"Chantix was a "miracle drug" for me. I smoked 1 pack a day for 15 years. With Chantix I was able to quit after many  previous attempts. There were some side effects but nothing that was too bad, you do get nauseous if you don't take it with food but it passes in about a half hour and I did have some trouble sleeping while taking it. I would absolutely recommend it to everyone that wants to quit. Don't let the bad things you hear about it discourage you from taking it. Trust me I have watched too many loved ones suffer through the side effects of chemo, radiation, and knowing you have caused yourself to get terminal cancer. You will have bad dreams for sure when you think about having to tell your children that you are going to die. Try it."


"Last month I was given this med by the orthopedic for a "pinched nerve" from my neck to shoulder down arm which was very painful.  I took a double dose pak, 42 pills total.  I had never took steroids before.  Day 2, I immediately felt better.  Great!  By day 12, the last day of this regimen, I was sooo tired, bloated from lots of gas, but pain was 90 percent better.  The days following, I got so weak and just wanted to sleep all the time.  Good thing I am retired.  It's been 3 weeks since I stopped.  The pain is back full force, my legs are swollen from water retention, and I'm full of gas.  Pills were good for a short time, but now I am back to square one.  Had 2 MRI's yesterday, and will see the doctor in 4 days.  Won't take these again."


"I have had several bv experiences and have taken this medication each time, it does get rid of the symptoms and I usually never had any side effects until my recent experience of bv, the symptoms are so horrible I have really dark urine, pelvic pain, dizziness, when I lay down the room spins and I feel just completely awful. But it does help get rid of it"


"Has been highly recommended as a true life saver, reading through these posts have confirmed this. I have been on 10mg for two weeks, and just upped to 20mg today, which is a more therapeutic dosage. People are quick to judge the medicine due to its side effects, which will completely subside after a few weeks. I had no side effects, and so far so good really, still a lot to go but my anxiety was crippling, and the depersonalization I had was so intense I didn't know who I was or what planet I was on for months. Wish there wasn't such a taboo with these types of medicines, and wish I had started earlier, basically I'll do whatever it takes to get my life back."


"I have tried them ALL; and nothing works as well as this does. I have to crush my medicines due to "Idiopathic Malabsorption Syndrome" (I don't absorb pills unless crushed or they come out undigested/fragments/even whole and "gee we don't know why)...I've suffered through countless (10 ) orthopedic surgeries, two spinal curvatures, compression fractures, dessication of the lumbar spine, lumbar disc disease, MCTD, and Lupus so far but I have the WORST leg spasms at night, and back spasms. Robaxin worked if I crushed it; but was HORRID to choke down; nauseous after, sometimes would vomit; this goes down easier, and t WORKS. Now...who's gonna prescribe it? Addiction. PLEASE."


Chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine

"Dr gave me this with Tamiflu.  Zutripro was amazing!  My cough subsided and my congestion was gone in no time!  I definitely recommend."


"I was having some marital problems, and was unable to eat, sleep or function.  I went to the doctor after a few days and she prescribed Celexa.  I've been taking it for 23 days.  I suffered from debilitating fatigue and sweats on days 3,4 and 5.  On day six I was able to get up on time and be functional.  I had a headache for the first 10 days, but now it is not noticeable.  I am able to drink coffee and not feel jittery.  I still have a low appetite and am losing weight, and my feelings of sexual arousal are numbed.  I feel that the edge has been taken off and that I am very level.  I feel more patient and objective.  I have terrible premenstrual Dysphoria and this past cycle, all my worst symptoms did not appear."


"I wanted to share my experience with Prozac for those that are perhaps just starting out, letting them know, that it does in fact, get much better. I have had pretty bad anxiety since childhood and also the symptoms of PMDD for a few years now also.  To the point that I would schedule events around when I was going to have PMS, because it made me so unable to deal with anything at all.  I was snapping at people, got easily frustrated with my children, and would feel very down on myself in general.

Since going on Prozac approximately 7 weeks ago, I went through a very anxious phase, but the last two weeks have been amazing. I have never felt this happy or calm. I am on 30mg, with no plans to stop."


"Read this before you put this thing!!!

I have been bleeding heavy since I got this implant, it has been 8 months now. I hate that, I can't go to a swimming pool, I can't have comfortable sexual relations with my boyfriend, it's hell. Plus headaches, crying for no reason and gaining weight!! The doctor said just the opposite, I wouldn't have my period anymore after 3 months, beautiful skin and bla bla bla. I was stopped at international airports because machines accused I had something in my arm. Always embarrassing to explain it's just a birth control. Worst experience ever! So many options of birth control, why did I put this? WHY???????"


"Had first bypass op in 1982, second a triple in 1992.  I have been taking 50 mg tablet per day (for 25 years now age 84. I take half the tablet in morning and half at night ( my own method ) have found this best for me. Have a little Fibrillation from time to time, in the form of hard heavy beat lasting about half hour. My blood pressure is good tending a little to the low side, pulse normally around 55-60. Have not had side affects that I am aware of ?"


"This drug has changed my life. I have always had an anxiety problem since I was a child. Didn't have a good childhood, got picked on because I was fat, etc. My parents always faught and everything would just worry me. Some nights I couldn't sleep. I've been suffering from anxiety and panic attacks for so long. I feel like people are talking bad about me. I used to get paranoid and get really anxious in public and had social pobia. I can cope with everything now."


"I had tried numerous blood pressure medications. Almost all affected my sexual performance negatively, and I also experienced headaches in the morning ALL EXCEPT THIS MEDICATION! This was without a doubt the best I had used to date. Please comment if you have tried, I would like to hear from others who have. "


"20 years ago I was experiencing 33 hot flushes (I'm British!) in 24 hours, this had gone on for about five years.  Nothing worked for me.  I read an article on trials that had taken place in the US, took it to my doctor and we started me on Gabapentin.  Well, it was a godsend.  I'm not at the top of the dosage level and so I have some minor 'warm' periods but nothing I can't cope with.  After that my doctor put all her ladies on it who were having a bad time.  I'd recommend it to anyone.

No cost to me because we have the National Health Service in this coutnry."


"I took Abilify with Celexa for one night. It seemed to work pretty well as soon as I took it. However, only three hours later, I was sitting on the couch when suddenly my arm lifted up and flung itself over the arm rest. I didn't even feel a muscle twitch. I wouldn't have even known had I not seen it move and felt it flop against the rest. It was bizarre. Two other incidents happened that same night, so I called my doctor in a panic who told me not to take the next dose. They took me off it immediately.

It allowed me to feel more relaxed. However, the side effect was so bad I couldn't even attempt to do a month of treatment without possibly injuring myself."


"Awesome - don't use it too often. One tube lasts a while. "


"One of the worst birth control on the market. Stay away from it. I have gain about 15 pounds on the BC. Terrible side effects. Nausea, vomiting, back ache, weight gain, bloated stomach,  pain in the incisions site, etc. Not good I will not recommended this to even my dog."


"I took 1 tab a day for 2 weeks. Blood pressure was somewhat low for me and I take blood pressure medicines.I did have very dry eyes, so my contacts were giving me problems. I stopped tabs and about third day my eyes are not near as dry. Other than drying of the eyes tablets seem to work for my allergy."


"I've been taking Ativan for over a year and a half. It's a wonderful quick cure for anxiety. I recently have been going through some rough times and my anxiety has been through the roof.  But thanks to my wonderful doctoring staff, I have been handling it very well. "


"I was given Flolan after a major heart attack and bypass surgery. In the ICU for a month my vitals were failing and lung function continued to decrease. As a last resort Flolan was given (on a ventilator this entire month). Within 24 hrs my blood oxygen was near normal and I was soon off the ventilator.  Without this medicine I would have surely died."


"I got my first implanon inserted in September 2010, my period didn't come for about two years and then I notice when I would get stressed it would start. After this any change in my hormonal system and I took my period. I got it removed and another one inserted in August 2013, this time I noticed my periods got more regular and lasted longer. In July 2014 I had my period for 4.5 weeks. This was a really awful. My bar never moved from where it was inserted I knew it was there and couldn't really hold anything under that arm. The first 3 years I went up and down in weight like a yoyo. My body has changed as I've grown up but I have put on 2 stone/28pounds/13kg. Extremely hard to loose weight! Got it removed today! :)"


"Gave me flu like symptoms. Literally felt sick on it with muscle aches and fatigue along with burning eyes . Took around 3 quarters of 50mg pill.  I took it only twice and can't stand its effect . I'm going to go back ambien ."


"Been taking this more than half my life, I've tried literally everything for ADHD and Chronic SEVERE Major Depression Disorder, you name it, I've tried all the ADHD meds and antidepressants available in Northern America, none work except for Desoxyn. Once I started Desoxyn and settled on a dose that worked for me, I haven't had to increase my dosage in ALL of my years of taking it, furthermore, I have absolutely NO side effects. An absolutely huge contrast to lesser amphetamines like dextroamphetamine etc, all of which produced nothing but negative side effects, and constantly would require dose increases to make up for their inefficacy, which just increased my side effects. So when I was young I asked my psychiatrists to RX it to me. 10/10"


"I woke up in the morning with redness at the site and a very slight bump that I could tell would soon form into a blister. I immediately applied Abreva to the site as instructed, and continued re-applying every 40 minutes or so within 3 hours the cold sore erupted into a full blown multi-blister sore. I quickly removed what ever was there and began to apply Zovirax. I have used it before but wanted to give Abreva a try. I WILL THROW AWAY WHATEVER I HAVE BOUGHT AND WILL NEVER USE ABREVA Again. It literally made it 100 times worse."


"I give it a 4 - mostly for the convenience.  I went off of the pill because if I missed just one, my period would start and last for a full month.  So the patch is easier for me to remember to change.  The downside for me is that since I've been on it (maybe half a year), several times I've had my period come every 2 weeks.  I'm also using birth control so that I'm only supposed to have my period once every 4 months.  So much for that.  I think soon I will be asking to switch back."


"I am 18 years old and haven't had this for more than a month but I WOULD NEVER RECOMMEND THIS TO ANYONE!!! It works in the sense that you wont get pregnant but the pain I have from this every day is NOT worth it, I'd much rather take the pill. The procedure was short but the pain from it was the worst thing I have ever gone through not to mention I was dizzy for the rest of the day after. I also suffer from severe cramps almost every day since then. Also it could make you completely lose your fertility and cause serious issues. If I could go back I would have never had it put in. I plan on having it removed very soon. Worst decision ever!!!"


