"I have been on Lexapro for about 10 months. I absolutely love it. For about the first month, I was on 10 mg and talked with my doctor about needing more so we bumped it up to 20 mg. After 6 months on being on 20 mg, I felt too relaxed and drowsy, so we have cut back to 10 mg.  I feel great. For awhile, I was really sleepy, but have gotten back in a positive sleep rhythm. Looking to cut back to 5 mg soon. It takes a few weeks to kick in, but the wait is worth it."


"did its job preventing pregnancy, however side effects were not worth it. Crazy anxiety a few days before period, weight gain (15 pounds in 3 months), constantly bloated. had to adjust frequently. i will be going back to a pill."


"The worst birth control method I have ever used for my body personally. It did its job, but I experienced some of the worst symptoms. No weight gain but, I did bleed in some capacity for the entire 11 months I had it. No breaks. I also experienced foul odor coming from from my vagina. I shower daily and have never had any problems with abnormal odors. It really negatively affected my ability to be confident having sex. The final straw was the extreme mood swings I had. When I went to the doctor to get it out I found out that nexplanon is not recommended for girls over a certain BMI. I am 5'5 and 178 pounds and I was too heavy for it. My doctor did not make me aware of that, if I knew I would've never wasted my time."


"I wanted this medication to work so bad - I got all the side effects except no sleep :( . For me it started working after only 10 minutes of taking it, and yes it does give a metallic taste. The biggest thing, hang on for a crazy ride! It made me VERY relaxed and have mild hallucinations (the blinds on the window and my bedroom door would look like they were slightly moving open/close or back and forth). Im not sure how, but sleep never came! How I could be in that state and not sleep is beyond me."


"Update on my previous post: I have seen multiple doctors and my skin has turned blue in some places, they say it is a side effect of the medication. Do not let them tell you it is a rash. It is not and Benadryl does not help. You are not crazy, yes your skin is changing colors in random spots."


"I've tried many medications for my anxiety, but  this medication does a great job. Gave me back my appetite, and actually is helping me quit smoking. It's a great medication."


"It's very useful. Nothing more. It saved my life"


"I loved taking this form of birth control. The only thing that I didn't enjoy was the amount of bleeding when the three months was up and I was on the inactive pill."


"Insurance forced me to switch from Androgel.   Testim STINKS.  It takes 15 minutes for it dry and then it's still sticky - and I am in a dry climate.  It permeates your clothes and won't even wash out with hot water.  I have used 8 tubes and I don't know what I am going to do with the rest.  My wife won't stand for this stuff any more!"


"I've suffered from acne for over 10 years. I went through two treatments of Accutane. It helped clear up my skin, but it didn't help clear up my blackheads. The 2nd time I was on it, my dermatologist kept me on for 8 months and it still wasn't a true success. I have been off Accutane for 2 years now. I still suffer from acne, especially blackheads. I don't break out nearly as bad as before, but it's still a struggle. "


"When I started this medication everything was absolutely fine for the 1st two days, no side effects and I thought all was good, then on the 3rd day, (4 pills) I woke very early with the worst stomach pain and diarrhoea, I also felt nauseous and dizzy, I went to work as I was well aware of the side effects and tried to soldier on, I made it till about 2pm, another bout of diarrhoea followed by extreme nausea, I called the doctor and now have an appointment to swap antibiotics, still feeling slight signs of the side effects but it's only been 24 hours so I'm guessing it's still passing, fingers crossed the new stuff works better"


"Had terrible head cold; Veramyst worked very well keeping sinuses dry and open.  Also, this is the first nasal spray that did NOT irritate my nose/sinsuses.  I'm happy after using for five days."


"When they changed the formulation it does not work as good, or as fast. It upsets my stomach and gives bad headaches. "


"Seriously this product packaging is completely defective.  Exhausted (and of course can't breathe) after hours of three people trying to get the new childproof cap off.   Apparently the cap is vacuum locked on and you have to turn the bottle upside down and apply all your weight on it and turn and if you're lucky it will release and open.  Absolutely a defective design."


"Extreme nausea at the beginning of the month. The first week I found myself vomiting multiple times in one sitting. Not cramping nor spotting, but the nausea, loss of appetite, and severe irritability caused by Necon aren't worth it."


"Works like a charm. I look and feel great. I am healthier than ever."


"I love this medication.  Not only has it reduced my blood sugar levels, I lost 12 pounds in 2 months.  I take 50/1000 twice a day with no side effects."


"Unlike most of the reviews on here I did fine on the medication. I was on doxycycline for a week and then amox-clav (amoxicillin with clav acid) for a few days and none of it helped. Cefdinir hasn't worked as fast as I'd hoped but it does seem to be working. I'm on day 6 and haven't had any side effects. I can't sleep that well the last few nights but not sure if that is from the meds or not. No nausea or diarrhea. I have been taking it at 11 am and 11 pm everyday and making sure I don't eat dairy 2 hours before or after taking the pill. I also drink a lot of water and eat yogurt to get probiotics back."


"Weight loss journey with Contrave has been very successful for me!

Duration: April 14 to current

Previous weight: 150lb

Current weight: 127lb

Height: 5'6”

Gender: Female

Race: Asian

Price: $299/120 tablets (self medication)

In my first week, I took 1 tablet in the morning and afternoon as instruction says. Absolutely no effect! In my second week, the effect kicked in fully. By eating smaller portion and running 10km (6.2 miles) 3 nights a week, I've been losing 2.2lbs per week on average. This is my 3rd month and I still take the same dosage instead of 2 tablets in the morning and afternoon suggested in the instruction. My appetite is still under control, I don't need stronger dosage. Absolutely no side effect too."


"Did not help me go to sleep but relaxed me. But  I got a headache that seemed to increase during my 10  day trial. I do not like it and will not get any more"


"I had this IUD implanted in my poor body Dec 12 2015. I had read the reviews and I under estimated the painful, not pleasant process. I began bleeding as soon as it entered my body. The cramps and bleeding remained for 25 days before I went to the emergency room and begged for it to be removed!!! During the holidays I was met with 3 massive migraines all within 3 weeks including Christmas day. I also began to get a pain in my left side along with getting up every hour to pee. The cramps were endless and the left side pain had me doubled over. It was removed last Sunday and I spent 2 days in hospital. Oh also a bladder infection. They stated it could be likely from the IUD. I had nothing but issues with this horrible little T shaped product!"


"I love my paragard! It's the best decision I ever made. I wish I would have known about this method of birth control sooner. Was on the pill for 18 years prior, and did not like the side effects that were developing. My periods are about the same, maybe a little heavier."


"I have been taking vyvanese for about 21 months. I have been taking 30 mg and will not up it. I am 63 and sought help after reading some blogs about older adults taking this to help focus and have more energy. I have never really taken any medication my whole life. I take it mainly on work days and if off or on vacation I generally don't take it. On this blog it sounds like a lot users have other issues. Anyways this medication has worked wonders for me, makes me more sociable, happy and able to continue concentrate. I work as an engineer. I follow my doctors recommendation in taking it first thing in the morning with food. It generally wears off about 4-5 pm, no sleep problem. I highly recommend for older adults but keep dose low."


"Works great, the only one for me, no side effects, 53 yrs old, started getting these headaches last yr, Excedrin, Aspirin, Fiercet, and Advil didn't work, takes about an hour to kick in, but since nothing else works, I can wait it out"


"Xanax has given me my life back. I suffer from severe anxiety a few times a year, for no reason. I've been given other Benzos that leave me feeling like a zombie. I can take a tiny amount (and I'm talking 1/2 0.25) of Xanax and it calms me down enough to enjoy life."


"In the 6th grade I missed two consecutive days, then took my pill as I would any other day. Throughout the day I felt terrible and eventually I went to the nurse. She took my heart rate and said it would've been okay if I had just sprinted a mile, but I had been sitting in class. She checked again 10 minutes later and my heart rate was slower than it should have been at a resting state. She called my parents and I went to the doctor immediately. I had to be hooked up to machines and monitored. The nurse said I was lucky not to have a heart attack that day. I've been scared of Stratera/Adderall/Ritalin ever since."


"If I dont take this medication for a day my terrible IBS symptoms come back."


"I'm only 17 and I am always constipated. I've tried fiber one bars, miralax, and 4 water bottles a day. (Not all at once) but after not having a bowel movement after one week I decided to try milk of magnesia. My great grandma swore by it and my mom picked it up and told me to give it a shot. I took 1 tbsp at about 11pm and went to bed. Woke up and didn't feel the urge. Took 1 tbsp at about 9 am and had a satisfactory BM in 30 minutes. This stuff is great."


"i started using belviq 20 days ago. my started weight was 244 and i am 6 feet. today i am 222.5. i lost about 22 pounds in 20 days. for those who say it doesnt work. i think you need a miracle pill that will burn your fats while you are in bed. bc your such a lazy person. you just want to enjoy food and burn fats. remember you gained all these pounds in months and years. so you should expect so willing and good work out to lose them. you cant just expect everything to be perfect without moving your ass."


"I am a long term survivor with no HIV related complications, ever. I have never had an adverse reaction to an HIV medication as well. I took the blood test to make sure I was not allergic to the medication. I did my homework on this drug as well, and many people really like it. I was basically bedridden for 19 days, and got off the medication. 2 days later, I ended up in the ER with pancreas complications. "Making your life easier with 1 pill a day" is not necessarily the way to go. In my opinion, they marketed this drug too quickly."


"I started using this product on Friday and have already seen results. I love this medicine and am so glad to have this."


"I find plates/bowls with food on them in the night."


"My rheumatologist gave me 2 sample packs of Otezla, and by the time I finished the first pack, I could see a major difference in my skin plaques.  They had all but disappeared. When I completed the second pack, they were gone, and the pain in my joints, especially my fingers, was improving.  To me, this is a miracle drug.  I type for a living, and my fingers were becoming so stiff, I thought I was going to have to quit my job.  No flakes from my scalp, no plaques on the back of my legs, upper arms, or anywhere else they normally appeared.  I haven't lost any weight so far.  It's terribly expensive, but my rheumatologist gave me a 0 co-pay card with the samples, and I got on the program with Otezla with just one phone call for a year."


