"I find this medication very helpful. My first smoke tasted funny. My second time smoking I could only smoke half...the third time I lit it and threw it away. After that I was at a cookout and people around me were smoking yet I had no desire (craving) to smoke with them. It's been 3 weeks and I'm very pleased.  I have not smoked since..started at 14 and ended at 46.  What a relief!"


"Horrible drug. Didn't help me with depression ( made it even worse) , didn't help with anxiety."


"I have arthritis, neuropathy, fibromyalgia and depression. I have been taking Humira for my arthritis which caused heart failure.  I had stopped taking the Cymbalta for a while because I was trying to cut back on medication. And I couldn't figure out why my arthritis felt so horrible as soon as I started to take the Cymbalta again my arthritis is so much better. It actually works better than the Humira did and better than the Lyrica that I am taking for my neuropathy. So I actually discovered how well it works accidentally. But it's so nice to be able to walk around again with so much less pain."


"I cried everyday for three months due to uncontrollable pain from rheumatoid arthritis. I was also suffering from severe depression as a result. The first time I took Cymbalta,, 30 mg, I noticed I no longer felt defeated and felt for the first time since being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis that the pain was at times manageable. It helped give me hope. It's been almost three months since I started Cymbalta and it is still working well. I'm super thankful my doctor recommended it."


"I have diabetes type 2. My doctor prescribed 500mg two times a day. After the fourth day,
I noticed my heart was racing, sometimes at 90 beats a minute.  My heart had NEVER done that, as I am in excellent shape, a power walker/jogger. I knew that the metformin caused it because as I sat with wife over supper, I took the 500mg pill half way through the meal. Within a few minutes my heart was pounding almost out of control. My blood pressure monitor showed normal blood pressure, but a pulse of 101. I stopped the drug right away. The problem is that it takes 4 days for this damn drug's effects to leave the body. So now I am taking  a sedative which lowers the heart rate, while I wait for these 4 days to pass. I am a 67 year old male."


"I am on week three on Junel Fe 1/20 and so far it has been great. This is my first birth control pill. Today I am week three on Sunday and I started have some spotting. I haven't had sex yet without a condom, not sure if I should."


"The medicine was prescribed for diabetic neuropathy of the feet, it worked in alleviating the pain in my feet. I gained weight while taking it but did not know why. About 3 months ago I stopped it and since then I have lost 25 lbs not trying to lose weight. I do have a little problem of insomnia since stopping but not enough to take a sleeping pill. I wish I had known about the weight loss from stopping the medicine before now as I thought there was really something wrong with me while dropping the weight."


"I was just diagnosed at 40 with ADHD, depression and anxiety. I currently take 150mg & have noticed a Chang in moods & focus. I can complete projects, don't feel so hopeless, downcast, & helpless. I actually have a desire to live life. I am truly greatful for this medicine."


"excellent medication, no side affects, suppresses appetite, very effective weight loss."


"I started taking cymbalta when I turned 30!! Literally no side effects no brain zaps bad thoughts anything!!!! I take 30 mg once a day to keep my body from seizing up. I do that during an anxiety attack and at first they put me on Zoloft and lorazepam!! That experience was horrible!! I was so scared to try anything else because of that. Until one day a doctor handed me the pill and said take it..take it now!! I did and called my mom all in a panic. I am very reactive to medicine too which is also odd. Within 30 mins of talking to my mom all panicked out.. I just felt my whole body relax and said to myself, why I'm I freaking out? This medicine has truly saved my life!! My abilities to do things without being afraid!!"


"At first it was working after I got done with all the injections. A few months after I started accumulating alot of fluid on my knee that has not went away and it's been 9 months now. Now the pain is back and I'm 33 having trouble going up and down stairs. I car say I don't recommend it but i suggest doing research and asking questions."


"first birth control ... I've had no side effects, but I do have change in emotions really quick but other then that it's all good actually increase my sex drive... haven't gotten pregnant to weight gain and no acne just really emotional"


"I was prescribed seroquel to mitigate my vyvanse over stimulation. At first I was alarmed because it is used to treat schizophrenia. It still bothers Mr that it is an anti-psychotic med.... anyway even on this vyvanse this med makes me really drowsy all day after taking it at bedtime. I hate it."


"I have been taking Tenuate time released 75mg for almost 3 weeks. I am down 9 lbs. I started at 130, and am
Now 121.4. I have noticed that it is not working as well now as it did in the first week or two. At the beginning I was never hungry, I would have to force myself to eat something. Now, I have noticed the hunger pains. I am hoping to loose another 11 lbs."


"Awoke with banging headache similar to a whisky hangover!Not good..."


"I have been on different SRIs for over 15 years and I couldn't take this one. Even at 10 mg the insomnia was ridiculous. I think this drug was also the cause of my chest pains. Quit after 2 weeks."


"I've had fibromyalgia now since I was in my 30's, I am now 63.  Back then, I was told It was depression, all in my head, you name it.  I tried several Medications, nothing helped, until I tried Savella.  It's a miracle medication for me, although I take the highest dose allowed, 100mg 2x a day.  The only problem, it's very expensive.  My prescription plan pays some, but I'm stuck with a bill of about $1200 a year.  Unfortunately, I can not get help because I inherited my Moms IRA that has $35,000 in it...Sad they can't make this a generic drug ☹.  I feel trapped because I feel like I need thus medication to survive."


"I got the mirena 3 days ago and I've had nothing but pain ever since. It's not severe pain, but bad cramps that don't go away, even with advil. The insertion was SUPER painful and seemed to take forever, but that could have been because I had to get it done at a "teaching" clinic and the guy didn't know what he was doing. I'm 28, no kids. I like the idea of an IUD but I just don't know if it's for me."


"Had sex and he didn't pull out,  took plan b an hr later. 4 days after I get my period. Very reliable"


"The first 2 weeks were rough. I was sick to my stomach, dizzy and tired. My doctor switched me to separate prescriptions of Wellbutrin and Naltrexone (the same drugs in Contrave) and I took one in the morning and one at bedtime. It got rid of the side effects. I've lost 20lbs in the last 2 months. The medication doesn't suppress my appetite but now I can feel when I'm full and I'm able to walk away with food still on the plate. It doesn't miraculously take away the cravings, but now I feel okay saying no or having a couple of bites and being done. Before starting the medication I could eat a meal and an entire dessert by myself but now I eat maybe half as much. If Contrave made you sick it's worth asking your doc about separating it."


"I've been using daily Ultra low doses of naltrexone (15 MICROgrams not milligrams) for 3 weeks now in conjunction with exogenous opiates, and have found that my tolerance has been reduced by half within this period. I cannot attribute this to anything else especially not placebo as I have been highly sceptical about the whole thing.

    Scientists have suggested that naltrexone blocks the surplus opiate receptors which contribute towards tolerance. Furthermore it is also suggested that it blocks the release of endorphins which contribute towards tolerance.

   I have not encountered any side effects at all (the dose is almost homeopathic) and would recommend this for any user to reduce their tolerance leading to easier withdrawals."


"It works decently, but it's not strong enough for my back pain."


"I will never buy this cream again. I have been on fire for the three days of using this stuff. Please do not but Micoazole 3 it burns like anything"


"Taken trinessa lo for several months after ins switched me.  No side effects other than increased appetite, but ortho tricyclen had that too. Gained 10 lbs.  but not much I can do except exercise.  It helps with night sweats too.  Good luck."


"These antispasmodics did nothing for me. I was still doubled over in pain hours later.  I also was very light-headed and dizzy and my physician ignored my reactions to the medicines.  Not a good experience."


"Starting weight 280.  In Sept. of 2016 I started taking adapex (phentermine) and took that for 3 months.   I lost about 20 pounds in those 3 months.  I had severe dry mouth, heart palpitations, insomnia and constipation.   When I switched over to Contrave I only experienced a slight bit of dry mouth and sleeplessness with a slight elevation of my blood pressure.  I took Contrave for 9 months and lost another 50 pounds by eating right and exercising.  After stopping Contrave I have regained 12 pounds in 6 months.  Mainly due to not exercising and significant increase in appetite.  I will retake the medication and will update my progress as I work toward my goal of 190.  This is a good medication."


"I've got the implant in August of 2014 right before I left for college, and not its gonna be June 2015 very shortly. So I've had the implant for about a year, and it's VERY effective. I was worried about gaining weight as well, and on this birth control, I didn't. I actually lost weight. I always forget that I even have it because it's not a nuisance like the pill or the patch is. You get it inserted and you're good for 3 years! Love it."


"Love it."


"I have suffered from ADHD since childhood. After trying several medications, Ritalin is the only one that continues to work for me."


"Accutane is the best thing that ever happened to me, and the only thing in my whole life that I regret is not taking it sooner.

The only side effect was dryness, which is totally manageable!"


"I have just completed my Suboxone treatment, and after 9 days off them. I am starting to feel normal. Suboxone saved my life."


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


"I wish I would have taken medicines along with counseling maybe 25 yrs ago. It would have helped with my overall success with relationships (thankfully I'm still christian & married with kids) overall accomplishments, education & current employment I started a year ago 50mg Zoloft & 100mg of bupropion I couldn't tolerate the side effects (insomnia, heart racing, more depressed & maybe more) at the time I started a few months after with 12.5mg Zoloft and it completely changed my life for the better after a few days of mild side effects. I continued a month later along with 25mg bupropion after a few days of mild side effects I felt even better! I've eased my way to 25mg Zoloft & 200 mg bupropion & I'm in the middle of mild side effects and I feel better than ever!"


