"I got on it for cystic acne. It really did a great job for my skin with only a couple pimples around my period. It helped with periods. I rarely had any cramps and my period lasted about 3 days using only lite tampons.  It had a lot of down falls though that included hair loss, migraine headaches, spotting all month long, and terrible nausea a couple times a month."


"The best medicine I have taken for my pain."


"I've had my implant for going on three years.  During the first year every few months I would have urinary tract/bladder infection like symptoms.  I would go to the doctor and they would prescribe me antibiotics then it would go away.  By the third time having these experiences I waited to see the doctor to tell them my concerns.  I felt like I was someone was squeezing my bladder it would get tight and get loose and I would have to take a moment to stop and let the pain go away.  When speaking to the doctors about this they say it's "pelvic pain" I've never experienced this in the past with any birth control I've been on the iud non estrogen and estrogen, pill, and patch.  Periods come around the same time every month and spotting occurs."


"I have been taking Belviq for about 6-7 weeks. I have tried every fad diet and never had success. Exercise became almost impossible. So far I have gone from 254-236lbs. A little behind right now as I had emergency Abdominal surgery last week. But I have to say my cravings have decreased that I have to remind myself to eat. I always craved sugar filled treats. Now I can walk past the Bakery section and not look or purchase anything. It has also cut down on our grocery bill. Prepared foods and bakery items add not only calories but can be costly. This girl always ate at least 2 cannolis at once. Haven't had one this entire time! Yeah!"


"I have had migraines and irritable bowel syndrome since a child. I have developed curvature of the spine and degenerative discs. Bextra fixed them all. I am now on Percocet since the removal of Bextra. Percocet makes the pain tolerable but never takes the pain away like Bextra did."


"Generally my acne went away with use of clindamycin cream for a 7 month period. But I got two giant pustules and I was prescribed doxycycline 100mg once a day to treat these issues. The third week my acne got awful but by week 4 it cleared up. I still get zits but no major acne. Overall its been good but I have only been on it a month so I think by month 2 or 3 it will be gone. Stick with it and don't give up."


"I was prescribed this med for GAD/anxiety. Worst 10 days of my life. Nausea, retching, dilated pupils, insomnia and vivid dreams, but worse yet near constant panic attacks. Coming off it now. I understand this drug helps many people. Unfortunately I was not one of them."


"Paxil has been very helpful with my anxiety, I'm not so tired and am much happier. The only bad thing I have to say about it is if you miss 2 days or more of it- it has the worst side effects I requested a refill to late (so it was my own fault) but I got shocking feelings in my head and finger tips I was light headed all the time and there were a few day I would wake up from a nights sleep and automatically start crying for no reason. I'm still on it and intend on still using it. Just make sure there's no room for cold turkey off of Paxil"


"The price keeps going up and up while the Yen is getting weaker.  $100 retail increase in the last year alone.  No suitable generics.  Over $700 retail for 90 days this year.  $600 last year.  These appear to be fake prices.  Canadian prices are significantly less, but...  Insurance monthly charge went up as well as the amount they would cover went down.  Insurance doesn't have in formulary, and alternatives are "deadly"."


"I've been on this BC  pills since Aug. 2015 and since November 2015 I've had a period every month (twice in Nov.) I'm only supposed to have a period once every three months. For the last 20yrs. my periods have always lasted 5 maybe 6 days but since switching to Sprintec  they are now more like 8 to 10 days long. But I'm not supposed to be having a period at all. I've seen three doctors who basically tell me it's normal, how? This is the only pill that has done this to me! It's put a strain on my relationship  and I have officially  stopped taking it as of yesterday. I'm going back to my doctors to get put on a different one."


"I have suffered with Migraine headaches for years, and have tried all kinds of medication. I have been diagnosed by a Neurologist as having Chronic Migraines, that go into a loop, and the headache just keeps getting worse and I wake up every single day with a Migraine. I have just tried Axert 12.5mg and my headaches are massively better. I can actually function after taking this medication. I would recommend this medication for sure."


