"These pills significantly and quickly lowered my viral load as well as raising my CD4 count. Within 3 months I went from an almost 65,000 viral load to undetectable.
On the other hand I have had severe issues with nausea; reoccurring bladder/kidney irritation.
I had to increase my methadone to 100ml from 40ml over a course of 5 months and are still having issues with it. As well, I have trouble finding a time I can take my Rabeprazole when it won't affect my other medicines.
In general, Atripla is a God send for my HIV, though I am 7 months into taking it and am finding no end to, in fact an increase of nausea, even if there isn't an increase in vomiting. "


"Very good cough medication."


"I am a nervous flyer and my anxiety has been getting particularly bad, so I decided to go to my family doc and get a prescription. My doc gave me ativan and said to take 1 mg 1 hour before the flight. I took 1 mg exactly as she told me and then another 0.5 mg midway through the flight.During the flight, I felt completely calm and at peace, which has never happened before. Highly recommend for infrequent fliers with anxiety"


"I was on Loestrin for about 6 months. Pros were that it made me go from having a 7 day moderate period to a 3 day lighter period. I also had more energy on it to work out. It worked too, for I did not get pregnant while taking it. Cons were that I gained fat only in my stomach and my bum, which was weird. It was water weight because I lost it within a month when I got off it. Also it did not help with my crazy PMS mood swings.
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"I've taken this drug approx 23 years. While it was appropriate at the time I began my health has changed making this drug dangerous. Renal failure, kidney stones & osteoarthritis are among the top reasons this isn't appropriate now. I know at the drug leaflet proclaims,"your doctor has decided the benefits outweigh the risk", BUT that's not his decision to make, my body-my decision! New Doctor!"


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"These vitamins made me so nauseous that I had to stop taking them and switch to another prenatal vitamin.  As soon as I stopped taking them, the nausea subsided."


"I recently received an injection of nalbuphine in a walk-in/non-life threatening ER for a cluster headache that had spiked to a 10 on the pain scale and it was an absolute revelation to me. With negligible side effects, it worked as well (10 to 6 on pain scale) as 4 times the typical IV injection of Dilaudid (so 4mg or about 16-24mg oral/60-80mg of oral morphine/100-150mcg of transdermal fentanyl/150-200mg of oral Demerol) without making me high or nod out. This was the first partial agonist (like buprenorphine) that actually helped severe pain. "


"I am on linzess 290mg for a week. It's amazing how good that works. No cramps, no bloating. I take on a empty stomach every morning. I started going every morning. The 145mg did not work for me."


"I take this medicine for with elevated blood pressure. If you have swelling or itching or elevated liver tests quit taking it. Also not recommended for heart failure patients. But if like me you have uncomplicated high blood pressure it is fabulous. It is covered by all major insurance plans. I gave it a 10 even though I get some impotence with it. But it is excellent in keeping my pressure down within 30 minutes after taking it. My blood pressure is 160/106 so I am on the lower dose of 5/20. Good luck on this medicine."


"Came out of the hospital after my first (and only) psychotic break and didn't really know what to do with myself. I was given the diagnosis of Bipolar I and was in need of a mood stabilizer. Because I usually run low, I was looking for a medication to combat my depressive symptoms and I can hardly begin to explain what a world of difference this medication has made. My mental state has been much better since reaching the therapeutic dose of 200mg. It took about 6 months to reach that dosage, and trust me when I say that I questioned its effictiveness during the whole time. But it's become clear to me this past year that Lamictal has enhanced my life. I was highly skeptical. This drug has made a drastic difference in my quality of life"


"I am on 5mg of Abilify and 100mg of Pristiq.   I have been on this combination for about a year.   As a result, I've been the happiest I have been in many years of struggling with severe depression.  HOWEVER,  I'm torn.   I recently recovered from a very severe eating disorder after 30 years!   My weight in a lifetime has been as low as 70lbs and as high as 120lbs. I am 5' 3".  NOW after a year of recovery from the eating disorder AND taking the Abilify and Pristiq,  I have gained over 50lbs!!!!  As you can imagine,  I am totally freaked out.  I suffer from arthritis and it is very difficult to exercise, although I try.  At any rate, I don't know what to do.   I feel great,  but the weight gain is overwhelming and I'm still gaining! HELP!!!"


"So far so good. The only side effect so far has been many things now have an ammonia smell to them."


"I have been receiving Lupron or Eligard every 6 months for ten years to help reduce the growth of prostate cancer. Early research reports indicated that one side effect might be peripheral neuropathy. That started to develop in my feet shortly after I was put on Lupron. Loss of bone mass has also been associated with Lupron. I have begun taking 1200 units of calcium VitaminD each day. My PSA scores have all continued to be below .1. I have no major complaints, and have learned to live with the side effects."


"I have a lot of back pain due to two injuries. Out of everything I've taken I really like this. There is only 2 complaints: first it's expensive and second I have trouble sleeping when I take it. It wakes me up so taking it at night is not a good idea for me."


"Good"


"I went to my Doctor yesterday and he prescribed phentermine 37.5 My starting weight is 179.6 On 3/21/17. I'll Update my weight next week to let u know how much I have lost in my 1st week."


"When I can get the pen to work , I get great results.. but I have six pens that won't allow the plunger to dispense the med. This is hopeless."


"Started Nexplanon 2 months ago because I have a minimal amount of contraception's I can take due to my inability to take the hormone that is used in most birth controls. I'm trying to give it time because it is one of my only options right now. But honestly if I had options I'd get it removed.
I've never had acne problems in my life, and immediately broke out after getting it implanted. Sex drive is completely gone, and I used to have sex with my boyfriend a few days a week, now its completely forced and not even fun for me anymore. I mean I'm on birth control because I like having sex but don't want to get pregnant, why take a birth control that takes away sex? Very unhappy and hope that I get it back with time or I'm getting it removed."


"I loved the birth control because I knew it was a stopping  me  getting pregnant. But it most definitely had its bad sides. I had my period for 4 months straight, then when it finally did stop I had my menstrual for 2.5 weeks opposed to my 3 to 4 days prior to getting this. I got it in sept 2014, and gained 30lbs!!!!!!! This thing has to go."


"I'm 34 yrs old, military for 10 years as a grunt so automatically pain in every joint possible.   I've also had two serious incidents in combat and two vehicle accidents in the states.  I have been on everything I think, no help so far and recently 3 months ago put on stepped into nortriptolyne 50 mg along with  gabapentin.  I must say I'm a bit better as I'm not on bed rest as I used to not be able to get up.  I have also been forced to carry a Tens unit which helps with spasms along with Robaxin and at times have to take Norco when it gets bad.   I'm hoping for the best and hoping to just be on one pill or none soon.  Oh, and therapy weekly. So far I can only say : I think nortriptyline helps."


"28 woman 140 lbs--150mg XL taken once in the morning. Before this I was getting near suicidal, couldn't get out of bed and hated myself for that. Sought a therapist who recommended besides therapy I should take something like Wellbutrin. My psych was irritated b/c I previously told her I didn't want Celexa (it never did anything even after months) but agreed to prescribe Wellbutrin. After a day or two when it kicked in, it was like NIGHT and DAY. Like a cloud had been lifted and I could see again, get out bed again. Don't get me wrong, I'm still sad about the state of the world and my life. But it's not crippling anymore; I can "get over it." I'm glad to keep experiencing. It seemed better year 1 than 2 but that might be the relief/other factors."


"Amazing! It had been a week since I was able to use the bathroom and then I heard about MC. I'd say within 10 minutes I had great relief!! A few times...definitely stay near a bathroom! I drank the whole thing. Felt amazing!"


"I've been on this joke for medication for 3 months now because the doctor refused to change me from it while I was going through diagnostic procedures and finally nerve ablation. It's never helped my pain. It's given me severe headaches, made me irritable, I've gained 30lbs on it, had swelling in my legs and arms and also really has affected my moods and my patience level. I've begged for a change or an increase but was told he wanted me to stay where I was until after the ablation. Well had that 2 weeks ago, since then I've had major increases in pain, a headache that hasn't stopped since the procedure, hip pain (That wasn't there before the procedure). I'm on a low dose for this, I don't think I need a break through pain thru med."


"Levaquin destroyed my life. It has no fewer than 3 black box warnings from the FDA.  It destroy the mitochondrial sheath around my nerve endings. I went from an active weight lifter, hunter, golfer to a body racked with pain permanently damaged from Levaquin.  A warning to all this drug was developed for anthrax. Drs use it basically the same a using an atom bomb to kill a mouse. It's a very very powerful drug that is way overused and will affect 3-5% of the population with permanent damage. Avoid at all costs unless it's the only alternative in a life threatening situation."


"I take atenolol to treat tachycardia caused by Dysautonomia. Like some others with my condition, there are many beta-blockers I cannot tolerate. I also have asthma (potentially caused by dysautonomia) which is a concern when taking beta blockers. Atenolol is cardioselective and less likely to affect respiratory function. In my case, this has been true. It is the only beta blocker I have been able to use without having horrible, debilitating and/or life threatening side effects. It has brought my resting HR down from 120-130 to 80-90.  Now my HR only goes above 120 with strenuous exercise or infections. Side Effects: Cold extremities, slight worsening of asthma symptoms, insomnia if taken within 6 hours of bedtime."


"I was given 5 mg to take the night before a dental visit as I have severe anxiety and 5 mg to take an hour before the appt. I took the 5 mg of Valium in place of my Xanax and within 4 hours was throwing up and having the worst panic attacks. Had to call my doctor for Phenergan to stop the vomiting."


"This pill works but differently to for different bodies. I took it within 24 hours of having unprotected sex . In 5 days I had slight bleeding and thought was a symptom of pill. I was little relived but was waiting for my period to come which I was suppose to get  on 08.20.17 but it didn’t so thought as a side effect probably it will delay and didn’t have any signs  of getting period, like cramps even a week passed.  So I though I am pregnant so I had home test but negative.
But I was not getting period but after 10 days of delay which was yesterday 08.30.17 all of a sudden I had cramps and got my period.I am so happy and relieved So ladies please try to be stress free if you take a pill within 72 hrs it will work!!"