"Started this med Dec 8, 2015. Have lost 16 pounds. Morning sugars dropped from 250 to 130-150 range. After meals dropping into 120 - 160 range. Hair on head and feet growing back. Yes, top of head has a noticeable amount of hair, growing back. Drinking a lot more water than before and have cut Lisinopril down to 1/2 dosage to try and figure out light headed feelings. Had several dizzy and sweat issues, but all bloodwrk is normal. Just did nuclear stress test and all is normal. Age is almost 64. Will not ride motorcycle until solving numbness in head issues. BP normal. 120/62 . Pee a lot more. Back pain is a concern as well. Tried contacting Lily, no luck"


Brompheniramine / dextromethorphan / pseudoephedrine

"I've had this cough for almost 20yrs. It keeps getting worse. The only relief was a homotropine/hydrocodone pill. Unfortunately,  it's a narcotic and Doctors don't see that the cure is worth the risk. My Doctor, again, took me off of it. I'm a 60yr old female,  constantly coughing up a lung, and he put me on this. All it did was make me sick to my stomach and give me diarrhea.  Did not help my cough at all. Does not work for chronic cough!"


"Since I've been taking Inderal I've not had a migraine except the first year when I had 2 very light ones. I've had no side effects and have cut my dosage to 3 a week."


"I was on this medication for 3 days; on the 4th day, I was having diarrhea every 20 minutes.  Totally unable to work; literally couldn't keep anything in.  What I would eat would flush out within the hour. I know this is one of the severe side effects, so I did stop medication.  Worked great; but man, when you can't work and you can't keep hydrated....there's got to be something in between.  Got samples from the doctor, thank goodness, but I hear it is very expensive."


"I am experiencing very brittle nails and have been on SIMCOR for at least 6 months. My nails are constantly breaking down to the quick and splitting. I suspect the reason is the SIMCOR as I had healthy normal nails prior to taking this drug. However, I am also going through menopause so this probably doesn't help. My cholesterol levels have improved but I will discuss this possible side effect with my cardiologist at the next visit."


"I had this Skyla IUD put in on April 14th 2014. I was bleeding for three months straight. I am a very active person and eat very clean. It's now over a year later and on September 15th of this year I ended up in the ER for having a anxiety panic attack in my truck while driving down the freeway at 90 miles per hour. I almost wrecked but was able to get off the freeway safely. I couldn't see. All I saw was a white haze. My hands and feet were tingling and my whole body was sweating. I couldn't breath and thought I was going to throw up and pass out at the same time. I have been seen by six different doctors and they all say I have all the side effects of this IUD. Took it out immediately and I'm back to normal. "


"I've been taking this 100g for about 4months now; completely made a difference to my life I no longer have worry of waking up or been at work with migraines. I've had maybe a couple bad headaches but a migraine maybe once since taking these tablets. Although I'm finding the side effects difficult; memory loss is seeming to be tricky especially as I'm 24 and I'm forgetting the most simplest things. I've had a few anxiety attacks. Can't stomach coco cola taste flat. Mood swings seem to be a change in behaviour, feeling frustrated , and impatient And I'm extremely paranoid since I've been taking them don't like been alone etc."


"I've read many of the poor reviews, and wonder how many refer to the generic version of Topamax. I can't use the generic version - it simply doesn't work for me, and I do recall more side effects. However, the brand name drug has been a lifesaver for me. I suffered with chronic daily migraine for over a decade before being placed on Topamax, and NO other drug helped. I was on beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, every medication for seizure disorders, and talk about side effects! They were horrific! I could barely function at work, missed lots of time, and essentially had no life. Topamax has made a major difference. I now have many fewer migraines, rarely contend with chronic daily migraine, and I've experienced no major side effects"


"I've been taking quietiapine for two years now. I have gained 28lb!! Which sickens me and is now starting to lower my mood. I am also taking other medication for depression and anxiety.
It definitely helps with sleep although if I miss a dose I don't sleep at all!
I'm desperate to lose the weight but have heard this is almost impossible to do whilst still taking it? Had anyone been able to lose weight?"


"I get cold sores frequently in fall and winter. Denavir is wonderful! When I use it at the first sign, sometimes it doesn't even develop into a cold sore.  I always keep this on hand."


"Got a regular head cold about a week ago. The cold is better but the cough got much worse - so violent I can't talk. Went to Urgent Care - they gave me Lortab for coughing, a Z-pack & an inhaler. It's been 2 hours and I am already feeling an improvement. This is the second time in 2 years that this happens to me. I only wish that I could prescribe it to myself at the onset next time instead of trying every other medicine!"


"Started this medicine at 45 yrs and have gained 35lbs in three years without any change in diet or exercise. Take 4mg day and this is the only medicine I take. Find that this medicine will cause psychotic episodes if taken with more than a 6-8 beers or half bottle of spirits. Next day I can't remember what I said or was doing and this is not good. If you like to consume alcohol beware of this drug as it will turn you into a zombie who does not remember later what you did or said, very scary. Haloperidol was once prescribed for a couple of days and I experienced double vision and extreme paranoia as well as chest pains."


"I have been taking the generic, Venlafaxine for about 6 years. My doctor settled on 75 mg once daily, as increasing the dosage makes my hands tremble. It is not nearly as effective as it once was. Withdrawals for this medication are hellish. I ran out of pills on a few occasions and felt like I was losing mind. I really would like to slowly taper off and eventually be free of this medicine."


"I have recently started having back pain and my doctor started me on Soma. I have been pain free ever since. It really does take the pain away, and fast. Just do not drive on it. It relaxes your muscles and you can easily lose focus."


"I had mild cystic acne and have been on this medication for almost 2 months and am pleased with the results. I do believe, like with most acne medications that it brings the acne to the surface and makes it worse before it becomes better. The doctor suggested taking the medication on an empty stomach. When I would do so in the morning, it would make me extremely nauseous. So I started taking it at night right before I go to bed and it has been much much better. For those that have said it made them nauseous or vomit, I'd recommend taking it early evening with food and a really large glass of water (it really burns if it gets stuck in your throat). Even when I've had  difficulty sleeping (unrelated to the medication) I never felt nauseous. My doctor said to use it for 2 months and then go back and see him."


"Took LoLo FE for 4 months for heavy bleeding from a fibroid & it was my first BC ever at 28. Never missed a pill. The 1st month placebo left me w/ the heaviest flooding from a period I had ever experienced. Bled through 2 super tampons & overnight pads in about an hour, but I wanted to give the pills 3 months so I continued. The heavy flooding, lots of big clots, lasting 8ish days  periods continued every month then in the middle of the 3rd month I had breakthrough bleeding 2 weeks before my period that never stopped. By the middle of my 4th pack I'd had enough, since it was just making my periods worse. No other bad side-effects but havent seen any other reviews like this. Switched to a POP last month going better so far."


"Took it religiously for a year. Had toenail fungus on all ten toes for probably the last 10 years. It took awhile for the nail to grow out, but I kept them clean and dry and scrubbed daily in the shower. My feet have not looked this good in 10 years. It's a slow recovery but it works"


"The first time I used it, it didn't help much. But the second time around after a break from all medication, it has started helping! The slight wobbliness in my gait is a small price to pay for something that actually helps my permanent migraine."


"I attempted suicide a few times and was hospitalized for months. I was out of work and on social security and on other meds from 2008 until 2014. I was taking meds that were extremely expensive and could not afford them. I had relocated and had a new doctor. He decided to try me on Paxil.  WOW is all I can say I was like a different person in a very short time. I have gone back to work and now hold down a fulltime position and have a life. It was like a miracle drug for me. My doctor told me I needed to let you know of my success as he was astonished also. THANK YOU FOR PAXIL"


"Got my IUD yesterday morning. Note: I did get prescribed a medicine to soften cervix. Procedure only took a few minutes, major pain came and went quickly. I'm used to bad menstrual cramps but this is next level. After the procedure I felt like using the restroom and I had HORRIBLE cramps for three hours, lost my breakfast. Afterwards the cramps came in waves. But it interrupted my sleep at 12 am and now it is almost 4 am. After two aspirins, three menstrual relief pills and a hot shower, the pain has not subsided. But my body is sensitive, don't let this scare you. There's a good chance it won't be like this for you. I still believe it was 100% worth it. 3 years of no pregnancy scares? Check."


"I love love love Skyla. I just had it replaced so this is my second round of it. Insertion was a little painful but not unbearable, and it only lasted a second. It actually hurt more to have the old one pulled out. I cramp and bleed a little for the first week after insertion, and after that it is smooth sailing. I have no periods on it, and totally forget about it. Best birth control ever."


"I have been on Trulicity now for a month, and have mixed feelings about it. I started out getting very nauseous from the med as well as having horrible heartburn, which I still get every now and then. I NEVER want to eat...I think birds eat more than I do. But a good part of eating less is my daily dosage of insulin has went down by 16 units. But it's horrible never being hungry, because I have to eat. But I have lost 8 pounds in a month, which every woman loves. My blood sugars are, for the most part, better than what they were before I was on trulicity. I think the major thing it has helped with is the after meal spike and then keeping them steady during the day. I can't wait to see what my A1C is next month...my last one was 7.1."


"Had Implanon and then Nexplanon for the last 5 years. No periods, no side effects and no hassle!"


"Hi there,

I also wanted to write a positive review. The first few days of having the Copper IUD was difficult. IBprofin became my best friend. I was bloated and swollen in my abdomen area for the first week but after that everything was fine. I did experience my first period recently and honestly it wasn't that bad. My period before the IUD lasted about 5 days with medium flow. Once I got the IUD and on my next period, it was light the first two days with cramping 2 days before and about 3-4 days during my period. On the 3rd and 4th day of my period, it was pretty heavy heavy but after that went back to a normal flow. Definitely advise to have super size tampons if your getting the copper IUD. Honestly I'm fine with my period and was expecting it to be heavier, nice thing the heavy flow didn't last that long. In total my period was about 7 days. I think I'll get use to it. I'm really happy with it and haven't experienced any other side effects since my period ended... no spotting, nothing :-)"


"I used this twice and worked each time. However I used clav recently for swelling in my chin and while it the clav is bringing down the swelling. The sinusitis is coming back! I think I will need to go on a dose of biaxin after this clav."


