"I had this inserted in 2007, the anesthetic needle pinched a bit (used to numb the area) and after that I didn't feel a thing. I had bruising in my arm where it was inserted for a week after and it was a little itchy but I didn't feel any pain. I took care not to use my arm too much.

I didn't get my period until 13 months after and then it was very irregular and there were times when a couple of months passed and I didn't have a period at all. My periods lasted for the same amount of time as previous to the Implanon, 5-7 days. The period pain was as before.  The side effects I noticed were weight gain - about 10 kilos off and on - and my mood. I got cranky easily and people close to me noticed I was a bit more moodier than before."


"Smoked for 48 1/2 years - took Chantix for 6 weeks - 1 extreme dream and the rest were just vivid fun dreams. No other side effects. I have been smoke free now for 71 days and will be smoke free for the rest of my life. Like my doctor told me - Your mental outlook will have a lot to do with the "side effects"  if it's really what you want to do. Each person is different - try it - if it doesn't work for you - try some thing else."


"I had a Synvisc-One shot about 7 months ago in my right knee. The injection was not painful at all - just uncomfortable as the thick fluid goes in to the knee. I had pain relief for 6 full months. After this experience, I decided to get 2 shots - one in each knee. I had the shots done yesterday, and the pain from the shots was excruciating. The experience was nothing like the first time. I felt like I was going to pass out and as if I had been "sucker punched" in the gut. I couldn't get off the exam table for 20 minutes and could barely get in my car to drive home. I was in such pain and discomfort I went to bed and slept for 12 hours. Today, I still have discomfort and aching. "


"Throat infection/headache/ear infection. Four days twice a day helped me get rid of it. Just drink a lot of water people"


"Warfarin has dangerous side effects, but is indicated in life threatening situations. It can be taken as prescribed for a period following a pulmonary embolism, but the patient must take extra care not to fall, bruise, or cut oneself, because warfarin inhibits clotting. It saved my life."


"I got tinnitus one hour after taking 1.5mg. It is still going. Do not take Cialis."


"Excellent for dealing with anxiety induced panic attacks, helped regulate mood swings, and really helped with sleep. However, tolerance builds up quickly and addiction is a serious concern. As such, it helped only as a short term solution to bridge the gap into a more stable regiment of medication."


"I started taking Yaz almost 3 months ago. I was put on Yaz for hormonal acne (chin and jaw line).  I've had TERRIBLE experiences with birth control, weight gain, acne, mood swings, etc. I was nervous to start Yaz. Within a week my acne was completely gone! I did not experience any mood swings or weight gain! No "hungry all the time feeling." I was beyond excited. I started my 2nd pack and my face lit up like never before. Probably the worst breakouts I've ever had. I just finished my 2nd pack and my face is finally clearing up. Im just dealing with the aftermath from the breakouts (purple blue spots). I'm guessing my body was just getting used to the hormones. I'll check back in after month 3! Hopefully it will continue to clear up!"


"Excellent.  Worked  from day one for my anxiety! I tried SSRI's and Wellbutrin. Neither worked for my anxiety. 10mg of the propranolol and I am so happy and waaaaay less anxious."


"I have been using epiduo now for 6 weeks and my skin has never been worse. It is five times worse than it was when I started using epiduo and it keeps getting worse everyday."


"I had Implanon for just about two years. The first 17 months was awesome, no bleeding (at all), & no cramps. Right at 18months I started having irregular bleeding/spotting almost every week. It wasn't bad, but it got pretty annoying. I just had it removed today, and switched back to Trinessa. I gained only around eight pounds (which was a lot for me because I have always been petite). My face was constantly broke out!"


Amoxicillin / clarithromycin / lansoprazole

"Yearlong pain was gone by day 3. But on day 4, the horrible side effects started. The awful taste in my mouth at all times, worsening constipation, headband headache, and up all night with insomnia. If it wasn't worth it to get rid of this stomach infection, I would quit taking this med. That's how bad these side effects combined are for me. If it was just one, and not at all the up all night insomnia, I would be much better."


"I have been on phentermine for about 6 months and I am now almost 40 pounds down. I have major side effects that I never got before. I have extreme hair loss and I have some bald patches in my head, I just turned 28! My doctor isn't concerned at all and states it's just a side effect and wants to "wean" me off so I don't "withdrawal " after being on it for 6 months. My nails grow cracked now and I have to apply layers and layers of nail polish to keep them from braking and bending. It's awful, I even had to cut my long hair just to avoid my hair falling out so much. I'm scared to take showers, brush my hair and even run my ringers through it since my hair falls out in chunks. Irreversible alopecia is not something I want"


"As I have been on this medication for quite some time for my non-epileptic tonic clonic seizures, I have seen a general increase in quality of life with a couple caveats. One: I have short term memory problems as per one of the side effects, and two: I basically drink nothing but caffeinated drinks in order to prevent !myself from sleeping all day, like for instance, I slept 11 hours last night (I know) but I'm only 10 hours into my day and I've already passed out twice and am still tired."


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


"The first relief in twelve years...truly a wonder drug."


"I am have just completed my 3rd packet of yasmin. My acne is much much better. Skin feels a lot smoother. I am no longer having the large cystic acne and pus filled nodules. I get odd pimples and my skin is far from perfect but there is a massive improvement. They do say give it at least up to 6 months to get the full benefits of it. I will write another review in 6months. Also I advise not just to rely on yasmin but keep a strict skincare routine."


"My 11 year old daughter started Vyvanse 5 months ago when she was diagnosed with ADHD.  Her doctor keeps increasing her dosage-we've gone from 20 to 40 mg, but I am not really seeing a difference. Her appetite has dropped, but we find that feeding her well in the mornings and evenings has helped.  She is having problems with friends at school and we have noticed that she is incredibly bossy. She has been argumentative with everyone around her lately.."


"Was really disappointed. I had previously been on everything under the sun from epiduo, to clindatech and all. Very disheartening to everyday see new acne whilst a friend also on it was gaining no new acne. I would advocate for people with moderate to severe acne (as anything less, doxy may work) asking for something else as it truly is a waste of time"


"I started Saxenda on 9/1/16 and by 9/30/16 I had lost 18 pounds!  I increased the dosage each week and until I started the 3mg dosage, I constantly felt nauseated.  Fortunately, this has stopped and I am not having any side effects.  I am not weighing myself - will let the doctor do this at the end of each month."


"After having a nasty cold/cough for 5 days I had to do something, I was getting tired of sleeping in a recliner so I decided to give Delsym a try. Now it did help with the dry cough, I was still woken up to the gasping painful coughs but it was better than being awake almost all night long. I do have ibs-d and Delsym made me be in the bathroom most of the morning and it gave me the hang over headache. So Yes it did stop most of my coughing but who wants to spend the next day in the bathroom bent over in pain from cough syrup."


"Daily diarrhea for 50 years. Recently  diagnosed ulcerative colitis   Asacol for 10 days only.  Diarrhea gone. Gone! In my 70's and just starting to live--thanks to Asacol."


"I have had the Skyla IUD for about two weeks. The insertion process was a painful but it was quick. So far I love the skyla I have not had any problems with them and I hope I don't. My period came on and lasted for a week and it was heavy which they said it was normal in the first 3-6 months the only thing that I hate is the cramps that comes with them for me it is really painful but I took a 800mg ibruprofen and a heating pad and it goes away. But every person has a different experience I love it so far and if you decide to get one don't be scared if you have a great OBGYN then it will be fine and make sure you ask a lot of questions that you may be concerned about."


"I have had 3 infusions.

My ESR have gone from 33 down to 8 & my CRP has gone from 17.9 down to 0.7.

This stuff rocks."


"I've been on this pill for about 5 years now and I have to say it is amazing.  One thing I will note is that before I first started using birth control I had very regular periods, I strictly went on the pill for extra protection when I went into college.  After starting the pill my periods became less heavy, and they became some what irregular as the years went on.  The first year on the pill I would have a very very light period each month BUT as the years went on I would get my period every 2-3 months.  As of now this is the 5th month that I have not got my period, I am not pregnant but it is very odd to go this long without a period.  Most woman would like that but I like knowing that I would get my period every month or so."


"My daughter has ADHD and has tried every medication out there. Most did nothing but once we tried Daytrana Patches that was exactly what she needed.  Her grades improved as well as her concentration and her attitude. I am so thankful that we found the patch. She has used Daytrana for the last eight years. Even though she is 22 now, it is still a very important tool to help her focus in her last year of college. Organization, planning, study habits and everything else that goes out the window with ADHD is a new way of life and much more pleasant all the way around. Daytrana helps my daughter reach her potential and stay focused. She does have some redness from the patch but she would forget to take a pill everyday."


"I seem to get all of the side effects from medicines. In taking the smallest dose it seemed to help at first then I began to experience extreme dizzy spells caused by the Neurontin. I am now off and beginning a trial period of Cymbalta while I wait to see Rheumatology for more answers. Good Luck To All."


"I have been taking Cardura for 15 years along with a good OTC prostate formula med. My BPH has been under control. This year I developed ringing in my ears, it came on slowly but then all the time.. I went to several ENT doctors , and my own general guy and a few other MD's and the all said it was normal for some one my age, and the meds I was on deff could not be causing the ringing. I had test after test and the ALL said "get use to it"  it happens to men my age(67). Will I am on a few meds so I tried to eliminate one by one just for a while to see if it made a difference. When I got to the Cardura it was like a switch. It went away after 5 days off the drug. I would say 90%. Now if I take one Cardura pill, it comes back immediately."


"WOW, after years of having wet shirts, I was dry the day after I used it. It has changed my life."


"So i got nexplanon put in during my period during july and everything was fine. But when it was time for my next period i got another period and it hasnt stopped, it is now october... its been light but still i have to either wear a tampon or a pad all the time and me and my boyfriend rarely do anything because of it. Whats the point of me having birth control if i cant have sex? Im thinking about getting it taken out soon."