"After one dose I was in ER.  I was vomiting violently and became very confused.  My husband said I kept asking the same questions over and over.  I had memory loss and still can't remember the day I took the dose. I had an MRI and did not have a stroke, all other tests were normal.   It might work well for some but clearly it really affects others negatively."


"Citalopram saved my life. I had been having a hard time, new mortgage, parents new divorce and a death in the family. I've never had panic attacks and anxiety before but I went through 7 months of hell before I decided to get see a doctor who gave me Lorazopam ( if your having panic attacks. Lorazopam is another miracle I have encountered ). Although I could deal with my panic attacks my anxiety was out of control. I couldn't even go into work without that lingering feeling of panic. My poor boyfriend was having the hardest time as I didn't want to leave the house. Then I started on citalopram, this medicine has changed me back to the person I was before. I was so afraid I would never be "Normal" again. But here I am, Very Happy."


"Horrible experience on Trulicity .75. First of all the packaging states not to be used for the first treatment of diabetes. My A1c was 6.6 and 3 months before that 6.3.This medication caused me to have brain fog and confusion so bad I didn't even realize it was the medication. I had sugar drops, anxiety, heart palpitations everyday, depression, trouble thinking, just generally feeling bad, weakness. I did not see these symptoms in the package detail but I did find them online. It took about 5 weeks to get it out of my system and I know of one person 44 who suffered a stroke that they were relating to this drug because she was having the heart palpitation as well."


"I was taking this for about a year. At first it was really good, no side effects except headaches that went away after about a month. My periods were very light only lasting about 3 days and hardly any cramping. Another plus was while I was on it, I had hardly any acne whatsoever. After a couple of months I realized I was gaining weight. I used to be 112-114lbs and now I was 124-126lbs. I went to a size 9 when I was a size 5. I stopped taking them and now I'm back down to 110-112lbs, and size 5 again. I would recommend it, worked good with me, but I'm not going back on them because I'm not going to gain that weight back!"


"My 7 year old was prescribed tamiflu.  It helped his flu symptoms, but caused him to hallucinate, very agitated and feelings of wanting to hurt others.  I would not recommend tamiflu for children of any age.  My husband and I both took it with no side effects  others than some nausea."


"This medicine works very well to keep the heart in rhythm, and the rate 65 to 90 (better than 160 when in A Fib 44 hours).  Only drawback is that I can be very forgetful about routine tasks such as remembering to carry glass of water to the table."


"I was put on Cipro to treat a urinary tract infection. I was already on a medication that suppressed my immune system and even though the Cipro did wonders for my UTI, the side effects were unbearable. I was directed to take 1 250mg tabs twice daily for 3 days. I was only able to get through the first 2 days. The side effects were from what was a mild headache the first day to a severe headache the second day accompanied with muscle pain, joint aches, shortness of breath and even chest palpitations on the right side. I went in to see my doc and he said to come off them because even though they worked well for my UTI, my body was clearly unable to tolerate the side effects. Overall I say the medicine is very effective but is also strong so beware side effects."


"If I could give this shot 0 rating I would. Lets start with I've always had a normal period before this unexplained side effect of a shot. This shot was administer to me in April and I didn't stop bleeding until July 31st. After doing my own research and taking matters into my own hands it has finally stopped. I went to the doctor countless of times trying to figure out how to stop the bleeding. I took (BLACKSTRAP MOLASSES) if I could type that in bold letters and in a bigger font I would. When I tell you on the first day of taking it the bleeding was much lighter and on the 5th day it was gone. All I took was one tablespoon daily."


"I have Bipolar Disorder and Generalized Anxiety. I take bupropion daily and Xanax (0.5-1 mg as needed) usually twice a day. I started 3 days ago on 5mg olanzapine (@bedtime) .  Wow.  Noticed much more stable mood on day 1.  Today is day 3 and again, very stable mood and sleeping through the night since starting and am VERY happy with these results so far.  I have not had a need for xanax since starting. The only side effect I am experiencing so far is fatigue in the morning hours - no change in appetite or other effects mentioned by others in this column.  I will post again in a few months to update my results.  "


"I have been using Lily NPH Insulin since 1984 and have found it very effective, with minor adjustments, over the years. When I was taking Novo Nordisk's version of NPH my units requirement nearly doubled and I never found it as effective as Eli Lily."