"This had been my third time with depo. I had taken it twice before after my first two babies and had regular periods and no other side effects.  So I thought nothing of it when they suggested it after my third born ( I feel like they always urge me to stop reproducing even after my healthy birth) .  Four weeks to the day after my third birth I was given depo and have not stopped bleeding since.  That's over four months of bleeding now. I didn't go back for the second shot at three months. From yucky dark thick blood to a river there is no stopping it. Along with all the joys of being on your period. I'm moody and depressed. I can't even go back to work :'("


"I have been taking this medicine for two weeks now. Most of the side effects have gone away with the exception of the lack of appetite which is not really a bad thing. My life has improved I have been taking 50 mg. I cleaned my car for the first time in 6 months! The only problem is, it does not last for 12 hours, after about 6 hours I start to crash then at 8-9 hours I start to get anxious and OCD. I don't know if I have to increase my dose but am unsure because of heart issues it causes. Pros: Helps with organization, I am excited about things for the first time when I was a teenager. My symptoms went from more external ADD to internal ADD as I became an adult'
Cons: Does not last full 12 hours, can make me moody."


"I started on May 1 and upped the dose from .6 to 1.2 ml in a week.  I felt dizzy, severe headache, and couldn't eat. I'm assuming this was from very low blood sugar? I went off it totally for a week to get back to normal and now started back 3 days ago on .6 ml again.  I feel slight headache and can't eat again.  Haven't noticed weight loss yet.  Does anyone else feel this bad and is the weight loss coming?"


"I started taking this a week ago and since then get very little sleep. I take ambian and Valium at night and it has proved ineffective so for. I'm hoping this is one of those side effects that go with time. It's hard to function when you're awake every two hours."


"I have been on 25mg of Quetiapine for about a month and and half and I don't like it one bit, Although I do fall asleep about 30-90 min after taking it. I have had very real and very scary dreams that are almost nightmarish. I have gained some weight from it and I don't like that at all .I have tried so many other medicines and I didn't like them due to the fact of  making me feel drunk. So now I have to talk to the  dr and see what is going on, I don't like the nightmares they are so scary and I thought it was going good and then all the sudden they hit me like a ton of bricks I have woken up screaming at night because of this medicine."


"I had mine in for two months. I got the worst acne and cramps of my life. it did what it said it would do tho.. protect me against pregnancy. I took it out still tho because the mood swings and acne were horrible. I was on my period for a month and it made me v depressed"


"Only taken this for a little over a week but the severe, intense pain is gone, and I'm really hoping it works for my migranes as well."


"I've been on yaz for over 6 months now, and it has been the only thing that cleared up my acne in the last 8 years. I had very severe cystic acne on my forehead, cheeks and chin (basically all over my face). After taking Yaz for 3 months, my acne started to clear up dramatically. I can now go out without wearing 5 pounds of makeup! "


"20 yr old female with moderate acne. I was prescribed this cream at 0.025% about a year ago my doctor told me to expect it to get worse before it gets better. She was not kidding, after I started using it my cheeks were constantly breaking out huge very painful swollen pimples. I had to sleep on my back because my face touching a pillow was excruciating.  Whenever it seemed to be getting better it would get bad again. My doctor upped my dose to 0.050% and also added an antibiotic to my regimen after three months and no improvements. Since then my acne is between mild and moderate but never clear. My experience with this cream was not a good one, I stuck with it for a full year to be back where I started."


"I took ambien on and off for several years. My pharmacy just filled and they gave my one made by teva - theirs do not work at all.
Afraid to double on dose"


"I have been constipated for four days and my GP recommended I try Dulcolax.  I took it at noon and around 6.30pm I was in agony with my stomach churning. I vomited several times and was stuck with unproductive straining. I was having cold sweats and was very spaced out. When I could move to my medicine cabinet I took 10mg of Buscopan and some paracetamol which seems to have helped. I am not trying this again."


"Struggled with paranoia for 20 years while taking Effexor only. Checked into a psych ward after a manic episode and they added 5mg Abilify. I was skittish for a month but then the paranoia and general suspicious nature just went away.. I still see a shrink every month for upkeep but I'm the happiest I've ever been in my life and I swear by this medicine! Clear head and no side effects."


"I took this among many other muscle relaxers for spasms and pain. Not sure if Xanax would interfere but it did nothing for me at all. Neither did many others. Best success was with Flexeril once you get past the first week of feeling like butter and sleeping like a rock. Was prescribed 3 10mg a day...no way, would have slept all day. Take one about 2-3 hours before bed and you are gold."


"I have taken Paxil for about 4 years.  It is a drug that I had to get used to for about 3 weeks each time the doctor increased the strength.  At first, I felt "groggy" and "spacey".  Over time, it helps sooooo much with anxiety, irritability, anger-intense reactions, organizing my mind and allowing me to RELAX.  I have, at times, missed a day's dose and YOU DON'T WANT TO DO THAT.  The following day, I was very anxious and irritable until taking it again.  I think it is a fantastic drug that has given me my life back.  I think my kids and my husband have benefitted from me being calmer, happier and able to "roll with life" better.  I take 40 mg. and it was initially prescribed by my gynocolgist for hormone based mood swings.  Love it.!"


"Sure it's effective as birthcontrol because I have not gotten pregnant. HOWEVER... My periods have been heavier with bad cramps and acne. I also gained 8 lbs in a month now I am extremely active and eat healthy so this was unpleasant. The weight went away when I stopped taking it but honestly I've tried may birth control pills and this is BY FAR the worst. Just say no."


"Panic attacks and anxiety run in my family, and this helped me big time. I was scared to take any medicines after having a bad experience with another anxiety medication, but I took it finally and day three of my panic attack/no sleep was over! I could eat again and finally crack a smile. It did make me sleepy, and it felt a tad funny to walk. I only took them before bed to sleep unless I really needed it. It restored my confidence that I could be happy again and made me feel comfy just knowing I had them on me. I am off of them for now and on a different anxiety pill, because my doc didn't want me to become dependent on them. I do keep one or two in my purse for emergencies."


"I have no appetite and I do have nausea.  I have lost 11 pounds this month.  I did miss 1 week of work because I had no energy and felt like I had the flu."


"I got my liletta on Sept 25th 2017 (a little over 2 months ago) while I was on my period. I have a pretty high pain tolerance but it was pretty painful. I have no kids & my dr. struggled with placing it so it took longer than normal(25 mins). The first week I had cramps, now I have them occasionally. I’ve been spotting ever since I got it inserted and I can’t wait for the spotting to stop. I’m really thin about 95lbs & have always had irregular periods. I haven’t noticed any body changes except a loss of appetite, I’m just not hungry anymore and nothing sounds good. My boyfriend hasn’t noticed the strings either. I found out I had BV 2 weeks ago and took antibiotics and now that is gone but still bleeding."


"I highly recommend trying Implanon. I'm really shocked to read all of the bad side effects. If I would have read these reviews before getting Implanon, I would not have chosen this birth control method. I'm so glad I did though! I have had no negative side effects with Implanon. I've had it since Feb '09 and I love it. I still get a period but it's random and the bleeding varies. At first my period got lighter but recently it got heavier and lasted for about 5-7 days. I'm not good at keeping track of my periods though. I must add that this is a very convenient (for us forgetful women) and A VERY EFFECTIVE form of birth control. I have a lot of sex with my boyfriend and we use no other form of protection and I have never gotten pregnant."


"I have recently decided to start Wellbutrin after 2 years on Zoloft. Although I felt the Zoloft worked well there were some unfortunate side effects. I asked my doctor if I could give Wellbutrin a try (I had also recently picked up smoking again so I mentioned that). Well here's the good news....my mood has remained stable (I simultaneously tapered off the Zoloft). I have been better able to focus at work, cigarettes tasted disgusting and I have noticed a decease in my desire to engage in compulsive activities. The cons...food doesn't really taste all that great, I'm extremely thirsty and I was initially a little on edge at first (this has since gone away). The other surprising effect was a marked improvement in sexual response."


"It does work, depending on your dosage. But when I use it I find that I'm hyperactive, jittery, over excited, slightly aroused, and sometimes in a good mood (but that changes when it crashes). It's similar to coffee in its side effects but it lasts much much longer. After I come home from college I find I'm depressed (on occasion), still jittery, still "wound up", sometimes exited, and very uncomfortable. While it does help me focus it is not pleasant to be on it. I took the 54 MG dosage but I have been on smaller dosages before and has the same issues. Also when driving I feel like it lowers my ability to drive but I'm not 100% sure if it does or if its my imagination."


"I was so hopeful that the wonder drug Ibrance would help me, but it didn't do squat. Actually am worse off now than before. It seems to have triggered something to make my mets spread.

Side effects: mild to moderate. Bad fatigue and mouth sores

Insurance out of pocket would have been $60 a month, but co pay assistance made it only $10."


"I've been taking 100mg for over a month and had quite the reverse of increased appetite or weight gain, although this could be due to the low dose. But also I feel my manic behaviour is not necessarily under full control whilst the tablet also makes it near impossible for me to get up before 7am on consecutive days. All in all though I do feel more balanced, productive and a better sense of self purpose and an ability to plan realistically on this drug. Although at this stage I am keeping a close eye on feelings of paranoia creeping in. It can be hard to tolerate the side effects of this drug though."


"I have been on the gel for 5 months and all I can say is wow! My doctor put me on a strict diet and told me to try this. I was hesitant at first but after about a week of use I started to see some serious changes. Sex drive, energy, alertness, and overall performance. I had gained quite a bit of weight, to be exact I was 418 lbs! With diet, exercise, and increasing my test levels I have lost 68 lbs and still dropping. My side effects were a little different from others. My ejaculation increased and my size increased as well. Also I shave my arm pits now to ensure that all the medication is being absorb, and I apply the medication at night after I shower. I also wait about 25 mins before getting dress."


"I have used this medicine for years for many different conditions including bronchitis, boils, bladder infection, sinusitis among a few others.  The problem though, has become since I have used it so many times, I am almost resistant to it and need a larger dose or longer dosing schedule to clear up a more severe case of the ailment.  When it works, it works well."


