"As a former gastric bypass patient,  I know all to well about the on going struggle to loose weight. I've suffered many complications from this surgery and actually regret having it done. I've gained roughly 60 lbs back of this original 130 I lost. After talking with my doctor she recommended belviq. I started taking belviq June 29, 2015. I weighed 240 and today I weigh 229.2. So that a total loss of 11 lbs in 3 weeks. I've been walking AND running and have completely cut out fruit juices and eating rice every day.

I will warn you that I didn't take the pill for 2 days due to being out of town, and I experiences the worst nausea and headaches. I actually became sissy in Walmart while shopping and had to sit down to gain my composure."


"I have been taking Zyprexa for about 5 years. Started at 5 mg and am now at 2.5 or 1.25, depending on the day. This is for bipolar. I've tried to go off it (because I felt dulled and had a preoccupation with food) a few different times and had severe depression/anxiety symptoms recur. I also take Prozac (20mg) and Lamictal (100 mg). I don't think the Lamictal does anything but the Zyprexa seems to be the "glue" that keeps me together. Weight gain was an issue but have recently lost 20 lbs through diet and exercise (and reducing dose). I would rather not have to take it but it so greatly improves my quality of life that I feel I should stay on it."


"I eventually developed an anxiety when it came to big meetings.  I'm a social person, so I'm not sure where or how this developed; though I can say I've always dreaded getting up in front of the class in high school and college.  Symptoms would be extremely fast heart beat, sweating and noticable voice tremble.  Propranolol absolved 95% of these symptoms to where I could actively participate again in the meetings without the threat of embarrassing myself.  I only took when needed, not everyday.  I also recommend lexapro as a general anxiety reducer, I'm on a small 10mg dose of it, and between the two they have completely turned around my life.  Hope this info helps someone suffering as I was, this site got me the info to cure my anxiety."


"Xanax made me crazy. I am now in the process of weaning off of it. You cannot stop Xanax cold turkey. It'll be another two weeks before I'm done."


"I was given Reglan in the E.R. via I.V. for nausea/vomiting, It caused extreme panic and agitation! I was given Benadryl to reverse the horrible reaction."


"Good points: reduced my seizures and made me feel overall a lot more confident.  If I ever had a seizure, I tended to know when it might occur and my 'trigger' points.

Bad points:  It made me in some ways over confident, to the point of feeling careless.  Not so much suicidal, but thoughtless and self-indulgent.  I would get angry easily.  I work in a professional place and therefore had to taper down from it, though am still on a low dose."


"I have had plaque psoriasis 25 years and have started  Taltz 1 year ago. It completely cleared my skin. I used Stelera for 5 years prior to Taltz, but still had some psoriasis left on my elbows and some spots on my lower body. I am able to wear the clothes I want at work in summer and wear swimsuits in the summer! My life is changed. I wear dresses with short sleeves with no tights! I don't have to wear cardigan/long pants in the summer! I thank Lilly company for producing the drug and thank the co-payment assisting program! Thank you so much!!"


"Very good and fast working"


"I was quiet nervous about talking this pill, because I have had such bad experience with the shot. I'm on my 11 day of taking Lutera. I started on them the first day I received my period....and I've been bleeding ever since...very heavy at that, not a very happy camper. I have never bled this long."


"Back Pain subsided"


"I have depression and generalized anxiety disorder. Had both positive and negative effects.  First the negative (Gastrointestional (diarrhea that goes away in time) numbness down arms and hands at night, insomnia, tingling in forehead in initial stages, swelling of face, hands, stomach, ankles, initial anxiety that subsided, up a few lbs but cannot say it is the medication yet closely watching diet to see but do seem to get very hungry in evenings). The positive is I feel better, not as negative or anxious, dealing with my mothers Alzheimer's disease better."


"I am 18 years old and after being on this pill it caused me to have extreme hair loss. I didn't realize this what was causing till 4 months in. It did a good job keeping me from getting pregnant but now I am depressed over my hair loss. Not worth it!"


"This is the worst feeling in the world. My vagina is on fire and won't stop itching. I'm not sleeping tonight. Or ever using this product again."


"Awful!!!! Just gave me another thing to get off of. Ended up doing a lot of coke. Though I wasn't in any type of recovery either. My suggestion is anyone that wants to detox from opiates and is afraid to do it cold turkey, use suboxone, but ONLY to detox, don't use it as a maintenance med!! You can do it!!"


"This medicine did not work for me. "


"Was having problem sleeping due to Lyrica withdrawal, Took Zolpidem for only 5 days, the first 9 days after going off sleep ok, by day 10 got 4 hrs, day 11 3 hrs, day 12 1 1/2 hrs, OMG, skin burning & tingling can't take this. How much longer must I go through this "Hell", can't stop crying & can't enjoy Christmas. "


"Not sure how everyone is paying so much for this medication...I got my first prescription filled for free and then $35/month after that.  I don't even have what I would consider to be good insurance.  Then I found a coupon on their website to get it filled at the pharmacy and it's back to $0 copay.  You can't beat that!  As far as how it is working, so far, so good.  It's been 5 months now and haven't had any side effects...I can see when I started using it; my toenail is improving and new growth looks pink and healthy.  It hasn't eliminated the ugliness of the part of the nail that had already been destroyed by fungus so I will wait the 12-18 months for it to grow out.  I def recommend!!"


"I have not started yet. I actually found out I had Hep C genotype 1a last year with a viral load of 16,100,000, yes that is right 16 million 100. I tryed to get approved for Harvoni and Zepatier, but I was turned down 16 times, because I was not sick enough. My doctor did my viral load again about a month ago and it went up to 19,568,000, which means in little ova a year it went up more then 4 million and I was not getting more infected by Hep C, because I've been sober 16 months. So we finally put it in for the 17th time, and I got approved. So i will have 8 wks of treatment but I know I will need more cause my viral load is so high, so it better easier to get the second approval a lot easier. Wish me luck."


"The only warning my gyno gave me was that I would be spotting for about 15 days after having the IUD inserted, which was a damn lie.  I spotted for a whole four weeks after the procedure.  My uterus chilled for two weeks before I started spotting again.  I then became frustrated because this irregular spotting was now interfering with my sex life.  Panty liners, something I never sought to buy, will become your most prized possession.  During the first 3! months, your period will be irregular.  Mine became lighter but the duration lasted longer.  I went from a 5-day cycle to a 10- 13-day cycle."


"My saving grace as I have lost 52 pounds. It works and now I can be free to exercise and regain my health. If you really are interested in getting good health, great sex and new sexy clothes. BELVIQ is your answer."


"Besides the diarrhea, my experience has been great! I was diagnosed in July with an A1C of 11.2!!!!!!!! I self diagnosed, called the doc and told her I thought I was diabetic. Keep in mind, I never knew what an A1C was until that day I was pissed! When I asked my doc what my A1C  was in December, she told me 6, never EVER saying "Hey, you're pre-diabetic." They tried to also put me on insulin and I told them to kick rocks. 3 months later (2 days ago) my A1C is down to 6.7! Down 4.5 points! I'm hoping in 3 more months I can get it down to 5.5. That's my new goal."


"I started Wellbutrin XL 150mg 2 days ago, and almost immediately it has taken my "sadness" away to the point that I don't feel the heaviness on my chest anymore. I even told my Mom that I feel normal -- and this is what normal people feel like. I can honestly say I have been depressed for 3 years after 2 breakups, job/career issues and a death of a friend. I can say I feel no emotions (I guess I have been so sad for so long, I didn't know any other emotion but sadness and depression)."


"If this could be marked in the negative I would be marking it as so.  My gp gave me a sample as it costs $85 in Aust. I ask what the warnings were on this product and he said I'm not sure but the leaflet should tell you.  In my opinion if Drs don't know the basics of what they prescribe or even look it up, then don't prescribe it!!!

I used it for nearly a week and then all ofva sudden it felt like my cheeks were on fire and my face went itchy.  In the last 24 hours my face which had mild roseaca and pustules, has exploded into a burning, itchy mess. I have been in tears all day andcnow knowing when I put makeup on so I can leave the house burns even more I am devistated. I need to take and pick up my son from school..how can I face people."


"I would not recommend this to anyone. Monistat made itching and burning extremely worse. The burning even  went to to my anal area when the cream spread, this product should be recalled!!!!"


"I have been taking Synthroid for almost two years. My doctor told me that I might not be able to conceive but I am 15 weeks pregnant. My current doctor told me to take this medicine religiously because this is keeping me pregnant. "


"I have been on this pill for over 8 years and loved it up until now!  Now that Actavis has taken over manufacturing I am disgusted.  I gained weight with no change in eating/ workouts, and am back to having the extreme cramping and regular periods I had prior to being on the pill.  I have even started cramping and bleeding midway through with no missed pills.  With Watson I had mild cramps and hardly ever bled.  This is my 3 rd cycle on this pill.  I will stick it out until my next Gyn appt in Sept.  If things have not improved by then I will be shopping for a new pill.  So disappointed.  (And yes, my chest has gotten much bigger but it is not worth it.)"


"I tried Chantix for a period of 2 months.  My cravings for a cigarette eased until I cut down to about 3 per day.  The nausea lasted for about 20 minutes after each dose and got better over time.  The vivid dreams, constipation, and gas got worse. I understand this medication is not going to work the same for everyone. I believe there is a short window of opportunity when you either quit or you don't. When I was down to 3 per day, I probably should have quit.  This medicine began to make me agitated, anxious and very hard to get along with, to say the least. I still smoke unfortunately. "


"I am on Gabapentin for nerve damage due to chemotherapy.
I am now up to 600mg 3 times a day.  I am not having a lot of relief and have a lot of dizziness, joint pain headaches, and unsteadiness."


"It's not for everyone, but I do well on it. It's a great antidepressant, and it helped me lose a lot of weight, I believe. Only downside- insomnia! But it does go away, eventually (the insomnia)."


"I am a roofer and have fallen off of ladders and roofs. I've got pinched nerve in shoulder and muscle spasms in entire back daily. After trying Lortab, Percocet, Norcos, and a few other pain medicines my doctor gave me Nucynta 75mg. Finally after 7 years of agonizing pain I can actually function almost normally. It works very well. No buzz feeling just no pain."


