe sweating since 6th grade. It wasn't just a situation of not being able to raise up my arms--I had to wear black shirts every day or the sweat stains would show. Even in the middle of the winter, I would sweat. Finally, I asked my doctor for Hypercare (which I had heard about from a friend). I used it for the first time last night, and today was amazing. I wore a tight green shirt and I didn't sweat all day. I did feel like I was sweating at points, but when I checked, there was no wetness. There was some burning when I put it on, but it was well worth it. This is an amazing product!"


"Did nothing for me. "


"I was having bad heartburn (GERD) everyday and having to take to many antacids.  My doctor suggested OTC Prilosec.  After 24 hours all pain was gone and has not returned.  It has been a blessing. Today is the 7th day of 14 day treatment.  I am waiting to see if the heartburn returns after I complete the recommended 14 day treatment.  I hope not."


"I feel a positive response of this medicine."


"I'm on this birth control about 6 months. I gained about 14 lbs already and my weight keep growing. My diet is still healthy and low on carbs, my physical activity is normal. I didn't experience significant increase of appetite but I suspect it affects metabolism. My previous pill was ok I managed to lose some weight due to lower appetite but this one apparently not the same. I also had some unexpected minor bleeding in the middle of a cycle. My skin got slightly better and no mood swings but uncontrollable weight grow is scary."


"I took Amrix last night for the first time at about 9pm. It seemed like it took the edge off the pain. I never had a feeling of euphoria like some medicines are prone to deliver. About midnight I went to bed, I woke up at noon the next day. By 1:30 pm, I was back in bed till 4pm. The medicine works great at taking the pain away, but, if you need to be productive the next day and don't have 12-14 hours to dedicate to sleeping I wouldn't take this medicine. I'm glad I had nothing to do on a Saturday but I still didn't want to waste it by spending the whole day in bed sleeping."


"I was given Taytulla after using Minastrin 24 for a year (which worked great). After taking it for a few months my anxiety (which I had before taking it but was under control) became so much worse and I began having panic attacks every day, and I actually became depressed despite having no history of it. These issues along with extreme mood swings/irratibility, frequent headaches, fatigue, and lack of motivation to do anything (despite being a motivated person before) caused me to switch back to Minastrin, even though I had to pay more because my insurance doesn't cover it . To me paying extra is way better than having to go on this pill again, which I would not recommend to anyone, especially those who have anxiety/depression to begin with"


"I was given this for a severe upper respiratory viral infection. Yes made me very tired but worked well. Within a day or so I could breath again."


"I was sweating all the time and had to shower/change up to 6 times a day. Used the DrySol 3 nights in a row, under arms, feet, even top of legs and under belly. When dry, I put plastic over all areas, covered feet with socks, wore nightie with sleeves, undies held-in plastic at top of legs. The idea is to use at bedtime in this manner, so the product doesn't rub-off AND because this is when the sweat glands are most dormant. Now I only need it twice a week. I use regular deodorant in the morning. Keep in mind: 1) You only need a very small amount to prevent burning your skin 2)Otherwise it must be washed off. 3) Dab under arms ONLY where hair grows. Don't use after shaving! I can now wear tops TWICE and can wear regular shoes.  DrySol, you're the best!"


"I have been taking Serax/oxazepam for 30 years for anxiety/panic attacks, works great! I started out on 10mg then after a few years was switched to 15mg. The past year or so I have been having trouble sleeping so the Dr. put me on 30mg to take only at night before bed which I do and it works great for sleep. So, I take the 15mg when I need them for anxiety and the 30mg only at night."


"I've been using the depo shot on and off for about 5 years now. I got off it a few years ago due to the increase in weight gain that I got. so I switched to the pill. after a while I decided to go back onto the depo shot. in February 2016, I received my first dosage and everything was fine. near the end of April I began to get my period again, just figuring I needed to go back in for my next injection. after I got my second dose, my period has not gone away since APRIL. I have been bleeding for over 3 months now and I just cannot deal with it anymore. my doctor won't do anything about it besides tell me to wait out the three months for the depo to leave my system. well here I am... 3 months later and bleeding heavier than ever."


"I was on yasmin for about 3 years, it completely cleared up my skin. However I was concerned about the blood clotting issue so I changed to first dianne and then to zooley. Both were terrible, I broke out in places I never had before.

I'm back on yasmin now, I can't wait till I have beautiful skin again !"


"I suffered lower back pain for 15 years and finally my "Pain Specialist" gave me a prescription for a starter of Nortriptyline.  1 week 10mg, 1 week 20mg, 1 week 30mg, 1 week of 40mg and 1 week of 50 mg and the pain was gone.  It made me very hyper, but I was out of pain and happy.  I was on it for 6 months and a change in insurance forced me to taper back off.  Basically the starter in reverse.  As each week ended I kept wondering when the pain would come back. It was amazing because it never did come back.  I had lost some weight and built up my core muscles, so that helped. After 15 years of daily pain, the kind that makes you think oh no when someone invites you anywhere, I have been pain free for over a year."