"This drug has the highest rating because it works the best.  It is a shame that the insurance companies have such a hard time giving people the drugs that work.  I have such issues with the other drugs that treat my ADHD that I have stopped taking any because the insurance company wont pay for desoxyn.  Shame on them!"


"I still have mine it's been 2 years and a month. Some mood swings but not bad always hungry gained like 40 pounds but I have no period no cramps. I have not broke out at all and I never have before ether. My hair grew really fast !! I think it's amazing it's just the weight gain and always tired cuz I feel so fat now and less active. But that's why I have a gym. I feel fine"


"I had a sudden violent cough that has lasted over a month. I have seen 5 different doctors, 3 sets of chest x-rays, CT Scan, 3 rounds of antibiotics, 4 different cough medicines, Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) and 2 trips to the ER once was from coughing so hard I popped a rib out of place. I also have an appointment with a specialist. So far No One has been able to tell me what is causing the cough hopefully the specialist will be able to come up with an answer. The ONLY thing that would give me any relief from the cough was Tylenol 3 with Codeine. I have to take it every 4-5 hours and in my line of work I am not allowed to work taking 120-150 mg of codeine so I am currently on medical leave until I can see the specialist."


"I'm 29 & I was originally on Gildess & I loved it! Suddenly my pharmacy gave me this new pill. Bleh. They told me it was exactly the same but something wasn't right. For some reason Microgestin gave me insane headaches. At first I was like, ok. 1 or 2 headaches every other week is fine. But then it went to 3x a week, then 4x a week! Suddenly I had a throbbing headache that was literally with me for 2 weeks! I thought maybe at first it was my  ventriculoperitoneal (vp) brain shunt malfunctioning but I got it checked & it was fine! Then I did some research & found that this bc can cause crazy amounts of headaches. I am so so done with this bc. It's now been a 1.5 weeks since I've been off it & guess what, no headache! Getting an IUD On my next cycle."


"I have been on pain medicines for the last 6 and 1/2 years. My doctor finally gave me some samples of Amitiza. When I haven't gone in so many days, I just take two pills late in the evening and they work great in the morning. I haven't noticed any side effects at all."


"Just started taking Vyvanse. Before I was taking Adderall 30mg XR and I'll tell you Vyvanse works so much better. Vyvanse stays active until it wears off. The only bad part is, sometimes it will stop working for like 5 minutes and then it will start working wonders again. It helps me get my work done and it helps me stay in control and very focused all day long while I'm working. Before I started taking Vyvanse I couldn't concentrate what so ever. And I would never get my work done. It also makes me feel the best that I have ever felt in my whole life. If it wasn't for Vyvanse I would probably be fired. I'm 24 and I finally get to enjoy life. To the people who made Vyvanse god bless you."


"Few weeks off Accutane and happy with the results. Experienced minimal side effects. Just hope acne will never come back like before."


"I loved the implanon! I got it put in Dec of 2012 and the only side effect I really noticed was that i started sweating more. Other than that I only gained about 5 pounds.  The only problem I've had with the birthcontrol is the removal. I just got it removed Nov 24, 2015. My doctor had to pull to get it out, I bruised pretty badly and I did a replacement rod in a the same time. About 3 days later I started to have a pain run down the length of the inside my arm to my elbow. Its progressively gotten worse. Its now about 6 inches from my hand. I had to get the replacement removed and have to wait until the bruising heals. I can't extend my arm fully and line from where the BC was to almost my hand is super painful."


"I got this inserted after having my twins in. 2012 I really regret from getting it it's been three years in I will have it removed November 6 I constantly bleed through out the month my stomach always feel bloated I hate having sex afterwards I feel. Horrible my mood changes are horrible I say different strokes different folks I would not get this again"


"Took it off and on for 2yrs on the advice of my doctor and because of my age. I was told this was the best option for me. Had terrible deep itching it the injection site and painful welts. After stopping when I was pregnant and restarting symptoms were more pronounced and eventually went into anaphylactic shock. Fell over hit the side of my face and that's when I called it quits. It's been over a year and at this point I am choosing to stay off any of these medications. Not enough evidence to support the pros outweigh the cons."


"This medication takes a while to work, you also need to be on the correct dosage! Am on 200mgs and have just started to feel more normal! I have been on this medicine 7 weeks, 2 weeks at 200mgs! My therapist also said if you are suffering with anxiety (health OCD) which I'd never experienced before , dark thoughts 200 mgs is most effective being on less doesn't really work."


"Amazing! Heavy underarm sweating.  MD prescribed in 1987. I used it for three years.  It worked on the very first application.  I have not used the product in 24 years, and I do not sweat from my underarms.  I think Drysol permanently disengaged the sweat glands.  I'm not exaggerating. I can walk into a steam room wearing a T-shirt, sit in there for 20 minutes, walk out dripping wet, with dry pits!

If I could only find a way to abate my craniofacial HH, which is both gustatory and idiopathic."


"I take Tegretol and I have been on Vimpat now for over a year. At first I still had seizures but they were completely different to the ones I had before, I used to jump and scream, now I become an ironing board then kick legs. After a few months they stopped completely, I had never felt better, it was the first time in 25 years I had been free, but the last couple of months they have returned and I have never felt worse. Side effects: extremely emotional [which is at the other end of the scale from Vigabatrin which made me a nutter] depression, memory loss, stuttering and significant weight gain. I am much better on them than without, but as far as stopping my seizures it was short lived"


"Horrible joint swelling/pain, fatigue like none other.  Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, Dr. figures I probably have had this 15 years, a few replacements along the way.  Took MAJOR flare to be diagnosed.  Loads of joint damage all over.  Started on Remicade, nervous.  Cannot take methotrexate due to kidney disease.  Third dose dr increased dose, 5 days feeling worn then MIRACLE!  NO swelling, pain, best I have been in years, no fatigue.  Hoping it continues with each infusion.  In tears of joy everyday with my quality of life."


"Just started Cymbalta at 30 mg one in the am and one in the pm for my Fibromayalgia pain and anxiety and depression. It's been 8 days and it is helping so much! It did give me nausea and an acidy stomach for 2 days. That went away. I also take Gabepentin 300 mg 4 times a day.
I came off of Tramadol 50 mg at 6-9 a day. Cymbalta helped with withdrawals for me. I still have pain from my fibro but it is dulled.
Hope this helps xx"


"Update: drank 1 tablet at 8:30pm with lots of water and went to bed. Woke up with severe cramps at 3:30am followed by a BM. Had some serious cramps for about 5 more hours. Had 1 liquid BM. Then I took buscopan because the pain is no longer tolerable. After an hour, no more cramps. I can eat and drink normally again. Very effective but the side effect is very traumatizing."


"I have been on Cymbalta for about 3 months. It helped with depression but made me tired most of the time. A week ago, my doctor increased my dosage from 60mg to 90mg and I developed a UTI and have very intense middle back pain. UTI has been cured but back pain persists. I just read on a few different threads that cymbalta caused others to develop bladder infections and back pain, two things I never had prior to taking this drug. This drug also causes me to sweat profusely to the point I feel like I am about to drown in my own sweat. I was never a sweater. I am going to discontinue this drug."


"I've been on Topamax (topiramate) for 6 years, and loved it at first. My migraines decreased dramatically, I had weight loss from the appetite suppression, and I overall felt better. But I had pretty bad tingling in my hands and all over my face for the whole time I've taken it. Also more recently, I've made the connection with my severe memory loss to the medication. I used to be able to retain information and facts like an elephant, but I can hardly recall simple words some days. I'm planning on going off the Topamax (with the direction of my neuro) because the memory loss issue is so disturbing to me."


"I could not deal with the side effects of Oxycontin or hydrocodone.  Too much dizziness and severe itching.  Unable to get restful sleep.  Nucynta ER 50 2 times a day has been MUCH better for me.  Very little side effects and only for the first couple of weeks.  I sleep better too.  Only objection is that it wears off after only about 5 hours.  So I have to take hydrocodone occasionally."


"Working well for me. Been taking this medicine for about 2 years now, taking 1mg. 3x's daily. No side effects."


"Great medication! Works wonders"


"I am now more productive, NOT sleepy, and Happy! No more suicidal thoughts! I want to be involved in my family and their needs. I have been on 5 meds before Latuda, this has changed my life! I look forward to every next day."


"I am just finishing my first month on Phentermine and have only lost 3#.  Week 2 I had lost 4.2# and now have gained some each week since.  I find it doesn't curb my appetite much at all. I get dry mouth but not too severely.  I guess over all I'm disappointed in my results at this time."


"I took this for a few days so far and it hasn't been helping at all. My back pain is getting worse so I'll have to go to the doctors soon again."


"Never took medication for this problem. Relied on Depends .  So far no side effects. - I am on my 6th. patch.   Just hope they continue to work ."


"I had been on Zoloft for about a year or so which helped manage my anxiety, but didn't help when it came to a very stressful day or event that led to side effects like racing heart, labored breathing, sweating, stomach ulcers, etc. I needed something that I could take immediately to stave an anxiety attack off. My doctor prescribed Klonopin and I'm so grateful for it. For me, it doesn't make me tired, lethargic, or dull me down. I was afraid of a medication that would just sedate me. This drug takes the edge off and makes me feel good enough to continue with my day. I haven't had any side effects."


"Please bring this back on the market.  Wonderful for inflammation of joint. No pain when taking Bextra. Celebrex is no match compared to Bextra when it comes to getting pain under control."


