"This medicine has significantly improved my life. I've had surgery for 'endometriosis' twice.  The second surgery showed no sign of endometriosis yet I continued getting severely ill with my cycle and missing work for several days each month.  Doctor always gave me oral contraceptives that included estrogen which caused constant illness and extreme bloating . Finally, I was prescribed norethindrone.  My cycles have stopped and although I have mild night sweats, decreased sex drive and some weight gain my quality of life is so much better!  It's been about 7 months; hopefully the side effects don't worsen and the benefit continues."


"This medication doesn't really provide the relief I am looking for. You really do not feel this medication as you would even say oxycodone, however it is so potent that not only does it bind with every opiate receptor in your brain, it begins creating new ones and fitting into receptors that are not opiate receptors causing damage to the brain. Many people that are aware of this take the lowest dose possible being 2 mg. Methadone is its own evil in itself, however I think any opiate besides this one is better due to its extreme destruction to the brain and the use of Naloxone, which causes damage to your kidneys, liver and other organs."


"I have been suffering with my migraines and daily headaches since I was a child, I am now 34. I have tried Tramadol (sometimes REALLY good but other times gave me a worse headache), Amitriptyline (no impact) and now Nortriptyline.
I started on 10mg in the morning and 20mg at night. I had to go up to 20mg twice a day to see any effect.
My headaches are now down to about one a week, which I can take pain killers for, so this medication has been amazing for me.
The only downside for me is the extremely dry mouth, but that pales in comparison to the positives. I have also seen that Nortriptyline has lead to weight gain for some. I am fortunate in that it actually keeps hunger at bay.
I have only been on the medication for 8 weeks."


"I've always done cold turkey withdrawal and this is the first time I could function. It made me feel numb and zombie like but I'd rather have that than the cold turkey withdrawal. I'm a 39 year old female who's been drinking since 15. I'm a horrible binge drinker that can go weeks with only vodka or other kinds of booze, I wake up in the morning and drink until I pass out, soon as I wake up I do it all over again. The only way I stop is my husband takes my wallet, keys, and any access to $. My withdrawals kick in quick and I feel as if I'm dying. I don't sleep for 3 to 4 days, I hear stuff that's not there, I sweat profusely and than I'm freezing, horrible anxiety my heart jumps at any noise, my heart races, and I get super depressed"


"I used to gamble a lot. After Chantix, I have no urge to gamble. Thanks."


"After years of adult acne, my family doctor offered me this, to save me extra expense with a dermatologist. The results were immediate and acne is no longer something I stress about. It is very drying, so I mix it with my nighttime moisturizer and in winter, I sometimes have to skip a night, but I can't say enough good things about it!"


"Took Levaquin for prostatitis. Didn't work and my Achilles tendons are very sore."


"I have been on different forms of this since January. I started on the buccal film but after my insurance didn't want to cover the brand name (Belcuca) I switched to a higher dose sublingual generic. I now take 2mg sublingual 2x/day (nasty taste! But works and dissolves fairly quick this way) for a chronic ovarian pelvic pain disorder. It's a good medicine for this kind of pain. Sometimes the pain does not go away and I'll have to either take more or ibuprofen. Problem with this opiate is that it's one of the strongest and most other opiates won't overpower it so breakthrough pain meds are most time useless. Regardless it's a good pain med and doesn't make me tired or feel out of it."


"Until now this is the only medicine that has helped with my pain in anyway. It is now livable with little to no pain most days. For more than 5 years I've had pain."


"I am 27, small-frame body constitution: 5ft 4'' tall, norm weight 113, married. Previously, I have been taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about 2.5 years and I have gained 12 extra pounds to my normal weight. As I said, with OTC Lo I have experienced all kinds of side effects from weight gain and face swelling (fluid retention) to hair loss, 9-day periods and mood swings. I didn't feel/ behave feminine at all. Having switched to Lutera, I noticed the difference - it took about 4 days for these extraz around my waist area to disappear, I gained half-cup size, I feel very lady-like compared to the OTC Lo (don't laugh but this is how the previous pill affected me), my periods are down to 5 days and are relatively painless.It agrees with my body."


"This is the first month I have used Lysteda.  It has significantly helped because before this medicine, I was not able to function during my cycle.  There has been improvement of at least 50% if not more.  I am amazed with this product.  I would highly recommend this for anyone with problems with their menstrual cycle."


"I'm 18 and I've been on Concerta for years. All the bad side effects I have so I tried other medications but nothing worked, so I went back to Concerta. I love it. It makes me focus and not annoy people but it makes me have mood swings and go into phases where I'll just not talk, not eat, just watch movies all day (not depression).  "


"My daughter is 7 now and we leave in Brasil. Recently we visited the Amen Clinic in Reston/VA and her life changed. The doctor gave her Lamictal   Intuniv. It didn't work as expected, she continued to be very hyper. So her Doctor decided to replace Lamictal for Abilify 5mg/day   Intuniv 0.5mg/day. What a miracle. My daughter never played by herself for more than 5 minutes, now she plays quietly for hours. She's now the perfect little girl we always wanted and we can really enjoy being with her. She still needs to improve at school, can't focus without assistance, but we think this is improving as well, as it is right now. I must say we are very pleased with the combination Abilify   Intuniv."


"Great! Works wonders for oily skin and hormonal acne.  A bonus is that it helped make me 10lbs lighter. "


"Abilify made my life mine again.  The side effects are minimal and well tolerated.  I recommend this!"


"I have been taking Pradaxa for around six months now with no problems. I just hate the packaging. It is very hard to open, it hurts my fingers, and its inefficient. Some days I feel like I can't take my medicine. It should not have to feel like a hassle...especially if I have to be on this medication for the rest of my life."


"I started Simponi  Approx 1 year ago.  I was first on methotrexate for about a year but developed a really bad cough and scarring on lungs.  I then was put on Remicade which took away every pain I had but on third infusion, I had an allergic reaction so I had to be taken off.  Now I am on Simponi and by the third infusion, I have had no pain at all and no side effects.  I am on Medicare which pays for 80% and my UHC which pays the 20%...so I feel really lucky."


"I have suffered from debilitating migraines for over 20 years. I feel like I have tried everything. Imitrex shots gave me my life back.  After taking a shot I normally need to lay down for 15 min but then I feel great. I used to suffer for at least 3 days. I never had any side effects."


"I became ill in 1982 at age 33 with encephalitis, brain damage on temporal lobe, and grand mal seizures.  The next year I was also diagnosed with Lupus in addition to epilepsy.  It took 5 years and NIH treatment of 250 mg of Mysoline/ 3 times a day to control my seizures.
It has been controlling my seizures and I am now 65.
AARP denied my brand name Mysoline for seizures even though I was going to pay high co-pays. We pay our own insurance so this is a real problem.  The worst is fighting AARP to pay their part when I know Mysoline works for 27 years.  How  can a person at a desk just suggest other medicines to take when your doctor and you state that this is the best one for you.  "


"I completed the 12 week treatment with Harvoni and my viral load is undetectable. Years ago I was on Interferon for 18 months and always thought of just stopping it due to the side effects being so devastating. So with my experience with the old drugs that were being used for Hep C , there's no comparison to the side effects of Harvoni. To me Harvoni is a type of wonder drug due to the lack of devastating side effects and for me unlike the others that were used in the old days, Harvoni works"


"Love it for my anxiety  I am on this with cymbalta and lamictal.  I feel so calm and relaxed.  I also feel happier."


"My daughter was born with urinary reflux, the result of which is usually 1-2 urinary tract infections a year.  Suprax ALWAYS knocks it out right away. We have tried many of the others.  Some took longer and some didn't work at all.  Only con is it is hard to get and you may have to order it at the pharmacy."


"Many people are unreasonably scared of Klonopin's bad withdrawal dramas.

Well... It is true. It is a painful process to get away from Klonopin once you stepped into its comfortable zone, but I want to say I would rather feel relaxed and comfortable than struggling with unnecessary anxiety caused by Neurotransmitter unbalances.

This medication truly gave me a freedom from fear and agitation and get back to my life."


"Been on this for months, just don't understand why I'm having side effects, as my doctor says everything is the same, just time release. The first 4 weeks head aches so severe I couldn't put in a full day.  I'm a secretary, so on computer screen all day. This is what gave me the head aches I believe, along with meds. I also got very nauseous, dizzy, and extremely moody. I put on 20 pounds once I was told to eat a fatty diet with this meal, as I guess the fats help breakdown the medicine, doctor never told me this, but helped a lot with being sick all the time. Doctor finally listened, as I was tired of being in a cloud all day. Also anxiety, and sleeplessness... This medicine may work for some, just not me.."


"I love it! No kids! I got mine inserted September 2010 the day after I finished my period. I did gain weight but that was from not taking care of myself. I have not had my period since it was inserted, there was few spotting but it was not full blown. I know a lot of people have issues with their period during Implanon but not me. I'm breezing right by. I am worry free, no kids, no period. I been recommending it to all my girlfriends. My sister is even going to insert hers this coming month."


"If you don't make a significant change to your usual intake of fatty food oils pastries etc, then you will find a very unpleasant leakage of yellow oil soiling your underwear, as anything oily you have eaten is excreted and accidents WILL happen. It is not just about taking a tablet to lose weight, it is also about making changes to what you eat in order to prevent such side effects from happening. There is a positive however as cutting down on fatty/oily foods will also help you lose weight."


"I've been taking trazadone for about five years and it works great for me.  At one point my dose was up to 200mg but I decided to taper it back slowly because I felt that it was too much and I still get the same effect from just 100mg now.  My only annoying side effect is that it sometimes really dries out my mucus membranes (mouth and nose).  Especially my nose, to the point where it's hard for me to fall asleep because I have to breathe through my mouth."


"Im up to 200mg per day, and honestly, I really dont know how much its helping me.  I seem to be a lot better, but I think the Clonopin does a lot more for me."


"It was like a miracle. Instantly stopped coughing and slept all night without waking up coughing. Taste is like frosting."


"This medicine has been life changing!  After 20 years of dealing with the dry mouth, dry skin, dry eyes, dry scalp dry nose that results from taking Ditropan, I finally can have control over my incontinence (due to Spina Bifida) and swallow my food without needing water to help. I only gave it 9 stars because of the $85 co-pay but so far it has been worth every penny. This medicine controls my bladder better than Ditropan and I have had zero side effects."