"I got this birth control at my 6 weeks PP appointment and honestly after pushing out a baby through my vag, I didn't feel a thing. I was also on my period when I got it inserted but it was the best decision I made after my BC method! For me it was painless the whole procedure was like 10 mins and the Dr kept saying you'll feel a pinch, I didn't feel it then she said you'll feel some cramping , I didn't feel that either. Then before I knew it it was over. I love it!! I breastfeed so I haven't had a period since I got this IUD. I had irregular bleeding for about 3 to 4 weeks but after that no more bleeding. I totally recommend this for a new mama that doesn't want to get pregnant!!"


"I got on this med Sept.2015. I had anxiety mixed with fear to take it. I am on the 10 mg dose and get depressed and anxiety when on it. Slowly it worsened to the point I couldn't attend school. I this normal!? I have experienced the lack of wanting to eat and hating food in the start of being on it.Then my hunger spiked past its norm; I was eating like there was no tomorrow. Now being close to Xmas and off it for a bit I feel more snappy. If you are/ have experienced this I hope this helped."


"My doctor prescribed Buspar for anxiety.  I have been taking this for 4 weeks and I am concerned because I read from some of the comments that this is prescribed for short term use.  It really is working for me and the thought of not taking it terrifies me."


"The day after taking the medication I felt nausea and sinus pressure for few hours in the morning.  I took the pill with dinner.  My Prolactin levels were reduced."


"My back is partially broken and methadone is the only pain reliever that helps the pain."


"Works almost all the time for me. I have trouble going to sleep most nights, don't know why just do. I'll be sitting there not thinking about much of anything and next thing I know I've been laying there for 2 or 3 hours with no sleep. This almost always knocks me out and once I'm asleep I sleep.  When it doesn't I take a second. "


"It makes me dizzy."


"Okay honestly I'm not sure how well this has worked in terms of combating my acne. I started in December and ever since then I've had a mixture of AMAZING skin days but also a few bad breakouts of cystic acne (currently me right now). I honestly don't really know how to rate this because I think it has helped in some ways but it's hard to tell. I also went on minocycline recently which previously helped a lot but this time I went on it I think it broke me out even more?? Anyways thats my experience so far I'll stay on it to see if it gets better even though I've been on it quite a while"


"I'm 48 years old and have three children.  Two of which have ADHD.  My son is 15 and started on 40mg of Vyvanse in January.  The results have been amazing.  He used to struggle to get D's and he was always getting in trouble at school for doing dumb impulsive things.  His grades started coming up immediately and we never hear from the school about discipline problems.  He's making A's and B's after 4 months.  He's no longer forgetful and scatterbrained like before.  He is as impressed as anyone with the results and wouldn't think of going a day without it."


"Been on 20 mg for a month and honestly I feel more depressed and more then before. I am also getting super sensitive. Doctor wants me to give it 2 more weeks and added Abilify. I start my first dosage tomorrow. Ugh"


"It's been good so far. Doctor put me from 30 to 40 mg. we will see how I feel in about two weeks when I see him again ."


"9/10 rating simply because like all treatments currently available it gets rid of the symptom (warts) not the illness (HPV)
I had a bout of genital warts, all spaced all over my genital area (clitoris included.) After having read about the treatment, I was so scared that I did not use it for the first 2 weeks but for me liquid nitrogen was way too painful.

Remember; Everybody reacts differently, don't be discouraged. I am very sensitive to pain and have gone through this with no burning sensations, absolute no side-effects aside expected sensitivity and by the first week of use I noticed a considerable difference.
Dosage: 3 times/week on alternating days e.g. Monday, Wednesday, Friday for 6-10 hours at night (I left it on for 8-10)"


"Did not resolve polycystic ovarian syndrome completely, but did improve quality of life by treating my subclinical insulin resistance. Metformin extended release 1000mg/day."


"I am on 120mg of Cymbalta to treat my chronic depression, PTSD and anxiety (severe child abuse survivor and adult sexual assault survivor), and chronic pain (spinal disorder required fusing all but one vertebra in my neck and the vertebra in my lower back; plus severe arthritis in my knees, hips, and both AC joints). I have been on 24hr narcotics, Ativan, and many antidepressants. Of course narcotics work, but they caused me to have heart problems. Ativan is great, but doctors are reluctant to prescribe long-term. I thought the panic attacks, insomnia, hot flashes, obsessive worry and dread, gloom, weepiness and loss of interest in everything would be forever. Cymbalta helped me get my life back."


"Not too many drugs have an effect on me. Except for this one. Psychological, IDK. I on occasion will get a headache about (3 or 4 a month due to hormones) and within 3 minutes the headache is gone. I take two pills. It feels great after. A burden off of my shoulders. Cheap too. 88 cents for 30 pills."