"Having an awful time with yasmin have been on it about a year and a half have gained about a stone and a half l. Have tender breasts constantly. Sex drive is non existant its putting a strain on my relationship. Have increased 3 cup sizes since i started taking it. Cant wa8t to go see GP and get rid of this awful pill once and for all!"


"Having tried so many other drugs for this has been extremely difficult and disheartening.  Vyvanse is a GAME CHANGER!!"


"Just finished three shots of Lupron Depot - shots were given in the hip - little to no pain at all.  The worst side effect = hot flashes.  They were unbearable really, was prescribed the lowest dosage of estrogen medicines for the hot flashes - working great.  Doctor not giving any more shots of Lupron until we see how my body reacts to the medicines.  I was just prescribed a progesterone as well to balance with the estrogen medicines-to take for a two week period."


"I've been on this pill for about 5 years and I'm writing this while mournfully staring at the end of my last pack - my insurance changed and it's no longer covered. Even in the beginning my symptoms were mild besides the usual spotting. My periods went from week-long, horribly heavy and painful, to barely noticeable, extremely light and only 2 days long. I've always had some mild anxiety/depression issues on and off so I can't say there was any change one way or the other there. I do suspect it fixed my sleep schedule though - I have always struggled SEVERELY with insomnia and around the time I went on this pill, I started having a normal human sleep schedule. I can't think of any other explanation - but I guess I'll find out for sure now."


"I was very surprised when I took this medicine. I took it at 9pm and by 9:30 I was in bed sleep. It a high power pill and I rested all night. It a good pill besides the fact that I woke up the next morning and barely could get up and get dressed for work because I was still sleepy for the pill. It finally wore off at about 10am. It helped me a lot. I was told by a friend to take it for pain and I'm glad I got it."


"My daughter was diagnosed with a mental illness around 12 years ago. We try almost every single medication out on the market. Nothing work.  I had lost hope. Then our MD talked to me about  "invega". It was God sent. the best medication ever. My daughter is able to have a life again. she goes out without being paranoid.  It is worth every penny. some side effect but she is able to think clearly. If you are thinking about it.  give it a try."


"I have been on the patch for about 4 months now. It has by far worked better than anything else I have tried. I am about to change out of it because my body has been building a resistance to it. It is working only about 40% compared to before but I don't blame the patch. I think it's fantastic. Hope it works for you.."


"I went from working nights (3:30pm-12:00am) to working 7am-3:30. I would keep thinking all night and I couldn't shut my brain off. I have always had problems with insomnia, so much so that some times I would stay up for days at a time. I was prescribed Ambien by my doctor and I started taking it at night. It worked. The first time I took it I started hallucinating. I saw two of everything and I couldn't hold my head up. I woke up and felt fine. So I kept taking it. Slowly I started getting very sad as I woke up.  I thought about doing terrible things to myself. After being awake for a couple hours I was fine. This drug made me very depressed. I never abused this medication. I was very careful. Effects are different for everyone."


"I have been taking Nucynta for about 2 years now. This medicine seems to be helping with my back pain. I started at the low dose of 50mg then went to 75mg and am now taking 100mg every 4-5 hrs as well as taking the 100mg Extended Release tablets every 12 hrs. They work great although my only complaint would be that they make me sweat profusely when doing any activity that includes work. I even start to pour sweat when just sitting after 1 hour of taking it. As well it makes me very tired. I find myself trying hard to keep my eyes open when I'm sedentary. "


"Had bursitis in the shoulder and haven't had the time to go for a cortisone shot.  Suffered through 2 weeks waiting for it to subside (doctor's on vacation) but doesn't seem to get better. Pharmacist gave me some of this, had the wife rub it on. I thought that I must be going out of my mind, because it felt better WITHIN SECONDS. I'd say 90% of the pain is gone. This is the best. I'll use it a week, and then if it still hurts, I'll go to the doctor.  Worth every penny."


"wow... well first off i was prescribed epiduo and some oral medication (which made me throw up everyday and did not help what-so-ever), so I stopped the oral medication and just used the epiduo... 3 months on and wow- 1 pimple-ON MY WHOLE FACE-ONE!!! it works a treat, but you've got to give it time... it took about 2 months to work for me and I am so so thankful for it. only negatives for me are- It's pricey but worth it, I get irritation around my eye area from it, but I pretty much get irritation from everything so it doesn't bother me anymore and it doesn't reduce scaring so I use  a whole different product to combat that. but yes... if you are thinking of going on this... give it a try, it is a much better alternative to the pill."


"So far so good, I have been taking Belviq for 1 week now, first 2 days had a terrible headach so I took my belviq with 4 ibprophen ech time to avoid the headache it was terrible lastnight and this morning took just the belviq no headaches so no extra med. I still have kinda a medicated feel in my brain but that happens to me with any new med i take i figure that to will pass. Other than that no side effects. First 2 days didnt effect my appetite at all but I still ate 1200 calories. From 3rd day on i have had to make myself eat literally. I am 41 yrs old, 5'6" tall and weigh 265 lbs. The highest I have ever been. So im gonna give it an honest try, through in some zumba and richard simmons videos and will report back. Good luck everyone"


"I suppose I am in the first stages of figuring out what causes me to be tired all the time. I am frustrated, and memories are flooding in of the onset of my tiredness. I remember falling asleep in every class in 9th grade at the age of 14. I always assumed my tiredness was from one reason or another. With that said, recently I have been back and forth to the doctor for four months now. This last time he prescribed Nuvigil, and wants to order a sleep study. I was so excited at the prospect of feeling awake, and to my dismay I have not felt anything good. Headaches mainly, tired, anxiety, emotional, spaciness, and even on 200mg took a 2 hour nap. Been on 150mg dose still tired and don't feel as much anxiety and spaciness. "


"I've been on Viibryd for a year now. Start up symptoms were upset stomach, diarrhea, and nausea. I got to about 10mg for a week and couldn't handle the nausea. So I backed off to about 5mgs. I had a good improvement and nausea went away. Tried to go back up to 10mg and by the 4th day I had the same results. Keep in mind anti-depressants are very powerful.  I had improvement from just 5 mg. My doc wrote me a script for 20 mg and I cut those into 4. I still have days where I don't feel well, but it has decreased my depression symptoms and panic attacks with minimal side effects. I gained a little weight about 7 lbs. No sexual side effects. Has to be taken with food."


"I have been on medication for about 4 weeks. Anti-depressants have always been my best friend. This drug has been remarkable thus far. No major side effects physically. The main problem I am dealing with are dreams but mostly nightmares. I take my medication usually before lunch. I missed it one day and took it before bed time, never again. I was awake most of the night. I am successfully weaning off of xanax & THC during this period with great success. No thoughts of suicide. Life seems better. I'm in my late 40's and a full-time student. I would totally recommend this medication because this is the first time in life that I feel more myself. Hey, I can even crack a smile....something I haven't done in years."


"This is the only medication that has worked for me.  It is dependable (6Y) for the long term. The FDA had no GOOD reason to "discontinue" this 140 year old safe, effective medication. I have not had a good moment of sleep for the last six+ weeks."


Amlodipine / hydrochlorothiazide / olmesartan

"After trying 8 other medications, this product started working in 7 days and consistently controls my blood pressure WITHOUT side effects!"


"After a severe injury in the workplace, I hit rock bottom, depressed, suicidal, hopeless, really sad.
I didn't understand what was going on, like someone else was at the wheel and I had to go along on this scary ride.
I needed help so went to a psychiatrist who diagnosed clinical Depression, this was a relief to hear and separated me from the weirdo driving!
Took 2 years of counseling and different medicines to find the right one, for me it is Pristiq. I have been on it for 8 years and now work full time. I think it takes a while for the user to live with an anti-depressant medication, I read and hear of many who want out after 2-4 years, but I found that just hanging in there is the way to go.
I see myself as complete now, no side effects."


"When major diet changes and exercise hardly changed cholesterol at all I was started on 1500mg Niaspan. I do experience flushing, several times a month. Wake up hot and feel like I am burning up and itchy all over. If it delays another heart attack like 14 years ago it is a small price to pay."


"I was prescribed the medication for relief of heavy bleeding during my period due to fibroids and adenomyosis.  The 1st and 2nd months were wonderful!  I took it the first day of my cycle until the end of my cycle.  It actually stopped the bleeding completely.  After the 2nd month, I had some spotting and my blood pressure elevated.  I stopped taking it after my cycle and my pressure went to normal.  I started spotting that increased over time and resumed but had to stop because I realized it raised my blood pressure.  I've now been bleeding for 2 weeks and had to go on amlodipine to lower my blood pressure because it has not gone down."


"I was backed up due to pain meds. Very uncomfortable. Took a full/big dose of MoM and drank a bunch of water. About 2-3 hours later, I had the most explosive diarrhea. It was AMAZING. I went from thinking I might have to go to ER to practically crying tears of joy and relief on the toilet while peeing out of my butt!!! Highly recommend this product to anyone who feels irregular . No cramps, no bad side effects. Just make sure you are near a toilet after you take it!!! Amen!"


"This stuff is HORRIBLE. Made me very irritated/jumpy/even more anxious. Felt like my mind was racing...felt even more overwhelmed. This is the worst stuff I've been on yet..I had to stop taking it because I couldn't even function right.  This stuff is really, really bad.. doc put me on Lexapro today hopefully that helps!!"


"I love my Skyla! Someone recommended it to me and I am very happy with my experience. I went to the gyno to discuss the option, did not think I could get it inserted same day ( I read a lot of people get it done while on their period, I was not). It was painful, not going to sugar coat it! But I left the office, took some ibprofin and went to work. Had I known I would feel the way I did, I would have taken the day off. My acne cleared up (I assume that was caused by my BC pills). I spotted on and off for 3 months but since then I have not gotten my period at all. It is amazing!"


"I read all of these reviews and FREAKED out. I was so scared to try it. I remembered years ago, trying some other brand and the second I inserted it, it BURNED. So I was very skeptical about this huge dose "1 day" thing..
but I just bit the bullet and did it because pain for a little is better than more severe problems down the road. I took 3 ibuprofun and ate some comfort food and took a sleeping pill (so I would hopefully be asleep if there would be any pain to come) and had a heating pad on my tum. The Monistat didn't phase me at all. It's like it wasn't even there. Very minimal discharge the next day, no pain, no cramps, nothing. If I focused really hard, I could sometimes feel the TINIEST sensation of burning. I'd totally recommend."