"Switched over to Benicar from lisinopril (which caused horrendous body jolting chronic cough) Cough has disappeared, blood pressure averages 116/74 to 124/80 maximum. Feel great, mild sleepiness by end of day - a plus - could not sleep well before, also constipation has disappeared. Cramping in legs below knees at night...somewhat like side effects of statin. Will check with doctor..this is my 2nd week of Benicar..took lisinopril for a month. Hope this continues to work. If I miss a dose I become keenly aware. Seems to take effect within an hour. I feel much better and blood pressure readily stabilizes. "


"I have started MX5 since 2 months and the results are good. starting one month my hair loss was more, but i was having patience and doctor asked me to continue as this is common problem. I have consulted a dermotologist doctor and she has recommended me MX5 solution 1mg night and 1mg morning. with vitamin tablets Follihair and Xtragrow tablets both 1 tablet morning after beakfast. and Juene Hair Oil and dermadew shampoo twice a week. She has asked to continue till 8 monhts. I have started with this course and she has called me for check up once every 2 months. She will guide for any changes course. My friends has notice small new hairs at crown place and i am going to continue as per doctors advice. I have not found any side effects yet"


"I've been taking 25mg for PMDD for about a month and a half. On advice of my doctor I am taking it everyday instead of just during PMDD symptoms. It has been absolutely wonderful! The first couple of days I took the whole 25 mg in the morning. I found this to give me headaches and tremors. So I decided to split the pill in 2 pieces and take half in the morning and half with lunch. I only had to do this for about a week; I now take the whole 25 mg in the morning, with or without food, no problems. No serious side effects, definitely not enough to outweigh the benefits. Zoloft has absolutely given me my life back! I was afraid to take it, especially after all of the negative reviews, but I am so happy I gave it a try. Wonderful!"


"Didn't help my anxiety, just knocked me out."


"I would have to say that it has helped in dealing with pain. I was diagnosed at the age of 11 with JRA (Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis). I have been on the 10mg tablets for about 4 years now. Since then I have had severe carpel tunnel, bursitis, tendinitis, gout, bakers cyst on the back of both knees and the arthritis is now in hips and ankles.  I take them twice a day and have Percocet for breakthrough pain. I am currently 38 and have had one total knee replacement and am now trying to save to have the other knee done."


"I have been on synthroid for approx 10 years.  Here are several points that I have learned:
1.  You may initially start feeling better in a couple weeks but It takes MONTHS to see the full effects.
2.  Depending on your TSH levels, your Dr should start you at a low dosage and gradually increase as needed.  Starting with too high of a dosage is shock to your body and will even make you feel more tired as your body is working overtime.
3. See a Physician who is very familiar with thyroid issues.  If you are not seeing positive results with family Dr. see an Endocrinologist!  Many of the negative comments I have read may be a result of your Dr not understanding this disorder.
4. There are alternatives if this medicine is not working."


"I have been taking 8mg Suboxone for 2 years and switched to Bunavail because myinsurance would cover it. I am switchng back after taking it for 2 weeks because 4.2 mg of Bunavail does not equal 8mg of Suboxone regardless of what the manufactor claims. I started feeling bad around day 4 of taking it and have not felt better. I would not recommend switching to this brand."


"Saxenda did not work for me. I actually gained weight and was never not hungry. I am an overweight type 1 1/2 diabetic. Hoping for a miracle, I starting using Saxenda. Right from the  beginning, it did nothing to curb my hunger.

So after a $500 co-pay, $200 doctor visit and issues with my deductible, a 90-day supply cost me $ 1,900. Seems like a serious cash cow for all involved especially people who never experienced obesity."


"I was prescribed fioricet last week for chronic headaches. I have suffered from daily headaches for over 6 years and until recently, have been able to dull them down  though they never fully go away, with high doses of otc ibuprofen. I've been to the neurologist and was prescribed imitrex and antidepressants. None worked. I have been taking the fioricet for a week, and every time I take it,  it turns my headache into a borderline migraine.  Makes it so much worse and My feet and ankles have swollen. Now I have vericos veins and broken capillaries In my ankles. I think I may be the 1% that cannot take this drug. Its a shame because I see so many success stories in these comments, I wish I could share in the relief."


"Has worked for my condition  Dermatayocitis well enough that I have gone from needing full time care to being able to care for myself and resume working full time.  Wonderful results."


"Terrible experience - never again!

I started taking the Methotrexate on Thursday morning and felt sick for days! I'm highly sensitive to medication and was given 10mg and 5mg of Folic Acid all days except dose day. I managed to get to work the next day but was very fatigued, vague and couldn’t function too well. I have never felt so tired as I did the weekend after and had to cancel all my plans. From Friday night, I was totally wiped out, no appetite, couldn’t stay awake, tummy ache, headache and since sunday strands of hair have been falling out. My fringe / bangs thinned out & hair kept falling out - after 1 tablet. It was a terrible experience."


"I took Ella 3 days after a little accident happened (14th and 17th Feb 2017, respectively) and initially had no symptoms. However, my period was in total 18 days late. In those 18 days I panicked and really stressed myself out thinking that the pill might not have done its job and it may either be due to this or the pill itself that I experienced mild stomach cramps, nausea and fatigue. When my period finally came, it was lighter than usual."


"Diazapam is really a wonder drug I take one sometimes two 5mg tabs a day and within 30 minutes my anxiety symptoms are gone and I feel calm and relaxed."


"This seems to help my pain, but I find the odor a deterrent to using it regularly. I am allergic to most fragrances, and this is no exception. Why do they add fragrance when it is a common issue for people with allergies?"


"Have taken a reduced dose of Temodar (Temodol in UK) for 12 years on a five week cycle.  Side effects bad - nausea, vomiting, fatigue, etc. However, I have MRI scans every 8 weeks and so far no recurrence."


"I have been taking Vyvanse on and off for a little over 2 years. I am currently taking 70mg. It really helps me focus and multi-task at work. It also has helped with my anxiety and I am able to tackle things that normally I would try to stay away from doing because of my anxiety. I usually take it during the weekdays and not take it on the weekends because I can go 10 to 12 hours without eating and barely having anything to drink because my appetite is not there. I've lost 95 pounds since taking Vyvanse. It also has made my libido go through the roof. There's an upside and downside to the medication. Overall, it has helped more than it has hurt but there are negatives and positives."


"I have taken this for 8 years but it makes me feel like a zombie. And it affects my memory and motor skills. I recently went back to work and had to quit the lipitor because it affected my ability to work. Don't know what I will try next. Started on Crestor 9 years ago and couldn't stand the pain in my legs."


"This product works, but it may take some practice to apply it most effectively. I've had painful burns from using it too often, or during the day (it may be the movement that exacerbates the burning?).
Buy a jar of cheap baby bum zinc cream
Apply the zinc in a circle around the part of the armpit where the hair grows, leaving the center clean and clear
Carefully dab Drysol only on the center area, preferably before bedtime, and put on a t shirt that is black or grey; zinc cream stains.
I do this several times a week. I've tried just dabbing the center of my armpit without the zinc, but the burn still occurs AROUND that center spot (but not inside it), even though I around apply Drysol there. The cream also works to soothe/heal burns."


"I switched to this pill because I switched pharmacies and the new one didn't have my usual pills. After starting this my cramps became intense, my periods became so heavy and my libido decreased significantly but I haven't gotten pregnant while using it. So I would say it's very effective but the side effects are not cool"


"So far, so good! I have been using it for almost 2 months now and love the fact I only change it every 3 weeks! At first I did often worry about it "slipping" out or my boyfriend feeling it during sex, but none of those things happened. The only down side so far has been the nausea I get in the mornings. It usually goes away after I eat and start my day, but other than that, everything is great."


"I was given nortriptyline to help with nerve symptoms with MS, along with depression.  It has helped both drastically.  I no longer get the tinglies down my arm, shooting pains, burning sensations and twitches, plus my overall mood is elevated."


"*Update*--I just started my 6th month of Jolessa. As mentioned in my previous post, I switched because of hormonal migraines. I had a consistent period with variations of heaviness for the first 3 months. It finally went away, skin is clear, I no longer get hormonal migraines. I have no other complaints EXCEPT, the weight gain. I've never had problems with weight gain from BC's except for this one...this is ridiculous. I went from 132 to 146 in a cpl months. No matter how much water I drink, work out, use supplements, watch carbs and calories, the weight just keeps trickling on! If the weight doesn't start shedding soon, I'm done! Also, the sugar pill week symptoms? You guessed it...migraines! All week! Ugh."


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"Didn't find it as bad as people say. Not exactly pleasant but it was fine. Very expensive and took 4.5 hours for it to start to work. Working now though. Prep I used for last colonoscopy was just as effective and much cheaper though. Hope this will have done its job fully in time for my early morning appointment. It's 10pm now."


"I have been using Yaz birth control since July 2008, about a year and a half. It has worked great so far. The only problems that after I have had with it is that after a year of being on it, I started to occasionally bleed during sex. It is very awkward for me and my boyfriend. When I went to the my gyno, she said that I was perfectly healthy but maybe I could have been pregnant. So I took a pregnancy test and I was not pregnant (THANK GOD!). My doctor told me that I may have some blood clots on my cervix that my boyfriend may pop during intercourse. My periods are fine, but a week after my period ends, I get this brown spotting. It is weird but I have just learned to except it. Overall, I would recommend Yaz to anyone."


"I began this birth control 2 months ago . Ive always had a difficult time with birth control but this was my far the worst. I have been so depressed to the point of having suicidal thoughts. I haven't had any energy or motivation. My skin is more oily than its ever been but drier than its ever been in a few areas. My hair started thinning. My anxiety was off the wall and my skin itched without a rash. Everybody annoyed me for no reason. I have yet to find a birth control that works for me."


"I have been sixty pounds over my 5'7 210 pound body. Started this expedition eight months ago and lost 56 pounds. I must admit I do exercise three times a week swimming slow slaps. My health has taken a great step forward and the finish line is near. Try it or stay fat."


"I took bupropion for about two weeks and I didnt like the side effects. I cant sleep and with kids its a big no!. Its been about 2 weeks since I stopped and I wish I didnt. I get anxiety attacks I want to cry!! And dizziness. I will visit my dr soon."


"This medicine has really helped me to sleep. My pain has gone down including migraines. I am still very stiff in the morning and sometimes I have weak legs. Only two side affects I've noticed, dry mouth and sleepy in the morning if I take the meds too late. But still pretty happy with the meds."


"This medicine nearly finished with my life. I got so depressed and lost and the experience was horrendous!
Do not take this medicine - your skin will improve but believe me it will cause you severe depression and mental illness.