"This medicine was a life saver. It kept me home and out of the hospital on IV antibiotics, which would have been my other option for a nasty tooth abscess, which turned into Ludwig's angina.  This was the scariest infection of my life, and because Flagyl gets rid of anaerobic bacteria (sorry for the spelling) it was the ONLY medicine that would work.  (Had tried Amoxicillin and Cipro with no result). I masked the taste by putting the pill in peanut butter, and had to take it quickly as otherwise the pill would dissolve.  By this time I was only drinking fluids through a straw as my jaw wouldn't open, but I could still get the pill in and would have milk or Ensure prior to taking the pill.  This medicine may be nasty but it is GREAT at killing nasty bacteria."


"The day after I was completely not congested anymore. The headache was still present though. It took three days for that to go away but I was still able to go to work and school by the second day. The only downside was I experienced extreme dizziness within the first few days and it left a terrible bitter taste in my mouth all day."


"Cozaar did not help my blood pressure and the side effects were bad. I had headaches from day one, nausea, low back pain and nonstop trips the toilet. My doctor wanted me to try Cozaar because my medicare provider wouldn't cover my Diovan. I have been taking Diovan for years. It took forever to find a drug that worked on blood pressure without side effects. Diovan is expensive at $80  for a 30-day supply, but it works."


"Did not have the best experience with this medication, but antidepressants and anxiety medications react differently for each person. For the 5 months that I was on Prozac, it improved my anxiety, but every time my dosage was changed, my depression got much worse and fluctuated  greatly. It got so bad that I had to switch medications. Again, every medication reacts differently for everyone."


"30, no children, 105lbs previously on Lo Loestrin 1+ yr prior to Nexplanon insertion June 2016. No periods on lo lo and none with implant. Implantation quick and easy, not a big deal with Tenderness at implantation site for 4-7 days. Ok for the first 2 mos and I have no other side effects except terrible acne. Acne across cheeks and jawline and it doesn't go away. Deep, painful pimples with obvious whiteheads. While I've never had perfectly clear skin, I've also never had acne like this. Doctor said hormonal acne unlikely to go away but could see dermatologist if I desire. Why waste money at derm when I can tie it directly to this? Getting married in 8 mos and need to clean it up now and try something else Otherwise worked fine"


"I had Skyla inserted on 6/17/16. I'm 19 with no kids, and was on my period when it was inserted. It was extremely painful (although the worst of the pain only lasted about 2 mins) but I ended up having to stay at my doctor's office for about 30 minutes because I was extremely dizzy right after, although my doctor told me that it was normal for a lot of women, and since I drove myself I wanted to be safe. For about 48 hours after, I had pretty significant cramping, but ibuprofen every few hours definitely took the edge off. My period also ended sooner than normal.  I had light spotting for about the next week, but since that has ended I've had no cramping and no bleeding! I haven't had another period yet, but so far I'm very happy with Skyla"


"I was hooked on pain killers for over 5 years and was taking 30 to 35 pills a day and did so for more than 1 year. I have been taking Suboxone for almost 3 years, under my doctors orders. Suboxone has saved my life. It is a wonder drug as far as I am concerned. Thank you suboxone and I sure hope other drug addicted people find this wonder drug to help them save their life like it did mine."


"Been on this birth control now for 4 months. It works well as it prevents pregnancy, but so far, I've had very heavy periods and severe cramps and tons of chin acne. Yaz never gave me these issues. I want to switch, but doctor told me to give it another 3 months to see what happens. If I still don't like it, then she said I can switch. I must stick it out until then."


"I have only been on it for little over a month. It's the first birth control I've been on so I was new to side effects. I finally realized my mood swings are huge. I find myself very emotional and depressed and minutes later I'm beyond happy. I do get headaches quite a bit but it can be from something totally different. I feel like I've gained a little bit of weight but I can't blame anything but myself. I don't think it's a horrible pill just affects me badly."


"I told myself I'd come back and write a review if I liked Effexor, because people tend to only write reviews if they don't like it, and that's scary for someone who is trying to figure out whether to try it or not. This was the first medication I've tried to treat my chronic GAD. Before Effexor, I was living in a state of constant panic and anxiety. It was really awful, and I felt like I couldn't continue much longer without completely breaking down. I'm now 3 months in, and it has helped so much. I am still myself and I have anxious thoughts, but there is no longer that sense of panic and overwhelming fear. I feel like I did pre-anxiety and its wonderful. Everyone reacts differently, but have hope! Medication can work!"


"This is the worst drug I've ever taken. It gave me horrible tremors, anxiety, & a guilt complex."


"I take 50mg 2x a day for years and it works great for me."


"I have had constipation for months since taking Pain meds that I need for extreme back pain. The constipation has been so bad that it has made my back pain even worse. My doc gave me movantik and it has truly saved my life. It has regulated me, and made me regular again with hardly any straining. I cannot say enough good things about movantik and how it's been a game changer for me. Amazing!"


"Taking for only a week or so for severe allergies/asthma. I am going to stop taking it and see how I feel because this medicine gives me a funny taste in my mouth and all food and drinks (except chocolate) taste weird to me."