"Honestly, I've tried MANY different birth controls that had bad side effects for me such as depression, suicidal thoughts, breakthrough bleeding, longer periods.. but this one has been the ONLY birth-control that I've had little to no symptoms with. The only difference is I really didn't experience breast tenderness with my other birth controls but with this one my breasts are tender & also I'm not quite sure when I'm suppose to start my period; I'm on my third inactive pill and haven't got it yet. With other birth controls I usually start within the first pill of the inactive or the last active pill. Birth control AFFECTS every woman different, its never the same for each person."


"Previously, I was on the Implanon the name it was called before they made some "improvements" to the Nexplanon. I was on the Implanon for 3 years and it worked out pretty well. Ever since May of 2015 I switched to the Nexplanon and it has been the worst birth control choice I've made. The new side affects I've had on the Nexplanon are the devil. I feel extremely exhausted and drained all day everyday. All I ever want to do is lay down and sleep. I've had mood swings like crazy. I always have a bad attitude. I haven't stopped spotting/bleeding since May. My sex drive is lower than ever. Needless to say I am getting this removed ASAP. I cant stand it anymore!"


"After suffering for 3 weeks after surgery (full hysterectomy) I started taking this medicine and because it is time release I finally was able to have a full night sleep with no discomfort! In my opinion time release medications work better for myself after a major surgery because other ones get out of your system too quick and therefore you are having to take more pills than prescribed."


"I was placed on a 30-day course of Rocephin via I.V. infusion (PICC line) by my infectious diseases doctor to handle a persistent, recurring and resistant strain of E coli that had caused a very serious intestinal infection.  The infection caused perforation and led to an emergency ileocecectomy, partial colectomy and resection of my sigmoid colon.

Taking the Rocephin was easy - it came in small pre-pressurized "bulbs" that I attached to the PICC line once a day and then carried around with me in a pocket for 30-40 minutes while it administered the proper dosage.

Rocephin worked wonderfully for me, with zero side effects. My white blood cell count fell back to normal levels within a week of starting the treatment, and I have been infection-free now for more than 90 days."


"It does the job but nasty, just nasty side effects. Made me soo sick to my stomach even when taken with food."


"Could not stay on Norco long term. Tried the IR, Tramadol but it did nothing. The Tramadol ER was very very different and works wonderfully. I rarely experience head pain over a 3-4 pain scale. I take this daily, every morning 100mg."


"I've been taking this brand for about four months now and haven't had any problems. Not sure why other women are experiencing such negative results from this brand. I got this for free at planned parenthood and she said it was one of the most popular brands. I haven't gain any weight, have't had any mood swings, and my sex drive hasn't been diminished. Oh and most importantly I haven't gotten pregnant. So far, so good!"


"I have severe CIDP. This helps take the edge off. Able to function while taking."


"Awful awful awful!!! Lost more than half of my hair!! Severe acne! weight gain! dizziness! extreme mood swings! No sexual interest! No periods atall ever since I got it implanted. I got it removed it was implanted for 9 months in me..glad I got it removed!"


"I'm 41. My latest check up showed that I'm severely anemic. My GYN prescribed Junel Fe. As soon as I started taking it, I started to have heavy bleeding, humongous blood clots, horrible cramps, and migraine for 15 days now. I called my GYN's emergency line by the 11th day, & she advised me to stop taking the pill immediately. Guess what, the heavy bleeding continues, abdominal cramps are non-stop despite taking pain medication & has gotten me doubled over and in tears for days on end. Now my GYN wants to discuss surgery to fix my bleeding & my anemia. I'm still bleeding as I'm typing this. It's the 15th day, & 4 days since I stopped taking the pill."


"I like the medication, it does what it is supposed to do and is quick.  However, it does not last 24 hours.  I can only get 10 - 12 hours maximum.  three others in my household are using it and they get the same results.  So in the evening when the allergies come back full blown you have already taken the prescribed meds for 24 hours ... what do you do?"


"Had a sun burn and of course within a couple of hours started getting the tingle on my lower lip. I started getting mad at the fact that this was going to be a one to two week nightmare again. A friend heard me talking about it and produced the amazing purple pill, I took two immediately and within a few hours the tingling was gone. Took one more before I went to bed and in the morning there was no sign of my little nightmare. I've been fighting this little creature for over 25 years and finally feel a little comfort in dealing with my problem. "


"I've been using gabapentin for anxiety along with lamictal for bipolar type 2. Before the gabapentin I was on vistaril. I didn't like the way vistaril made me feel during my attacks and gabapentin has made it so much easier to manage throughout the day and even the attacks aren't as bad. I also have PTSD and it's made it a lot easier to function. I take one 100mg capsule three times a day."


"Other than the fact that I'm not pregnant, this medication was awful. One day after I started it, I developed small EXTREMELY itchy bumps all over my chest. Day two, those bumps turned in to hives and spread to my legs. The 3 bar rating is because I am not pregnant, but the side effects have been so awful, sleep is bad, clothes are unbearable and its been a truly awful medication."


"Hi I've been on ramapril for a year now had a headache for 2 weeks went to see nurse said I had high bp was put on 2.5mg all was good for 3 months when dreaded headache returned for 2 weeks was put up to 5mg and just before Xmas again headaches returned I'm now on 10mg and my bp the other day was still 167/102 which for 30 years old is high I'm being monitored but I am on a course of steroids for eczama so could be that why hasn't lowered but the ramapril is great had no side effects at all"


"I have been so blessed to start using Levaquin.  I have been sick for 1 months so far.  I thought it was a cold, but I couldn't recover. After 2 weeks I took a Z-Pak for 5 days, and my symptoms got better, and then it came back.  So, after 4 weeks of sickness, I started the Levaquin and after the first dose my ear infection that I also had at the same time was healing quickly. The second dose had me feeling so much better, that I believe this sinus infection will be gone soon. Yeah!"


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"My son had a tumor removed from the pituitary gland, yes the gland was removed too. My son was 10 years old the size of a 6 year old. Yes we like to preserve our children and I sort of got to do that. He still sat on my lap and I could still carry him to his bed at 10 years old, because he was so small due to the tumor. He has been taking the Nutropin for 6 1/2 years and he is now 5' 9". He will be 17 this summer. My son has been through a lot and never let that stop him. He will graduate from High School next year and is one of the smartest people I know and he plans on going to college. He is a remarkable young man."


"I had alopecia for 5 months before I received any treatment . When I went to the doctor he prescribed a topical solution which didn't help much . He gave me my first shot on my bold spot and three weeks later my hair was fully grown . It totally worked for me :))"


"I was diagnosed with the Flu, I was prescribed Tamiflu, the doses on the first day were ok, the first dose on the second day caused me to wish I never took it, it started with a headache, then diarrhea, then  nausea, then vomiting, then bloody diarrhea, it started at 9:25 am, it's now 5:50 pm and no relief in sight! Whomever invented this "Drug" should be made to take it, I feel worse now than when I started having the flu!"


"I hated this bcp. I gained 15 pounds in two weeks, and I was depressed and crying all the time. It also gave me chin acne, which I never have."


"I have experienced anxiety and mild depression for several years. I finally decided to get help. Cymbalta has really helped. I noticed a change in the first couple days. My anxiety has all but disappeared. Experienced dry mouth and interrupted sleep the first several days. I have experienced tiredness but that has lessened over this month and I hope will go away all together."


"Took this when my tolterodine (Detrol) didn't seem to work very well. Did not work at all. Went back to toterodine, researching something better."


"This helps but after you take it and poop, etc.  You may loose control of your bowels if you laugh or anything like that it will make you poop without wanting to."


"I'm only on my 7th day taking Zoloft(25mg) and I do feel less anxious at times but the first day I took it I ended up having a panic attack that led to an ER trip because I thought it was a heart attack. 2nd day I had a icy/hot feeling and still do, 3rd day had bouts of diarrhea. Anyways don't let these put you off as medicine works different for everyone. My grandma takes it for depression and had no side effects, NOT FAIR! But to me it seems like I'm getting all the side effects haha. Zaps here lately really annoying almost leads to a panic attack but I let myself know its just the Zoloft/Anxiety. Also seems to be moving my legs more while sitting and grinding my teeth which I never done before."


"I have been very sick for two months with Bronchitis,sinus infection and ear infection .My doctor finally prescribed Levaquin 500 mg once a day for two weeks.But he also prescribed Ciproflozacin for my very painful ear infection.I just discovered these drops are meant for your eyes.I used them last night and woke up to a crystal crust in and around my ear.I'm calling him this morning to find out what's going on.But for the first time in two months my ear doesn't hurt and I don't feel any side effects.
On the other hand,the Levaquin is like a miracle drug.I took my first dose last night and finally slept throughout the night.I woke up feeling amazing.I live with chronic nerve pain and this morning,there was no pain of any type.My only side effect that I've noticed,is dry mouth.
Just unreal."


"I was on this medication briefly for my arthritis pain. I would describe it as "many side effects, no good effects." It had the side effects generally associated with narcotics (sleepiness, dizziness, nausea), but it didn't help my pain at all."


"I take 5mg  for high blood pressure. Right when I did start taking it got massive migraines all the time 5mg worth the second I stopped taking it migraines gone"


"Taking 20mg of Ritalin three times per day for my ADHD symptoms was less effective than taking regular caffeine."


"I got my mirena placed today and while time will tell what happens my insertion experience was nothing like the majority of reviews I've read. I am 31 years old and have 2 daughters, youngest being 19mo. I had absolutely no problem with insertion.  I share bc i saw so many posts about pain and cramps, and while everyone is different, it's not that scary.  I will follow up, but i will say  this was nothing more than a pap to me.  Mom's, i feel great, happy and I'm not gushing like I've heard happens.  It's been most of the day  and I'm barely spotting.  Much luck, be safe, but don't be turned off by everything you read ☺"


"I've suffered from debilitating headaches always beginning in my lower neck from tension. Often these headaches about twice a month would morph into full blown migraines lasting 1 to 2 days. 5mg of Valium relaxes my neck muscles with an aspirin and I'm good to go and have my life back.