"I LOVE MIRENA.  My doctor (who must work for Liletta) kept telling me it's the same even though it's a 3 year FDA approved product vs 5 year and doesn't have labeling for heavy periods.  Since my Doc swore up and down that she thought it was the same as Mirena, I finally said I'll try it.  It's not the same.  I don't know why she forced me to use it.   I'm going to a different doctor to remove this Liletta and go back to the Mirena I was happy with---if you want a Mirena, demand Mirena-- the Liletta was bigger and hurt more inserting it and doesn't help my periods!!!"


"Male, 55, been on Inderal for close to 30 years. Switched to Toprol. Had to return to Inderal because of increased arrhythmias."


"I have been on the shot for almost two months and I absolutely hate it. When I got the shot I was actually due for my period and never got it. I ended up getting my period about 2 weeks ago and have not stopped bleeding. I can not have sex, I can't wear white pants because it's so heavy, I can't go to the bathroom ( number 1 or number 2) because it hurts so bad, I have had horrible cramps, I don't sleep, I'm exhausted all the time, and I am constantly feeling grumpy. At this point I almost feel like nothing is going to help my endometeriosis, I'm 22 years old and due to be married in a month and I can't even have sex because it hurts so bad.... I would not recamend this shot, it's a waste of time and causes false hope."


"I started Belviq after coming off of Phentermine and I have also had gastric sleeve weight loss surgery 17 Months ago.  The first 2 days I was so exhausted and chilled I couldn't hardly move.  It has helped decrease hunger and I eat less now but haven't lost any wt still maintaining a 131 lbs weight loss but need to lose more.  But last night I noticed I was producing milk.  I have now read up that can be a side effect I go to my gyn tomorrow and will know more but I'm pretty freaked out!"


Acetaminophen / aspirin / caffeine / salicylamide

"I work at a doctor's office and was given a sample of this for a migraine. I'm supposed to be taking preventative medicine for migraines but don't like the side effects. This did take a lot of the pain away, decreasing it to I suppose you'd say a moderate headache, and I was able to get through my day. But when it wore off the full migraine came right back.

The only downside is the pill got lodged in my throat and I nearly choked on it. It's really large. I can take a one a day vitamin every morning with no problems, they're fairly big. So it's not that I have trouble swallowing."


"I started getting vertigo during my last pregnancy which transitioned to daily debilitating migraines with or w/o vertigo. After lots of testing my neurologist put me on Nortriptyline and it took about 6 months to get the dosage and migraines/vertigo under control but I am still on 75mg today for the past 7 years. I still have problems with dry mouth and I personally think it makes me a little forgetful (short term memory). I was a little lazy about taking it a few months ago and was wondering if it was still affective after 7 YEARS, and yes it is. One week after not taking it I got vertigo again which I haven't had in 3 years. So I'll be on this for life. I only get breakthrough migraines during my period for which I take a ketaprofen."


"I have tried several different oral contraceptives and found to do the best with a Tri-phasic form specifically Ortho-Tri-Cyclen Lo.  Then CVS changed me to a generic equivalent Tri-Lo- Sprintec which I did fine on. Of course when the generic Tri-Lo-Estarylla came out I was switched to that again by my pharmacy/insurance.

Though the active ingredients and dosing is the same, I'm having a hard time with this one. I've been experiencing incredible  fatigue,weakness, chest discomfort, and body twitches. I have a new appreciation for my patients who tell me the generics are not the same. Everyone's body reacts differently and can be sensitive to particular inactive ingredients or color fillers."


"From the other reviews it is clear that the Mirena effects individuals in different ways. My experience of the IUS has been terrible (I had it removed today after a year of having it in). I am a university student & since having the mirena fitted I felt like a different person. My moods had become so unpredictable & my emotions everywhere. I have gained weight and suffered from anxiety and severe panic attacks. I was given a diagnosis of generalised anxiety disorder & prescribed medication for depression however I feel it is all side effects of the coil. The stomach cramps I had during the 'panic attacks' felt like I was being stabbed in the stomach and resulted in vaginal bleeding. I hope now that the coil has been removed this will stop!"


"I took the tablets after being on all forms of Dexedrine, Ritalin, Adderral, etc. It had no side effects, but was not as big a deal as it is made out to be. Dextroamphetamine spansules (brand SKF) are far more effective and long-lasting for ADHD, which I've dealt with."


"Breakthrough bleeding and very severe mood swings after one year."


"I have been suffering from RLS for over 30 years.  My Dr put me onto ropinirole about 5 years ago.  Absolute wonder drug! Within 30 min of taking it, my legs are fine"


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"I was on Seroquel XR for the longest time and I was having really violent mood swings and always felt depressed. Even worse than when I started it but my doctor wouldn't take me off of it so I finally went to someone else and he put me on Saphris. I feel like a fog has been lifted from me. It's been so long since I have actually felt true happiness. The only downsides are that it's incredibly expensive and it gave me a lot of nausea and dizziness the first week I took it. I'm still new to it so I still have a little bit of dizziness especially in the morning but hopefully that will pass. I really don't want to have to switch again especially since this has been working out so well for my mental state."


"While I was in the hospital I met the doctor I have now and he gave me clonazepam. It took a little while to get my medicines straightened but now I am a happy wife, mom and grandma. My family loves the change."


"Worked well  but has the most disgusting taste imaginable. The artificial sweetener taste made it twice as disgusting."


"The best BC pill around! I've only had one negative side effect- total loss of sex drive. I tried Blisovi after being on Lo loestrin for almost a year and had to immediately come off of it, and went back to Lo lo. My face has cleared up, my cramps have gone away, I hardly get a period, no weight gain. Definitely worth it!"


"I have been taking 20 mg of Prozac for about five years for my premenstrual dysphoric disorder.  It has changed my life and I will never quit taking it. Before, I was quick to fly off the handle.  Ironically, I dreaded weekends because my family stressed me out so much. I'm embarrassed to admit was not a very pleasant employee/coworker.  I noticed a difference after about a month of taking it when I realized that I'm a different person - for the better.  When I first started taking it I was waking up at about 4 am every morning but that has gone away.  I still don't always sleep very well but my understanding is that happens to everyone when they get older!"


"Very usefull for stress and muscle pain. But in the beginning a lot of side effects, due to the fact that I took 100 mg a day.  (I only weight 45 kg).

Now I"m taking 1/2 every day, sometimes every two days. I feel very good, and my husband is very happy, it saved my relation."


"This is very effective for sore throat and tonsillitis."


"I just finished my first pack. I was so afraid since this was the first birth control pill I have ever been on. I was majorly concerned with gaining weight, but from what I see my appetite may have even decreased a little. I want to eat more often but I cannot eat nearly as much as I used to. My breasts already have grown about half a cup size bigger which I am okay with. Normally right before my period I would break out just a little and but this pill has eliminated almost all of my acne except for maybe one minor blemish here or there. I do feel a little more emotional but nothing so drastic that it would affect my relationship with others or mental state. Overall I am in love with this pill, no true negative side affects for me."


"I cannot tell you how worried I was about the side effects of this drug after I read the reviews and listened to what some of my friends said.  I ended up not having any.  I was prescribed Augmentin first for my upper resp infection/ear infection and it didn't work at all.  I took some advice from a nurse where I work about how to take the Biaxin.  I ate my meal first, then ate about 3 small pieces of dark chocolate and took the pill after that.  Let me tell you the dark chocolate is a miracle worker.  One time I ate chocolate after I took the pill and I got the nasty metal taste.  It is TERRIBLE and you can't get rid of it for hours.  So, remember...DARK chocolate BEFORE the pill."


"Very good drug. Good response to severe pain, it has kept me out of the ER and/or hospital numerous times due to it being so effective."


"I've taking Prolixin since the 70's. It has saved my life. I'm scared of the possible side effects,  but the trick is for all of the movements episodes I take 2 mg of Artane each time I take the Prolixin it takes all the side effects away. ....try it!"


"Works great if you have an impacted molar. Buys you a little time until you can make it to a dentist."


"Well I had my first 3 months shot on 18th January 2015  and two days after it I started bleeding, I have never stopped and the date today is 15th of may. Quite depressing since it was my first time taking contraception. I had all the possible side effect to be honest. Hot flashes at night, terrible migraines, severe back ache, fatigue, tiredness name it. There was a point i went to doctors everyday but now I got used to feeling ill which is quite sad. So you are taking a risk using Depo-Provera"


"I'm 40 and in decent but not fantastic physical condition. I was noticing occasional erection problems, particularly when stressed or tired. 10mg of Levitra seems to overcome any level of stress or fatigue for me.  A miracle product, but very expensive. Best of all is having a happy wife."


"I have been on Nexplanon since January 2013, when it was put in my arm it didn't really hurt, kinda just pressure. I bruised for about a week but then it went away. Honestly 99 percent of the time I don't even remember that I have it, it doesn't hurt in my arm, or anything. I have no side effects, except that my acne got a little worse but that could just be because I'm 20 and still young. It had worked for me 100% of the time, I have no gotten pregnant and I have no had a period since it was inserted."


"I was switched to nucynta 75mg three daily from norco 10  four daily and was told there would not be withdrawal effect. Either the Dr does not know or she lied. The withdrawal from norco was fast and severe. Became very agitated and the pain spread and became worse. Dangerous drug."


"I switched to this due to all the hype about how great it is for sleep. It is completely ineffective for me! Does nothing at the typical dosage. I can get it to work at larger doses, but that does not make it worthwhile. Diphenhydramine has been much more effective, I have just been taking it so long- thought it was time for a change."


"I've been taking this medication for three weeks. I have had some nausea, (when my body is telling me is time to eat). I could go all day without eating but my stomach will start to rumble telling me to eat. Yesterday I started the two in the morning and one at night,  but I became very anxious,  and jittery later in the day,  so today I went back to one in the morning and one at night,  because that is working well for me right now.  I'm 5'4 and I started at 206 pounds. Today I'm 194 pounds. This medication will not take weight off, you have to eat healthy and exercise. I have totally made a life style change taking carbs,  and sugar out of my diet.  My body does not even crave sweets anymore."