"I have been on Cymbalta, 60 mg, for over 5 years. It did work for the Fibro pain, even though at stressful times I still felt a minimum of pain.  I began to notice after about 3 years that I was very tired all the time and foggy in the brain. It was hard for me to concentrate when someone was talking and words were hard to find when answering them.  I finally told my doctor that I wanted to wean off of Cymbalta but I haven't found this to be very easy.  Been working on it since June and if I try to lower the dose too fast I become sick like a very bad flu.  I am now more clear headed and can talk with clarity since my dose was lowered to around 20 mg."


"I also suffer from anxiety and I take 50mg in the morning and 50mg at night. It works fairly well but maybe I need a stronger dosage. Zoloft has decreased both the depression and anxiety."


"I had the implant since 2009 I got it removed and replaced when my 3 years came. On 2015 when my 3 years was up again I haf it replaced , but this time they replaced it with the nexplanon I bled for almost 2 weeks than stop for a month and it would be off and on constantly! Than In may I started my period and it is now the begging of July and I am still bleeding and it's been heavy and will not stop! I hate this birth control so much I can't wait to get this thing out!!"


"I am a 47 year old woman, 5'9" tall...220 lbs, hypothyroidism sufferer. I have wanted to be on Saxenda for years. Finally got an insurance company that pretty much covered it.  I have been on it for 45 day now.. definitely reduced my appetite, yet I have not lost a pound? I am sooooo disappointed because I was very hopeful that this would be the answer to help me. Almost everyone else seems to have success with this drug. I ramped up to full dose within 2 weeks.. minimal side effects.
I don't understand how I am eating small, healthy portions and am very active and have not lost a pound. I am worried that this "failure" and disappointment is going to add to the depression and hopelessness I feel."


"I am a mental heath  professional that wanted to switch from Ambien to Belsomra 15 MG.  What a nightmare!!  This drug shouldn't be on the market.  Read feedback from others.  I had nightmare all night was being murdered by serial killer and was could not move or wake myself up.  HORRIBLE.  Took it 10 nights.  No sleep, just horrible dreams.   Read prior reviews."


"I have been taking Lotronex for almost 11 years (both before it was taken off the market and after it returned). Lotronex changed my life in that I became able to function as a "normal person." I can work, go out socially and eat most things without fear of sudden and embarrassing diarrhea. The pains and urgency are things of the past, unless I run out of Lotronex. Lotronex has been a God send for me."


"After contracting a rare form of cancer called Merkel cell, after taking an immune system suppressing medicine, I used Soriatane with great results. My psoriasis was completely clear while on this. After about 1 year, my dermatologist took me off the medicine stating that my liver could be affected if I stayed on it long term. He said my liver converted the Soritane to some form of chemical that was harmful to the liver.
"


"My daughter is 8. She started on Concerta over a year ago, didn't work long enough. The doctor started her on Intuniv for ADHD and Lexapro for depression. After about 3 weeks it was working great. She calmed down, started doing her school work AND homework. The worst side effect she has is dry mouth. I think if I can get that under control she will be great."


"This medication has been helping me so much. I have been taking it for 6 weeks now, and I am happy with the result. It is the only medication I have taken that seems to work."


"I started with sprintec and it seemed fine...then they switched to previfem. I have horrible vaginal discharge almost everyday, I have cramps sometimes almost as bad as before I went on the pill. My period lasts just as long as before 5 days and is still super heavy. I do have unprotected sex with my boyfriend and haven't gotten pregnant yet so that's a plus. More cons, more emotional, sometimes chest pain, nausea, I'm ready to quit. Only pro can predict when period is coming and not being pregnant"


"Been on Trinessa for 8 years for mild acne and birth control. At first it helped with my acne significantly, but it also made me gain 15 lbs (even though I was working out like usual); I feel like the medication decreased my exercise tolerance and motivation. Now that I'm in PA school my acne has returned.

Part of the weight gain was in my breasts, but also every where else. It also worsened my PMS symptoms, making me more emotional and irritable. Not fun to feel like you're always in a bitchy mood.

Overall, it did its job, helped with my acne (at first), and was cheap, but the weight gain and worsening PMS symptoms were not fun. I recently switched to Implanon because I hate taking daily pills and want something more long-term."


"I have been taking this medication for about 3-4 years. It has been my first and only BC so far. Changes i've noticed after taking it: I cry very easily!!! At the drop of a hat LOL. Also, big thing is that my period completely STOPPED (as opposed to having 5-6 day heavy-ish periods before). Sure, i've had breakthrough bleeding and spotting but that's because in the past, I have not been 100% thorough taking it. If I do stop taking it, my period comes pretty soon after. Beside that, I haven't noticed anything else. I do get tired easily but that could definitely be associated with other things."


"This is my first time in birth control and I was scared to try it becuase all the side effects. It's been almost a month now and honestly I didnt  suffer any side effects only the firt few days I was very tired but it went away.I totally recomend it"


"Severe side effects - extreme dry mouth, extreme dizziness, extreme weakness. No real help for the neuropathy. Could not figure out why I was feeling so poorly, until I did some research online, and discovered nortriptyline has a negative interaction with FOUR of the other medications I take. Stopped taking nortriptyline, and felt so much better almost instantly."


"Numbs your emotions. Which is fine if you like your positive emotions numb too. Not a serious solution to mental problems, just a way to cover them up. Dont listen to the doctor who tells you to halve your pill every week, you need to taper your dose by 10% and only drop again after about 6 weeks. Please don't listen to opinions of people who have been on this for only a couple of weeks!"


"I'm giving this medicine a 5/10 because I bleed for over a month. One month two weeks to be exact, and it has also taken my sex drive away completely. I mean 100% I don't even want to look at a man. I hope my man doesn't leave me. I'm thinking about getting off this and moving to Mirena, which is what I originally wanted but the initial cost is so high. When dealing with hormones I know my body will be altered in someway but pity about my sex drive."


"My dentist prescribed me this after he told me I had to get my wisdom teeth extracted.  I had an infection because one of the teeth hadn't come though the gum all the way and there was a flap of gum over it (before the extraction).  I've only been on the antibiotic for 3 days now and the side effects are worse than the problem it's supposed to be solving.  My entire side of my face and throat hurt so bad it's keeping me up and night and can barely eat/drink.  I feel completely nauseous and keep throwing up, which wasn't happening before I started taking it, and I'm so dizzy most of the day that I feel like I can barely get anything done.  I wouldn't recommend this medication at all."


"This is my third diverticulitis event in 9 years, and each time I have been treated with Cipro and Flagyl, but I do not remember feeling so awful the first two times, nor do I remember the horrifically bad taste of the metronidazole (flagyl.) I can hardly get it down and after I do the horrible taste in my mouth is beyond description. I have resorted to immediately grabbing a lollipop to coat my mouth and pharynx with the sweet sugary taste, which actually does help. On top of that I am nauseated, dizzy, have a foggy brain, and nothing tastes normal or good, not even water. I am thankful for the improvement in the abdominal pain, as that shows that the horrid stuff is working, but dang, can't they put it in a capsule?"


"This is the first method of birth control I ever used, and it worked fantastically. I love not having to worry about a pill every day. During the first week of use, I cried a lot, and I felt like it was for no reason.  However, this was also the first week after I moved out of my house that I grew up in, so I am willing blame the move for the weepiness.  The only other thing that I could even dream of complaining about is that it caused a slight amount of discharge.  It's not enough to cause any problems though, or really even any inconvenience.

I never had any breakthrough bleeding, weight gain, moodiness beyond that first week, NO real issues.  I suggest this to anyone who can't keep up with the pill, or even if they can!"


"For low back pain from herniated L5/S1 disc, I take 4 Ultracet (150mg tramadol) daily and up to 4 more when the pain is bad (300mg/day max).  This allows me to deal easily with breakthrough pain.  It is much less habit forming than Vicodin and works just as well for pain relief.  I am able to "manage my medicines" easily with this.  I didn't like the extended release (Ortho-McNeil brand name Ultram ER) as it seemed to hit too hard and then run out at like dinner time.  So I dose 4 times a day as the Tramadol seems to last about 4-5 hours.  The only downside I've had with Tramadol is an occasional short headache.
I also take Gabapentin, usually 1.2 - 1.8 grams/day depending on the pain level.  Gabapentin works well with the tramadol."


"I just started using Phentermine 37.5mg. It has only been 12 days and I already lost 10 pounds. Am so excited on how fast its working. Cant wait to see the end result."


"This medication just makes me ask the question WHY PEOPLE STILL TAKE METHOTREXATE AND 6-MP FOR PSORIASIS? I've been on this medication for about a year now and it's been a life saver. It took me from 80% body coverage (very thick plaques under all hair follicles, eyebrows would crack and bleed, just horrible) to just having a few little spots within 8 weeks. If your doctor is going give you a TNF blocker, tell him you want Stelara. So much more effective, convenient, and with fewer side effects. It's now classified by my insurance as the same coverage as Enbrel for psoriasis, and is even covered to a greater degree than Humira. In turn, you may be able to get it as a first line biologic if you request it. "


"I got the nexplanon in March of 2015 so far it's been good never had any problem bleeding wise but I have developed severe anxiety and depression and I'm always tired but when I close my eyes my anxiety kicks in and I can't sleep and I've had horrible mood swings the littlest things set me off!"


"I'm 62 and have had spotty bleeding for the last 12 years, AFTER menopause had definitely set in.  Recently the bleeding has intensified with cramps and small clots.  Obviously something is wrong, but I need to get the bleeding under control first.  The doctor prescribed the Provera 10 mg once daily for 10 days.  It seemed to stop the bleeding if I took it to the exact hour every day, but if I missed a dose by a couple hours, then bleeding again.  So I doubled the dose and started taking 1 tablet every 12-18 hours, which helped, mostly.  The cramps have lessened but not disappeared.  And I've had a dull headache for a week, with some relief as time goes on.  How long am I going to have to take this drug so I can stop wearing a pad?  Yuck."