The migraine meds caused terrible side effects."


"BLACK stool, orange residue in mouth (even after brushing), gave me funky breathe after chewing.

I found chewing gum would aleviate the residue and breathe."


"I had been taking Ortho Cyclen for two years when my doctor accidentally gave me Ortho Tri-Cyclen lo instead of my normal pill and I decided to give it a try. It was a terrible idea! The first month I was nauseous and dizzy, my thoughts started feeling fuzzy and I could feel myself turning into an angry person. After three months I was still constantly angry and couldn't think clearly. Not to mention the weight gain! I look five months pregnant! So today I got my prescription of Ortho Cyclen and I can't wait to start taking it again. I've tried many types of birth control and if you're a woman who has troubles with hormonal birth control affecting your mood and brain chemistry, I would definitely go with Ortho Cyclen! Love it!"


"I was prescribed SMZ-TMP DS 800-160MG TAB for a spider bite. The first time I took the medicine I made the mistake of taking it on an empty stomach and became very I'll. I had a headache and severe nausea which lasted all day. The next day I made sure I had a very full stomach. Within 5 minutes of taking the medication I started coughing and having trouble breathing. I then developed an itch all over my entire body.. It seemed that every inch of my skin was irritated from the inside out. I took a shower and used Dr. Bonner's Tea Tree soap and then applied grape seed oil on my skin. I felt a little better but the itching sensation remained and I had to take Benadryl  for relief."


"Initially medication was very helpful, but the longer I'm on it the less it helps. Now experiencing more day time sleepiness and I'm not able to stay asleep at night. Some nights it seems to help a lot, and then other nights nothing it doesn't seem to help at all. Getting harder and harder to rest and feel rested. Going to my doctor within the next 2 weeks to discuss different medication. RLS is very frustrating."


"So I got my Implanon inserted about a month ago. When I went to get it I was expecting the worst. I imagined getting every side effect imaginable, but it's been four weeks and nothing! I was due for my period, but that has yet to start. My sex drive has gone wild and now my boyfriend can't even keep up. I have no pains or bleeding or headaches. No acne and not even a scar from it. I actually enjoy poking it in my arm when I'm thinking. My moods have actually stabilized and I no longer get random menstrual cramps throughout the month. Personally, I LOVE IT. Even though I'm only a month in I already plan on getting another 3 years from now."


"I've been on the patch for 13 years. It's been amazing. No real side effects except for slight mood change before my period is due. My periods are shorter, lighter and I always know when it's coming. No weight gain. My skin is flawless. It's rare I get a pimple and if I do it clears up quickly with no marks. I love this form of birth control and would highly recommend it."


"Been on Venlifaxine 75 mg a day for a month.
It's the first time I've felt normal in 30 years.  I tried everything else and it helped but this is perfect.  No side effects."


"Macrobid immediately helps get rid of my UTIs and I am prone to very bad ones because of some preexisting conditions. Once on a trip I happened to luckily have a spare one floating around in my toiletries that I took when I realized that I had developed a UTI and, in spite of not having a full regime, it still got rid of it. HOWEVER, I do have an EXTREME reaction to Macrobid. It gives me the most EXCRUCIATING body pains a couple hours after taking it. The best way that I can describe it is like acid in my veins or my nerves spasming nonstop. I vomit, cry, and can't even stand, bend, or roll over in bed without exacerbating the pain, making me nonfunctional. After about 2 hours it goes away but it is awful until then."


"I am 20 years old, and I was prescribed minastrin after being diagnosed with PCOS. I can say I am definitely very happy with it! It made my periods very light and over time they eventually stopped (sometimes they occur for about 5 hours on the last day of the placebo pill). I have been on this pill for about 2 years now, and have not experienced any acne, weight gain, or nausea like other people have. Sometimes I get very moody before my period, but it is not extreme. The only thing I noticed for a period of time was constant yeast infections, which was pretty miserable. But after getting through that I am perfectly fine on this pill (and haven't gotten pregnant, so that's a plus too)"


"I recently had a heart attack on top of my cancer and at the hospital they gave me this medicine to help control my pain. Before I had used it I was using oxycodone, but that had never truly worked to control my pain. Dilaudid, while also not fully relieving the pain, did a much greater job. Unfortunately they would not allow me to take it at home, so now I am suffering because I know what it feels like to have my pain managed and the oxycodone just isn't enough."


"I'm 20 years old and have both fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis. I also use amitriptyline to treat my depression and my sleep. Before my rheumatologist prescribed this, I went through numerous other things which all caused me to get horrible headaches, stomach problems, and did nothing for my depression.

I sleep well pretty much every night and I dont wake up feeling groggy, I dont have as many 'bad body days' anymore, and I feel way better emotionally."


"I had an attack of gout yesterday. Had to crawl to the toilet. Got a relative to buy me some naprogesic as it is called here and 8 hours later am almost pain free.
It leaves everything else for dead."


"I have been on this medicine for three months. At the two-month point I was almost completely cleared. I am now back to being covered at 85% of my body."


"On average one out of every pen will not inject into my body. They only give you one extra needle and I am constantly using it with the first injection, which leaves me with no extra needles for the other three weeks.  I have gone three weeks without being able to administer the medicine because the plunger will not work. Either the needles get clogged or the plunger does not work. I am very frustrated on this medicine."


"I tried to take beyaz again which was the only birthcontrol I liked ever. My insurance refuses to cover it, so I figured a yaz generic would be similiar enough. I FIRMLY BELIEVE WHATS IN THIS GENERIC IS NOT AT ALL THE SAME AS THE ORIGINAL. How could the same exact medicine affect me so negatively. I took this for two weeks and felt like I was physically having a panic attack all the time. I got this to help me during my hardest time of period. (right before I get it) and spent these past two weeks losing my mind. I do not even believe the positive reviews on this site are legitimate. I was tired, hungry, nauseous and  unable to do my daily tasks. No sex drive. I tried taking it at night to combat these negative things. No escape. Don't take it"


"I have had major nasal congestion for over the past three weeks and finally after not being able to take it anymore I find a local store to find some medicine. I spoke to the pharmacist who informed me about Mucinex D. I have been taking the two pills like clockwork over the last 3 days with no relief. I have not experienced an increase in heart rate, nor have I experienced insomnia, but my nasal congestion is STILL here. Will have to schedule a doctor's visit for something that actually will work for me."


"Having severe menstrual pain since age 16 (before hysterectomy), Costochondritis (inflammation of the ribs-for 20 years), osteo-\arthritis (cervical spine-most of my adult life), pre & post-surgical rotator cuff & biceps tear and fibromyalgia (18  years). Celebrex was prescribed by my Rheumatologist as soon as it came on the market. Having tried many prescription and OTC anti-inflammatory medicines, since age 16. The side effects of the digestive upsets increased through the years. Regardless, my specialist explained that I would experience the same level of relief as the previous medications except that it was less likely to cause the side effects. My digestive issues resolved and pain relief lasts longer with 1 capsule. "


"I have been taking this drug for 3 months now. Here is a list of my reactions: Night sweats
 wake up different times throughout the morning.
 My stomach always feel bloated.
 I wake up with horrible smelly belches in the morning.
Always have stinky breath. I brush my teeth 3 times a day, drink lemon water which does help.
I feel very dry constantly. One thing that has truly helped me is drinking plenty of cold water.
Fatigue
Tension in my extremities
The meds promote weight loss and controls my sugar"


"I  switched from Liada because insurance. With Liada I did not flareup for 10 years two months on this medicine I flared up I do not recommend this medicine to anybody  it is a zero"


"I've been taking Restoril a little over a year now. At first they work wonders but when your body gets used to it it does not work anymore. Next time I see my Dr I'm going to ask for something else."


"I had the IUD put in last week. Based on what my doctor said and what I read online, I expected it to be a quick and easy 5 minute procedure, so I booked the appointment in the middle of my work day. To my surprise, the pain was so unbearable and I wasn't able to return to work after having the IUD put in. (I have high-tolerance with pain). During the procedure I was crying hysterically in pain. After the procedure, I couldn't get up off the table. I couldn't walk. When the doctor handed me Advil, I looked at the expiration date and my mind was so taken over by the pain and out of place, I couldn't  remember what year it was!! The cramps felt like hell on earth. Definitely the worst pain of my life. (Note: I have not yet given birth.)"


"I started taking the bc 2 weeks ago and I was very scared to start the pill. I started taking it because I was having the most irregular and painful periods ever but this pill in no way has helped. My breast are so sore I have to take medication, my face is breaking out so badly one of my relatives said the pill was "destroying my complection" and worse of all I'm experiencing cramps that are worse than I had before. Horrible headaches are keeping me from going to gymnastics practices and it's cause my anxiety to get worse (I already had pretty bad anxiety). So, acne, headaches, cramps, painful breast....wasn't this supposed to help me."


"Belviq has been a blessing. First day was a little rough with dry mouth. After that it has helped my weight loss. No speedy feeling. I have lost 18 to date in just 7 weeks. I have total of 80 to lose. Belviq is a life saver. No cravings but a feeling full. Yes I would recommend it to anyone struggling with weight. Sure I am watching my intake can't expect it to do miracles you have to change too."


"After reading reviews about it I was very skeptical. I noticed the YI about a few days ago. I decided to go with the ONE day because I felt like it'll be a faster process. I inserted the ovule and it felt weird. It was slightly uncomfortable and I had to lay down because I felt like it was coming out. (It wasn't by the way, it just felt that way.) So I went to bed and was scared I was going to wake up screaming. But nope, I woke up no pain no nothing. I feel a lot better down there. Thank you Monistat 1."


"I've been on Rocalcitrol for about 3 years for secondary hypoparathyroidism. After initial tetany, I take 0.24 mcg every other day and about 2000 mg calcium daily. Just found out that I'm not to take calcitrol with magnesium. I take multivitamins around lunch time (calcitriol in the morning).  I'm also taking levothyroxine daily, first thing in the morning.  My serum calcium is low (7.8-8.3), Vit D is normal. I do, have bony pains and aches, remain very active."


"Experienced severe headaches, vaginal discharge, nausea and a metallic taste. I only took it for 2 days."


