"I take many pain medications, I have tried physio, heat and ice packs - you name it I have tried it. I used myoflex on a whim because my mother in law had some and said it worked. It REALLY does work!"


"Having suffered from anxiety for a while I finally plucked up the courage and went to the doctor. I was sceptical at first but citalopram has been such a fantastic thing. 4 months on my anxiety has Completely gone, I'm back to how I used to be a few years ago. No side affects except for the first week I didn't sleep as well as I used to but now I sleep better than ever. Whoever is reading this and is indecisive about taking Citalopram all I say is give it a go for a few months. The first 1-2 weeks you won't have much difference but it does get SO much better. I don't know what I would have done with out this."


"I started Otezla Nov 2016. I don't find it effective for my Moderate to Severe psoriasis at all in fact I'm having breakouts in places that never had them before and to make my issues worse I'm riddled with pain unlike anything I had ever felt in my 42 yrs of being a psoriasis suffer. The worse pains happen when walking and I can only pin point 2 possible reasons for the pain OTEZLA or SYNTHROID or Combo of both. I started Otezla and Synthroid roughly same time but after reading many post the pain seems common with both meds. Personally I could try and deal with pain if Otezla worked better or at least not break me out in areas that never had them.

I eat a little before and after taking the pill and have not suffered Diarrhea or Nausea all."


"I used isotretinoin for 6 months. Started on a lower dose until I was on 60mg per day. It is the best medication I have ever used and did exactly what my dermatologist promised, after about 4 months my skin started to clear properly and by the time I finished the 6 month course it was glowing. I felt so much better and was able to wear lovely makeup.
The good: clear healthy skin,
The negative: slightly dry lips, strictly no alcohol whilst on this medication.
Well worth every day! Don't be put off by other negative reviews. It will worry you but you are your own self and every body is different."


"HORRIBLE side effects and it was not worth it because it was something that didn't even cure me or made me feel any better."


"Its been almost a year since I got it and I haven't gone a full week WITHOUT bleeding. I have gained 15lbs in 7 months, very depressed, moody, bad cramps, headaches, muscle aches, weakness, digestive problems. The list goes on. I thought it was all in my head, so I'm glad I found these reviews because I am now going to get it removed!"


"I have been using this drug for about a week. It has done wonders for my cravings. I am 183 lbs and need to lose about 35 pounds. I am confident that this pill will help me achieve this goal before my wedding day."


"I was prescribed Lyrica for nerve pain as well as tingling/numbness/electricity feeling in my legs.  Since I have been taking it (about 6 months now) these symptoms are all but gone.  The only side effects I have are short term memory loss and concentration issues but I am able to work around these in most cases. Lyrica has been amazing for me."


"I have had Chronic idiopathic Constipation all my life. I am a 64 year old female. I had hemorrhoid surgery at 18  and again at 28. I remember as a young girl straining to have  a bowel movement, I have tried all kinds of laxatives lubricant, fiber, stimulants, motility drugs, and everything in between. I have been taking Amitiza for 8 days and I've had 6 BM'S. WONDERFUL, LIFE CHANGING MEDICATION
I have had no side effectsand my insurance covers most of the drug. I am so excited I don't know what to do.I would advise anyone with CIC  to give this drug I tried. it has been a lifesaver for me I'm so glad I found out about it"


"My doctor has prescribed me contrave 8 on Wednesday 3-18 I have decided to make a life change and have been eating better and letting off the snacks. I was told to start off at 4 per day instead of the 4 week process (doctors orders) I have been less hungry. It doesn't stop my hunger. But it curves my appetite. I haven't had any side effects.  I started at 207.8 and just weighed myself and I'm down 4lbs in 4 days. I'm hoping that it will be what I want. This isn't going to be a miracle pill you have to work at it and so I have been running everyday 2 miles. I'll keep updating."


"I've had BED for 9mo., started off as anorexia and morphed into BE after 6 months. I'm of normal weight- should work out more, but one thing at a time. Nothing was helping the BE (SSRIs or Anxiety meds) I finally caved and tried Vyvanse- I was afraid because I had been on adderall before and it was too crazy- I'm on 20mg, had to get it approved but I'm glad I have it. I'm in therapy and hope this will be a good aid in my efforts. It definitely decreases my appetite, but I don't hate food like on adderall. I feel more productive, less empty euphoria than adderall, but still excessive sweating under arms during peak activation. Takes a 1-2 hours to kick in. Lasts only 6 hours for me, may up dosage later. It's a great tool-not a miracle :)"


"I am on this medicine for couples months now and have gained weight and my depression came back full force. Very sad, no sex drive and 15 more pounds."


"Well, I'm a 23 going on 24 yr old alcoholic who always relapsed constantly due to not feeling good at all. Feeling weak, depressed, stress, major anxiety and drinking helped that. After my 3rd medical detox I was put on Prozac and didn't drink for over a year. It changed my life. Best year I ever had. Now it's 2011 and in February I had a relapse and have been struggling to get back on track this whole year. I realized that I can't handle life on lifes terms without being on my Prozac because I, the DR, and the nurse seen a big difference in me when I took it. I'm already on my third day of taking it, which some might think to soon to tell. BUT, I'm telling you I feel great, I feel worry-free, it changed my life and helps my sobriety."


"Went to urgent care with chest pain, diagnosed with Costochronditis. Meloxicam 15mg once daily helped with pain, but only for about 8 hours. Splitting the dose led to less effective pain relief. Hasn't seemed to resolve Costochondritis. Went to ER, referred to chest specialist."


"Well, I don't know what to say. If only I would have been taking lamotrigine when I was younger. I've been having moods swings and anger since I can remember, since the age of 11. I am 31 now and this is the only medicine that makes me feel the way I knew I should feel. I have no side effects. The worst thing of having bipolar 2 was dealing with my horrible anger problems and having people scared of me. I used to hold on to the fact that my son was the only reason I was alive but lamotrigine has given me a new lease on life. Lamotrigine makes me feel like I should have felt since I was younger!"


"Well it's been an hour and a half since my first injection by my doctor in my arm and I feel like a giddy space cadet mentally compared to the insomniatic, sleepless, suicidally depressed wreck that I've been for decades. I started off with misdiagnosed JRA called "growing pains" by my inept pediatrician when i was a child and after it never cleared up I went to see a specialist at age 15 then diagnosed with JRA. It went into a remission in my late teens early twenties then crept back up badly about 6 years ago. I tried every anti-inflammatory in the book and methotrexate with no success only prednisone helped but made me a wee bit too violently insane at times. Basically it's working good so far. 10 stars for enbrel."


"This medication completely changed my life.

My diagnosis is mixed rapid-cycling bipolar disorder with psychotic features. Before my regimine, I would suffer a week of depression, followed by a day of dangerous mixed affective episode, followed by a few hours of euphoria before the process wouls begin all over again. I had ruminating, and intrusive thoughts; panic atacks; anxiety; extreme guilt; dissociation and suicidal ideation (and a few near-attempts.)

But, within weeks of the therapeutic dose my mood stabilized; my anxiety dropped off; my obsessive and intrusive ruminations relinquished their hold; and, unexpectedly, I gained a spectrum of emotions I didn't even know I lacked (and that was the best thing of all.)

Truly life-altering"


"I, too,  thought Abreva was magic.. for awhile. It was so reliable. If I caught the tingle early enough,  no cold sore developed.  If it was already in progress,  it healed so quickly and painlessly. It always worked and so I gladly paid the high price.
A little over a year ago, I  got one that started on my nose and took over half of my face.  It got infected and I needed two types of antibiotics. I didn't suspect the Abreva,  until now.  This week, I used Abreva on a really small one on my lip,  and now it's all the space between my lip and nose,  advancing toward my eye,  and I'm so swollen I can't eat. Antibiotics again. Goodbye Abreva.  Forever."


"Picked up monistat 7 day treatment today for a yeast infection. I've used the 3 day one that comes with ovules instead of cream and never experienced this kind of burning and itching. Perhaps I have a worse YI this time. Anyways, it's been 30 min and I'm laying in bed at my dorm trying not to cry. Fingers crossed this means it's working. I keep telling myself no pain no gain but seriously being a woman sucks."


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"Mirena has given me migraine headaches everyday day of the 3 months I've been on it! I've been dizzy, very anxious. And I feel like I am not myself. I'm 24, have two kids, 3 and 4 years old and I want to be emotionally well for them. Ever since I've had Mirena placed my life has changed I have horrible headaches day and night. I'm getting it removed this month because I want to be myself again. I also want to mention that before Mirena I was on the Depo Shot for 3 years nonstop and switched to Mirena. I don't know if that has anything to do with the side effects. "


"I have been suffering from RLS since a young child, and during the past year it had gotten so bad I was barely getting 3 hours of sleep a night.  My dear husband was ready to hit me over the head with a baseball bat!  My primary care Physician just prescribed Ropinirole (Requip generic) for me a week ago.  I am on a low dose, .25 mg, taken 1.5 hr before bedtime.  So far, this has been a game changer for me!  I feel more rested and so much more energized in the morning.  The little bit of nausea, (the only side affect I have so far) I am suffering is a small price to pay for no RLS.  I still have some insomnia and wake several times during the night so I will up my dose to .50 mg. and go from there.  This drug has been a miracle for me!"


"Never buy this again. Salonpas Lidocaine patch never touched my pain. I couldn't tell I had it on. Couldn't never feel the medicine doing anything. $10 dollars for the box. Now I'm stuck with my pain and patches that don't work."


"I have been on Pristiq for a few years now at different dosages:
50mg - Positives: loss of appetite, weight loss and feeling great. Negatives:  your body gets used to the medicine until it seemingly no longer works.  The side effects of loss of appetite, sleep patterns etc. do stop after about 3 weeks.
100mg - Feel good, appetite normal. Negatives:  You will feel drowsy to exhausted.  Again my body seems to get immune to the dosage.
200mg - Postive:  Feel good and normal energy levels. Negative:  Major Weight gain, constipation and you feel the cold/hot flushes. These side effects don't wear of with time at this dosage."