"I lost 3 people in family to death in 15 months. I realized I had lost interest in almost everything, didn't even watch T.V in that whole time. I finally saw an ad for Cymbalta and asked my doctor about it. It's been 2 weeks. One week on 30 mg and 1 week on 60 mg. I am already taking interest in things I used to love. No side effects. What a difference this drug has made for me.  I am a bit tired but sleep doesn't hurt anyone. "


"So I totally agree with some of the comments below. I've been on Seasonique  since grade 9 (in my second year of college as of sept 2015). I'm not gonna say why but I will say that it was definitely great in the beginning. Periods became regular, I had my period for about 5 days which I find healthy in my opinion  since I don't get it for 3 months and has cleared up my face from acne and pimples. As of this year, I have noticed that the pill isn't working as it should. During the last week or 2 before the yellow pills or "period pills" I get constant on and off spotting. Then during the week of my period pills, I don't get my period until the last few days.Usually wed to fri if following the actual week. Been taking it for 5 yrs now  "


"I have a love/hate relationship with mirtazapine. Positives: When I first started it, it just about saved my life and lifted me from deep depression to mild/moderate depression. It also helped anxiety. It sure does its job putting you to sleep - which I really needed. I get a good 9 hours sleep EVERY night, which is amazing. Somehow it seems like It's the only drug I can tolerate even at higher dosages. Also at higher dosages, it starts to be more activating than sedating. Higher dosages also makes you a bit less hungry than smaller dosages.
Negatives: Weight gain!!! I gained 8 kg in less than 3 months. Makes you sleepy. Not effective enough. It doesn't Seem to help me coping with stress at all. I'm bipolar, and it has not made me hypomanic"


"My daughter was on Daytrana for ten years and yes it did help keep her calm and focused during school but at what costs.She was put on it from 2007 till 2016. Her school requested for her to be put on adhd medication. Daytrana was prescribed by her doctor sense we couldn't get her to take pills.  You basically apply in on top of your ovaries if you are a girl.  Of course I asked all of the questions that a concerned parent would. Here we are ten years later and she is fifteen and flat chested and just now finally got her period. I am now wondering if she can even have children later on of course but worrying. Our other daughter is 11 and got her period and is about a b cup and she is a foot taller, she however is not adhd or on meds."


"I had no ill side effects with this medication.  But, my doctor gave me samples, and when the samples were gone, my insurance wouldn't pay for the medication.  I came off of it even though it worked because of the cost."


"Only been 3 months on the Lo but I've definitely seen some changes. Yes it has allowed me to be more regular in my cycle and my cramps are lessened+flow is lighter, which is what I originally had asked for from my first bc and what I received and why I gave a 6/10. However, the side effects are so rough :/ I'm already an emotional trainwreck of a teenager with psychotic depression bpd and avpd and this bc seems to put all my emotions in a bottle of soda and shake until I break down. In addition, I've had a a much larger appetite since starting and have gained 20 pounds since I began taking it, and I've had a lot more migraines and dizzy spells (I'm a mess). Overall, I don't really like, and will most likely switch to a new bc asap"


"I have been taking ambien CR for about 3 years for insomnia and shift worker sleep disorder. My doctor recommended to try Belsomra 10mg. This medication did not work at all for me. I slept less than 2 hrs after taking it. I did not experience any side effects or feelings of sleepiness. The co-pay for this medication is $45 a month which is ridiculous. I will stick with the ambien for now."


"I've been on sertaline now for nearly a month I'm on 50mg, I suffer from just general anxiety. Since starting these tablets I lost a lot of weight in the first week along with feeling depressed and fatigue. I soon got my appitite back though. Recently I have been suffering with a bit of social anxiety kinda getting anxious about going outside and feeling anxious? May sound silly! With this medication you have to work around it and give it time. Work with the medication.. Eat good, sleep good (if you can) and listen to music and do anything that makes you happy. I really hope I see some more improvements soon as I'm out of work and being 18 in missing out on going out and seeing my friends because I don't feel like I can at the moment!"


"After having awful hemiplegic migraines with aura (which mimics a stroke and is really scary) on the combined pill, my OB prescribed this instead. I have not had one of these debilitating migraines since. I do notice some hair loss but it's not noticeable to anyone else but me. I rarely get breakthrough bleeding (but I never had heavy periods to begin with, just really painful). The tradeoff is so worth it. This pill has made my life so much better."


"Idk why I continue to waste my money trying abreva. I put it on at the first sign of a cold sore. And I've been applying it as recommended, well. My cold sore is still progressing at the same rate that it would have I not used abreva. Its too expensive. I won't try it again."


"Started the trial exactly 2 weeks ago. Weighed in at 305, 5'9" I am at my heaviest weight, even heavier (20#!!) Than being 9 months pregnant. First week I lost 8#, it makes me super tired, a little crabby, and I get a small headache. This week I went down to 1 pill a day hoping it wouldn't make me exhausted. Still tired and only lost 2.5# but also on my monthly this week. Ugh. Trial is up and I am not sure I want to fork over the $75 each refill. I'm conflicted. So yes it helps curb appetite and helped me lose over 10#! But I'm also drinking a ton of water and working out 3 days a week."


"I have been on a wide variety of medicines for anxiety over the last 8 years, recently my Dr put me on Gabapentin because I suffer from extreme sensitivity especially when sitting (burning sensations), I tolerated this quite well at 1800 mg but still had anxiety, My Dr changed me over to Pregabalin four days ago, I have had a pressure headache on and off in the left side of my head and quite severe bloating, however the Anxiety seems more under control, has anyone else had these types of side effects and if so do the pass with time."


"I have severe endometriosis and a lot of scar tissue from laparoscopic surgery four years ago when they removed two large cysts that were wrapped around my fallopian tube, which I lost. Then last year my right ovary hemorrhaged and I bled internally for two days, two weeks ago I had a cyst rupture on my ride side. I am SO done with being in pain. I've been in non stop monthly HELL for the past 4 years! So I got back on the Depo-Provera shot. I took it when I was a teenager for two years for my endo pain. And I loved it. I am so glad to be back on it. I am also on a seizure medicine that makes birth control ineffective, but has no effect on the Depo shot, so that is another plus."


"I'm 17 and I've been on this medicine for 6 months now and I'm super pleased with it. I choose it because I didn't want flu-like symptoms. At first I was nervous about getting skin reactions but I haven't had anything at all! It was quite painful for the first couple of weeks and using heat and cold packs helped it but now I don't need to use them. I totally recommend this but it's a bit too soon for me to know if it's reducing attacks."


"NIfedipine helps"


"Okay, first off I will say that this medication is not (at least for me) an instant cure. It's a process, and in the meantime it's a very hard process. While checking your face every day for results you will experience: dryness in your face, hands, lips, eyes, nose (which causes nosebleeds let me tell you), your makeup will not sit right on your face so don't even bother wearing any, you will break out worse at first before you start to see it clearing up, you will feel like it isn't working, you'll get upset, want to stop, but then- when your six months are almost up it's like your skin is perfect. I went from severe, cystic acne - to not having even one zit on my face. I can finally go without makeup for once in my life."


"Tastes so bad! I make sure I drink before I take it and every time it gets stuck in my mouth and leaves the worst after taste I've ever had"


"It was OK. I gained alot of weight on it. I went from 210 to 255pounds in four months. Didn't help my suspicious behavior. I think Seroquel XR was a better drug for me, but I had to take a very high dose of Seroquel XR. I'm considering asking the doctor to put me on an old psychotic med like Prolixin. I have had some good results but I stopped the meds early because I was afraid of all the side effects especially tardia dys."


"Just started this medication 2 days ago - 150mg pill daily for the first week and then it will be 2 pills daily after the first week. I took the 1st pill in the evening and it gave me a serious energy jolt, lifted my mood and I also stayed awake until 2am. I couldn't get myself to sleep plus I was jittery all night. My sleep was not that great and woke up very tired. The jittery feeling subsided in the morning, so I decided to take pill 2 in the afternoon. This was much better, just little drowsy. My mood is currently calm and content.

I took Zoloft several years ago and while on that medication, I was ready to kill somebody. I stopped it immediately.

Hubby says I don't nag and yell at him as much, so I am glad for my happy pill! ;)"


"I starting taking 1 month after experiencing a TIA, took for one month then quit after one month. I have now been a non smoker for 7 months."


"These eyedrops are rubbish. This stupid product caused blurriness. NEVER BUY THESE!"


"I take Fentanyl patches. First was on a 25   a 12.5 every 72 hours.  Soon, the breakthrough pain was intolerable so he increased me to 50 every 72 hours.  I developed some mild breathing problems, so he took me back down to the 25   12.5 but instead of every 72 hours, he has me taking them every 48 hours.  This change is new, but hopefully it will do the trick.  This drug has been a God send!  Without it I couldn't function and I wouldn't want to live. My pain was THAT bad before Fentanyl, even with the back injections.  Best wishes to all of you who are dealing with terrible and chronic pain. Future surgeries may partially correct my back problems; until then, I'm thankful for Fentanyl!"


"I have taken plan b multiple times and for the most part it worked. However the last time I took it I started what I thought was my period and went to go have a surgery. They tested me and found out I was pregnant. Moral of the story is even if you think you got your "period" take a test to be safe."


"Efficient for allergies, but bad side effects. I experienced many of them: ringing in my ears, insomnia, unusual behavior, anxiety, unable to concentrate, itchy skin, and a couple more."


"Clonodine has saved me more times than I care to remember from opiate to benzo withdrawal.  I'll never understand why it isn't prescribed more often and why on earth benzodiazepines are given out so carelessly given they are nearly impossible to get off of after years of use and seizures-death are possible if quitting too suddenly.  You can also experience withdrawal symptoms from benzodiazepines for up to three years.
Rant over...."


"Valtrex has been a life saver in relation

to recurring shingles. It reduces the pain and inflammation and duration of the outbreak."


"Levaquin is a little expensive however well worth it. My doctor prescribes it when I get severe sinus infections and I always feel better just after the first dose."


"Awful, swore I was on this before and was miserable but gave it a chance because I switched doctors and we didn't have old records but I had the horrible flash backs instantly as soon as I switched to this Birthcontrol. I had the following symptoms:

Lowered sex drive; my boyfriend even noticed, it became embarassing.

Breaking out

Weight gain

Intense headaches

Nausea all the time; felt like I was car sick 24/7

Severe cramping; never wanted to crawl in bed and cry so much as I had with this med.

Heavy periods

Interrupted sleep

Tender boobs

Ughh needless to say this has been a nightmare do not do this to yourself."