"I used to have cold sores all the time when I was a child, either when exposed to too much cold or when exposed to too much heat. Finally, I found a doctor who gave me a prescription (just a few years ago, I'm already an adult) and the Doctor prescribed Zovirax 200 mg 5x a day for 5 days. When I am able to take the medicine as soon as I feel the blister forming, the blister will only last for a day; it will grow and then burst and crust over within twenty four hours, so I've never really had to take the medication for more than 2-3 days. Very thankful for this medicine."


"My seven year old boy started Daytrana patch 10mg one month ago, for his ADHD. There has been almost immediate improvement. He became focused, talks less to imaginary friends and is actually learning in school. I was terrified to start him on drugs but it came down to what was important my fear of drugs or his well being. The patch works well for him, no side effects observed and hopefully we keep him on the lowest dose available."


"I used this stuff on my sprained ankle after my uncle told me that his doctor recommended it for pain and inflammation. I gave it a go and I found after about 10-15 minutes the pain I had been experiencing was virtually gone. I also found that it helped heal the bruising on my ankle as well. I have fibromyalgia as well and never thought to use it on my joints, I'll for sure give it a go! The only downside to this product is it smells really bad."


"I started Invokana three months ago after an A1C of 12. I was nervous but wanted to try it. I luckily didn't have the side effect most have  yeast infections. Strange because I'm very prone to them. I did develop a rash, which still comes & goes. Not horrible though- I use a prescription cream, if needed. My A1C after 3 months on Invokana: 6.7! Still high, I know but huge decrease from 12. I also have lost 40 lbs! I take it with Metformin & Glipozide. I also am following low carb diet- most days. But, prior to Invokana, my sugar levels were high w/Metformin & Glipozide & very low carb diet. So, for me it's working. Hoping to get closer to 6 in next 3 months - then under 6 by a year.
Plus, so far it's been FREE! Big time plus."


"So I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend on the 19th. We did it and he pulled out but he's not very experienced with doing that so I was scared that he did get some in me. Less than an hour later we went to target and bought the pill and I took it about 30 minutes later. I felt fine the first couple days then on the 27th I began feeling really sick like I was going to throw up anything I ate I also began having slight cramps and pain in my right ovary. I was freaking out mostly because I needed to pee more often even though I was drinking anything really and I heard that was a sign of early pregnancy. But yesterday (30th) I started having period-like cramps and behold I got my period today, it's about a week early but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯"


"Femara for 18 months no side effects for first 6 months, then joint and muscle pain, physical fatigue, bone density loss. Will continue for as long as it works, at the moment looking clear, I want to live."


"I started having migraines a week after starting the birth control pill as a teen. Over the years (I'm now 55) I have tried many drugs for the treatment of or prevention of migraines. I get the classic vascular migraine with an aura each time I get a migraine. I finally was prescribed Topamax as a preventative, the final dose that worked was 75mg in am and 75mg in pm.  My migraines went from daily to MAYBE once a month. I took this for 3 years at least. I was just at the point of quitting it when I lost my job so I had no choice. The reason I was quitting it was that I lost SO MUCH WEIGHT that I looked anorexic! And soon realized that my memory was  HORRIBLE!"


"I had Skyla inserted in October 2016, and so far, everything has been great! I won't lie, the insertion process was incredibly painful. I took a cervix dilator the night before yet failed to eat breakfast or take any other pain relievers the morning of so this may have contributed to the pain. Horrible cramps followed for the rest of the day, but by the next morning I was already back at work! I spotted a little bit the day of insertion and two weeks later began a period that lasted for about two weeks. In the time after the first period, I have had zero negative side effects! I have just started my second period since insertion, and it is incredibly light with no cramps! I would fully recommend Skyla to anyone considering it!"


"This med is not worth 2 cents!! Took 15mg 1st night...tossed and turned...took it at 10:30 and I was still wide awake..I was on serquil but it caused weight gain..I'm asking my psychiatric dr for ambien, or some thing..I'm gonna try 30mg..see how that works. ..I don't like it"


"I was on this pill for almost 2 years as of a week ago. The first week of taking it I experienced mood swings and weight gain but it settled after awhile. I was good for about a year never got pregnant but just recently I noticed I had severe side effects from depression to being angry all of the time. I even started to get irritated "down there" after every cycle. I just switched to Tri-Sprintec so hopefully this works wonders. Don't go off of my horrible experience every ones body is different."


"I have been having heartburn, nausea and general sick to my stomach for years. I have been taken this drug for 3 days and my stomach has not felt this good in years. I hope this continues to work and I can now sleep late because I am not getting up to puke or take an antacid."


Acetaminophen / caffeine / dihydrocodeine

"I have suffered with migraines since I was a teenager and I've tried all types of pain medications..NONE of them helped my migraines..My doctor gave me Panlor and it works and it stop the pain fast..I have at least 4 migraines per week and I've been taking BC powder with a coke but it don't give me the relief like Panlor..I'm 37 now and I really need some for this pain.."


"This forum helped a lot to adjust my expectations. Expected terrible experience (a lot of side effects sufferers reviewing here), so not so bad. Drank the Suprep cold through a straw in four swigs. Diluted solution with half water, half Gatorade frost, and followed with 32 oz of 3/4 water - 1/4 Gatorade frost.  Kept a green Jolly Rancher nearby but didn't need to use it against the taste. Best tip to me was to use a squirt bottle of warm water and blot with tissue from the first expulsions to the end to avoid a sore bottom. There are dozens of episodes of watery expulsion during this 2-stage process! Also kept to a low-fibre, high-hydration diet for several days before the all-clear-liquid diet day. Clean as a whistle."


"I took this for the first time last July, it gave me a lot more energy. I did not consider myself as "depressed" at the time, but when I look back on it, I've realized that it made me a lot happier and more positive than when I was not on it. I liked the energizing aspect, but I can't say it really helped with the anxiety. So if your sole purpose for going on this medication is for depression & fatigue, I recommend it. Also lost about 15 pounds on this med"


"I've had Implanon for almost 4 months now. I have every PMS side effect there is to have. I have crazy mood swings, cramps and I am very irritable. Body aches and migraines, headaches everyday. Crying spells and pain in my arm where it was inserted."


"I turn 66. Ext month and while getting my annual flu shot was advised by the pharmacist to get the 1st dose of Prevnar13
Within minutes my arm started to ache and by bedtime it was swollen and quite painful. The next day and following day and still continuing into the second month my shoulders and joints are quite inflamed. It feels like my shoulder joint if deeply injured. Sleep is near impossible on my sides where I normally sleep and still mildly painful lying on my back. I won't get the second shot nest year as this has been excruciatingly painful."


"I took a full course of the 250mg 5 day pack with no ill effects except for a metallic taste in my mouth but then the bronchitis came back, so was prescribed the 500mg 3 day course. On day two, I got severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. I am not going to take the final dose, because although the bronchitis is better, I can't deal with the intense stomach discomfort."


"I have been on Loestrin 24 for about 2 months and I love it. When I was reading all the reviews I was scared to even try it because my doctor changed me from another pill because the pill had stopped working for me. No weight gain, I actually have lost weight. I get a very light period every month after I start taking the second iron pill. Moodiness only the day before I get my period but it only lasts a day and I am back to myself. The only negative aspects I have noticed is my boobs are very soar and it starts within the second week of white pills after I get my period but nothing I can't deal with and extreme fatigue the day before I get my period. So please try the pill and if you don't like it try another pill."


"I was on natazia and the only side effect I had was nausea. I got married and my husband took me on his insurance which the didn't cover natazia so I had to switch to ortho tricyclin theday I started ortho I felt tired and moody. I thought it was because I had started my period. The next day it worsened and I felt like I couldn't breath and my heart rate felt weird. I went back to natazia and felt so much better right away!"


"I love how immediate the relief was upon 1st patch. But I can not for the life of me get the backing off well at all resulting in a stretched patch each time. This, in turn, results in failed adhesion. I've burned thru several patches because I CAN NOT get the back off!! Have been researching and can't get this small (but important) bit of info.
Any ideas anyone? I'd give this a 10 if the liner were easier to peel off and patch would stay on.
Cocoa"


"I have struggled with chin acne for most of my adult life (now 63). I have pretty much tried everything, but my sensitive skin just did not tolerate most products, even benzyl peroxide 2.5%. So, kind of at the end of my rope, I decided to try Aczone. After a week, I was ready to give up! I had about 20 new lesions -- but after reading about how it can take a few weeks to see any improvement -- I stuck it out. It took about 12 weeks to see a huge improvement to the point that I don't have any lesions at all! The overall tone of my skin is much less pigmented and translucent and now looks like it matches the rest of my skin. So, my advice to others wanting to try it is to stick with it. I have received many compliments on the change!"


"I have had acid reflux, for 10 years. I've taken Nexium it takes my reflux a way, now insurance will not pay, so now I have to take Protonix Tabs 40mg once per day I get heart burn heart burn so bad I have to take tums 2 to 3 at a time just not happy. I must keep looking for better meds."


"I got very short of breath"


"I take truimeq  600mg/50mg/300mg just had test shows that back being detectable again. I don't understand why I take on time every night,  any ideas why. thanks"


"I was able to get my first bottle free, and the rest is covered by insurance with $35 out of pocket monthly. Yes, it is more on the pricey side, but having taken it for an entire month, I noticed a difference in less than a week. This stuff has been a miracle for me, and I finally have clear skin."


"Went to urgent care and the doctor recommended Delsym he warned me it can cause diarrhea so to take Imodium with it to counteract it.

It definitely helped suppress the cough, and tasted much better than NyQuil. (That contains Benadryl & Tylenol)"


"I was prescribed this medication (50 mg x 2 before bedtime) after I was in a bad car accident. The car accident cause two herniated discs that were pressing on a nerve root. I took this medication and absolutely could not sleep. My heart was racing as were my thoughts. Also it caused me to sweat a lot. It was absolutely terrible. I was only able to get 2-4  hoursof sleep a night. I will never take this prescription again."


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"I've been using this product since nov 07, I love it. Having my cycle every month, with just enough cramping to let me know. I still have a period. Works well enough for me and with regular check-ups with my gyn, I'm glad we've made the decision with loestrin 24 fe."