"I have been on this for like 3 days so I have no feedback as to how it actually works, BUT the packaging in which it comes in is freaking terrible. Every time I try to pop a pill out, the packaging rips. I'm purely leaving this review in the hopes that someone at Glenmark sees it and does something about it. Seriously. It is virtually non-functional."


"Switching to tramadol has given me my life back. My pain is not gone, but it no longer is a significant interference in my day to day life.

I had previously been on about 100mg of Codeine/day for a year prior and it had not even compared to the relief tramadol gives me. Also helps when I have tension headaches.

I've been on 50-100mg/day for about 9 months now, with minor tolerance buildup since the first month.

No withdrawal effects if I go off of it for a few days, either. No noticeable side effects, though I'm lucky in that I don't frequently have bad side effects."


"I suffered from post traumatic stress disorder since I was very young. When I first received therapy at 28 I tried several anti-depression medicines with little success. I also went on and off meds, which I learned much later wasn't the correct thing to do. At 46 I found a Psychiatrist who helped me understanding my condition and prescribed Celexa. I've been on Celexa 10mg since 2007 and know I must stay on depression medication for life. My moods are bright, I don't get "stuck" for long periods, no suicide thoughts, and haven't had any big panic attacks for years. I'm very sensitive to many medicines and Celexa has been very good in treating my depression with anxiety, with little to no side effects. A little dry mouth and tiredness on occasion is all."


"I have been on aripiprazole for a year and have gone from a size 8-10 to a size 16-18. I have gained 4 stone! Unfortunately my doctor believes the medicine is weight neutral though obviously not. I eat normally and am currently trying to persuade my nurse and doctor to prescribe me an alternative. Apart from that all my symptoms have disappeared but I think the weight gain overwrites the positives."


"This medication has kept me stable for 4 years. I am now 23 and was on 1000mgs at night. I recently went down as my bloodtests came back to high. So I went back down to 700mg and had another manic episode. I am now in the process of finding a antipsychotic to go with it. I have managed to stay 110 lbs for 4 years with a healthy diet and exercise. The only side effects I had were major hair loss, slight tremors, and nausea. All of which have passed within a year"


"I had a uti for about a month.  I was on Cipro for 10 days and Bactrim for 10 days.  I went for a urinalysis and was prescribed Bactrim.  I have only been taking it for 3 days and am already starting to feel way better.  The only downside is that I've noticed that my urine is very smelly and brightly colored.  I'm hoping that I feel back to my normal self within the next few days."


"Saw the doctor today.  Waiting for blood test results.  I had asked the doctor to give my Byetta since Januvia didn't appear to be really helping getting my A1C and I had gone of Actos.  Went through 3 months and not happy with the lumps and scarring that I got from the injections.  Didn't have this issue with Byetta since the needles were thinner and the amount of fluid less.  Yes, the once a week injections are convenient and I lost about 15 lbs since using the medication."


"I have the same problem.  Have been taking it "continuously" for several months to treat heavy, irregular periods.  Now, I have spotting/bleeding every day (at least 3/4 of the month).   Also, like other person who posted, I have large clots."


"Just got my paragard put in this morning, couldn't sleep the night before and was so nervous the morning of. Honestly so easy and quick. My doctors gave me a pill to insert in the vagina the night before I guess to soften cervix. And took a Ativan and hydrocodone an hour before my insertion. Definitely helped, only experienced a few cramps and it was done within minutes. I seemed to have high blood pressure which is why they recommended this IUD because it contains no hormones. So far I love it. I'm 31 now and it lasts 10 years. Definitely a great choice"


"I've been on Ortho-Cept for a month, and I have not had any side effects other than occasional breast tenderness. It's reduced my acne, which is a plus and if it's had any effect on my mood, it's positive. I'd definitely recommend it."


"Didn't seem to work very well for me."


"six years ago I almost lost my life from an abusive relationship. I am 24 years old now. Luckily I am a survivor of domestic violence. From that traumatic time in my life I have been severely depressed, anxious & have had thoughts of suicide. For the past six years I have been on & off depression medications. Some have worked but the effects were too extreme. I tried Effexor but didn't like it too much and the withdrawal was terrible. Then I tried to work things out without medication and was doing good for a while but became very depressed/gained weight and so decided to give medications a try again. Recently started on Prozac (10 mg) about a week ago so far the low dose is good for me. I am more positive, exercise daily & new diet."


"I rate Paxil as a 10.  It worked almost immediately with me to relieve my symptoms and the only side effect is that it makes me sleepy/tired, which isn't a problem to me as I am retired (my doctor suggested that I can change the time that I take it, from morning to evening and I am considering doing that, especially if I decide to go back to work again)."


"I have had almost daily headaches since I was 15.  I am now 43.  I would not have believed such a simple medication would have worked so well."


"I've had my paraguard IUD almost 2 months and I am LOVING it!

I was on hormonal BC for 10 years and was not loving what it was doing to my body so decided to switch. Was the insertion hard? Yes, but totally worth it in the end. I would definitely recommend taking a Pain killer before insertion and plan to take the day off work. Other than that, I had spotting for a few days the first week and then everything was back to normal. My period was a little heavier and crampier but nothing Advil couldn't handle."


"I have now been clear for over 2 years, having had chronic psoriasis for 33 years. It has now given me the time and confidence to enjoy life and not stop me doing things I enjoy like swimming."


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


"What a waste of $83 AUD. Would not recommend"


"Worked pretty well for restless legs syndrome, but when I started on it, I also had undiagnosed sleep apnea. Since using it with the CPAP, I have never slept better!"


"Take with extreme caution with Dr. able to be reached quickly. I lost the back & edges of several teeth from side effects. Take for shortest time possible. Will effect bone matrix breakdown in some cases. You might feel wonderful , but be rotting inside, without knowledge about some unusual but possible side effects."


"Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Arthritis, ileostomy to name a few. 10mg slow release morning and night and 15mg 4 x a day of immediate release also take other meds. My tiredness is caused by my condition, but life has been more bearable. Sadly no cure but I have some relief and can do small things like wee short trips on mobility scooter."


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"I take Viibryd for depression and it works well for the depression, however, I have only been taking it for 3 months, and I have lost at least 65% of my hair.  I know this is because of the Viibryd. My hair used to be extremely thick, and now it's a fine texture and over half of it has fallen out in the course of just a couple months. I am going to have to discontinue and hope that my hair grows back. "


"Day 2, throat drainage is much better, although hasn't stopped completely. Congestion in my nose is better as well.  No problems with feeling sleepy.  Trying this to see if I can avoid deviated septum surgery after being on antibiotics for 3 months for severe sinus infection"


"I have been on Topamax now for 2 years. I reached a breaking point where I almost lost my job because I was calling out of work so much with 3-4 (sometimes 5) migraines a week. I was initially annoyed because I wanted it to work immediately, but I still had migraines. You have to titrate the dose up 25 mg a week. I initially went up to the recommended 100 mg, but I hated the "loss of words" feeling I had, and found that I had about 1-2 migraines a month. So I decided to go back to 75 mg and see what happened. I had less loss of words and finger tingling, and yet my amount of migraines stayed at 1-2/month. This has been a lifesaver for me. I don't know what I would do without it."


"Have suffered from Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Constipation for many years.  Have been taking Linzess for 2 months now.  I take it every morning 30-60 minutes before I eat, and it works wonderfully!  I no longer have to deal the that bloated feeling and belly pain I would feel throughout the day.  I also feel that I completely get my stools out, no longer deal with straining on the toilet.  Having a bowel motion is now very easy for me and I no longer have to deal with these issues on a regular basis.  You do have to take it every day and not skip a dose.  You might get loose stools on the first couple of doses when you start Linzess, wasn't a big deal and went away after the first few days.  Probably "loosening" my stools up so I would no longer be constipated."


"After I started taking this I was glued to this web site reading everybody's positive feedback to give me hope. I had been on it a couple years ago and it worked very well but stopped as life improved with little side effects. A couple years went by and life took a turn for the worse. Going from being very comfortable financially to almost homeless and loosing everything I had including my wife I went to get help. I can not explain in words how horrible I felt. I was in such a dark place this time I had my doubts it would work but it has. I am starting to feel better after a week and a half and hope it continues. I have tried many different anti-depressants mentioned here and none of them worked. Cymbalta saved my life!"


"I was anemic for years, and thought it was just the way I was.  I had no idea that the soda I was drinking was stopping my body from absorbing iron (and calcium).  One night, my heart rate didn't slow down.  I woke my husband and we went to the hospital.  I found that my anemia was so bad that my red blood cells couldn't get enough oxygen to my body, and my heart was racing trying to get more Oxygen delivered.  The doctors said my heart would have just given up had I not come in.

I found "normal" iron pills gave me horrible, painful gas.  Slow FE was the only iron that didn't. It's made differently than iron pills and your body is able to break it down without the difficult side effects, but it can cause constipation.  I eat 3 prunes a day."


"It works really well. I've improved on my listening skills and concentrating on things. I've managed to get much better grades too."


"I've been using Differin 0.1 for years now (over 10 years) and swear by it. It keeps big cytic acne from breakout too badly / clears up blemishes and marks fast and most importantly prevents from them occuring in the first place. I have also read its anti-aging... I'm 33 now and people think I'm 26."


"I was back to normal after 2 pills.  No more urgency, accidents, or frequency.  I have got my life back.  I suffered for 3 years before going to the doctor because I was sure I'd have to have surgery or some horrible procedure done.  I wish I had gotten this medicine 3 yrs. ago!"


"Horrible pain. Was hospitalized. Terrible drug."


"During the winter I have a lot of trouble breathing because of the dry heaters. Blowing my nose is often not an option. Claritin D clears up the passages and allows me to breathe freely. I feel more alert and experience no side effects. I use the 12-hour pills no more than once a day."


"I've been on Aviane for 4 months now and at first there didn't seem to be much of any side effects but after the second month or so I started breaking out like crazy. I used to only break out around my period but Aviane made me break out all month. I gained 10 lbs and was not happy about it. Overall not such a bad birth control because periods are very regular 3-5 days but I'm definitely trying something else."