"I was prescribed Orlistat from my doctor and have been using 3 pills a day with every meal. It is my 5th day and I have lost 6lb! I am over the moon!! It really does work! But you must be on a low calorie low fat diet & exercise. No side affects so far "


"I've started taking Effexor XR recently at the lowest dose 37.5mg and the first day you get very nauseous even if you do eat beforehand, I felt so foggy. After a few days the side effects subsided so I upped my dosage to 75mg and the same thing happened. So I'd recommend when starting this medication you also have an anti nausea medication with it otherwise you'll have a few crappy days. This medication has benefited me the most out of all the others I tried because it brought back my focus."


"So far it had been a little over a month and a half on 5 mg, for my depression and constant ups and downs. I have bi polar, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Of all the meds this has helped tremendously, with only nausea as a side effect. I eat toast and peanut butter and it seems to help. I feel like myself again, with better concentration, more energy, and I'm smiling again. This honestly saved my life with the help of other meds that I am on!"


"Pataday is amazing. One little drop in each eye in the morning, and the redness goes away within seconds. Pataday definitely improves my vision throughout the day, especially during allergy season. And, you only have to wait 15 minutes before you can put your contacts in. I don't experience any side effects, except a thinner wallet."


"I've been steadily gaining weigh over the last couple years, and even more since my hysterectomy. My Pcp decided to try me on Belviq to assist me in losing some of the weight I'd gained.
I started taking 10mg Belviq twice a day, 9 days ago. My weight before starting was 223lbs. As of day 9, I am down to 217. I've always eaten pretty healthy foods and I really don't exercise much. So I'd say Belviq is definitely helping!! The only side effects I've encountered were:
1. The 1st couple of days I had a very mild headache
2. It made me feel a little sleepier, but not too much. (I definitely sleep more sound at night which is always good.)
3. My appetite has certainly decreased, so I give myself smaller portions now. I'll update more later "


"I cannot believe I did not look up this drug before buying it... NEVER AGAIN. I have read reviews of this that said "I never write reviews for products"... Well neither do I and I am just like the others who are writing one to warn you about this. I thought I should choose the 1 day because it was recommended and I am very busy... Well now I still cannot do the work I needed to because of pain and ITCHING I am going through. The side effects are worse than any YI I have ever even had. The pain was unbearable so I took a bath, nothing, I am currently sitting with ice in between my legs to see if that will help, still nothing. My experience from this pain and itching is so unbearable I am traumatized and will never try monistat again."


"This works for nerve pain, but is waaay stronger than Bengay, Tiger Balm & the sort.  Honestly, this should have a more serious alert on the bottle.  My dr had me start nerve de-senitizing-i think its called.  I have two types of nerve pain & the pain can get real ugly.  I used a brush on my hamstrings and adductors to "densitize".  I was still just going crazy in pain, meditated-well tried.  Prayed & am now suffering the consequences of putting Capzasin HP on my Scrubbed legs...maybe 30 min past the scrubbing.  Honestly, this pain rivals my nerve pain-awful close anyway.  Good product, but BE careful, w/kids, pets, older folks & especially people in crazy pain undertreated by a propaganda driven war on pain medicine & the Pain Drs."


"I started Saxenda 2 weeks ago. The only side effect I have had is being tired all the time. I have lost 6 lbs with no exercise,  but now that my kids are back at school I'll be going to the gym.
I find that I am not hungry for like 3 days, by the 4th day I am starving. I will be starting 1.8 in 2 days so hopefully that will stop the every couple day hunger."


"This may not be the way to go for everyone, but for me it is FABULOUS! I had so many problems with my periods before, and cramps so bad I had to miss work! About 6 months ago we decided to give this a try and I did have some bleeding for maybe a week and a 1/2 or two but since then I haven't had one at all. This thing has been a God send to me! I also will say it hasn't done anything to my moods except maybe make them better. I will share just for this review that I have struggled a lot with depression/anxiety in my past. But actually have been able to get off some of my medicines for that too. I really hope the warnings don't scare you away because it has honestly changed my life in many ways."


"Was taking 5mg Saphris at night, 5mg in morning. Was sleepy and slightly depressed during the day. Now taking 10 mg at night. Works better, helps with sleep which has improved a bit. I wonder how long it takes to build up in system. Added Vyvanse in morning which helps slow my mind down greatly. Seems to work better in tandem."


"No health insurance. Went to the ER for UTI and was prescribed Bactrim. UTI symptoms quickly subsided (didn't disappear completely but like 90% better) so that was nice. Then the Bactrim symptoms started. Oh man. I had a different set of symptoms every day. First it was tingly hands and severe fatigue. Then I had a full blown panic attack (depression and anxiety can be made worse by Bactrim apparently so I tried to keep reminding myself of that). Last couple of days I've had headaches and bad nausea. I'm on day 6 of my 7 day course now-- gonna try my best to make it through the whole course but wowww it's tough. I just hope these symptoms clear up once my pills are gone. It got its job done but made me miserable in the process!"


"Before the implant I suffered from GAD and Panic Disorder. Once I got that under control through Zoloft, I decided I wanted a effective birth control I wouldn't have to think about taking everyday. My doctor told me Implanon was the best option and I was eager to get it inserted. Ever since I've had Implanon inserted, my anxiety became worse than ever. I can't wait to get this thing out of me! If you suffer from any type of anxiety or depression, DO  NOT get the implant!"


"I LOVE Nexplanon. I always struggled with remembering to take the pill and had pregnancy scares all the time. Now I have no periods, no cramps, I feel completely normal, no weight gain, and it's great to know I'm protected without remembering the daily pill. The insertion was quick and easy, the tiny pinch of the numbing shot was the only pain. I highly recommend this birth control. I am very pleased."


"I think I read every single review and watched every single youtube video on Accutane before I finally decided to start taking it. Every time I looked in the mirror I hated myself because of the way that I looked. I was embarrassed to be seen by anyone and I wore tonnes of foundation to try and cover my acne, which probably made it even worse but having acne made me crazy insecure about myself. Taking Accutane was the best decision of my life. I feel like a different person and not only has it made my skin 100 times better but I am far more confident too. My lips got quite dry but apart from that everything was great. My only regret with taking Accutane was that I didn't start taking it earlier. It is genuinely a miracle!"


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


"I've never been a depressed person until now. I call it a situational depression. I tried to handle it on my own at first but got so tired of crying all the time decided I needed help, something to get me over the hump. So, I've been on Pristiq for about a month. At first I felt like I was in a Benadryl haze for about a week. Just felt strange. One night about a week ago I woke up with the worst night sweats I've ever had, like I just ran 10 miles. Drenched! I could have wrung out my shirt, gross. I also have zero appetite. I wasn't hungry until about 5:00 today and just had half of a salad. I seem to get full fast. As far as my mood, much better. I'm not crying my eyes out everyday which is so refreshing. I feel less anxious."


"My experience with Oysthia is horrible! I have only been on this medication for two weeks and I'm giving up. I keep having mood swings. I was angry at my mom and fiancé for no reason. I threw my cellphone at my fiancé. Lately the anxiety attacks are just killing me. I already have anxiety but this medication makes it so much worse. I literally have at least four anxiety attacks daily. I take my anxiety medication and it still doesn't help which usually it does. Last night I had an anxiety attack so bad two hours after taking the pill and I couldn't even rest. I'm not taking this anymore! Also I been eating like crazy. I had fast food then came home and cooked pizza."


"Caused restless leg syndrome; unable to fall asleep. Miserable nights due to lack of sleep."


"Immediately after inserting the"egg" I was on fire and have been ever since. It's been several hours. I've had a shower and now I'm in to ice. My vaj is swollen like a baseball and inflamed like you wouldn't believe. I'm ready to go to ER. The cream didn't help but made everything worse."


"Only thing that stopped me from having seizures"


"I feel as though Vyvanse allows me to not feel the ups and downs. I don't always have to be doing something but I am concentrated and alert to what I have to do. I started taking vyvanse for the past year and a half and I went from a B student to a 4.0, international student."


"I have been taking Cymbalta for about 10 months now.  At first the side effects were difficult because I felt nauseous, dizzy, had brain zaps, constipation, and my dreams were crazy.  Luckily I did not quit within the first 2 weeks and the side effects mostly subsided.  Cymbalta has really helped with my anxiety and depression.  I was on 30mg then 60mg.  The first couple months were the best with no anxiety at all but slowly it started to come back. My dose has just been raised to 90mg and am also on Wellbutrin.  Not perfect and I don't want to keep raising the dose but Cymbalta has really improved my daily life and relationships with others."


"100% awful!!! I got the implant in November 2013. Due to medical complications that resulted in a blood transfusion. My doctors put me on the nexplanon to control the bleeding and restore my iron. I bled just about every day, for two years. It may end for a day or three. Or even a few hours. But never anymore than that. I gained 30 lbs. That I can't seem to get off. I had migranes nearly every day. Bloating, mood swings, couldn't concentrate, no sex drive what so ever. Acne so bad, and discharge that looked so grouse. But clean pap-smears . I had a horrible expirence and wouldn't recommend it to anyone."


"Woke up yesterday morning to a horrible sore throat, it got significantly worse fast and I ended up having body chills fever and muscle pain all over my body. That night I couldn't sleep a wink it felt like someone was putting a hot branding iron to the back of my throat every time I swallowed, it was like I was trying to swallow raw sharp razorblades. The worst pain I could imagine. The next morning I went to the doctor and he gave me prednisone and amoxicillin for 10 days. I was about 60% better by lunch time. The releif was unbeleivable. I still can't believe how I could get better so fast from something so horrible and painful. Feeling blessed to have that nightmare behind me. Would highly recommend this corse of treatment for strep."


"This medication worked great at stopping my cough immediately. I was diagnosed with bronchitis but I think it is now pneumonia. A strange thing happened though. I noticed every time I took it, a few hours later I would feel like I had the flu. My skin would hurt and I would actually get a fever which I didn't have before."


"About 6 months in I began getting a little moody, but didn't think much of it. My periods have begun to get really heavy and I never know when they are going to stop or start. Sometimes it will last 4 or 5 days and sometimes I'll have my period for a month straight. My mood swings are absolutely terrible lately and I've  had some depression (I'm generally a very happy person). I have headaches regularly and have pregnancy symptoms all the time, such as sore breasts, spotting, bloating, and nausea. My boyfriend and I have barely been able to have sex because of the almost constant period, so no wonder you don't get pregnant! And my sex drive is much lower after getting it inserted."