"I've been on it for about 3 years now, side effects like drowsiness are a given, it goes away with time and adjustment. Once you're good on it you'll know, it takes time (as the doctor will tell you). Kind of worried of long term use side effects after reading online but for now it helps. be back with any updates"


"I have used this medicine off and on for 7 years.  All of you who have issues with doing things that you don't remember need to be sure that you are taking it properly.  I have been there and my 24 year old daughter still laughs at the things I have no memory of.. and I own several things I bought at 2 am.

Finally two years ago I found a physician who took the time to explain how this medicine works and it changed everything.  You must be lying in bed, "ready to go to sleep", with no lights on at all.  Ambien shuts down part of your brain and if you are not waiting to fall asleep lying in bed then after you take it the chemical reaction that allows you to fall asleep so easily also keeps you from remembering things you do. Take it properly."


"Just started on Victoza a couple of days ago. So far so good with my numbers. I really wanted to comment on the nausea and loss of appetite which pretty much happens within a day of taking the injection. I am on 1.2 for now. It isn't unbearable just odd feeling. "


"I got my first Panic Attack when I attempted to move away to college. That only lasted 3 months. The symptoms were so bad I was trembling in bed scared to death. I flew home and just left my belongings in my apartment. I went to the doctor and was diagnosed with Panic Disorder and put on Paxil. The Paxil did help me but after being on it for 10 years and 30lbs heavier it stopped working and I was having Panic attacks all day. In and out of emergency rooms and such. My doctor finally put me on Klonopin because I was suicidal. I CAN NOW FUNCTION and I can drive in other peoples cars. I am free to go anywhere. It has saved my life. ONLY TAKE IT AS NEEDED, because of the addictive factor. But I have been on it for 3 years now."


"I was very reluctant when my doctor suggested Seroquel for my condition. I had been on it before as a sleep aid and while it did improve my sleep greatly, I was miserable the next day. This time he wanted me on it round the clock, and it has made a huge difference. It would seem strange that something which makes you drowsy would help depression too, but for me, this seems to have been the case. I've had very little depression since we got up to the full dose. I'm now on Seroquel XR 200mg."


"Went to urgent care for chronic bronchitis and doc gave me Biaxin which I told him it did not work in past...fever elevated two degrees in two days..went back he gave me doxycycline which eventually stopped the yellow mucus production for a few days then right back. I went to my own doctor this morning and she gave me Augmentin. Have an allergy to Avelox. After one dose I can tell this is working better than doxycycline did in two days so definitely recommend."


"Lithium is the best drug for bipolar disorder I've ever seen. I've been on it for about two years and will probably be on it for the rest of my life. I was off of it for 14 months after being on it for a little over a year. The way I felt off it was difference between night and day. My anger anxiety and stress is way less. While I also believe the medicine is not the cure just the basis, I think counselling also works."


"I told my physician that I would no longer take Percocet for my chronic back pain. He suggested I try tramadol and assured me it is not a narcotic. I have been talking the tramadol now for a year and although it is no miracle drug it has managed my pain immensely. I can finally sleep at night and function normally. One down side to the drug for me is if I run out and the withdraw starts it is nasty. Be careful you stop the drug abruptly. Good health to all. Rob"


"Worked great for me. Day two of flu, I was prescribed Tamiflu at 9:30 am. Took my first dose and slept all day. Woke up later in the evening sweating like crazy, took second dose and returned to bed. Woke up on third day feeling about 80% better. Will definitely use again."


"I have had the implanon since dec. 2014 i started out as 127lbs it is now sept 2015 and my weight is now 170, Since I turned 18 I have not had a problem in my weight gain/loss. I haven't changed the amount I excercise or what I eat, this implant makes me constantly hungry, emotional (over the top) and  it very very very hard to keep weight off and to even loose it. Ive tried to diet change my way of eating and nothing has been working. I have always had the same period, i just couldnt remember to take the pill because i wasnt always waking up in the morning at the same time. I am getting this Implant taken out ASAP"


"I have spent a long time trying to find the right cocktail of meds since I was diagnosed with BPD, Bipolar, Depression and anxiety. Currently I'm taking 100mg of Lamactal, 50mg Cymbalta and 50mg of Trazadone. I feel awesome! I'm not as moody, I'm happy. It's a shame that I have to switch medications because I LOVE my mood, however the sexual side effects are just something I cant take. My NP is putting me on Viiebyd instead of the Cymbalta and from reading the reviews, I'm nervous about it. If the new medication dosnt work for me, I will go back to the cocktail I was taking and figure something out with the sexual side effects"


"I was given 2 tablets the first day followed by 1 tablet for the next four days. I was coughing so hard I could not get out of bed. The only thing it did for me, now on day 10, is it eased up the cough so that I did not lose my breath and vomit phlegm but I just called the doctor again today because I am still coughing up very thick Phlegm. It helped but it did not work that great at all. Now the Doctor is calling in Tessalon pearls. We will see if that works."


"I have been taking Gabapentin for four months for post herpetic neuralgia. This medicine has been an absolute miracle for me! I had been prescribed all the usual pain killers - Codeine, Tramadol, Amitriptyline, Ibuprofen with absolutely no effect. I take 400mg of Gabapentin three times a day.  I hope to be able reduce the dosage over the next few months. This is the only medicine that has enabled me to function and work normally. I don't know where I would be without it."


"I have suffered with depression as long as I can remember, high school and since. I'm 30 years old.  I've tried everything to help my depression. Paxil lexpril prozac HTP5 WELBUTRIN and now celexa. Celexa did help more than the other antidepressants bUT still I was suffering from depression. I lost my baby girl doggie who was only 3 years old and was just like my child. My world fell apart and my depression became severe at the worst I ve ever experienced. I went to the doctor to talk about options as the severity of depression was overruling my life. Doc gave me 30 deplin 15 mg capsules samples. In 2 days I felt alive again. I am so grateful. Look up brand direct health and have you dr send your script to them. Much cheaper. 65 $ for 30cap"


"You can't believe everything doctors say. My eye was twitching unbelievably for weeks at a time and they kept saying stop drinking caffeine and its stress. I said it's probably because I have dry eyes. After fighting with the insurance company I was finally able to get Restasis and whala! My twitching ceased. I am so relieved. Life is hard enough why would I have to deal with twitching eye every day. They can sometimes cause them to be a little itchy I use a little allergy drop and I'm fine"


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"I love Viibryd! I suffer from social anxiety and occasional depression. I also have pretty nasty PMS symptoms. This medicine has helped me a ton! I am not snapping at my kids, no longer stressed, and does not effect sex drive. I haven't noticed any food cravings either, so no weight gain like with Celexa! I haven't had any bouts of sadness either, plus I do have more energy. I did have upset tummy first 2 days, then fine. Definitely take with food! Protein and carbs!! Love it!"


"Likes:
- Did not gain any weight, which is what I was most afraid of after reading the reviews. I actually lost 6 pounds by eating healthy food and exercising three times a week.
- Even though I still get my period, I don't get any painful cramps anymore. Anyone who knows what it feels like to be in such pain that all you can do is curl up in a ball, will understand that that's a HUGE benefit.
- It's nice to be able to be spontaneous.

Dislikes:
-I've had some spotting off and on since I got the Nexplanon. It's more annoying than anything else. But it is REALLY annoying."


"Microscopic Colitis: I have already given a review on this medication but I wanted to add important information. The one thing I found is the generic Budesonide (bright pink capsule) does not work well as the brand Entocort EC. (gray and pink) I take whatever the pharmacy has available. This last refill was generic and while on it, all my symptoms returned. Saw my gastro and told him about it and he said he had one other patient that stated generic didn't work for them. He prescribed brand only and it works like a charm. If you find you aren't doing well on the generic, ask for brand. See if it makes a difference. It did for me."


"Had no effect on blood pressure, even after increasing to the maximum prescribing dosage."


"I have had nail fungus on my big toe and two little toes for 10 years. The big toe Nail fell off 4 years ago and I was told by a doctor that it likely won't grow back at all. The nail did grow back but ugly, crooked and still with the fungus. I used all sort of remedies, oil of aregano, tea tree oil, vinegar, mouth wash, nail lacquer and nothing worked. Jublia cleared my Nail entirely in approximately 8 months (I forgot to use it/didnt have prescription here and there). You have to use it daily and apply to nail and surrounding area. My nail is clear and smooth now, I can't believe it! I thought I'd have to deal with it forever. Where I'm at (ontario,canada) it's only 40$ after insurance coverage..not bad compared to others I've tried :)."


"I tried everything up to the point of HRT and finally my doctor gave me gabapentin! My hot flashes were severe and I was having so many of them! The minute I started this medication I had instant relief!!! I love it! I hope it works for you!!"


"I went on this because I was tired of taking pills everyday. Within the 1st dose my periods stopped and I thought Wow this is great. However in the 2 doses that I had I gained 40 pounds. I was on the pills for 7 years and  I had steady weight. If I could go back I would NEVER switched to the Depo Shot. Worst decision ever!"


"Have powerful erections, but suddenly at age 72 began to loose erection during intercourse.  Levitra cured the problem.  Been using it for a year—very effective, although time needed can be 30 minutes to an hour.  Once a week intercourse at age 73 is still routinely necessary to maintain  healthy sexual life."


"Age: 36 Weight: 230 Height: 5'7" Mother of 4 kids, I started Phentermine 37.5mg tabs on 4/17/14. I take half the 37.5mg tab 1/2 hour before breakfast and the other half 1/2 hour before lunch. By taking them this way, it helps curve my appetite for the whole day. I don't have a scale in my house, so I'm not sure how much weight I lost; will find out at my follow up doctor's appointment in 2 weeks. But, I can say that I can tell I lost weight when I look in the mirror and by the way my clothes are fitting more loosely. The only side effects that I have gotten are dry mouth and headache when I don't drink enough water. I seemed to lose the most weight in week 1, I'm sure that was water weight. I'm eating low carb/high protein, but need to exercise more."