"I was given this medicine during my colonoscopy. I'm an individual who is very sensitive to medications and I have an autoimmune disease. I don't like feeling drugged and this medicine gave me no side effects such as nausea or feelings as though I am dying as I had from morphine. I have had anesthesia too...unsure what was in that...but it also made me very nauseous. So this is a medicine I highly recommend if you need to have a medical procedure done but don't want to be completed sedated."


"Do not take this bc. The hormone in this pill has a bad habit of lowering testosterone in women. That may sound like a good thing, but if you are a woman with normal to low levels already, further lowering will cause low energy, low motivation, low sex drive, and feeling generally crappy. I took this for four days and slept 24 hours on the last day. I'm done with it. I hope I stopped soon enough, these effects can be permanent in some women. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone with having your testosterone levels checked first, if you even find a doctor that will."


"Many rehabs, hundreds of relapses, could NOT STOP TAKING PAIN PILLS, until Suboxone. This medicine saved my life, hands down. If ever there was a 'miracle drug', this is it. Very important to get a Doctor you like, as not all Doctors can prescribe it. Try this medicine if you are hooked on painkillers."


"I've been on Lupron for 8 months now. I have very very painful endo that has put me in the ER at least 50X in the last 5 years. I tried depo shot and continuous use of the Nuva ring before this. Nothing has worked, except Lupron.
I do suffer hot flashes and a bit of fatigue/joint point around the time that would be my cycle. The first cycle on the injection was still hell, second I could still work :)! My doctor wants me on it for a while, as I'm only 23 and she does want to jump to a hysterectomy just yet.
I'm scared to go beyond the recommended year of Lupron, but so far so good and it's the only thing that's given my life back. I hope that if you try it, it works for you. Though, we are all different."


"I have had to come off Fluoxetine due to severe pains in my back , hips and legs. It's been 4 weeks and still getting the pain.   So worried I've damaged myself for good.  Don't know what to do ! Doctor has put me on Naproxen for the pain, but how long do I take this for!? , has anyone else experienced this? Every time I come off naproxen I get the pain straight back again. Making me so unhappy."


"As a chronic constipation sufferer, I tried Dulcolax when I was out of M.O.M. and Miralax.  Within 1 hour of taking 2 pills, my stomach (not intestinal ) was in extreme discomfort and the worst nausea I have ever experienced. You know, the kind that makes you not want to open your eyes, not speak to anyone, but suffer on the verge of spewing, all the while experiencing sweating and waves of agony. Eventually, after several hours, it did produce diarrhea.  This is something I would not wish upon my worst enemy. Needless to say, I will NEVER take this horrible medicine again!"


"Anyone experience severe headaches in the eye and the pupil dilates? That's my only side effect from this. Like once or twice a month."


"I've taken a lot of different antidepressants so my old psychiatrist put me on this one because it was new. I wasn't doing well, still felt very depressed so she increased my dose. That made my depression worse. I was visiting my family and I lashed out at them, had many episodes, and had to contact the suicide hotline 5 times. I lashed out on my friends as well while on viibryd. I couldn't contact my psychiatrist at all so I stopped taking it on my own and I instantly started feeling better and noticed a difference."


"Have had severe muscle pain in my upper thighs that lasts for 3 or 4 days after taking my monthly dose. Also have heartburn."


"I was asked by my Doctor in Mumbai, India, to take Hydroxyurea 500 for 10 days and I got this Capsules of Hydrea from the store.my platelets were 650000 to start then After taking the capsules for 10 days the platelets count came down to 570000. I was advised to further continue the capsules for another 30 days. After 30 days the platelets  count was 432000. I have not experienced any side effects."


"I have suffered with low back pain - 2 surgeries for spinal fusion as well as any other procedure out there.  I now have a rod in my spine with 6 screws to secure a failed fusion.  I have been on Norco for two years and tried going up to oxycodone or percocet and found the Norco much more helpful so switched back."


"Reported my first experience which was excellent early March. Subsequent experiences indicate that it works best with good visual stimulation & willing partner.. Since then I have used it twice - once when we staying over at a friends - obviously not as much visual stimulation as wife dressed smart rather than overtly sexy. Did help me maintain erection but nothing like first time. We were a bit apprehensive about the next time so re-created first experience and my wife played her part by going braless in the bar and restaurant and also showed a good bit of keg in short skirt and stockings. Another great night with sustained lovemaking and three climaxes for me."


"27 year old suffering from adult acne. I've been under Accutane twice in the past for 6 months each but relapsed both the times. So this time I was prescribed Epiduo. I didn't get any redness or itching but my acne got 10x worse. My acne is usually concentrated in the cheeks but after epiduo I got newer ones in the jawline and forehead as well. The purge stage lasted for around 2 months but I stuck with it and now I'm acne free and only left with scarring. I don't apply it all over the face, only in the acne prone areas and I've noticed the scars have also started fading gradually. Happy with this product so far."


"While not perfect, this drug helped me achieve around an 80% improvement in my focus, attention, and ability to see tasks through to the end.  I take 20mg IR in the morning and 20mg early in the afternoon.  I was never diagnosed with A.D.D when I was a kid likely because I barely went to see doctors as a child.  I used illicit drugs my whole life until it caused me to almost kill myself.  After being clean for a year, I noticed my problems persisted with attention, focus, and finishing tasks.  After seeing a Psychiatrist and getting a proper test/diagnosis,  I'm grateful.  It's helped a lot."


"I've had nexaplon for officially a month now. The site where it was inserted has almost healed- very little bruising or discoloration. I'm Black American with a mocha chocolate complexion, just to provide further details. My menstuation came a week late, I've always had a regular cycle. I wasn't sure if it was going to come. I've talked to my doctor who had that spotting for the first six months, which was good to know. At the time, my cycle had just ended so I wasn't sure if I would experience spotting or not. It's been almost five days since my period ended and I've had very minimal spotting. So, so far so good!"


"I have been on meloxicam 7.5mg once daily for 7 months now, wow what a difference. I take it with Tizanidine for my back, and I feel 80% better. I tried to wean off of it once and what a mistake, I had severe pain, couldn't even walk. Back on it now and wont go off again!"


"Started this five months ago and in the first week I was totally fine. It stopped all symptoms. Felt great. Ate what I wanted. After being diagnosed over 20 years ago and managed well with diet most of the past years. A year ago I was back to 8 trips to the bathroom with immediate diarrhea daily at least 4-5 days per week. Viberzi was amazing. Went to pharmacy this week to pick up refill. Had. Note to call doctor. Had to take me off immediately. Has been black listed for patients without gall bladder. Doc wanted me on on lotronex. Has also been black listed for tissue death in intestines! I stopped medication on Thursday and I have had immediate resumption of diarrhea. Can't leave the house. Have to travel to a conference for work all week."


"BRAND NAME! I have been on this medication for a little over two weeks. I started off with generic 150mg  xl to 300 mg xl after a week. My insurance covers the generic for $5 but I've heard awful stories about it and ordered the brand name via the Internet for $50. Huge difference! I don't have the anxiety I had on generic, clammy hands constantly, fear, and it really didn't do much. The name brand is energetic, calming, focused, more self motivated and leads away from negative behaviors. This is my first day on name brand and I was compelled to tell my story and the difference. You can get the name brand through the Wellbutrin guarantee prescription online. Rated 9 because I am fully alert and still awake."


"I typically don't write reviews.  But almost a year of taking and not any  outbreaks. Great med. And gave me my life back.

I am healed in Jesus' name.

Hsv- 2 survivor."


"I have had depression for years due to situations that added to it continually.  I have tried every pill made to help.  Usually within 3 days I would take myself off them because of gaining weight within that period of 3 to 5 pounds, also feeling awful to the point of despair.  I had neck surgery that left me with pain everyday to the point of not wanting to live.  My pain management Doctor prescribed Pristiq along with epidural procedures for pain. Within the first day of taking Pristiq I felt a great difference in my mood.  Within 3 days I knew this medicine was totally different.  I have been on it for a month now and the only side effects I've had have been minor.  It's been a great month of feeling more like my old self."


"I was prescribed hydroxyzine 25 mg (one or two tablets at bedtime) for a very itchy rash. I have also had insomnia for years, it is not unusual for it to take 3 or  4 hours for me to fall asleep. The first time I took this medicine I was sound asleep within an hour after taking it, and I slept through the night.  I have been taking it for about 2 months and wish I had known about it sooner."


"Only complaint is that it has a very bitter taste - helpful to
take with food. Also recommend taking a good pro-biotic to
avoid getting diarrhea/colitis."


"I was on this for 6 months and it was awful. I had the worst mood swings. Then they switched me into Junel Fe for another 6 months. It was just as bad. I had acne. Awful moods. And I understand everyone is different. But for me. It was just awful."


"I had the 3 month 11.25mg on 3/30/2015 to shrink my giant fibroid to the size that the laparoscopic myomectomy can be performed. I had no symptom of side effects for the first month and also having my period but ever since the second month (May) the side effects were really hitting me hard; including hot flashes and night sweat. Had my surgery at the end of June and my doctor confirmed that I had reacted to the Lupron more thanexpected as the fibroid not only shrink but part of it was degenerated. So Instead of a 2 hours operation, it ends up to be a 6 hours.  Now, it's been 5 months and the Lupron still lasting (period still not back yet), don't know when it will be gone..."


"It works wonders"


"I have a total hip replacement and a fused ankle due to a motorcycle wreck. So far this medicine has helped. I give it around 8.5. The side effects I have had that it makes me sleepy but other than that it helps."


"I started taking Zoloft in October of 2003 for depression and attention deficit disorder. I have had no complaints. This is a wonderful medicine for me. I have found that the brand name works better on me than the generic brand. I know they aren't supposed to be different but they are. On the generic I have suicidal thoughts which I didn't have before I started on the medicine. On the brand name, I don't have this issues and feel so much better. I like myself and other people like me better too."


"On 100 mg daily for almost 2 yrs and could hardly walk, lay or sit anymore. EXTREME joint pain, increasing monthly. Sent to arthritis doctor and ortho with no relief, only more pills. I researched online and found others with same problem. Took myself off Januvia and joint pain is GONE! I can walk again!"