"I've been on many medicines since I found out I had endometriosis back in 2010. I've went through six surgeries and nearly every medication out there, including IDUS, Nuva Rings, Implanon, birth control pills, shots, etc. I've been on Aviane now for seven weeks; I have bleed my first three weeks into it, had two weeks of spotting, and now back to bleeding again. I have much faith that the doctor insures me that this medicine takes time to kick in. Over the last three weeks I have gotten headaches, sick to my stomach, bleeding, odd rashes on legs/leg pain. These are very minor side effects compared to some other things I've tried. Holding out hope that this works. My opinion is everyone should give it a try. Side effects are minor compared to most."


"I was switched from Vagifem to Yuvafem by OptumRx and my vaginal atrophy worsened. I had heavy discharge and everything felt really uncomfortable down there, like I was having some sort of allergic reaction. I stopped using it and my symptoms got a little better. So I talked to my doctor and asked her to specify no generic substitution on my prescription. The copay for Vagifem is higher, but it is really worth it to me. Vaginal atrophy is terrible and Vagifem is the one medication that has really helped me."


"Made me incredibly dry and sore. Also, I head breakthrough bleeding, which lasted a week."


"This medication was a life changer for me. After struggling with debilitating depression and anxiety and trying several SSRIs my pdoc did a gene test which uncovered that my body doesn't tolerate SSRIs, So he put me on trintellix which is an atypical antidepressant. I finally started feeling the light at the end of the tunnel. I started with 10 mg upped to 20mg . I am so grateful for my doctor for thinking outside the box and get me on the road to recovery. The first few weeks I did experience severe GERD and even took a PPI for it. But after a few weeks it thankfully subsided. I started to see improvement after 8 weeks."


"Cleared up but terrible taste in mouth...but better than alternative."


"I have always had amenorrhea (irregular periods) my whole life. Recently at 21, I discovered that I have PCOS (Polycystic ovarian syndrome) by testing that was done. I am starting to take Metformin to help it. I have to have Provera prescribed every 3 months, for prevention of endometrial cancer. I have depression and PMDD, which is a severe form of PMS, so the only downside is that it makes me extremely depressed for when I do have my period. But it always makes me have my period by the third, fourth, or recently fifth day. It does what it is supposed to do though, and that is good."


"My surgeon took charge of my Synthroid medicines - big mistake - it was not until I saw an endocrinologist that I found the correct dosage and felt better.  It took 18 months to find the correct dosage.  I now take 0.2mg Mon-Fri and add 0.05mg on the weekends.  This works for me.  I had many problems before I got the right dose, and my surgeon said they were not from the Synthroid - he was wrong.  I had extreme fatigue, sleeping 10 hours per night and 1 hour in the afternoons.  I had trouble remembering things, as well as the inability to concentrate.  I was off balance and frequently missed steps and curbs while walking.  As well as often feeling like I was going to black out or faint - never did.  With the correct dose everything is much better."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Don't sip it, don't taste it, just drink it fast, cold.
It works within 30 minutes"


"I've been taking opioids for back pain for almost a year so I've been dealing with constipation for about the same length of time. I took Movantik last night for the first time and within an hour I had racing heart, shortness of breath, throbbing headache. Now 20 hours later I'm so irritable I could spit and can hardly think straight. 24 hours of anxiety and cramps and nausea! I'm so grateful to see these reviews because I don't feel alone and crazy."


"Best birth control out there in my opinion. I have been having unprotected sex with my boyfriend for almost 2 years on this pill and it is very effective in keeping you from getting pregnant. Never had any negative side effects, didn't gain any weight. The only thing is my boobs grew from a C to a DD, but that's a good thing for me lol. Highly recommend this birth control!"


"I absolutely recommend Implanon. I am actually on my 4th year now (had my first one replaced in December) and have no complaints. I have had a regular period the last 3 1/2 years, the procedure (put in and removed) was a simple out-patient procedure with minimal pain, haven't gained any weight, long lasting protection, don't have to remember to take it, and the most important is that it is doing it's job!"


"This is my third month on NuvaRing and first time ever being in birth control and haven’t had any major side effects. The first month I felt slightly nauseous the second and third day of being on the ring. Other than that it’s been great! I take the ring out and two days later I have my period. No spotting or breast tenderness. So far I’ve had a great experience."


"This medication has evened me out so well so far. Been on it for about a month and what a different. I couldn't lose my temper if I wanted to, and my anxiety and irrational fears have subsided. Very calm since on this... so much that I'm back with my ex-boyfriend who can now trust me not to argue anymore!"


"I've had Nexplanon for 11 months. What has been most noticeable is that my period won't come for 4 months, and then it will last for 2 weeks, heavy at first then lingering forever. What wasn't as noticeable was my acne spreading all across my back and down my buttocks. Until one day you just realize- that wasn't there before Nexplanon. Also, not as noticeable at first- I've gained weight steadily. I now weigh 18 pounds more than I did when I first got it and can only fit in one pair of jeans. Because of the acne and the weight gain, I'm having it removed in a few weeks."


"My husband suffers from neuropathy and his Dr put him on Lyrica 75mg twice a day. The side effects were horrible, he had to stop taking it immediately. He was dizzy, had headaches, off balance, couldn't judge distance, and it looked to him like the walls and floors were moving."


"1. Prescribed Ritalin 7 years ago.
2. Therefore speaking from experience.
3. Please be careful (specially mothers of little children)
4. This substance can be abused.
5. It promotes false sense of euphoria.
6. Might be very tempting for curious or emotionally unstable people.
7. I do understand, if used properly, it does help to calm children's with ADD down but trust me its schedule 2 drug for a reason.
8. It's a very strong substance.
9. It affects consciousness and if abused can make you greedy, lusty and delusional.
10. To me during the times of my abuse, a few pills of Ritalin daily made me feel like I was on cocaine.
11. Even if your child doesn't abuse it, long term damage is done, quitting cold turkey might be a tragedy."


"I started Cymbalta in December 2009 and I thought it worked wonders. My stepmom passed away in Jan of 2010 and it helped me get through it like an adult.  I used to cry all the time over everything but that has stopped.  It allows me to FEEL but not to be manic about it. I have to say the best thing about it though is the loss of appetite.  I was a chronic over-eater and was starting to really chub out.  Within 6 months of using this medication I lost 25 lbs.
Unfortunately, for me, I got stubborn and tried to get off the medicine in January 2011.  I felt that I could just do okay without it. I was so wrong. Within 3 months I've been depressed, sad, manic, and gained back 10lbs! I started the medicine again yesterday. Wish me luck!"


"This birthcontrol is terrible! I am 28 years old was given this since I was diagnosed with PCOS. I took it for 3 weeks and stopped. The 2nd week I was bleeding, bad cramping, and clotting as well...I just assumed it was my body getting used to it after that I got bad bloating to the point that my bladder had pressure on it and I felt the full urgency feeling but did not have a UTI! I had horrible depression and anxiety as well ( i am not a anxious or depressed person) It drove me NUTS!!!!!!!  I stopped taking it and it took 4 days to get out my system and have me feel back to normal! I have some zits now from it as well but that's better than all that other crazy stuff..."


"I have no problems with my vision on Benicar 40MG.

I have notice that my bowel movements has signifantly inproved, maybe the blood vessels in that area is benefited. I have lots of energy and no side effects."


"I agree with Rebecca. So far no pregnancy, and I hope it continues but I have been on the pill for 10 months and my period is still messed up. I've been on it for over a week now. It'll come a week early then a couple days later. I was really moody, but it's gotten better. I was going to switch birth control methods but am very relieved that someone else is having the same problem."


"I am only on day two. I hesitated taking this drug because the last antidepressant I took (Cymbalta). was horrible. It took me a year to get rid of the withdrawal symptoms. To this day I will still have random "brain zaps". So back to the Brintellix, I was in the deepest and darkest depression of my life ever. I knew I had to do something so yesterday I took my first pill. Later that evening I was feeling much more calm and better. Today my deep depression is gone. I still have room for improvement. I would have never thought in a million years it would start to work that fast. I was very nauseous yesterday after I took it but I was nauseous before I took it.  I just took pill #2. So far I am very impressed. I will report back in the future"


"I was on Levlen for around 8 months. I started it a month before my wedding day, and because I'm still quite young, I was really adamant about contraception. After researching about pills, i figured as long as i didnt get acne breakouts, gain weight or get hairy, it was perfect. Boy, was  I wrong! I was completely depressed, anxious and stressed the entire time, my libido was almost non-existent and i started to get cyctic acne on my face... you can imagine how all of this would affect newlyweds!! It wasnt until i had a major breakdown a month ago that I knew i had to get off Levlen ASAP! I'm now on Femme Tab and its working fine, just waiting to see how my hormones will react!"


"I've been on Savella for a little over 2 months now after 3 years on Cymbalta for fibromyalgia.  My doctor kept me on my full dose of Cymbalta until I have finished the 2 week pack and another week on 50mg 2xs per day then she suggested I do 1 Cymbalta pill every other day for 10 days then stop.  I just stopped cold turkey to be done with it, no point in dragging out the side effects of coming off the Cymbalta any longer than necessary.  I love Savella, for the first time in my 31 years of life I feel normal. Suffered from hot flashes and some headaches and I'm having some trouble dealing with experiencing emotions again after being neutral for years but everything is working out great.  Savella honestly gave me my life back."


"Had depo for 2 years. Found it was great within those two years,  then decided to give body a break and got last injection in September 2015 and only start getting period back. But anyway the end of February I got thrush for 9 days. Then got my first period 9th March for 2 weeks and straight after that I got thrush AGAIN immediately after them finishing up until yesterday (30th April) and woke up with period yet again this morning. And god knows for how long"


"Would have been good for just depression, but I am suffering from anxiety too, and that seemed to get worse.  So overall, didn't help.  Might be good for just depression though."


"I am 19 years old. I was diagnosed with depression/OCD/GAD at 11 years. This medicine worked wonders for me. I took it for 3 years. I later began to think I'd be okay without it. Now that I am back on Effexor, it makes me really sick every time I take it. It made me put on a few pounds. I have taken almost every anti-depressant out there, and I have to say this is the best one. Stay on it, even when you feel better."