"I'm 25 years old and have been a addict for almost 7 years now. I got the addiction from taking painkillers my doctor gave me after have a gastric bypass. I was 17 years old and did not know pain killers were so addictive. Ever since then I have been through hell. It changed me as a person and drove me and my family apart. I have tried so many things to get me off of them. I went to rehab 1 time and cold turkey stopped taking them a few times. I went right back. Finally I tried the Suboxone, THIS MEDICINE HAS CHANGED MY LIFE. I'm back to the old me. I also have gained my families trust back. I feel like a normal person and I never think about any kind of drugs anymore. "


"I have been on Prozac since I was 18, I had huge depression, anxiety, OCD and PST problems. I was so anxious I couldn't even take the pill for the first month because I thought it was going to kill me! Seven years later I am a different person, I now have a partner and child - before this would have been impossible. I can also deal with stress much better and my rage and anger has also calmed down. The only downsides to this medicine is the weight gain. I have gained 4 stones due to Prozac but I would rather be overweight than suicidal and unable to cope with life."


"Have been on Klonopin since 2004--it works the best for me.  I've had 2 sleep studies, which have shown moderate RLS and PLMS, with some sIeep apnea.  I have tried Requip, Sinemet and Mirapex, even getting the Dr. to up the dose of one of them, but did not have the immediate relief that Klonopin brings.  I've had a bit of a hard time with my Dr. to fill the script, because it's a controlled substance.  I've explained to him that I have not had to increase my Klonopin dosage much in the 10 years that I've been taking it (0.5mg to 1 mg).  The one time I did not take it, I woke up 4 hours later like a bolt of lightning struck me. It's necessary for my PLMS, and to function in life!"


"After being on Synthroid for years, I went to a wellness clinic and was put on Nature-Throid.  I cannot believe the difference it made in my life. I finally have my life back!  The head fog is gone, my energy level is back and the depression has subsided also.  The only thing Synthroid did for me is change the numbers on my thyroid blood test, nothing else. I would NEVER take Synthroid again."


"Against the advice of my teachers, my mom decided not to medicate me as a kid since my grades were fine. As I got older, I got worse, concentrating was impossible for me and my grades dropped... my mind never stopped! I have been on Adderall for almost 9 years now. This drug saved me, it worked great! The down side...after this long, I have built a tolerance, get very irritable, and feel kinda foggy or dazed by the end of the day. I'm going to try something new for awhile and see what happens."


"So I just put the egg in about an hour ago. I've used this a few times before and it worked like a charm. This time, within a few minutes of inserting the egg, worst and most uncomfortable pain I've ever experienced. I literally cried for almost an hour. I didn't want to remove the egg in hopes that I can tolerate the pain and itch and that I would be all better soon. I read that plain yogurt (cold) relieves the itching and burning and helps rid of the YI bacteria. Desperately and thankfully I had some plain yogurt in the fridge. I applied it all over my vagina as well as inside my vagina while the egg still remains. It took away the itch, burn, and pain almost completely. Sounds weird, but try it!!. Hopefully I can help someone else out"


"I'm on day 4, my pain level in limbs seemingly is improving more each day. Only side effects so far is constipation. Will start using a stool softener. I'm praying this will help me."


"IBS-C my entire adult life (44-yr old female.)  I have done it all - tried everything natural and prescribed. I cut out dairy, gluten, red meat... Was drinking prune juice, using fleet supps almost daily, NEVER having a decent or "normal" BM. My GI doc gave me samples of Linzess yesterday; I took it this morning and exactly one hour later : WHA-LA. A "perfect" BM!!! NO cramps. NO diarrhea. If you have trouble going, please try this. I am absolutely thrilled! Not sure what my insurance will cover, but I don't even care - this is my miracle pill, and it is going to make a huge difference in my life."