Is not worthy! Trust me.

You become completely severely depressed."


"I am on my second round of nexplanon. I completed the first three years, and It was changed out, a new one was put in. At the beginning, I have mood swings and headaches, Yes my bleeding was irregular, But I was advised to head of time to be patient for things to settle. It did take about 4 months to settle, But after that I was regular. I put on about 10 pounds, But most of that has to do with my lack of exercise. I would definitely recommend Anyone try nexplanon. With a little patience, it's worth it"


"I have been on Gleevec now for 6 months and in that time I have had maybe 5 well days, the other days have been filled with vomiting, nausea, body aches & pains, migraines, lethargy, insane amounts of facial swelling and my weight is just up & down like a yoyo, varying from 82kilos down to 75.  I now realize that when I said this wasn't the right medication for me 5 months ago I was right. Today my hematologist told me that my Philadelphia gene is unacceptably high, so now I am going to try something else. I am delighted to hear that others are doing so well on it but it certainly wasn't for me"


"I've been taking tri-sprintec for 6 or 7 months. I started it with hopes of it getting rid of my moderate acne. I rarely got cystic acne, but my face ALWAYS had zits and I would break out around my period and even worse when I was stressed. Now I still have acne, but it isn't nearly as bad as it was before; I also don't notice much of a change in my skin when I get stressed. So it didn't exactly work how I hoped it would, but it IS helping some.

The first month that I started tri-sprintec was pretty awful. I was nauseous for four weeks straight- from the time I woke up to the time I went to sleep. I've gained a little bit (5lbs) of weight and noticed that my breasts have grown (or are always swollen)."


"I have been on Femara for five years now.  I have had some side effects like dizziness and slight joint pain.  All in all, if it keeps breast cancer away I am happy to take the medication. "


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


"I had 3 t tests to stop my heart back to normal rhythm but amiodarone did the trick."


"I have been taking  Truvuda and Edurant combination for the past two years, no side effects at all and my viral load is 20, CD4 good too. And living in Thailand the medication is so cheap."


"I am diagnosed with acute anxiety, depression, panic attacks and post traumatic stress disorder. Klonopin is one of the medications I am on. I have noticed that it has helped keep my bad panic attacks down. It has helped to ease my mind and body. I still do get attacks, but not as frequently. This medication has helped me a lot and hopefully my medicines along with therapy I will someday be able to have a normal life. I try to remain hopeful."


"I am a mother of two working part time and attending school. Not only did this medication help me lose weight it helped me focus and concentrate in school. I am the happiest I have been in a very long time. I am not currently off Apipex and now my doctor is putting me on Adderall to help with me studying in school."


"I have Rheumatoid arthritis, Fibromyalgia and restless legs syndrome. I was taking Cymbalta for the FMS symptoms. I started taking Cymbalta about 1.5 months ago and yesterday was moved to Savella.  I give Cymbalta great credit. It does what it says. Within days of starting it, my pain level went from a constant 6-8 lingering to 0-1.  I hadn't felt so good in years.  My mood improved greatly too. BUT, I had to transition off of it due to side effects including headaches that would come on at the drop of a pin feeling like an axe in my head and throbbing with every beat of my heart. When I'd take my Blood pressure it would be up to 140/85 from a usual 116/64, profuse sweating to the point of having to change clothes, night sweats and anorgasmia.  The doctor reacted to the Blood Pressure elevation with concern."


"Hello all , my esperience with lexapro is very good , first of all i head extreme panic attack all days , extreme anxiety extreme weaknes . After one week of taking i feel more powerfull no panic attacks but anxiety is still there i hope in few weeks anxiety will be gone"


"I took tramadol after carpal tunnel surgery. I usually get sick from other medications. I tried this & got severe headache. Took it only at night the next day & woke up with the pounding in my head. Didn't take it at all the next day & felt fine. Wish it had worked for me."


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

"Originally prescribed Provigil for sleep apnea, or at least that is what my doctors said so that my insurance would pay for it, however my sleep study was done a long time ago when I weighed more and insurance has recently stopped paying. I actually take the medication due to 2 previous head injuries. I have been on the medication for about 4-5 years. During that time I have returned to work and school to pursue a nursing degree. Off of the Provigil I have to take a nap every day, begin to forget things, and fail my classes at school. I have had to make many lifestyle changes since my accidents and taking Provigil really helps me. I am a single mom of 2 teenagers and just want close to normal life as possible."


"I am 23 and have had major problems with depression since I was 14. I've tried Lexapro and Zoloft....nothing. This is my fourth day on Wellbutrin. I told my family that it may just be the placebo effect but I already feel better. Before...I'd get depressed or angry over small things and stay that way for hours, if not for the whole day. Now...I stop myself before I start which is a tool I did not have before. It's still way too early yet and it may all be in my head but here's to hoping this works for me! I have a 2 year old, fiance, and live with my parents....life has been crappy for a long, long, long time. It's time for me to be happy!"


"I was in a marked crosswalk when a person ran the Red Light & T-Boned me, pushing me into on-coming traffic, right in front of 2 Portland Police cars.
I was knocked out for two days in ICU.
When I woke up, I found that I could not use my Left Hand, and I WAS Left Handed.
I had other injuries too, but after being Left Handed for 60 yrs, and 32 of those years I was a Computer Designer.
After about a year of tests and 2 failed operations, none of the doctors could fix the nerve damage to my hand.
I had to retire from work. Learning only the basic skills with my right hand, which was also damaged. I became very depressed. I am now up to 80MG a day, and it has helped me a lot.
I am also on 20MG of oxycodone every 4 hours for constant pain."


"I have been on Victoza since August, 2014 (9 mos).  I had to increase the dosage between 1.2 and 1.8 gradually....1 click of the "pen" every 4 or 5 days to avoid the nausea.  Now at 1.8 for several months.  I have lost a total of 57 lbs!  I want to lose about 25 more.  So far I am thrilled with the results!"


"Doctor gave me a sample and a prescription of this to try. I have used Treximet with great results, but it took too long for the medicine to into my system to counter the migraine. The Sumavel works GREAT, HOWEVER it does hurt. The initial injection is painful. I was left with a welt and a tender spot for hours afterwards. The injection pain is well worth the relief. I do get the burning sensation at the bottom of my brain stem 30 seconds after the injection and feel very weak. This is all normal as I got the same feeling when I start Treximet. Luckily my insurance company covers it."


"I was prescribed Percocet a number of times for surgeries and a bulging disc. The last time I went to the pharmacy they gave me Roxicet and swore they gave me the wrong medicine. It is exactly the same medicine as other oxycodone I have received in the past but did not work the same way (less pain relief). It has to do with the mixers/additives. I see a number of others who have had the same problem. This affects people differently so you might have a trial and error process. For me Roxi equals very little pain relief."


"Let's be honest, there is not one birth control that will work for EVERY woman. You have to just try and see what works best for you and your body. I got my Implanon in January of 2010, a few months after having my son. Insertion was SUPER easy, the anxiety was the worst part. I do have spot bleeding every few weeks but no need for tampons anymore, just the miniature liners which I keep in my purse. No weight gain, I actually work out on a regular basis and have continued to see my weight go down. I did have irregular periods the first year I had it and that was annoying but every birth control has it's downsides so it's up to you to pick which side effect you can live with. I say if the other BC's haven't worked for you, give it a shot!"


"I have been on Sprintec for over a month now. I'm 18, this is my first birth control pill, and I was prescribed by my dermatologist. Ironically, my acne has actually worsened significantly since starting the pill. I have decided to switch to a different pill because the side effects are honestly unbearable. Sprintec has increased my appetite and resulted in weight gain. I am constantly hungry and never feel satisfied after eating. I have experienced increased depression, hair loss, and a longer period. My period averaged 4 days prior to taking Sprintec, and now it is 8-9 days. The only benefits to this pill are increased breast size and affordability."


"I got nexplanon put in at my six week check up after having my son. I had stopped bleeding for three days from giving birth when I got this inserted. I got my first period three days later it has been a solid 62 days today with no breaks. Not to mention I had lost 30 pounds in the first month after having my son and have now gained half of it back. I have never had messed up periods or messed up times with any birth control like I have with this one. After reading all of the below experiences I'm making a drs apt to get this thing removed asap"


"I was seriously depressed! Thought I would never be the same. Remeron has been a lifesaver! It took 2 weeks before I started to feel the effects and at 5 weeks I feel like my old self. Side effects for me were sleepiness in the first week and has not been bad since. A few headaches and alot of eating, but I need the weight anyways. Don't let the weight side effects keep you from trying Remeron. They will subside. Give this medicine a try. Well worth it."


"I am 20, 21 in a few months, I am 150lbs and 5'6" and I am on 2.5g 2x per night with 3 hours between the two doses. I am on night #8 and I wanted to share my current experience for newly prescribed patients. I am very happy with this treatment! My quality of life has improved around 80% and I realize I still have a while to go before my body is completely adjusted to this new chemical. I do not take any ANY other medications, and I only eat fresh foods, no fast foods for years, and I have cut my sodium intake due to the high levels of sodium in xyrem. I have only had one B12 energy shot since my first day on xyrem. I have very vivid dreams (that feel like) all night. I sleep very solid and deep, and when its time for dose #2 my body knows."


"At first I felt better, but eventually depression was MUCH worse.  (FYI~ do NOT drink alcohol on this med~ the next day I was almost suicidal). The side effects were terrible, ranging from random weird twitches, insomnia, over-eating, diarrhea, to exacerbating my original condition in the first place. Glad it helped some people but it was not for me."


"This medicine has made such a difference that my Sister even noticed.  I can talk with people and not get upset with them when they say or do stupid things.  I have noticed it has made me want to eat which I was having a problem with.  Never being hungry before taking this. $235 through insurance is still a lot of money every month. Thank you for this Drug Doctor."