"Was on cipro for a week but no relief so my doctor switched me to this drug. Felt relief within 72 hours. I had extreme nausea and a headache the first day I took this drug but then I started to take it with meals and I haven't had those side effects."


"I've been on it for 6 months. My 2nd time and I've had real heroin clean time before without sub maintance. I still have cravings on subs and I hate being on them. I need meetings and a sponsor but feel like a fraud so I don't go and when I rarely do I share in a meeting and break down crying. I know the horrific withdrawals I had the last time I got off sub maintance and it led to relapse a week later so I'm so terrified. I feel stuck and trapped in a corner n have crazy thoughts like going and buying to bundle of heroin to get off the suboxon but then I'm afraid I probably won't stop the heroin n will have to go to detox n rehab and now I have a 10 month old daughter so that's not an option. I can't risk getting off of it n hate bein on it"


"I have been on Qsymia for 13 days and down 14 pounds. Great results!"


"I love this stuff. I get really bad anxiety when I'm around people and that anxiety turns into migraines when they're people I don't like. On those days I'm glad I have this stuff. I always keep a bottle near."


"I have been very sick with allergies. I have had breathing treatments and the like. Tried all the standard antihistamines and they did nothing. I have only been on Xyzal about a week and I am breathing again and feel like I am going to live. This has been great. And the sleep is not bad either."


"After spending more than a small fortune for years on products and medication prescribed by my dermatologist that did nothing, I demanded Accutane.  I told him I was no longer going to the dentist or the hair stylist, etc. because I was too embarrassed and wanted something that was going to work.  He said it had too many side effects, including depression, to which I replied, no, THIS (pointing to my face) causes depression.  FINALLY he agreed to give me the script.  I still can't believe how well it worked-the excess oil was gone and my face was so clear.  The only side effect was dry lips.  But, my acne returned same as before within a few months of being off of it. Wish I could get a life time script for it- It's the only thing that ever helped."


"Started taking the pills on Saturday on Tuesday I was down four lbs. My first three days I felt lightheaded and had headaches at night. I love this medicine I have no desire to eat. Now I can finally get rid of the carbs, and by my third month I hope I never go back to them."


"I learned quickly that what works for one may not work for another.  I was on Wellbutrin, which worked pretty well for me, except for the ringing in my ears.  My doctor then suggested Cymbalta and I felt worse almost immediately.  We stuck with it, and even increased the dosage, but I felt like I was slipping back into darkness.  I had neither energy nor interest in anything.  I then began Pristiq: four weeks at 50 mg and now 100 mg.  I'm feeling better than I have in many months.  I had a bit of nausea at the beginning and then some headaches when I first bumped up to 100 mg.  In conjunction with an effective therapist I was lucky to find, I'm finally feeling (cautiously) optimistic about this thing called life."


"Nexplanon was effective I am not pregnant. But the side effects are terrible. I am getting it removed in a couple days. I would have periods for at least a month or sometimes longer. I took nexplanon for a year and a half. I had some weight gain and no sex drive because I was constantly on my period. I just feel as if there are more negatives than positives with nexplanon. I wouldn't reccomend it. Nexplanon prevents pregnancy but makes the user miserable."


"I went on this when starting an alcohol cessation program and have been on it for a couple of years. I take 1600 mg a day. I sleep better and have less anxiety because of it, and it does not have any negative side effects for me.

My doctor has wanted to take me off it because she says it's not supposed to be prescribed for anxiety but I find that when I stop taking it or forget to take it, I have problems dealing with anxiety issues and generally find myself more relaxed and able to cope with the stresses of life."


"3 month into taking meds. No side effects. So far so good. I feel great. Had a time adjusting to taking med every single day. Haven't skipped any days. I take 2 hours before or after my set time. Found out I was positive feb. 11th. Started med June 1st.  Undetectable after 2 month. I'm thankful for complera. I was terrified about taking meds cause of side effects. But I've had none."


"2 days after I started taking Effexor, the major depression I was in went away.  It was like a miracle!"


"I had a complete hysterectomy but this gave me no relief of hot flashes at all.  I feel tired all the time and gained 10 lbs.  I have been using the Vivelle Dot .05 mg patches for months and thought I would be feeling better by now.  Going back to the Dr to get something else because these patches are useless."


"Sciatica: I've had injections, epidurals in my spine, inversion tables ,chiropractic adjustments and plenty of prednisone and nothing worked. Been on Mobic for 10 days and already the numbness and burning in my left leg is subsiding greatly. Also seems to help with arthritis in some joints. So far pretty impressed."


"I bought this pill after my boyfriend and I had sex. A few drinks in and we made the bad decision of allowing him to finish inside me. I took the pill with in 24-48 hours. The pill did not work and I ended up pregnant."


"I started taking Stribild in November so it has been almost 3 months.  The first two weeks I felt like I had a very mild hangover, a bit headachey and queasy.  But very mild.  It did not affect my work or anything else.  After the first two weeks those symptoms went away entirely and I haven't had any side effects whatsoever, despite traveling and having a very active life.  Before Stribild my CD4 was around 400 and my viral load set point was around 170,000. My last test my CD4 was 1201 and my viral load was under 200.  I have insurance and a card from Gilead that pays my deductible, so the cost is zero.  If you can I would not delay or put off going on medication."


"All 3 of family members got the Flu real bad 3 days after the Flumist."


"I was prescribe this medication for anxiety, and it worked. I had panic attacks on the nyc subway before taking the medication but when I was on it really helped me to gain a normal life. I was on it for about 8 months then my doctor decided to take me off it cause my life became organized. That was the worst experience ever, coming off paxil was the hardest thing ever, and I recommend when you come off it to taper down very slowly because it just was absolutely hell. This drug does help but it's addictive and hard to come off. Also I gained about 30 pounds on it. I'd recommend the medication if you are having panic attacks, but for general anxiety disorders I would ask to try something else before paxil."


"My dad was given Tarceva in 2008 after having radiation treatment and I guess he was part of a clinical trial. It shrank his lung cancer mass and his current x rays show that his lungs are clear (He's 93)."


"Took this for pain relief for a urinary tract infection - took about an hour and a half to kick in for my first pill but after that I took it every 4 1/2 hrs because I had bad pressure and burning that kept coming back. Usually I have no symptoms on this but more recently when I took it I have had nausea, blurred vision, really bad sweats. But nothing serious that would make me stop taking the pill."


"Warning, Caution! If you are doing Remicade treatments for Crohn's disease that involve IV Phenergan. The day after my 56th treatment I took my 2nd dose of Pristiq and within 30 minutes almost passed out, became very disoriented, drifted in and out of reality. I have done 56 of these treatments and yes the after effects of Phenergan and Remicade tend to make you tired for a couple of days but not disoriented. I have waited a couple of days to let the premeds from the treatment get out of my system more and will try Pristiq again BRAVELY! I can note that the first dose I took the day before my treatment had no effects like this so it must have had an interaction with something (either the Remicade or Phenergan."


"Guaifenesin is great for my bronchitis. But, I have learned, that whether I take the liquid or tablet, I must eat 1st.  If I take this on an empty stomach, which is what I did about an hour ago, I have such a reaction it almost puts me on my knees. Luckily, within 15 mins of realizing what was going on, I was able to get something to eat. The 1st reaction was almost 20 years ago with the liquid, I ended up in the ER.  I didn't know what was wrong. Today I took a pill on an empty stomach & my stomach began to cramp severely within a short time.  This was a sinus/mucous relief tablet with guaifenesin. I'm okay now, but do not take guaifenesin on empty stomach! You don't want to try it first. I'll keep taking it, but eating first."


"I was prescribed Wellbutrin about 3 weeks ago. The first week I had no side effects but I also had no improvement in my depression. By the second week I was so dizzy and nauseous I couldn't sit up or stand AT ALL. I've taken Wellbutrin in the past with no negative side effects and since it took a week to start feeling like this I didn't think it was the Wellbutrin. I decided that I was just sick and continued to take it. After a Dr. visit to my primary care who found nothing wrong and my psychiatry appointment being a week away I decided I had no choice but to stop taking the medication. I saw improvement within 2 days and completely normal within 3. It was a nightmare that I never want to go through again. I was completely shut down."


"Complete elimination of symptoms which were severe.  I preferred not taking a benzodiazepines and tried numerous other medications that were either ineffective or effective for a brief period of time.  I am back on the Klonopin (1 mg at supper time) and am symptom free.  "


"After having sex and realizing that the condom had broken, I rushed to the drug store and bought Plan B. It was the last day of when my ovulation is the highest so I was panicking. My period was not supposed to come for two weeks, but I got my period today. The only side effects that I had was a decrease in sex drive, lack of appetite, and I was super moody. Thank God for plan B!! It def works."


"150 Mg controls my anxiety but leave me very tired. Within 2 hours of taking it at night I feel drugged and have to go to bed. I sleep all night without waking but sleep at least 10 hours a night. I'm looking for an alternative without the side effect."


"My father was diagnosed with stage four colo-rectal cancer one year ago. I'm thankful for Xeloda it has worked in shrinking the tumor on his colon, he has not lost hair, does not vomit or have constant diarrhea, is eating well and can still taste flavors of the food he eats, I thank the God for this.  But he does have other symptoms like pain and peeling on his hands and feet, blackness on his hands and bottom of his feet. I do notice he has chills, feels week and disoriented at times, body aches and his hearing is not as good as it was before."


"Was taking it for 6 months. Side affects were bad headaches every bone joint ached and stiff. Moody depressed and memory was bad. Will be going on tamoxifen hope it's not as bad."


"Horrible side effects!!! Weight gain, headaches, mood swings, fatigue.... felt like pregnancy without a baby :("


"I started this contraceptive March of 2013 and it does its job of not getting me pregnant...but OMG I don't know my body anymore I have all different types of aches and pains, hot flashes, extreme pregnancy symptoms, never know when my period is. Lol just a bad experience PERIOD...can't wait to get it out in a couple of months"


"I have been on Januvia for 3 weeks and my blood readings have been in the 170s or higher.  When I was on Actos my levels were 120 and below.  What am I doing wrong?  I have not lost any weight from my "Actos days" but I haven't gained any weight either. "


"I have been on Nuvigil for about year and although my body is used to it, it still works and is crucial for my quality of life. I have had numerous surgeries on my spine, plus a lot of my tendons have torn (both rotator cuffs) plus both my Achilles have tiny ruptures, leaving knots on the back of my heels. My body is falling apart, but at least the Nuvigil keeps me at a pace I can handle. Two weeks ago my insurance failed to pay and my doctor gave me sample of 150mg (I had been on 250mg before). Now I am out of it all and I have crashed. My nurse called and said that it had been approved for 6 more months, so I actually get to pick it up tomorrow. Maybe I will be able to get out of the bed now and get things done."