"I live in India, 26 years of age, I was suffering from urgency, nocturia, bladder burning sensation. I showed to a urologist, he did many tests including cystoscopy and doubtfully labelled me as Interstitial Cystitis, but was not sure of his diagnosis, so showed to 3 more urologists over the span of next 2 years, who were very casually saying it to be chronic urinary tract infection, urethral stricture as if they didn't even believe in IC's existence(but I believed I had IC), then finally I visited an IC expert in Ahmedabad who confirmed IC. gave me PPS 300mg per day, amitriptyline 10mg per day & hydroxyzine 25 mg per day. I'm 90% relieved within 1.5 months (now taking only PPS), only bananas aggravate my situation. Not doing any restriction on coffee and other items."


"This is my first time on any birth control, it was wonderful. Too bad it's so expensive even with insurance - that would be the one down side."


"Fantastic product, helped immediately with getting rid of the rosacea bumps, drying them up and reducing redness after the first application. Amazing! I wash my face with a mild cleaner, Cerave, apply the Aczone on my whole face at night and only on affected areas in the morning. Am taking a tetracycline antibiotic but will be off of that soon."


"Once the correct dosage was established my anxiety and panic attacks steadily improved. I underwent prolonged treatment due to a nasty relapse after the first round, following the birth of my first child. In the last stretch I was on this medicine for 8 years. Dosage peaked at 150mg and after a couple of years following complete symptoms remission we started dropping the dose VERY gradually. I have been off it for 9 months now. I had only mild adjustment side effects when starting the medicine: headache and nausea - both transient. During treatment I had very low libido and poor apetite. Over time, while initial symptoms positively disappeared, I became more irritable but doctor did not attribute this to the medicine but circumstance/nature"


"I had read a lot of bad reviews about Implanon so I got the Patch and had a bad experience with it: weight gain + feeling bloated ALL the time. Knowing I couldn't trust myself with a daily pill, I tried the implant. After 6 months, I've had a great experience so far with some minor setbacks. No weight gain, no acne, best of all no bloating! (I don't really workout much but eat generally healthy.) However-my periods have been sort of crazy- I get a regular (pretty light) period every month but sometimes it lasts longer than I anticipate. When I was off BC my periods were like 4 days tops. This month my period lasted for 4 weeks!! It's an annoyance but not a terrible issue. Every BODY is different-the only way to know is if you try it."


"I take this for migraine pain relief - it works well taking away what I call the " bad feeling" of having a migraine. That awful painful feeling and allows it to be tolerable as  just a headache. In combination with my migraine medicine, it will take the whole headache and I don't usually have a rebound headache afterwards."


"Took this a little after 48 hours of unprotected sex and felt absolutely no side effects, maybe a stomach ache but I took it at night so I didn't notice any sleepiness or dizziness. I'd recommend it over pregnancy any day."


"I have been on this medication for about a year. Previously, was  on BeYaz and Yaz (both of which have terrible reviews but personally I loved both). The Blisovi is free with my insurance and is why I switched.  I am in the same boat with everyone else that has been taken this...not happy. I've experienced weight gain, tender boobs and, a supper spotty period. No tampon needed but maybe a lite one every now and again.  I just can't stand not know if I'm going to spot and having to wear panty-liners everyday is really annoying.  Long story short I am stuck with this until I have new insurance or cough up a fee every month for Yaz again.
 Good Luck Ladies"


"It has been great! I have had mine in a little over 3 months now and I have no had ache, headaches or periods. However, I have had mood swings and every once in a while a little spotting whenever I wipe nothing crazy that's something I can handle. I love it"


"I started march 18 slight headache but it sure did curb my appetite.I wasn't hungry but i sure thought n talked about food n soda how I want to indulge but didnt ,couldnt contrave wouldn't let me.Until this evening I was doing well I was on a no carb low fat until I ate a sandwich, feeling guilty. But you know  what I didnt binge I didn't even drink that ice cold pepsi I kind of feel good Maybe my body needed the sandwich .Its way less food I've been eating I do recommend contrave. Week 2 soon I will keep you inform . I also had a gastric bypass and gained 40 lbs back. But now I'm on my way to good health"


"I have been taking Wellbutrin XL for over 3 years. The reason for my review is recently I've been feeling  more "down" lately and wondering whether this drug has run its course with me. Before Wellbutrin I was taking Effexor and it made me feel fantastic. I stopped Effexor because the longer I took it the more side effects it had. If I didn't take Effexor at the same time each day or god forbid- forget it, I would be dizzy and sweating. I like Wellbutrin because I don't feel any side effects. No weight gain, no sexual disfunction. I would like to find another drug for depression that works well and has little side effects. Any suggestions?"


"I am in my 30s and I have glaucoma, with very high eye pressure. My doctor considered surgery, but decided to try latanoprost first. I am so glad he did because these drops work very well to lower my eye pressure. They don't make my eyes burn, like some of the other drops that my doctor used to prescribe. Also, they keep my eyes from being red in the morning and they keep me from getting pressure headaches. The primary negative is that I will have to use them for the rest of my life."


"Have suffered chronic knee and lower back pain for 10 years   severe osteoarthritis of both knees and have torn and bulging discs, age 42. I am so grateful to the locum who initially prescribed oxycontin 12 months ago (now 20mg x 2) - a prescription for the first time which has lessened the pain and at last improved my quality of life. I was very reluctant to try an 'opiate', and remain on a lower dose by choice. For me the side effects and fear of becoming dependent is far outweighed by the relief provided. All medicines can be abused, and can have side effects - its a fine balance, but genuine chronic pain suffers must not be denied an effective treatment."


"I have crohn's disease and started methotrexate in conjunction with my remicade treatments, as it was supposed to lessen the chance of developing antibodies to remicade.  The biggest effect this drug had on me was psychologically.  I became severely depressed (absolutely no history of depression), when I started have some suicidal thoughts I knew I had to stop it (took drug for just 3 months).  As soon as I stopped (but continued with remicade) all those symptoms stopped.  For me it was one of the scariest drugs I've ever been on and I wanted to put this here, while these side effects seem rare, this was definitely a side effect of taking methotrexate for me, and there may be others."


"The pain of this medication is worser than the yeast infection
Day one was horrible lol the burning lasted me 2 hours however I woke up feeling a lil better
Day 2 wasn't as bad as day 1 the pain lasted one hour or so. I woke up feeling much better and it feels like the yeast infection is gone. I assume the burning is what kills the infection
Today is gonna be day 3 and if I'm good by tomorrow than I must say the pain was worth it !!"


"I found myself drifting into la la land within 10 minutes. Thanks Aleve!"


"I ended up in the ER for serious pains after vomiting for over 24 hours, feeling like a case of severe food poisoning. I realized my lower abdomen was swollen and warm to the touch. When I pushed on it, I felt a sharp pain in my uterus. Doctors took an ultrasound and couldn't locate it at first because it had moved from the original position, perforating my uterus. They were able to surgically remove it, thankfully. I would not recommend anyone get one."


"I have been taking Alli for approximately 2 weeks now. I weighed in and seemed to have gained weight. I am 5'1 ,158 lbs starting weight. I now weigh 166 lbs. I try to watch what i eat but have a very hard time. this product is recommended for those with excellent self control. i do however know that the product is working as they say it will due to the change in bowel movements."


"I am taking Percocet 10's 4 x a day for severe back pain (post 2 spinal fusions, sciatica in both legs and 3 knee surgeries). I am having a partial knee replacement in 4 weeks. This medicine works great, with only one exception, it causes severe sweating, mostly at night."


"I love Zoloft. I struggled with severe panic arrays associated with driving and social interactions also I had mild depression. What I will say is find the right dosage for you and don't be afraid to talk about increasing the dosage if it's not working after a few months. I did lose my appetite for a while initially. Also, do not abruptly stop taking it that spiraled me into a severe depression."


"I got my period a week after nexplanon was inserted into my arm march 2015. Then I didn't have a period for a year and a half... I got a Pap smear two months ago and ever since then I've been getting my period. It's extremely heavy, painful, tender breasts. I've experienced all of the side effects of this birth control and it's not fun. The only plus side is not having to remember to take a pill everyday. The worst part is the random heavy periods but it seems like everyone is experiencing this. My doctor told me it was normal!"


"I've had this birth control for about 3 months, no problem. No mood swings, no drastic weight gain, acne etc. The insertion was quick and healed rather fast. The only thing was my body had to adjust to it the first couple of days after insertion.  I had minor stomach cramps (coming from a person who never had menstrual cramps) . Definitely satisfied with nexplanon so far- I often time forget its in my arm."


"I took Tri Nessa for three years and then switched to Tri Sprintec when I moved to a different state. I noticed that I had increased cramping on Tri Sprintec but otherwise it was relatively the same.

Its seems as though a lot of the reviews on this site deal with individuals in their first few weeks and months of taking the contraceptive. Although Tri Sprintec may not have been for them, it seems as though the side effects of weight gain and mood swings are most common whenever taking new forms of contraceptive.

Taking Tri Sprintec has been a relatively positive experience for me."


"Cholesterol numbers are in the normal range for the first time EVER. I take it with Livalo (the cost for both medications is horrible and are Tier 4 meds on insurance formulary list).

Only side effect is perspiration comes in waves (not all the time) and has the odor of garbage. Bathing is the only solution for this problem. Deodorants only work for a short period after a "sweat" episode."


"I am starting my third pack of this pill.  I am conflicted regarding it because it has reduced my anxiety and levelled my emotions wonderfully, but at the cost of having six day periods with only seven days of no period in between the next one.  I'm having two periods a month and I'm getting quite annoyed with having to buy tampons constantly.   The periods are not what I would consider breakthrough bleeding as they are not light and require extra absorbent tampons for the first few days.

I believe I have increased hunger and water retention on this pill as well.  I have gone from a stable 129lbs to 136lbs.

I am so happy with how level and calm I am on it...but fourteen days of bleeding a month is a steep price to pay for it."


"I have been on several different kinds of birth control. Pills, nuva ring, implanon, spermicides, condoms. All the hormones were too much for my body to handle, eventually I had to quit trying. I had my implanon removed after a year and a half of nonstop bleeding and suffering from severe vertigo and headaches, and depression.  So I went to my doctor and expressed my concerns. She prescribed this to me and I was SO reluctant to take them. I honestly expected the worst. The first month was rough, not going to lie... My body was adjusting. I was dizzy and nauseous, a lot. But then.. It all stopped. My body regulated and I couldn't be happier with this choice! My period is on time every month and it is SUPER light the whole time. It's amazing."