"*7 month update*
I have gained like 6 pounds since I got it inserted, I feel hungry all the time. But since the insertion I've only had my period 3 times and it has completely stopped which is great! Beware that it does make you moody and grumpy. I have noticed that I am more tired lately I'm not sure If it has to do with the nexplanon but I hate how moody it makes me. Otherwise it's an okay birth control. After insertion I had minor headaches for a few weeks which is rare for me but they went away, and my periods got lighter and lighter till they stopped. This is only my personal experience and you will never know how well this will work for you unless you try it yourself."


"Diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder folowing several health issue including Cancer, pre-cancerous duodenal cyst removal, gallbladder removal, kidney surgery to remove stones. I have tried several SSRI's, several SNRI's, mood stabilizers (antipsychotic) and Remeron. All ineffective for my condition as a matter of fact made it worse. Once lorazepm was prescribe it all changed for the better. No side effects, no forgetfulness, no instability (falling). Without lorazepam I would not make it through the past 4 years. I also tried therapy with 4 diff. Therapists and did get some benefits from CBT. But lorazepm keeps me on an even keel. The only problem I have is all the negativity regarding its use. It works for me in small dosage (1 - 1.5 mg)."


"I took the emergency contraception about 24 hours after I had intercourse. It didn't work for me, I was pregnant. This was because I had already ovulated and the emergency contraception works by stopping ovulation."


"I've been on Orsythia for a year and half and I've had a regular cycle twice! I get it early and it lasts 7-12 days, and it's just brown, not a true 'period'. Recently I've started to get the bad acne everyone mentions. I'm 43 and have pimples on my chin and forehead (never had it before). It has eliminated my breast tenderness and cramping though - that's why I strayed on it. But it's just too unpredictable and so I changed to another birth control. I do not recommend it."


"I've been on lo loestrin fe for 5 years, started when I was 16. If I remember correctly, the first 6 months (give or take) I had my period two weeks on, two weeks off. But my periods had always been irregular. By age 17, I stopped getting my period! Haven't had any bleeding I'm 4 great years, haha. My blood pressure is sometimes high, but not enough for serious concern. This is the only bc I've been on and I have no complaints."


"I take  100 mgs of Tramadol 3 times a day  I.e. every 6 hours during the day. It makes me quite sleepy but it works. I also recently started taking 75mgs of Lyrica for severe nerve pain due to spinal stenosis. I actually think I could give up Tramadol - that is how much Lyrica has helped me. I wish I had been prescribed it much sooner. It's great for me. All I have is nerve pain. No back pain .Was very painful to get up or sit down let alone walk. Not now, I am back to light yard work. Love Lyrica."


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


"I had back surgery. The first night they have me morphine, hydrocodone, robaxin. None of this helped the pain. I was in tears. They finally have me Dilaudid, the first dose of that didn't help, was given a stronger dose of Dilaudid it helped a little. My husband was amazed at all they had given me that did not help. Even with the Dilaudid it wore off to fast. After crying all night & the next day with pain they finally put me in toradol. I had almost instant relief. It was like night & day. Pain went from a 10+ to a 5. But the Dr only gave me 3 doses. Sent home with only hydro & robaxin my pain level has gone back up to at least an 8 & higher than that when the muscle spasms start. Also did not have muscle spasms while taking toradol."


"I was diagnosed post traumatic stress disorder from Iraq war and also which goes along with adult ADHD and depression. They say it has a lot to do with my mind, has so many thoughts of what happened, what is happening, etc. racing through it that I guess it basically just gets worn out like exercising but once they started Ritalin 20 mg three times a day it helped a lot. More focused, less worried and in time just felt more rested and calm. But did have to force to eat at first. Lost my appetite until I got used to it."


"I had very good results using Cerezyme.  I was on it for 2 1/2 years and had the results of diminished bone pain, increased platelet count, and slight diminished spleen size.  I did not experience any side effects.  My only dislike about the treatment is that it has to be infused.  The Mediport does make this much more easy and tolerable."


"I'm sure that this medicine works wonders for those who can tolerate it, but not me.  I was on it for 6 to 7 weeks and couldn't finish a sentence without coughing every two words.  The worst part though is that it caused me to develop a case of pancreatitis after 7 weeks which kept me in the hospital for 10 days and was unable to eat for 10   days and not able to drink fluids for 5 days.  I lived on IV fluids.  I hope everyone else has better luck."


"Prescribed 25 mg off label to take for insomnia when required.
I had had them for weeks and not taken them but gave in last night after a rough week. Took 25 mg at 2230 fell asleep within 40 minutes, slept until 0930.
Woke 3 times but back to sleep straight away.

1100 am now and feel sedated and spaced out, not refreshed like I've had a good sleep.

Not going to make a habit of taking these,  just have a break now then from intense tiredness and being up all night."


"I'm 15 and have GAD. It got so bad that I missed a month and a half of school in  my freshman year. Paxil has helped me so much. I'm able to go to school and function normally."


"I got my Implanon in on June 6th, 2010 and I did not have a period until August and then the period lasted until the end of November. 4 months. It is now August and I have been on my period since the middle of May. I have also lost up near 25/30 pounds while I have had this birth control. "


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"Beyaz has helped with my sudden outbreak of adult acne, just like my previous birth control I got off of over a year ago.  However, my period cramps are about the same as if I wasn't on birth control at all.  No severe side effects, but would like to see improvement in this area.  Slight nausea when first taking it at night, but taking it in the morning with food seemed to eliminate the nausea.

Not bad, but could be better.  "


"I have been on this drug for 2 months now. I have had no side affects at all. I am calmer my anxiety has greatly reduced. Hopefully as I'm on the drug longer I will feel like my old self again. The only issue I have is with the cost!!! I have a high deductible plan and my out of pocket cost are around $260.00"


"I had heavy dental work done and the doctor gave me Percocet.  I also suffer from depression.  The percocet did wonders for my depression.  It made me feel like myself again.  I plan on telling my shrink about this tomorrow morning.  I know I can't continue to take this medicine but there may be a clue about percocet and depression. I don't feel high, just normal."


"Amazing medication that should be doctors FIRST CHOICE in prescribing a person with ADHD. I have been on every prescription under the sun, from Ritalin to Adderall, Vyvance, Concerta.  They all had HORRIBLE side effects causing me high anxiety & I also suffer from PTSD so you can image struggle. I'm a mother of 3 kids, work part time, & own a successful business. Without Dexedrine I doubt I'd be as successful.  It's a miracle drug."


"Over the past weekend my boyfriend and I had a 'uh oh' accident. About 5 hours later I went to walgreens and got plan B (which I found out is no longer over the counter). It works great!  It's a little expensive but it beats having a baby in my belly! I'm so glad this product exist. If your afraid to take it, don't be! As long as you take it within 72 hours you'll be fine. But the sooner you take it the better."


"I'm on my 3rd year with nexplanon and I plan on not getting another one. The first year was the worst with light spotting almost every day of the year. The second year was a little better, some days I didn't spot at all and completely forgot about the implant. This year the spotting has come back and is more than normal I've been bleeding for 3 weeks straight wondering when it'll stop. I've also gained about 20 pounds since I've had it put in and I can't seem to lose it and I've had a huge loss of sex drive, I'm single and with all the bleeding and extra weight I don't even want to have sex with anyone so I find it pointless now. Having it removed in October when the 3 years is up. Otherwise I'll have to pay for it."


"Had 2 infusions in 2 years--no improvement."


"My neurologist prescribes Trileptal for Photophobia and Phonophobia resulting from massive hemorrhagic stroke. The symptoms are inordinate sensitivity and abnormal reaction to lights, action, sounds. I often experience visual and aural hallucinations. This medication seems to lessen, not completely abate the symptoms noted."


"I received kenalog/lidocaine injections in my c spine (neck) three months on (once a month shot) and six months off. I noticed immediately my hair grew!! I went from this fragile hair to a freakin awesome thick head of hair what seemed to be overnight! First time in my life!! I was thrilled! Literally seemed over night! I swear by the injections for my spine did it!!"


"It workswhile its in your system.  Works fast...but it makes my hands shake bad.  My heart raceses too.  Hard to get use to, but slows the contractions to nothing."


"I started  this BC about 9 months  ago. I did have abnormal  periods one month I would start on the Iron pills and the next I would  start a week before.  I am currently PREGNANT  so somewhere  along the line this BC failed me big time.  With abnormal periods how are you really supposed to know?  I took this BC religiously every night around 11 pm."


"This is a very effective birth control. Yes you should always use condoms, even though condoms don't protect you from everything!!! Anyhow, I got the Nexplanon inserted on 12/2/2013 & It is to be removed by 12/2/2016. In January 2014, I bled very light for a little over a month, except maybe 2 days of a little heavier bleeding. I haven't had a menstrual since like the second week in February 2014. I have had severe mood swings to the point I could choke someone for looking at me the wrong way. I have become very aggressive, extremely depressed and have cried over the stupidest little things. I'm a CNA, so I've had back pain for quite some time. So I can't tell you if any may be from the birth control. More I can say..not enough space. :("


"I was started on Gildess 1/20 but then was switched to Blisovi after the recall. I absolutely HATE this birth control. Ever since starting it I have been having moderate to heavy periods twice a month. My cramps have been pretty bad too, the last heavy period I had my cramps lasted the entire week as opposed to going away the second day like they normally do. My mood swings are the worst they've ever been and I find myself crying at the drop of a hat and mad at everything. And just as some of the other women have stated, I have been extremely thirsty while on this pill and I can't wait to change it. The only good thing about this pill is that I'm not pregnant. That's the ONLY good thing about it."


"Got my doc to pre authorize my Belviq three months ago. Start 6" 276 pounds age 39. Getting rid of the gut after three months 26.32 pounds down. Feel good, great energy, good sleep eating healthy and playing basketball twice a week at the YMCA. My doc likes my progress and will add phentermine next month to keep me rolling on the weight loss. I told him I will only try for six weeks and see how I feel on the add on. Good luck to all who really want to change their lives starting today."


"This is the only one I feel safe taking. I'm prescribed 0.25mg 2x a day or as needed. I took Zoloft, Wellbutrin,Seroquel, etc. Felt horrible coming off all of these. With Xanax I feel like I can take it when I need it and put it down the next day if I don't. Unlike the other antidepressants that cause brain zaps or worse side effects, feelings of a rollercoaster coming down."