"Completed 24 weeks treatment, no noticeable side effects. Cleared the virus and still clear after the 90 days after ending trestment. Thank you"


"I have been using 20 mg for over a year with few side effects. It didn't take away pain and stiffness 100%, so my doctor included Humira. With both meds I am virtually pain free, stiffness and inflamation gone. Before I began treatment, I couldn't tie my shoes, write a letter, or open a jar. Now all of those activities are effortless."


"I am 58 y/o in overall good health, exercise and have a good diet, but noticed over the years my b/p goes up with stress. I also have "white coat syndrome" which means it is always high in the doctor's office, even though when I would check it at home it would vary considerably depending on the stress level, sometimes normal and sometimes quite high. Several years ago my Doctor put me on Toprol which really did not help much. He then added Cozaar 50mg which helped somewhat to bring the readings down from "High" (160-170 in the Doctor's office) to "Borderline High" (140ish). Then about a year ago he substituted Bystolic 5mg for the Toprol and I began to achieve readings, even in the doctors office, of 120-130/70-80, and even better at home."


"Opana workes for a while for me but after a couple of weeks it just stops helping."


"I started a daily dose of 1000 mg Metformin about 3 weeks ago. I take 500 mg with breakfast and 500 with dinner. I have already noticed more mental clarity and energy, and a few pounds starting to come off. The first 2 weeks, I didn't have any negative symptoms (it was wonderful!!!) But now, as it is becoming more absorbed into my system, I'm having extreme nausea and dizziness. I supplement this with extremely large amounts of water and protein when I feel this way. It seems to help slightly and it eventually passes within an hour or so, but I'm hoping these side effects will pass when my body becomes truly adjusted. Aside from that, I'm very grateful for the positive effects of Metformin!!"


"It is about 10pm and I had my iud insertion at 4 today. The night before, I inserted a misoprostol tab to ripe/dilate my cervix. I agree with most of the reviews that insertion isn't painful, but very uncomfortable. There was some pressure and cramping that didn't feel like a menstrual cramp, but close. After insertion I just had light cramping. I went out to dinner quickly after, and during my dinner I felt weak and flushed. I didn't feel like eating or talking. I started to feel better, but I just felt like I was having a hot flash. Now I'm feeling fine and there's some light spotting and clots. My doctor told me to have nothing in the vagina for a week and will get my strings checked next month. I would definitely do this again!"


"So far this medicine had slowed down multiple diarrhea problems"


"I just started this medicine 3 days ago and I cannot express how much of an effect it has had on me already. I just graduated high school and became depressed soon after, severe anxiety where I couldn't go out to eat without having to vomit. I also couldn't keep focus on anything, especially when trying to talk to people, and overall was in the worst state of my life. Thought I was hopefully, constantly having break downs etc. the doctor prescribed this medicine to me a few months before graduation due to anxiety and overall not feeling myself, I was definitely skeptical and taking medicine in my eyes was a sign of weakness so, I put off the treatment hoping I could cure myself out of this funk. I went to ctb and it helped but it was mainly focused on anxiety. I stopped going because it seemed a waste of my time. Graduation rolls around, my best friends leaves for college really early and my life falls apart. A week was about all I could take of the constant emptiness, headaches and nauseous I got from being so depressed so I decided to start lexapro. The doctor prescribed me 10 mg and the first day I took it (in the morning) I was in a state of euphoria. Just a little background on myself, I was never that outgoing but constantly happy. Never the one to be outgoing in front of strangers and was very conscious of people around me. Not on this pill. I was loopy, could not stop laughing and would not shut up. Although this was great, it did not feel normal and I had very bad dizziness and insomnia that night as the drug began to wear off.. But I wasn't laying in bed miserably like I did countless nights before, I kind of sat there with a smile so it was actually kind of creepy. That morning I called my physician and asked if this was a normal or okay reaction considering I've been told you shouldn't feel anything for 4-6 weeks. He mentioned that it was "weird" that I had this response but it was a negative one. He recommended I cut my dosage in half and stick with taking 5 kg a day since the 10 obviously overtook my body. Within hours of hanging up I popped half a tablet and can honestly say I felt happy without many side effects. I continued this the following day and my relationship with my boyfriend, family, and friends has greatly improved, I sleep better, I can laugh and actually mean it and I can go in public places without constantly being self conscious. I've heard it can have bad results in week 1 and 2 but after taking this medicine for only 3 days, whether it's the placebo effect or not, has saved me and helped me to return to my normal self."


"My experience is similar to one above mine. I have only been on it a couple of weeks. My breasts have grown alot. I started taking the pill on the first day of my period like the pack said to do. It stopped my period, I know it's early but so far I'm happy with it. Hope this helps someone ."


"Been using aldara for 2.5 weeks now, no new warts have grown. I had the small ones I had removed by Cryo before using aldara just to blast the skin. But, I have painful blisters on my upper shaft and upper scrotum now. Had no side effects until the last day or two of my second week. Used it at night Mon-fri but it's too strong and you don't want these blisters trust me.

If you're a guy I would use it once a day Mon-fri first week and then only every other day mon, wed, fri like 90 percent of people are prescribed. My doctor said twice a day morning and night for 5 days straight for a month. That's WAY to much for sensitive genital skin. My acne has gotten bad too."


"Stats:  26 year old. Female. 110lbs. Struggling with anxiety and panic attacks.

I started Effexor 2 months ago when my panic attacks and anxiety got out of control and I tried to overdose on pain medication.  I am extremely against drugs and it took a lot of convincing on my doctors end to get me on them. I read reviews and got scared away. I wish I hadn't.

I started off with a 37.5 dosage. My initial side effect was losing weight/ my fever appetite. I'm a petite girl but I love to eat. I supplemented this by drinking protein shakes and started working out. I am back to my normal weight now.  A month later went up to 75mg. Absolutely no side effects. Anxiety is much better and no more panic attacks. Also, my sex life wasn't effected at all."


"I suffer from schizoaffective disorder with bipolar tendencies. Latuda can cause severe breast pain on high doses.  Definitely helps stop voices and completely resolves depression."


"I was on Loestrin 24 for 6 months. No mood swings or side effects, but I just switched because my breakthrough bleeding got bad. I would have spotting off and on and then I was having a period the week before my brown pills. My doctor said this level of estrogen was too low for my body, but otherwise I think it was fine."


"Drug is o.k., does it job, only if patient is more than willing to quite smoking!

Pricey!  I think more people would use this product if it was not so expensive.

No side effects that I knew of."


"I am on day 3 of taking this medicine and feel horrible. I haven't slept in 2 nights and don't want to eat. I  am calling my doctor in the morning and telling him I will not take anymore of this. I have never felt this bad from a drug before."


"This medication has been a God send for my chronic battle with anxiety and depression. A much safer alternative and also a much less expensive medicine than most barbituates, Xanax works very well on me and several of my fellow patients who suffer from anxiety."


"One week and 10 pounds less.  Take it and forget about it.  More energy, less desire to eat/snack, it's gone!  Just remember to eat.
Side effect of dry mouth; buy oral moisture tablets (they adhere to roof of mouth), and nasal moisture gel and you'll be fine.
Lot's more housework/yard work is getting done, and I seem to be a little more focused on tasks, in a good way.
Happy with the medicine, with no complications to the other medicines I take, so I'm surprised about that. "


"My name is Amanda and I'm a 39 yrs old female have one kid, a girl 13 yrs old.  My weight before I started taking Contrave was 211lb and I am 5'3" tall.  My first dose of Contrave was on September 26, 2015.  So far I have only lost 6lb. (After 3 wks.)
I have no experience any nausea or headaches and I believe is because I had being taking the pills 30 minutes after I eat.
Now, what I have noticed is a weakness to my neck, very hungry, generalized small muscle spasms when I'm lying in bed, not so much energy but a feeling of wellbeing.  My memory has sharpen and I had regular soft form BMs.  My abdomen is getting flat because of it.  I also noticed the medication has affected my vision and at times a hear a sharp wheezing sound in my ears."


"Finally, my back pain is gone and with no side effects. I tried everything including OTC, PT, Yoga, etc. This worked and I only take 1 pill as needed every 3 weeks or so at most."


"I have had chronic fatigue syndrome for over 20 years and it controlled and stole my life.  Nuvigil has given it back to me.  Prior to Nuvigil, I would collapse at around 1 pm and have to sleep around 2-3 hours, then I would have to go to bed by 9 every night.  Now I am living an almost normal life.  I don't need naps and go to bed at 9-10pm and find that my mental alertness is greatly increased (i.e. it seems to counteract "figrofog").  Drawbacks are increased blood pressure and insurance won't cover it."


"So yes it's effective, BUT NEVER GET THIS SHOT. I had it 3 times (9 months) worst nine months of my life. Constant spotting and bleeding, never was able to go on the boat because I didn't have enough bleeding for a tampon but would bleed threw a bathing suit, felt very uncomfortable and always had to think about if I was bleeding, never wore white bottoms or pants. It was THE WORST experience of my life. If you see this DONT TAKE THE SHOT."


"I have had the Para guard for about 9 months now.  I was opting for the essure procedure when I went to the doctors. After personally looking at the coils and getting info from the gyne, I decided on the para guard instead. I am happy with it. It didn't hurt at all having it put in. Just a little tugs and minutes later it was in. the first month was really heavy bleeding for days. Since I have had it in for 9 months now, it has gotten less bleeding, but I still have one day a month it is really heavy. No spotting during the month."


"I was prescribed Nexium 40mg approx 2 years ago at our local hospital after being diagnosed as having a quantity of small duodenal ulcers. No side effects were evident for the first week or so but then I started to feel aches and pains all too easily, later developing mood swings, quite extreme at times. I informed my doctor who dismissed my claims,( I do not lie! )After just under the two years of taking Nexium, I decided to take things into my own hands, I discovered Slippery Elm capsules. I am now into my fifth month of taking only one capsule a day having weaned myself off the Nexium, interspersed with Slippery Elm in the first week. I now have no side effects and with care have little or no acid indigestion."