"My 6 year old son (ADHD/Autism) starting taking Strattera about 6 months ago because he had a bad reaction to stimulant medicine. Was on 20 mg and it did not help him.  The doctor increased it to 40mg and now he cries all the time and about everything.  His concentration is still really bad.  I will be talking to his doctor soon."


"I've been on this for about a month and my acne has gotten way worse. My cheeks and forehead are covered in white heads with very red skin around them. It has also made my skin dry. But I'm going to wait another month because my doctor said after two months my skin would be completely clear."


"Before taking Anafranil I had severe panic attacks and de-realization. Xanax was the only medicine that could help me but only temporarily at high doses. After unsuccessful experiences with other antidepressants which made my anxiety and mood much worse, I was ready to give up pharmaceuticals until I gave Anafranil a shot. I don't preach antidepressants or antianxiety medicines because I don't like them myself, but Anafranil seemed to be the only medicine that virtually eliminated my panic attacks without making me feel 'numb' and 'lifeless'. If you have panic disorder or depression like I do and have had no luck with SSRI's or SNRI's, I urge you to at least try Anafranil."


"I suffered constipation for the past three days because of traveling. I tried a bunch of home remedies but nothing seemed to work, and I felt extremely uncomfortable with stomach pain as well. So, I went to the nearest pharmacist and they gave me Senokot. They told me to take two Senokot tablets straight away, so I took two at 3:00 P.M. As I waited I still felt very uncomfortable. At about 10:00 P.M my stomach started to make some noises, so I assumed that the laxatives were finally kicking in. At around 12 I went to the bathroom, and finally I was able to get some bowel movement! I still had to push and all, but it did come out eventually and I was extremely happy as I felt fresh afterwards. No pain at all!"


"I take one Aleve in the morning, one at night and can't believe the relief I've experienced from painful, arthritic  knees."


"I'm a college student with sleep onset insomnia. Before Ambien I was taking 6 over-the-counter sleep pills a night with unhappy results. The fact is, Ambien works. I've been on it for a few months now, and I can tell that I need it EVERY night, and I am beginning to need more so I take the occasional 2nd pill. I wish there was another way. If there is a situation in which you need a short time sleep medicine, this is it. But this is not something to live your life dependent on, which is the case with most cases of insomnia."


"Does its job as a birth control.  Convenient that it is only every 3 months and it's discreet.  However,  the side effects aren't worth it.  I had mood swings, increased appetite and cravings, (which lead to a 10 lb weight gain within first 3 months), and constant bleeding for over 2 months.  Once I switched to the pill after my first shot, my appetite went back to normal, I'm acting like myself,  and the bleeding stopped immediately.

I receive free service at Planned Parenthood as a teenager so all of my birth controls are at no cost."


"I've tried everything for anxiety - which is severe ALL the time. XANAX WORKS! Only issue is the length of time it lasts; I can feel the effects almost immediately (within 20 minutes and continue to feel effects kicking in for a good hour after), but after about 3 hours, I start to have rebound anxiety from it wearing off. Be careful of tolerance though. Since I've been on it, I've had to increase 4x. I started of with 0.5mg 3x/day and am now on 1mg, 5x/day. I don't want to change that, but this seems to be a perfect. It gives me the relief I need as often as my body seems to need it. I am so grateful for this drug, as my panic is non-existent, where it hasn't been in YEARS. It's been non stop - never relief. I finally feel relief."


"I've been using the Neupro patch 1% for almost a year. My RLS is severe with involuntary movement of my legs and sometimes my arms when I am in a relaxed position. I have been tested and do not have Parkinson's.

I tried Ropinirole 1%, then Ropinirole 2mg XR. Both worked well for about three years then stopped. I also tried Horizant, but the hangover and break through RLS was too distressing.

Neupro patch seems to work for now. If I've been extremely physically active or had alcohol, I will have breakthrough. I keep 1mg tablets of Ropinerole on hand for such times.

Sometimes I have a skin reaction to the patch. I am beginning to think it may have something to do with diet. The more acidic foods I eat, the more it itches."