"When I first started taking this medicine, it was not working and I was upset that I switched from the Roxicontin 30s. I changed back to my original script but a new doctor convinced me to try the Opana once again. I took the doctor's advice and this time it worked-actually quite well. I am virtually pain free and able to play with my kids again."


"Not pregnant! Took the pill about 30 mins after he failed to pull out, and made sure to eat some food and drink water with it. I started reading the reviews and was more worried about the side effects than the possible baby. I had a very mild headache for the next two days, then got my period 5 days later, which was two weeks early. It was a rather weird and painful period and now my hormones and period schedule are a bit off but it went much better than I thought it would."


"Been on this medication 15 days; noticed after 7 days a drop in sexual performance; after 14 days a complete inability to get an erection."


"The pink coated prenatal made me nausious. I switched to these G12 prenatals last week. My nausea disappeared. I took these vitamins 3 years ago. They worked wonders for my hair and nails."


"I got this implant a few days after my period, Oct. 7 .. then 2 weeks into having the implant, I got my period again. So I had 2 periods within a 2 week span. The period with the implant, lasted almost 2 weeks. It went away about a week ago, but I now have the feeling like I'm going to get my period again. Ladies, you know the feeling you get in your lower stomach when that time of the month is coming. But I don't understand; like am I going to keep getting my period every 2 weeks???? Nobody wants to deal with that. Another side effect I got is an increase in my appetite. I eat ALL day long. Needless to say, if I get my period again within the next week or so, I'm going to make an appointment to have this removed."


"At first I thought I had found a *miracle medicine* for my schitzoaffective disorder, as I was waking up early each morning with energy. Over time I noticed an increasingly strong yet underlying feeling of anxiety, which led me to have constant severe panic attacks. At one point I had to leave the mall as I had such a feeling of anxiety, terror and paranoia washing over me. If you are prone to anxiety or paranoia steer clear as you will likely feel out of control on this medication, especially at the doses above 10mg."


"It's rather early for me to be rating this product considering it has been just under 2 weeks since I started it. However, I am very pleased with it so far. I was on Vivelle Dot for about 4 months and after the first month, all my symptoms came back. I have just started this patch and so far it is wonderful! I feel a million times better, my hair is better, no more hot flashes and I'm starting to sleep again! The only complaint I have is that the patch is HUGE and it's thick and beige rather than small and clear like Vivelle. But at this point, I could care less what it looks like as long as it works! "


"Previously on Bydueron, which worked really well! Unfortunately, my insurance stopped covering it. Tried Trulicity..made me sick. Started Tanzeum in April 2016, and my numbers have gotten worse, I've gained 15 lbs and it's making feel down. I will be asking my doctor to put me back on Bydureon and hopefully the insurance will cover."


"I have been on Belviq for about three weeks and have lost about 12 lbs...not bad!  This is not a magic pill, but it is definitely helping control how much I eat. But to be honest, I am overweight because I like to eat and like the taste of food...especially sweets. It doesn't keep me from eating when I "want" to eat something whether I am hungry or not. It still takes willpower to lose pounds. If you are determined to discipline yourself to diet, then this pill will help you. If you are expecting to lose weight by only taking this pill and not changing your eating habits, you probably won't lose weight. I will continue to take it because I am losing weight, but I am also disciplining myself to eat right."


"I've had vague lower leg pain for years that was getting worse each year to the point that it was constant all day long.  I was taking 1600 mg of ibuprofen a day.  I finally mentioned this to a doctor who thought it might be nerve pain and prescribed gabapentin 3 times a day.  It worked almost immediately.  It decreased my dosage to twice a day and it still works.  "


"My wife started taking Adipex in December of 2014, she finished it up through April 2015 and went from 187 lbs to 152 lbs.  She kept to the same 1200 calorie diet she has always done for almost two years, and she works out on a variety of fitness classes to running an hour on a treadmill 3-4 times a week.

It is 6/14/15 and I weigh 288 lbs and I am 5'10". I work out 4-5 times a week doing exercises like basketball twice a week for two hours and running two other times a week and lifting twice a week. So I am at the gym 5-6 times a week.  Now that it is summer I plan on working out for an hour in the morning 3 times a week of cardio and lift at night."


"I have used this medicine for years to control the seasonal outbreak of eczema.  It works with one application.  Truly an amazing product for the price.  I wouldn't be without it."


"I been on sprintec for about 3 weeks and it works great and my period is reg. I have not been sick or had any negative side effects at all. But, my acne have been clearing up, decrease of appetite, and a little moody for the first four hours after I taken the pill. I love this birth control since the ring made me really sick, gain weight, intense headaches, and made me bleed for two months straight at a time. I would recommend that you eat something before taking the pill to avoid headaches. Other than that it isn't all bad for me. I think everyone need to experience it for themselves instead of believing everything you hear or read because every experience is different. I had read over half of these reviews before I decided to take sprinte"


"I've been on the pill for 15 days and it definitely curbs my appetite but issue is I have gained weight not lost. I eat maybe 1000-1200 in take a day."


"This is for the insertion only.
Don't listen to the reviewers that say the insertion is excruciating. I read all the horror stories on the internet and waited to get the mirena for 2 years because of them.
I finally got it today and the pain wasn't as severe as I thought. It was some weird, intense cramps and uncomfortable pressure and stopped as soon as the doctor was finished and I've experienced NOTHING since. The sensation lasted for maybe 3 minutes total, I couldn't believe how quick the procedure was. Worrying about the pain was the worst part. I was able to sit up right away (no dizziness or nausea) and drive myself around running errands. I've had some minor spotting since but that's about it.
I'm 28 with no kids. I took 3 advil."


"Accutane is amazing for severe acne, I had back acne for around 2 years it wasn't to bad for the first year but then it started to get very bad and embarrassing the second. I was pretty depressed and I tried everything, So I did some research on some medication. That's when I was told about accutane. I knew about the risks but I needed to have my confidence back so I decided to start it. The first month nothing happened, Second Month Little bit of a change, and the third month was incerdible, I only had allitle bit of pimples on my back but mostly just scars. I am going on my fourth month soon and I hope that I will perfectly clear. My side effects were dry skin on my face and chapped lips and that is it. No depression."


"Panic disorder patients should look into a low dose of Klonopin."


"Received my second shot and am completely clear from chronic psoriasis. No side effects, can't believe the results happened so quickly. I am so happy, I am rid of this terrible disease."


"2 weeks ago I had a severe psychotic break despite both Abilify and Geodon. To avoid hospitalization, my doctor and I usually add Zyprexa, but I wanted to avoid the rapid weight gain, though it is otherwise a miracle drug. This time we tried Latuda. Within about 5 days my thoughts were much clearer, my energy higher, mood brighter. Overall Latuda seemed the medication I had been looking for: Zyprexa without side effects: no weight gain and no extreme sedation (in fact the opposite): I sleep fine at night. I do at times take a little Ativan, at night but not always. And I wake in the morning eager to rise and meet whatever the day brings. In short, I haven't felt better and more hopeful than this is a very long while."


"Have used both Cialis and Levitra, both work really well for me. Get a bit of flushing and some dyspepsia with Levitra and less so with Cialis. What I love about Levitra is the rapid onset of action probably within 30mins but I tend to allow 45-60 mins for optimal effect. What I get is a really stiff erection of the sort I used to get when I was 16 or 17, and my penis feels hot and with more prominent veins. It is a great feeling for me and my partner. I often use a daily Cialis in 5mg dose which is like a slow burn, my penis feels slightly aroused at all times, with some residual tumescence all the time. Again a pleasant feeling. And from there I can get erect with little problem. Not as instant as Levitra though."


"I am also one of those people who seem to be allergic to everything and always suffering. My doctor recommended this and I've only been on it for a few days but it is already a game changer for me. The true test will be cedar season but I feel confident I will be okay. Thankful for the discount card!!"


"I had horrible anxiety attacks last fall, to the point that I thought I would just rather die then have a life like that. It took me over 2 months to try Zoloft, and it was the best decision I ever made. The first week was filled with an even higher level of anxiety, but it didn't last throughout the day, and in the evening I started to feel normal. After about 2 to 3 weeks, I was completely back to normal, and I was upped to 100mg/day. I don't think I needed quite that much, but I followed doctors orders from 25 to 50 to 100 in the 3 weeks time. I am now taking 50mg every other day, (because I'm feeling so good, I keep forgetting to take it). It's been over 6 months, and I feel fantastic."


"I was diagnosed diabetic about eighteen months ago and started out taking metformin and glyburide. I've done okay with my diet since the beginning but I don't always have control over how much activity I get during the day due to my job so my numbers were all over the place, both up and down, all the time. I thought that was part of being a diabetic, but I knew I had to talk to my doctor again when I dropped down to 38 one morning and almost fainted at work. He took me off metformin and glyburide and put me on Janumet, and now it's much easier to maintain an even and predictable glucose level even with unpredictable levels of activity during the day. I like taking only one pill at a time too. I've not been troubled with side effects."


"Prescribed this by pain management doctor along with Roxy 15 mg. Made very sleepy- seeing no improvement with back pain/ leg pain over just taking the Roxy. Side effects are just too many for the slight relief it may have given."


"I started on brintellix titrating up to 20mg, which worked, but made me feel removed and outside of the world. My insurance decided to stop covering it and so we decided to jump medications. I started fetzima 80mg, the equivalent to the brintellix 20mg. I cannot really comment of the side effects as I'm withdrawing from the brintellix. I have excessive sweating, but I'm not sure if it's withdraws or side effects. I'll update in a few weeks. I can say that I feel more energized and happy. My anxiety is gone and I'm hoping in a few weeks I will have adjusted."


"I went on gabapentin for alcoholism that troubled me for 10 years when nothing including Alcoholics Anonymous barely worked. I read anecdotal information that it helped with alcoholism, went on 600mg twice daily and it was the first thing that helped me. Now I take 1200mg twice daily and find it works great!

Afterwards I read a study in the Journal of American Medicine, Gabapentin in Alcohol Dependance, 2014 that confirmed it works well in many people for cravings and binge drinking.