"Before they put me on Geodon I was taking Abilify and it was not helping me at all. Now that I am taking Geodon it has worked wonders for me."


"I have severe depression to the point I feel so angry I don't want to talk to anyone and I stay in my room. I started Pristiq 3 weeks ago and after 2 weeks I almost stopped taking this medication because my irritability got so bad for three days. Like I said I did not want to talk. Then it just kicked in and I actually took my kids to the park and we played it. Doesnt sound like a big deal but for me it was. I can't remember the last time I did this without forcing myself. My husband actually told me today that I'm acting like the wife he married. I just hope I stay this way. So sorry to ramble but I feel great. I can't remember the last time I felt this good and I'm not just going through the motions."


"I got the Implanon a month ago and have felt kind of weird. I've been on my period for two weeks pretty heavily. I know I need time to adjust to it but I don't like how crazy my mood swings have been! I do have a sense of relief knowing I won't get pregnant and maybe in the end this will all work out."


"Experienced a major, full-blown panic attack (due to stress and agoraphobia) while out with a friend. She offered Librium, two 5mg capsules. The hysteria subsided fairly quickly, but I could not stop crying, & could not breathe. Two more Librium stabilised me completely. When I told my doctor, she "told" me rather than asking me that I slept for the remainder of that day. Nooooo....I've been telling her for MONTHS that it takes high doses of 4 different meds for me to sleep. One of those is Klonopin. For 10 years I was prescribed 6mg at bedtime. New doc came in, cut me down to 4mg, upsetting my balance, making falling asleep a chore. I hope she will take into account the Librium'so positive effect."


"I had 4 grand mal seizures in a week and was prescribed the generic Keppra, Levetiracetam.  At first I had no appetite what so ever and lost about 20lbs after taking it for a month.  I also had extreme constipation that required another visit to the ER.  However, once being on the medication for a couple months, I started to get my appetite back, but I craved different foods, mostly healthy foods, instead of the food I use to eat.  I also take vitamin D, B and folic acid, which I think has significantly improved my mood.  I feel after some adjusting this medication improved my mood, stopped my seizures, lessened my anxiety and changed my eating habits.  I will say I have an aversion to meat.  I can hardly stand to look at red meat."


"My boyfriend is taking this for alcohol withdrawal. It works wonders for the withdrawal symptoms, but makes him a zombie.  He is confused, unsteady on his feet and dizzy.  He's been alcohol free for 3 days now and after tomorrow, I am going to take the pills away.  Just my opinion."


"Hi everyone. I'm 22 years old and I've been on Clonazepam 1mg, twice daily, for 3 years. I see so many negative comments about this drug, so I will tell you my story. Clonazepam is the reason I have a chance to live my life today. Panic attacks ruined my life for years, and eventually in the last 2 years of (2012-2014) I became housebound as they were so severe. I had to drop out of high school as a junior. Clonazepam gave me my life back. I am so thankful for this drug, it was miraculous. It is okay to be be on it daily, just be aware of dependency. EVERY psychiatric drug causes dependency. Clonazepam, and benzos in general are demonized. These are life saving drugs for anyone who has to live w/ panic. If you need to take this daily, do it"


"Insurance would no longer cover Oseni which was working great. Suggested this one. Stomach is a mess. Was up all night wanting to throw up and with severe chills. Did keep my blood sugar between 90-120 but I just want to die."


"I'm currently on Day 8 of the Rexulti trial pack (stepping up dosage) and so far so good...except that I feel that it's deadened sex drive.  However, that can be remedied I think.  The benefit is that my "painful emotions" accompanying serious depression have all but vanished.  And so far I have not experienced any akathisia, which is my most feared side effect from any of the atypical antipsychotics (such as Seroquel).  We'll see how it continues.  Yes, it is quite expensive, but I think MediCal will cover."


"Female, 5'7", start weight 191 lbs. Started shots at .6 dosage. The 1st 3 days was extreme nausea and I would throw up just smelling food. After that I could eat by bites only  (one here, one there). The cycle seems to repeat each week as I up the dosage (.6, 1.2 and now starting on 1.8).  I'm just starting on week 3 and am down 17 lbs.  I still can't decide if it's better to be fat and happy than skinny and sick all the time. *shrugs*"


"Finally I was diagnosed with ADD as an adult after struggling my whole life with ADD.  I was put on Adderall and my life changed 100% for the better.  I think this is a wonderful medication for those with ADD!"


"I've recently started taking prozac and have never been on an ssri before but have always thought I needed one for my constant worrying thoughts and random depression. I haven't been taking it for very long and already feel like a weight has been lifted. I feel happier and it's easier to get rid of my bad thoughts that previously consumed my life. I feel better than I've ever felt amd wish I would have tried it sooner!"


"I have had Mirena since March of 2009 (so a year and a month total). The insertion was a little painful even though I've had 2 children. The first few months after that I thought it was great. I was getting shorter lighter periods, cramping was normal. But, over a year I started to realize my major mood swings. I went from a sweet person to raging. I started to get severe pains in my right hip and side, severe bleeding where I doubled up on the sanitaries and still bled through, no sex drive and I have had a few instances where I have lost feeling in my legs. I will have it removed. Hopefully all of this will go away and I will be back to my peachy self."


"I take Methadone for chronic disc degenerative disease, and severe spinal stenosis.   This medication is the most effective for drug induced constipation."


"I put my self on Bactrim thanks to the internet, 3 or 4 years hematuria,dr, say mild infection ok keflix.,Cipro.macrodantin.rucefin,not sure of spelling none worked. Bactrim seems to have nailed but will wait and see, took for 12 days no side effect at all. old school is better,than the new all all purpose meds , here's hoping"


"Really bad after taste and didn't helped me at all. I'm seeing other options now to help my with the dry mouth."


"I started taking Celexa 14 years ago after the death of my father.  I had always had panic attacks, anxiety everyday, but never sought help.  After my father passed away, I could not cope with the anxiety, so off to the Dr. I went.  I did my research beforehand and asked the Dr. for Celexa.  I started out at 10mg and then went to 20mg and have been there ever since.  My life completely changed, I didn't realize what a hold the anxiety had on me.  I will never be without my Celexa and the Dr. said I could stay on it forever, it won't hurt me.  I wished I would have listened to my Dr. 30 years ago when he suggested an SSRI for the anxiety, it would have spared me so many years of being inside the walls of anxiety."


"I’ve been dealing with a lot lately that is out of my control and have admittedly been depressed most of my life (I am 29 years old). A breakup reeked havoc on my mental health and I consulted a psychiatrist. Was prescribed generic 37.5mg for 2 weeks then was instructed to double dose.
First pill took around 11am yesterday, by 2pm I was nauseous, dry heaving, had incredibly bad diarrhea, double vision, back pain, and was becoming very lethargic. My jaw was clenched most of the day and I was grinding my teeth all night. I didn’t sleep well, woke up pacicking and having racing thoughts.
Doctor said to quit taking it. One pill was enough. Never again."


"Did not work. Severe psychological and physical side effects requiring hospitalization."


"I want this review to influence anyone who's considering birth control to STEER CLEAR. I am very upset & frustrated, but I will try to refrain from using profanities, hopefully to make the point more effective.

I have suffered from heavy, painful periods ever since I started it when I was 13. I am now seventeen. I dealt with being 'sick' 3-5 days a month. After conducting some research, & asking around, many people advised birth control was the way to go. I finally gathered up the courage & collected my nerves & went to the doctor for a solution.

At sixteen, a magic pill that made everything about your period better seemed like a pretty sweet deal to me. I didn't even hesitate to grab the trial sample from my doctors hand. I was excited to be rid of what was a seemingly huge issue at the time.

The first month was absolute hell. I cried at the drop of a hat the entire month. I got extremely depressed & anxious. I bled basically the whole second & third month. I read that it was all normal. I was fed up, but there was still that small glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel promising painless, light, short periods. I stuck it out five whole months.

In this short time I have experienced a plethora of awful side effects. I have acne now, which rarely occurred in the past. This is not your run of the mill acne. They are all over my chin & forehead. They are rooted so deep you can't squeeze them hard enough to save your life. They take a month to go away/dry up just to reoccur in little time. I have lost a lot of my hair, I now have a bald spot, I guess it's more of a receding hairline. Please know that I am SEVENTEEN. I've dealt with excess anxiety, way beyond what is normal, crazy mood swings, constant bleeding, headaches that would last for a WEEK, & the list goes on. The biggest thing for me is that I am having short term memory issues. I am positive that this is another lovely side effect that can be attributed to this pill.

Had I known that these things could happen, I never would have started taking this medication.

This Dr. had failed to inform me of all of these things. I was naive & I was sixteen. All she told me was that my "breasts & stomach may hurt" while I am adjusting. That is bullshit. I do not trust "medical professionals" anymore.

Please do not take this medication or any other birth control medications. Do your own research & don't just take your doctor's word."


"Well I have been taking Oxycontin 40mg for 5 years now and it has  changed my life until a couple of weeks ago. Now they don't work nearly as good as they did. They put a time release all the way through the pill and it doesn't take the pain completely away now. I hope they change back because this has affected my life a lot!"


Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

"My problem was falling asleep while driving and falling asleep in class at nursing school. My doctor prescribed Provigil at 200mg in the morning. The first day was
simply incredible.  After that it didn't seem to work anymore. So the dosage was raised to 300mg.  Same affect. So now I take 400mg only on the days when I have class.  That seems to be enough to keep me going on the other days too.  Provigil is a very good medicine, and I am blessed enough to have insurance that pays every penny so I am not aware of the price. (And I still have to make sure I get at least six hours of sleep at night.)"


"Cause awful awful awful migraines with auras.   Quit for a month to make sure that was the cause.  As soon as I started back up -within 3 days migraines were back."