"I have had stomach and bowel movement issues since I was 2. I have tried everything. Reflexology, acupuncture, medicines and drank mineral oil for 10 years. I took one 145 mg pill and in 6 hours I actually had a bowel movement and several more to follow in the next 6 hours. I weighed myself the next day and I had lost 3 pounds. It does have some not so great side effects but I am happy that I can go. I don't take it everyday because it is too much for me I can't sit on the toilet all day but I do take it every other day it's working for me!!"


"Went to the doc 10 days ago feeling quite depressed and anxious/nervous in unfamiliar situations.  Cancelled trips where I felt trapped in case I had a panic attack.  Prescribed Sertraline 50mg.  Within hours of taking this drug felt absolutely awful.  Was in a really dark state of mind with anxiety, agitation, trembling and sleeplessness.

Persevered for one week but finally gave up.  Am now feeling much better after stopping. Going for a hypnotherapy session which has worked for me in the past.

Everyone on this drug has a different experience, positive or negative, but for me it made me much worse and I could not stand these awful side effects for one more day."


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


"Beware of this drug!!!! My partner had the worst experience ever emotions all over the place angry, erratic and 100% not him. I was so worried I would get a call or he killed himself or in lockup worst time of our life! He couldn't even remember the things he was doing and would snap in and out of it"


"Mom is on this stuff just a short time now. Put on 5 mg, then 10, now to 20/day in an 8 week span. Her confusion got much worse, daily nausea set in no matter if taken with meal or not, sleep pattern really changed and attitude became combative and nasty. I am weaning her down to 10 mg/day and if no change I will take her to 5 then stop all together. This stuff may work for mild cases of alzheimer's but not for my mom"


"Wish I could rate this a zero. I have always had clear skin and no problems with acne or anything, no allergies, but this made me break out in hives. My depression and anxiety worsened exponentially. Worst experience, temporarily destroyed my life"


"First of all let me start by saying I am extremely excited of the possibility of losing weight, but it just has not happened  as of yet. I started Belviq a week ago and yes, I have exercised but I gained three pounds. I can't say it was totally me or the medicine so, I am going to watch everything closer this week. I took my students on a trip so we were walking up hill, down hill and on flat land for at least 10 hours a day. I hit well over 30,000 steps a day. The kicker is we also ate 3x a day for five days. I tried to modify my lunch by eating salads and smoothies only, but dinners were usually a little unhealthy with things like: pasta,fried chicken , pizza, etc... I did eat it although I tried to eat smaller portions.  Help!!!"


"I used to be so paranoid I couldn't even sleep at night. I would go into manic episodes and be in lala land for days until this wonderful pill came into my life. I have never felt better. I just never felt so good I'm happy."


"While the cognitive side effects weren't too bad, I had to go off this medication because it made me develop a condition known as persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD), along with noticeable facial flushing.  Initially, it gave me some pep in my step, and seemed like a pleasant surprise, but after a few months, the side effects intensified to the point that I couldn't look at a man without my face turning bright red, along with intense and painful arousal that wouldn't subside.  These side effects went away when I discontinued lamotrigine, and I'm only insanely aroused during ovulation - like most adult women.  lol.  I just wanted to share my experience because PGAD isn't really discussed as a side effect."


"I will have been on it for a month on December 25. about a week and a half into the pill I noticed pink discharge that turned into a week or two of spotting. I have slight headaches which I know is from the pill and getting used to it and my skin went from flawless to 7 or 8 pimples so I'm pretty angry. Doctor wants me to give it a month or two more, hopefully my skin clears up soon! "


"I would give this more than a ten if I could! I am the most anxious patient ever. Was crying, kicking and screaming before my endoscopy because I was so so scared. I was dreading it forever and I made such a huge scene. BUT AS SOON as they gave me versed with propofal shortly after, ALL I remember is waking up! I woke up slightly drowsy, slightly dizzy which lasted very shortly, but 99.9% mentally alert and aware of what was going on. They let me take a quick 30 minute nap and then I was able to walk out of the hospital to the parking deck (with a bit of assistance). Honestly I have NO idea why I was so anxious. What an easy experience. No pain, no itchiness, no sneezing, nothing. Just a good 15 minute sleep."


"I was unknowingly switched from Minastrin to Mibelas and was told that these are equivalent. I was on Minastrin for over 4 years with no problems, but Mibelas has been horrible. My periods have been extremely heavy and last a lot longer than on Minastrin. I have no energy and feel horrible."


"the first few years i was prescribed imitrex i thought it was a miracle drug. now after ten years i find that i need to add excedrine migraine with it and i still have residual pain. still...it sure beats a full blown migraine."


"I had my IUD inserted over 6 months ago. The insertion process was debilitating, the clamp slipped off my cervix THREE times. I had excruciating cramps the rest of the day which I medicated with Aleve and a heating pad. After that, no symptoms! No period! No spotting, no cramps, no headaches etc. etc. Until last week, I've started cramping and spotting REALLY dark blood. I'm having headaches and breaking out. I'm hoping this is temporary but I've struggled to find reviews from anyone who has had it in as long as me or longer. Fingers crossed it doesn't persist or get any worse!"


"My son's life is a lot better now that he is receiving this treatment. Why is this medication so expensive? We are on a scholarship through a hospital. My son started treatment in FEB 2009 and his absent rate has gone down. We were in the emergency room too many times. The schools in LA County were going to call the D.A. even, with legal doctor's notes. This medication has helped us that my son went from a "D " to an "A " and honor roll!"


"Viibryd has been a God send. I was on Zoloft for my anxiety disorder but it wasn't doing much and the side effects were awful. No appetite, no sex drive, feeling more anxious...it was awful. So my doctor switched me to Viibryd and it was been wonderful! I feel so much better. I'm now taking 40 mg, and I'm able to talk to new people, go to places I've never been before and not have panic attacks. My sex drive is back, and my appetite is back to normal. It is truly the medication I've been looking for."


"My doctor assumed that I was currently depressed because I was not sleeping, but it was actually the other way around.

I was in the worst depression of my life. I couldn't sleep, stopped eating, lost weight, and for the most part, even stopped going to work. I don't know how else to explain it other than I just couldn't. I couldn't do anything.

And then trazadone. About a week after I began taking it, it was like I "woke up". I got out of bed. I even cleaned my house and did laundry, and smiled. It was and is amazing. I take 25mg at night (with my regular 150mg Effexor), and it's changed everything for me. I feel normal again."


"I have been on this medicine for 27 years. Except for extreme tiredness, I seem okay. Have not had a fit when on this medicine. One week I came off the medicine, between suicidal thoughts, crying jags and depression, I had massive fits. I have not been off since. This medicine seems to affect the liver, so liver tests are a must."


"I have experienced mood swings, increased depression, migraines, night sweats and chest pains decrease in appetite."


"Everything seemed fine, except for being super moody and crying a lot. I've had gas bloating / vomiting twice, keeping me up all night, and that never used to happen. Also a decreased libido.

Honestly not having sex is better than this."


"This drug saved my life.  I had rapidly progressing facial cellulitis and had failed therapy on another antibiotic.   Short of dying from it I would have nothing bad to say.  Medications have side effects but they all beat death or a brain abscess.   I can live with the inconvenience of sitting up a bit and some gastric distress.  It is nothing compared to head, face, and sinus pain as cellulitis marches toward your brain!"


"So far I have taken 9 Metro 500mg pills. I'm very thankful that I have not experienced any bad side effects and I have anxiety (not medicated). Only thing I have noticed is the following:
1. more alertness which can keep you up a little more.
2. I felt hungrier, but not to where I eat everything just a little more appetite.
3. Some what of a dry mouth, but only a little.
4. I have noticed the slight burning and itchiness, discharge, smell has gone for the most part. Yes I had these symptoms with bacterial vaginitis. What I have done to take this medicine is drink cranberry juice (find the closest to the real thing) and GoGurts. I read that Cranberry juice flushes you out and Yogurt will help with placing good bacteria back and hope to not get yeast infection."


"After I had my son I was pretty leery about birth control because my cycle was so heavy and harsh. But! I decided to try the Nuvaring, and it has been one of the best choices I have made! Its so easy and I only have to worry about it once a month! Awesome right? It's helped regulate my periods and control my cramps. Safe to say I love my birth control!"


"Helped somewhat with congestion but I could not continue to take it due to insomnia (even after taking it during the day) jitters, dizziness, and anxiety."


"Everything described by others on Belviq I agree. However, I will summarize my experience by saying I used to Live to Eat and after only 9 days, I now can truly say I Eat to Live. Definitely I feel that I have full control on what to eat and how much to eat at every meal. I am a Type 2 Diabetic.

I started on Belviq 9 days ago on 06/13/13.

Fasting Weight = Lost 4.80 pounds down to 246 from 250.8 or -1.9%

Fasting Glucose down by an average of 49 mg/dL from a base point of 164 mg/dL on 06/13/13 = 115 mg/dL on average.

Weight promoting Insulin Intake was reduced from 100 units to 70 units = 30% decrease.

Next appointment with my Endo on Sept/20, can't wait to see what my next HbA1c will be. Last on 06/04 was 7.2%."


"I've had my IUD for three weeks now and I'm really happy with it. Getting the IUD was painless, I was really happy with how my OBGYN made me feel comfortable and relaxed. She told me there would be three different cramps, each one would be stronger than the last. Honestly, the first one was nothing, and the last two felt like regular period cramps. I got my period a couple days ago and the cramps were very intense and my period was very heavy, will my period get better?"


"I have now taken Flagyl twice, no side effects other than the awful taste. made me dread taking the pills every 12 hours.  did not cure BV either time I used it, and I took it exactly every 12 hours."


"you can go insane if you get off this drug cold-turkey and if your drinking/drugs inbetween you will end up at the hospital like me, i stopped using for 3 months now, the last few days have been a nightmare I was smoking weed while not taking latuda, and I had a depressive breakdown where i ended up in emergency twice in the past 4 days, i was so fatigued my eyes were shutting on their own and i thought i was going to die if i fall asleep, its a feeling of insanity dont mess around with this drug. Go step by step as your doctor tells you, overall the drug has its ups and downs some of the side effects are dreadfull, goodluck"


"I have been on this birth control for 6 months, and have had no problems with it. This is my first time on birth control. Overall taking a pill everyday is sometimes hard to remember, but I set my alarm on my phone to go off at the same time everyday, so that helps. But as far as side effects I have not experienced any."