"I've had trouble sleeping since I was a kid, especially in unfamiliar places or when other people were around. Over the past few years, I've taken Benadryl or Ambien most nights, but neither helped me when I wasn't sleeping in my own bed or was very stressed about something. Even when I could fall asleep, I'd toss and turn all night and every little sound or movement would wake me up. Trazodone has been great for me. I did suffer dry mouth and vivid dreams at the beginning, but those side effects have tapered off for me. For the first time in my life, I don't worry about being able to fall and stay asleep."


"I am 23 and I have two children.  I received the Implanon after the birth of my daughter.  After reading some of these reviews I am relieved to see I am not the only one with some of these problems.  My period comes on for about 6-7 days, stops for about 1 or 2 and then starts spotting again.  It seems like it last for ever.  Then the next month it comes about the same time.  My period has to be on half of the month or more.  I can't stand it!!!  (When I was on depo I had no period).  I have also noticed headaches very often, lack of sex drive and lower back pain.  I also have lost none of my baby weight which I had lost after my son.  I have had it for about a year almost 2 so I have about a year to go.  I want it out."


"I am trying Seroquel for Tourette's and have noticed no difference. But my general level of anxiety has decreased and my sex drive is much higher! When I first started Seroquel my obsessive compulsive disorder symptoms became much worse but they are now better than they were before I started taking it. I feel more in the moment during the day.

Bad part: I get goofy after I take it (I have to take it at night because it knocks me out) and I am having abdominal pains every day and mild diarrhea so I will have to stop taking it soon.

I don't know if this is a side effect or not but at night when I am lying in bed I have started getting weird sensations in my hips and then my legs will kick out violently. This happens every minute or so until I fall asleep."


"I am 21 and have suffered from severe muscle spasms and a pinched nerve for over 5 years now. So far, taking a Soma before bed at night does wonders. I definitely recommend Soma to anyone who has muscle spasms. I do get drowsy but I don't mind since I also have insomnia and I take it about half an hour before I go to sleep. Muscle relaxers are most often prescribed to take before bed since your body can actually relax and any damage that has been done to the muscular tissue can be repaired easier. Of course results and circumstances vary from person to person."


"Developed extreme pain in left leg radiating up to hip. Sinus problems and sleeplessness"


"I was prescribed the medication 2x a day for 7 days. The first day was fine, and the medication kicked in almost immediately. Day 2 & 3 I felt awful, bloated, nauseous, food and drinks tasted terrible. Any smell would make my stomach so upset it was all I could do to keep the meds down. I didn't experience diarrhea more the opposite. I was plugged. By day 4 it was all I could do not to puke in the morning, my morning coffee tasted terrible and I didn't have an appetite for it. I've been sleeping for 12 hour stretches. Yesterday was day 6 I took 2 naps and still went to bed early and slept in the next day. I'm on the last dose the nausea was so bad,  here I am, to see why? I'm not the only one, meds work, but make sure you have plenty of tums."


"After being on a rather absurd amount of birth controls in the past 6 years, this was the only one that didn't cause me to have yeast infections. Most obgyn's do not believe birth control can cause yeast infections, but After 30 days of remaining on Lutera and Diflucan, I believe mine was convinced. I was given Lo Loestrin and I have not had a single yeast infection for 6 months. I don't feel as moody on this birth control, and my body acts as though I'm not even on birth control. This is a negative for me because I have no breasts without a high dose of hormones. Overall I think its wonderful, and I recommend this if you have the same issues as I experienced with other birth controls.  I did experience acne when starting, on the second month I had none."


"My 5 yr old woke up with fever and lethargic called doc had her in by 8am. She tested positive for flu so they gave her tamiflu, antibiotics. Poor baby would puke for 10 min twice a day. Imagine this twice a day for a week. I called the doc they say don't discontinue. Said nothing of nausea. I have 2 teenagers and been through flu several times and never seen anything like it. Never again. False sense of feeling better then you are on the floor puking till your eyes are blood shot glossed over. So sad. I won't do the next box."


"I have Graves Disease and Congestive Graves Opthalomopathy. My eyelids are swollen already from the congestion. I have problems with the allergens, mould, ragweed, pollen, etc and eye problems are worst. Doctor gave me sample of Pazeo to try. I used one drop in my right eye as its swollen worse all the time usually. It felt good going in but in just a bit my upper and lower eyelid were swollen double in size!!!!! Wow! guess I won't be using this again and I was so in hopes of it working for me! Good job I only tried one eye tonight and hope by morning the swelling will have subsided some."


"Before Flomax for 6 weeks I had experienced urgency to urinate, dribbling, reduced flow.

Within one day of starting Flomax, it was like magic - I noticed increased flow, no dribbling, no urgency to urinate, less frequent urination.  Also, I noticed that the muscles in my groin area seemed more relaxed.