"BC Powder is the best thing I have found to relieve normal, non migraine, headaches. It works very fast, usually within about 20 minutes for me. It also prevents migraines for me if I take it as soon as my aura's start, works sometimes but not always. I recommend this to anybody that gets headaches."


"My son was on Vyvanse for 3 years. At first the side effects were the normal irritability, obsessive thoughts and anxiety only on the days he took the drug. His concentration and grades improved so the benefits outweighed the side effects. The last year though he was increasingly negative, obsessing over negative thoughts, anxious and paranoid only on the days he took it. I think the side effects can affect kids more or less as they grow. He was very depressed for a 10 year old. Since he's been off he's been happier!! I think positive thoughts are more important than grades since we all know where negative thoughts leads to down the road if left unchecked. Overall the medicine is not bad but keep a close eye on behavior."


"Everything was good with this BC except for the fact that it ruined my skin. I stopped after a year, took a break and started it again and both times I had terrible outbreaks all over my chest and face even though I had never had acne before. I've gone off it a second time and my skin still has not recovered. I wish it didn't do that because I would like to stay on it but I can't handle the acne it gives me. I never got mood swings or any other bad side effects while on it."


"Save your money. Doesn't work"


"I have been on Gianvi for a little over a month now, and the only bad thing that I have to say about it so far is that I have my moments where I feel sad, depressed and angry for no reason at all (glad my boyfriend understands). However, my last period was amazing! No cramps, light flow. So far it hasn't been all that bad."


"It is early days yet (under one month) since I commenced treatment with Questran but there has been marked decrease in daily bowel activity. I have had Crohn's for the past 18 years and all other medications have proved to be largely ineffective. I have been concerned about the potentially dangerous side effects that some medicines that are prescribed for this condition may have.

Since starting this course of treatment, my intake of codeine and Lomotil/Imodium has been minimal. While constipation has occurred, it has been manageable. Without going down this track, with four identified strictures I was looking down the barrel of surgery. I am moderately confident that at least so far this has been a positive move."


"I've been on ortho tricylen lo for over 8 years now and I never want to switch. Obviously in the beginning the first month or so was a little annoying.. getting my period still pretty heavy and if I skipped a pill more than once in a month I would spot, but I think that is normal. I've always gotten my period for 4-6 days on this pill too which most people would hate, considering loestrin takers don't even get a period anymore, but I think this is NATURAL. Our bodies are engineered to have periods so I think not having one at all is not good. As long as you take your pill everyday I would highly recommend.  I have never experienced any bad side effects and if I ever did gain weight it was from college not my birth control."


"It has been 10 days on the med. The dreams aren't as scary, and I have gone from 4 hours a night to 5...."


"I began taking Qsymia a couple of years ago with a brief hiatus in between. I started at 206 and got down to 158 with very little exercise but a change in eating habits. According to my friends I was eating very little w/maybe 1100 calories a day or less. I easily overlooked the side effects of tingling in the feet, dry mouth and irritability. The worst has been the memory problems, difficulty concentrating and lack of words. I couldn't remember commonly used words like my brain just stopped working. This scared me enough to stop taking it. I've been off now for over a year and still have these neurological problems after once having a near photogenic memory. I've also gained all of my weight back and looking back would've never started it."


"Ineffective. Stayed awake. Restless night. Eyes are heavy but unable to sleep."


"Man, there's nothing to say about xanax that hasn't been said. It does its job like nothing else. Works perfectly, but because of that, it's super addictive to people prone to anxiety and stress. Because it's the magic pill that makes it go away! That said, my experience with it has been mostly good, as I have never gone above 2mg and i try to keep myself at 1mg daily. This is a literal life saver for someone with severe anxiety."


"I am a college student in medical field. I think it's always good to have virus vaccine because this microorganism is hardest to be treated, and once you got infected you will always have that virus in your body. So couple times of hurting shots will protect you life long. You never know what's going to happen to you."