"works great for mood swings and temper problems, substantially reduced anxiety"


"I've been taking Lamictal for my bipolar I disorder for almost a year and I've never been happier. It has changed my life so drastically. I went from living on an emotional rollercoster of rage and outbursts to being in control of my emotions and behaving responsibly. Unfortunately, the medication has caused me to get a disorder called Neutropenia, which is an abnormally low white blood cell count. This means that I've become more susceptible to disease and infection. This has been very difficult and frustrating news because up until this point I was praising Lamictal as a miracle drug and now I'm forced to get off the drug due to the Neutropenia. I'm very nervous that my bipolar symptoms will return once I am off this drug."


"I've been taking this medication for almost two years. Since on it, I've become a completely different person. I am so happy to be me. The only problems with it that I am starting to realize is that I grind my teeth at night and I've gained 10 pounds since starting it. I exercise and eat right too. It's a constant struggle just to lose a few pounds. Then again some people lose weight on it and some people notice no change in their weight."


"I used to seek out and attempt to prolong manic highs, to the point where I was nearly oblivious to anything outside of the experience of the moment, and I was able to put off duties and worries comfortably in my own psychosis. The antidepressants I had been taking prior (sertraline, Wellbutrin) seemed to exacerbate my manic highs. Seroquel has taken the edge off of the manic episodes, and allowed me to deal with quitting other medicines. It is highly sedating, however I would say it has a very minimal effect on cognition. I was far more concerned with my thought processing while under the influence of 2 anti-depressants and Vyvanse for suspected ADD. "


"Hello everyone! I took Junel fe for three cycles and gosh, was it a mess. I'm 5'3 and weighed at 123 starting it. At the end when I switched BC, I weighed 114. This made me severely nauseous, moody, and just made my anxiety horrendous. I would cry for no reason and over react. I give major props to my boyfriend for dealing with me...It got so bad to the point where he loved the placebo week because I didn't have nearly as bad as a reaction. However, I never got pregnant on this BC so it does what it claims. Props to it. I know BC is different for everyone so don't let this discourage you. I'm just sharing my experience..."


"I have been having severe hip pain for over 9 months now. Did physical therapy, no change. Taken Motrin, naprosyn, ice - nothing relieved the pain. Couldn't even stand, sleep or get out of my car without pain and I'm only 32. I've been taking Mobic for 1 day and already feel 95 percent better."


"I started taking Adipex on 8/16/2015 an my weight was 244.8 now my weight is 238.7. I don't feel hungry but I have a lot of energy."


"Hello all! I told myself I would write a review if all went well and it did. First things first, I've never been on any type of birth control and me and my partner rarely use condoms because they are painful and often give me chronic UTI's for some unknown reason. Had unprotected sex directly smack in my fertile window at its peak and took plan b 6 hours later. He 100 % did inside so for people not even sure if this has happened and trying to just be safe, relax. I just got my period today, just about on time maybe a few days later than usual. No real side effects to report, no nausea or dizziness everyone's different. I rated this a 10 although $50 out of your pocket it is well worth the money. $50>compared to the cost of raising a child!"


"Good sleep with minimal side effects. It has been many, many years since I have slept this good. Insurance does not want to pay because there are newer, better medications out there. Not so, for me."


"I took this pill less than 24 hours after having unprotected sex and now I am pregnant. The pharmacist told me it is the same thing as Plan B. It is not. It might work for some people but it is hit or miss. Spend the extra $10 and get the name brand, I really regret not getting Plan B."


"I was put on effexor for severe depression at 75mg.  This got raised every time it stopped working until I reached 225mg.  I was on it for about 3 years.  To be fair it worked really well the first 2 years.  BUT, after the second year I went flat, felt No emotion at all, didn't care about anyone or anything.  It was worse than the depression that I was originally treated for!  Then came the time to get off of it.  This was like hell!  I have had to detox from opiates in the past and that was a piece of cake compared to this.  It took me over a year to get off of it and ended up taking tiny beads until I was well enough to stop.     If you can avoid this medicine do it!!"


"The taste was not bad at all. My anxiety about this whole things was the only concern especially after reading the pamphlet in the kit which I do not recommend. It will just put ideas in your head to worry you (Some Side Effects May Include BS). I did the first dose at 6:30pm & cleared out within a couple hours. Next morning got up at 5am to chug down 2nd dose & about an hour later was passing clear yellow liquid. I starting prepping a few days earlier and not eating as much. Mostly light foods with little to no sodium. About 38 hours the before procedure I eat nothing. I had  jello (no red, purple, or orange), water, zico coconut water for hydration, and 1 small 1 ounce slice of turkey for lunch. Easy on the stomach & better than Golytely."


"Took this at night while waiting on an Allegra order. It was not terribly effective on my indoor/outdoor allergies. I felt marginally less wheezy at night, but my nose was stuffed and eyes itchy the next morning.

On top of that, it makes me sluggish and stupid for a solid 24 hours. Forget drinking on this pill; the alcohol will go straight to your head. Granted, the label says all of this, but these itty-bitty pills aren't effective enough to be worth it."


"I've been taking Vicodin or something like it for years. First for migraine headache and occasional back pain. Total of maybe 30 pills a year.

My most pressing need were bouts with cellulitis. If I were to describe the pain, think placing you leg in a bucket of scalding water up to the knee. I took it round the clock for a few weeks.

I now take it for chronic knee and hip pain. The dosage is 5 mg 3 times a day as needed. I rarely ever take 3 doses. Most days maybe 1 or 2 and if the pain is manageable, I don't use it at all. I'm averaging 60 pills every 4 months.

The talk of addiction precludes me from taking it when I (or even my wife) feel I should. I've never felt high or drugged. The only side effect I see is less pain."


"I got the liletta inserted in August 2016. I have never had children so the insertion process was horribly painful. I cramped afterwards for about 3 days. My first period with liletta was unbearable! I went to my doctor because the cramps were so bad I thought something was seriously wrong. It also lasted 2 weeks which a normal period for me is about 2-4 days. She said with it being my first period with the IUD it was completely normal. My second period I had no pain but was still bleeding for about 2 weeks. It starts out as brown spotting for about 4 days and then bright red bleeding for 4 days and back to brown spotting for another 4-6 days. It's been so annoying!!! Totally interferes with my sex life. I also am experiencing alot of acne."


"This is seriously amazing, I will always remember the day I took it, I had a moment of realisation that the craving had gone, the constant battle in my head had stopped. I was a heavy habitual  binge drinker . The only thing I would say is you have to want to quit drinking or there is no point, take it daily. I took it thinking I could still have a drink if I wanted one if craving got to much, but in all honesty I just don't want to drink, I would have to force myself I think!?! 5 weeks in and I haven't drank, no stress or anxiety, I've been around alcohol, parties, bars and I just don't want it.  It's brilliant! Early side effects of dizziness and nausea, odd dreams but that passes in 2 weeks! Do it!"


"Amaryl has worked for me beautifully."


"It helps a lot with paying attention, On 30mg once a day and it works up until about 7th-8th hour (5 hours after taking it) and for me suppresses my appetite so I don't care if I eat or not. Stomach still rumbles though. No other ill effects. I would recommend it. No jitteriness as with other stimulants such as Ritalin/Focalin. I feel much more like myself then on other medicines."


"I was super worried about trying Accutane. I heard how strong it was and that it made your skin super dry and the side affects of nose bleeds and soreness in joints scared me a lot. But I decided to do it because I had horrible acne on my back shoulders and chest and just about anywhere you can name. It was so embarrassing and I had try everything. Peels, pills, you name it. Within the first month my skin was the best it had ever been. No oil whatsoever. The only side affects I did have were a few nose bleeds which freaked me out, but in retrospect, they were totally worth it. I did get a little depressed, but that didn't last for long. It changed my life and I hope you give it a shot. I am so happy now:)"


"After being on Ortho TriCyclen Lo for 10 months, I found that I had zero sex drive. As a newlywed, this was an obvious problem. I had no issues with libido prior to taking the pill, so I was devastated to find my new sex life lacking. Recommended by a friend, Nuvaring sounded like a good option. After talking with my doctor and learning that all forms of birth control affect women differently, I wondered if this one would be any different or if I should expect the same results. After only using Nuvaring for a week, I see a HUGE difference in my sex drive. My body seems to be more in tune with my natural impulses, and I am very pleased. Of course, every female body is different, but I think I may have found the right option!"


"Honestly, it seemed to make my face appear shiny/greasy and though it cleared up my moderate acne slightly, it did not make the redness/possible scarring areas go away on my cheeks as well the excessive pimples on my forehead. Talking to my doctor soon about a possible better acne solution.

Didn't work for me, but hope it worked for everyone else!"


"Have been on this medication for 10  years.  Didn't realize that side effects crept up very slowly.  I have an entire list of side effects but the highest on my list are extreme fatigue, trouble breathing, gradual worsening depression and just a massive feeling of unwell.  Besides Benicar, I only take Zantac for GERD issues (which popped up after I began taking Benicar).  I used to be a healthy active man, now I am a sad sick mess.  If I only knew what this medication was doing to me way back then..."


"Took this for IBS-C for about 2 months, 10 mg. Worked great for pain, even a bit for my anxiety. Unfortunately, gave me hard stools which was already a problem. Took more miralax and it helped with that. Still made me drowsy after a month. I suggest taking in the early in the evening so you don't feel groggy in the morning."


"Viagra is a great help for people who have erection problems. I have trouble to hold it over more than 5 minutes, so Viagra 50mg is the best solution for me. But the sides effects are there as well, I experiences headache and stuffy nose every time and when I see the experiences here ... it is a common problem. "


"I have been on Nexplanon since Sept 26, 2013. The first week was really hard. I bled horribily. I called my doctor with my issue. For one month she prescribed my prior birth control pills to control the bleeding. It stopped after the second day on oral birth control. I finished the pack. My cycle came on time in October. And until 12/26/13, I had not had a cycle. At this point it is VERY LIGHT. I encourage everyone to try it for them selves. We all have different bodies and the side effects will not be the same. I also experienced a minor acne breakout. Best thing...NO BABIES, weight gain or hair loss."


"Expect high numbers for awhile, as I understand the medicine usually takes two to six weeks to fully become active in your body. I have been on it under a week and can see my numbers slowly dropping again I am nearing 200 and usually run 120-165. Did see some high 200's but this may be normal I was told. Just check with your doctor if you are concerned. Once I get used to the weekly injections, and after leveling out I am sure I will like this over daily injections."