I did notice an undesirable side effect though; dry mouth.  I have to speak a lot at work, and a couple of times my mouth dried up and I had difficult speaking."


"Honestly, I have found this form of contraception to be great!

Before insertion I was told everyone would experience it differently, only 20% of people will not get their period. I was in that percentage for the first month, and now I have got mine...it seems to be pretty light, and having had it for 4 days now I only seem to bleed between 11am and 5pm...weird, but thats the way my body its dealing with the Implanon.
In Australia I have paid about $35 for a contraceptive that will last 3 years, which equals about 90cents per month, pretty good deal considering I was previously on the pill which was $90 every 3 months.
Doctors (the good professional ones)should be telling you to AT LEAST keep the Implanon in for 3 months not 1 week."


"I started taking this drug a few years ago for post partum depression. Was on it for a year and went off. I had severe eye floaters while taking it and when I weened off of it very slowly I had major heart palps, blurry vision, would feel like there was warm water dripping down my leg. It was very weird. However, while on it I did feel better emotionally and lost weight. Recently because of several adverse events in my life I decided to try it again. Again, the eye floaters are back. Had some muscle spasms and shakiness. Right now it's 5:30 in the morning and I've been up since 3:30am. I usually take melatonin and that totally helps but I forgot to take it before bed. However, once again it has helped me emotionally in a big way."


"8 week post treatment, Hep C virus free after 3 weeks on medication. Total of 4 months Hep C free. I am just very grateful to all the work that brought this medication to folks like me."


"68 years old.  Primary problem:  Erections not lasting long enough.  Secondary problem:  Starting to have to go urinate once or twice at night.  Short term erections had ruined our prior healthy sex life and we started avoiding sex altogether, once a month or less.  We were both bitter and angry most of the time.  Tried 5 mg Cialis for a month on the free trial and cured both problems: Erections lasted long enough (more than half the time) and less waking to urinate.  HOWEVER, Cialis made my heart race and beats to become irregular.  Had to quit it.  Didn't try to half the dose.  Now on Levitra 5 mg (prior to sex, only) and no cardiac problems and I can manage to do sex 2  times a week, not enough for me, but the best I can do."


"First time I had diverticulitis I was prescribed metronidazole and Cipro.  The metronidazole was so horrible tasting it would make me gag and throw up.  I got some double zero gelation capsules and put the pill inside the capsule.  It worked like a charm, no more gagging.  It works for bad tasting pills as well as chalky pills that get stuck in your throat. Good luck!"


"I have experienced many ways of taking nifedipine and to get rid of the headaches. My doctors has me taken 30 mg XL 3 times a day instead of 90 mg once a day and I got rid of the headaches and all those other symptoms that you sometimes get."


"Thank GOD for this drug.  Busted my leg and ankle, diagnosed PAGETS, tried myacalcin and FOSAMAX.  Leg pain minimal now.  I do take 30mg daily!  It has been over 12 months of treatment now.  I ran out once for 5 days and pain was intolerable...resumed ACTONEL and pain gone in 2 days."


"Treats both the diarrhea and chronic pain that I have from Crohn's disease. Works great."


"I have taken pramipexole and Requip for restless legs syndrome. Both are equally effective for me. There are other very good side effects that I get. Antidepressant qualities that I didn't need but I actually like. Also the sexual sides have been overwhelmingly positive. I have had no negative sides after the first few days.

Oh, and my legs lay there like rocks and shut up instead of having to get up and walk around 3 times before falling asleep."


"My experience is mixed it was good to start with no problems but as time went on I got loads of bad side effects and when I tried to come of it I had really heavy periods for over a month then I had to go back on it again now I'm coming off for the second time it is very very painful with the cramps and sickness to the point I can't keep still for too long and it takes a while for your periods and your fertility to come back"


"Wonderfull against my stuffed up nose, but on the second evening of use I got the hives."


"Contrary to what I've read on some forums this is NOT a strong NSAID. It is a pain medicine (read the insert). It works partially by working on the opiate receptors in the brain. You may a teeny tiny bit euphoric the first time.

That said I found it very good for moderate to moderately severe spinal degeneration pain and have been prescribed this for a few years. I take it in addition to an NSAID, athritis strength Tylenol and muscle relaxants (as needed) but this was a Godsend for a long time. The limit is 400mg a day."


"I have had a fear of speaking in front of groups for as far back as I can remember. I dreaded the days when I was assigned a presentation to give in front of my classmates. I tried MANY things to overcome my fear (i.e. hypnosis, practice/repetition, etc), yet nothing seemed to calm my nerves. Often times in college I would choose to receive F's on assignments because it involved giving presentations. My voice would shake, I would get body tremors, rapid heart beat, shortness of breath, and mentally freeze. One day I went to see a doctor and she prescribed me Propranolol. Although I doubted it would work, I took a 20mg dose before a presentation and I couldn't believe the outcome. No more anxious symptoms! So glad I discovered it!"