"This is a qualified positive review for Xanax.  I was suffering from mild depression and anxiety last winter and my doctor put me on Wellbutrin.   That stuff takes 4-8 weeks to work and in the interim it can really up your anxiety level.  A week later I started 1mg Xanax 1-2X/day and it took care of the anxiety immediately.  I continued using Xanax for more restful sleep but after about 3 months I realized that short and long term memory was WAY down.   Stopped Xanax and replaced with GABA and this seems to be a far better solution.   The Wellbutrin worked great, felt more energy the first week but did take 6-8 weeks to fully kick in.  I will now ONLY take the Xanax for rare, severe stress.  Also check the  connection to Alzheimers."


"I have dealt with severe flare ups from Irritable Bowel Syndrome for almost 3 years and the combination of Bentyl, Donnatal and when very bad, Lomotil, work together like a charm.  Donnatal is my go-to medicine, but Bentyl does what it is suppose to do which is to help with the cramping and pain associated with flare ups.  ZERO side effects at 40-60mg a day.  Good medicine."


"I had a liver transplant  Feb '06 and have taken 1000mg twice a day now for a couple years. Before that dosage changed a bit to get correct dosage. I also take tacrolimus (prograf 1mg twice a day)

I have had no side effects--expensive but luckily I have a plan."


"Switched to this from gildess 1/20 & didn't have any problems. In fact, my mood actually improved since I've been on it, but I'm not sure if that's correlated to switching pills or just life being nice to me. My gynecologist was actually astonished considering how many problems I have had with other birth control medications!"


"Works well and is one of my to go-to antihistamines. However it is very sedating and is also not long-lasting. It would work great for someone with insomnia as a milder sleep-aid, but for my use I would say that it works, but makes you sedated."


"Only antidepressant to quell my panic attacks and lessen my emotional reactivity. Only downside is ruined sleep and constant vigilance to prohibited foods and medicines. Also developed a bad sweet tooth. But you will definitely feel much better"


"my bottom spinal disks are crooked and rest on my nerves between them. I was on 60mg of Morphine Sulfate Er. and took it for years and asked my Dr. for an increase and he switched me to Opana 20mg Er pills and they helped my back pain and seem to last a little longer between dosage. I am prescribed it twice a day. I seem to have less tiredness than the morphine and I am prescribed 5mg of oxycodone for morning breakthrough pain. Due to my liver condition he won't increase the oxycodone because it makes the liver turn it into morphine to filter it. when I need an increase of the Opana I'm sure he'll give me that because it's a form of morphine and my liver can process it okay. So I hope this helps other people with my condition or similar."


"You guys this was rough for me! First time having a yeast infection and  first time trying this product.  I was in agony!

 After the first 5 to 10 minutes of application I burned and itched soooo bad!!

 It took me about an hour behind flushing my girl  with water, washing with a mild glycerin bar soap and finally packing with ice and a washcloth before I experienced relief.

 I would not recommend this product. The cream that you apply on the outside of the vagina seems to provide a measure of comfort for itching but the application insert definitely burns!  I can't do the full seven days. 2:25am 8/24/16"


"I have suffered from depression for years. I'm 33 years old and have been on and off medications since I was 12. I was on Zoloft for years. Which worked for me, the sexual side effects really got to me and my marriage which ended in divorce. I decided to give Viibryd a try. I lasted a month. At first, it started to help. I wasn't as edgy and had more patience with my children. However I hated the way this medication made my stomach feel. I felt bloated all he time and my stomach was always making gurgling sounds. After week 4 I started to become irritable and just couldn't deal with it. I am going to try Wellbutrin now. On day two so far so we'll see how it goes!"


"This is a great medicine for anyone who has high blood pressure, I felt better within 3 days of taking this medicine. Anyone needing a high blood pressure medicine should consider this."


"I have been taking quetiapine for a few years it worked fine at first.  However now I have to take it 6 hours at least ahead of when I want to go to bed. I take 150 mg a day and I still have problems sleeping."


"I started to use this in June of '09.  I was skeptical about the use for treatment of migraines.  I have used it successfully for 3 months to treat my episodes, with Imitrex to back it up.  I was using Imitrex up to 4 times a week, but I have only used it a few times since starting the Neurontin.  It has really made a difference in the way I live my life."


"I've only been on 50mg Zoloft for about a week and I feel like I'm in a way better mood at times and haven't felt as depressed as I was before taking it. However I've lost a lot of sleep because of it, lost my appetite, getting confused at times, and absolutely no libido even if I tried. At times I feel like a complete zombie and it gets difficult trying to work because I feel so numb. I also feel a lot slower mentally but that may be because of lack of sleep.Before zoloft  I was having a suicidal thought every other day and cutting myself almost everyday and now of zoloft I am NOT thinking of hurting myself and 1 suicidal thought in a week. I've been a lot happier on this medication."


"I started on Aviane when I was 15. It's got the job done with making sure I don't get pregnant. But all other aspects of it are completely horrible. It makes me way more irritable, I gained 30 pounds( and I'm a healthy person, I always watch what I eat  and I exercise ), my acne is worse, I'm moody, emotional, and more sad. It literally makes me crazy. I'm a totally different person on it. I am now 24 and I am stopping it this month. I would never go on it again. But now I am at a loss of what to do because I don't want to get pregnant. I'm thinking of getting the nonhormonal copper IUD but I'm not sure. Any advice would be welcome to. But do not take this drug."


"Works but had rebound insomnia after about 2 weeks of taking it."


"I took Celexa in January 2002 for about 6 months. I was dealing with too many losses, I was crying day and night for a couple of months. I went to the doctor and he put me on Celexa. It was amazing. I was so happy all the time. I figured I could handle everything so I stopped it. You really need to come off this slowly. Now I am depressed again and plan on getting back on it until I can get past losing my job and the months of being out of work."


"I've been taking Topamax for about a year now. I started at 25 mg twice a day and I currently take 100 mg twice a day.  IT IS WONDERFUL. I have had only 2-3 migraines since my Dr upped my dosage 3 months ago. I still get "regular" headaches 4-5 times a day but I can handle those. I was gearing 5--6 migraines a week before Topamax. The side effects are all there but I don't care as long as the migraine pain stays away."


"I have been on Contrave for 6mos. & also weight watchers. I have lost #25.  I had absolutely NO side effects.  Sometimes I wonder if you read too many comments/side effects etc.. it plants the seed. Anyway, I can say that Contrave has worked wonderfully for me, my only fear is what happens when I stop taking it! Yikes, sure hope I don't put that weight back on!!!"


"Zanaflex works great to relieve my lower back pain. However, it seems to keep me awake instead of helping me sleep.  I rest well but just do not fall asleep."


"My doctor put me on Cymbalta for chronic pain with Fribro/Arthritis/Bursitis/Bulging discs. I have been taking it for a week now and cant seem to shake some of the side effects.  My pain is almost completely gone and I am so thankful for that. However, my eyes are so dilated all the time that everything is blurry and I practically live in a cave.  In the 6 days I have been taking it I have lost almost 10 lbs, I am not sleeping (though they say this will get better) and during the day I am having so tired it takes everything in me to stay awake at work. My reflexes are lacking as well: I am dropping things, losing my balance and my reaction time when driving is a little sketchy. But all that aside, my pain is gone :)"


"I had the Mirena inserted in 2011.I loved it! I stop having my period almost immediately.  No cramps! I just got it replace. Pain is tolerable  . I took Ibuprofen an hour before. It helped tremendously.  I'm slightly bleeding. But not like a period! Just spots."


"I have been taking Viibryd since 1/2012. At the time I was prescribed Viibryd I had been on every SSRI antidepressant available, none of which helped the depression. Viibryd has lifted the depression. The only side effect I have is that I no longer have any emotion, although in the last 6 months I have been able to find some things funny. I am now able to function."


"I think every diabetic should be on this. In a normal individual it is produced with insulin and released at the same time to keep sugar from rising too much after a meal, to keep the food in the stomach longer, give a feeling of fullness and control appetite, and keep the liver from producing too much insulin. Type1's and 2's both benefit from Symilin's action of blunting that peak of glucose after a meal, taking less insulin (because of its synergistic effect and preventing the liver from adding to the problem by producing glucose on top of it all. For those who are overweight, it controls appetite so you can get your mind off of food and eat normal sized portions."


"I tried adding this supplement to my daily insulin injection therapy, and was able to cut my insulin usage in half. I now have an A1C of 7.2, down from 10.4 only 2 months ago. I take 600 mcg. before meals 3 times a day and I feel great. I think this supplement needs to be studied and utilized way more often than it is."


"my son has been taking concerta at varying mg's for the past 6 years. He has experienced increased heart palpatations at night for the past year.  Cardiologist and ADD doctor state that its anxiety related. Rx has worked well for years. Unfortunately, i think its time to rethink the prescription as he enters his preteen years."


"I am 55 year old male. Yes, this medication does what it is supposed to do. However, my side effect included slight breast development. Doctor has not taken me off this medicine. I am upset with the doctor for not warning me about this psychologically effect. Can not come off of it without a replacement apparently, so I am stuck. "


"Azithromycin cured some of my symptoms to temporarily improve, but it did not get rid of the sinus infection, which has gotten worse since I took Azithromycin about two months ago. "


"Ultrase was the only enzyme that worked best for me."


"I'm 47 and in good health except for a heart condition

I've taken 20mg, 50mg & 100mg tablets and they all produced outstanding results.

I like to take them on an empty stomach and most of the time they're working within 20 minutes.

All information about the drug says that it lasts for about 4 hours but for some fortunate reason they produce solid erections ALL DAY LONG and well into the next day.

50mg seems to be the sweet spot for me if I want all day and next day action."


"Doctor prescribed medicine for UTI twice a day for 10 days.
First day no side effects, second same. We all have different bodies and our bodies react different.
You can't speak for all of us.
My UTI is gone and I feel perfect."


"I love my copper IUD so much. I'm 19 years old and I got it around my 19th birthday my period has come fairly consistently, every 25-30 days (with regular unprotected sex with my boyfriend). The worst part about it is the cramps. I had mild to non-existent cramps prior to getting the IUD, but the cramps that came along with my first period not only started earlier but were really painful. But each period after that has gotten better. Another thing is my period is heavier and a bit longer (from 4 to 6 day, and still is, but that's diminishing as the months go along too. the initial difficulties are worth the no-hassle, low cost birth control. Insertion was a breeze, some unconfortability and mild pain. I took ibuprofen before and after."