"Lutera is discontinued now and I miss it. It was the best birth control I'd had, no side effects. Mild bloating, but everything else was great on it."


"I have had psoriasis for only about five years now, and seeing a dermatologist for four years. We tried everything and then he suggested we try Enbrel. I used it for a total of 7 months with absolutely no results, in fact it spread more. I was desperate to get rid of this as both calves were covered and it was painful. Finally we went to Methotrexate and it worked almost immediately! I take only 4 pills weekly now and it is working like a dream."


"Well I am very pleased to tell you that I started Wellbutrin XL 150mg  for depression and anxiety and I can honestly say that it is a miracle drug! I started feeling much better after just one day, I could not believe it. It has been 30 days now and I have not had even one side effect. My depression went away almost right away and the anxiety took a couple weeks. But 30 days later I feel completely myself again. This medication is definitely doing its job 100%."


"I started at 10 mg at bedtime for pain in my lower back, the pain would go down both legs and was ruining my life- after a few weeks I was up to 60 mg and I am virtually pain free. I am sleeping great, too. The dry mouth usually comes for me after I up the dose, one thing though, I had a numb spot right above my right knee which is caused by a pinched nerve in my pelvic region- the numbness has turned to a fullness in my knee now...weird but I can live with it."


"The worst birth control I have ever been on. My pharmacy stopped carrying Sprintec and put me on this instead saying it was exactly the same. A few weeks after starting this, I developed the most painful cystic acne of my life. I highly recommend avoiding this at all costs if you are prone to break outs."


"I started taking this medicine within 72 of possible infection as a condom broke during sex and I totally freaked out as the other guy was positive .. and no side effects at all .. It's only been 2 days and I'm glad that this medication is helping a lot of people who are positive with the ease of the med"


"I started this pill 10/5/15 and weighed 215.26, 5'5 height. As of today 2/26/2016 I am 195.4. I definitely notice the appetite curbing. I have a huge sweet tooth and while I still eat them it's no where near how I use to be. Up until a week ago I didn't exercise but recently got an elliptical in hopes of dropping more weight. I pay $60 a month for it and since I am seeing results I plan on continuing. My doctor said I should continue to lose for close to a year."


"This is amazing. I have used it for 2 weeks and I'm shocked at how nice my skin looks. I haven't had to wear any concealer! I have fair, extremely sensitive skin and I think most of the horrible reactions people are getting from this are due to the person not using it correctly. At night after I wash my face I wait 20 mins so my skin is dry and has calmed down, and then apply a tiny amount of the cream to my problem areas (cheeks, nose, chin, around my mouth, forehead). You do NOT want to slather this stuff like benzoyl peroxide and you don't want to put it on a wet, inflamed face...then yes it will sting and burn."


"The 6th day I took it out. Usually I am calm and pleasant to be around. This stuff made me hateful, I was violent and intolerable. Depression and anxiety were a big issue. The day after I removed it with it still in my system,  the depression got worse and I was having suicidal thoughts.  I am NOT that kind of person but this hell ring turned me into an emotional nut job. I do not recommend it at all."


"Is the best!"


"Bad side effects, bad withdrawal."


"Unless you have MS or are in DIRE need of spasticity reduction, i would recommend no one take this stuff. It is a nasty, nasty, nasty drug, made me feel out of it, slurred speech. It also caused me to develop sleep apnea, and it also increased my anxiety. It also makes it hard to breathe when laying down. Weaning off of it was awful, wave after wave of anxiety and then aggression.  I'd rather have back spasms then feel the way it did. I weaned totally off it 48 hrs ago and I've had hiccups for 14 hrs and some agitation."


"I just switched to the ring at my doctor's suggestion after using the patch for a year and half. I've only been using the ring a month but I can not stand it. I initially worried about it getting stuck up inside me or being pushed in too far to reach during sex, and neither of those have been a problem. Unfortunately the heavy vaginal discharge is too annoying to deal with. I know all birth control have side effects and discharge should not be a big concern, etc. I will be going back to the patch since I had no side effects while one it. My doctor switched me after my annual because she felt the higher levels of estrogen in the patch were "not good.""


"I have been taking Lexapro for two months now for my anxiety. It has barely helped my anxiety and has left me feeling tired all day long. I also have gained weight and have completely lost my sex drive."


"Four months ago my doctor put me on trilipix to bring my triglycerides down from 575. The triglycerides stayed the same but my cholesterol went from below 180 to 225. This happened after I was put on trilipix. I am taking enough pills already so I am coming off of this one which is not working for me."


"I haven't really experienced anything negative with Errin other than not knowing when my period is going to show. It's a surprise every time. But I just always carry something in my purse so it's not a big deal for me."


"I've been using antidepressants for quite a few years now. I seem to have gone through the entire list of antidepressants. My latest script is Escitalopram Tabs, 10mg. We recently added Abilify and this Deplin Caps, 15mg. I've been feeling a bit better. One of these two give me an awful case of Heartburn! Painful it is. I'll mention it during my next appointment.
Now, as before, I can't watch anything with intense emotions as I'll breakdown and start crying. At age 52 I find it  a bit annoying. Before I added these last two medicines I found myself crying more frequent than not. The movie "UP" really freaked me out. Anyway I'm disabled with intractable pain. That's what started all the depression stuff."


"I was put on this medication for anxiety that I experienced suddenly. My initial panick atattack was so bad that I had throat paralysis. I could not make myself swallow, scariest thing ever. I was on paxil 20mg for 6 months before I stopped. The medication helped with the anxiety but the zero sex drive, constantly sleepy feeling and deep yawns with vivid crazy dreams along with 15 pound weight gain was terrible and not worth it."


"After resisting having read American Black Box warnings I was finally persuaded through my consultants actual experience with the medicine - that and having 6 operations/ colostomy and the disease still beating me. I was exhausted and unable to walk/do anything other than essential basic necessities - if that. I have had three infusions of Remicade so far along with steroids for peri-anal fistula, Crohns, at two weekly intervals and I have some shade of a life back. Immediately after the medicine I am very tired. I have headaches that last for about four days at a time/paracetamol doesn't touch them. I get bad cramps in my legs especially at night and occasional mild flare ups BUT NOTHING like before. Stress plays factor in starting my flare ups."


"I am 19 yrs old and I was experiencing a hormone imbalance so my doctor decided to try and balance my hormones out and gave me Lo Loestrin Fe, which is the birth control with the lowest amount of estrogen on the market. I was to test it out for 3 months and I am on my second month. It's actually pretty great. I experienced no side effects and so far its going great. "


"I am a 29 year old female who has suffered from severe acne vulgaris all my life and was recently diagnosed. I used everything known to man and when I finally saw a dermatologist he prescribed me this as well as a face wash.  The first two weeks I had experienced redness, peeling, pain, hot to touch skin (I used cocoa butter to soothe it) just as the doctor said I would but later into the 3rd and 4th week and even now my skin is extremely clear and almost flawless. The difference expedited the shedding of my skin and caused the old dead scarred skin to peel off revealing new soft youthful and un-scarred skin. My skin is very beautiful now and I will continue to use this medicine until my acne subsides. Great product."


"I've just started this med but I've done it the cheaper way. My doctor called in topiramate and phentermine separately and I take it together. My rx costs $22"


"I was diagnosed worh pa in 2004 after trying methotrexate (horibble drug which caused blackouts) I am now 37. I was prescribed Humira. I had severe plaque psoriasis and limited mobility. After the initial fear the injections were very easy to administer. I inject into my tummy, occasionally I get one that stings. This drug has saved my life. After the first injection I noticed improvement with pain and after 6 weeks my psoriasis had cleared up. I was able to take my daughter swimming after hiding behind my clothes for Years. If you read the leaflet there are hideous side affects and I feel sad that a lot Of people experience these. I have taken it for 3 years and it has improved my quality of life."


"I have been on Effexor for about 6-7 years now. I started taking 75mg which needed to be increased to 4x 75mg per day as I was in complete terror. This drug saved my life. I would not be here if not for this drug. I tried Amitryptyline, citalopram, and propranolol for many years previously but they did not give me the relief I needed. 1st  2 weeks of taking this drug while off work, I saw the room flip upside down a few times making me fall down in the shower etc. It was a really scary time but once in my system I got great relief almost immediately. My side effects now are just sweating and tiredness but I am on 2 x75mg/day & feel really content. I got down to 75 mg/ day but felt anxious so upped to 2/day. Great drug if it suits you!!!!"


"I'm 18 5'2 and 125 lbs, I've been on pills for 2 years prior to getting Skyla, I went to my gyno originally to get Nexaplanon in my arm and it turns out they didn't have it due to insurance not covering it, so they recommended Skyla, I was so nervous and I think that worked my nerves up real good and stressed me out so bad that the insertion was BRUTAL!!! Like a 9/10 for me, felt dizzy, I was shaking, cramping, crying, and bleeding after insertion. Awful, take Advil before/after becaus you will need it. I took a nap about an hour afterwards and woke up with no cramps, just slight uncomfortableness. Hopefully Skyla will give me the good results I'm looking for!"


"Have been using Hytrin for 8 or 9 years. Started on 5 mg, now taking 7mg every night. Get up once during the night in order
to urinate. Flow strong. On the few times I forgot to take it.
I could see a greatly reduced flow the next day. My PSA was
never high. Now 1.1"


"I had been on Microgestin previously with absolutely no problems. I loved it, but all of a sudden it wasn't free anymore and that's when my insurance told me I would have to keep paying for it or switch to a new generic -- Blisovi. I switched thinking they were one in the same. WRONG. First off, I got very itchy. It made my skin very sensitive and I started breaking out in a rash towards the end of the first week. I also noticed it was heightening my anxiety, it made me very erratic and aggressive. It also made my vision blurry. After ruling out other things, I stopped taking it on a hunch and immediately everything went back to normal. I don't care if I have to pay, I'm going back to Microgestin. Blisovi is HORRIBLE."