"I got my IUD in on 9/30/17 it was the worst pain I’ve ever felt. However, I am 18 with no kids. After my doctor inserted it I cramped for for maybe 5 minutes while they took the nexplanon bar out if my arm. No cramps there but maybe because I was focusing on a bar being cut out of my arm!! Overall I’ve been super crampy for the past few days. Ibuprofen doesn’t seem to help much either. I get super severe pain when trying to go #2. I’ve also been eating like crazy... I hope it gets better because I really didn’t like the nexplanon bar and don’t want pills or shots."


"Puts me right to sleep!"


"Other then feeling numb on geodon (partly I think my antidepressant too) I love it. I've been on geodon for a little over a year. Honestly I'll probably die taking this drug. It has saved me and brought me back to reality, after a mania-induced psychosis a year and a half ago. I'm almost never paranoid anymore, I can function in my day to day life, I am stable. I've even been able to cut down dramatically on how much I take."


"It works for not getting pregnant, but I get really moody and yell at my boyfriend a lot. I get really bad chest pains and can't breath well at times. My left arm goes numb and hurts, I was fine before I started taking this pill, since I've been on I've been nothing but sick for 6 months now."


"I took 1 pill for a number of years and it worked great!  I thought it was a miracle.  As years went on, I had to increase to 2 pills.  Again it worked great for a long but now I am having the bladder spasms again.   Guess I built up a tolerance to it"


"I was prescribed Topamax for my Bipolar as a mood stabilizer and because all my Paych meds have a side effect of weight grain and I had put on 60lbs in the last two years. So when my Dr. told me Topamax had weight LOSS as it's side effect I was beyond excited to try it and it has been nothing but smooth sailing. I was started at 25mg at night and moved up 25mg every week until now, three weeks in, when Im currently on 75mg and have lost 10lbs already! At 3+lbs a week! What this drug has done for me is curb my sugar and fast food cravings while eliminating my emotional eating and cutting my normal appetite in half. I've stopped all my addictions and binge eating even Alchohol. No bad side effects, but I am closely monitoring just incase..."


"I had tried several tablet forms of levothyroxine, all of them causing terrible problems with my stomach.  I have absolutely no problems with Tirosint so I love it, but my insurance company pays nothing for it and the manufacturers keep raising the price. Initially it was about $75 for an 84 day supply, this year in Feb. & May, I paid $86 and when I filled a new prescription a few days ago, the price has gone up another $20 and I'm paying $105. "


"I have had my Implanon for the full three years and have had very little problems. When I first got it inserted in 2008 I experienced some hair loss and non stop bleeding for about three to four months. I stuck with it and have had almost no problems since then. I do get light periods every two weeks, but it is worth it for a birth control I never have to remember. I am now going to give Mirena a try because it lasts for five years instead of three, but if I did not have the option of Mirena I would definitely have kept my Implanon."


"This medicine worked well on my nausea when all else failed and I was desperate. "


"I've had the Paragard in for a month. I read the reviews and was royally freaked out about insertion. In real life, the procedure was quick, mildly uncomfortable, and as soon as the IUD was in, I got a dull, period-like cramp that stuck around til that night. That's it! The next week: light spotting. I was also freaked out about my period being horrific, BUT I've always had heavy/painful periods, and I suspect most of the reviewers complaining about this side effect had easy-peasy periods pre-Paragard. On the IUD, mine lasted a few extra (light flow) days, and only on 1 of them did I need painkillers for cramps -- normal for me! The IUD affects every body differently; so far I'm really happy with it as an effective, non-hormonal method."


"Positives:  Slightly effective.  The pain reduced for the first 3 weeks or so.  Easy to use.
Negatives:  My hands became extremely swollen and I was unable to use them after my dose was raised (because the pain had returned).
"


"I had been on Advair for ten years and enjoyed not having asthma attacks, being able to exercise without using a rescue inhaler all of the time. Unfortunately due to the cost of Advair my insurance has dropped it from the list of medications they will cover and I have been switched to another brand. The new one does not work as well."


"I've been on this birth control for about six months now and it's by far the best one I've ever taken. It definitely does the job, no babies and lighter periods, the first month was hard, depressed and low sex drive but those symptoms have gone now. I started the pack on the first day after my period, it has completely cleared up any acne, my boobs have gone up a size and I feel I've lost some weight due to a lack of appetite. I think if u can get through the first month without any serious problems this medication should work out fine for u. My only issue I would say is some months my period is a few days off."


"Did not work for me. Was having some side effects from Zoloft, so I went to my MD to change things around a bit.  Zoloft was the only thing I had ever been on, but the tiredness and no libido was getting in the way of my children and marriage.  My doctor put me on Cymbalta and at first I thought that I was really going to like it. I felt more energetic and definitely more patient with my husband and children. BUT then I started getting anxious off and on, which gradually got worse until I couldn't stand it any more.  Now I'm trying a different SNRI, Pristiq.  Time will tell, but Cymbalta was definitely not for me."


"Began taking this medication for high blood pressure about a month ago. My daily migraines are gone, readings are back to normal, I have been sleeping great and have no real complaints. I hope there will not be a weight gain can't afford it. The one thing I am noticing is itching around my neck and elbow joints."


"Every body is different. However, this is my second time getting the Nexplanon implant (this is my fourth year now), and the only issue I had with it was when I first got it inserted, I spotted for about two months straight. Now my period is regular and I don't have to worry about taking a pill everyday. Very effective, would recommend to anyone."


"It was great at first. No periods and no hassle of taking a pill. However, I was so tired all the time that I would sleep 12 hours and want to go right back to sleep. It also made me very depressed and moody, almost manic at times. Not to mention, it made my breasts smaller. "


"I had the implant put in early December 2016 (after a lot of changes had been made to both the medication and the implant) and I have had nothing but a positive experience. I had the implant put in on the third day of my period, it went on as normal. I didn't have another period until January, and it lasted longer than normal and I have had spotting since then but nothing bad and it is not accompanied by any normal PMS symptoms so it's pretty much wearing a liner everyday just in case. Slight mood changes but that's with any BC, skin has changed (occasional breakouts my entire life), still have a sex drive, and no weight gain. I will say that I had a very normal cycle to start with and no previous problems! It makes life worry-free."


"I've been taking Viibrid for 5 weeks, and my mood seems to be much more stable. It's nice to not have constant feelings of despair. The one problem it's giving me is extreme nausea and vomiting. Even so, the positive effects from Viibryd are great and I'm more than willing to keep taking it despite all the nausea."


"Dilaudid has been the only medicine that would alleviate the extreme pain when passing kidney stones. I have been through it 5 times and doctors have prescribed several different things and nothing worked except for Dilaudid. It never made me feel stoned or euphoric and I was able to function normally without pain."


"SInce increasing to 150mg twice a day, I have only had one 15ish minute afib eipisode in the last 1.5 years.

The side effects I get are visual, shadows and slight afterimages at night. The side effects are reassuring to me; I've assumed that for me, the side effects are proportional to the therapeutic effect. For me, exercise increases the side effects a lot.

I gave it a 9 out of 10 but will change it to a 10 of 10 if I find I don't need to avoid my afib triggers."


"First time using this. Usually buy the generic and never experienced pain like this. I feel like if I spread my legs fire is going to shoot out of my vagina. It's only my first night and I don't know if I will be brave enough to insert more tomorrow night."


"This is an amazing birth control pill. I have been on this pill for two months now and I love it.  I didn't gain any weight.  Because I have a balanced diet and also exercise twice a week. Try relaxing perhaps and believe in it that is the key girls!"


"I am on Buspar and 5 milligrams once a day I feel that if I take it all at once and it does not work I am so lost because I can't stand this dizziness nausea in my stomach my feet feel like they're falling out from underneath me I really am lost the doctor wants me to stay on it but I do not want to up it because I feel like I keep going through these side effects over and over again every day due to the fact of it being Half-Life what do I do from here"


"I have taken ducolax pink 3 times in my life, and my first experience was terrible. I took 3 pills not knowing how strong they were and I'll just say I had a terrible night. Cramps were awful, up and down all night going to the bathroom, cold sweats and everything. The second time I took it I only took 2 pills and it was the same I swore I'd never take them again until recently I was constipated terribly. I knew the side effects so I took 1 pill about 8:30 last night and after I did I drank about 4 glasses of water. It's now 5:30 and believe it or not I have not had diarrhea like I have had every other time, cramps are not bad this time and no sweats. I reccommend if you're going to take these only take 1!! And drink a lot of water!!"


"I got Implanon about 2 to 3 years ago and it was the worst thing I've ever experienced. I had it in for a little over six months and I bled the entire time, I cramped, I got migraines, so I took it out. So now I have nexplanon and it's been about 2 months. I bled for two or three weeks and then I haven't gotten my period since I actually feel a lot better. The first time with Implanon my head felt fuzzy and it was hard to concentrate but not with nexplanon. I think the experience depends on your age and your hormone levels and if you had a break for a baby or not. I would have to say I like both better then the pill or patch."


"I wrote a few days ago regarding my very first experience with the ring which that was my first day with it. I experienced nausea and fatigue and as the days progressed things became somewhat worse. I ended up feeling dizzy and lightheaded and moody and not motivated to have sex. I removed it earlier today and am already feeling much better without it. I wished so bad that it would not affect me so much badly. But unfortunately it did. "


"Don't let the bad review deter you. I was a teenage with very bad acne: on my face, on my back and I couldn't do anything without being self-concious.
I tried everything from topical creams to oral meds like doxycycline to stuff like Proactiv. NOTHING WORKED.

When my doctor suggested that I get on Accutane I was hesitant. I had to take a pregnancy test among other tests every month. But I agreed.

Yes I did have extremely dry skin, and severly dried lips. but honestly...when you have severe acne that is nothing in comparison.
Now I'm 22 and my skin is CLEAR! My back is completely CLEAR! Its a miracle.

If you have acne you HAVE to try Accutane."


"Same old story as everyone else. I used it for about 7 days and it was great. It does what it says it'll do, but it makes matters worse when the application is worn off. Even while it was working, I could tell that my face was trying to flush and it was coming out in areas that I have never been red(in between eyebrows, slight rash on forehead, red nose). This medication seems too intense for the skin and I will never use it again.