"This drug was absolutely awful in my opinion. For the first couple weeks, I had little to no symptoms. Around week 6 is when all hell broke loose. It  began with tingling and numbness in my hands and feet and crazy intense headaches. It interrupted my work day, where I had to leave the office a few times to lay down. Then, I started getting crazy joint pain so intense that when I woke up each morning and got out of bed I would scream from the pain ( my pain tolerance has always been high). Next came the shoulder pain I felt like my shoulders were full of knots that wouldn't go away. Sexually, it took its toll on me too. Week 10 came the irritability and EXTREME FATIGUE. This drug is awful I don't recommend it whatsoever :("


"I was constipated for about 4  days. I tried Dulcolax on my 4th. I took one in the night. I woke to little cramps but I still didn't have bowel movement so I took a second one... when I tell it worked the next minute. I started having painful cramps for about 10 min. Then all of sudden it happened. Everything went out."


"2002 fell injured my lower back. Tried
a bunch of different meds, and just made me gaga and same pain. Then after a plea to my dr. He wanted to do something different. We tried 2, tramadol & Robaxin. To my surprise
no back pain and no more gaga."


"Hello I am 59 year old women who has psoriatic arthritis for over 7 years now. I was on remecade and decided to try something else so my RMD put me on stelara. So here's the thing although my psoriasis cleared up my arthritis is bad I've only been on it for 2 months so I am giving it more of a chance. Anyone else here have arthritis and on stelara? Thoughts please and thank you"


"I took Valtrex once last week for 7 days 3 x day during the outbreak (oral) and wow caught it right in time. I actually felt tingling right before and took Valtrex and next morning there it was. Immediatly took 500mg 3 x a day.  It worked so well with almost zero side effects at least for me. I have had HSV-1 since 6/08 and now I've got this oral for life. Anyway I started 3 days ago on suppressive therapy 500mg x1 a day and I take it at bedtime- same time every night, because it does make me sleepy so night is perfect for me. Unfortunately I have 2 dental appointments coming up soon and that usually triggers an outbreak. I'm anxious to see if it works."


"Been taking clonazepam for more than 20 years for juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. Have always taken 2.5mg /day. Haven't had any seizures since I started taking it. Sometimes I worry about long term effects of taking benzodiazepines but don't want to risk recurrence after all this time."


"I've been taking birth control pills for 15 years and SPRINTEC is the worst thing that has ever happened to me. I'm from Latin America and I used to take DIANE-35, that has very low hormone component, controls acne, reduce PMS symptoms and causes shorter periods, but is not available in the US. I started taking SPRINTEC 5 months ago because a have no insurance here and I feel so terrible now, dizzy, no energy, headaches. Please don't take this pill if you have insurance or a better option!"


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"From 18 years old until 24 (my current age) I used to have oily skin and all-over breakouts on my face and upper back. I was on Proactiv forever and finally was fed up with the ridiculous cost and little results. I asked my doc to put my on a BC that would address my acne issue and she chose Beyaz. I have never had terrible deep cystic acne, but rather constant red bumps/pimples and under the skin bumps. The first 3 months of taking Beyaz, I noticed less above the skin acne but more deep painful bumps. However, after the 3 month mark, my skin DRASTICALLY improved. It's smooth and clear. I get an occasional breakout here and there but holy smokes. I have no negative outcomes- no weight gain and no crazy hormonal outbursts. TRY THIS!!!!!"


"I had my prostate removed 13 months ago, and was advised by my Urologist and prostate nurse to commence a rehab program of 5mg Cialis daily and include a pump routine ( I do 6 x 5 minutes) one to two daily) which has almost returned my length and girth to square one. As I hadn't been achieving a erection adequate for penetration, my Urologist instructed my on injecting Caverject Impulse 10 mcg last Friday with great results. On Monday at home I self injected 10 mcg with no pain and stayed erect for 1 1/2 hours. Although I didn't; hit any small veins, it was a bit awkward finding the best spot, so this morning I decided to do a gentle pump, increasing the penis size and injected very easily. Increasing my dose to 15 mcg  was a bit tight."


"After several months of taking prevacid, if I don't take it for a day, my symptoms now are 10 times worse than they used to be before I started taking it. Not only that, but the doctor has told me that if I continue to take prevacid I will most likely develop osteoporosis (I am only 18 years old).  Overall, after taking this medicine for about half a year, my only choice is to continue taking it, but risk being deficient in some essential nutrients and develop osteoporosis, or stop talking it and experience burning pain and reflux every day, and continue to damage my esophagus."


"I'm happy and unhappy with this birth control. The pain of insertion was fine for me because it was fast and the doctor said I wouldn't feel it as bad because I just had a baby 4 months ago. Reasons I'm happy with Liletta - doesn't make me moody or sad like the pill did, no breakouts other than what I had before which is 1-2 hormonal pimples per month, and can't feel it.
Unhappy - Got it 5 weeks ago and have spotted pretty much every day since. My first period was longer and heavier. I get random cramps, especially after a work out and it is annoying.
My check up is next week and if the doctor doesn't think my spotting will stop within the next 2-3 weeks then I will be taking it out. Hate worrying about spotting every day."


"I've been on nexplanon for a little over 2 yrs now. For the most part I think it is best form of birth control. I had a normal length period the month after I got and I didn't have another one for an entire year. When I did have another one it lasted for a little over two weeks and then I had another one a month after and that lasted around two weeks. 2 months later and I haven't had one sense. I will say that I do believe it causes mood swings because I have found myself to be extra emotional for no apparent reason. The biggest reason why I love it is because my boyfriend and I have been together for a year and we've only used a condom twice and I still haven't gotten pregnant so it's extremely effective."


"Was told by a doctor who specialized in respiratory infections, because his main patients were miners, that I would suffer with chronic sinus infections the rest of my life and that a z-pak would work but to really wipe it out, I should use ceftin.  So if z-pak does not work for anyone try the ceftin.  I get z-pak normally because I can tolerate the azithromycin. A little stomach upset on the day after all meds are taken (6th day), but other than that, good results...usually takes 48 hours for me to feel better since I am older and have a weakened immune system, but on that third day, much much better."


"I took this for 2 years and got a light wallet and lung cancer."


"I have been taking Buspar for 2 weeks now. My doctor started me on 10mg - 3 times a day right off the bat. It has taken away the constant "buzzing" in my head. The general feeling of dread, helplessness, anxiety and constant worry along with irratibility and agitation that I haven't been able to shake since being weaned off Klonopin. (I was on Klonopin for 5 years). It has given me no side affects. I still do not sleep well, but today, I cannot imagine NOT taking this medicine because I feel 10X better than I did 2 weeks ago!"


"**Update** I have now been on Saxenda for 10 weeks. I have lost 28 pounds. I eat about 1500 calories a day tracking on My Fitness Pal. I never feel hungry. The only side effect is constipation. I would recommend this if you are trying to lose weight. I have been on many diets and never have I felt this good."


"I have had chronic sinusitus for 30 years. Sometimes 4 per year and we had to do cultures to make sure we got the right bug after have numerous antibiotics failed. I think allergies and maybe viral infections start it off and then it turns into an infection. This medication has worked for me over the last 10 years ,although we have used other drugs to good effect. I have had few side effects except for dizzyiness and some brain fog for a few hours after taking the drug. It works very quickly on my infections but I do worry about side effects. I have been an avid weight lifter  and never slowed down while on this med and had no issues with tendons or aches. This time I will take it a little easier and just keep my joints and muscles moving!"


"I used to have mild panic attacks, was always depressed, and just felt like I had the world on my back all the time. My doctor prescribed me 20mg of citalopram and it works good. My side affects are I'm usually tired throughout the day, I get the shakes on and off, consistent yawning, skin itches a little and a bit of a bowel problem. Other than that, I have found my moods to be much better, my depression is not as bad and I'm more up beat. Definitely, would recommend."


"I've been taking 90mg once a week for 6 weeks now. It has helped my depression and quality of life so much. Until this last week I have been having back to back anxiety/ panic attacks and I'm not sure what to do about it yet because of the benefits..... Does this go away? My chest hurts and I'm basically vibrating now every time it happens...."


"I got my nexplanon inserted on Oct, 15th, 2015. The only painful part of the procedure was the numbing shot. Downside of the whole thing is that I've been bleeding for the last 50 days straight, not light bleeding but moderate. Hopefully it ends soon, if it doesn't I'm going to have it taken out at my 4 month re-check."


"Hello all I'm 26 years old I been smoking since I was 18, idk why or how just picked it up to look kool, now at 26 after many chest pains anxiety attacks and stomach aches and I know 100000% it was me smoking which was causing me all those things!  It's been now 1 full week and after many nicotine gums hookah pens all of that I can honestly say this Patch is a blessing ! I have not had anxiety from not smoking not one chest pain this patch is amazing !! Works wonders I started on step 2! I highly recommend this to anybody who wants to stop smoking! It's also will power everybody ! Good luck save your body while you can!"


"I get yeast infections a lot and usually I just take AZO medication for about a week and it goes away, this time I tried the monistat 1-Day treatment and an hour or two later I experienced the worst burning and itching possible and using the cream made it even worse hopefully this is gone in the morning! Taking a hot bath relived some of the burning"


"I used Loestrin for about 6 months. I switched from Yaz because although Yaz promised a shorter period, I actually had it for about 8 days. With loestrin, I only had my period for 2 days - major plus. However, as time went on, I noticed that I would get stomach aches and the main issue was loss of sex drive. It took a while to realize that this was caused by Loestrin but just keep in mind that this is a side effect. "


"I have been on anti-depression medicine for about 10 years.  Different ones, but, the last one - Lexapro-.  I felt like I was going crazy.  I had crazy feelings of not being worth anything and like everyone was against me.  Cried all the time and did not want to do anything.  My doctor started me on Brintellix (20MG) and I felt better after about 1 week.  I have been on it now for 1 month.  I feel like I need this medicine to keep going every day.  It did cause me to feel nauseated daily for about 2 weeks.  That feeling has gone.  But the bad part of this medicine for me is that my taste has changed when I eat certain foods.  I have a better outlook on life and do want to do things but still have issues."