"Does not keep the sugar from spiking"


"I took this a couple years back when I had recently been diagnosed. Somewhere down the line, I had complained enough about sleep problems to drive my parents to get a new med for AS - oh, look, high chance of drowsiness. Let's put her on these. Don't remember how effective it was, but I guess it did the job well enough. Stopped because it apparently caused bloating."


"I started taking adipex on 11/14-4/15 and without diet and exercise I instantly lost 25 lbs. I weighed 150lb (only being 5'2) , by the end of the first month I was down to 126lb , my goal being 125lb. I stopped for a while and ended up gaining all but 3lbs back. Now I am back on it and I'm excited to see where I'll be a month from now. The side effects I have had both times is dry mouth, shakes, and short temper. I'll report back in about a month, maybe sooner."


"Before trying Lialda, I was taking Canasa which was extremely helpful, however, it is a suppository. That was not pleasant, especially if I was going to have to continue taking that medication for the rest of my life! My doctor mentioned Lialda so I started taking it. It has been just as effective as Canasa for me and I have not had a flare up in almost 3 years!"


"I was on implanon for 3 years and then got Nexplanon inserted 2.5 years ago (they are really the same thing just a different brand)

When I first had implanon, I gained 50 lbs in two months having not changed my eating habits at all, started working out like a maniac and couldn't get rid of any weight. The first three months I was incredibly emotional and depressed, that seemed to mellow down. I developed panic attacks which resolved (mostly) after 6 months. I did not have my period once (yay)
Got my implanon switched out for nexplanon as implanon was expiring. Gained another 50 lbs in 2 months that won't budge. Emotions all over the place but I was more prepared for it.
Getting it removed early to give my body a break and to lose weight."


"I have been on Cryselle for about a year now and I could never understand why I was feeling so depressed, irritable, and down. After I stopped taking them I didn't have those issues anymore so you do the Math. If you don't want to feel like you're breaking down mentally, I would not recommend this product."


"I began taking Viibryd in October of 2011, at the age of 37. I've had problems with Dysthymia and nervousness my entire adult life, but I started having panic attacks, depression, and insomnia.

Within a week after beginning the 20mg dose, I came out of my funk, was able to sleep soundly throughout the night, and panic attacks were nonexistent.

I recently had a traumatic experience involving my daughter which forced me to take a more structured job in an extremely hostile work environment. The panic attacks returned and I felt like I was slowly losing my grip on reality.

Three days ago, my doctor increased my dose to 40mg daily and I feel fantastic. No more panic attacks, and I have an overwhelming sense of calm -almost euphoric feeling."


"After having been taking this Rx for almost 3 months, for the first time in a long time, I feel alive, focused, attentive.  Wonderful medicine."


"After trying several meds, which helped, I was introduced to Saphris @ 10mg/day. I experienced periods debilitating drowsiness, so decreased to 5mg. Problem disappeared. Mentally, emotionally I feel almost normal. Mood swings are slight, handleable. I like Saphris."


"I had nexplanon inserted almost 2 years ago.  At first,  it was fantastic.  Took ALL the pain away from my periods, that used to be so bad I would be vomiting from the pain. Periods were semi normal at first,  but lighter.  Now, however every period is heavier and heavier, and lasting longer than the last. Up to 6 weeks.  It is beyond difficult to not leak onto clothes, and everything what.  I will be making an appointment asap to have it removed for the inconvenience. However,  not taking the pill every day,  is awesome."


"I've been on contrave for 2 weeks. I've lost 6lbs. I have had side effects.  The first 3 days were horrible. Felt spacy nauseous and tired.  Yet when I went to bed I didn't sleep.  After those few days it started getting better.  I do get hungry but I eat a smaller amount and stop eating cause I'm full.  I quit snacking during the day.  I don't want it.  And I am a big snacker!!  Just started the 2 in the morning and 1 in the evening.  We will see how it goes.  So far so good"


"Took for 1 month at 25 mg.  Worked well for the insomnia -weird dreams aside- but stopped due to 14 lbs weight gain and constant feeling of impending bowel motion."


"I got the implant August of 2015 right before college and I bled for at least 4 months straight on and off, but mostly on. It's now February 2017 and I have gained 30 pounds!!!  Yes I will say that it is effective but I would only recommend it if you don't plan to have sex. For a while, right after I had sex I would get my period and it would be super heavy which was nothing I ever experienced. I will say because of reading other reviews that their may actually be some truth about the depression thing. But I plan to get it out next month so that I can go back to my old size. But other than that no period, I just get them randomly."


"Depakote was the first epilepsy medication I ever took, and it did work in controlling my seizures; I never had a single one while on it. However, every single "lesser" side effect on the drugs.com description sheet happened to me. I became depressed, I gained weight, my body clock went totally haywire, and my periods, which were already irregular, became even more so. I attributed most of this to me just being in middle school (I was in 7th grade at the time), but most of it stopped after my doctor switched me to Lamictal a few months later. "


"Just over 2 1/2 years ago, after smoking for over 40 years, I quit. With the help of Chantix of course. The cravings (that everyone gets) are down to once every 2 or 3 months. Had several small Heart attacks and then one BIG one. Rushed in and has emergency quintuple by-pass surgery. Doctors said after that I wouldn't have made it one more hour without the surgery. One hour! I'm so glad to be here. True my life isn't what I hoped for at my age now (59) but it beats the alternative. Chantix was heaven scent to me. Yes it disrupted my sleep and gave me completely wild crazy dreams (in vivid color). But it works....IT WORKS.. If you let it, If you want it so bad you stop fooling yourself. It can be done and anyone can do it, Believe it!!!"


"Wonderful."


"Now if you're going to start a birth control please and I mean please do your research because not every birth control is accurate or even worth it. I usually get a 7 day menstrual. I literally have my period for almost a month and to top it off my doctor tells me oh hey you're pregnant! how is possible? so now my significant other and I are confused as to how we are pregnant if we didn't even have intercourse around the time of it because for one I'm on the patch and I'm bleeding still. Someone help me understand and I beg you ladies research your contraceptions"


"Im 58 and female. After a hive free life I left my home in the S J Valley where the air is terrible (pollen and allergens are bad) to go to Hungary. I had no problem there but  soon as I got back I had lost all immunity to the valley and hives came. After 9 mnths of hives, huge and tiny, itching, burning swelling hands, bottom of feet itch and swell, 2 trips to ER for anaphylactic shock, epi pen, prednisone, Benedryl, 2 Kenelog shots, Singulair, Zantac, Xyzol, Zyrtec and Xanax, after much research, I found Xolair is the only med approved for hives.I FINALLY got started.I am getting 150mg every 2 weeks rather than 300mg p/mo. It seems slow but gradually better. Still get rash, hives shrunk size and amount, only need 2 pills/not 12. Hopeful.."


"I have had the implanon 3 times now. 2 out of 3 were fantastic and got no periods. The other time i didnt stop bleeding but they gave me some tablets to stop it. I gained a little weight but nothing dramatic. Bonus is i never got pregnant :). Got the last one out three months ago and went back on the pill but it put me in so much pain so im getting the 4th implanon back in tomorrow. It works great for me but everyone is different."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"Beyaz was the first birth control I experienced and I was on it for 2 years. It was nearly the perfect pill for me: no weight change, no mood swings, I regulated to it immediately, it dramatically shortened my periods to 3-4 days and was exactly on time every single month. The ONLY two problems I had that warranted me switching included a decreased sex drive, and multiple yeast infections. It was also a tad pricy. If it weren't for the yeast infections at least, I would stay on it! I'm nervous about switching pills, but I'm glad to know that I can go back on Beyaz if the others don't work out."


"I have beeon the depo since sept 2015 and i have been bleeding since (6 months) it has gotten out of control. I have to have an ultrasound done this week to make sure everything is ok. I will not be getting my mext injection."


"Taking Tramadol for over ten years and really need to stop. The pain I get though when I run out is indescribable.....my spine is atrocious. Crying with it today, it's agony.
So....asked doc for Lyrica, in high hopes of relief bit it isn't touching it. Fully believe I have damaged nerves/FM from long term opioid intake.....but this drug is not helping at all
Can't bear the thought of needing to stay on Tramadol. 60 yrs old now, it's not on..
Don't know which way to turn now"


"Copaxone is the best - no side effects."


"I've tried the patch, the gum, inhalers, self-help books, hypnotherapy; nothing worked. The biggest issue was that I never felt "ready". I always "wanted-to-want" to quit, but deep down I was too scared to go without cigarettes. I didn't want to risk more years slipping away as a smoker so I turned to Champix. Within a few days, I was smoking less; from 15 cigarettes/day down to 5 or 6. Day 12 was my first day without a cigarette. I didn't plan a quit date, I just naturally got to a point where I felt "ready" and wasn't going to bother with more cigarettes. Champix forces much needed time away from nicotine and cigarettes so that you can get mentally and emotionally prepared to be a nonsmoker for life. I feel amazing already!"


"I have fibro, inflammatory arthritis, and many other health issues. I recently tore my meniscus and am having to wait a month from injury to surgery. When taken with Aleve, it even helps with that (lots of nerve cells in the knee, even though cartilage has none)."


"As long as I am taking it, it works wonderfully. However if I can't afford to get a refill, within ten days I have a flare up. That just tells me that a) I am right to be on suppression therapy, and b) the medicine works."


"Oh my goodness how greatful  am I for this medicine.  I started off with 0.25mg yeh it helped but took over an hour to work and now on 0.5 day time and 1mg at night "


"I really enjoy taking this when I'm hurting and all I want is to go to bed. Works like a charm for me."


"Don't take this drug.  I used it for a few months and it killed my libido.  I did get some noticeable hair re-growth during that time, so at least that worked.  It became very hard to get an erection and I became completely disinterested in sex.

I've read accounts that some people never regained their libido, and suffered lasting erectile dysfunction.

This is not natural.  Your libido is part of who you are, and so is hair loss.  Be a man and accept the loss of your hair as part of who you were meant to be."


"I have taken Celexa for 3 years and my anxiety attacks completely went away! It worked so well that I thought I had overcome this disorder and so I stopped taking it. Big mistake! After a few months of being off the medication and switching careers after 5 years my anxiety attacks came back with a vengeance! I resumed taking Celexa after 3 weeks of constant attacks. After being on the medication for about 3-4 weeks my attacks have completely went away and the tiny bit of anxiety that flares up quickly vanishes. I can honestly say Celexa has changed my life or the better!"