This medicine should be further studied to confirm it works well. On this site it is obvious it helps a lot of people struggling with alcoholism which I have, along with Bipolar Disorder. I call Gabapentin my" happy pills" that also takes away my anxiety."


"This was the second birth control prescribed to be after I had the nexplanon (very much disliked it). After 3 months of taking it I had to stop. I never have had anxiety in my life until this pill. It was to the point where it was hard to sleep. Decrease in sex drive. And huge migraines. The only reason I give it 3 stars is due to how light and short my periods were. Other than that, no good for me!!"


"My first dose of fluconazole worked fine, BUT I started noticing red bumps on my arms and legs. At first I thought it was from my razor but a few days later after I took my 2 dose, it got WORSE. I'm itchy all over my body and the red bumps are everywhere on my arms, hands, and my whole legs. It's really irritating and probably the worst side effect I've experienced. But my yeast infection is gone. Just the skin breakouts killing me now. :("


"I love this pill and I'm surprised it has so many poor reviews on this website, but I guess it really goes to show you that it's all about finding a form of birth control that works for you. For me, Mononessa is just that. PROS: Cheap (I only pay about $10/month, but I was getting it free for a while) with no negative emotional or mental effects (I find this pill actually increases my mood!). I used to have extremely painful cramps on the first two days of my period, but that pain has dramatically decreased since taking this pill. Lingering acne on my face has also vanished. CONS: Occasional light spotting with a small breakout a week or so before period. I have gained a few extra pounds, but I've managed most of it with diet and exercise."


"This medication is incredible! Like the other reviewers on this site, I suffered from severe sweating since I was a young child. After using this medication, I found that my sweating was reduced by 90%, if not more. The very mild side effects, a tingling or itching after using the medication, is well worth the piece of mind and joy of living life sweat free. There are still times when I find myself a little sweaty, but over all I am incredibly impressed with this medication and it is life changing. I would highly recommend this to anyone with a sweating issue.

Heads up - this medication can take up to a few weeks to fully kick in. You also have to play around with it to find out how much you need and how often you should reapply."


"I am a 54 year old male and experienced erectile dysfunction for many years. T levels were about 80 although I work out regularly and carry a fair amount of muscle. Dr put me on Testim for about a year and my levels went up to about 400 but the gel smells terrible, takes a long time to dry and is sticky when dry. Dr then recommended I try Fortesta. It comes in a pressurized pump that is easy to apply on your thighs. It dries within seconds and has no smell at all! Within a few days, I started to feel stronger during weight training and experienced more vivid dreams. After 6 weeks, T levels were almost 800! I had also tried the T implant, called Testopel, but I like Fortesta better. I do shower before bed to avoid transmitting to wife."


"Despite my weight/exercise habits, I have genetically high blood pressure and cannot take birth control with estrogen.

The first two injections are the most difficult due to the spotting and bloating - seems to be the case for many. What I found to help is incorporating a large amount of soy/flaxseed into my diet - it completely stopped the spotting. I suppose the plant estrogens in both help when you're not getting estrogen from BC.

I haven't experienced any moodiness or hair loss like some complain about.

I take extra calcium/magnesium/vitamin D as bone density is a concern on this shot long term."


"Before Ritalin I was constantly snapping at my husband and I was never able to concentrate at work.  After taking it I have turned into a new person!  I am able to relax and for once feel calm.   My husband said that since I started taking it I haven't been as moody.  I am also able to complete my work projects in a timely manner."


"Trazodone works great for me. I was put on a Prozac for anxiety/depression issues, and Trazodone also for my anxiety related sleep issues. I've been using it for about 8 months now. I take 50mg every night, and I sleep great through the night and feel great the next day. Sometimes if I've had too much caffeine during the day or have something really important happening the next day I'll take a whole pill (100mg.) The 100mg does make me a little drowsy but it usually wears off by mid morning. When I first started taking it I did get dry mouth and had some stomach problems (which could have been caused by the Prozac) but those went away after the first month. It has really helped my anxiety levels and ensures I get a good nights sleep."


"Most dr. Recommend for heavy dose over two week taper I started with a half 8mg sub and decreased over 7 days on the 7th day I only took 1/16 of a sub and that was it with help from Xanax and 420 was able to make the 14 days needed for the shot but still didn't feel amazing but was getting there the only negative about the shot is that I have bad stomach pains for the first two shots already which last time I was just tired for the first 2 shots i am wondering if anyone else gets this stomach pain all day and all night"


"Zipsor (diclofenac) for Shoulder Pain: Weeks of over the counter non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs, a steroid shot, both shoulders X-rayed and MRI, a steroid pack for 5 days. The MD this morning said to get blood work done for auto-immune checks and an OV with the surgeon.  He then gave me 4 days of Zipsor 4 per day, and after this morning's tablet, it helped with the pain.  Now at 4:30PM, it is time for tablet #2.  Good Results - Thanks!"


"I am 44 and never needed anything until my current girlfriend. She is so hot I was actually intimidated by her and caused sexual anxiety for me. I know sounds weird. Got on 20mg and was told to take half but take the whole thing. The effects last 36 hours and hard as a rock. Also can go for as long as you want without climax. No side effects."


"before my body adjusted i had really bad mood swings. when my first cycle on the pill came around it was a little unsettling to say the least. bad cramping. inconsistent dark blood. menstruation is no longer a hassle though as its practically stopped completely. no mood swings. no change in appetite. less acne. you might not match this pill if you continue to yeild undesirable results."


"It really helped my skin irritation. Cleared it up in 2-3 weeks. Works great."


"I have been on this medication for a very long time, but yet every time I go to my doctor, my bp is just as high as ever.
Instead of taking  me off and trying something else, which btw, I have been on dozens over the years.
She just increases the dosage.
I feel like I am carrying a backpack on my back loaded with heavy rocks.
It drains my energy.
That is why I dont take it first thing in the am, because I walk and if I take this first, I feel so slow, I feel like sitting down.
I guess these drugs are designed this way, but it is not a good thing for anyone who wants to be active.
I try to eat healthy, gave up salt, and soda and just try to exercise when I can.
I am going to the doc today and I just took this med, I want to see what my bp "


"Been on this drug for almost 4 weeks now and I'm thinking of coming off.  I'm taking it for depression, generalized anxiety, and bulimia.  The first week was great--it took away most of my appetite, including my binge urges.  After about a week, they returned.  I still experience some nausea and so I've been taking the drug before bed.  My mood and anxiety aren't any better and I'm experiencing sexual side effects and feeling more drowsy. I think I may also be experiencing some emotional blunting."


"My eye pressure still varies from 14 to 36.  Combigan did not work for me."


"Just started June 13 day 2 no side effects so far
Wish me luck trying to lose 60 lbs"


"Good"


"I was prescribed Metronidazole 500 MG 1 tablet every 12 hours for 7 days. Didn't work for me. Symptoms never even seemed to lessen while I was taking the medication. Then I read that it could take a few days for symptoms to disappear. Well I finished 12/17 and today is 12/29, still having a lot of discharge. Calling my new ObGyn today to get to the bottom of this. All this happened during my search for a new ObGyn LOL, sure hope the new one prescribes me something that works!"


"Stadol works great for migraine's. The only bothersome side effect that I've noticed is that after you take it, it doesn't make you really sleepy but you still feel like you have to close your eyes. Otherwise, this drug is a lifesaver for migraine sufferers."


"I opted the depo shot when I was 16. I was horrible at remembering to take medicine on time so I chose the shot. This is my experience. I can only speak for me.
I got the shot in May 2006. Stayed on track of the shot due to the reminder I had a Dr's appointment on such and such day. I had light, 3 day periods. Never a day longer, never a day shorter. I had no weight gain. I had no cramps. I had no breakouts. I did not experience any dizziness, shortness of breath, or headaches. I didn't lose my appetite. I had no troubles.
Then, like a genius, when I turned 18 I chose to get off the shot which was due in February. By April I had a positive pregnancy test.
Wasn't hard for my body to change from even after almost 2 years."


"This is my fourth month on this medication and my 7th period. I was originally asking about birth control methods that would keep me from having my period every month and was told by my doctor that I could continue onto a second pack, skipping the week of fake pills and that should prevent my period. After that didn't work the first time I decided to just take it normally, but that's when my period started happening every other week. I have been abnormally emotional, but until I read the other reviews on this site I never thought to blame this medication. I'm normally a very subdued person who deals with my problems internally, these last few months I've been incredibly emotional and sensitive, crying a lot. I have had some extra acne too."


"I have been taken it for 3 weeks.
So far, so good! I was put on BC because I have severe Endometriosis and every single day of my life, I would have severe cramps. Period or not, they were always there. SO- I started BC.
I started the active pill on Day 3 of my last period and it stopped it immediately (that was the plan) which is amazing, and means that it's doing what it should.
With Endo, my hormones are very out of whack-- so the first few days felt like I was going through menopause. Hot flashes, cold chills, nausea, irritability-- then extremely hungry and happy all in a matter of minutes. For days. It's SO much better now, and I'm very happy to be on it.
Also, I have no noticeable weight gain! That was my biggest fear!"


"Medicine was supposed to curve my depression. All it did was spike my mania. My doctor did tell me this so beware if you have bipolar disorder and are in a manic phase this medicine could spike your mania making it worse."


"I've been on Concerta for about 2 months now. While the effect is much more gradual compared to the "hitting a brick wall at 100mph" effect Aderall gave me, there were some negative aspects. The first week I was a little shaky, which I also had with the other medicines I've tried (Vyvanse, Aderall, Ritalin). First dose always seems to make me feel really depressed and sick, then the next day I feel much better after my dose. Unfortunately, after the first month of use I've built up a strong tolerance to it and it doesn't work for me anymore. Thinking about trying a higher dosage."


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


"I've taken Concerta on and off since I was 9 so 11 years now. I've taken every ADHD pill ever made and this one is by far the best out of them all. It has helped me a lot in life. I was able to focus in school and I always had good grades. If you miss a dose you can definitely feel it both mentally and physically.  I was able to graduate at the age of 16 and start working full time. I'm not sure where I would be In life without this truly amazing pill. I would recommend to anyone who would benefit from it."