"Started on Pristiq after my dad passed away two years ago, and I was to the point I couldn't handle life.  It was great; I was happy, I could cope, I didn't gain too much weight (a little maybe, but I wasn't "obsessed" with food). My sex drive was pretty much gone though.  Because of lack of sex drive, and sudden migraines, I went off it after a year.  Tried to start taking it again, and it just wasn't working anymore.  The number one thing I would warn people about is that it's really hard to stop taking this medication. The side effects with the withdrawals are brain shocks, depression, blurry vision, confusion, exhaustion.  "


"Makes me very sleepy and dizzy. It takes a long time for the effects to wear off.
It does help with the pain. It does not get rid of the pain entirely but it tones it down."


"I take it before I go to sleep, and it is the best thing any doc could have given me . All the other meds made me feel like shit. And this one I sleep like a Champ and wake up with a smile."


"I'm in my 4th month of Epiduo and I'm finally seeing amazing results! My doctor told me that I would not be impressed with it during the first couple months but to stick with it..and let me tell you that was HARD! I had terrible peeling and redness and didn't think I would ever heal. But then after the 3rd month my skin cleared and the redness went away! I see myself in the mirror and can't believe it's me! My skin looks normal and so much more healthy. I didn't realize that besides the acne my pores were just dirty and my skin was uneven. Now my pores seem smaller and I have a nice glow. I never skip a night of using it because I don't want to ever go back to my old skin. Stick with it it's so worth it!!!"


"Started taking Prozac about 6 months ago.  I'm taking care of my 82 year old mother who has Dementia and I found my stress and anxiety going through the roof, many sleepless nights too.  The positives are that I sleep much better, my anxiety is pretty much gone and I'm much calmer and I'm handling my mother so much better.  The negatives are: no motivation at all - photography is my passion but I have not picked up a camera since started this medicine. I find myself grinding my teeth all the time.  Loss of libido, the worst thing out of it though was that I lost weight, I weighed 98 pounds but lost 13 pounds within the first month and can't seem to get it back. I'm now at 89 pounds and look terrible!.I'm going back to doctor next week."


"Complete Brain Fog, worse than anything you can imagine, literally can't get out of bed because of the brain damage that this drug induced on me, I feel completely literally detached from the world now, not to mention even the less serious it caused, ED, no Libido, Head Pressure, complete cognitive shift, feel like I'm in a whole different world, NEVER TOUCH this drug EVER EVER EVER, unless your old and have nothing else to lose and don't care about life any more. I would trade this with ANY other disease just for my brain function to come back again, I feel like I'm in a coma, it's absolutley frightful, everyday 24/7, it never leaves, sexual sides are a joke compared to this."


"Had to get an abortion just over a month ago. Wanted to use a different birth control because I started getting very sick after years of taking the pill. Depo seemed to be working fine for the first couple weeks. Then all the sudden I notice I am angry at almost everything. The next minute severely depressed. Yelling at my significant other for no reason. I already had mood swings before, and now its horrifying. I've gained weight and feel awful about it. I just got my first spotting last week. I'll bleed a lot. Then a little. Just waiting for it to end. Bad cramps everyday. I knew I shouldn't have tried this method, but the pill makes me sick to my stomach. Not doing depo again, have to figure out something else... Again!"


"28 year old female.I have both positives and negative effects. I have been on Strattera for six weeks Side effects constipation,dry mouth,anger and terrible insomnia. I cannot sleep even after taking zoplicone 7.5mg I struggle and when I eventually do get to sleep I don't sleep for more than 5 hours and its always broken I wake up several times so am always left feeling exhausted. My mood swings however have massive improved, pretty much stopped which I'm very happy about. Only complaint with mood is that I seem to become very angry over little things, I have had several arguments when I have always suffered with anxiety so am not confrontational at all.I am not happy and going to consult my psychiatrist regarding changing meds"


"I got prescribed in sertraline 25mg in May 2017, and  only I've been taken for a week now . This medication ease my worries and stable my mood but every time I take I feel pain in my chest or collarbone also headache and dizziness. Yesterday I went the 2 minutes walk and I was feeling dizziness and not stable on my feet. I was also more anxious and afraid and faint and worried about passing out. The first few days I got headache that's very strange, not the headache I normally get, but different one and it went away after. Also I was feeling strangle sensation yesterday in my chest and my neck. This morning I woke up strange my both eyes were blurry for just a few seconds and then it went away very quickly. Please tell me if anybody experience  blurry vision .thanks"


"I've just started taking the pills for only four days and I'm down 7.2 lbs! I am a heavy binge eater but I haven't done so since I've been taking the pills. Love them ..so far no side effects ..no heart racing or anything. I was prescribed 75 mg and told to take two a day. I've only been taking one a day ! Will up the dosage after

day seven. I'll be back with an update!.also I have to remind myself to eat..force myself really. It's definitely an appetite suppressant"


"Terrible!  I was on it 3 days while also on Viibryd and it caused me SEVERE anxiety. I was found to have a compound heterozygous gene mutation and the psychiatrist thought this should help. Wrong. I also found out through the gene test I cannot take SSRI's. Viibryd is a hydrid SSRI. The combination was bad news for me and I had to stop the AD cold turkey bc the blast of Deplin apparently caused me serotonin overload.

Still struggling 4 weeks later. From what I've researched, l-methyl folate should be started at SMALL doses, like 400mg, NOT 15mg (Deplin).... Lord!"


"I've had Nexplanon for 3 years. I stopped having periods after the first six months, and that's been great. It's very effective. The major downside: I got terrible acne, on my face, chest, and back with Nexplanon. I never used to break out before (I'm 21). I wouldn't say it made me gain weight, but the weight I have gained is almost impossible to lose. I think I will take a break from it just because I want my skin to go back to normal. If you have severe period cramps like I did, I would definitely reccommend."


"Lunesta at 3mg is highly effective for me. But if you truly want the full benefit of the med, you MUST avoid eating or even snacking a good full hour or more before you take it, otherwise don't blame the drug. Also taking with a full glass of water helps it interact with the chemicals of the brain for longer sleep duration. As a CPhT in Pharm myself, it frustrates me when those who prefer Brand opposed to Generic allege the two are not equals..(in most cases this is purely psychological). FDA requires generics to remain within 4% of a Brand Drug's formulation before they can market as the Brand's "Generic." Sometimes there is a legitimate difference when generics have been on a Pharm Shelf longer which CAN weaken potency. LUNESTA IS AWESOME"


"I'm 32 and have had acne since I was 13. I've tried just about every cream and pill except Accutane, and Epiduo has worked the best for my skin, which is very oily. I had mild acne scarring with frequent breakouts and this has gotten me about 90% clear of breakouts and I've seen some improvement with the scarring. I still get a pimple a couple of times a month but they're small and only last a couple of days. It did burn when I applied it around my mouth and on my chin for the first month though. I applied a really thin layer and would just rise it off after 20-30 mins. If the burning didn't ease up. Also, it took about 3 months to see real improvement. For someone looking to avoid the side effects of the pills, I would highly recommend this."


"This medicine helped my severe urinary tract infection after taking one treatment for 10 days. Before taking this medicine I was on cipro and sulfate antibiotics to treat my urinary tract infection, 4 times without success."


"Botox A has worked extremely well for my cervical dystonia but also, has been marginally effective for my trunkal dystonia.  The injections were made by Joseph Jankovic MD, who pioneered the use of botox for treating dystonia."


"I had the implant in for a year and a half gained over 2 stone and my arm I had the rod inserted was always numb and tingly feeling. I always felt bloated and  swollen,  puffy looking all over.  I hated it - the only good thing was it protected me from falling pregnant. It just wasn't for me. Everyone is different.  It  just took me long enough to get it removed and I instantly felt better.  Now I have no hungry cravings ad on it I was hungry all the time and never satisfied. I  could eat all day got really out of hand "


"I was recently switched from Gildess to Microgestin, & Microgestin was awesome! Very few side effects, & my cycle became regular, & cramps mild. I went to fill my prescription last month & was blindsided by this new brand Blisovi 1/20. The pharmacist stated it's the same formula as Microgestin. Yeah right! Since starting this b/c I've experienced intense headaches/severe sinus problems, vision problems, anxiety, sleep issues, bloating, sore/swollen hands & joints, very tender breasts, & feeling so lethergic. I was actually starting

to wonder if it even prevented pregnancy due to the symptoms. I thought it was just the holidays. Just finished the first pack & will never take it again! Do not recommend this pill!!"


"I was put on birth control to not only reduce my cystic acne, but to regulate my periods. As far as my actual menstrual cycle goes, everything is normal, if not a little bit better because of this pill. But with my acne, things haven't been going smoothly. If I didn't have a complicated skin care routine I'm positive my face would be covered in acne. When I first got on the pill, my acne did clear up a bit, but eventually I started breaking out even worse than I did prior to being on the pill. To say the least, I'm extremely disappointed. I'm not using the pill for its intended purpose (I'm not sexually active,) yet this was recommended to me anyways??"


"I have been taking Wellbutrin XL for several years for Seasonal Affective Disorder, taking 150 mg once a day to 300 mg once a day, depending on the level of my depression.  Every year, it has helped me.  In the fall, I feel a sadness coming over me, and find myself sleeping more, getting out and doing less.  When I start taking the Wellbutrin, within a week, I am back to my normal self."


"Prescribed in 200 mg dose, it is the only thing that helps me sleep when I have bronchitis, which is frequently.  Can cause dizziness, so take at night or if not driving.   And no alcohol."


"I recently had an accident where a board hit the side of my ankle at a racing speed. About 20mph impact to my ankle, and a broken cuboid, 2 torn ligaments, and a broken ankle cap. I was prescribed (M37) Vicodin. I take it 3 times a day and I live pain-free. But one side affect ive noticed is constipation. Sounds funny but its true, taking vicodin on an empty stomach avoids this."


"The best contraceptive pill i have been on. I fell pregnant immediately after stopping yaz. It controlled my pms symptoms migraines , acne weight the works. The only pill that has all the benefits.

I tried others & got bad reactions. This is the best of the best."


"50gm sertraline has changed my life. I suffered anxiety and social anxiety for many years. I decided to get help because I was getting married and didn't want it to be the worst memory of my life.
I'm now confident and not afraid. I can speak up. I enjoy work which is sales and I've improved drastically. I'm sweating less and have less nerves. No crazy heart pounding and mind blanking situations and unnecessary awkwardness. I could go on.. Be aware though, the 1st few days are intense.  I couldn't sleep a wink and my general anxiety was extreme. It was scary. Socially though, somehow I had improved the following day!! And now 2years on there are no side effects. It feels like taking paracetamol. Best decision ever."