"I love this medicine. The only caveat. The difficulty in filling the actual prescription. I have all the side effects you have all mentioned but as everyone said, well worth it.  I'm a teacher and in my last two weeks of school. I need the insurance issues to clear up so I can pick up the rest of my medicines."


"Horrible experience. Took for 14 days as directed and by day 11 There was blood in my bowel movements. Days 12 and 13 had me doubled over with severe stomach pains and watery diarrhea up to ( no exaggeration...18 times a day) I figured that it was from this new medication and stopped immediately. Stomach pain subsided but now need a colonoscopy to be sure that I am ok. Also gained 8 pounds in these 2 weeks. Really helped with my hip pain but no thanks...... I'd rather deal with hip pain than this nightmare."


"I  have been using Drysol for about 10 years. The whole story is ladies do not shave or use if you have any cuts. Also do not use the plastic, roll it on or put it on very lightly and a small amount (I use a tee shirt with short sleeves that is slightly tight under the arm). I used it for the first 3 days and since then I use it about twice a month in the winter and once a week in the summer. I live in Florida..it works. I was a wet bucket before."


"I have been taking this medication for three years and I love it. My periods became lighter after a few months.  I also no longer had severe mood swings every month.  It has made a huge difference in my life.  The only negative side effect I noticed was mild water retention and slight weight gain 2-3 lbs."


"I was (incorrectly) diagnosed with giardia and took Tindamax. I had a horrible reaction with nausea and diarrhea. This went on and I ended up hospitalized for days. The bad taste in your mouth lasts a LONG time after you take the medication. It takes a long time to clear your system as this is a long acting medication. The reaction I had sounds like what is supposed to happen if you drink alcohol while taking it. I am certain I did not drink alcohol, but I got this ill anyway. The real bummer is that after I took it I was told the lab made a mistake and I did not actually have giardia!!"


"I have 4 lumbar disc's bulging how ever the l5sl is impinging on my nerve root, complete pain couldn't stand couldn't walk couldn't sit etc. I was in missesry. finally they put me on something other than ibprofen and it was Volteran genric! It took about 1 week to kick in and work but I honestly can say I take this in the am along with my muscle relaxer and gabepentin and I am pain free and gained back 6 hours of my life! IT only works for me so far for 6 hours and by the time I can take next dosages I am back in the worse pain ever, hopefully everyday I can gain a little bit more than 6 hours of my life back!!!!!!!!"


"I tried this 6weeks ago and had very neg reaction.. Started again 5days ago and feel amazing.."


"Took antibiotics and got a yeast infection went to the Drs they prescribed Monistat 3. Took it for the 3 days still was experiencing a lot of itching and burning. Went back to the Drs she prescribed the one dose pill. Took it Thursday afternoon felt nausea, had headaches, and stomach aches (side effects) but helped with the burning pain by he next day. It's now Sunday and the itching burning and a pain is back. Going back to the Drs tomorrow for the 3rd time in 2 and a half weeks. So want this to go away. Feeling like I need to get second opinion."


"I was put on Suboxone 2mg about 2 years ago for opiate dependence.   When my back pain got really bad.  I went to a Dr. who dealt with addicts and with their chronic pain.  He put me on the 8mg films and since then life has become much better.  This just not take's away the cravings, but also takes the pain."


"Love it, been in it for about 3 1/2 years now....lighter period , less cramping....keeps me regular....I take it every morning with no problems.."


"Although my depression has calmed, my anxiety attacks are not  any better"


"Be taking lorazepan for the last 15 years with no side effects. I take a 0.5mg, 2 times a day as needed. In all these years never took more than prescribed by the doctors."


"Please do not fret, the pill worked great! I experienced practically no symptoms whatsoever. All I read about were complaints of side effects, which annoyed me because this was the main reason why I was so scared. Three days after my period ended (which lasted from May 14-20) my boyfriend and I did the bad thing without any protection. (May 23) He admitted right after that he unintentionally came in me. I took the Plan B pill 1.5 hours later. For four days I experienced absolutely no symptoms, except for one morning in which I woke up with a small headache. That fourth night (May 27) a little brown discharge started, then for two days I had a mini brown/red period. After nothing for one more day, I got my real period! Positive experience!"


"I have been using Aggrenox for more then a year now. I have had five TIA strokes prior to using Aggrenox. I think it has reduce my chances of having another stroke. I have had no strokes while using this medication. No side effects either."


"I've been taking this BC for 5 years now and I think it works well. My periods are lighter, my acne has cleared up and it has prevented pregnancy. The only downside to this medication is that you will most likely gain a few lbs."


"I'm a college student in her third semester, and my dad had me get the Nexplanon because it seemed to be the most convenient. I've been living with my boyfriend now for about a year, and things have changed since I've gotten the implant inserted August 2014. At first, I had no periods; it was great. Then, it was a couple of months after the insertion that I suddenly had a period for 2 months straight. The frustrating thing about it was that it wasn't even enough for a full tampon; I was spotting for weeks. I ruined so many pairs of underwear now and leaked some nights in bed because I thought the flow had gotten lighter or that it ended since it stopped for a day. It works, but I think I might switch to pills instead."


"This medication did not work well for me. I keep hearing voices while I go to sleep. It seems like the medication only works for 3 or 4 hours. Then, it stops working. I am also having a problem with center of balance with this medication. I keep having mini-vertigos. I saw the other ratings and I was tempted but this medication just did not workout for me."


"This pill works for me but I'm sure everyone is different. You just have to go get blood work every 3 months while on it. I been taking it for 5 years and I'm doing great, just make sure you eat a small meal before you take Azasan it can make you sick for a hour if you dont. I do recommend this pill if you have Crohn's. Ask your Doctor about it and see if it is right for you."


"I was diagnosed with major depression and anxiety. I had crippling depression, could not sleep, eat, get out of bed or interact with anyone.  I cried uncontrollably and did not know why and if that was not enough I was having frequent panic attacks (more than one per day). My PDoc tried several meds and Lexapro 20mg is the best.  I also take Clonazapam 0.5 mg, and Wellbutrin 10mg for sexual side effects.  For the first time in my life I feel normal, having never felt this way before.  I do not like the sexual side effects so that is why my doc prescribed Welbutrin. It doesn't seem to make any difference.  I am drowsy and forgetful and lack motivation. I will ask my doc if a withdrawal from Wellbutrin or Clonazepam will will help."


"Worked for me.  I've been nicotine free since August 1, 2010"


"This has been helpful, thank goodness.  Previously used Celebrex or meloxicam, which was once a day.  Though this new medicine is prescribed two times day, I have found I can often pass on the second dose.  Got a copay card from doctor, so no cost."


"The patch works great - no more debilitating hot flashes. But, I almost gave up on the medication because of the difficulty and frustration removing the plastic backing. I finally figured out how to get it off. I take a paring knife and in the middle, tease one side slowly off the adhesive until it is clear it will separate, but I don't remove it yet. Then I do the same thing on the other side. Once it is clear that both sides will come off easily, I remove one side completely, stick it in place, then remove the other side. Make sure your skin is stretched out with no wrinkles where you apply it. This has completely removed my frustration with the patch! If it weren't for the flawed design, I would rate it a 10, so instead it gets an 8"


"I started taking this medication 25 days ago on the 17th day I already had a period, which I hadn't had one in 4 months. I noticed I've lost a few pounds, but I don't know if that has anything to do with the pill or not. I feel better, and my acne is not so bad now. The only problem is that it says you will have shorter, lighter periods. Well I am on the 8th day of my period and it hasn't been so light. Hopefully this is only my body's response to not having a period for so long, and it won't always be this long."


"I have used many birth control options and this one is one of my favorite. While I have experienced some side effects small acne problems (minor) and I am longer getting my period, I am happy with other aspects of Implanon. I have a sex drive and no vaginal dryness which are two pesky side effects I encountered with the NuvaRing and the Pill. Insertion was fast and easy and it lasts for three years so what more could you want? My appetite has not been affected and I have not experienced any weight gain."


"I just started using Campral only two days ago and have noticed an immediate change--no urge or desire to drink.  Is this possible or am I that desperate for the "silver bullet"?  I've managed a few months of sobriety before relapsing.  Even when not drinking, there was always that constant urge/desire.  Just about all the reviews have described an almost miraculous change in behavior.  I can only hope."


"Before Junel I was getting my period 2x a month for 8 full days. This birth control regulated my period to once a month, really light, and maybe a full 4 days. I haven't had any major side effects besides the first month or two I was always hungry and craving junk food. Now I'm on month four back to my regular consistent healthy diet. I never had acne maybe a pimple or two during my periods but this pill does not make me break out and gives me so much energy when you take it everyday at the same time. Recommend this pill"


"I have chronic insomnia, depression and anxiety. This is the only medicine that relaxes me so I can fall asleep. I take anywhere from 1-2mg about 3-4 nights a week. Works fast as I dissolve it under my tongue. No side effects in the morning. I have to be very careful when I take it in the day for my anxiety because it can make you very sleepy. This is the best medicine for insomnia."


"I have been on Yasmin for 5 years, since I was 16. I stopped it for a few months (I switched jobs and lost my insurance). In that time I went to a clinic and was given their low-cost birth control pills. Once I got back on yasmin, I stopped having breakthrough bleeding, headaches, nausea, and everything in between. So of the two or three birth control brands I have tried, Yasmin is by far the best."


"I was very hopeful when I read about trazodone. Don't know how long to keep trying, but after three nights, I've had no relief. Started at 50mg, then 75 and finally last night, 100mgs. May have to back to estazolam, but it's only good for occasional use."


"I'm 44 years old. Felt tired, looked tired and ached in my back, knees and feet a lot. I was obese and had been for many years. I'm 5'5. Started taking Qsymia May 6th. Weighed 212. By June 2 my weight was 200. Felt good. Drank lots of water, ate more protein and walked a couple miles daily.  Side effects I had only in June were tingling fingers. Another short lived side effect is constipation, but adding fresh veggies and fiber does the trick people. I also felt annoyed a bit more, but again life and people can get very annoying, so find something to de-stress; i.e exercise. Now it is nearing the end of September, and I am still employed, married and sane and I'm at 175 and feel great!"