Hopefully my rebound flushing will subside because right now it is nearly purple."


"My time with skyla has been an absolute breeze. Ms. Skyla and i have been together since late october 2015 and it has been great. I must admit that the insertion is a bit painful,but you will soon forget. I got cramps for about a weekafter insertion. Nothing that a littlw ibuprofen couldnt tackle. I urge anyone who is thinking about skyla to just do it. I promise it is worth it. Please remember that pain is subjective. Meaning it just depends on the person. "


"Keratosis on my scalp is an ongoing problem...Carac proved to be a great treatment to remove these unsightly pre-cancerous growths...On it for a two week treatment period...No pain, just some small patches of redness...The only problem I have with this medicine is the outrageous cost for a tiny tube. Be certain to wash hands immediately if you apply it that way, or even better use a cue tip."


"I was prescribed this for pain following brain surgery.  Take with food to prevent nausea. To avoid constipation,  I took each dose with a stool softener and drank apple juice. Works good on the pain. But you do feel a little loopy on it."


"Did not work. Coughing so hard my back hurts."


"First my Dr had me on Restasis, and after 2 months, it really did nothing for me!

Now, the doc prescribed Xiidra!  I've been using it for about 6 weeks, and it does seem to be working!  I do have a huge problem, though!  I'm assuming it is mostly older people using your drops?  Why have the medication, in such a hard plastic container, that a senior citizen

with Arthritic Hands, cannot open your packaging, or squeeze the eye drop dispenser, easily?

Hopefully, someone at Shine, will take the time to read this, and answer me?  Thank you!"


"Minimal side effects. It takes a lot of them to help me out but they do more so than Norco or Vicodin without having the extreme side effects of Oxycontin or Dilaudid. Percocet is a pretty good median. It's my favorite pain reliever so far."


"Portia is the third birth control that I have tried. I have noticed weight gain that I did not have with my other pills. My moods are also terrible and unstable. I get awful cramps and headaches during my period. Overall, these are small prices to pay compared to other issues I have had with other pills."


"I've tried many other non-addictive medications and none of them helped my anxiety the way Xanax does. After several other medications, (and hesitation on my part) my doctor finally prescribed me Xanax 1 mg 2-3 times daily depending on my level of anxiety that day. I ended up breaking most of the pills in half and only taking 0.5 mg usually 3x a day, and find it relieves my anxiety without the level of sleepiness a whole mg gives me. I usually only take a whole pill if I feel a panic attack coming on. But, I'll take the mild drowsiness any day over the level of constant anxiety I had prior to starting the drug, and a couple cups of coffee usually does me good. I can definitely tell when a dose starts to wear off though, some withdrawal."


"This works well and fast. The biggest problems are that the medicine doesn't last for a long amount of time, and if taken too much the effectiveness will decrease. However, for moderate to severe panic suffers I recommend this highly."


"I am 21, very fit and active. Although I've had two kids, I only weigh about 140, and I work out daily (4-5 days a week) I walk 3.5 miles a day and go to the gym. I began taking Zarah in hopes that it wouldn't cause weight gain, however, I have gained 5lbs in the first week. Not to mention I cannot lose the weight no matter how hard I try! Keep in mind I also diet. I have retained so much fluid, and this medicine caused crazy mood swings and irritability. I also bled when I wasn't on my period. I stopped using zarah about a week ago... I've lost those 5lbs, no more mood swings and I feel much better."


"It was on a low dose of lithium so it didn't affect my mood that much. It definitely combats suicidal ideation though which was the reason I was put on it. However, the side effects are HORRIBLE. Dry mouth, weight gain, thirst, hand tremors, drowsiness, increased urination, no interest in sex, feeling cold all the time. This morning I passed out due to dehydration. It's not worth it. There are other primary mood stabilizers that you can go on."


"I just started taking Adipex 2 days ago. I can't say much right now but that for these past couple of days I haven't really been hungry and I have been experiencing dry mouth and insomnia (can't sleep at night). I had a bad miscarriage last year and I gained a lot of weight. I hope this works. "


"I've had the Nexplanon for about four months. It was annoying for a good month and a half almost two from constant bleeding and spotting. But after that I have not had a period. It's great, only now I sometime realize it gets itchy but than the urge to itch goes away. Would definitely recommend to others. If having the bleeding and spotting for long times I would hang in there. It gets better just have to wait it out."


"I have had the last 6 inhalers clogged.  I still have medicine in them and they will not work.  What is going on?  It is undependable!  Asthma is a condition that cannot wait!"


"I've only been on it for a week, but before taking the medicine, I was up at least 3 times per night changing clothes due to being drenched from night sweats (very disruptive to sleep patterns). Since starting this medicine I have not had one episode of night sweats!  Hope it last, it will be a life changer if it does!"


"The glaucoma attack was a side effect that I did not need :("


"I have been on Orsythia for 6 months for controlling dysmenorrhea, or painful periods. Before starting birth control overall two years ago, I missed at least two days of school and work a month because my cramps, backache, nausea, and headaches prevented me from doing more than sitting in bed crying. After Orsythia, I barely get a period, it lasts four days and I rarely need to use anything more than a pantiliner. I get the occasional cramp, but nothing unmanageable. I love this pill!"


"ABSOLUTELY AMAZING; HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. I almost chickened out after reading all these negative reviews.. but I'm entirely happy that I got the procedure done. It was quick, simple, and painless. I had bruising around the site for about a week, but it was nothing too noticeable. I was afraid of all the side effects and complications that were listed, but fortunately I did not experience any. If anything, I have been able to lose weight easier, and my mood has increased I feel great, and confident with myself."


"Medication very effective for sinus infection, some doctors recommend Omeprazole for the GI effects, it reduce highly stomach pain."


"I got this back in June of 2016, so I've had it for about 10 months now, and love it. It's different for everyone, but I've had a great experience. I do have spotting on it, but nothing that the pill doesn't fix. I couldn't just be on the pill (I'm extremely forgetful), so having this as birth control and the pill to control the symptoms works for me. No BC is perfect, so I just chose one that was effective, easy, and that I could control the symptoms for! Also, it was completely covered by my insurance!"


"First of all, believe that the doctor had evaluated and decided that this drug has more benefits than the side effects for you.  Every medicine has side effects.

I completed my 14 days of prevpac today.

I was having unexplained upper right stomach pain and sometimes diarrhea once or twice in a week.  Initially thought its gallstones - but ultrasound confirmed its not.  All blood work was normal.  Upper endoscopy did not figure out any ulcers.  Finally,did a stool test and confirmed the presence of h.pylori antigen and i was recommended prevpac for 14 days.

I had few side effects. Headache in the evening,Mild stomach cramps, Bitter taste in mouth (specifically in the morning).  Im feeling perfect nw.  Be positive and that supplements the med"


"For the past couple of months my face just exploded with acne really bad. My whole face was covered and even my neck. Lots and lots of blackheads and lots of acne deep in my cheeks. I went to the Doctor and was prescribed doxycycline to take one every night and a topical cream duac to also be used at night. For me it definitely became worse before it got better. At the three week mark I got more acne and it was red and I was going to give up but I kept going and at 7 weeks it's now mostly gone. I do have a few left but my skin is so much smoother and clearer. I also want to say that during this I had began a new lifestyle change where I became vegetarian and cut out dairy. I also go to the gym regularly so I'm sure all these combined helped me."


"I've suffered from eczema since I was born. No plastic diaper cover etc. Born in 1960 doc's did a lot of odd treatments that didn't work. Finally, in mid 70's it went to my feet. My heels cracked also between the toes. The cracks were often over 1/2" deep, bled, & never closed. Of course the doctors declared that it was athlete's foot! I had to put a OTC solution that has alcohol as #1 ingredient! I couldn't walk in the mornings, bled on things, & was tortured by athlete's foot meds for years!
Finally I was diagnosed with eczema & allergic to most trees, grasses, weeds, soaps, perfumes etc. Zinc oxide on the feet wrapped in a sock & plastic bag almost "cured" the cracks. Coal tar topical shampoos & face really helped too!"


"Let me say since starting this birth control  I haven't had a period for 6 years, a little spotting here or there but nothing I was concerned about. I really liked it up in til now. This spring I have had a rash from the side of my temples behind my ears to around my throat. I have breast and nipple tenderness which hurts bad I have headaches more then usual. When my rash first happened I thought it was dermatitis so I went to the dermatologist which she proscribed me a higher dosage of hydrocortisone to try. Let's say it calmed it down but never went away. So I did a little more research on the web and found out it could be hormone imbalance from the birth control which totally made sense I looked up the side effects and it described me."


"This medication probably works wonders for some, and it did for me at first. However, I experienced the absolute worst yeast infections, to the point I went to the E.R. I stopped taking this medication and will be talking to my MD about something else."


"Prednisone has been a miracle, having severe gout for years has been a life changing experience. Gout has turned my life upside down and I've taken everything. Prednisone has given me back my normal life. With prednisone its actually given me an extra boost during work and while I coach my little league sports. Minor side effects like increase of appetite, puffy face and once in a blue moon I'll get a little short of breath (when I've taken over the prescribed dose) hasn't interfered with my daily routine enough to stop taking prednisone. I stop doing that and only take the recommended dose. I've only taken prednisone only when I need it, I've gone without it from 2 weeks to a month. Prednisone has worked miracles for me."


"Left hospital yesterday after having stones removed and a kidney stent put in place. Approximately 12 hours after taking this drug I have severe tingling, shivers and nausea. All these symptoms are worse than anything I was experiencing from the removal of the stones.
I went to emergency ward tonight as I thought I had a severe UTI. The locum confirmed I was ok. I mentioned this drug and he stated these were ok. It was not until I looked up these side affects that I realised how dangerous they are. I have stopped taking these immediately.
What is it with these doctors, do they check anything."


"I have always struggled with depression but after giving birth my depression spiraled out of control. I was miserable every second of the day. My husband finally told me I make an appointment or he makes it for me. I started off at 10mg of Celexa, and was moved up to 20mg. It has completely turned my life around. I finally feel like I'm living again. I haven't had any side effects other than minor headaches."