"I had my Kyleena inserted yesterday & I took 1000 mg of Tylenol an hour before. My Dr wanted to insert it during my menstrual cycle to make it easier, which was fine with me. The pain was about 8/10 but only lasted for about 5 minutes total, including insertion and afterwards. The biggest thing was that I got really dizzy and had nausea. In high school, pre birth control, I had periods where the cramping was so bad I'd pass out, so it just felt like one of my old period cramps, honestly. I'm cramping a little this morning, but nothing too bad. My flow has even decreased. So far I'm very pleased!"


"The oral surgeon sedated me (via I-V) with propofol for an hour to extract 4 wisdom teeth.  It was wonderful.  I dosed off immediately and the next thing I know I wake up an hour later and the procedure was over.  No side effect what-so-ever.  Amazing medicine!"


"Medicine took water weight of 24lb immediately and another 9 lb. in the next 2 weeks.  Helped my breathing almost immediately.  Was nauseous for 6 months, however I took med at night to sleep through nausea. Have used for 1 1/2 yrs. and no more side effects.  Does help keep swelling to a minimum in entire body."


Herpes Simplex, Mucocutaneous/Immunocompetent Host

"I have been taken Famvir for a year. I had multiple outbreaks in the past, but I take Famvir daily and I have only had 2 mild outbreaks within a year. It really helps not having the pain and depression with outbreaks. It is a great medication and made my life better."


"This is one of the worst AEDs I've tried over the past 41+ years since surviving Reyes.  It caused hostility, agitation, nervousness, restless legs syndrome, suicidal thoughts, and made me so impulsive that I requested an early retirement from a position paying about $104k per year.  I probably would have not gone for retirement if the effects of the med had not been there.  To top things off it gave me gingival hyperplasia so my front teeth are ruined, gum overgrowth is worse than it has been while on any of the other 24 meds I've been given.  Intractable epilepsy is tough but this med might help persons who haven't had trauma or brain surgery.  FDA and the maker FAILED to warn me about this.  I got off of it."


"So I've had the Marina for 6 years and I'm 24. I used to have heavy bleeding and tried absolutely everything the rod, injections the pill you name it I have tried it.... this is the best thing I have ever had I was under when I first got it out in. A year ago I got it done again I have never had kids and yes it was a bit painful but nothing that I couldn't handle! Honestly couldn't give this a better wrap hardly any bleeding maybe every couple months I spot for a day or two no acne, weight gain or cramps. I feel a lot of women need to figure this out for themselves as every body is different and yes you may get side effects but the first 6 months it's getting used to your body so you just need to give it time to adjust to you."


"I have been taking Probenecid for 15 years, no side effects. I was cursed with severe gouty arthritis. When I had an attack it would render me incapable of walking. My ankles would swell to double their normal size and would become extremely painful. My doctor first cleared up all signs of gout (high uric acid level) then began administering probenecid, 3 x 500mg tablets per day (2 tablets in the morning & 1 in the evening). Since beginning with this medication I have not had any form of side effect and I have had no gouty arthritis attacks. That has certainly changed my life for the better."


"This is the second time I am taking diazepam for alcohol withdrawal. It helps me relax, be less anxious, stopped my trembles, overall it helped a lot. I do feel quite tired though, I hope I will be able to fall asleep. The pills saved my day. I found 5 mg to be too small a dosage for me. Good luck out there!"


"This is the second time I've used phentermine.  After I had my 3rd child, I used it to drop 20 pounds, and 3 years later, I have gained 10 pounds again, so I used it again.  It definitely works, especially with exercise.  You just have to take it easy, because your heart rate does seem faster, and drink tons of water.  I drink about 4 or 5 bottles of water a day when I take phentermine.  I have lost almost 15 pounds in 2 months time - but again, I've been working out 2 times a week lifting light weights and 30 minutes of cardio a week.  Great product!"


"I have been using Pristiq a little over a month and I feel so much better. The first week I was very tired and extremely sleepy. My appetite has decreased and I've lost 10 pounds. I highly recommend Pristiq."


"I'm nineteen and got the implant in the middle of January 2016. In terms of actually controlling birth, Nexplanon is great. However, I've been bleeding nonstop since about a week after it was put in. There's a day here a there where I don't bleed or it's light spotting, but otherwise I've had a very literal period for almost eight months. I haven't dealt with any increased acne or weight gain, but it's now impossible for me to lose weight, where I had lost about sixty pounds in the year prior to starting this bc. Also, I have hysterical mood swings and find myself depressed and tired more intensely than ever before. If you're considering this option, proceed with caution when it comes to the side effects."


"So I jsut switched from the Pill to the ring (I was on the pill for three years and needed something more convenient. At first I loved it because all I had to do was slip it in and forget for three weeks. Two weeks into it however I have begun breaking out all over my body (I NEVER break out, EVER) and my forehead is littered with pimples. I've gotten moody, sore and I'm nauseous beyond belief. After reading about others experiences, I'm starting to get that its a common thing. I'm switching back to the pill. This isn't worth the convenience. Plus, its two times the cost of what I was paying for the pill."