"I was px to combat hot flushes (had breast cancer,mastectomy,chemo). Result was no hot flushes - brilliant however discontinued after one day as side effects - dizziness, muzzy head, overwhelming nausea. I felt awful and will suffer the hot flushes rather than take one more of these."


"I feel great so far. I have been taking the medicine for 2 months. At first, I felt overheated, hungry for carbs and very sleepy, but after about a week, that wore off. I have a lot less anxiety  and have not felt irritable. I was dwelling on negative/ paraniod thoughts before taking the medicine. Now, I have those thoughts much less often and it is easier to switch gears and think of something else. I did gain 10 pounds the first 2 weeks, but have since lost that weight by walking and not snacking between meals. I feel like I am less stressed out so I eat better now."


"Have been taking Ranexa for 6 months (as of 10/29/2015) - 500mg twice daily. Pretty much worthless. Still have chest pains; still using nitro pills"


"Excellent fast acing and long acting pain medicine without nausea and vomiting associated with most all other pain medications."


"I am 60 and taking nitrofurantin for the first time. My urinary tract infection was totally out of control. In two days I feel a lot better not 100% I FEEL VERY TIRED, A BIT CONFUSED like I am sleepy after getting 8 hours sleep. I am avoiding exercise today. I do have asthma so my breathing is more stressed from this. I had a headache and vision problems."


"Started having grand mal seizures about 4 or 5 years ago. I've been on Keppra for awhile now the 1st two drugs made me way too tired. I get headaches everyday and sometimes "flip out" (get really mean and mad) easily. I never thought it could be from the Keppra but now I wonder if it is. I have been seizure free though which is worth it to me!"


"I've been on this pill for about 9 months. So far I'm not pregnant, so it's been effective in that avenue, but I've gained 15 lbs, my breasts are tender and sensitive most of the time and they've increased in size from a C cup to DD. My acne is only marginally better, my periods have been irregular, I'm moody, weepy at times, and I have NO sex drive. I still have some pelvic pain, and I don't sleep, which is weird because I also take Singulair, which causes drowsiness. In the first three months I had daily morning-sickness-like nausea, but this has tapered off, and happens only on the first day or so of my pill cycle."


"I started using sertraline back in August 2014. After the initial side effects of high panicking and anxiety , which was why I was put the drug in the 1st place, the drug certainly helped me get back to a healthy state of mind. But like an idiot , after 6 months I thought I could tackle the world on my own again and dropped to 25mg a day for 4 weeks. Then stopped altogether. Big mistake. 3 weeks later bang, high anxiety kicked in and stress. So I'm back on 50mg a day for at least the next 6 months.  Not that there is any problem with going back on it, more like a wake up to myself not too get carried with recovery.  Enjoy the good times and the help sertraline can give. Got to put up with a few side effects of going back on them........."


"Well today is day 4 and as of today I am 1 day smoke-free I know it said I can smoke up until seven days but I ran out of cigarettes and I decided not to get anymore and to be honest I don't even have the urge to smoke I thought it would be really hard to quit I have tried the patches  really didn't like the way that  it made me feel  asked the doctor for help and she gave me Chantix hopefully I won't have to go no longer than the 12 weeks thank you not only for me but for my four boys   What a wonderful way to start the new year smoke-free"


"I was on orthotricyclen which really cleared my skin but my new doctor decided to switch Bc on me to trinessa and I've been getting more than the typical one or two on my cheeks. And I never break out on my forehead but I started to with trinessa. Trinessa is horrible in helping acne!!"


"I went with the Nexplanon when I was bout 10 weeks post partum because it is one of the few birth controls that are safe while breastfeeding and I had the Implanon for the full 3 years prior to being pregnant and loved it. Well I hate the Nexplanon... ever since I got it put in my arm I have been gaining weight and haven't been able to lose it no matter what I do, my acne has never been worse, my anxiety has never been higher and the mood swings are terrible. I will not recommend this to anyone anymore. I have called and its scheduled to be removed next week."


"It's awesome"


"This really helps me not to cough and I cam get some sleep. Works wonderfully."


"I was prescribed gabapentin for severe pain in the cervical spine due to cervical dystonia, cervical facet arthritis, degenerative disk disease, and shoulder trigger points. I was told to start with 300 mg 3X day, and work up to 900 mg 3X day or more. The first week I was told to only take 300 mg per night for a few days to get used to it, and then build up to 900. By the end of the first week I hit 900 per day, which I was supposed to stay on for a week or so and then go up some more. Once I hit 900 mg I became very confused. I couldn't speak correctly (word finding problems) and began to get easily disoriented. I became seriously lost in places I am very familiar with. I never did experience any pain relief."


"I am 18, 125 lbs, never had sex before this & was not on birth control and this pill worked for me. The condom broke and to be sure we made a midnight Walmart run for this pill. I took it about 2 hours after the accident & I was freaking out and researching everything possible. Four days later I started my period for the second time that month. I have never been so happy to have cramps. This pill worked for me and I really think it will work for you too!"


"I've had IBS-D for over 25 years, I've had many embarrassing moments over the years and the disease has limited my lifestyle most of the time. Immodium helps but not always, I finally got the point where I could not deal with this anymore, there are things I want to do that I can't because I've always got to be near a bathroom. I finally got a referral to a digestive health clinic to get this figured out. After many tests and conversations with the doc we settled on some diet changes and this new drug Viberzi. I've only taken the drug for a few days, but I am already seeing great results, I hope they continue for a long time. I'm not having the urgency I had before, I'm down to one BM a day now and feeling much better."


"Caused breathing problems."


"I've been using Pristiq for two and half months to control my chronic ear pain and depression.  Like most antidepressants there are side-effects.  Looking back it wasn't always easy, but I would do it again."


"I've had my thyroid removed 10 months ago and I started taking the lowest dose of Levothyroxine (generic) six weeks after the surgery. I had my blood work done and dosage adjusted every six weeks until I ended up at 137 mcg daily, 5 months after the surgery. Then I switched to Synthroid brand. All this adjusting was done by an endocrinologist. I feel great, definitely much better than before the surgery when I suffered from severe hyperthyroidism. I did gain some weight right after the surgery but once the dosage was correct, I was able to lose the pounds easily. All of my other symptoms (hair loss, abnormal sweating, fatigue) were gone once the dosage was correct. The right dosage is extremely important."


"I went to see my doctor about inflammation to my throat and a slight bit of congestion in the mornings. He prescribed Nasonex. What a relief. Although my symptoms are probably slight compared to most others, this product was easy to use and effective without the harsh chemical feel or taste associated with other nasal medications. Instead of two sprays per nostril, I have elected to use just one spray in each nostril and found my symptoms relieved.

If your opinion of nasal sprays are anything like mine used to be, give Nasonex a try for your seasonal allergies."


"I'm going to make this short and simple
Pros: felt better within the month of taking it
slowed my bulimia way down.
CONS: had to up the dosage a month ago. So fare so good. I yawned the first 2 weeks straight all day long but its over now.
ive been taking it for 2 months now and i love it! im 24 years old and have had my deppression and bulimia for 13 years and i have never felt this good.
also im on 1mg of klonopin(clonazapam) at night. i like that too.
hope this helps"


"I had the Mirena put in about a year ago and have recently had it removed! It almost caused a divorce. I had mood swings, depression, acne, tired but couldn't sleep. I also had ovarian cysts that had me in the emergency room. I felt like I was pregnant. I kept feeling flutters like a baby. I have now seen other women felt that way too. I removed it at home. I just pulled the strings and it popped out. No pain or bleeding. I have had it out for about a week now and feel fabulous!!"


"While some give high ratings, I cannot. Within a week of starting it, it gave me what seemed like full-day long panic attacks and I wept for hours. I would later find out it was akathisia which wreaked havoc on my anxiety and paranoia. Not for me!"


"Painful insertion do to tilted uterus no spotting and back pain, should have went for hysterectomy"


"I try to avoid going on these forums because they always give me anxiety about the new medication I am trying out. I have let this forum make me think that side affects were happening to me that really weren't in the past.

Seroquel is amazing. I have Bi Polar and Seroquel was not out when I was first diagnosed. I started on it May of 2016 and I have had to increase my dose 100mg since then and it has changed my life. Seroquel has given me the ability to start to live my life more the way I want to live it. I wanted to  post that here to not discourage someone who is starting out on it.

My psychiatrist heard about this from one of the top Bi Polar doctors in the world speak at Harvard. This drug is wonderful and so helpful."


"I've used the 0.025% cream for about two weeks now. I use it on my bum cheeks for KP and on a spot in on my forehead for cystic acne. I did not experience any purging, just dry skin. It works and great and pimples vanish overnight. Literally. I felt a cystic pimple coming on and used the cream. It was gone the next morning."


"Hey everyone. So I have been taking birth control for the last 8 years for my period. I was having a period every two weeks so I was put on the pill when I was 13. I am 21 years old now. I got put on Tri-nessa about two years ago. I don't remember the name of my birth control before then. But it worked so well for me, cleared my acne, easy periods, no problems....until last week. I got admitted into the hospital on Friday for a blood clot in my left lung. I have no family history of clots and I don't smoke so they ruled it that it was the birth control. I wanted people to know to be careful. Because I'm so young to have something like this happen. So please take with caution. It's a very slim chance but it happened to me."


"I've tried many birth controls over the years and this one has had some crazy side effects. I now sunburn. I thought it was just me until I looked it up and realized birth control can make your skin sensitive to sunlight. I also get extremely nauseous now. Car rides and roller coasters, even standing up too fast make me want to puke. I haven't gained weight but I can't lose it either no matter how hard I try. And lastly, I am always anxious. I worry about every single little thing. I can't hardly sleep sometimes because I worry about going to work in the morning or needing to do laundry. I'm so anxious, I can hardly be around my friends, colleagues and family. My entire personality has changed since starting this birth control."


"I had smoked for 35 years, average of 1 to 2 packs a day. I have tried the medications, the patch, gums, etc., many times through the years.  Finally, a couple of years ago a friend offered me the Commit lozenges. I really wanted to quit this time, so I tried them.  I was able to give up smoking.  But, I continued to crave so I bought the gum and have alternated between the gum and lozenges every since.  I don't want to go back to smoking and have yet to find anything that says how bad it is to continue the gum, so as long as I am not smoking and still want a cigarette every now and then, I will continue to chew the gum, as needed."