"I have also noticed some weight slowly coming off."


"Zoloft has made my life worth living. If you suffer from depression, anxiety or OCD this drug can make your life better. Never any side effects that I could tell. I am able to manage my emotions much better and that little knot in my stomach that was there so long is gone. Give it a try.

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"Big boned brown lady who likes comfort food. Went from 216 pounds at 5"5 to 184 pounds 32 pounds gone. Feelin skinny and now swimmin at the YMCA. The doc likes my progress but 4 months is pretty good. Lookin to get to 155 within the next six months. It works"


"My bone density improved while taking Fosamax. However, I had nausea, intense heartburn, gained 20 pounds, and had to start taking prescription stomach medications due to gastric problems.  Finally, I stopped taking it, lost 20 pounds, felt much better and could eat again, but my doctor is now telling me I have lost significant bone mass since stopping this medication.  Will now try Atelvia with calcium supplements."


"At first I was in love with my implant birth control... it started with bleeding for a while and really randomly (for about six months), but not so much it was causing problems. I got it to regulate my periods (not for birth control as I am not sexually active) and with my first implant it completely ended my periods. After the three years was up, I was told that we were switching from implanon to nexplanon and thats when things started to go downhill. I've had the nexplanon for about a year and a half and the weight gain is what is making me get rid of it. I thought at first it was simply the freshman 15 since I went to college, but after making serious diet and exercise changes after first semester I've continued to steadily gain weight."


"I was on Ortho Cyclen 28 day cycle for almost two years. I lost my sex drive, I gained almost thirty pounds in five months, my moods were horrid, and constant migraines. I switched to the patch, which I had been on previously. I'm on my second patch and already my sex drive is returning, I'm dropping some of that weight I gained, and my breasts are growing (they aren't even tender).

My only serious complaint is the itching. My skin itches where I place it and leaves a few little bumps that itch and burn. I'll take that and deal with it. Also placement took a while to figure out but the best area to put it on is your shoulder blades. They don't wrinkle and scrunch up, or collect the linty stuff there."


"I started on Savella in July.  Have been on it for 4 months.  I have had such bad hot flashes 24 hours a day. Does not decrease.  Head aches severe constipation, which I have never had in my life.  Dizziness memory loss irratability the worst is severe high blood pressure. When I realized it was from the Savella I went off of it.  My blood pressure is coming down.  The pain is tollerable.  Do not take this medication if you do not have to.  It was weird how I found out the high blood pressure.  I went to 3 different doctors for different things.  They all asked me if I had high blood pressure. I didn't. So I drove to my PCP.  He immediately put me on medication it was so high.  Within stroke zone.   Please check your blood pressure."


"I can't believe I happened to read an article in my Dr office on topirimate today about weight loss. 3 years ago I took it for migraines and it worked . I also lost 100 lbs with very little exercise . I thought it was due to my not eating carbs.. Lolol. I stopped the topirimate and immediately put on 30 lbs. Well you can bet I pulled those pills back out of my meds box qjd am now going to take them !!! And maybe my migraines will let up a little. I stopped the pills because I was cutting down on all the meds and thought I could go without .. No more of that !!"


"3 time taking this today....much better than a few others on the market....hopefully this will be the last for at least 2 years...wish me luck"


"This med is amazing. 23 year old christian college grad with every type of anxiety for the past 2 years. Could barely go to class or the grocery store, felt dissociated, distant and terrified of people (including friends). Was scared to try any drug but after losing my job and needing to go out and interview I decided to try something. 3 days in and I feel totally changed. No anxiety. Clear head. Feel like I could even move countries to work and I've been out more in a weekend than I have been in 3 months combined. I take 5mg and 25mg of hydroxyzine to balance out the side effects (blurry vision, headaches, muscle spasms etc). Don't be scared just try it. I regret not going on this sooner."


"I had this MS since 2007, so its almost a decade now. Before I was on betaferone, and I keep on getting on & off MS side effects.

Since there was no improvement on the lesions, my Dr asked me to change it with this oral pill daily.. which I was quite thrilled about as I don't need to take injection, although there's possiblity it reduce the heart rate..

Surprisingly, till today, I did not get any side effect other than headaches, and when MRI was done, there was no new lesions. So, I'm quite happy and grateful this medication works for me."


"Like just about all the other reviews here, I find the packaging terrible.  The perforations between applicators mean nothing; you cannot break them apart.  I have to use scissors to cut apart the joined applicators.  I've used Vagifem for years and it breaks apart into individual applications easily.  I just called my doctor to change the prescription to brand name only!"


"I like the convenience of only having to take the once a year infusion.  I have had no noticeable side effects."


"7 days ago my psych added Latuda 80mg a night to my usual diet of 300mg lithium and 0.5 mg Ativan (when required).  The first two days as he tapered me up to 80mg of Latuda I was tired almost sedated and super relaxed.  My horrible rapid cycling has stopped, paranoia significantly lessened. I have only cried 3 TIMES this week and I feel amazingly like "my old self again."  I'm almost afraid its to good to be true and suddenly side effects are going to start.  But so far so good!  The only thing I've noticed is that I am eating again. I was having so much anxiety my food was choking me.  I am not gaining weight, just able to relax enough to eat.  I am hoping it will continue working and I will be able to wean off the lithium because of the side effects."


"Dilaudid worked great for pain without all the side effects from other pain meds, but doctors are no longer willing to prescribe them. Probably due to all the abuse and how difficult the DEA is now making things for pharmacists who fill them and doctors prescribing them."


"I have MS and often shake. I have a full time job and often had to listen to people ask me "had a little to much coffee?" or "are you cold?". Since I started taking two doses of Topamax - one in the morning and one in the evening my shaking has greatly diminished."


"My stepson is now 13 years old and has been on 5mg dosage of Abilify for about 2-3 years.  We discovered it when we saw a commercial for a study involving autistic children with aggressive tendencies.  Since then, his behavior has improved 100% at both home and school.  The only side effect, as mentioned by others, is weight gain.  To this I say, take a more active role in your kid's diet and force him/her to exercise.  This will offset the side-effects while still reaping the benefits."


"I have had chronic pain from nerve damage when I had a mastectomy 11 yrs ago. Have been to many pain doctors, tried epilepsy medicines, antidepressants, and now I am taking Tizanidine, Lyrica, Cymbalta and a wonderful compounded pain cream that is a lifesaver for me! It has Lidocaine, Ketoprofen, and Cyclobenzaprine. Mention to your pain doctor. I put a small dab on my arthritic knee too. My insurance covers it 90%. Good luck to all with chronic pain!"


"Great medication for Peripheral Edemas.
Decreased swelling up to 50% in just one week at 80mg twice a day."


"HORRIBLE!!! I had numbness/tingling my skin felt like it was crawling I got really irritable and had a seizure! If you have ANY unusual but serious side effects call your doctor! I have heard of other cases of people having seizures on this medication."


"I am on my 4th month taking this pill. This is my first time regularly having sex without a condom and I have not gotten pregnant. My sex drive is great, but I have a lot of cramps and breast tenderness. I gained some weight at first, but I went back down when I stopped eating as much. My periods have been long, but relatively light. Considering I can overcome the side effects and I get this brand for free it works for me."


"I'm 18 years old and I got the birth control implant months ago. The first 2 weeks were horrible for me my arm was sore and itchy and just in pain. Yes the implant does really effect your emotions I found myself getting sad or mad really fast, and cried for no reason for the first weeks. Other then that it's great! Don't feel it at all in my arm works 100% !!! Everyone needs to stop complaining about it, I mean it's messing with your hormones I'd expect it to make us emotional, everyone's experience is different, my sister got the stomach flu her first week. If you're really light in weight your period should be light and probably not even come. I just spot, but then again it's not 100% that you're not gonna get it or it's gonna be light."


"I've had the mirena for a little over a year. I haven't had a period in about 8 months but occasionally do get cramps. My sex drive has become very high. I've also gained 30 lbs since I got it. That's been the only down side of the mirena. Other than the insane weight gain, the mirena has been very effective and painless."


"This pill is awful. I have been on it for 2 weeks and I have been cramping horrible every single day, I've been so bloated, so tired, so moody, my anxiety I through the roof, I've been breaking out like no other. I called my doctor to switch me back to my old pill but they said I have to finish this pack. Never taking again!!!"


"I was on Solodyn for 5 years. I am now 19 years old and just quit about 8 months ago. It made my skin FLAWLESS and got compliments all the time. Never any noticeable side affects, although I did quit because I was afraid it was killing my liver and being on an antibiotic for that long is dangerous. Also, the last 6 months I noticed my breakouts were no longer controlled, as if my body was becoming immune to the drug. Now being off it my skin is worse than ever with many, many cysts. Going back to the derm to hopefully find something else that perhaps is not as hurtful to the body (I can dream lol), overall a great experience with it, it just made me sick thinking of what it was damaging internally to my body. Best of luck!"


"I've been on kombiglyze xr for 3 years and have never felt better.  All other drugs caused stomach pain & diarrhea.  First two years my doctor added glimiperide then Lantus 40 units.  After changing my diet I'm off glimiperide & only using 12 to 14 units of lantus, working on getting off completely.  Oh & I've lost 30 pounds.  No more night sweats or high & low blood sugars.  Did I mention my blood sugars have dropped from 7 to 6 on my A1C!  Two in a row!  Hope by next year I will be on 2.5/500 kombiglyze xr once daily.  After 8 years finally something that has worked for me!"


"I take 10mg at 60mg a day for a nerve impingement in my shoulder, a herniated disc and sciatica. In the past I have tried Vicodin, Percocet, oxycodone 15, Flexeril, and Soma. None of those medicines come close to working as well as baclofen. It also works way better than Xanax or Klonopin for anxiety."


"This drug makes me very drowsy, headache, backache, severe nausea even when taken with food.  The pain after urination is still there after 4 days on the drug.  The only positive thing so far is that I have not gotten a yeast infevtion which was common with other uriniary tract infection drugs."