"I have only been on it ten days and have not reached full dosages, but I do not notice any decrease in wanting to eat my binge foods. I am committed to trying this for a month or two.

I have now been on Contrave two weeks. I did not notice a difference in cravings or appetite until I began taking two pills in the am and one at night three days ago. The only side effect is I get a bit anxious and worry it might turn into a panic attack. This doesn't last long, but I am considering stopping because of it.... But I am Finally neutral to food, just eating to live and healthy food choices and smaller portions. I don't want those sugar and flour cravings to come back, as I am the heaviest I've ever been. I am 58 next month. "


"I have diagnosed chronic constipation. My doctor tried to refer me to Miralax, which I did try, but it did nothing for me. I asked him for a sample of Linzess and I thought I might happy cry because of how well it worked. Within the first two weeks you will most likely have some diahrrea, as your body is getting used to the medicine. I'm about a month in on my prescription and the diahrrea DID stop. But trust me, it's better than constipation every day. Every body is different, but try to follow the directions to a T for the first month before you switch it up. I take mine 30-1 hours before I eat after I wake up in the morning and have a completely normal BM a few hours later. If I wait to eat any longer than on hour, it doesn't work at all"


"After several years of Zoloft use for GAD, I went off of it, under my dr's supervision. Felt Ok, then last year, had a lot of chronic pain, back & arthritis...heard that Cymbalta was good for all those--pain, depression and anxiety. Psych doc gave me samples, seemed to kick in pretty well & quickly. I have gone through 3 major surgeries in the last 18 months--and went off the Cymbalta b/c I thought I could handle it...Nope, I'm a mess. Needed daily clonazepam to cope. I just went though a 3rd and (Hopefully!!) final surgery 5 weeks ago. Hadn't taken any Cymbalta for months. I am going back on. Just got thru the worst anxiety attacks in my life following the 3rd surgery. I think the dose for me was 60mgs, and I will start it up again."


"I've had remarkable results since beginning Victoza in January.  Fasting blood sugars have improved, lost 10 pounds, my energy has returned, and the awful eczema that would never heal is gone.  I did have moderate nausea and headaches for about 6 weeks, and was ready to quit... but that has gone away.  After 1 1/2 years of trying different medicines without much success I told my doctor that I feel like my old self again.  I hope for all of us type 2's that it will continue to perform without major side effects!"


"I've used this med twice. Both times were the most terrible bowel motions experience of my life. The first time I took the med at 10 & woke up at 5 with the most terrible stomach pain/cramps/contractions I have EVER experienced. I thought my stomach was torn or something. It took 20 min of this excruciating pain until I had a bowel movement & felt like I was pooping razors. I had zero pain once everything was done. I tried the med again last night. I thought maybe the first time was caused by something I ate. I took the pill at 11pm & woke up by 9am horrible HORRIBLE PAIN & HORRIBLE CRAMPS. I sat in hideous pain for 30 min, contemplating calling 911, it was seriously so bad. I was crying & hyperventilating the whole time. NEVER AGAIN. Throw em away."


"Ok here goes: Oct 7th weighed in at 211pds, as of Friday October 23 I weighed in at 192pds!! Super excited is truly an understatement!  The only side effects that I have noticed is the dry mouth and lack of sleep. Other than that--nothing to complain about. I am super excited to my track my success especially since it has always been so hard on me to lose weight!  Soo I will keep posting b my success with you. .."


"I got my implant inserted in February 2015. I got my period around the beginning of March and bled every single day for 3 months straight. It finally went away and came back 2 weeks later, staying for another 2 weeks. To sum it up, this implant is not for me. It is almost six months in and I'm still having stomach cramps and bleeding and mood swings and everything else...I'm sick of it now!"


"After the first 3 days of taking it it worked for a week. I went from a very nasty snappy man to calm and commutative. That last for about 2 wks. Now my partner says im back to being nasty and rude. Careless and snappy. Im tired all the time. Its not helping! I started at 30mg they put me up to 60mg now im back to 30mg"


"I went on this drug because I was gaining too much weight on zyprexa. I've lost some weight so far but literally feel like shit everyday. Feel sick too my stomach and can barely keep my eyes open throughout the day.  If I forget too take it I can't fall asleep and I've never had that problem with other meds."


"Battled High Triglycerides for nearly a decade (400-600 levels).  Altered diet (slightly) and was on 1000 mg of Niaspan for at least six years.  Not much impact.

Last year, I started on Lopid.  Fairly religious about taking 30 minutes before every meal.  First test after being on Lopid for 2 months, my triglycerides dropped to 88!  I was stunned.

I've remained on the medicine, but didn't worry about my diet, other than maintaining my weight level.  Second results came back at 93!  I realize Lopid doesn't work for everyone.  But for me, it's a HUGE difference over Niaspan - and without the potential long term side effects."