"I took Plan b after an unexpected unprotected sexual situation.  After the fact I realized it was right around my fertile time.  I went right to the store and purchased Plan B.  I took it about an hour after sex.   I am usually very sensitive to the hormones in oral contraceptives (that's why I don't take them) and I was very worried about the side effects. I was surprised, I had no side effects at all.  I was concerned because I thought maybe it wasn't working because I had no cramping, headache, nausea, etc like the package said could happen.  I calculated the day that I should get my next period and waited.  I was sweating it the entire time!  I ended up getting my period about 2 days earlier than expected...fine with me!!"


"I took Sprintec for a couple of years.  My mood was good and it regulated my period well.  My HUGE complaint is that Sprintec gave me yeast infections almost every month.  I didn't know what was wrong with me, but my doctor said it was probably the Sprintec, which has a high dose of estrogen.  "


"Just inserted yesterday. Insertion took about 20 mins between stretching cervix and placement of skyla. The whole process was very painful for me and I can take pain very well. I left my obg slouched over and sat in my car in pain in a ball. When I got home I have a heated pad on the cramps all day and night. Just woke up, have the same cramping, spotting, and, alot of gas. I am unsure of its effectiveness, but so far I'm in pain."


"Horrible muscle spasms  was not able to sleep because of so much pain"


"I hated the nexplanon. I had periods every 2 months or so which was fine but I felt like I was pregnant all the time. I had cramps, sore breasts, and my acne was awful when I have naturally clear skin. I was starting to get depression and my moods swings were so intense. It was starting to take a toll on my relationship with my mood swings/ anxiety/ and periods of depression so I got it out to see if that was the issue. I got it out and months later I feel like I finally have control of myself. I don't feel like I have whiplash from my moods, my libido is back, and my skin is clear again. I'm very happy with my decision to get it out and be hormone free for a while."


"I am very sad that this is not available right now.  It greatly improved my quality of life."


"I started Contrave on 2/17/2017. I'm now beginning my 2nd week (one pill in the morning and one at night) and I've already lost 3-4 pounds. My cravings are now under control and I don't get up in the middle of the night to eat anymore. I honestly feel amazing and full of hope for the first time in a long time. The only thing noticed side effect wise was having a headache and fatigue the first day or so, but nothing since. I'll update in a couple of months, but I give this medication 5 stars besides the fact that it's super freaking expensive. Lol"


"I was on depot for 4 months after giving birth, I stopped having the shots as it caused moodiness, ange, depression, weight gain and all sorts of probs I'd never had before. Didn't get aunt flo for the whole 4 months. Then when I stopped the shots aunt flo didn't go away for nearly 9 (very long) frustrating month's."


"I've been on Levothroxine for about 8 months now, with vaying degrees of success.

My doctor told me it was becasue it wasn't absorbing properly.  You MUST take it on a completely empty stomach.  In the morning after 8-10 hrs of fasting.  If you follow this rule you will find the drug works as it''s supposed to.  It changed for me and I lost the weight I had gained."


"Only thing that has every worked correctly for chronic constipation."


"I just started Week 4 of Seasonique and I have to say that I'm very pleased. I was supposed to start my period today and (thank goodness) there's no sign of it. So far, I haven't experienced any breakthrough bleeding either. My skin is looking better too. I may have fallen victim to a couple of mood swings at the beginning, BUT I've always been a moody female so I don't think anyone knew the difference. Plus, I think I might start gaining weight. The number on the scale hasn't changed, but I sort of feel bloated and flabby."


"This medication changed my life.  I'm sorry I waited so long to admit I needed it.  It's wonderful to be able to cope with all of the daily challenges of life and yet still feel happy to be alive.  If you're feeling out of control, don't waste your life out of fear of asking for help.  Side effects like loss of sexual drive are minor compared to the benefits."


"I have suffered with strong facial hair on my neck & chin for 2yrs. It was an nightmare I would stand in a mirror plucking for 2hrs which is not good when you have a school run to do. I have recently noticed my facial hair getting worse & the more I plucked the more rashes in growing hairs I was getting. It was ruining my life. I went to my local GP with an infection on my neck from plucking & he prescribed me Vaniqa cream. I have to tell everyone who suffers like me don't get the cream it's amazing I have been using it for 3days (not long I know) but the difference in my skin & hair growth is amazing. I have smoother skin & my bumps are nearly none existent."


"Brilliant for back pain with diclofenac and pregabalin"


"I too take Rocaltrol, but the generic form which is Calcitriol.  I had thyroid cancer and my parathyroid was messed up during the removal of the thyroid.  Without this medication my body would go numb and I would have facial spasms.  I will have to take this medication the rest of my life, but I'm thankful I can get it and insurance does pay for it."


"Works fine in controlling my BP with no noticeable side effects"


"I have been given Vicodin for severe migraines, back pain, wisdom tooth removal and kidney infection with kidney stones. It never fails to make me feel nauseous, give me headaches, and make it incredibly difficult to function at times  BUT it did take away my pain. After my last ER visit I asked for something other than Vicodin, they gave me Percocet and it works well with minimal side effects."


"This is the 3rd pill I've been on, and I have mixed feelings. Simply because I don't get regular periods whatsoever and that is really scary. Other than that it's great."


"I started this birth control in January 2016. I am now  18. I have had a steady boyfriend through this time so I figured this would be the best choice- especially since i can't swallow pills. All I can say is it was not bad for the first 8 months (short periods, weight loss) but somewhere around my 9th month taking it, I started to experience terrible anxiety, depression, loss of my sense of self, and really darkt houghts. My cycle also began to alternate. I would receive a period one month, then then the next month, it would be gone. (which caused paranoia over pregnancy... not fun). There was not a day my boobs weren't sore and my cramps and back pain were awful. Do seriously, don't take this pill if you have a history with anxiety or depression!"


"I have only been on this medication for 2 months now in my first weigh in I lost 6lb 6oz and my second weigh in I lost the same again, overall 12lb 12oz just 2lb short of a stone couldn't believe I've lost weight so quick when I could never lose weight on my own, I've not exercised on these tablets and have just ate normal which is naughty of me, I started off at 21 stone and I'm now at 20 got a long way to go as my goal is back to 8 stone from what I was originally if I keep this up tho and eat healthily and exercise more I'll be slim before I know it and I'll be happy again"


"I take it for migraines, works like a charm."


"This drug made me Agitated I couldn't control my self I was really have a bad experience with this one and I feel like I lost my mind on this drug.  I completely can't control my self
Im BP II
and when i take it i was in a mixed episode
Be carefull !!!
It can cause a bad hypomania !!!"


"I have been on Aviane for 2 months now going on three, within the first month I've experienced headaches, depression, mood swings, severe cramping and bloating as well as stomach gain(which went down). All of those symptoms went away by the second month of taking this pill which I've experienced lighter periods still have mood swings and get depressed at times but I have very bad breakouts all over my face, chin and neck as well black marks on my forehead, I've always had acne but I've never experienced it this badly, I will continue to take it for the 3rd and 4th month just to see if anything gets better and I will keep you posted."


"Mirena is an awesome option for birth control. I don't even have to think about taking a pill or remembering to replace a patch. It was easy to get inserted and it is barely noticeable that it is even there. Mirena has not caused me to have any problems at all. It also has not caused any weight gain like the pill does."


"It worked (as far as I know so far) but to me it wasn't worth all the side effects.
Had unprotected sex a couple of days after my period ended with my partner and he came half inside and half out by accident. I took plan b one step within a few hours and didn't feel much the first day or so. Fast forward a week and I'm bleeding like a regular period but worse than that I've been having horrible migraines, nausea & hot flashes that won't go away & I'm having a hard time doing anything because of this.
It's reminding me of when I was pregnant not too long ago but honestly the symptoms I had during pregnancy we're easier than these symptoms...which makes me wonder..is this actually working or am I pregnant again?
Won't be taking it again"


"After Cafergot went off the market, my doctor switched me to Migergot.  It has been the only medicine that works for me.  It has given me my life back, so that I am able to function normally."


"My Husband has been an addict for 17 years.  Started with Pot, to Meth to quitting Meth for 7 years. After quitting that awful deadly drug he began to drink more. That's when I met him. Got him to slow down to beer. Most amazing person sober. That was the person I fell in love with. Then it got worse. He started to drink Vodka 2 pints a day 6 shots of fireball, beer, and 2 cans of redpunch with booze in it. That I know of. He said there was more. I was scared he was going to die. I didn't want my children to watch their father drink his life away. biggest fear them growing up to be an alcoholic themselves.  Finally got him to the doctor. Librium saved him so far. 11 day's clean not one drop. He stayed home for detox. He is doing awesome."


"Hello everyone, I have had my Mirena for 5 weeks now and I guess everyone's body responds to medication differently. Mine was inserted due to heavy bleeding and removal of a polyp within my uterus that had caused even more heavy PROLONGED bleeding.  I have had 3 children so I felt no pain during insertion but mild cramping after insertion that lasted the rest of the evening that I cured with Aleve. 3 days after insertion I begin to have mild spotting that only required the use of a panty liner but quickly turned into heavy bleeding that lasted 2 weeks then all of sudden stopped as quickly as it came. I am happy to say no problem since, no side effects, would recommend Mirena to my friends & family. I will do it all over again."


"I received a really nasty sulphuric acid burn from a car battery at work. They gave me a shot of morphine and proceeded to scrape the burn skin off my arm. They had to stop when I started screaming. Then I got the i.v. Dilaudid and instantly couldn't feel it anymore. They prescribed me the 4 ml and was able to clean it ... without me crying."


"This medicine is a miracle! This is day two and I feel great."


"I'm using ENBREL since last more or less than 3 years. During this time I was painless. It is stopped from last 6 months. Now I'm suffering from pains, pain has been started again after stopping it 2-3 months. As a result I feel should not stop it."