"I've struggled with ADD my whole life. When I was a kid I was put on Ritalin for a few years and it was amazing at helping me concentrate.  Before I hit middle school my pediatrician ripped me off of it saying I "grew out of it". I went on through life thinking it was just in my head. I'm now 32.  I was always fog headed and trouble concentrating. I talked to my doctor and she said I'd have to see a psychiatrist to get on the medication. My boyfriend's Mom talked to her family doctor and she said she would help me.  I met with her and was put on Adderall XR 20 mg in the AM and 5mg IR in the afternoon.  It's simply amazing. I lost some weight and I can clearly focus. My boss has noticed a huge difference and I got a promotion at work!"


"Dry lips and skin are bad, but you can definately live through it. Accutane really helped me clear my skin, and its become a lot less oily."


"I've been using Elocon since I was 8 years old, I am now 35 and it's my faithful companion. Usually I slather it on the weekend before bed, by the time I shower mid-day all the scales wash off with a gentle scrub. It usually lasts me a week before it starts creeping up again but at least I know how to control it and now most people have no idea I have psoriasis unless I tell them."


"Been on Trintellix 5mg for about three weeks and going to increase to 10mg tomorrow. The first week, I got stomach pain, but not nausea. The second week I got diarrhea for 4 days and then I started to have headaches + panic attack in the evening. I take Xanax for that. I was diagnosed with atypical depression after several tests to rule out other illnesses. It took me about a year and I got more fatigued that I could barely walk. I was constantly hungry, used to wake up in the middle of the night, and had constant thoughts that I couldn't get rid of. My depression was triggered by prolonged school anxiety, I tried Zoloft and Cipralex but they gave me bad side effects. Trintellix is slowly increasing my energy and mood."


"Wrote on here yesterday. Just updating. Doc advised me to stop taking clarithromycin after I took only one 500mg last night. My experience- awful taste in mouth, vomiting, lower back pain, aching all over, severe stomach pain, couldnt sleep, dizziness, severe anxiety, dull heavy headache (similar to a hang over) and very dry mouth. All this after only ONE tablet. This medication is EVIL! Take with extreme caution people. Good luck x"


"I had open abdominal surgery on my gall bladder and bile duct, horrible scar tissue pain and nerve damage, this medicine did nothing for me. Very expensive and does not work."


"I was on this medicine for about 2 weeks, and I had to quit taking it. My hands started shaking and I also developed a head and neck twitch. I also had a difficult time thinking, reacting and focusing. My vision was blurry and I often felt anxious. It didn't seem to help as much as it hurt. Now I have to wait to see if my ticks go away. "


"I have been on Lexapro for about 3 months now.  Going through a divorce I did not see coming and did not want, but have no choice.  Hopefully when it's final my life can get back to normal and I can get off all medicines.  Also take Klonopin and Trazodone."


"Definitely not a bad experience with Nexplanon. I just got it removed today after having it for almost 3 years. Removal was easy and quick even though mine was in really deep. I had a period for one month when I first got it inserted and then never again until about my two year mark which was when I decided to switch for an IUD. I didn't get pregnant and never had to worry about taking a pill!"


"Azo is an awesome product for urinary tract infections that come on all of a sudden. It's been a God send for me on two occasions. The first time I used it was a year ago when I had a bad burning sensation from a bubble bath product I was allergic to. Then recently I woke up on a Sunday with a terrible urinary tract infection. Without this product I would have been in screaming pain until I got to the doctor."


"I've been taking it for less than a month and I already want to stop. I would rather be in pain than be how I am with this medicine. It makes me foggy and extremely tired, and depression symptoms I haven't had in months are coming back. I can barely do anything because all I feel like doing is sleeping. My fibro pain isn't horrible anymore, but this is worse. I'm going to stop now while I'm still on 20mg before weaning off becomes harder."


"It works pretty good. My only two negatives are that the nasal decongestant in this doesn't work as well. I have to supplement occasionally with Afrin nose spray. I would be incredibly miserable without Allegra."