"I've on the shot for two years. I received the shot a few days after my 6 weeks check up after having my baby. The first year was okay, I was still having a regular period but it was just light. Going on the second year, my period would start back like a day or 2 only after intercourse. I got to the point where I would spot every now & then. My last shot, I spotted or bled for a whole month nonstop. I'm just going back to the pills, I'd rather have a regular period than to bleed a whole month."


"This was the first pill I've ever taken. I had depression before starting and was scared to take a homornal birth control but I have to say it actually made my depression a lot better. But of course I'm not a doctor that's just what happened with me. I had 6-7 day periods with bad cramps before & they became 3 day periods with absolutely no cramps. I did experience some breast tenderness my first week which wasn't too bad. Cons: I would wake up starving every morning. I also started to get crazy mood swings and would snap at everything/everyone. I took Lutera for 3 & a half months & I've stopped because of the mood swings. But other than that I'd say it was a really good pill."


"Taking Flexerill gets results for pain relief especially when taken with Tramadol, but I have started having severe pain and pressure in the very low abdominal area like a very painful bowel movement.  Starts in the middle of the night and lasts for about an hour.  I only use once or twice a week and only at bedtime, but now I am thinking this may not be the drug for me."


"I am a little over 2 weeks in. I was diagnosed with panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder 2 months ago. I tried everything to avoid taking medicines. Did therapy, yoga, changed my diet, etc. I started to feel better but it was still a constant effort to lift my moods and stop my obsessive thinking. I was beyond nervous taking medicines but finally decided to after my sister convinced me (she's been on sertraline) for 2 years. I am loving it now and so happy I am giving it a shot. The adjustment was tough for me but so happy I preservered. I realized you don't get extra points in this world for suffering."


"At first I resisted taking Xanax because of things I'd heard about it, but I've got to say... it works. Just remember after a couple of weeks it can become addictive and you DON'T want to feel that withdrawal. My doctor has given me a once daily medicine (citalopram) that took 5 to 7 days to fully take effect, but it's working great. I'm down to 1 Xanax every day or 2 and plan to be totally off of it soon, as this new medicine has fully taken it's place now. And yes, it can be taken with the Xanax until you are ready to stop taking it."


"I'm I day 6 of this medication. It's pretty good at clearing up the UTI, but it does have some side affects; I've had pain on my left lower stomach towards pelvis for many days off and on. It feels almost like cramps! I also have had a tingling tounge and possible thrush (though hopefully not-symptom haven't progressed). I can't take a lot of abx so I'm thankful that this has worked, but looking forward to being DONE."


"Wow this stuff. There are pros and cons. Pros are for the first time something used to treat my ADHD doesn't mess up my personality. I still feel like the same person and I'm still very sociable but I'm focused at the same time. Cons are that 10mg for me isn't enough.... neither is 20mg. "


"Terrible burning and swelling occurred.  The pain was worse then the infection itself."


"I have mainly taken 36 mg doses of Concerta from middle school through 25 years old. I start the morning with 10 mg Ritalin then take Concerta 3-3.5 hrs later. Due to its appetite suppression, I come home weak from hunger after 9 hrs of work, but my mental focus keeps me going and I get irritable if something gets in my way. If I give in to my weakness, I will slump on the couch and think about all the things I need to do. I never fully rest mentally, though it alleviates some of the hyperactivity. I have severe ADHD that affects my friendships, marriage, and helpfulness. My aunt switched to Adderall from this because it helps you initiate tasks, which Concerta doesn't. I will try Vyvanse, which is extended release Adderall."


"Ok so I started B yesterday morning I have been getting heaches and I'm very tired. I hope this goes away. I can say that my hunger has changed since day 1 I'm a binge eater I was really worried that I would have no control and I actually do ! I can usually eat two bagels this morning I can only eat half of one. I have faith that thing will turn out great"


"I have been given many choices for my breakthrough pain medication while being on methadone but I have always stuck with the oxycodone. I chose oxycodone without Tylenol because Tylenol causes major GI upset since I suffer from Gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying). I find it to be very effective in the combination I'm on, the only downside of oxycodone I find with myself is that if it's taken by itself it can cause insomnia which I find to be very annoying."


"Cured me from years of binge eating that I thought would be with me until I died. I can now say I am extremely happy and healthy and binge free! It took me about a month and a half to feel the drugs effect so please DON'T GIVE UP! I did have terrible side effects for the first 6 weeks such as stomach ache, drowsiness, bad dreams, lack of energy. But these all wore off gradually and it was so worth it!!"


"My experience with metformin has been awesome. I have been using this medicine for about a year now and have has great results. I know have regular periods which is great because I used to get it every 15 days or miss months here and there. Another fantastic thing is that I can now function when I am menstruating which used to be impossible for me due to the horrible pain. I now have manageable pain and don't have to get shots for it. I've also been able to lose 77 lbs that I had gained. Overall I've had a wonderful experience with this medication. I believe that taking my doctor's advice was the best thing I ever did, I think the combination of the medicine, changed eating habits and exercise all helped."


"I have used ethosuximide for my daughter who is 8 years for the past 3 weeks and its amazing.  It is working a 100% the seizures seem to have disappeared.  Although I have to import it from another country. and can only get it in syrup form and would prefer tables"


"I have used Anora for about a year now have no problems at I also use symbicort twice in the morning and twice at night and no problems. Anoro is very good. I have tried spiriva but it did not work too well I will stick with Anora."


"I'm very disappointed, my dermatologist prescribed Triluma. After the first tube which was I got from the dermatologist, the brown spot became darker. I went back to the dermatologist and he said that I should continue using the product. I bought the second tube and the spots fade away very slightly, but as soon as I stop using it  the spot just reappear. I pay 150 dollar for each bottle."


"I only use the drug 3 or 4 days when stiffness arises.  I find it helps and relieves muscle aches."


"I took this medicine for a year and just switched. I had many negative symptoms that started with severe nausea every night about an hour after taking it. For the first three months my periods got lighter for a few months and then went back to heavy I did always get my period on the exact day I was supposed to but throughout the whole year was VERY emotional and at time felt as though I had no control over myself this was my main pushing factor to switching I WANT ME BACK! I just want to say that I understand (and hope others do too) that my body acts differently to birth control than others and just want to let everyone know that not all medicines work for everyone if this does not work the way you want, try something new. BE HAPPY!"


"Stomach cramps, diarrhea and bad breath.

A real walking sewer."


"Before taking Yasmin I was taking ortho-tri-cyclin, and didn't realize what a nightmare that bc was until I actually switched. I'm in such a good mood on Yasmin (especially right before my period) compared to how I was on ortho-tri-cyclin. I have also lost 30 pounds since I got on this medication, but I am on Wellbutrin which is known for weight loss and I also lift heavy weights 6 days a week and really changed up my diet after my first year of college. I put on a lot of weight during my freshman year (about 20 pounds) and after switching to this I weigh less than I ever did in high school!! But Yasmin did NOT make me gain weight. I really recommend this bc, it helped me a lot and I feel back to my normal self since being on it"


"QUITE POSSIBLY THE WORST THING TO EVER HAPPEN TO ME. have had it almost a year and longest i have gone without bleeding is a week. already had anxiety before it, can now add severe depression to that. made me crazy which was great for the first year of college. had to put a tampon in everyday, also great for college. first lost 15 pounds (when first starting school so could be from being nervous) and then gained it back plus 18 more. got a yeast infection because constant bleeding threw off my pH balance. therapist, doctor, and mom are telling me to get it out and I'm considering ripping the thing out myself. left and ugly scar too. useless DO NOT RECOMMEND TO ANYONE THAT DOESNT WANT THEIR LIFE RUINED"


"The only reason I give this a one is because it is effective. However I have constant headaches, acne, mood swings, weight gain (over 40 lbs!). And the most important thing is absolutely no sex drive!"


"Hello!
I want to tell others that being on Paxil 10 mg. for a few months now has helped me to center myself once again.

My life is filled with other people's issues, depression, anger, and discord in their own lives that have depressed me.
Situational depression is, in my life, a constant.
I just do not have happy people around me and the doctor tells me they are making me "sick".

My doctor saw me with high anxiety and worry that was causing me to retreat from daily life.
His advice was to try Paxil to give me some relief!
Now, how to get the others around me to get therapy and help..."


"I love Cymbalta! I take it with 150mg of Wellbutrin XL. I am on 30mg at this time and in another week my Dr. wants me to up it to 60mg. I finally feel happy and have lots of energy. Combined with the Wellbutrin I have not gained any weight. Life is finally good again."


"The only reason this birth control was effective, was because no bf wants to have sex with his gf when she is bleeding every day. I had the implant placed in August/September 2016. It has been about 7 months and I have not stopped bleeding. Well maybe there's been a few days of no actual bleeding but then it started up all over again. When I wasn't bleeding, it wasn't a few days in a row. It was throughout the 7 months. So really I've been having  second day period for the past 7 months. 3 months was normal I was told for the body to get used to the birth control, but 7 months not okay. My doc. said that 1 in 10 women have constant bleeding. I was just the very unfortunate one. I am getting it taken out next week!!"


"Elavil is great. I take 50 mg at night. It has helped with migraines, anxiety and depression. It is very cheap and very effective. I take it with Pristiq and Klonopin (as needed)."


"This medicine helped me lose 13 pounds in 3 weeks. Still I have to lose 47 pounds to be in perfect BMI range. No side effects so far, may be because I don't eat oily/fatty food much."


"Just want to say thank you to Tysabri inventors."


"I’ll start by saying, this stuff has very mixed reviews. I expected it to either never kick in, or work way too well. Neither did happen, but I have been relieved of my constipation. I took 3 tbsps on Thursday 9/21. Nothing at all. Later on that night, I took 2 more tbsps just to make sure that it would kick in at some point. I woke up at 8:47 AM today, and I barely made it to the restroom. I’m writing this as I finish my 30 minute restroom break. This stuff works wonders. Not only did clean me out well, there was no pains whatsoever. 999999999999999/10. It may take a little over a day to start, but it is MIGHTY worth it."