"In 2010, I quit smoking by using Chantix and I did not have any side effects at all. I started smoking again in 2014 after some stressful events in my life happened. I promised myself that I would quit again after things settled down, and I did with the help of Chantix. The second time I took it I had trouble sleeping, but the cravings for cigarettes went away. I took Chantix for 2 months, but did not take the 3rd month because it was not covered by my insurance. Needless to say, I picked up the bad habit again after smoking just 1 cigarette (thinking just 1 would be ok). I started taking Chantix again about a week ago. I know Chantix works. It is just having the willpower to not pick up a cigarette after you quit. "Just 1" for me is not ok"


"I am 20 years old and not looking to have children any time soon! I am sexually active and cannot use the pill because I have had a blood clot before. However, I have MS so it is important that I don't get pregnant because of the meds I am on, therefore, I chose the IUD.
Getting the IUD inserted was a breeze! I have a high pain tolerance, it only felt like a small pinch. My experience with it so far have been a nightmare unfortunately. I've only had the IUD for a month so far and I've bled everyday since! I get horrible stomach pain and cramps at times. I hope that this soon gets better or I will just go back to only using condoms."


"I have been on Arimidex for 5 years. No pain or problems, and with a vitamin D supplement, I have been feeling great! Didn't have any problems until I started the generic form."


"I took Dilantin for over 20 years and always felt tired. I regularly had seizures 2-3 times a year while taking this medicine. My doctor took me off Dilantin and I transitioned to Levetiracetam (Keppra) because long term use of Dilantin can promote osteoporosis. I have been seizure free ever since and experience no side effects. I also feel more energy as a result of getting off Dilantin."


"I used ranitidine since 2000 and the acid stomach burns continued. I started using Equaline ranitidine tablets USP 150 around May 1, 2013 and I don't have the acid stomach burn anymore.  I don't even have to use Equaline everyday like I did the other ranitidine. Surprisingly, I think that Equaline may cure my stomach acid burns for good."


"Relpax is effective in taking away migraine pain 99% of the time.  For me, the best part was making me feel less nauseous, and less sensitive to sound/light.  The WORST part was the side effects.  I experienced muscle cramps in my upper body for about 30 minutes."


"I loved this medication when I was first diagnosed because I was feeling better immediately and everything cleared up 2 weeks in. I have been on this medication for almost 2 years now and I have gained 30lbs and when I am on highest dose of medication I get painful acne! I never had acne as a teen. I also feel bloated all the time and think Lialda makes me retain water. I forgot to take my pills once and the UC flare came roaring back within a day or two. My hair is also thinner :/ Did not fall out just thinned. Dont enjoy the symptoms, but I do appreciate that it does work!"


"I have been on Remeron for 3 years now and it's the best antidepressant I've ever been on. I have tried Prozac, Celexa, Wellbutrin, and Effexor. Remeron is the only one that made me happy to be alive. I did gain about 3 pounds but then was feeling so good I decided to become a vegan and improve my physical health, which before I could have cared less about. So now I've lost the pounds. Plus, a few pounds is definitely worth the improvement in mood and sleep. I have found it's really important how much I take and at what time. I did get restless leg syndrome which made it hard to sleep so I tried breaking up my 30 mg pill and taking 1/2 at 7:30 and 1/2 at 9:00 pm. That wasn't helping my mood/For best results, I take 30 mg at 6:00 pm and go to bed at 9:00."


"I was exhausted and constantly gasping for breath.  My cardiologist put me on isosorbide mononitrate, one pill a day.  The difference was astounding.  I no longer was gasping for breath and no longer had to take naps.  The pill would wear off during the night so the doctor recently changed me to two/day.  Am experiencing some pretty severe headaches and dizziness when get up to fast.  Doctor had told me I would experience headaches but they would go away eventually."


"I am waiting to get final approval for this drug.  I spoke to a lady who has been on it for 4 years and she said that it takes a few days to get over an infusion but its just a headache and tiredness.  She says this drug has given her life back so a small price to pay.  Can't wait to get this drug!"


"Diamox changed my life I had 24/7 pressure headache for 7 years of my life I went everywhere even to the mayo clinic and had test after test and scan after scan and finally my local neurologist tried this medication and it has made me able to live again for the first time in 7 years! I was diagnosed with chronic daily headache and told I would never get better but to everyone suffering there is hope don't believe what a few drs say keep searching for answers. Try this medication if nothing else has worked for you!"


"Nitrolingual pumpspray is the best thing to come along in awile.

It is so more convenient than the nitr-pills.

Taste alot better too."


"I started using Movantik for the first time on New Year's Day.  I read all I could about the drug and decided to take it.  After about 15-20 minutes I experienced some very minor abdominal discomfort.  After about another 15 minutes I had the feeling I had to make a bowel movement.  I was amazed the medication worked so well and quickly.  I had my bowel movement.  I had to make another smaller bowel movement hours later that same day.  So far the first day of using this medication was a success."


"I had my appointment to get skyla today. Beforehand, I read a lot of these comments which really made me nervous about going through with it. Let me tell you, it is not as bad as all these stories make it seem. The doctor will talk you through it step by step and let you know what they are doing. Inserting the device felt like a normal period cramp. They will reccommed that you take some deep breaths during the insertion which helped me a lot. It's been a few hours and all I feel is very mild cramping, nothing some Tylenol won't help. Would definitely recommend skyla to anyone looking for an effective form of birth control."


"Works"


"I am 53 and have suffered migraines since high school. Nothing I could administer myself has ever worked even the tiniest bit. After going to my Dr for a Toradol shot he told me to try the Sumavel Dosepro injection. He told me it was far from painless. The injection feels like being stung by a bee, but is tolerable because you eventually get use to it. It is far better than laying in bed for three days in the dark and vomiting. It bruises and sometimes causes slight bleeding, but even with that and the injection pain...totally worth it. The first time I had an injection it took half an hour for relief, but now my headaches are gone in 5 minutes. It is a miracle drug for me. I love it. I pay $60 for a box of 6 and ins. pays $1,000."


"This is the best thing to help my CIU! I had to leave my last year of highschool because my hives would cause my lips and eyes to swell up every day for 7 months and nothing seemed to help. We went to a doctor that recommended Xolair and I started getting the shot monthly. I was devastated because the first three months of being on the shot nothing happened, it cleared them up a little bit, but not to where I was happy and feeling any better. My fourth shot of Xolair was like a miracle, I woke up the next morning and there was 0 hives. I've been on the shot for 7 months now and have been hive free for 3 months straight, the only time they come back is when I'm more then a week late for my next shot. It's amazing, it gave me my life back."


"Norco (highest strength) worked absolutely fantastically in controlling my pain from chemotherapy. Most of the time I only had to take 1/2 the dosage that the doctor had prescribed for me. I've never had a drug work so well without having horrendous side effects."


"I've been taking Abilify 30 mg for about 4 years now. I also take 2 antidepressants Paxil 40mg and Wellbutrin 300mg daily. Abilify changed my life for the better. I had been on a roller-coaster of medicines taking Seroquel for a few years. When I tried Abilify I barely had side effects though for the first month I had excessive sweating. I have gained 70 pounds since I began taking medicines (8 years). Recently I was taken off Abilify to try Lithium. I became severely depressed and manic. I even went to the ER for suicide. The few times I've been off my medicines I've been hospitalized. So I say definitely YES to Abilify. "


"The first few days I took the 30mg it worked great my pain was pretty much gone and I felt like myself again, other then the bad side effects. But after the first few days my pain started coming back more everyday. I did start taken 60mg about a month later but it did not help with the pain and I could not deal with the side effects. I am still on the 30mg because it does help with my depression."


"I my boobs got huge on this pill but as well as them I also gained a extra weight on my hips. I completely lost my sex drive as well so it is hurting my relationship. As well as it has been making me so moody. I give this drug a 5 because I never got pregnant.  However, the side effects were bad."


"I had HORRIBLE acne on my back - all over. So bad I almost gave up. I went on birth control, and have been applying Aczone twice a day, and it's been working fabulously! Other creams haven't been as affective at all and also bleached my cloths. Aczone doesn't do that. I am also not peeling at all, which I usually get. I also had really bad cystic acne on my neck and it is COMPLETELY gone! It's so worth the price."


"I have only been on Adipex for a week and a half now,and lost about 4 pounds in the first 3 days but now i am at a stand still again, I am on 37.5 dose and have never experienced jitters, extra energy, and worst of all I am still hungry! I do not eat that much in hopes I will still loose weight, also I work out at home for at least an hour 3-5 times a week, mixing cardio with weights. I only have the prescription for one month so we will see how the other 2 1/2 weeks go."


"I take 50 mg of Trazodone and 1 mg of Risperdal for my racing thoughts and 40 mg of Celexa for my depression all at bedtime and the Risperdal is good. I get really hungry from it though. I always snack now before I get to sleep. Besides the hunger I like this in addition to my other medicines. Before I would have racing thoughts that kept me from sleeping and now I don't have as many which is great!"


"Do not base your opinion off of these reviews! It is important to remember birth control works differently for everyone. I was absolutely terrified to go on any type of birth control pill because I find myself prone to side effects with these things and was already having bad anxiety. Turns out this pill completely levelled me out. I haven't experienced any negative side effects at all except for the break through bleeding (which is why I came on this site in the first place). Besides that, nothing. Try it! I feel as though my body actually really needed this, since it seems as though it's actually levelled out my anxiety."


"I took it 1 hr after unprotected sex. First days no symptoms. Then I had stomach pains for about 5 days. After they went away I would wake up feeling weak and felt like throwing up when eating breakfast. After the morning I was fine all day. This all lasted for 2 weeks and period came 4 days before it was due! Thank you plan B so much. I was so stressed and scared, birth control will start asap!"


"If you live, for decades after taking levaquin, you will experience multiple tendon ruptures, in your arms, shoulders, legs and achillies tendons.  All your muscles will forever be weak and your reflexes slow.  Do not take, under any circumstances, unless you want to destroy your health."


"This birth control was great for the first year. After about 14 months of being on this I started to get horrible cystic acne. I have tried every face wash, herbal remedies, acne pills..EVERYTHING and it has not cleared up. My face is always red and inflamed when I get a breakout and it is all around my chin (hormonal acne). I am asking to switch at my appointment this week."