"I had a very good experience on this medication from opiate dependency, it actually helped me get off opiates better than most other "treatments". I was prescribed Subutex (because I have hep C from injecting) instead of Suboxone. I never once tried to inject it or take it any other way than sublingual, I had no desire too. It worked wonders with me up until they switched me from Subutex to Suboxone. Well apparently they changed the law where I live, and only pregnant women or breast feeding women can remain on it, unless of course your allergic to Suboxone. I've been having a horrible time with the Suboxone, headaches, stomach aches, and it doesn't work as well. I wish they never passed that law."


"I was worried about possible side effects but I didn't experience ANY. No headache, no nausea, no dizziness. I ate indian food for lunch about 2 hours after taking my pill. You'll be fine."


"I was taking 20 mg daily of Losrtan for about a month, and I experienced a variety of side effects including severe pain in my arms, loss of sex drive, lack of sensation during sex.  Now that I have stopped taking Losartan, I have no more pain in my arms, my sex drive and sexual sensation is back to normal."


"its an excellent drug and should be taken after a meal---then it works very well;but one problem is that it develops tolerance quite quickly;and it takes a few days for its sedative effects to be effective"


"Give it faith it really works. Had unprotected sex June 12th plan B 11 hours later. Took 2 pregnancy test ( different times over the course of the month) both negative excepted my period a month later July 10 my period never came. Took another test it was negative but still no period. 9 days later July 19 got my period! Give it time!! It really does work!"


"I have a lot of vomiting after the shot, but it goes away. The voices are minimal, hallucinations are almost gone. I think it's worth it; hopefully my body will get used to it."


"For sure tramadol is one of the best drugs for Depression and Anxiety. I have tried a lot of differents anti-depressives like fluoxetine, sertraline, paroxetine, citalopram, escitalopram, venlafaxine, etc, and they all did not work very well for my depression and anxiety. I suffered a lot of side effects with these drugs.  The only one that really works for depression and anxiety, for me, is Tramadol... but... but... it destroyed my sexual life... Who is using this drug for depression will feel much better, for sure, but, please, be aware of your sex life!  For sure, when I take Tramadol my libido goes to ZERO, and I can not keep an erection for some time... and, if a keep, it's impossible to ejaculate... That's why a give a 7..."


"Works good for me without side efects , I took  3 at noon , after 4 hours I had movments"


"Was prescibed Nucynta 100mg initially. It took effect within approx. 1hr. I, too, felt loopy & out of it. I felt I was hallucinating and had strange off the wall kind of "dreams". So I called Dr back & exchanged the prescription. I had asked to try the 75mg but guess I scared Dr with my symptoms. So I was prescribed 50mg.  I have been on this dosage for 4 days. Doesn't last long enough and does NOTHING to manage my pain. I have spinal stenosis as well as scoliosis and degeneration of discs (virtually no discs) between L1-L5. Osteoarthritis in knees as well as in lower back. This medication works well on some, not so with others. "


"I developed an illness that evolved in stages.  A few stages in I lost the ability to sleep naturally.  This was about eleven years ago.   A few years went by trying every sleep med with utter failure.  Ambien, Lunesta, benzodiazepines, trazadone, most atypical antipsychotics.  Eventually a new lifestyle evolved where I would be up for near three days straight then sleep for a full day, repeat.  What finally put me to sleep was a little risperidone and a megadose of seroquel.  Risperdal "allowed" me to fall asleep, while max dose of seroquel "KEPT ME in sleeping state "long enough" and "deep enough."  3am now, tried 10mg of zyprexa an hour ago alone, its barely affecting me. Remeron with halved seroquel/risperdal, put me down great."


"I've been on a long list of medications for depression for many years, some worked for awhile, some not at all. Reached my lowest point 6 months ago and haven't really recovered. I finally took matters into my own hands and asked the doctor for Wellbutrin as the ratings looked overall pretty good. On day 3 now and seem to feel uplifted already.... Actually making plans for the day which I haven't done in months...still apprehensive to give a 10 rating but keeping hope. Had trouble sleeping but no other side effects have shown up yet."


"This really works. I was amazed at the results, almost bedridden took the pill felt better within 24 hours, still tired the body aches and flu like feeling mostly gone. Didn't believe it would work but it does."