"This product works great provided that you use it immediately at the first sign of a cold sore.  If you wait too long to use it's like dousing a fire after it has already burned your house."


"I have tried Enbrel for 9 months and it worked great for both my psoriasis and the arthritis. BUT last July I stopped using it because I wanted to get my wife pregnant.
And to be sure there was no side effect by using it. And since I stopped using it, the psoriasis and arthritis have come back massively and seems worse then ever. This is a really bad side effect. Also I have got some very weird infections/viruses, etc. that healthy people normally don't get. I have had Zoster Shingles, and Pavovirus. These are immune related illnesses and they must have come because of the lowered immune system. "


"I love this medication. It has helped me so much with my stress and anxiety. I have two children, I work full-time and I am in school full-time. I am also married. Things were getting frustrating. I was moody, angry and aggitated all the time. I am completly 100% better."


"kidney started to show reduced ability.  Sweating so profuse during exercise or even vacuuming I have to drink so much water and finally stop too dizzy or tired of sweating.  Sweating got worse coinciding with doubling of dose from 75 to 150.  Subsequently gaining 50lbs. over 4 years of it.  But only recently saw correlation with venaflaxine .  Missing one dose has horrendous reaction of dizziness  and ears and vision effects and headache.    Even taking every day get morning headaches even though I was never one to get headaches before  also it's help has worn off"


"I was prescribed Cipralex previously for depression.  After taking it for only one day I was awake for 35 hours and had the worst panic attack of my life along with severe anxiety (way worse than what I was used to) and shaking.  I was so "foggy" during this whole time it felt like I wasn't in my own body.  I have been on Zoloft now for almost a month and it has been a completely different experience, I'm finally getting my life back now.  Cipralex just didn't react well with me."


"My father died of colon cancer. Even so, last colonoscopy I told the doctor that it would be my last, since I would never, ever do the prep again, which then was the golitely, which can only be described as drinking a stranger's hocked luggies. He promised me that by the time of my next one, there would be something better. I fell for it. This was not better and I could not finish it. I left about 1/4 of the mixture. I knew that if I took another sip, it was all coming up and I would have downed yesterday's bottle for nothing. Right now I am waiting for the 3/4 dose to kick in. Will never do this again. Ever."


"Very fast heart beat"


"After trying a couple of different anti-depressants, Cymbalta is by far THE best."


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


"I am 28 years old and I have had the Mirena for almost 3 1/2 years, and haven't had any problems other than acne.  I don't really have a period anymore which is awesome. The only thing I hate is the acne part. It's not like me to have acne, and I hate it.  I have tried many different acne medications to clear it up, and so far the only one that has helped it is the murad acne complex..   I would recommend Mirena to anyone who doesn't want to have kids, but would like to in the future. I love it that I don't have to remember to take a pill anymore, and I don't have to use tampons, or pads. Hope this was helpful for anyone that wants to have this done."


"I was prescribed Lexapro 1 and 1/2 months ago for Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression.  The first day I took it, I was a bit nauseous but that never happened again.  After a week my depression improved quite a bit, but my anxiety remained.  It took, I'd say, about 5 weeks for the anxiety to improve.  It's not completely gone, but I am finding that I am 1. in a much better mood than I have been in a long time and 2. My worry/anxiety has definitely decreased.  It hasn't changed ME, it has changed the way I look at things.  I have had no other side effects, and the medication is definitely working."


"This pill makes me so nauseated and ill feeling that there is no way this should have ever been cleared by the FDA. After 2 months of taking it to let it "kick in" I feel like I'm physically dying. I've taken other anti-depressants that were fine. This should be recalled immediately."


"I was worried about going on birth control, but I have been on this for half a year now. I have had NO side effects (weight gain, mood swings, breakouts) and didn't feel different at all! I have a little spotting about once a month. Definitely happy with this pill!"


"Started Contrave in the 2nd week of January..the first week was different I was very sick to my stomach all day every day for almost 10 days.  Once that passed I did not notice any changes at all.  I gave it over a month a didn't lose a pound.  So disappointed especially with what I had to pay for prescription."


"Previous med Lexapro quit working after several years. Cymbalta seemed to work for the 1st week but I think it may have been placebo effect, after about a week my body started hurting and feeling hot from the inside especially my legs below my knees. After about 3 weeks stiff neck, hot flashes, restlessness, anxiety, headaches. 4 weeks all these plus talking in sleep, joint pain, body aches, stiff feeling, trouble focusing and I asked to be taken off it. I was only at 30mg."


"well I have been on this for probably a year an a half an was on a different one for 2 an ahalf years due to really bad mood swings an got switched to this about a year ago my doc asked about my weight gain an i told her it was from not being active as i was in high school with drill team now im thinking its not that. now im thinkin its my pills that are making me gain. i have changed my diet an so far nothing i used to be like 30 pounds lighter an now i have no idea what to do. probably will contact my doc soon cause im tired of the weight"


"I had read a lot of bad reviews about Implanon so I got the Patch and had a bad experience with it: weight gain + feeling bloated ALL the time. Knowing I couldn't trust myself with a daily pill, I tried the implant. After 6 months, I've had a great experience so far with some minor setbacks. No weight gain, no acne, best of all no bloating! (I don't really workout much but eat generally healthy.) However-my periods have been sort of crazy- I get a regular (pretty light) period every month but sometimes it lasts longer than I anticipate. When I was off BC my periods were like 4 days tops. This month my period lasted for 4 weeks!! It's an annoyance but not a terrible issue. Every BODY is different-the only way to know is if you try it."


"I tried several different birth control medicines before my doctor prescribed Minastrin 24 Fe. On other pills (particularly Viorele) I felt very emotional and uncomfortable. While taking Minastrin, I feel like myself and I have had no weight gain. Minastrin has caused me to stop getting my period, but my doctor says that this is completely normal."


"I am currently on the medicine right now. As of last year January 2016 I was about 200.7 lbs. Currently, I am weighing in at 158. My goal weight is 130, but I'm taking it slowly. I'm 5'2" so that would be my ideal healthy weight. I really enjoy it and appreciate my doctor working with me and allowing me to try this prescription out. It was the worse feeling ever feeling that big and trying on clothes was the worse as well. I would find myself in tears. With this medication it's helped me become more active as well to the point where I go to the gym 5-6 times a week now. If I'm off the med for a week or 2 I'm still fine. It just controls my hungry, but I've noticed that it doesn't effect my performance in the gym because it's helped me build."


"This drug not only did not help reduce any symptoms of my Crohn's Disease, but it also caused severe issues. Though I maintained a healthy diet & stayed moderately active, I gained 15 pounds in a short amount of time on this drug. I also experienced hair loss. The most serious issue, however, is that I contracted multiple infections while on this drug. The first was a sinus infection that lasted more than two weeks. After this was over my doctor advised me to resume the Humira, and shortly afterwards, I ended up with severe sepsis that, according to several of the doctors in the hospital, probably would not have happened had I not been on Humira. I would never recommend this drug to anyone. It's not worth risking your life."


"I was given this medication for bi-polar to replace ALL A-TYPICAL ANTI-PSYCHOTICS that cause weight gain. I heard  typical anti-psychotics don't cause weight gain. So I told my doctor to give me a typical anti-psychotic and she gave me haloperidol 2mg.....the good news is that my psychosis or my depression or whatever got much much better. The bad news is that I cant stop moving around. If I sit down, I can only stay down for 5 to 10 minutes then I have to get up and when am sitting down I move around a lot. My psychiatrist told me to live with it. It's either weight gain or unstoppable moving. What a witch. But eventually the shaking stopped for some reason and I don't move around anymore. Go figure. I also didn't gain weight so that's good"


"Chantix really ROCKS!  I have been smoking for about 12 years and have was up to smoking about 2 1/2 packs a day.  I started taking Chantix and followed the directions and I have not smoked a single cigarette in 5 months now.  I have tried other methods with no luck. I would recommend this drug to anyone who is actually serious about quitting."


"I've tried every kind of muscle relaxer from A-Z out there and Soma is the only one that has worked for me. I take it twice a day with my pain meds and have had no side effects from it at all. I have spinal stenosis and suffer from pain all day every day and its so nice to have a little relief. "


"I'd suffered quite a few breakouts of cold sore before discovering Valtrex so I know the pain and the lengthy healing process all too well.  This literally stops cold sore in its track the moment you take it. Whatever condition the cold sore is in when you take the medicine, it would not get worse, only better so the sooner the better.  If you take it AFTER the cold sore has become blister(s), it will stop the blister from multiplying BUT you would have to deal with the blisters bursting exposing the ulcer and then the healing of the ulcer. If you take it at the tingling/itchy stage of the cold sore BEFORE any blister is formed, you should be able to get away with the break out altogether. Goodluck!"


"I have been taking Viberzi for a couple months now. Prednisone was the only thing that was able to control my Lymphocytic colitis. I am now on Viberzi in addition to Imuran and it has been working tremendously. No more diarrhea, I can eat most food I wasn't able to eat before. I found myself sick with a bug last week which resulted in diarrhea. I took my nighttime Viberzi dose and had no more diarrhea after that. I saw some of the reviews here and wanted to give my opinion and share how well it's worked for me."


"So I am now into my 3rd week started out at 233 lbs. now I am 219 lbs. that's down 14 lbs in 3 weeks. Side effects that I have is if I even try to eat to much my stomach hurts to where I don't want nothing else. I am still constipated and tired at times my mood swings are up and down but I try to control them. Everything has not been bad enough to where I want to quit taking them. My idea weight lost is around 180 and as you can see I'm well on my way. I was able to get a discount card so my prescription cost me $42. I would recommend to anybody !!!

Everybody side effects are different."


"My Neurotologist/Otologist (Super-Specialist) put me on this for my Erosive Esophagus and Presby ...it works hands-down better than any other PPI's
I can tell it is healing..He put me on 60mg 1x a day for 4 months..into my 1 1/2 months, and it is definately working!! Croaking is becoming less frequent, I am already optimistic that it will heal..and the croaking will stop! You must taper off when the time comes."


"I absolutely love Junel fe. It's the first pill I've tried and so far I wouldn't change anything. My periods are light and short but regular. I haven't gained any weight but the pill seems to be aiding in weight loss as I work out a fair amount. No nausea. I have been getting more anxious lately & I do worry that may be a side effect, but I am a person with anxiety disorders in general so I'm not too sure.
I've had an increase in my sex drive as well, and I haven't gotten pregnant, which is the important part here."