"I was having many panic attacks and could barely manage my life.  I started Serzone with the few side effects of dry mouth, sleepiness at first, and constipation. Only the dry mouth remains. I have now been on it ten years through many major stress issues. It has kept me functional through all these, and I have avoided breakdowns that could have occurred. (On measures of stress tests, I usually rank in the "Go to the Hospital" area).  No liver problems, and it is tested yearly. I have had to slightly up the dosage two years ago.  I did have a horrible time in trying to quickly change to another drug when it appeared that serzone was going out of production.  I am grateful for it, and wish it was more widely used"


"Noticed a change immediately.  Started out on 5mg twice a day for two weeks, then upped to 10mg twice a day.  Work in surgery so pretty stressful work.  I couldnt sleep the night before cases thinking about all the bad things that could happen.  Once I started taking buspar those thoughts went away and I could get a full nights rest.  I am clear headed and focused at work, whenever negative thoughts creep in my head I am able to dispel them with relative ease."


"NuvaRing is my first kind of birth control and it's convenient because I don't have to remember to take a pill everyday. It has also evened out my up and down hormone mood swings but it's difficult to use when I am away traveling for a few weeks and happen to be needing to place the next one in. This is something I didn't think of until I planned a 14  day trip, which ended up right in the middle of my cycles."


"Clomipramine is amazing. It did wonders for my OCD, depression, and anxiety but I gained 50 pounds, quickly. I was so excited at first. I've always had an extremely hard time keeping weight on and was way to thin in my last bout of severe depression before starting medicines again, but it went to far. I've recently gotten off of it, feeling a little worse but managing and the weight is coming off. Now I worry I'll go back to being as thin as I was, hopefully not. Overall, an amazing medication especially taken together with Luvox, if you don't get the side affects."


"I have been on the starting dose for 6 days.  Going to 1.2 tomorrow. I have lost 9 pounds which I am sure some of that was initial water weight.  Have not experienced any side effects yet, except a headache the first day. I dose at night based on suggestions of others I read before starting. I agree with many comments that you feel very full so you eat less.  I am doing a diabetic diet, watching my carbs and eating lean meat, fresh fruit and vegetables and smaller amounts of low fat dairy. This drug is a tool and I find it helps me to not over eat or snack. The shots are very easy and you cannot feel them at all.  Just getting started and have a long road ahead as I want to lose 80 pounds.  It will help me stick to it!"


"I had triglycerides of 400 . Was put on crestor 5mg. After a month they were down to 280. By  5 weeks my legs and arms would wake me up at night with horrible aches. My feet got so bad I would get out of bed and have to hold on because the muscles were numb.  Went back to the dr. take it 3x a week now. No side affects. With coupon online I pay 1.00 for 30 day supply. Shop around.  Go back in 2 weeks will see if 3 times a week helps lower the t. at all."


"Horrible!!!  wouldnt recommend to anybody"


"I've been fighting alcoholism my entire life.. Feb 2015 I took my first shot of vivitrol, fresh out of detox and straight into a sober house. It helped tremendously.  I managed to stay sober for solid 15 months although I only took the shot for the first two.  It gave me that jump start to dive into life without craving, fear or obsession...  fast forward to last week, I went on a bender that almost killed me.. now with the help of another antidepressant,  I've started taking naltrexone 50mg... I'm on day 3, still shakie but I know it's working, I am around booze because of my job, but I already feel no urge to drink.

It's my experience. That with a strong support system, a desire to quit and armed with this awesome medication I can live."


"I have suffered from migraines for about 5 years.  I have tried numerous medications, prescription and over the counter. Nothing worked. My doctor finally got me Relpax and what a difference. I can get 2 - 3 migraines in a week. Within an hour of taking a 40mg Relpax, I am back to normal. It is expensive, but my doctor was able to get me a $10.00 co-pay card.  What a big relief for me.  As a migraine sufferer, I will always be grateful for Relpax."


"This was the second birth control I tried. The first made me very moody and irritable so I switched to sronyx and it was great. I had absolutely no side effects. I've been on it for 3.5-4 years now and I'm starting to notice some changes. I've been getting bad acne (I've never had acne in my life, maybe a spot a month). I'm not sure if this is due to my increasing age (22)/lifestyle habits or the BC. Also I have gotten so moody, irritable, grumpy, anxious, and depressed (again I don't know if I can say the pill caused this but it slowly crept up on me and I can't figure out another reason for it). I'm not sure if it was a long term thing effect or what but it's making my relationship with my boyfriend of 3 years suffer"


"I've been taking Junel for about a month now and I've experienced very sore breasts, stomach pains, and an increase in anxiety and depression. If you already have anxiety or depression I don't recommend this pill"


"There's no generic for this medication and it is quite expensive, but definitely worth the money. My husband had a post-nasal drip cough that just wouldn't go away, and it kept both of us up at night. He took a teaspoon of this and we both slept through the night, he didn't cough once. Felt great in the morning too, no drowsiness. Great stuff."


"I had nexplannon for two years. I kept thinking things will get better, obviously I have the patience of a saint! I got it removed today and started nuva ring. My past two years...I did not get pregnant nor did I have to remember to take a pill (the only two reasons I gave it 2 stars). I bled almost the entire time, I never wanted to have sex, even when I wasn't bleeding. I had brown discharge when I wasn't bleeding and I got acne really bad! I was moody or so I was told anyway. But on a plus side I also didn't gain excessive weight. I personally would not recommend this for birth control. I'm now on the hunt for the right one for me, everybody's different."


"The pain I had was the most severe pain you could imagine- Back pain and Radicular nerve pain going down the outside and back of the leg and I couldn't walk unless I had crutches but a combination of Lortab and the injection of Toradol actually worked. I had been in pain for over 2 weeks and after numerous visits to the local Mega Orthopedic clinic I ended up back to my regular doctor and he gave me the injection. I have had the pill form before with no results but the injection works great!"


"Hello my names Jacoby, I'm 21 I'm a heroin addict. I didn't have anything else work for me. When the suboxone was out of my system I'd relapse. Nothing ever worked for me. I had been putting off the shot as long as I could thinking "well what if I get hurt or break something and need pain killers" then I was fed up. I had lost everything and I was an inch away from losing the love of my life. I made the decision to get the shot I've had it a month now and was clean 2 weeks prior to getting it.  Now I feel back to myself again. There's no feeling like it. I can wake up in the morning and roll outta bed to go to work when before I couldn't physically get outta bed without doing a half gram. I highly recommend to get this shot! You won't regret it!"


"This medication has been a God send. Before I knew about this medication I was in and out of the bathroom at least 7 times in one day and it was every time I put food in my mouth. That went on for a full year, I couldn't go anywhere without going to the bathroom first and if I was out and about I couldn't eat anything until I got home. Me and my wife couldn't even go out to eat on our anniversary because of my problem. It was taking over my life and I was getting depressed, but then my doctor gave me Lomotil and it works like a charm. Instead of going to the bathroom after each time I put food in my mouth. I now only go about 2 times a day and I can now eat at restaurants now. Ihis medication put reassurance back in my life again."


"I've tried dozens of therapies and medicines. Mucinex does better than them all. Since taking it, my pain levels have gone down by 90%.

Mucinex doesn't work for everyone. But it's cheap and over the counter. What's the harm in trying? I wish a doctor or website had suggested I try it - would have saved me years of pain."


"I used this acne cream about a week ago and now I can say that the acne on my face has decreased very much. I had acne on the top portions of both cheeks and they were not going away for months. So for five days I applied the cream every night. Be forewarned that the cream burns/stings a lot. But I believe it is worth it. My skin is very sensitive and by the fifth day I started getting worried because I thought that the red marks that appeared on my acne areas because of the cream would not go away! So I stopped applying it on the fifth day. and the day after I went to the doctor and he prescribed Cortate Cream for me to get rid of the red spots. I've been applying it for 2-3 days and the red spots are now gone."


"I have been on Pristiq for 12 days. It has helped me tremendously with my depression issues. A few years ago I had tried wellbuterin, lexapro and cymbalta and experienced side effects. I gave up but recently decided it was in my best interested to try something else. Pristiq has completely changed my whole outlook on life. I do have problems sleeping and have dry mouth someitmes but totally worth it."


"I wish I could give Risperidal/Risperidone 0 stars. Worst medication I've ever had to take. Made me so exhausted despite getting 12 hours of sleep a night and made me gain 30lbs. This medication slapped the heart right out of me and I was a zombie, devoid of any emotion for months. I wouldn't slip this to my worst enemy."


"It works well for my condition. I am under a great amount of stress and my body would shake I broke out in hives and my heart would beat very fast at times and I was not sleeping at all."


"I've been suffering from moderate rosacea for 6 years. I went to a new dermatologist and she gave me several samples of Mirvaso. She told me to try it for at least 14 days. I put it on my cheeks every day but didn't notice any improvement in the redness. However, I continued as instructed by my dermatologist. Around day 10, I woke up to see that almost my entire face (not just my cheeks) was swollen and with a dark red color that I'd never seen on my skin before. Not even during my worst rosacea flare-ups was my skin this inflamed, red, and splotchy. I've tried aloe vera and chamomile tea on face, but to no avail. I hope the redness subsides soon - I'm worried! And I'm calling my dermatologist - she should warn future patients!"


"Overweight Italian 225 lbs, 59 yrs, old high blood pressure, taking Metformin and having a tough time walking more then 100 yards. I have been hounded by my wife and finally gave into trying this new diet medicine. Well nine months later and 66 pounds worth of meatballs and lasagna gone. I don't remember anything but losing the weight and have decision making willpower that I never new existed. This works and is not a gimmick and has allowed me to reduce my medicines. It seems far to easy and is the best secret in losing weight. I would recommend this to anyone who needs a little crutch to avoid cravings and take over your own life."