"I had been off of medication for a while, recently went to a doctor for ADHD to get meds again -- was given a script for Adzenys XR-ODT, I have had experiences with Adderall in the past while sampling medication with my previous doctor and found success. This medication at the equivalent dosage of 20mg did little to nothing for me for the first few days and eventually, nothing at all."


"Been taking mirtazapine for 7 weeks - definitely sleep (out like a light) but feel groggy/cloudy head in the morning.  I have a constant dull headache and my vision is blurred sometimes - the glasses I got for being short sighted, in early Dec are no longer suitable. Blurred vision is not on the PIL yet but I see many people report it. Emotionally I am numb; not happy, sad nothing - seeing Dr to reduce dose with a view to stopping. Appetite increase is ridiculous-even when I feel full I can't help shoving more in; just shows the brain-gut link is so true. Also very dry mouth that cannot be rectified drinking 3 litres a day! "


"After a scare I needed birth control asap. I read a lot of reviews which really scared me especially after 2 HORROR experiences on the pill, I was on Loette a low dose pill, and Yasmin. I was an emotional wreck  9kgs. So I got the Implanon and I'm so happy I did, it lasts 3 years, my emotional state is 99% stable and 1% is like PMS, libido is a little lower, did bleed LIGHTLY for 2 weeks but haven't had a period since which I love, fertility is back to normal once taken out. I don't have to worry about becoming pregnant and I generally feel like ME. Everyone is different but don't be scared to try its progesterone only, no estrogen. I lost 6kgs before the Implanon and was scared I'd put it back on but I slowly continued to lose 2kg more."


"my doctor originally only prescribed lexapro 10mg/day which never really helped. After my first checkup I told him this and then gave me clonazepam .5mg 2x/day as needed added to my lexapro. It has helped tremendously and I can finally feel like myself again. I generally still have to take at least one a day but at even such a low dosage it helps! And best part about it is is that I don't feel doped up and/or fatigued like I was afraid of."


"On 75 mgs once a day in the morning, and feel great! Before I suffered with panic attacks and anxiety endlessly, especially while driving and even being around strangers in a grocery store, now no anxiety at all, can now live a normal happy life. Effexor has given that to me, I probably will have to stay on it for the rest of my life and that's fine with me. Tried going off of it before for 6 years, and all my anxiety came back. Tried Celexa and that was awful major headaches with that one, also tried Wellbutrin, but I felt like I was on speed 24 hrs a day, made my anxiety go through the roof, recently in July went back to my favorite Effexor XR and feel awesome. Good luck to all of you! Anxiety is no fun."


"I have migraines and if it wasn't for Darvocet some days I would be in bed with them.  I can take one and go on about my day."


"I had what felt like a moderate yeast infection. I was given Terazole 3 at first but had the most horrible allergic reaction that made my yeast infection symptoms increase 100x. I have never felt misery like that in my LIFE, it felt like my insides and outsides were trying to kill me.
I was switched to the single dose of 150mg Diflucan and my symptoms improved by half within 24 hours and only got better from there. It took about a week for all discomfort (including the occasional minor itch) to completely disappear."


"It was either a dose of Kionex oral Susp, or a trip to ER. The medication was a little chalk like but The flavor of raspberry quickly redeemed the quality of the product. Take it as directed from your physician. Important information such as your Potassium levels are important and if it is your first time can be scary. Know by research..... learn what you can do first..... it is a matter of life or death."


"I take quetiapine and sertraline, I was taking 200mg Sertraline and 200mg Quetiapine but the weight gain was insane.  So cut down to 50mg Q at Christmas and 100mg S.
I've recently been very ill with noro virus and had the worst return of symptoms. Suicidal, anxious, racing thoughts and a new one, OCD.
So I increased the Quetiapine again to 100mg (made up of 25mg tablets) and I've had what I can only describe as increase effects. Does that even exist? Cold feelings from flight or flight anxiety and agitated feelings."


"I was properly diagnosed with ADHD after knowing all my life, I'm special. And different from the rest of my coworkers and people I meet and met.
I recently lost my job due to a "rightful" blowup at the my Boss's deputy, which led to all the way to a final write up. Two month later, it was discovered that I wasn't doing the daily logs, that everyone can do, but I couldn't do it easily. This behavior led to a Doctor and conclusion, I have ADHD.
At first I was on Vyvanse 20 then 40, this left me speedy and jittery, almost unable to cope in public. So I changed to Concerta XR 36. Mild and cool enough, but I don't see the difference with my ADHD. So I moved to Focalin XR 25. It's been an hour since my taking it at 3pm. I feel it."


"I was given one dose of keppra as a precaution because I had a "spell" that I'm not sure was a seizure or just a bad anxiety attack. It made be feel dreadful: dizzy, depressed, weepy, spaced out. It's been nearly 36 hours since I took it and I'm still feeling not quite right. Horrible stuff. I had an EEG and it was normal. I wish the doctor had waited with the med until the results of the EEG, CatScan and MRI."


"I have been on 300 mg of Lyrica a day for a double herniation in my back.  The side effects I experienced were dizziness, anxiety and sleeplessness.  However, I did not gain weight.  Maybe that is because I had read that you could gain weight and I changed my diet so that I would not.  In fact, I lost 25 lbs. while on it.  I read that I am in the minority with this.  I can say for the most part Lyrica helped, but I had to take Advil with it.  Overall, it helped."


"It makes me quite tired and somewhat confused."


"I'm 18 and my doctor prescribed me this because I suffer from constant headaches/migraines. This has the worst side effects which made my  body ache, it hurt when I yawned, and I felt so much pressure on my chest. My head was still pounding 2 hours after taking it. I won't be taking these again."


"I was introduced to Valtrex for HSV2 suppression in mid 2000 after surgery to my groin.  The outbreak was the worst I had experienced in the 20 years that I'd suffered.  The daily 500mg treatment worked immediately in clearing up the outbreak, and much more importantly, I've been OUTBREK FREE since then to the posting of this note, July 2011.  I'm a believer.  Now the VA has changed my prescription of Valtrex, once a day, to Acyclovir, 400mg twice a day.  I'm fervently hoping the suppressive qualities I've enjoyed with Valtrex remain...keeping my fingers crossed."


"The only treatment that has worked exceptionally well, with minimal side effects. Major benefits are: substantial improved mood, decrease in mood fluctuation, removed any suicide idealation, improved temper. Dramatic overall improvement in quality of life.
Side effects: some drowsiness. Take at night."


"OMG- Dentist gave me for bacterial infection in mouth before oral surgery.  I was taking 300mg 4 times a day for 10 days.  On the 5th day I became so sick with violent diarrhea and extreme naseua i had to get off.  I continued to day 7 at least and told them I could no longer or would no longer take them as I felt like I was going to die.  I did my research after and the horror stories for most people that have taken them should have been an alarm to me.  I haven't been on antibiotics for years and years and believe in healing holistically and naturally but felt this was an exception to the rule.  Trying to step up eradicating infection with even more natural things but don't know since I have been on those dreadful antibiotics."


"My Dr started me out at 200 mg at bedtime and 100 mg in the morning.  I have found sleep comes much more naturally. Esp after the 200 dose at bedtime.  And the 100mg in the morning keeps me balanced throughout the day.I am happy with my results for my Major depression."


"My pharmacy replaced Sprintec (the best birth control) with estarylla because they said it was the same formula. I have been on it for about 10 months now and I gained 10 pounds. After reading reviews, I realized it has made me moodier and made my anxiety worse. But hey I never got pregnant... If you have any sort of anxiety/depression, this is not the pill for you. I just got prescribed a lower dose of birth control called Lo Loestrin Fe, so we will see how that goes"


"My old gyno recommended this pill so I took it. I was on this pill for four months and took it religiously. I became pregnant. If I could give this pill 0/10 then I would."


"So far, so good. I'm using this so I can continue breastfeeding and not have another baby yet. No side effects, and I have not had my period, which is nice. My baby is 8 months old, and we're both happy!"


"frequent bowel movements, later diarrea especially durning the morning hard to tell if it helped my seizures, as  I had 4 seizures in a 5 month period"


"Just started but saw girlyq's post and had to mention to have your thyroid checked. Being cold all the time is a hypothyroid issue.

I'll update if I lose any weight.  5'6" 295lbs 34 female"


"Its pretty good working but what most of these people are doing wrong is your supposed to eat before you take the pill or you will possibly get pukey just remember that but would recommend"


"I am working on a cross wean from lexapro to zoloft after lex pooped out after ten years. Up to 50 mg now and 5 mg of lex and feeling so so so much better. No more panic attacks, no more waiting in bed until my klonopin kicks in, sleeping better, depression drastically decreased and feel I have a purpose in life again. Mild GI distress, but I'd take that forever over where I was. Wish I had had the guts to do this sooner."


"This is one of the best medications that I have found to treat my psoriasis the only draw back is that I have it mainly on my face and scalp. Wish they would make a product for scalp that works as good as this one. I apply it once or twice during an outbreak and it clears it up usually within 1-2 days which is alot better than anything else I have found."


"I've been Ortho Cyclen for a little over 2 months and I'm already getting off of it. My husband and I are newlyweds, so I started taking the pill beforehand so that it would be effective by the time we were married. I was terribly nauseous for the first week or two. Like, unbelievably nauseous. I felt like I couldn't even stand up through some of it. Eventually, the nauseousness passed and if it did happen, it wasn't as horrible or frequent. I did notice immediate acne as well (I almost never break out and I had big cyst-ish looking acne on my chin, which was lame with my upcoming wedding).
I had NO weight gain, but I did lose my sex drive. When I say that, I mean I really didn't feel the same at all. (1/2)"


"Working antibiotic, definitely strong on the side effects, feels like I have to urine as if I was pregnant, insomnia for sure, thank god I only need to take this pill for alittle time, stomachs upset all the time, not when eating but early in the morning, feels the need to vomit."


"This medicine truly changed my life. I was afraid to go outside, FaceTime family, and even talk on the phone. A few weeks after starting this medication I began to feel like myself again and I didn't even know I wasn't myself until I was able to do things like a normal human being again. I had previously tried Propranolol to make it so my heart rate wouldn't get super high but that wasn't solving the root of the problem. I am very thankful for Lexapro and I highly recommend it if you are suffering from generalized anxiety disorder like I was. I haven't had any side effects either :)"


"Stops you from getting pregnant but I have gained so much weight it's crazy, my periods are basically gone and I'm about to stop taking it."