"I'm rating it a 5 for now because I took it 10 years ago with no problems. I started on 25mg then. This time they started me on 50 so maybe it is the dose. I took it last night and I have had one continuous panic attack. Tremors. Insomnia. Sick to my stomach. A hot sensation that comes over my body. I'm a mess. Waiting on Dr to call me, so if I decide to stay on it I will leave another review. 10 years ago when I took it, it just made me emotionless but I was also going through a lot. I lost a bunch of weight with it too. However, I had 0 side effects."


Acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine / codeine

"Works outstanding for my migraines."


"Been on Flomax for BPH for 7-8 yrs now. Its improved my urinary volume and flow rate  But it has also caused me to have dry ejaculations at times. I can maintain erection and have mutiple ejaculations, but its effect on relaxing the prostate slows my volume of ejaculate."


"I've never had to fight with acne in my life, because fortunately I was blessed with good skin. I started getting large amounts of deep set acne all over my chin and neck once I started this birth control.  Also had about two weeks of breakthrough bleeding each cycle. As well as severe mood swings. Would not recommend to anyone."


"I have taken Tenuate for 2 months now and lost almost 20 pounds. This is HUGE for me as I had tried and failed to lose weight -any weight- on my own for years. In addition to helping me lose weight, on it I have more energy and a better mood, so I did some research and found that the medicine apparently also works on increasing the serotonin in the brain. Good stuff - I've been very happy with it."


"This medicine was actually doing some good. My doctor started me off at 10mg since I don't respond well to antidepressants (such as Paxil, Effexor). At first I started actually having the suicidal thoughts they warned me about for the first week. Eventually after 3 weeks I started to notice a difference in my panic attacks. They were weaker but still bothersome. My depression was also getting better but around 2 months of taking it. I still had the crying spells. I told my doctor and he bumped me up to 20 mg. Slowly I really started to notice a bigger improvement. It's been almost 3 months and my panic attacks are very weak as I am able to control them! My crying spells aren't as bad but I still get them. (Not as often which is great!)"


"I took this medication for approximately two years. For depression, it is the best I have tried. Side effects: I was always hot and seemed to sweat more in tense situations. To come off it I had to bump down to the 30's once a day, then every other day, then every third day and so on for about two months. Finally weaned off completely and feel great."


"I took this pill for 8 months and had zero side effects except no period. I stopped taking birth control for 4 months then started again with same pill. Have been taking for 4 months now. First two months I broke out a little and didn't get my period. Third month had very little spotting for 4 days, and I'm about to end the fourth pack. I've had very minor side effects. I personally enjoy not having a period to worry about every month, instead just light spotting every 2-3 months. I haven't broken out since the 2nd month, I guess my body was getting used to the birth control."


"I was very excited when I started taking this medication. And then.... I had read the side effects and was like oh this is crazy. I will say I was on no other medication. I have never had hair loss like this. It was gobs of hair in my shower. The previous posters that refer to brain fog - yep that too."


"Had  so much dark spots and my doctor prescribed this medication best thing ever work in less than a Week am happy skin is flawless now"


"I have had the Mirena only for a month however so far so good. The insertions was not as painful as I expected maybe because my OB inserted it while on my period. He stated for easy insertion. Afterwards little cramping but nothing major. The only downfall is its only been a month and I have been bleeding often. First week no spotting but second week spotting then third week spotting but little more. I don't think its my period just yet as its a week before but I hate the in between bleeding."


"I have an extreme case of depression that very few experience, and I have had extreme depression for over 25 years with pain I cannot begin to describe. In the past, Nefazodone and Cymbalta rescued me and each worked for a decade or more, but they eventually pooped out.  None of the SSRIs and other drugs worked for me.  I switched from Cymbalta to this drug and within days this drug started working.  If you are one of the 10% of depressed people where only norepinephrine antidepressants work for your depressed (SNRIs, Tricyclics) then this is a good drug to try. It is too early to tell if this drug will work long term for me.  The side effects of this drug went away within a week for me."


"I had used numerous other eye drops in the course of 3 years prior to being diagnosed with Sjorgen's Syndrome.  The only succesful drops were the Theratears (single usage-no preservatives). Unfortunately it has been just in the past 8 months or so that I have not been able to purchase this product at any drug store located in South Central Ontario Canada.  Once again I needed to try some other drops that where accessible to me.  No success and much frustration.  I decided to take the big step and order on-line directly from the company. (Never thought I would do something like this but I was desparate)  Thank you ever so much for shipping this product because it is indeed a life saver.  Thank you Theratears."


"Started at 5mg twice a day.  Got dizzy about 20 mins after taking it but that didn't last long.  After a week I just didn't feel it was helping, but I also was given gabapentin for pain which my doctor said would help with anxiety.  Afraid to take the two together so just stopped the Buspar. I'm thinking I will try adding the Buspar back in again and giving it a little bit longer.  Hoping for better."


"This medication worked for about a week,  but now I just sleep right through it.  I'm on 200 mg. I set an alarm to take the medication in the beginning I'd  wake up about 45 minutes after talking it,  but now I continue to sleep."


"When I first started taking Opana original formula I was overjoyed. Finally a medication that relieved my pain. Then the new formula came out and I literally cried. Why did you change a medication that worked so well? I realize that you're trying to make your medication abuse proof, but you did so at the expense of the legitimate Opana users who take the medication as prescribed. The new formula gives me no where near the relief of the old formula and it also takes twice as long to work. "


"my doctor tried switching me from lantus to toujeo because my blood sugar was always high in the morning.  It started out working to bring my blood sugar levels down, but within four to six weeks, I had gained 10 pounds (and I am not tall), I had swelling, and I could barely feel my toes due to poor circulation.  I have never had problems with circulation that could not be regulated.  I have had type 1 diabeletes without too many complications for 35 years, and am otherwise, healthy.   I had to have my doctor switch me back to Lantus because Toujeo was destroying my body.   I hope this does not replace Lantus or I will not be around for long."


"Some reviewers are commenting Trazodone "does nothing" for their fibromyalgia and only helps them sleep.  Yet, insomnia is a HUGE part of the illness!  For me, pain is the most crucial factor keeping me from sleeping.  However, I find that when I sleep, I have a much better day afterwards-- usually with less pain.  [It's a cycle.]  I look forward to my quality of life continuing to improve.  I have used a much lower dose of Trazodone in the past, and it worked excellently for sleep.  This time, I've had to take 150 mgs (plus muscle relaxers sometimes).  I need and plan for 10 hours of sleep.  Sometimes I wake up feeling great.  When I awaken groggy, it wears off after awhile and is usually because I didn't go to bed early enough."


"Plan b worked I'm not pregnant. My period came a week early but hasn't stopped yet. I'm on day 22 of my period, although it's light it won't quit. Also experienced bloating, cramps, and breast soreness. Took the pill within an hour of the initial accident."


"I love this stuff... I actually use a different medication for my body called Stelara and I love that product as well. But this is a good back up for special occasions when I want to let my hair down! I spray several days before the event and I am almost clear. I spray before bed and sleep with it in my hair and then around noonish I wash my hair! Also don't wear nail polish while applying, It will be like nail polish remover. Great product."


"Took Synthroid for about 15 years and although I never felt it was working for me my doctor would only say "well, your labs look good."  I read about Armour and had my doctor change me. Armour was amazing.  I felt great after 2-3 months.  Weight dropped, dry skin and hair improved and my energy level significantly improved.  Then all of a sudden I developed a terrible rash on my hands.  Doctors tested for contact dermatitis, other allergies, all came back negative.  The only new addition to my routine was the Armour.  I read other reviews that discussed the fact the Forrest Phar. had been sold and apparently Armour was reformulated with possibly other fillers.  Stopped Armour and the rash disappeared.  Miss its benefits."


"I have just started using Vyvanse a couple days ago. Even though I haven't been on it for very long, I already notice some differences in my everyday life. Almost everything has changed for the greater good. The only bad thing I have to pick on is that I have experienced a multitude of side effects such as headaches, rapid heart beats, and dizziness. Other than that, I like Vyvanse so far. My opinion in the future may or may not change, but most likely not. The effects of Vyvanse are pretty immediate, for me at least. It has also come to my attention that some people don't notice any change sometimes."


"I tried Saw Palmetto for approximately 2 years for a mild urinary problem - slow start, weak, intermittent stream, up 2-3 times per night. It didn't take care of the problem, but seemed to help some. As time went on, I increased the dose from 1,000 to 2,000 mg/day to achieve the same amount of relief. I tried stopping altogether and my problem got worse. Overall, I would say Saw Palmetto helps a little and may be worth a try - at least there are no side effects."


"I experience pain also. I rcashed riding my dirt bike last year but I survived. Tramadol saved me for those days of pain.
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"My husband has always what's called prostrating attacks, which is a form of a migraine that leaves him in so much pain he can't function at all! The only medication that has ever worked on him is the Imitrex. This stuff is awesome! The only thing that is irritating is every time I get his prescription filled the pharmacist try to give him the Sumatriptan (the generic version) which makes him so sick he will throw up nonstop for hours. So I always have to tell them he needs the name brand, and I have gotten into many arguments with pharmacists trying to tell me it's the same thing. IT'S NOT!!!! When my husband takes Imitrex his migraine is gone within minutes, he takes a Sumatriptan and I feel like I need to take him to a hospital."


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"I was on Aviane for about a month. I have never had acne in my life and started getting BAD acne. Not only that but I had a lot of spotting. It's been a couple of weeks since I've been off of it and now I'm on the Nuvaring (which I like) and the acne still has yet to subside. I started going to a new doctor and she said that the acne could definitely be because of the Aviane and I agree."