"I've been on Nuvaring for a year and a half, and I really like it. I had problems with mood swings and spotting with the pill so a friend said to try the ring and its eliminated those problems for me. The down sides are decreased sex drive for one week of my cycle after my period, and for the first 6 month I experienced dryness but that went away. I really enjoy not taking a pill and feeling like myself, I am also more confident about the effectiveness. My boyfriend has felt the ring during intercourse 3 times since I have been using it. I'm very happy with the Nuvaring."


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"I've been on Kariva for 2 months and it has turned me into a completely different person. I'm ALWAYS tired. I can sleep just fine but, I'm constantly tired. I never feel rested. I've noticed it's made me depressed. Everyone around me notices also. I've had horrible headaches. My appetite has changed. I have blurred vision, dizziness. Its ridiculous. As far as spotting I haven't experienced any of that. So, effectiveness has been pretty good."


"This was the first medication I was prescribed for anxiety, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, and a few other problems I had going on at the same time. I started taking 1mg once per day, then 1mg twice per day... this worked well for quite a while. Then I changed to 2mg once per day and after several months went to 2mg twice per day. I took this for about 4yrs. total and had no nightmares, seldom had racing thoughts, the panic attacks stopped pretty much all together after the first week or two, and this also kept the general anxiety at bay as well. The only problem was that if you have no insurance or discount card it's very expensive! I had to go to 10mg valium 3x daily at 1/3 the cost, but wish I could still afford the XR's because they work well!"


"This is by far the worst antidepressant I have ever taken in my life. I took this pill for Severe post-partum anxiety/OCD. I stayed on it for 17 months. And it was truly the worst 17 months of my life. The worst intrusive thoughts I have ever experienced, felt like I was in a constant panic attack 24/7 where I literally felt like I was going insane, my thoughts were constant loops of irrational fears and I would do anything to try and make them stop, I thought I had something spiritually wrong with me or I was going insane, horrible derealization, lost connection with almost every person except my boyfriend, no connection with my baby, couldn't feel any of my body, lost all faith in God and hope."


"I am 63 years old and have smoked about 1 pack/day for over 40 years.  I have tried quitting many times throughout my life.  With the help of Chantix, I believe I've finally done it.  It's been 7 months since I quit and my urges are significantly less and are now easy to get through.  I even have had a few days now where I haven't even thought about smoking a cigarette.  Only side effect was some weight gain. The advantage of quitting smoking far outweighs the minor weight gain."


"I have had constant pain in my hands neck and shoulder from my lupus. It has caused me not to be able to do simple thinks such as house work, care for my toddler and get out and go places.
I noticed a reduction in pain within 6 hours. I have not had any side effects, although I know others commonly do. I was told not to drink on this because it can cause severe stomach discomfort and I'm following the docs orders on that one. I know everyone is different, but for me this is a miracle!"


"I was put on this about a year ago (20mg) and I thought it was helping pretty good for my anxiety but like 3 months into it I was noticing some weight gain. Then about 6 months the weight gain has gotten worse and I gained about a good 40 pounds and I felt as if I was never full anymore and I was constantly hungry even a few minutes after I would eat a full meal. I am weening off of it now and in the process of trying Lorazapam (ativan) so we'll see how that works. Other than that I would recommend at least try this since everyone might not experience weigh gain and excessive hunger like I did."


"my period hasn't stopped for 5 months"


"Depression and anxiety and life issues were miserable and impacting my relationships. Went to the doc and found out my blood pressure was sky-high. Described my life issues and he put me on Viibryd and blood pressure meds. Side effects have been mild: restless legs first week, crazy strange dreams that though sometimes violent provoke no anxiety or fear, gas, and aching legs. The legs thing is the worst, though it is subsiding (into my second month of 40mg). But going for walks, made my legs ache like they'd been hit. My bowels move GREAT, which they haven't in a while. The gas is hilarious to me. LOVE this medicine. I feel wonderful."


"HORRIBLE side effects!  Loose tooth, needed extraction.  Dentist found a healthy root, no problem with tooth.  Lumps formed in several places.  Rashes, shortness of breath.  Hoarseness, headaches, joint pain...many more complaints."


"Before I was to start this medication I searched and thought I better not take this medication because of all the people who said it was very bad.  I have been on Celexa since 2000 with ativan 3 mg per day if needed. I had to get off of Celexa because I started having panic attacks and wasn't working for me. It didn't really work that great for for the past six years. I was terrified to take Effexor XR. Well I couldn't live with panic and anxiety anymore so I took it.  I focus better, I don't dwell on things. I can sit and watch a movie without my mind wondering or worrying. I have lost 15 lbs. My husband notices a difference being more outgoing.   Don't listen to what has been written. I wish I started this a long time ago.  Best of Luck"


"I've only been on it one month, but so far I really like it. I'm vegetarian and it doesn't give me any problems. For the first week and a half though, I was very nauseous and felt like I needed to throw up and I was very gassy! The nausea has subsided, but the gas still comes back occasionally. It's terribly smelly and I guess it helps to flush your body with a ton of water! I drank 60oz in one day and that seemed to make things better. BUT, before that, I was really gassy and couldn't poop!

I went through planned parenthood and there is a government program that doesn't make me pay for the ring!"


"I have been using Zoloft to treat mainly social anxiety for about 2 1/2 months now. I started off taking the lowest dosage- 25mg. Two weeks later, my psychiatrist doubled it to 50 mg, and four weeks later, he doubled it again to 100 mg, which is where I am at now. The first few days of starting it I felt absolutely miserable, and for those with severe depression, it may very well be debilitating. But I stuck through it! Over time, and still continuing, my moods have become remarkably stable and positive. My insecurities and obsessive negative thoughts, especially ones of a jealous nature, have nearly vanished. Sometimes it's harder to orgasm now, but my libido is still intact. Zoloft also helped me with me with my vaginismus and irritable bowel syndrome."


"This medicine saved my life, it helped me cope with my panic disorder!"


"First time Mucinex DM user. I like the extended relief because it really does provide extended relief from the severe coughing that is characteristic of bronchial infections. The medication did make me a little drowsy, so some caution is recommended especially if you are not able to take time off to rest. I also recommend drinking lots of fluid too. You may notice that your urine smells like the medication."


"I was vomiting in the mornings, after using it for 6 months, I thought I had a bad sore throat, got antibiotics, seemed better, but always have this hoarse throat with a lump feeling, stopped trulicity and it went away. I won't take it anymore, metformin will be it."


"Taken the pill for 4 months now, after having no period for 6 months. Since I started the pill I have had two periods each pack, despite taking the pills like clockwork. I've also developed sore breasts and super painful cyst - like acne all the time. No weight gain, nausea, or blood pressure issues though. Not going to take this anymore!"


"Shrunk lymph glands in back of neck first week of taking 3 capsules a day second week swollen glands in armpit are gone minor side effects ."


"We're using Protopic on my daughter at the moment and it really seems to be working.  I thought I had to mention after reading everyone's comments about the burning, that our doctor has said not to put it on inflammed skin.  The skin should first be calmed with steroids and as soon as it has, then the Protopic can be applied.   We spent 5 days using cortisone all over my daughters body and then started using  Protopic. She would have told us immediately if there had been any burning.  I'm sure this won't help everyone but hopefully it may help someone."


"I've wrote a review when I first started Abilify.  I still take 2 mg and 20 Mg of Lexapro.  I was the person who wrote it kicked in within 24 hours.  Obsessive Compulsive Disorder barely bothers me now. It's under really good control between medicines and therapy.  I give Abilify a 10! I originally rated it a 9."


"I've been using Victoza since August 20th and I've lost 7lbs.  My daytime sugars are finally at a normal range after always being in the 200's.  I take Lantus at night, but my morning fasting sugars are still slightly high.  The side effects haven't been so bad, only lasting a day or two.  Today I start my largest and final dosage of Victoza 1.8mg, we'll see how that goes."


"I have had irregular periods for years. I would come on and then wouldn't see a period for months and months at a time until my Dr recomended Aviane. On week 4 3rd day I came on. After not having a period for a year really love this birth control. No mood swings, light period and mild cramps. Will continue to use it."


"I absolutely hate this. I have been on depo for 6 months and I have bled the whole time. Non stop. No breaks. It's not light either. It's like being on the second day of your period FOREVER. It has also significantly worsened my depression. I had finally gotten a combo of meds and therapy that had me feeling relatively functional. I made the mistake of taking depo. It ruined all my progress and has me debating suicide again. I've gained weight and developed acne. This sucks don't ever take it. They'll tell you it can stop your periods. Don't be deceived!"


"This gel is great BUT you have to give it time. I went on it and after four months my acne only cleared a little but then bam! After the next month everything was great and then it's just all good from there. No random pimples popping up, just time for my scars to fade. I love it. And if you're a patient person who wants something gentle and not scary for their face, Atralin is it."


"This was the first birth control I was ever on, and I loved that it cleared up my skin. I've been off of it for a year now, and all of my acne has returned, and my mood swings are back in full force. I am going to start it again soon. My only complaint is I never had cramps before this pill, and it gave me minor cramps, nothing completely unbearable. I also had a major loss in sex drive, but overall, a good experience that I would recommend to others."


"I started using Quasense to control my endometriosis during Basic Training.  It worked great!  I had a little cramping during the last 2 weeks of the cycle, but other than that it was worked perfectly for what I needed it to do.  No spotting for me!"


"I was diagnosed with RA when I was 30 years old. I'm 37 now.  My rheumatologist started me out on Methotrexate which put me in the hospital for sever flu like symptoms for an extended period of time.  I have just started Hydroxychloroquine, I am on 200mg once a day and have noticed it leaves me feeling out of sorts, and I often have headaches along with nausea despite taking it with meals. It has caused me to miss work on several occasions.  I'm hoping that with time some of the side effects will subside and I'll be able to enjoy a better quality of life."


"Due to high anxiety, I would stay awake anywhere between 36-44 hours. After Tylenol PM failed miserably, my doctor put me on Ambien. Not only does it put me to sleep, it also calms the anxiety down very, very well. I will take it, and within 15-20 min be feeling alot better. I have had insomnia for 8 years. After taking it I feel a little funny in the head, and my vision messes up a little, but that's it. Nothing bad at all. If it wasn't for Ambien, I would not know what a good night's sleep is! I take the 10mg. I highly recommend it."