"I've been smoke free for one and a half months and I largely credit Zyban for this. I am 40 years old, 15 a day smoker for 25 years. I have tried to stop smoking a few times over the past decade, but I end up very agitated and depressed, so resorted to cigarettes again, previously I have tried patches, lozenges as well as Champix which worked for the duration I was on it, but gave me terrible nausea. This time has been quite easy, I credit Zyban for this. The first few days of taking Zyban were pretty tough mentally the first week; I felt spaced out, trippy, and also suffered a bit of insomnia, slightly blurred vision when reading, and teeth grinding. However, these all dissipated, the only effect I have now is minor dry mouth."


"This inhaler has caused my family much grief. IT DOES NOT WORK. IT WILL NOT RESCUE. We used it for two days as we watched our child's condition steadily worsen to a full blown attack two days ago. A call the pediatric respiratory specialist prompted a prescription for the aerosol version of proair. After just one use of the aerosol replacement inhaler, our child's condition quickly improved. I am SO glad we were able to get back to the aerosol inhaler."


"I love these. When I feel like I will have trouble sleeping, I take 1 pill. That usually works. If it doesn't I take another one. No side effects except sometimes my dreams are better. No hangover. My sister can not take them, they make her groggy."


"I started taking Ability 15mg on June 17th and now its June 25th so I've been on it for 8 days.  On the 17th I was admitted into a mental hospital because of my bipolar and extreme anxiety.  I'm taking it at night along with:

Divalproex(Depakote)750mg, Hydroxyzine(Vistaril)50mg, Trazodone(Desyrel)50mg, and Clonazepam(Klonopin)1mg

It seems to be helping me along with the other medications.  So far I dont think I've had any side effects, knock on wood.  I definitely recommend this medication if you have bipolar but make sure you take it also with a mood stabalizer.  If you take it alone it can cause severe side effects."


"Haven't had one asthma attack since I've been on this medication and usually I get really bad attacks."


"DON'T LET THESE STORIES SCARE YOU!!! I am 20 years old and never been pregnant. I read these all of these reviews about how terrible the insertion process is, and I'll tell you my fear of this procedure was far worse than the actual procedure. It literally look about a minute, and it felt like my normal period cramps but just a bit intensified. It was SO QUICK and so easy. Pain was minimal. I'm on day two and I have slight cramping and light spotting. No big deal. I'm happy I made this choice."


"Food no longer taste all that great have to force myself to eat. My sugar levels are good 10 lb lost after 6 weeks (wife not happy). No side effects so far. Small meals are just great. Take home half plate from normal menu choice. Buffet no longer an option. Needles are tiny."


"I got it about a month ago and it was quick and painless. The doctor said I have tough skin. It made a small bruise and a little sore. Be careful - use that arm very little like the 1st day or so. If you pull a muscle around that area or move it the wrong way it hurts. I have no periods - I spotted the day I got it and at 1st I was moody but it's great now. I recommend it to everybody."


"I just started taking this on monday and as of lastnight, 4 days later had lost 7 lbs. I have not been hungry, which is a change from always being hungry. I have a lot of energy and have been able to do a lot. I have been going to bed earlier, but I can 't sleep past 4:30am. I also seem to need to cat nap about 2:00pm."


"Was prescribed 3 days of trimethoprim for a UTI and they didn't touch it. I'm now on day 6 of a 7 day course of nitrafurantoin and I have had terrible diarrhea and stomach cramps. My wee has also turned a bright yellow which I'm concerned about since I thought it only turned dark yellow or brown on these tablets. Anyway, my UTI symptoms don't seem to have gotten any better."


"My first few days I had a lot of nausea as expected then some increased anxiety. But after a few week to around 6 weeks in I was back to my old self. Life saver for me! Everyday prior to taking lexapro for months was a struggle with anxiety and random panic attacks, face tingling, unbalanced feeling and just feeling off all around. 4 months of taking 10 mg and what a relief. Back to socialization, eating better, feeling better With no face tingling. Give it a try for about 6 weeks for full effects and side effects will subside. They did for me."


"I really like Nuva Ring and the fact that you don't have to take a pill everyday.  Insertion is easy after you get used to it (1-2 months). My boyfriend never felt it during sex. No weight gain, fuller breasts, no crazy mood swings.  I was on it for 4 years but decided to switch because I started getting recurring bacterial vaginitis right before my period each month. I'm not sure if this is what caused it. It could've also been laser hair removal there or something else.  I have been off for a couple of months and still am itchy before my period, so I'm guessing it's not the Nuva Ring? Anyways, I would recommend this to anyone. Super easy and it's great that you pop it in once a month, then can forget about it."


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"I've suffered from horrible period cramps my entire life. When I was younger, I would need to be picked up from school and was bed ridden all day.  Advil has never helped reduce these cramps, in fact, it made my bleeding heavier. I started taking naproxen after my obgyn recommended it and it really does help to reduce the severity of the cramps. I still get mild cramps the first two days, but I am able to function and perform my daily activities. It works more efficiently if you take it twice a day for a few days leading to your period."


"By far the best prep yet. No headache this time but I've learned some tricks since. First, it needs to be cold! Drink through a straw at the back of your mouth and chase with water. Took awhile but cleaned me out good. Also, sucking on a lemon after every few drinks. I have a strong gag reflex so had to stand over a sink and focus. I don't drink Gatorade because of food coloring, etc. but Smartwater has minerals in it and drinking a large bottle of that helped keep the headache away. You'd think with all the water you're drinking you wouldn't get dehydrated, but you need the electrolytes that the prep depletes."


"This birth control appealed to me because it's estrogen free, you don't need to remember a daily pill, and it lasts for a long amount of time.  I had Nexplanon inserted on 3-13-14.  I got my period the next day.  Today marks 7 months of constant bleeding.  Having said this, I'm sure it's highly effective birth control, but for me it was more so effective because it caused me to not have sex.  The first couple weeks I was a little extra emotional, but that stopped quickly.  I had no other side effects. I have friends who went on this and stopped having periods all together, so I'm sure my experience was exceptional."


"Well I started taking Claravis on August 2008. I noticed for the first two months of being on the medication my face got worse with acne. But on the third month, my face started to clear up and it stayed clear. For once I had normal skin. Scars were the only thing left. I finished my treatment on Janurary 2009. I spent almost all year being acne free, but it has comeback! My brother also took Claravis, and his story is the same as mine. My brother has currently just got back on to Claravis. I will be doing the same, and hoping we wont have acne again because it's really expensive to get on that medication.

Side Effects: Extreme Dry Lips. And that was it.

My advice, take Claravis its worth it, even if its just a year of being acne free."


"The first two days on Pristiq I felt really heavy and out of it. I knew it was working when the initial shock to my body passed - I was ready to give something a chance for my anxiety and major depression. So, two weeks on it I'm starting to feel a lot happier. but there has been some slight apprehension along the way due to some side effects: constipation and worried about other potential SE's from SNRI's but this medication seems to be pretty mild (50mg) and has been helping to level out my Serotonin - norepinephrine levels."


"When I first began this medication, it increased my suicidal thoughts but that was expected. After about 2 weeks, I began to feel better. I was more cheerful. After a month of taking the medication, I was completely happy. There are days when it does not work but that is expected. Recently, my dosage was raised from 75mg twice a day to 150 twice a day. My body is still trying to adapt to the recent increase. I am more sensitive to touch. Almost everything tickles. I don't mind it. This is a good medication. I'm a little sad that I have to get off of it in July."


"I recently had been on Cymbalta and it didn't help me at all. The Savella has really made a difference and I've only been on it for 3 weeks. Loving it, glad I stuck with it and worked my way through the side effects. I haven't felt this good in years."


"I would be absolutely useless during my period and the pain from my "episodes", as we have come to call them, would be so bad that I would actually go into shock. I took Yaz for a little over a year and LOVED IT. My periods were nearly pain-free, my skin looked AMAZING (even though it wasn't horrible before), and I had no definite side effects. I went from needing 2 Acetaminophen and 4 Ibuprofen every four hours or a Hydrocodone (for the pain) to needing nothing! The pain had gone from unbearable to a mild discomfort. I had no change in weight, and my moods were much more stable. My only side effect was mild "rocky" stomach the first few days after initially starting the pill. It worked great for me."


"I really don't know how to rate this medication.  I only took it for about 3 weeks at 50mg per day.  It really helped with depression and with anxiety.  I have both depression & panic disorder.  But, I started getting what I thought was acne everywhere.  Now, I think it is some sort of allergic reaction because it is getting worse and I am very itchy & my skin feels hot to touch.  I'm not sure.  So I stopped taking it 6 days ago.  I am extremely depressed now and the hives are getting worse each day and I am exhausted.  I can hardly get up in the mornings.  But the hives are just awful.  I keep waiting for them to go away now.  I am so itchy and very tired.  The red bumps are all over my face, neck, and torso."


"I had Mirena put in the last week of January, 2015.  For a couple of years I have been having very heavy periods so decided to do Mirena to tone them down.  Well, since I had it put in, I have been bleeding every day.  Not spotting, but bleeding.  It has now been almost two months and its getting a little sickening.  I also feel tired all the time and am going to start taking iron supplements and hope that that helps with the tiredness.  I don't have any cramping and occasionally have headaches, but they are not that bad.  I'm just hoping this bleeding stops soon."


"Well I'm on day 9 of contrave. The 1st week with the 1 pill a day, I felt absolutely no difference. Now that I have taken 2 days of the one pill in the morning and one in the evening, I feel slightly depressed and I have headaches. Now I can't completely say it's the side effects of the medicine because my monthly cycle is upon me as well. So I'm going to push through the depression and pray for the best. My starting weight was 181 and I'm down 3 pounds even with the bloating of mother nature. I notice I pee alot more but once again tht may not be the medicine. Week 3 I should be able to see how this medicine is effecting me"


"Two tabs (1000 mg) lowered my total cholesterol by 30 points. Added one more tablet daily (1500 mg) which will hopefully put my cholesterol at a 'good' level.  Initial side effects of flushing and weird-feeling was lessened by one baby aspirin 1/2 an hour prior to taking the niacin, but mostly by taking the niacin immediately before getting into bed at night.   Eventually I stopped the aspirin (lots of bruising) and notice that I am no longer sensitive (flushing and weird feelings are gone).  So far it's great, especially since prior to starting I lost 35 pounds, stopped eating red meat and dairy products, and began/continue on a daily exercise (walking) program to no avail in reducing my cholesterol."