"Oh. My. God. I thought my YI was bad before I used Monistat and now I'm wishing for that "pain and itching" to return to me. Lord in heaven. I paid a lot for this and my honey pot is BURNING. Not just uncomfortable, I'm literally dancing around and yelling curse words as I'm typing this. I can't take it anymore. I need to ice my vagina. I never thought I would ever NEED to ice my vagina. But thanks Monistat. The grandest of canyons has been scorched by satan's nectar."


"Prescribed 20 mg x 2.  Been on it for 2 months now and I'm weighing the pro's and cons.  I fell back to ONE 20 mg. per morning.  2 20 mg was too much.  Granted it helps with focus, memory, and makes me a bit outgoing.  But at the price of loss of appetite, weak erection, dry mouth, headaches, weakness and muscle cramps, sweating, and a few other nagging issues.  It's not the first time for me on this med, or groups.  They really are convenient for some of my issues but at a cost.  Not so sure if I want my focus, thought process, restored at the cost it brings me in the other areas."


"I have been living with high LDL my entire life. I had 4 CT heart scans over a 20 year period. Mild Plaque burden in one area seen grew to 3 areas. I tried almost every statin on the market. I could NOT tolerate statins. Between muscle aches, joint pain, muddled thought, energy issues. When running to Google my symptoms online, I realized thousands of people were experiencing the exact same. I was convinced all these odd symptoms were from the statins. I was off and on 4x and subsequently stopped. Note: best blood results were Lipitor but still MANY unbearable side effects! I ride a bike. I'm athletic. I'm physically fit my entire life. I eat better then most. My blood work with Rapyha after 3 months almost seems like a miracle."


"I can imagine with awe how I used to sleep even camping in heat or storms in tents in my 20's - maybe just so exhausted from mountain treks. In 30's, no major issues except occasional job stress or ex's loud snoring. All that changed at 40 when within 5 months my mom died, I got divorced, and I was stabbed up in a street robbery. Sleep is sometimes almost impossible, and if you're reading this site, you are probably looking for answers (for you or a loved one.) I've  been prescribed so many things, but Drs repeatedly tell me Traz is the best because it's non-addictive and allows all stages of sleep cycle. It worked great albeit funky dreams, but the next-day grogginess never left, so after many months I quit (absolutely no withdrawals.)"


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"You'll almost always notice a medicinal smell in your urine when you use the nasal (orange) form of Mucinex. The drug it contains is processed through the kidneys and it doesn't all get metabolized, especially the extended release tablets. It tends to make me a bit woozy as well, but at least I can breathe!"


"Very effective medication while I was on it, I did switch to Keppra though due to some side effects. It made my hands shaky and weak."


"My son was on Daytrana, it worked so well- he would still be on it if we could have gotten the dosage right. The 10 mg wasn't strong enough, the 15 mg affected his diet too much and he lost weight. The only other problems we had out of it was the patch itself- sometimes the plastic back didn't want to peel off and/or the patch wouldn't stick right."


"Hey all! I've seen where some people have mentioned the cost of Strattera. I have insurance and my copay was still $45. I actually got online and googled Strattera discount cards and my pharmacy let me use it on top of my insurance. My prescription ended up being free and I can still get a discounted price each month so I'm pretty stoked!

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"I really like this product. You are not supposed to use it everyday, maybe twice a week starting off, nor around the eye area or sensitive spots on your skin. I believe that's why so many people had a bad experience, you're not supposed to use a lot either and I would use an oil-free lotion also. I have no idea how this is possible but I used it one night and the next day there were no new pimples and my skin appeared clearer, it obviously didn't get rid of pimples right away but it definitely calmed my blemishes and they were so much less noticeable! Maybe it was just a coincidence but to me it felt like it worked overnight not even kidding!(if you're looking for something a little less strong use the clean and clear maximum acne cream!)"


"Was consuming Bydurion 2 MG week, Metformin 2000 MG day, Glyburide 15 MG Day, Crestor 20 MG day, Lisinopril 20 MG day.

Added Farxiga 5 MG Day 3 mos ago.   Average AM Glucose was avg 220.  Now 120 every day.  A1C will certainly be down from 9.0.   Frequent urination, but my life is better because of Farxiga.  A definite game changer for me."


"I have been on this bc for 2 months now and nothing but great things. Period is normal. No side effects. Weight loss and life is good. I mean I've never taken a pill. I've always had an IUD but this has been great and I would never go back."


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"We found pinworms in our 6 y.o. son first then later I started to feel the symptoms myself. We treated all family. It seems to help my son better than me - I still have symptoms. I took it three times already, but it doesn't really work that well. "


"This was the best drug I had found for my lower back, stress related pain. But my doctor sent me to an orthopedic doctor, which I thought was for my lower leg numbness. Now she wants me to take Mobic 15mg 2 times a day instead. I had tried Mobic before with no improvement in pain. I am VERY frustrated with my doctor and may find another one."


"I've been taking Sprintec for a month now. The first week and a half I started taking it, I had the worst mood swings (Crying profusely, suicidal thoughts, depression), but that was it really. Those feelings only lasted that long. The only times I felt nauseous was if I didn't eat a meal at all before or after taking the pill. (I believe if you eat a good sized meal right before or right after taking it, you'll be fine). My breasts feel slightly sore, and are a bit more rounded and full now (Which I'm curious to see if they get to another cup size, me being a 32A right now). I feel like this pill is effective and the side effects are mild and not too bad."


"I was suffering from hot flashes, night sweats, and irritability - symptoms of menopause.  The hot flashes were happening several times a day and were becoming unbearable.  My doctor recommended Venlafaxine since I had a strong history of breast cancer in my family.  The hot flashes disappeared the day I began taking the medication!  My only side effects were a lot of yawning (which lasted about a year).  About 6 months after beginning the medication, the hot flashes began to return (although not as often as before).  My doctor increased the dose and I have been fine for over a year now.  This medication really works for me!  My husband loves it too because he says I'm back to my "old self" again - not irritable!"


"As many of you know, the pain of gastro issues leave very little to laugh over, so that said: I've gained three inches in height back since taking this medicine!  See, I'm NO LONGER walking hunched over with my hand clasping my abdomen with my eyebrows scrunched up! I can stand upright again, now that the pain has subsided.  Truth be told, I had very little hope that this medication would work, I'd had "nerve" pills and "stomach" meds and just could NOT fathom that finally something WOULD kick in!  I had been in gastro pain for approx 3 years and my eating has become an issue due to it.  Having been 93 lbs not very long ago, and now hanging in around 106, I say try this if you can.  It MAY have saved my life."


"I have been on this medicine one week, I have been really hungry and now after reading the message boards realized the medicines may be to blame so I will adjust with eating healthier lower calorie snacks but besides that I feel great and have been sleeping like a normal person.
My attitude is cheerful and I feel more positive, and let me tell you before I started taking it I was seriously depressed so I feel like a new person now, I feel like my old self, before mental illness took over my life."


"Was it effective in preventing pregnancy? Yes. Did it make me miserable every day it was in there? Yes. Extreme pain in cervix every two weeks, bright red super heavy periods that would fill a cup in two hours when it's supposed to last 8-10. Weight Gain and bloating. Extreme PMDD symptoms."


"I was diagnosed with asthma & allergies 15 yrs ago. I am now 65. In the beginning b4 Zolair injections, my asthma would act up & I would cough 4 weeks until I had such a sore throat, broken blood vessels around my eyes & was just miserable.

Around 7 yrs ago, my Dr recommended I start Zolair injections every 2 wks. What a difference, like nite & day. I don't have any side effects either. I seldom have asthma flare ups & very little allergy problems. I still use an inhaler morn & nite & carry a rescue inhaler w me, which I seldom use.

What a life saver Zolair injections has bn. I have my life back."


"Post op foot pain. Not effective to address pain.  Mild side effects: dry mouth, skin feels charged and I am unable to stay asleep due to weird dreams that seem to just "pop" into my head.  First day on medicine, I'll call Doctor tomorrow hope he will give me something different."


"Took this for 6 to 8 weeks. Attempted suicide twice while on it. Sometimes this medicine works great for some, but for me, it made me a lot worse."


"I got Mirena put in about a year ago. I was very happy with the depo shot, but because of the dr appts and the risk of bone density loss, I was recommended to get the Mirena. Prior to Mirena, I hadn't had a period in about 8 years (which I loved). The first 8 months or so after insertion were great. However, at month 9, I started a bleeding and had awful cramping which nothing helped (ibuprofen, heat packs, etc.).It was so bad and I was so unused to a period at that point (I was told I may have spotting the first 6mo after getting it put in, but that my period would most likely not restart),  that I made an appt with my gyno. Turns out, everything was fine. I just now have a very long, very painful period every month. I may go back to depo."


"The first time I took this it worked in less than a half hour.  The second and third day, a little over an hour.  The fourth day, nothing happened.  So I took a second pill at bedtime, but nothing happened.  I'm so disappointed.  I really needed this to work."


"I've been taking this pill for about a month and a half now. I've gotten 3 periods within these past couple of weeks! It's very uncomfortable. Also I've been very emotional like the other girl said all "cry baby like". My mood swings are crazy. I've gained 5 pounds. But I am baby free."


"Not losing"


"Absolute life changer. I'm in my late 30's and have been on antibiotics for most of my life to treat moderate to severe acne. Besides Accutane, I found the most success with Bactrim, but recently became unable to tolerate it. It took four months for me to see results from Spironolactone, but what a relief to now not have my life revolve around trying unsuccessfully to manage breakouts and cysts anymore! I did experience lightheadedness in the beginning and still on occasion. Cut from 100mg to 50mg in the beginning to help the dizziness, and now back to 100mg. Very thankful I found this med."


"I have been using bontril for 7.5 weeks with only a 6lb weight loss following a great diet of protein, fruits, and vegetables.  I just phoned my physician's office and informed them that I plan on taking myself off of the medication secondary to severe constipation, headaches, insomnia, fatigue, and frequent urination.  I have been off the medication for 5 days and feel so much better.  I didn't realize the potential cardiac complications until today.  Oh well, live and learn!  Good luck to all!!"


"I started Zoloft 2 years ago and was taking 100 mg daily. I quit cigarettes cold Turkey and figured I cold do the same with Zoloft. I probably have 3 or 4 days left till its out completely. Good thing no one crossed me in two weeks. Everytime you begin to get upset a surge races through your brain. Don't be like me. Wean off the right way."