"I experienced too many side effects -- constant nausea, itching, & weight gain."


"I have been taking Loestrin24 for a couple months now and I can honestly say I am very satisfied with the results. I have tried about 4 different birth controls in the last 2 years and with all of them I had experienced alot of side effects. My doctor always put me on moderate to high doses of birth control because of my PCOS, and Endometrosis which then led to more side effects. This is the only pill I have been on that I have experienced no side effects and the best part is I have my sex drive back. I have lost about 10 lbs since taking this but alot of that is water weight from the other birth controls. My periods are very light and there has been minimal cramping as well. I'm very happy. "


"I was originally switched to Wellbutrin SR, cold turkey, and suffered horrible side effects until my system got used to it. When the XL came out I was hesitant to change over, but I did so with no side effects and pretty good results."


"I started at 5 mg and after the first week it worked. I then upped it to 10 mg per the doctors orders but am gonna ask if its okay to go back down to 5mg since it was working. I went from not eating, can't get out of bed, can't take care of my kids, depressed, horrible thoughts, can't make dinner, bad with money, just all around sloppy to my normal self. I'm able to think clearly, clean my house, make dinner, enjoy my family. I was afraid to take it but am now thankful . The only side effect for me is sleepiness at night, which is good, and urinary tract infection. Hopefully it was clear up with keflex and a lower dose. I'm okay with it because my life is back."


"Cymbalta helped with my depression, but caused me to gain a lot of weight."


"I finally talked to my doctor about my uncontrollable armpit sweating and she prescribed me drysol. I used to take freezing cold showers, dry off and be soaked in minutes! But drysol has helped me so much!! My pits stay dry and I can wear tank tops again without feeling drenched!"


"I have been taking this medication since August 2015, and it has been the best one for me yet. I started with Celexa then went to Zoloft, and Zoloft worked for a bit but once things began to get difficult again I had to switch to another one, which was Wellburtin. It helped with some minor ADD problems, and overall my energy and positivity went up. I also began going to therapy again, and I 100% recommend that you do go to therapy in conjunction with antidepressants. Understand that if you don't like your therapist go to another one. You have to trust them and be able to open up to them to allow them to help. Medication only lifts the fog from your mind, but therapy is what allows you to move on with your life and not feel like a zombie."


"You won't believe this, but I decided to use Drysol on my face and head which is where I sweat the most. My son was getting married outside in August in New York and I knew I'd look awful being so sweaty. So I put Drysol on my forehead, above my lip, and in my hair. And not a drop of sweat! However...as I was about to walk down the aisle I felt water running down the back of my knees and in the small of my back. I guess the sweat has to go somewhere! Love it!"


"I started taking 5 mg Cialis daily because of bothersome BPH during the day. (I did not have problems during the night.)  After only a couple of weeks, I was better, and in less than 2 months, BPH was not a problem.  I do have a somewhat stuffy nose occasionally, but this is minor. I consider myself fortunate to have seen BPH advertisements on television because the ads prompted me to ask my doctor about Cialis."


"Given Zyban to help me stop smoking and it worked. I quit smoking, drinking tea and sodas too.  To this day I do not want to smoke or drink tea or sodas.  I didn't know that I would feel so good too.  I didn't feel depressed anymore.  I felt content with life.  The only draw back I experienced was some dizziness."


"My doctor prescribed Buspar 5mg 3x daily as I eased off Effexor. The Effexor worked great except for the sexual side affects and the hardcore addiction. I have nothing good to say about Buspar. I thought I was losing my mind. Felt severely unbalanced. Nauseated. Confused. Thirsty. Insomnia. You name it! My endocrinologist thought I might be diabetic because of family history. No, it was all the Buspar. Why should something that is suppose to help generalised anxiety make you feel like you are losing it?

I ended up slowly getting off of Effexor and pitching the Buspar. I need something for generalised anxiety but I am scared of another bad trip."


"I have been using Tri-Sprintec Lo for about 2 weeks after switching from the Nuvaring. I have had many symptoms from it. I have been breaking out with acne on my chest and a few on my face. Which I never had a problem with any acne before. I have had breast tenderness, and occasional cramps, few headaches. I have also noticed that my hair has been shedding a lot more than usual and noticed that is a bad side effect. I rather have these symptoms than the ones I have had with the Nuvaring. I was having something similar to hot flashes. I am going to call my doctor today and ask about it. I am going to try this one for about 2 months like I did the Nuvaring and if it doesn't change then I will try something else."


"My daughter is 5 years old diagnosed with CP when she was 2 and had her first seizure March of 2010. Her neurologist put her on Keppra and for a year she didn't have any seizure. March of this year she had a grand mal seizure and we had to take her twice to the ER. We found out she had RSV and it triggered her seizures. They say it will take 2-3 weeks to clear the virus and the seizure should go away too. Unfortunately for over a month now she is still having seizures almost everyday, sometimes in the morning and at night. We were given Diastat to help with her seizures and also increased the dose of her Keppra, but nothing seems to work anymore."


"I have had 3 Back Surgeries the first one was Botched with cut nerves and also left a hole in my spine! The other 2 was fusion surgeries with a implanted Battery Pack to try and fix the damage from the first one so I have to take pain medicines every 4 hours and I have tried a lot of pain medicines but Norco 10-325 seems to work the best so far for me."


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


"I have really bad cramps on my period and usually end up taking a day off of work each month. Since I've started Yaz I now have almost all the symptoms of PMS/PMDD which I hadn't had before. I had bad cramps and bloating for a couple of days during my period, sure, that's normal. But now I have mild cramps, bloating, headaches, irritability, muscle aches and trouble sleeping EVERY DAY since I've started! The doctor says it may take 3-6 months for my body to get used to the hormones but if this continues after 3 months I'm getting off them! The only bonus: my period is regular unlike before."


"This birth control has been a savior for me. After trying two different birth controls (Alesse and NuvaRing), I was losing hope that there was a good bcp out there. But velivet has been great! I didn't gain any weight, I don't feel any moodier, my acne has cleared up, my periods are lighter. Only complaint (which isn't really one, it's subjective) is that my sex drive is a lot more."


"This drug is my god now. Zolpidem bless us all."


"This is horrible!! I'm in so much pain! I put this egg in at about 9:30pm and it's now exactly 2:44AM and I can not go to sleep! I feel the burning sensation but it's itching like HELL ! I don't know what to! HELP !"


"I was prescribed Jolivette due to my high blood pressure which was being caused by Ocella birth control. For the first 3 months I did not experience any side effects besides the irregular period which was advised in advance.  After 3 months, I first noticed the side effects below: extreme weight gain (50 pounds!) and cravings for food that I had not previously ever would eat. Oily scalp and hair loss, this was a first for me and thought that I was just getting older, but then confirmed that it was Jolivette! (I'm 30 by the way). Anger and stress to the extreme. Depressed for no reason (I actually thought I was pregnant and would take home and doctor tests but resulted as negative every time). Chest and stomach pains. "


"I was on Lutera for 9 months. It was great. The only side effects i experienced were my acne clearing up and my breasts increasing a cup size. I am extremely active in my sex life and I didn't get pregnant; I trust this pill a lot. But for my last two periods I started spotting for the whole third week of pills and then having a very heavy period, so my doctor is putting me on a higher dose of a similar medicine, I'm just hoping it is exactly the same but with a normal period. Other than that I would highly recommend this birth control."


"I feel that I have had ADHD all my life, but I was only officially diagnosed when I was 17. I have been on Vyvanse for close to 6 years now and I can say that in the beginning it worked just how I hoped it would. It gave me energy and the ability to focus and get things done that I needed to. I started off on one 30 mg pill a day but I feel that I quickly built up a tolerance to it. I am now on two 50 mg pills (100mg) a day and it still doesn't have the effect that it used to on me. That is just one of a few things that I don't like about it. I feel like it worked for a short amount of time, but now it's just a pill that I can't get out of bed in the morning without taking. My depression has also worsened because of it I feel."


"Changed my life!"


"We started strattera 10mg then 18mg then 25mg for our 9yr old. In the beginning it was great, after about 5 days of each dose it was clearly time to increase to the next dose, but now we have been at 25 mg for over a month and the impulsivity and anger has gotten worse again over the past 2 weeks or so, and we can't increase the dose any further. Will be calling her doctor Monday to change to something else. An alarming thing to me is that she is also sad and crying a whole lot, which is new. This child never cried before."


"Alli was working for me unfortunately I have medications for high blood pressure and seizures and Alli was affecting the absorption of those medications and I had to stop taking it. I loved it though."


"I take 75 mg at bedtime. I started Lyrica in 2015 when I had shingles. I noticed that I wasn't having crippling anxiety. I was able to stop Klonopin. I  went back on Klonopin when we moved out of state. I also started  Ambien 5mg. For sleep issues. I thought I could stop Lyrica. That was a big mistake.  Last night I didn't take the Lyrica and I am so anxiety ridden and feel physically sick. I will definitely take the Lyrica tonight."


"Paxil CR has made a great impact on my quality of life.  I started menopause and was dealing with stressful family health issues, both beginning at the same time.  I begin to suffer from panic attacks and was overly sensitive to EVERYTHING.  I was taking Lexapro which did not help at all.  Paxil CR has been a God send for me."


"I was on Orsythia for 9 months and loved it. Before the prescription, I would have normal/heavy periods for 7 days and experienced a lot of premenstrual mood swings. After the pill, my mood swings disappeared and my skin cleared up (haven't had a single pimple since I started). I experienced spotting for around 2 weeks in my first month but my period regulated after that. My period then reduced to 3-4 days of light bleeding, manageable with just a panty liner. I didn't gain any unusual weight and it didn't lower my sex drive. I recently just switched to Nexplanon, a hormonal implant. I loved the pill but unfortunately, it is a hassle to have to remember to take it every day, reorder the prescription and take it with me when I traveled."