"I love Desogen.  I was on a couple of other kinds of pills before I started taking it including one that made me cry whenever I saw large bodies of water.  I've been on Desogen for a year now and have not experienced any emotional side effects.  My only complaint is that it's made my periods start out really light and get heavy at the end, which is a little irritating.  Other than that, I love Desogen.  I haven't had any desire to switch pills since I started taking it."


"Didn't work at all :("


"I am on Day 2 with Avelox for pneumonia.  Worst side effect for me is the nausea. It hits hard and fast. I do feel a difference in my breathing, but my stomach is so riled up now that it is difficult to even move.  So far no other side effects."


"I just had my first child and she is a blessing but I am not wanting a second child for awhile. My doctor recommended this to me and I was all for it.  Talked to her and two other doctors about side effects and there will be no weight gain, slight periods if any and can stay in for up to five years. Not recommended if wanting a child within a year. My initial experience was a little nauseous feeling (that came and went for a couple days), which was to be expected with the hormone change and honestly it was a little painful but I had to have a c-section. I would highly recommend this."


"A very good medication. I never felt so calm in my entire life. Withdrawals from it do suck though. I take it as needed"


"I might come back and write one after I finish this, but oh my god. I haven't stopped squirming in 30 minutes, the "mild itching and burning may occur" warning on the box was quite the understatement! I Really hope it is okay for work tomorrow morning or else I am calling out, screw this! It feels like it may be starting to relax but I'm not sure. Updating from my bed at this moment."


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"I personally had no issues with SuPrep. It did everything it was intended to do. Taste wasn't too bad. Like watered down cough syrup. My colonoscopy was at 6:30am Monday morning. I ate a big dinner Saturday around 5pm. On Sunday I ate nothing but a Jello breakfast. I did drink 2 glasses (18 oz) of chicken broth around noon. I also drank 2 16 oz bottles of water between 3:00 pm and 4:00pm. At 5:00pm I drank the first bottle of SuPrep. It started working about 10 minutes later. Just a couple minutes of leaving the bathroom I had to return. This happened a couple times. So I decided I had better just camp out in the bathroom. I highly recommend that one certainly doesn't wonder too far away from the bathroom after the SuPrep takes effect."


"My first 2 weeks were awful! Nausea, constipation, extreme stomach ache, loss of appetite and a muscle spasms on my trapezoid, missed a few days of work and one emergency room visit for the muscle spasm. The third week was a whole lot better, and now I'm 2 months in have lost 30 lbs! Little to no side effects, and feel great! blood sugar numbers are no higher than 98 and they stay stable pretty much all day"


"Fastin has helped me lose 10lb. I started off with a half a pill and not doing full pills so my heart and body could get used to it. All I can say is I love this diet pill. REALLY HELPED ME."


"I saw amazing results! Happy to report that the phone calls from school stopped! His overall behavior improved in so many ways! Saw positive results with concentration and mood.  He was pleasant and easy going.  He was on 100 mg per day for the past 8 months, teachers, grandparents and friends saw the positive behavior as well.  3 weeks ago, he decided he does not want to take any medication, needless to say I am sad, for I feel that he will go back to struggling with school work and following rules and back to his oppositional attitude. So far in school things are just okay. His attitude at home is not good.  Hope he goes back on Amantadine!"


"Those who suffer with incurable rheumatoid arthritis understand the willingness to try a new medication that could possibly ease the painful symptoms of RA.  I tried Xeljanz hoping it was the limited cure-all. I've never paid too much attention to the commercial warnings as I am like many others that think, that couldn't happen to me.  We'll, it did.  I ended up hospitalized for several months diagnosed with e-coli sepsis.  In all fairness, this drug may be the one to help you.  Unfortunately, it wasn't for me.  Do take seriously the warnings that could develop while using this drug.  It CAN happen to you."


"I am one of the very lucky ones. I did not experience any pain or burning from Monistat. I had a yeast infection(first time) and after tons of research I decided to self diagnose and went out and bought monistat 3. No I don't recommend self diagnosing unless you know your body inside out. When I initially put the ovule in it was easy to insert and I didn't feel anything. I read a couple of reviews that swore against the cream Monistat provides with the combination pack so I bought a Vagisil cream instead. It burned a little upon application but I didn't experience any burning from the actual ovule. To those of you reading this wanting to ditch the itch but you're scared you might burn go to your doctor and opt for the medicine."


"I added Qsymia as a phase two to my weight loss.

In phase one, diet and exercise alone, I lost 16 pounds (267.7 to about 251.7) but regained the weight quickly over Christmas, going back to 260lbs.

I then added Qsymia. Since then weight loss has been steady at about half a pound a day. The only weight gain came toward the end of my titration period.

I have now lost an additional 20 pounds in 6 weeks (260.0 to 239.6 between 1/2/13 and 2/15/13).

I have continued to work out approximately daily, have added muscle mass, and have seen the quality of my workouts improve."


"My experiences have been very good with Xeljanz. Before that I could barely move I could barely walk down the stairs it was horrible my husband had to pull me out of bed. Now I'm able to function  today but if I do overdo it I start getting sore. I've been on it for 2 years. I have no bad side effects."


"Prescribing ear, nose, and throat doctor did not tell me the name of the disorder for which he prescribed it but after researching it, reached the conclusion of CVI. Anyway, he prescribed it along with Motrin. When I take both together, chronic pain lessens but it is the Isoxsuprine that made the most difference for me. I felt the best that I had felt in YEARS! Was suffering from chronic vertigo/dizziness, had been to many doctors, and tried many things and some relief was achieved some times but not consistently over the long term and sometimes not over the short term! I also had been diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. After taking the Isoxsuprine, I had much more energy and much less dizziness. VERY SATISFIED WITH THIS MEDICINE!"


"I have fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis.  I took one Lyrica pill and it caused me to hallucinate.  I was afraid to take another one so I had my pharmacist dispose of the medicine for me. "


"If you're here reading these comments, that means you're a boy or girl in the same position I was:  A mistake was made somewhere and you're concerned about pregnancy.  The waiting is gruesome, but I'm here to assure you; this pill works.  After ingesting the pill 16 hours after sex, a period of terrible waiting began.  My girlfriend and I were both antsy and scared, and the time of her expected period came and went.  She was 8 days late, but alas, she had it.  This pill works in mysterious ways that can cause a later period, but I'm here to tell you there is nothing to worry about.  It's scary, it's unsettling, but I'm here to tell you to calm down and relax because this pill will take care of everything."


"Here is a little story what made me try chantix..

I am a non emergency transport driver..I transport people with cancer yes lung cancer an they are either missing a leg foot arm or they end up with stomach cancer which is caused from smoking..so I decided that's it I'm not going to loose a leg or arm or anything like that because of cigarettes. .I'm not going to let cigarettes win a fight with me..I am so done..so I decided to try chantix. I have been on chantix for three weeks and have not put  a cigarette in my mouth since...it's a really great way to quit if you can't go cold turkey. I'm so happy who ever invented chantix."


"I was treated for clinical depression from age 18-40 using a variety of medications. I've also struggled with alcoholism, drug and sex addiction most of my adult life. I had a period of six years' solid sobriety beginning in the mid 90's but, even sober, battled with diagnosed clinical depression. At that time I was being treated with Serzone. The more the doctor increased the dosage the more depressed I would become. I obsessed on failed relationships, acted out sexually and financially in very risky ways. I finally changed Psychiatrists at the suggestion of my Therapist. The new doctor analyzed my symptoms and indicated that I had been misdiagnosed with clinical depression. His prognosis was Bipolar II Disorder accompanied by acute depression"


"I have very high anxiety which makes my blood pressure go sky high and my pulse rate stay in the 120's. My Dr prescribed Klonopin and Valium at the same time to try to bring down my blood pressure and pulse rate. My breathing was bad and I hated being in the small waiting room. My biggest fear is driving but since she has put me on 1mg 4 times a day I feel amazing. I sometimes still don't want to leave the house though."


"After years of having my periods every 2 1/2 weeks i decided to try the Mirena as a last option. I've had it in for 6 months. Its so great not to be bleeding all the time but I'm not sure if its the Mirena but i have gained weight and i continue to gain it and its freaking me out. I've been exercising and eating really well but I've slowly crept from a size AUS 14 up and up.  I actually probably eat less than before the Mirena. Going to the dr to suss it out. Its not just the weight gain though. My hair has thinned dramatically. Next step hysterectomy."


"This medicine was added because Atenolol alone was not controlling the borderline high blood pressure.  I didn't have much side effects at first, but now I can't walk a block with getting very painful leg cramps.  My doctor told me to quit taking it until he can run blood tests.  I have been drinking lots of water, which was supposed to help with the cramping, but has not relieved it."


"Awful product. Was on  Vagifem for 25 years, great product. Got switched to Yuvifem when it came out. Within a week I had horrible dryness and itching, vaginal tissue tearing and pain. It's like it's a placebo. Like others, I've asked my doctor to make my prescription brand only for Vagifem at much higher cost since it works. They need to rework Yuvifem so it actually is a working generic version. I emailed the manufacturer... everyone should."


"I have been on Reclipsen for about a year now. I have definitely noticed a decrease in sex drive which has caused some issues. Some emotional ups and downs but I guess that is to be expected. I'm not sure if it is related to the birth control but I have noticed some weight gain which has been hard to control but I have had no breakthrough bleeding and altogether I have been pretty pleased. I can honestly say it has worked well as a birth control for me seeing as I haven't gotten pregnant and I have been on the pill for over a year now."