"So far, I've been on three different kinds of birth control this month. I switched to Sprintec about 4 months ago, because it was cheap. My skin started breaking out, my periods were heavy and my emotions were out of control. I cry all the time and fight with my boyfriend."


"Sertraline has helped my life move on for the better. I was giving up on life, but gradually over 6 weeks I feel different and more interested and motivated to enjoy life. My dose is now 100mgs, so please stick with it."


"This medication saved my life. Without it I would be a completely different person. Whoever out there found a way to treat my Ankylosing Spondylitis with this medicine deserves the world. Thank you."


"Insertion was painful. I was bloated for a month. But, I didn't bleed at all and then everything was fine after a month. I love Mirena. No side effects. You cannot get pregnant. You don't need to get Plan B. It is a miracle for me. I'm getting a new one put in because my boyfriend felt like the strings were razors so my doctor is putting a new one in with long strings because mine were cut. Also, if you want to get pregnant just have it removed and within 2 weeks you can get pregnant. I would rate this an 11/10."


"Have had migraines for decades and tried imitrex before but didn't help. I get minor relief from Bayer's Back & Body (aspirin+caffeine pill). Recently asked my doc about trying a different triptan and he suggested zolmitriptan since imitrex didn't help. Next migraine I took 1 Bayer and 1/2 the 5 mg zolmitriptan pill with gatorade. Two hours later my migraine was decreasing instead of increasing but was still in pain so I took the other 1/2 of the 5 mg pill and was surprised to see my migraine decrease until it was gone and I was able to sleep through the night without migrainain pain. Now I take the entire 5 mg at once with bayer and gatorade once I notice symptoms and it decreases my migraines from 24+ hrs of hell to around 6 tolerable hours."


"I started Topamax on August 18th and my life has changed! Today is September 2nd, two weeks without a migraine is a miracle. I’m on 50mg. At first I was having a hard time at work. Brain fog is an understatement. But I would say it’s gone now. Within the first week my sensitivity to light disappeared. I actually started crying tears of joy while driving because I could finally see in the day time without migraine. And same thing at night. I don’t have to turn the mirror up anymore. I can see! I occasionally get some tingling in my hands and feet but not bad at all. I will update again on my progress/side effect in a month or two. Good luck to everyone. This has been such a blessing for me."


"This drug works!  This is going to sound hard to believe but from the first dose of this medicine I have not had a single craving for alcohol.  I have been drinking for some 40 years and heavily for the last 10.  Needless to say, I was completely shocked at the results.  That said, the side effects have been a little tough.  I'm only a week in but the diarrhea has been an issue for about an hour after each dosage.  I am hoping that will end in the next day or so."


"I've been taking this medicine for a little over 6 months.
I am a 66 yr. old female.  In 2014, I lost 30 pds. on purpose, so I have been feeling good, except age-related pain in my hip joints.
I've just realized recently that I'm no longer feeling pain in my joints. Nothing has changed in my life except the addition of this medicine.

So...I've concluded this is a POSITIVE side effect from taking this medicine."


"I have been saddled with sciatic pain off and on for over 15 months now. About a month ago, my Doctor switched me off of Naproxen and onto this drug. It seems to be a little more effective and I am only taking it twice a day. I would rate my daily pain level about a 3 on a scale of 10, and almost 0 an hour after taking this one tablet with a meal."


"I took Chantix for 11 weeks and quit smoking on week 3. I have smoked off and on for 20 years. Using Chantix was 100 X easier than quitting cold turkey, therefore I'm giving it a high rating, however the side effects of it were horrible. I wasn't truly honest with my doctor of the side effects, which was wrong looking back. I became so depressed and withdrawn and sometimes would lay in the bedroom and just eat! in fact I ate a
lot and gained 35 pounds in 12 Weeks. so I stress caution for anyone using it although I will say it does help quit smoking.

2 weeks"


"I have been taking ActosPlus Met 15/850 for Type 2 Diabetes for approximately 3 years.  My HbA1C has been steady between 6.0 and 6.3.  If I'm having side-effects, they are not noticeable.  The price, however, must put a smile on the pharmaceutical company CEO's face.  It would be nice to see it go generic!"


"I had a heart attack and stent and have a problems with taking statins.  I have taken 4 injections so far.  I have stomach cramps , and double over with pain, leg cramps unreal.  I can tolerate Crestor 3 days a week.  Had check up with my heart Dr and he said go off the Repatha it will lower your numbers but, as it states and so did my heart Dr that there is NO proof it will help your heart.  I thought this strange but, as he said it also says that on the pamphlet that comes with it.  I am quitting taking it stomach aches and bowel problems are miserable."


"I was on Gleevec for nearly 3 years and had issues with leg pain and no remission.  Switched to Sprycel in October 2011 and could see a big improvement.  Developed fluid on the lung in December 2012. Dr. took me off Sprycel and fluid situation is getting better.  Waiting to see next steps."


"Worked pretty good at giving some pain relief... Until it gave me bleeding ulcers a few months into treatment."


"I've been using Elavil for almost 4 years now and can't live without it! If I run out before I can get to the pharmacy my symptoms return with a vengeance and I feel awful again! I would recommend this medicine to ANYONE dealing with pain, insomnia or depression to consider this medicine! I started off on a low does (25mgs) per night now only on 50mgs and I have NEVER done so well in my life emotionally or physically! One of the negatives for me has been weight gain and now b=high blood pressure because of the weight BUT I tell everyone I'd rather be fat and happy then skinny and miserable!"


"I'm giving this a 2 because I've lost some weight. To be honest, it's likely that I've lost weight because of the low carb diet I'm now in to "manage" the side effects of Metformin. This medicine is life ruining. I've become a shut in (I only go to work now) because of the constant no-warning need to use the bathroom. I'm trying to stick with it, but it's awful."


"I've been on Epiduo for many months in the past but stopped using it once my face got relatively clear. I've had acne for around 8 years and tried all the common treatments for acne so needless to say I already tried benzoyl peroxide. So from experience I know it DOES help improve acne but as for how much, it may depend. The first time worked nicely for me but after several months of use it no longer worked on the small pimples and bumps on my forehead so I stopped using it. Applying more or less didn't work either. However, due to recent circumstances I broke out pretty badly on the chin so I've tried using it once more. Sadly, after 2 months the only thing it does is painfully dry out my skin and cause a semi-permanent redness to my face."


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"Yes it works real good im addicted to it. I have been taking it for the last 4 years. It works better on a empty stomach. But I don't recommend taking it every night are you will get addicted to it like me. And since I have been on it for 4 years I have found other ways to make it work faster and better, ! The down side on taking the prescribe drug is can't remembering nothing the next day. My wife have told me some of the crazy things I have done while on Ambien and I don't be remembering none of the crazy things she says. So if you take Ambien  I suggest you get in the bed and stay in the bed. I will be trying to go cold turkey to get off the drug!"


"I am 12 months into taking Seroquel for BPD and I feel more settled happy and relaxed without the insane anger outbursts and days of crying I experienced with some other medications. It may not be for everybody, but for some of us, it does work and gives us our quality of life back."


"I've been on Saxenda for 10 day, now on 1.2 dose.  No nausea, but a little heartburn and burping and thirsty.  Haven't lost a pound yet.  I'm going to keep goining.  Insurance does not cover this...."


"I have taken methotrexate for 17 years and am now on 20mg per week. I have also been on Rituximab infusions for the past 3 years and together the two medicines work very well. I am mostly pain free, except for mornings."


"Started this to fight a sinus infection. 4 days in seemed to improve. Only negative was a bad headache. Night 4 horrible night sweats and chills to the bone. I couldn't function at work and was still getting chills and stomach cramps. Then the constant diahrrea started. Day 5 I had a fever of 102 to go along with body shakes, headache and still diahrrea. I thought it was the flu so continued medication but by day  7 have had no relief from it, called my Dr and she told me to stop meds immediately. I just stopped and hoping for some relief. I am dehydrated and weak and still can't leave the bathroom for more than 20 minutes! Bad reaction and hoping for some relief!"


"Been on this med for at least a year the joint pain has dramatically improved with no ill side effects. Was on Humira prior to Xeljanz, that provided me little or no relief, no to mention sticking myself every two weeks. This little pill twice a day has helped bunches."


"I got my Nexplanon inserted January 2013. In the beginning it was great, periods were normal, no other symptoms. About 6 months after it was inserted my periods started getting longer, for a month at a time, was always tired and my breast were always sore. Needless to say I recently had mine removed and will be using another form of contraceptive."


"I started Zoloft in July.  I never wanted to be on medication this was my last resort. I was a wreck mentally.  I was only stable the week after my period, I would get very moody.  My moods range from depression to panic attacks and so forth.  The first 3 days were the hardest, the medicine seemed to make my symptoms worse than after about day 5 I felt the medicine start to do the opposite effect and I was more at ease. I am completing my fifth month on Zoloft and I am sure glad I started it.  I am back to my old self but I'm not zoned out.  I still have my real emotions, I'm just not as touchy as I was before Zoloft.  I can get through the little things without having a mental breakdown."


"I've been on Celexa for about 1 1/2 years an I love it. I have a real big history of panic attacks the ones that make you feel like your dying well they have decreased alot I still have them once in a while but they have gotten way better. This medication has really made a difference for me I recommend it to everyone with panic an anxiety disorder it works."


"I gained about 20 pounds in 3 months. I'm more moody also and have worse cramps than before. I am also having my period two times a month, so it's time to switch back to my last one!"


"No good made me with no energy, zero libido, foggy thoughts, drowsiness, forgetfulness, made me more irritable and after a few weeks got the feeling I was going to snap and loose it.  Got taken off this medicine and changed to Lamictal  and things got a lot better. "


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"These prenatals are amazing! I took samples from my doctor and after 15 days my hair was growing so healthy, my nails were growing wonderfully. This prenatal is 2 pills. 1 is the prenatal (it smells and tastes of vanilla) and the DHA table (fish oil). Has a positive effect on bowel movements, keeps the baby healthy, etc."


"Acne went completely away."