"I have been on this medication for over three months for moderate acne. It got rid of most of the acne but the first two weeks were almost unbearably painful. After three months, I didn't give up yet, but I still get big red and under the skin pimples that are super noticeable along with whiteheads. My skin is covered in acne scars that faded slightly from the exfoliation of epiduo but my skins texture is hideous, it is dry and crusty, and on top of the extreme dryness, it is oily! This medication is very hard to deal with and as soon as I stop using it I know I'll break out again. I think epiduo will work wonderfully on foreheads but all over the face completely killed my skin. I hate my skin only slightly less now :/"


"I've been on and off the generic version of Alesse for around 2 years now. I love this pill because I don't get many side effects and it has worked perfectly for the duration of my usage. But the downside is that it made my skin break out. I've always had acne prone skin, but on this pill, I get large under the skin bumps and clogged pores all over my chin - which is an area I NEVER experienced problems with (and how I pinpointed it to the pill). My forehead gets clogged pores as well which is unflattering. I've try to ride it out and hoped that it would go away but it never does, even with a great skincare regime. Although I don't experience other side effects, the acne never goes away and seems to be getting worse - not worth it."


"I've been taking Tricyclen since I was 15 (I'm 18 now) solely for my heavy period. At first I was taking the 28, and it wasn't a high enough dosage (no idea how it works there) and I switched to 21. The heaviness stopped immediately. I never had any side effects, which was a plus. The only thing I have to say as a con is migraines. It just started recently, probably the last 6 months. Other than that, the medication is working!
I recommend to anyone who wants to get rid of acne as well. I also used it for acne, and it disappeared within the month."


"Pristq. Well.

It's still early days but I'd like to share my experience already with this medication. (I'm only on 50mg, no idea how in the world people are surviving on 100mg). The first few days can be described basically as absolute hell on earth. The side effects kicked in almost immediately after waking up the morning after taking it (night dose). It honestly felt exactly like coming down hard off ecstasy. I had absolutely no ability to function for hours. Then the nausea, the dizziness, the headaches, the jaw clenching, out of body feeling, feelings of euphoria and depression all at once. In short it was an absolute joy! But it does get better! And it really works a treat. I find myself laughing a lot more, anxiety is half as bad."


"I have lost 16 pounds so far in 2 months on Invokana.  I have found that it actually suppresses my appetite.  I'm not having cravings or eating as much as I was. Only problem I'm having is with burning and irritation in genital area.  I tried the over the counter meds for that but it hasn't cleared up.  It is driving me insane!  Hopefully, I can find a resolution so I can continue to take this medication!  I actually feel better and more energetic than I have felt for the past few years."


"I didn't really have a chance to find out if this medication lifted my mood, as I got really bad side effect of flatulence! It was terrible and very embarrassing I had to come off it after 5 days."


"I was given Benadryl at the hospital for an allergic reaction. It instantly shot my heart rate up to 217 bpm and instantly my mouth got dry I couldn't swallow my chest felt hot like an elephant was sitting on it and I got really cold. It put me into shock my body wouldn't stop shaking, I could breath.  It was so scary I thought I was dead thanks to the doctors quick response he saved me but it almost killed me. "


"My pain doctor gave me 12 shots in my cervical spinal nerve roots.  He used this on me - after a couple of minutes then up to five minutes (according to him) I still was fully conscious and alert.  I told him this and I told him that I didn't think the medicine was working on me. He decided to start the injections and after the first injection (6" needle) I screamed and told him I could feel the the entire pain effects from the first shot.  The anesthetist said he would give me a second dose (did he?  I don't really know) and then we waited for a few minutes - he gave me a second shot - and I told him I was still fully alert and the medicine wasn't working."


"I was diagnosed with ms 2003, and used betaseron, thrilled to take a tablet. So far so good, started out with headaches, body aches, general all over not feeling good. Then I took medication at dinner rather than  in the morning. I slept thru the side effects,  sometimes only waking up in the middle of the night with a headache that tylenol would correct. Now I am free of side effects only my hair is thinning out. I think I will stay with it. I have been free from any major problems, and thats the main idea!"


"My hubby started taking Cialis on Friday March 24. His issue was being able to maintain and erection.  Within 3 hours of taking it he was able to have intercourse with me and was able to maintain his erection,  and it worked like a dream it has been 2 days and we are having sex like we did when we were 20!!!!!  He is 43 and I am 45.  I am a nurse and have talked with him about getting help and I'm so glad he did!!!!!  No side effects as of yet!"


"I have a longstanding history of Depression and Anxiety. I've taken many medicines with some horrible experience. I also seem to "wear out" on a medicine. That is, it's effectiveness diminishes over time. I had a recent severe episode of Major Depression so my doctor decided to switch my anti-depressant (Lexapro to Zoloft with Wellbutrin unchanged) and add Ability.

Having gone through this before and warned by my doctors not to expect anything for several weeks - imagine my surprise when I got to the end of the 3rd day I'd taken it and felt a little better. On day 4 I KNEW I was responding to the medication. Within a few more days ALL of my symptoms resolved. It was just short of a miracle!

I have experienced no side effects which is a relief."


"Had this fitted following a TOP 9 months ago. In that time gained 2 stone and had only 2 - 5 days without bleeding. My periods were regular and light before, now im bleeding lightly for 2 days followed by a week of heavy, painful clots and hourly tampon changes. Great contraception, I lost all my libido and bleeding like a stuck pig isnt too attractive! GP put me on cerazette rather than take it out, im 2 months down the line bleeding more than ever. Appointment booked to demand this horrible thing out, or im taking a paring knife to it."


"I have been smoking for 30+ years and quit using Chantix. The only side effects for me were the nausea and wild dreams. Knowing the outcome was better than the side effects I took it for 2 weeks, got through the hardest part and moved forward smoke free. If you get side effects and are determined to stop smoking it will help!"


"I have been on this pill for 2 years. Side effects experienced lasted about 4 months and then everything went back to normal .This included going from a C cup to D cup. Eventually went back down to C. Did NOT experience weight gain in other areas except chest. Breakouts pretty bad in first 4 months, but calmed down after my body got used to it. I'd recommend doing facials during this beginning period to calm the skin. I still get occasional breakouts, but nothing like the nightmare stories reading on the reviews. I'd suggest sticking through it for at least 6-8 months before you throw in the towel. Your body is going to react to new hormones entering your body. I get my period sometimes not at all and sometimes 2-5 days."


"Nexium is great.  Pantoprazole (Protonix) also works just as good."


"I was on this medication for one month and have never felt worse in my entire life. Before taking this pill I was an energetic and positive person. Now I am exhausted all the time and hit a wall at 4:00 every day. My confidence has plummeted and I am experiencing extreme mood swings/anxiety/depressive symptoms. I have never experienced anxiety prior to taking this birth control and I have had multiple intense panic attacks within the past month. Other side effects have been increased heart rate, tight chest/trouble breathing, & chronic headaches. I was put on yaz for my acne and it did help in some sense, but it is not worth feeling like crap 24/7."


"BEWARE! You are playing Russian Roulette when you go on this medication. I cannot imagine how this medication ever got on the market, the side effects are so severe, including the risk of cancer. This is worse than insulin shock!  I started this medication almost two months ago. I have had constant nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. I have also had intense abdominal pain. I stayed on it for a month, but the symptoms were so severe I had to quit. I have been off of it for four weeks and am still experiencing nausea, vomiting and diarrhea on a daily basis. This drug poisoned my system. I have become so weak from vomiting and diarrhea, I am drinking Powerade Zero to keep the dehydration at bay."


"Caused extreme painful headaches, which did not respond to painkillers."


"My experience with Paragard is short, and anything but sweet. I had it put in on Wednesday, I'm having it removed Monday. Having it put in was painful, the cramps following insertion have been awful, and the dizziness is insane. I know this is gross, but the bleeding and the discharge that's reminiscent of passing a mucous plug during pregnancy is horrible. I have had Mirena and everything was ok with it, but I'm just not going to put myself through this unnecessary pain and misery... that's my experience and my opinion."


"During the month I took Cymbalta, it helped relieve my fatigue and may or may not have helped with some of my pain.  When I first started taking it, I felt completely drunk all the time, but these side effects got better after two weeks.  I was unable to sleep for more than three hours at a time and had a very hard time falling back to sleep, and this is why my doctor took me off of this medicine.  Although it helped with my fatigue, not getting enough sleep meant I was very tired.  I also experienced severe constipation (bleeding with every bowel movement, which was about once or twice every two weeks), my sex drive completely disappeared, and I constantly felt dizzy. "


"I've been on Kariva for almost 3 weeks now and the first week or so my body definitely had to adjust to the hormones. I was getting hot flashes, burning up at night, fatigue, nausea and easily agitated/emotional. At the beginning of this week I feel like I'm finally adusting. What I don't like is my vagina is so dry when normally it's wet all the time, and my sex drive has diminished quite a bit. Like others have said, this is taking a toll on my relationship. Guys have to be so patient while we deal with this crap!

Overall though, this is the best birth control I've been on. My skin is looking great too! I'm going to stick this out for a couple months but if my vagina continues to be like the Sahara, I don't think it's worth staying on."


"It made my blood pressure spike (190/119).  This was in the late morning, early afternoon after taking, so I have to assume it was when the CNS suppressive effect was wearing off. My doctor (a psychiatrist) was not interested in discussing the possible reasons for this. I had pounding in my head and pressure against my left eyeball."


"This didn't work at all  I went to the beauty supply   Got Teatree soap   And wash my granddaughters head in it then  tea tree spray   . Sprayed all over her hair.  Combed her hair .  Every day I sprayed some on my hand Teatree  Then rub it in her hair every day before she went to school she never had a more head lice any more"


"I was on this BC for 8 years and it wasn't until I got off of it that I realized how horrible it was for me. I had terrible mood swings, anxiety and depression. I felt psycho. I experienced hair loss. Extreme bloating and frequent constipation. I was diagnosed with IBS while on this BC. I was constantly tired. The only positives for me is I never got pregnant while on it and my periods only lasted for about 2 days. Everyone is different, but watch yourself closely while on this BC. I was miserable because of it and I didn't even know it."


"Oily skin, 29 days on epiduo Middle acne before using epiduo.So when I started using epiduo I saw results the first week my face was getting better. 2 weeks in epiduo my face was all red. 3 week my face was getting worse .4 week it isn't improving. i will keep you updated"


"I found this to be very effective in treating the after effects of double fusion of cervical vertebrae.  Then I found I was having less difficulty with fibromyalgia.  I was on 3 a day and only side effect was weight gain."