"Have taken parnate for 5 years. Tried 5-10 other medications before trying parnate. Had bad reaction to most of these - worsening depression and anxiety.Currently taking 80 mgs of parnate, which is above the normal therapeutic range. Have a few side effects that still come and go including daytime fatigue/some tachycardia right after dosing. Take 30 mg in the morning, 20mg in the afternoon, and 30mg in the evening. When started taking it had pretty bad orthostatic hypotension for a week or two. Medicine works well. Depression and anxiety have been kept at bay for 5 years. I can enjoy life. Highly recommended"


"I have been taking gabapentin for about a week now and it has literally saved my life!  I was having such incredible nervous energy that was affecting my sleep, relationships, daily routine, etc. I was having a meltdown everyday with lots of physical pain (mostly stomach).  This medicine calmed everything down and is helping me feel normal again!  Thanks to a good doctor...this really worked well. Can't say enough good things. I smiled this morning when I woke up for the first time in years!"


"Been on Brintellix 10 MG for 1 month, at the same time decreasing Lexapro and Wellbutrin. Noticed immediate decline. Felt like I was not on meds at all. Increased to 20 MG. Felt angry, had uncontrollable emotional outbursts. Now on Xanax. When I feel loopy, angry, anxious I take it but am so out of it. I feel horrible and out of my mind. The genetic test said that Brintellix would be good for me but I can't function properly."


"I took Topamax as much as 300mg/day for 15 years and my last dose was 150mg at night. I recently changed to Lyrica which is also an anti-convulsant and am taking 100mg/day and find it more effective than Topamax without the memory and lost word problems. I discontinued Topamax because it slowly got to the point where I could not remember something for an hour. Topamax also was causing erectile dysfunction problems for the last 3 years. I do not have this problem with Lyrica.
In the end I was getting 5 or more migraines a week and now get 2 or 3 a week and expect to increase Lyrica to 300mg/day."


"I have been taking Atripla since it was approved. My CD4 (T-Cells) have risen to nearly 500/ml. Starting treatment with less than 50 T-cells, I couldn't ask for more. One pill once a day is a schedule I can follow. The only complaint is the strange dreams and panic attacks that occur if I take the medicine on a full stomach."


"So far my insurance hasn't covered the medication but MS One to One covers it (insurance company didn't get the copaxone documentation that said that I had 3 relapses while on this). After the insurance finally covers it, my copay should be $0. I don't like the packaging and do punch out the pills to put in my pill box. Hopefully this doesn't cause issues with their efficacy. I had thinning hair before starting the medication so I'm not sure if that's any issue but I still have this now. I did go to the Urgent Care as I was having deep burning pain in my sciatic region. I had fallen 10 days earlier and figured that it was residual pain from that. Then I noticed that is a side effect of this medication. Hopefully that gets better with time."


"Knocked out within 5 minutes. Woke up 3 hours later; lights still on and found my book on the floor. The next day I had memory loss and felt confused. I tried them 3 times with the same experience, than I returned them to the pharmacy. Maybe I"


"This drug helps with anxiety so much. I'm taking 0.5mg only when I need it. It works great."


"I take 30 mg at like 10:00 pm and fall asleep but I wake up at like 5:00 or 6:00 am exhausted and exhausted most of the day.    I also take XANAX .5 mg once or twice during the day for anxiety / panic attacks.  That helps but still tired all day"


"I had the nexplanon inserted in May 2015, the insertion was quick and easy. For the first few months I had a regular period but it got shorter each time. Last month I had it for a total of one day and this month I haven't had it at all (which is scary at first because I thought I was pregnant) but my obgyn told me I would havery irregular bleeding or spotting and then it would eventually stop and I think it did stop but I still get occasional spotting but it's not bad at all. I do get bad mood swings and depression sometimes but it's nothing serious. I also am VERY sexually active and this birth control is amazing, I haven't gotten pregnant yet so it's definitely almost 100% effective.  Would definitely recommend."


"THANK god for this drug. I can honestly say they have completely turned my life around. Striking a conversation with an old friend or a stranger used to be incredibly awkward and I would over analyze my words. Now, I’m completely comfortable talking to anyone and I really don’t seem to be bothered by a whole lot. I really do believe this drug has not only changed my life but it has saved my relationship and done wonders for my social life. I have switched to Cipralex due to some side effects, I feel it has the same benefits as Celexa but is much cleaner. For anyone in the beginning stages of this drug, (especially experiencing no libido, digestive issues, insomnia), please just stick it out, I PROMISE it gets much better!"


"Commonly known as Keflex. I had burning  when urinating, urgency, retention, bloating and went to the ER. The ER MD diagnosed me with bladder cystitis (progression from a run-of-the-mill UTI from -regretfully- ignoring the symptoms). I was prescribed 500MG Keflex 4 times a day, 2000MG/2G daily. Never took Keflex before, but I know it's been around a while, and works wonderfully. This is actually my first day (second dose in). I already feel a difference. It's true - this drug does make you sleepy (for some odd reason). I have  not felt nauseous yet. Must take this with food, as always with any antibiotic - plenty of water too. Smells like rotten eggs, so toss it back and swallow."


"Stage 4 with lymph and bone bone metastasis. Never on infusion chemo due to my autonomic diabetic nerve damage. Hormone treatments failed. Tamoxifen gave me terrible forgetfulness.  Took Xeloda. At 6 months scan showed cancer gone except in giant ulcer on chest. Then Xeloda failed and cancer spread rapidly.  Affinitor worked quickly with visible changes in two weeks. Four weeks ulcer showing definitely better . Been about 5 months. Cat scan showed no cancer active. Ulcer a third smaller and still healing.  Cancer itching totally relieved although some iching as larger tumors heal. Had some nose slight bleeding issues early on but with summer humidity no problem. Chronic slight cough and congestion. Short of breath but can walk."


"I had flu like symptoms when I first started taking it. Now every morning I'm throwing up. The urinary tract infection is getting better, but this medicine is awful."


"Great"


"After 2 shoulder operations the pain continued daily.  The only options was a total shoulder replacement.  After using pennsaid for 2/3 weeks I have very little pain and will not need a shoulder replacement at this time.  For the first time in 2 years I can lay on that shoulder at night.
I use it at only before bedtime.

I have no side effects from the medicine."


"After going to ER with afib, diagnosis was thyroid.  Was put on Pradaxa for afib and also had thyroid removed.  The most noticable side effect is heartburn.  As a result of thyroid removal, I MUST take calcium.  Asked the pharmacist what I can take for heartburn whle taking Pradaxa and he said nothing with calcium in it.  He advised Pepcid AC since it doesnt have calcium in it.  Said not to take tums or other antacids because they contain calcium.  Pepcid works great.  However I still have to take calcium so am sure to keep Pepcid AC on hand."


"I've been taking this for the past 15 years and haven't had any problems. I have an annual check up and so far, there hasn't been any concerns. I did have a urinalysis done for a quarterly blood pressure check up and there was a detection of blood in my urine. Not sure if it's as a result of taking the Premarin but, I made an appointment to go back to the doctor to follow up in 3 months."


"Tried taking Naproxen 500mg, stomach couldnt handle it lot of cramps and it did not help pain at all. Switched to Sulindac 200mg stomach feels fine still in pain but it took the edge off."


"Clears my thinking and helps my moods."


"I'm only on 2.5 my along with Celexa. I've had weird, disjointed dreams but they don't bother me much. No nausea as many people have seen. But I have had an increase in energy but it comes at a price...I feel like every muscle is tight. I've also experienced painful gas bubbles & a pinching in my chest & a feeling like my heart is pounding but my BP & pulse are fine.  I've also been breaking out on my face.  Even with the side effects it's made enough of a difference (3 years in a severe depression including suicide attempt) that I'll put up with them to feel this good."


"Started Celexa a month ago. At first, tremors, dry mouth, shaking, and dead libido. After a week, my jaw was petrified, my teeth hurt, was always biting my tongue. My energy was gone. Was sleeping 9hrs at night, and 3-4 hrs nap in the afternoon. I was a zombie. I just switch to Wellbutrin, and I pray for better results. "


"My doctor prescribed medication for depression. I have tried three different kinds and had terrible side effects. I am taking Xanax occasionally when anxiety or panic occur and it works for me just great. Generic version alprazolam takes a little longer to kick in."


"To be clear, my review is for the ovule, not the applicator. The ovule should be banished back to the hell from which it came. The ovule contains 1200 mg of the anti fungal; compared to 300 mgs for the 1-day applicator, 200 mgs for the 3 day, and 100 mgs for the 7 day. Whoever had the bright idea to up the acceptable dosage 4-12 times deserves to be shot. If you take this product your vagina will burn with the fire of a thousand suns and leave you trying to cool everything down with ice cubes and either running to the gyno or crying in your bathroom while trying to scrape out this horrible horrible product from your now swollen, raw vagina. You will not, as advertised, be working, because it's hard to work when your vag is molten. DO NOT BUY!!!!!!!!!!"


"I had a heart attack and a stent put in in March of this year I HAD to quit, as I also work in the medical field.  I had smoked for >35 years and I rather loved it, but I KNEW I had to quit.  My own child bet against me that I couldn't do it.  He lost CHANTIX worked like a miracle...  I quit completely after 3 weeks and it's been over 4 months now, and I can say I never want to smoke again.  Just the smell or the non smell of tobacco is wonderful.  I loved my Chantix experience and only side effects I noticed was weird dreams...And some of them were not too bad...Thank you for my life back without smoking...  : )"


"Have been on this medication for approx. 4.5 months.  Was experiencing panic attacks, high anxiety, insomnia, depression, and peri menopausal mood swings to the point it was interfering with work.  My dr. started me on 50mg and currently on 150mg per night.
Initially, I would fall asleep  half hour to an hour after taking this medication and sleep soundly for 9 - 11 hrs, Now, it takes up to 2 hours to fall asleep and I get 6 - 8 hours a night. Panic attacks stopped, anxiety minimal, mood swings occasionally out of control, depression no change. Occassional burning feeling in stomach lately. Feel the need for a review and additional assist with depression."


"Started this medication on Feb. 3 and am now in my 3rd week and using the dose of 1.8. Since the beginning, probably by the third day, I have felt the shot working.  It definitely curbs my appetite and I've been lucky with only very minor nausea in the first day or two when upping my dosage each week.  Back in December I weighed 262 lbs and now I'm down to 250.4 lbs.  I believe this is helping. I can't wait to see what can happen when I'm on the full dosage."