"I took Champix for 25 days one in the morning and one in the evening, I stopped on day 15. Side effects were gas, bloated belly, sick feeling, waking during the night, nasty taste in my mouth and I got really angry over small things a few times. I'm off the tablet 3 days and feeling like things are going back to normal."


"I took macrobid for two and half days felt sick. Plus I'm scared of anything that poses a risk of side effects that are mile and half long. Macrobid made me so sick that  I ended up at the ER with swollen lymph nodes ,stiff neck, nausea migraine that caused eye pain, vomiting, chill I felt poisoned . My sister wanted  to stay with us because she was so worried about me. I was sick for three days in bed . Never , ever again I'm only seeing nautropathic doctors and chinese medicine doc unless it is life or death"


"Before taking lisinopril my BP was around 150/105. After about 3 weeks it is 120/88 so far. I experienced a itching sensation around my neck and my face felt like it was on fire the first week but those side effects subsided and stopped. I believe in this product because it is working just fine."


"I was on this medication for about a year and I had horrible side effects. "


"I am not very fond of Depakote. When I took it it didn't improve my moodswings that much. In the beginning it made me nauseous & caused my hair to fall out. No, I didn't go bald, but it thinned out my hair enough that my hairstylist noticed. Eventually, my hair stopped falling out, but I gained a lot of weight & I had very bad tremors & bad coordination. If you do decide to take this medicine make sure your doctor tests your blood regularly. I think you are supposed to have your blood tested every 6 months."


"This is the second time I have had to take moviprep since October. After really struggling with the taste first time round to the point it made me sick. The nurse recommended putting lime cordial in each glass. She also recommended making the prep with flavoured water (not red berries) I made it up with lemon and lime flavoured water then chilled it for a few hours. In each glass I have added the lime cordial and ice. I have used a jumbo straw and had water in a glass just in case. I can honestly say the lime is brilliant. Although there is still a slightly salty taste it is no where near as bad as previously. I have managed the first litre and actually feel I can cope with the next one. I hope this helps."


"I started using paroxetine 12.5 CR generic (Pexep 12.5 CR) - it was to treat my mild depression, mostly caused by moderate GAD (general anxiety disorder) and moderately severe social phobia.

First 2 days were mild headaches (not bad enough to get an aspirin), also felt noticeably more tired than usual. 3rd day, felt great. Not like an 'on' switch from the day before, but I did feel noticeably more comfortable around people and just felt better.

Did not have any problems with libido or weight gain."


"Well, I'm on Day 5 of taking phentermine, and I could be more pleased. Dry mouth is driving me nuts, but I can deal with it. My Biotene mouth spray came in. The mouthwash helps for a little while. I'm expecting some saliva-producing tabs to come in tomorrow. Other than that, I have had no problems. Appetite is pretty much gone. The two eggs I just had after coming home from work seem like I ate a five-course meal. Now for the good news! I weighed 266 this morning... down four pounds in four days. I'm hoping for two pounds a week, so this first week has me ecstatic! I'll check in again at the end of he week."


"My daughter has been on this drug for a month and she has been focusing a lot better on homework and her behavior has improved. I am currently trying to figure out what to do because it helps her a lot but also causes diarrhea sometimes."


"It's going on a year I've been on it. My boyfriend and I had sex a week or so later and was fine. My first few months I was on a constant period. Not really heavy, but enough to aggravate anyone. I was extremely sensitive, and now I'm having terrible terrible acne. (sigh)"


"I had hot flashes every 2 hours. My face would turn beet red my glasses would fog up and always at an inappropriate time. Took my first dose of Effexor 37.5mg, my hot flashes are basically non- existent. Mood is also awesome now."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I have been on this pill for a couple of months now. It's great with acne and no weight gain or anything but I will say it's absolutely horrible with moods. I've had the worst mood swings. I'm depressed and I literally cry over ANYthing and when I start, I cant stop!"


"I started taking Celexa 3 months ago for social anxiety and depression. I've had depression since I was 7 and my parents were against me taking medication. My sophmore year of college my anxiety started controlling my life to the point that I never left my home to be with people and I wouldn't participate in anything where anyone would watch me or evaluate me. I finally got my mom to agree to take me to the Doctor and get some medicine. It's been 3 months and my life has completely changed. I go out to social events, I've learned how to make friends and I'm doing great in school. This medication has changed my life significantly. The only problem I've experienced is that it makes me tired, but it's worth it."


"I'm only in my second week of the Rexulti, but feeling terrible. Hot flashes, dizziness, blurred vision, weight gain, bloating, shortness of breath, and suicidal thoughts. My depression feels much worse! I'm kind of at the end of my rope because I've tried everything else, even MAOI's. But I'm definitely going to have to get off of this med. :("


"I had tried Lyrica for fibromyalgia & it made me severely tired, and didn't help the aches & pains at all. Once I switched to Cymbalta, I felt great!  The aches & pains were reduced by at least 75% within 2 weeks! I've been on it 1.5 years & have had a gradual weight gain totaling 20lbs that started the same month I started the Cymbalta. My rheumatologist says its not Cymbalta related, but I'm thinking of maybe trying another medicine just to see.     But I'm afraid nothing will work as well as the Cymbalta. I also take 250mg Soma at night to help me sleep which works great."


"I had been using Norvasc for 15 years with very limited success. Seven months ago my new GP prescribed Plendil 5mg. The effect was immediate and suppressed the Raynauds symptoms HOWEVER I became very hot and flushed in the face.
I was given 2.5 mg for two weeks and then went back to 5mg with no further problems."


"I took 300mg of zonegran for nearly 2 years. It worked really well to prevent my migraines at the start--it was like a dream come true. I did experience appetite reduction and weight loss, but I put it back on after about a year. The negative side effects were extreme for me over time. First, my depression got much worse. That could have been external factors, but the time that I started taking Zonegran and the severe increase in my symptoms match. Also, after some time, I noticed my cognitive function was severely inhibited. I was in graduate school at the time and began failing classes, slurring my words when 100% sober, and unable to remember things. When I went off, my migraines returned severely, especially period and allergy migraines"


"dry eyes, runny nose, cramps both forearms into hands neck cramps rt arm going numb on and off constipation " loopy" thoughts slow reaction"


"I was graduated from initial 40mg to 2.5mg. This was found to be ineffective as I was always in and out of hospital with cough and other symptoms of sarcoidosis. I was later put on 20mg and all symptoms disappeared. My doctor is considering reducing it to 10mg."


"Withdrawal from methadone will take AT LEAST a month.  It is absolutely the WORST withdrawal EVER!!!  It served a purpose be enabling me to get away from the daily search for pills and not getting sick/  I got my life back together.  However, be advised the coming off the methadone is going to make you so very sick!  Taper SLOWLY!!  It's like being punished for a solid month.  There are other options available and if I were you I would explore them.  Do your research!"


"I started  Paxil after telling my doctor I had general anxiety and the medication worked after two weeks. At the time my anxiety wasn't high but it was a level 3 out of 10 so the medication helped out. I was able to be more social and worry less traveling around NYC, but I noticed that I started to gain weight which sucked. After 6 months I wanted to come off because I noticed i never really needed it and this was the hard part. Coming off it was horrible! It made me have higher anxiety without it, and it was anxiety I never experience before. I've been off for 4 months and I still haven't felt the same since before taking Paxil. I'd really recommend taking any medication like Paxil if you really need for panic attacks or high anxiety."


"I am on my third injection of Bydureon. The needle is huge and the med burns going in, and bleeds after. No problems with injection site till this week I noticed a small pea-sized bump at the first injection site on my stomach. The first two weeks my morning sugars went up significantly to 190-200. Other side effects are diarrhea (which has resolved this week), bloating and a very uncomfortable full feeling, and some random stomach pain. This week numbers starting to come down to 145-155, but still higher than when on my previous med, Victoza, which made me very nauseous. Not losing weight. In fact, am up 2 lbs. Hope this turns around in the next couple of weeks."


"I used to suffer from frequent migraine headaches associated with a spike in monthly estrogen levels, Implanon helped me to have fewer headaches. The doctor who performed the implant didn't really numb up the area enough because there was pain associated with the little tube going in. It didn't last that long though, but left a pretty nasty dark red bruise for about a week and was tender for about a month. Internally I feel great. There are no mood swings and menstrual cramps last about a day. My sex drive is normal. The only thing that I don't like is that I almost always have the dark "end of your period" discharge. For three weeks out of the month I have this brown sludge, but it's worth it because I won't get pregnant for three years!"


"My dermatologist prescribed this to me for cystic acne. While it did clear up the acne I had horrible side effects. My hair was falling out more than usual, my gums were always swollen and puffy, and the worst of it was getting cdiff. Of course cdiff is a rare side effect and I ended up getting it, but I will never take this medication again."


"I'm so thankful for Epiduo! It works wonders! Yes, there is the downfall of dry flaky skin but that can be cured with Cetaphil oil control moisturizer. Other than that my face feels and looks amazing!"


"30 minutes after taking experienced increased heart rate, tingling all over body, cold extremities tingling of tongue. Thankfully symptoms settled after 2 hours"


"I was on the mini pill for about a year and really didn't mind it at all. However I was weaning my baby and had some breaking out so wanting to try the regular pill instead as recommended by my doctor. One month in and so far it is TERRIBLE. I get terrible cramps now, nausea all day, headaches and my emotions are out of wack! I already have slight depression and anxiety, this pill made it SO much worse. My acne is the worst it's been since I first had my daughter especially around my jawline. I am going to give it two more packs and then switch to something else."


"I have been taking Cymbalta for almost 2 years and I have never felt better. I don't remember having any side effects, what I did notice was that I wasn't crying anymore or screaming at my children for no reason. I am very impressed with this medication."


"I took this as directed for about 3 mos., and it was ineffective. I was still constipated. I stopped using it.  Then I used it every 3 days when I needed to go, and it helped. Now I am taking it as directed and it seems to be working this time. So, inconsistent results. Stool is still hard and somewhat difficult to pass. Slight uncomfortable feeling when I am nearing having a bowel motion.  Some nausea."


"I've been using Crestor for the last 2 months and results are unbelievably great for me. My total cholesterol dropped almost 49%."


"Had to stop taking due to blurred vision; and large lumps on injection site"