"I have been applying cream to my face for actinic keratosis for 3 weeks and my face looks horrible , like I have been burned bad. I have 1 week to go and hope I make it.  It makes your skin burn and itch so bad but that is better than someday having to have surgery to remove skin. I found that if you apply vaseline to lips and eye lids before you wash your face helps not getting it on them. You do not want to get it on your lips ,it burns them really bad. I hope I make it through this ."


"I've had it in for a couple months so far it's been good. A little spotting every once in a while only hurt for a couple hours on the first day I got it put in. I'm 18 years old no kids. Works great I'm satisfied with it. Don't get long periods just about 2 hour long at the most. Partner says he doesn't feel string. Hurts ever once in a while."


"I am taking this since last 4 years.1mg tab from Dr.Reddy and it cost less than $3 for a month in India. It's a wonder drug and it stopped hair loss and also to have good thick hair. Wish I should have started early. I had very little loss of libido and think it's good for me to concentrate on other activity. No erection problem so far but yes reduced morning wood. I am happy with the results."


"I do not recommend this birth control. I am a healthy 20 year old with no previous medical history. A month into taking this new birth control (I changed doctors and she changed me from ortho try cyclen because she doesn't like it) so I decided to give it a try. Within first 2 weeks face started breaking out bad, mood changes, appetite change (constantly hungry),feet started swelling and then chest heaviness and palpations along with shortness of breath. Needless to say I stopped taking it and I now I feel fine. Do your research before starting a new pill."


"It worked amazing. I smoked over a pack a day. I've been smoke free for over a year and half now. I highly recommend it to anyone. My blood pressure has lowered and as well as cholesterol. My teeth are amazing and gums have actually regenerized themselves. Best decision I've ever done."


"I hated taking this medicine. My doctor gave it to me because I'm 10 weeks pregnant and it's a safe antibiotic, but it makes me extremely exhausted, and have nausea.  I didn't even know I had a urinary tract infection until the routine test came up positive, and the medicine make me feel worse. "


"I got my ParaGard IUD 6 months ago and I love it!. Yes there is still occasionally spotting and my period is a little heavier than it used to be, but I won't have to worry about pregnancy for the next 10-12 years. If I want to become pregnant during that time it is only a matter of a doctors appointment and a little tug then BOOM pregnancy is possible.

The insertion did hurt a lot. Like severe cramping for a few seconds and then a bit more cramping for the next day or so. After that I have lighter cramps for a few weeks, but it was completely worth it to not have to worry about hormones (which my body hates) or unexpected pregnancy. The only reason this review is a 9/10 is because my period is heavier and cramping is a more than before."


"I was diagnosed with BPD yrs ago.   I find lamictal stabilizes my impulsive behaviours and tones down my anxiety.  My Dr says lamictal is good for depression which I agree .  It has an antidepressant property.  I went off it for awhile just to see if it was still working and I found myself getting progressively more impulsive...... I take Abilify and Brintellix as well.  Take good care everyone"


"I have been on Opana for 2.5 years and i never felt better i take it 2x a day and oxycodone 30mgs 4x a day I am 55 years old and with my medicines I can do things like a 20 year old. The best pain medicine ever. I have been on different pain medicines for 18 years."


"After taking Humira for 2.5 months my hands look so much better."


"I had been suffering from THE WORST hay fever for 3 months. I'd been to 5 different doctors and have been on umpteen different meds. Finally, the last doctor suggested I try Allegra. Within the first few hours I was feeling wonderful! Allegra is a fast acting, powerful medicine! So thankful for a doctor who knew his stuff! This will definitely be bought every allergy season!"


"I take 7.5 mg twice a day.

I feel great and no side effects

I'm  happier and stress free and no anxiety.

A great med for anxiety"


"I've had the paraguard for 10 yrs and it is the best birth control decision made. I've only encountered a couple heavy periods a year but not bad at all. I wouldn't switch it for any other birth control."


"has not relieved any of my symptoms from hashimoto's. Recently I have been getting severe leg muscle, and joint pains. It was not until my son started jot down all of my symptoms that I thought were not related, he figured out that my medication was not doing its job. I originally was on synthroid and switched off because of the cost of it even with insurance and I was having regular side effects from the pills."


"It made my viral count undetectable in 8 months. My T cell count was always high but the drug elevated it a bit more

 I experienced no side effects so it is worth the $6000 annual copay I have to make"


"I take 20mg Feldene every morning, stiffness is manageable for most of the day. No side effects in two months. Like any other medication there may be risks involved, but for me it has worked very well."


"I've been using this medication for over a week now and it's made my skin extremely dry, I can't apply foundation without it looking patchy regardless of the amount of moisturiser I use morning and night alongside primer. It's broken my face out with pimples. I didn't even have pimples to start of with-the medication was for scaring. I am so dissapointed with this because it's further spoilt my skin"


"I had my first injections today painful but not terrible. My doc gave me Ativan 1mg po next time I'll ask for Valium 10mg po next time. I'm still having bleeding. They did not tell me to stop placix and ASA so if you take either or both ask. I'll call my doc tomorrow sat and check on that. I'm encouraged by all the good comments on this forum."


"Useless. Coughs are still really bad and frequent. Took more than the directions said to see if that would help and let's just say don't do that."


"I have been on Saxenda for two and a half weeks. I lost 4 lbs the first week, 3 more the next week and now I'm down a total of 13 lbs! I really didn't think it would work for me. The first two weeks were really hard and I felt sick. I'm doing a lot better. My portion sizes are a lot smaller. I don't work out, which I know I need to and the weight will come off even faster. My goal is to loose a total of 50 lbs, but I will still be obese at that.

Another thing, I am bulimic. I have not forced myself to throw up since I have been on this medication."


"I have a degenerative disc disease  in my neck & lower back. I have used ultram for a year. Usually 2 each 50mg. At bedtime . This med seems to work well for me so far."


"Was prescribed Geodon for mania in Bipolar.  Cannot recommend this drug.  I tried to go back to work after being in the hospital for 2 weeks.  Often, I would fall asleep even while typing or working.  This made other activities dangerous and I quickly met with doctor to stop taking this.  I can see this as being a short term fix to mania, but ongoing use of this drug is dangerous.  It could make you have an accident or worse if driving."


"it makes me pee a lot and sometimes ill itch all over like crazy

have been taking this for about 2 years on and off -

im hypertensive at 165+/90 and have had good results with this pill with lower readings of 140/...

the only real issue i have is the constant urinating and itchy skin"


"So my boyfriend and i had sex.

We normally dont use condoms, instead he always pulls out on time and he's good at it. One day we decided to be safer and use a condom, but the condom broke and he didn't pull out.

This happened on the 9th which was 7 days before my ovulation day. I took plan B within 30 minutes and it worked. 5 days later on the 14th i got my period and had no side effects whatsoever.  I was really worried and scared, but that gets you nowhere.

Try to stay calm and simply give the pill time to work."


"avoid this medication it has stolen my life. i wasn,t told the risks of addition and withdrawal. and believe me when your going through withdrawal your on your own as drs are in denial about the consequences of this drug which i can only describe as horrific.  run for the hills if your prescribed benzos"


Acetaminophen / dichloralphenazone / isometheptene mucate

"I love Midrin. It is the only thing I have found to knock out the Migraine fast, provided that I get it soon enough."


"So far so good. I have been on Lyrica for about two weeks. I sleep better and pain is a bit less during the day.  "


"The implant was inserted about 1 month ago in efforts to alleviate the depression and anxiety I feel the pill caused. I am sad to say it didn't help. And now, I am emotionally unstable with sadness, and just not caring about ANYTHING. Oh did I mention rapid weight gain with extreme cravings! And no sex drive "


"I decided to give Dulcolax a go after looking for constipation relief. I took 2 pills at 6pm, I got up the next morning I got up and felt fine, within 10 mins I needed the toilet urgently, it wasn't a pleasant experience, it was literally water. Then 10-15 mins after I had another 3 similar bowel movements. I experienced mild cramps before each movements, and felt a little sick and hot. After an hour or so it calmed down. I did have stinky wind throughout the day.
I would recommend you only have one pill to start with and see how it works. It says LAX on the end of the name, it IS definitely a laxitive. I wouldn't take this if you are going out the next day, just incase "


"I have been on dessicated Thyroid since I was diagnosed in 1999, recommended by my naturopath as superior to synthetic.  My problem has been that most doctors dose based on TSH which doesn't necessarily equate to thyroid function.  I was losing energy in the evening, falling asleep after meals and having a hard time losing some weight (not normal for me).  I found a practitioner to monitor dosing to my symptoms and I am much better.  I take 60mg in the morning and another 60mg in the afternoon and I have lots of energy and sleep when I want to.  I'm still taking less than many who regularly take thyroid meds, but I feel great."


"I started Latuda (20 mg) about 2 weeks ago and felt improvement almost immediately, like within 24 hours. I was extremely skeptical thinking it was just an anomaly but I have felt good every day since starting it. I am bipolar 1 and was in EXTREME depression and anxiety before starting it. I do not take it with food and have had no nausea. (As a matter of fact I had had more nausea before starting Latuda than after! ) I have been on about 8 other meds and none have worked like this. Just 3 weeks ago I could not even sit at the table for a family dinner. I was so depressed and anxious I would leave almost immediately. Now I feel happy ( yes happy!) and sociable. At first it made me sleepy but that one side effect has left."


"I really wanted to write a review on this because I saw so many people like myself who were freaking out. But this works completely! My boyfriend and I had sex 2 weeks ago and the condom ripped. According to my calendar I was most fertile that day. So I took a plan B about 30 minutes later. A week later I felt extremely weird and not like myself so I started to get paranoid that the pill didn't work. I was supposed to get my period yesterday but I woke up to nothing, except all of the symptoms of my period (back ache, stomach ache, bloated) but no blood! I got a little worried but read online that it might delay the period. Woke up this morning, and BOOM! There it was!!! This worked for me!!!"