"I received the nexplanon implant on March 29, 2015 and Yesterday marked my first full month being on Nexplanon, so far it has not been a "terrible" or extreme experience. I did not have intense brusing or swelling when it was put in, it didn't hurt at all it was much like a bee sting. I have a small dot like pink scar, I have yet to have my period in the entire month. No spotting, no intense mood swings just one or two so far but I can feel them coming on. Some small pimples on my face but not severe acne. Not much weight gain although I have lost about 3 pounds. One or two intense headaches but Advil can fix that. So far I would suggest nexplanon to anyone looking for an effective easy solution. Don't let all the other reviews scare you."


"Had one big toe that had a mild infection and this cured it.  I used it everyday for 3 months."


"I've always felt  like I live a totally parallel life to everyone around me - Never feeling like I am living a normal life. I was always way up or way down,  never a happy medium. Honestly, it was difficult to keep up the charade of tirelessly trying to hide what everyone but me already knew & accepted - I was bipolar.  I have tried a flurry of medications in conjunction with my current medication, Adderall - as I have always been classic ADHD. The last medication I tried scared me from even trying any new medications as I suffered from some serious SE of Stevens-Johnson Synd. Reluctantly, I tried Latuda & suddenly, my world was righted & I feel normal. I've never felt better in my entire life (aside from the headaches)  I'm reborn baby !"


"I fell down quickly when the arthritis part of the psoriasis hit me at 50.  I had always had bad nails and I developed psoriasis while taking Alpha Interpheron at 40.  At first I took methotrexate 25mg/week by mouth.  That was a disaster.  I went to sub Q and that worked very well, however, after a year, I began to get sick with the flu or such.  It lasted 60 days and I had to get off the methotrexate and nearly wound up in the ICU. From a cold or flu! Got better, then 45 days later, got sick again.  Thanks to the ACA, I have insurance and am able to take Humira.  It works pretty well on the psoriasis and also works pretty well on the arthritis.  But, after several months, my feet are getting sore and my right wrist is weakening."


"Long term migraine sufferer. First used Axert twice, still had burning, Advil Migraine relieved the burning. Only one day , but seems like it is worth a try."


"This is a great pill! I've been taking it about six months. I had a long period the first month, and my appetite increased, along with some breast tenderness. I just watched what I ate, and no weight gain at all! After the first two months or so, it all disappeared, and everything is normal now. My skin is the best it's ever been. This is the first bc I've ever taken and I love it!"


"PART 1 This stuff is amazing, by far the best product if you are looking for something to help with your skin. If you have gotten this product from a dermatologist, and you've come across my review. Make sure you aren't just slabbing it on thinking it will give you faster results, this WILL dry out your skin if you aren't careful. Use enough that it will cover your whole face (don't get close too your eyes) but ONLY do this once a week, and slowly add it into your routine. Than the next week, do it twice, with a few days in between, than the next week 3.. etc. Your skin needs to adapt too this product, otherwise IT WILL HURT. If your skin does get a little dry, I suggest using "Nivea Cream" it comes in a 100ml blue bottle."


"Kytril works well to stop vomiting; however my experience is that I still 'feel' like vomiting all the time while on it.  It also causes me terrible constipation; so I try not to take a lot of it.  Overall I think it is a good medication for what it is supposed to do, but not perfect.  Nothing really is I guess."


"Before I use abreva, a sore will take over a week to heal, now 3-4 days. It is expensive, but it lasts quite some time. just make sure you dont overindulge when you apply it"


"Made my depression and anxiety worse.  Caused more instances of suicidal ideation."


"I experienced dry mouth the first week of taking Ashlyna. I am on week 9 currently and have not experienced any issues and find this birth control to work extremely well with my body. I originally went on this Pill to assist with headaches experienced when premenstrual, the headaches have competed stopped and am pleased overall with no lasting side effects."


"So far I'm on day two and my coughing has almost stopped.  I've had a cough for 3 weeks, but it got worse almost overnight with a fever of 102 and chills three days ago.  My doctor said I had a sinus infection, upper respiratory infection, and bronchitis. I can already tell this antibiotic really works, with only a little dizziness for a side effect."


"After five antidepressants this is the one that brought me back to myself. I'm not 100%, but I was at 40% and now 80% myself. I am able to laugh again, appreciate the beauty of the out doors, and to enjoy my kids without yelling due to being constantly overwhelmed. My insurance switched me to generic pristiq and within a month I started feeling the anxiety and depression return. I was back to feeling like a zombie and in addition had withdraw symptoms from stopping the name brand pristiq including headaches, fatigue, muscle aches, and insomnia. I have switched back to name brand 4 days ago and feel a tiny bit better, but praying name brand pristiq kicks back in quicker. No generic!"


"I will be starting my third pack next week. This pill has given me pimples, my boobs have grown a cup size, but hurt all the time I can't even jog. No real weight gain but just a general nausea, pelvic, and back pain most of the time. I will give it another month to subside...."