"Have had mine for a month with zero complaints. All I can say is don't let the reviews scare you, discuss all options with your doctor. I had made my appointment and then read reviews and freaked out. Went in, discussed my fears with my doctor, and she thought I would do fine on this birth control. I live an active lifestyle and had been on the pill for 4  years. So far no period, small spotting, no weight gain, no emotional changes, or any other concerns. I'm still keeping track of my weight and any other changes, but so far so good. Just discuss with your doctor and choose what's right for you!"


"While Pristiq does work great. I wish my doctor would have warned me about how hard it would be to get off of this medicine. I am in my mid 20's and my doctor was aware that I wanted to get pregnant in the future. I have had issues with seasonal depression and taken different anti-depressants for a 5-6 months in the past. Pristiq has been a nightmare to get off of. I have reduced the dosage as my doctor has said so that I can get pregnant in the future. But I have had horrible vomiting episodes, confusion, brain zaps, terrible muscle pain, sharp shooting pain throughout my body. Feeling disconnected. I still have not been able to get off this medicine. I wish you all the best."


"I've now had the IUD for over two weeks and I have to say so far so good bar cramps that come and go. Sex feels somewhat normal again, except for vaginal dryness. Maybe not an effect of the IUD. But apart from the cramps and discharge, it's been great. I'll update in another 2 weeks to let you know I'm not pregnant. But yes, 100% recommend "


"I am on Tri-Previfem and it's been about 7 weeks and I've already consulted with my doctor to change birth control. Overall my experience on Tri-Previfem was awful. I bled the entire first month and now on my second month it's causing me to have painful intercourse. "


"I have experienced excessive underarm sweating since my teens and have been so annoyed and embarrassed.  Why didn't I check into this sooner??  This product is amazing!  I agree with other reviewers about the burning/tingling sensation.  When I first started using it about a month ago, I followed the directions and used it for three consecutive nights.  It burned, I won't lie.  It kept me from getting a full night's sleep.  BUT, the results were worth it!  After just one application, it worked!  The next day there was NO wetness.  I now apply it just once a week, and it is still effective for me.  Plus, the burning sensation has never occurred again.  I do find it necessary to apply deodorant (not antiperspirant) in the morning."


"Has anyone noticed that the ad blitz on this farce has ended. This has been an elaborate scam for something that was grossly overhyped, is very expensive, and does not perform."


"Worsed birth control ever I got it jan12 it's April 25 today still bleeding two months now straight every day all day. first it was brown and black color no cramp. Then last week I had very bad cramps and passed a blood clot the size of a golf ball now I have bad cramps and bright red blood, tired all the time hemoglobin at 11.6 I'm due for the second shot first week of may2015 I will never do this to my body again. Everyone in my house is suffering my husdan, kids and myself"


"I had my IUD inserted today. I had googled experiences and with 90% sounding awful I was terrified to say the least. I'm 20 y/o and have never been pregnant. I chose the copper IUD due to not being able to tolerate hormonal b/c.

Prior to insertion I began crying and ready to walk out the door when my partner calmed me down and held my hand. I was prepared for the worst pain of my life. It was barely anything more than just uncomfortable. When the dr measured me it just felt like a pinch in my stomach. The insertion was no worse than the measuring, just another pinch. It's now just been like constant period cramps. Laying down with a hot water bottle and taking paracetamol. My experience was less painful than losing my Virginity."


"Normally I do not share my reviews but this contraption has done me so good that I felt obligated to let others know my experience. First off, THIS DOES WORK. A month ago I had sex with my boyfriend the last day of my period, the condom broke, and he came all through me... and I mean it was a lot. Right away we went and bought Plan B and I took it within 30 minutes after that incident. I was so worried but luckily a month later today, I got my period. This was my second time taking Plan B and it was just as effective. Remember to take it ASAP and not to worry, just BE PATIENT! IT WORKS!"


"I went to the doctor because I felt that for my height which is 5'7, 184 pounds I was overweight. I started the pill 4-13-15 at 184lbs today 4-21-15 I'm at 175lbs. This pill really works. I'll check back in at the end of the week to tell more results."


"Took first two pills for sinus and ear infection that I’ve had for months. Tried holistic stuff, but Only temp relief.
I used to use this all the time and never once had reactions. Most generics usually turn to rubbish, this did too.
Had instantaneous stomach bloating and indigestion (took with GF cereal) skin red and itchy, and worst of all I’ve suddenly got flu like symptoms. Feel like trash. 99.4 temp but feel like I’m on fire.
Just a little advice here at the end for sufferers of chronic sinus infections and the like. Just found out why I’m sick all the time. IGG SUBCLASS DEFICIENCIES. I’m prone to get sinus infections and others. Have Rhumatologist or immunologist check your immune system. Finally found out why I’m so sickly."


"I had sex without a condom and I was not taking birth control regularly. He came inside of me and I was really worried. I took Plan B within the next 12 hours after having sex. I was 5 days late on my period and then it came. The cramping is really bad but it's worth it. If you're worried about it not working or it's past your period, it does mess up your cycle so give it at least a week after your period to come! Good luck!"


"I've been in and out of mental health clinics for a long time..just trying to find something to slow my racing thoughts and make me feel like life is bearable. I've taken benzodiazepines..only to become drug seeking and take too many and need early refils, thereby being forced by prescriber to wean off. Done SSRI's with no effect whatsoever. Remeron made me gain 40 pounds in like 2 months time and didn't help me sleep. Marijuana made me paranoid. I just started some new therapy and was diagnosed with bipolar 2 and post traumatic stress disorder. She gave me Seroquel XR and my mind is calm and I sleep good on it. I'm still on a pretty low dose..going up to 100mg tonight and then 150mg on 2 days. Just hope I don't gain weight but so far I feel productive and my mind is quiet."


"Causes the most severe chest pain imaginable. Can't eat, drink, or swallow."


"Good overall medicine, started taking instead of Imitrex because of cost."


"I am a professional program designer and had a problem with thought activity which made getting sleep a real chore. It became such a problem that my physician recommended my taking Lunesta 3mg about a year and a half ago. I have not really noticed the after taste many have reported, but do have some dreams (mostly repetitive type problems that are work related) but, the trade off is a really good nights sleep. I have energy the next day (my own, not enhanced). It will usually deliver 7 to 8 hours and not wake to a drugged feeling. I wish there was a generic which would save me money. "


"Could get erection, but not always very hard and didn't always last long enough.. 20mg gave me firmness and lasts long.

Stuffiness (that night) and slight headache(next morning)."


"I just got Skyla this week but want to weigh in on the insertion process since I read mostly horror stories about the pain, bleeding, cramping, etc. I know everyone is different, but the insertion was really simple and the pain was mild. I found the most painful part (about a 3-4 on the pain scale) was when the doctor dilated and measured my cervix. The IUD insertion itself was only discomfort and mild pain. I immediately felt some very faint cramping but it subsided completely after about 5 minutes. I'm ending my first week with Skyla and have had no cramping and only a bit of spotting here and there, but nothing crazy. I can't predict how my body might respond to the hormones over the next few months but, so far, I'm very happy."


"I've completed 3 cycles of Condylox and have seen no improvements in the size or number of my warts. This is very frustrating and wish I could get rid of it. It's ruining my quality of life and I have no self confidence. I should be in my prime!"


"I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in November of 2015. So my doctor did a glucose test which was fasting for me and my number was 279 on a empty stomach. My A1c a day or so later I was at 13.2 my doctor has put me on janumet 50/500. I was at 203lbs before the diagnosis and now April 2016 I'm approximately 180 pounds. I was losing weight before the diagnosis due to diabetes but I guess now since I've been working out over a month and a half and my eating habits have changed I guess and with the medicine I've dropped more weight. I guess overall my blood sugars are a whole lot better than they were before. A few headaches here and there and nausea but not so much of that. The medicine is okay I just don't want to lose anymore weight."


"This worked just fine from the samples that my Doctor gave me to try out. When I went to the pharmacy to get my Rx filled I found that the cost to me would be $388  and being on SS with no other income, left that as a no go."


"I suffer from PTSD from my military experiences. I am in my early 40's female. I to find that 25 mg works for me. Any thing more and I have several side effects. Seriously, I am told it isn't much. it seems to be just enough. Without it I am grumpy and a bit mean, negative in my head and really anxious around crowds. With it I am normal, nice, funny, easy going, and my head is still clear because of the low dose."


"This medication is a life saver.  After years of taking Oxycodone and Oxycontin, I found myself at a Methadone clinic.  Methadone kept me in hibernation state of mind.  I would sleep all my days away and felt trapped by the daily visits to the clinic.  Buprenorphine changed my life. I was able to lead a fully functional life again.  I no longer slept my life away and was able to hold a job and become a productive member of society again.  Some people will try to discredit buprenorphine but that's because they still want to be high on opiates. If someone you love is addicted they have 3 options...jail...death or buprenorphine. I'm living proof it works. I'm four years clean thanks solely to buprenorphine."


"I give it a 7, then again it's only my first month - haven't even gotten to the period part yet. I was taking Loestrin 24 Fe for a few months to regulate my horrible periods (and now as a contraceptive) but it cost $30 so my doctor switched me to this (only $10). I do have bigger boobs, get super hungry (not just normal hunger) but haven't gained weight. Vomited for no reason one morning, and I'll occasionally start sobbing for no reason. Unfortunately, I lost my pack yesterday and had 3 more active pills left before the sugar pill week...so we'll see how that goes. Overall, a pretty dependable pill."


"OK so it has been exactly 2 weeks and 2 days since I had the Skyla put in. I have read multiple reviews before going with this procedure and wish I would have read more. You definitely want to take at least a  day off of work. After I had it done I was ok for about 2 hours then it just got worse. Your body really needs to relax afterwards, Think of it, you are having a device/drug put into your uterus for 3 to 6 years permanently?! Any ways I figured after a couple days cramping would stop.  I had it put in on my last day of my period FYI. On the 5th day (I'm traveling for a wedding so I'm on a plane) I started cramping so bad"


"Changed my life!"