"I had the worst experience with Monistat. I thought the medicine wasn't working and it was just the yeast infection getting worse. I was bleeding and swollen. I was unable to walk or sit down with our incredible pain. I don't remember crying because of pain since I was a child. I went to the doctor in the middle of the day crying in bathroom while I tried to hold it together on a conference call. The doctor said it was really nasty. I was allergic. I had chemical burns internally and externally. From now on it is Diflucan all the way.  They need to warn about the possibility of this reaction. I had to leave during a very important meeting at work because I was practically writhing in pain."


"At first I loved the patch, but quickly I became unhappy. The patch falls off at least once a month. I follow the instructions and put it in a place with no hair, and wash well with mild soap to remove and oil on my skin. This patch has me my face break out terribly along with my back. It has made my anxiety and depression worse! It will fall off because my skin is oily, and my insurance won't pay for extra patches. I started the patch to control when I get my period. I have my wedding coming up and I don't want any surprises with my period or pregnancy. However on my second or third patch change I ALWAYS get my period. I literally take the old one off after I have put my new one on. I'm very unhappy."


"Due to a toxic neuropathy which causes an excess of electrical conduction through my peripherical nervous system and results in neuralgic pain specially in my legs, arms, hands, feet, torso & face I have been taken 450mg a Day. It worked for a couple of years but now my body tolerance has reduced its pain killing efect. Don't want to increase dosage and my neurologist seems at a loss as what to prescribe."


"I started taking Tri Sprintec as my first birth control. I needed something that was going to take away my nausea and vomitting when it came time for my period to start. It did just that. But now I'm nauseous all the time, I have terrible cramps all of the time. I have terrible, terrible mood swings. Not to mention the weight gain and my boobs got bigger. Now the boobs getting bigger part isn't bad, it's painful when your breasts are just really tender all of the time. Not to mention sex became painful while taking this. I do not recommend this drug. I've been taking it for 3 months now and I hate it. 3 months of pure suck. I'll definitely be getting a different pill on my next appointment."


"Taking Flagyl and Cipro for diverticulitis, and got all the symptoms as everyone else.  Dry mouth, headaches, funny taste in mouth, diarrhea and generally feel sluggish, tired and beside myself.  Though I was the only one feeling like crap but the pain is gone and I too am on a better diet.  Seven days left and I am throwing these empty bottles in the trash!"


"I had exactly the same thing happen to me as jayall and jall did.No breathing problems or skin problems prior, but on my seventh injection I got deathly ill with pneumonia,2 weeks in hospital with different antibiotics and antifungal. Had lung fluid drained , now have scar tissue and copd and psoriasis.Was and still on methotrexate and plaqunil and Orencia IV now.Joint pain not better after six months IV ,just upped IV dosage hoping for some relief. Humira Made things extremely worse for me but may work for others."


"Two 25mg doses, spread out, reduces anxiety for me, but it also can make me yawn and sleepy and I don't feel safe to drive for about an hour after taking the second dose.  Given that I am over sensitive to Benzos this is one of the few anti-anxiety drugs I can take without being over sedated."


"I was SO excited about Implanon. Not having to worry about remembering to take it, cost fully covered by my insurance, long term effect, etc. NOT ANYMORE! I in the process of looking for a doctor in the area (recently relocated) to remove it! I have never been overweight in my life, even after giving birth 3 times. Now, I'm over 200 lbs, I bleed more often than not, my skin is an acne-covered mess and I'm miserable! I can't WAIT to have it removed! I regret the day I considered getting it and pray these effects are reversible!"


"I've Been taking Sprintec for a month now  andwhen I started the white pills I spotted for 5 days and my periods got heavier. I bleed for 7 days and its heavy and my emotions are off the wall. I'm really emotional and don't really have a sex drive."


"I have been taking these on and off because I injured my back awhile ago. It works great for pain. "


"In 2000, my mother suffered persistent diarrhea with this medicine, could not get rid of it until the medicine was stopped. My mother-in-law had the same problem this year.  She also had delusions and paranoia, which have been almost eliminated by a medicine she started a month ago, Risperdone.  If you try Risperdone, start with lowest dose, it makes her very sleepy and a side effect is depressed heart rate, can be dangerous. It also stimulates appetite, which was good for Mom, she was losing 1-2 pounds per week but the doctor cautioned against excess weight gain and concerns regarding diabetes.  We're going to try 100 mg niacin, I've read that it can help cognitive function.  Even when they don't know your name, they know when they are loved.  Show them."


"I have taken Cymbalta for about a year and a half for fibromyalgia pain. It is great
as a pain reducer and an anti-depressant, however, the side effects outweighed
any benefit I got from it. I had trouble with restlessness, being tired constantly,
dizziness, dry mouth, numbness and tingling in my feet, and horrible sweating. I am
being weaned off of it now. Went from 60 mg to 30mg and now to 15 mg. I will be
off completely in about a week. The fibro pain is coming back, but I would rather deal with it than the side effects."


"This medicine immediately helps against nasal congestion and again you can breath freely."


"Sprintec sucks!!! The reason I got on the pill was so I can have sex and not get pregnant!! Well, it works because I can't have sex because I won't stop bleeding!!! I first started taking the pill in October, all was well. When I started taking the placebos, I started my period and it lasted for two weeks. It finally ended. I decided the next time to skip the placebos so I wouldn't bleed for two weeks. Well, I started to bleed anyways, and I've now been bleeding for probably close to a month now. It hasn't really helped with acne or anything either. IDK whether to continue to take the pill and hope for the best or stop taking it and maybe my bleeding will stop??? Ugh!!!"


"I was on Solodyn for 7 weeks. I had borderline cyst acne and a lot of redness/PIH. Although Solodyn reduced the amount of 'new' acne that I got, and some of the cysts did end up rising to heads and disappeared (albeit slowly), the results weren't as dramatic as I hoped. I was still getting a fair amount of acne (maybe 50% as prior to the medicine after 4 weeks).

My dermatologist ended up putting me on doxycycline instead, and it's been much more effective (and MUCH cheaper) than solodyn."


"If you want to bleed constantly, heavily, and unexpectedly, this is a great pill for you! You also get the bonus of horrible bloating, quick and noticeable weight gain ( I gained 15 pounds in 2 months, and I have an excellent diet). I can't have sex with my boyfriend because I am ALWAYS bleeding. So I feel low self esteem because I can't be intimate with the man I love, which makes me feel insanely sexually frustrated.

This is a horrible birth control option. I took it at exactly 12 noon every day and never missed. I had a total mental breakdown this morning because I realized I have been bleeding for about a month and a half and I am fatter than I have ever been in my life."


"I started saxenda on August 4 2017 I weighed in at 237.5 lbs on August 1st.
It's now August 29th and I got weighed at my gym at 222lbs so that's about 15.5lbs lost in 26 days.
I haven't been sick, a little heart burn once every other day, have problems going to the bathroom so started eating yogurt to beat that so that's not a problem now, more gassy, not really hungry so I snack a lot and I do juicing to get what I need for a day. I'm not doing much cardio right now except walking my dogs 3 times a day. I do two workouts a day for the past 1.5 week. One at home one at the gym. I have two more days at 2.4 then I go to 3. I go see my doctor on sept 5th and get weighed again by the doctor.
It's really expensive but for me it's worth it."


"Doctor prescribed Tamsulosin (Flowmax) for treatment of BPH. After taking for 30+ days, no improvement and ED side effects were terrible. Stopped Tamsulosin and started Cialis 5mg daily, now for about 45 days. BPH conditions have improved and ED side effects have gone completely away. Now trying to get my Medicare Rx insurance company to approve Cialis 5mg for my BPH drug treatment."


"This cough syrup is no good, and is very expensive! It also gave me diarrhea.. So disappointing"


"I started this injectible over a a year ago and am stopping it on my doctor's advice.  After all the usual start up symptoms went away after a few weeks, the medication did seem to work, but as time went on it seemed to not work as well. Also, my hair started to thin out and fall out, mildly, and I have Tinnitus and it definitely made it worse, making it very loud. I also started having problems with my liver, gastritis and my thyroid has almost completely stopped working, so now I have to be on Synthroid! Make sure your doctor checks your thyroid at times.TO THE LADY WITH THE NEW STENTS= I have fourteen stents, no problem whatsoever. I also found it helped with the weakness if I ate first thing in the morning."


"Been on this med over 5yrs and still don't feel better at all. I still continue to lose lots of hair daily and have sleep problems and can't lose weight."


"Suffering from mild ED, stress related,took 25mg , mood wasnt there and didnt work as i thought it would. Fell asleep woke 2 hrs later and noticed a full feeling  , two mins later it was on. I was pleasantly surprised, relized there has to stimulation for it to work right, just thinking  wont make it happen. Very happy with results. After first round my wife just touched it and boom it was on again,been along time since that happened! Remember if you take this mood alone wont work, get in there and have fun, it will work!!"


"Life changing, I love this medicine."


"At first this medication seemed like a life saver.  After time I began to augment and I would have to take more and more of the drug earlier in the day.  It caused all kinds of side effects from yawning to compulsive shopping.  I gained about 40 lbs and my blood pressure went through the roof.  After being on this prescription for several years, it was horrendous to get off of.  It has taken almost a year to finally say I am totally free of the DA's (dopamine agonists).  I will never, ever take one of these classes of drugs again.  The side effects, withdrawal and effect on overall health is not worth it."


"I was originally on The Depo shot and I was on my period for the last 3 months I was on depo. I stopped depo for a month so I could switch to Nexplanon but that didn't mean my period stopped. I had heard great reviews from a coworker I really trust so I decided to give it a try. I've had my Nexplanon since June... And been on my period ever since! I thought it would be a good change for me so I could reverse what the depo did but my period has been on full blast ever since... I know everyone's body is different but my experience has made me not want to recommend Nexplanon to anyone."


"My husband went to the ER a few days ago due to painful urination and bleeding. No sign of infection yet nor of stones, but traces of blood in the urine...they gave him Uristat to help with the pain. He says it is helping some with the pain, but the side effects are not good. He is having awful nausea and headaches and can barely stay awake after taking it. Been going to bed at 7pm. Just very miserable. Thankfully, it was only to be taken for three days. Hoping his symptoms ease tomorrow. I don't think he will jump at the chance to take this drug again."