"I suffer from acute muscular pains in my legs at night (one leg at time). May be due to medication which I have to take to control my cholesterol levels . I had to undergo Bye pass ten years back. The side effects of pain in my legs means I have extremely disturbed sleep. I discovered that taking one Ultracet tablet at night enables me to have a undisturbed sleep due to absence of pain. In my case one tablet works effectively for two nights.  In order to avoid getting addicted I normally take this drug only once a week - that's not too  regularly.  But whenever I have taken it has helped immensely without any side effect what so ever."


"Was prescribed Cymbalta 1.5 years ago to treat Major Depressive Disorder. Helped lessen the sadness caused by depression, but also made me numb emotionally. Decided to taper off of Cymbalta, while being advised by my physician, and the withdrawal symptoms were terrible. Currently still on 30mg (down from 120mg) and going to look for easier ways to withdraw.

Would not recommend Cymbalta to anyone, as I feel I was doing better before I started the medication, and the withdrawal symptoms aren't worth it."


"Gums started hurting 2nd day 3rd day unbearable and face started to swell  had to lie down as dizzy , violently sick, pins and needles in hand , very unhappy tooth ache  I as trying to tolerate as got told takes time to work but I was in to much pain so phoned Dr who told me to stop taking it, I never want to take this drug ever again I feel very unwell. No help at all to my AHHD just feel completely Unwell"


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"44yo male prescribed after a second incident of paroxysmal AFib, was on low dose aspirin prior.  I've had no side effects after 6 months on it other than easier bruising.  It has the same bleeding risk of aspirin but is much more effective for clot control with AFib.  Hopefully can get off it soon since I just had an ablation, but at least it's convenient to use vs the kinds that need all the monitoring and diet issues.  Can't rate it 10 just because of the obvious bleeding risk issues.  I'm lucky enough my insurance covered it for a $20 copay and recently that has dropped to $0 so I guess it's becoming more mainstream vs. the other meds."


"Don't like this drug - been on it for 3 months having bad rash affecting my breathing , my joints be glad when I come off it"


"I have been on 20mg of Lexapro and 0.5mg of Xanax for about 4 years. It wasn't until last year I have been vomiting for no reason every morning even if I wasn't doing anything. After avoiding food and drinks nothing helped so I talked to my doctor and he got me set up on this medicine. I've never heard of it but for the past week I haven't thrown up since. I figured it was do to my anxiety when nothing helped and no I'm not pregnant I'm a male. Only downside for me is the drowsiness which like my other pills my body needs to get used to it first before I can actually function. All in all this medicine kept me from throwing up for about a week and I'm happy for that."


"My husband was prescribed this medicine after having 4 months of solid sciatica pain. It STOPPED his pain and he is now 3 months pain free, after one week of treatment."


"After 7  weeks on Lexapro & seeing no change at all in depression or anxiety, my primary care doc switched me to Abilify (only). I was on Abilify previously with Remeron and did well. I was told by doc on Friday 7/19 that I should start feeling better by Monday & he was right!  I feel almost like myself again.  Wake up a few times during the night, but am able to go right back to sleep.  Still have some anxiety in the mornings (it used to be debilitating and would have to take 1mg of Ativan to calm down).  This morning I only had to take 0.5 of the Ativan, so I think this is really working good.  I also just got a new small dog on Sunday, which I'm sure helps also with the depression/anxiety but the change is so great I had to share."


"I am 16 Years Old. I've been taking Seasonique since I was 14 and all I can say is that Seasonique is a GREAT Birth control. I've only had one side effect and that is a Little Cramps but Nothing Big. I Love it because I've Never got pregnant on it And I Suffer from body and Face acne and Seasonique did a GREAT Job on Clearing that up. So now I have Beautiful skin. Seasonique is Very Good. My Skin Cleared up the first week I took it!"


"I have been on Trulicity for 15 months now and am very happy with the results (1.5), but don't like the side effects.  For the first 2 months, I was sick for 1 or 2 days after each injection, with vomiting and diarrhea.  But after that, I only had the nausea and vomiting once every month or two. I do still have loose bowel movements fairly often.  I have neuropathy in my feet and hands so I am very happy with my lower a1c (last one was 4.6).  My endo has lowered my preprandial humalog and levemir to keep my blood sugar up around 90 to 100. I was having lots of sub-50 blood sugars."


"Struggled with leg edema for 2.5 years before doctors blamed problem on a hormonal imbalance. 100mg a day has done wonders for my legs; noticed a difference within 3 days. I've even returned to running."


"I have to say I've this medicine a 7 out of 10 because it has brought me out of both some wicked manias and depressive episodes. The sedation is a love-hate relationship with me- It's nice for my anxiety, but is also a nuisance. I MUST take this medicine 12 hours before I need to wake up, or I have trouble waking up. I feel it does interfere with my creative and intellectual abilities a tad bit. Overall, however, it's good med."


"I started taking Adipex on June 18, 2012. It has worked wonders. The only side effect I have had is terrible dry mouth, but I drinks lots of water and chew gum to help with that. I skip one day a week of not taking the medicines, and to date I have lost 20 pounds. That's amazing 20 pounds in 25 days. I do exercise daily. I walk 3 miles everyday. I have lots of energy. When I first started taking the pills I was not hungry and had to remind myself to eat. I did have a little trouble sleeping. In all this has been a great experience and can't wait until I hit my goal weight."


"Four weeks on Crestor 5mg dropped my total cholesterol level 100 points. LDL 81. Now I need to work on increasing HDL through diet and exercise. No side effects at the low strength. Very pleased with the results."


"I’ve been on nexplanon for over a year and while I received some side effects (especially during the first 3 months as the doctor said), I have had an overall good experience with it. I haven’t gotten pregnant, I had some spotting during the first two months but never had my period again. I did gain weight, but I’ve been able to lose it when I try. I also got acne on my face during the first 3 months which became embarrassing but it went away and I have not had problems that involve nexplanon since (when I do break out, it’s usually stress). The insertion site is not painful at all either and the actual insertion barely hurt, just some pressure. I feel like all birth control is going to effect people in different ways, but I’d suggest it!"


"when I first got nexaplanon inserted I was greeted with spotting and random periods.. Which I was okay with (they do warn you about this before you get it inserted) after about almost a year of having it in, I started bleeding non stop.. Heavy bleeding with large clots. To the point where I was taken by ambulance to the hospital where I was told my hemoglobin and hematocrit were extremely low due to my heavy periods. I was admitted and had 6 blood transfusions while I was there. After I was discharged I immediately went to my OB to get it removed.. I'm still suffering from the side effects of this horrible birthcontrol. I recommend sticking to the pills. This birthcontrol is horrible for me"


"I have been using 70 mg Vyvanse and it was working perfectly for a month, in fact, it still works.  The problem is that my blood pressure, which was perfect, went up 30 points in a month and now I'm at risk for high blood pressure. Also, I lost weight which I must gain back now.  I'm only 16 and this is bad. I'm lean and athletic and have never had any health issues until this. Besides all of this, I really like Vyvanse and hopefully won't have to stop taking it."


"After 2 years I finally realized why my elbow joints were in such pain.  I was also waking up frequently throughout the night, but then would fall asleep at 6 am, and not want to get out of bed.  By 10 or 11 am, I would force myself to get up!  And I couldn't even think about exercising or taking my walks.

My onc. took me off for a month to see how I feel, and after 3 weeks, the difference is remarkable.  I'm sleeping a full 8 hours, my joints stopped aching, and I'm often getting out of bed early, which I haven't done in 2 years.   Now I realize that on this drug, I wasn't just tired, I was depressed.  Most days I felt like crying (in spite of having a fantastic happy life) and didn't want to get out of bed."


"I'm reading all these reviews and I'm puzzled.  I've been on Depo for nearly 17 years, with a few breaks and this month is the first time I've ever even spotted.  I've never had a period or cramping the rest of the time I've been on it.  I do think it's attributed to some minor weight gain.  I'm actually wondering if there was a bad batch of this out out within the last year, considering all these reviews about bleeding are so recent?"


"I have had afib since I was 9, it lasted until  I was 27, then it just went away for 29 years, a year ago it returned, episodes last 6-12 hour episodes, 2-3 monthly, I was on Multaq  500 mg 2 times a day for 6 months, with no change at all, and at the price of $600 a month I finally asked my cardiologist  if we could stop it, He agreed, been 6 months without, still get the afib 2-3 times a month."


"This medicine has done so much for me. I've had horrible "mood swings" for years and they just kept getting worse. I would also cry myself to sleep every night for years and years. I always felt irritated and annoyed with everything. I would yell and scream, get hyper and crash into a pile on the floor, be suicidal one minute and happy the next. I was all over the place. This medicine has done so much for me."


"I have suffered from severe depression for over 20 years. Cymbalta the only one thing that has kept me going and feeling normal. I still have a little depression but by far I am way better less breakdown and crying and sadness. Just make sure you have your doctor check your liver. I have not had any liver issues but some people have reported it. Give it a try it is work for me and I know some people out there saying it's the worst but for me it has been a lifesaver"


"I have never used a medication that worked as well as  Cataflam. It was as though I was able to actually feel the swelling leaving my body. I had no side effects at all."


"Im a teenager so pregnancy was definitely not an option for me. When I found out that the condom broke I was so scared, balling crying. I got plan b one step a little over an hour after the mishap happened. About a week later I had my period, throughout those days I had no symptoms ever, until the day I had my period again, which I only had mild cramps. When I didn't have any symptoms I was freaking out, but it's all good, the symptoms are optional!!"


"So far (knock on wood) I have not experiences any MAJOR side effects but I plan on checking back here after being on the medication for longer than a week.
I have noticed the sweating (not severe though) my doctor did warn me about it before I started taking it.   The first day I had a HORRIBLE headache and was dizzy most of the day.  It was gone after my first nights sleep on it.   I can't make a good or bad judgment on it YET however if in a month I experience any thing else I will check it - well I'll check in here either way because these forums with REAL experiences helped me when I was first introduced to this drug as I had never heard of it before."


"I came on here to write a good review because I feel like people are so quick to put their opinions out if a medication is bad way before if it is good for them! With that being said, if you are on here because you just started taking this medicine or just prescribed it and haven't started it, its sooo important to remember YOUR body isn't like another woman's, birth control effects everyone different so don't let some of these scary/bad reviews scare you( you'll find them under every type of BC review). What may be great for you, might be horrible for someone else. This is great for me!"