"Started this medication about 7 months ago. At first I loved it. The side effects were minimal and it completely ended my period. A few months in, I began to experience constipation. Then the bloating came. My eating habits haven't changed and I only put on 5lbs., yet my stomach is huge. It's uncomfortable and it's to the point where I'm so self conscious over it that I'm stopping the pill today. I look pregnant and my clothes aren't fitting properly. It's not a good look."


"I mean, it looks like badly chapped lips but my cold sores are stress induced so they don't look or feel like most of the conditions described on this page. Either way, my symptoms were flaring up, my lips were cracking, a little bit of bleeding, some scarring. I had to do so much exfoliating, it wasn't pretty and it wasn't healing. Legit, 15 minutes after applying abreva - my lips actually look fine. Like nothing was wrong in the first place. I can't believe it. It's actual magic. Wild."


"I've been taking the 500mg for 4 years straight now with out one outbreak. So grateful to have found something that works before this I would get outbreaks once every 2 months it was the worst. I would recommend this daily to anyone who has this problem."


"Before getting on this, I was experiencing severe acne after having tried a new skincare system & foundation. I didn't even know I was capable of having skin that bad. I was so embarrassed. I had never been on birth control before (I'm 21), but I was desperate. I had my doctor prescribe this to me. I would say for the first month or so, my acne got worse - especially around my chin area. I also had terrible mood swings and depression in the beginning, but I kept going and my skin started to get clearer. Then, right before starting my 5th pack, I broke out again. But it was like all the acne that had been underneath my skin came up and then disappeared. Now on month 6, I'm pretty much clear besides hyperpigmentation. Be patient!!!"


"I tried a lot of things for my acne and none of them had worked before differin gel. It's irritating to have acne at 34 years old. I didn't think anything would help. Differin gel was affordable and I could get it at Walmart so I tried it and was pleasantly surprised. This is the first thing that worked for me. You only need a very small amount and you only need to apply it once a day. Any more than that and it will burn your skin. It's a small tube but but it lasts a long time. I would highly recommend it."


"I love this birth control! For years I have suffered from horrible bleeding, menstrual cramps that kept me in bed for a day or two and sometimes  vomiting. I have been on Lo Loestrin for 4 months. I get no period and no cramps. I wish I would have tried it sooner. I did spot for two months but just a tiny bit. The downfall is its very expensive. Luckily my Dr. gave a year of samples. I am over 40 and actually do nothing getting my period for the first time ever."


"The lowest dose of Carvedilol 2 times per day was effective in lowering my moderately high blood pressure almost immediately (170/90 that shoots higher under stress).  However, it has lowered my blood pressure too low when inactive (100/70 ave.). Sometimes when I sit still or wake up from sleep in the middle of the night or in morning I have a random moment of anxiety followed by extreme dizziness, disorientation and nausea that lasts a good period of time, sometimes 2-3 hours.  Before I had a stress test & was cleared as 'perfect' this scared me terribly and my blood pressure would shoot up to 180 /100 .  Sometimes after taking I'm drowsy but I'm exhausted from dealing with this and trying to continue with life.  Hoping to get off of it asap, effective but horrible side effects."


"I had regular periods the first year and this July will be be the 3rd year and I've been on the birth control nexplanon but I've bleeding for 3 to 4 weeks straight  each month with no one day stop no breaks at all, I feel weak all the time, constant breast pain , and constant back pain"


"I have been on Effexor XR 75mg for almost 4 years now. It really has been the best thing for me. I tried almost everything and this has definitely been the best. On the downside if you begin taking Effexor just plan on taking it the rest of your life. Doctors fail to tell you about the withdrawals and horrible discontinuation syndrome. I am pregnant now and having an extremely hard time getting off. "


"I am a 22 yr. old female. I am 5'7" and weighed 170 pounds when I started Adipex-P on December 3 2011. It is now the 12th and I have lost 9 lbs! 9lbs in 9 days! I couldn't believe it. I have been exercising 3 times a week for an hour and I'm on a 1200 calorie a day diet. Protein and fiber mostly and I allow myself one cheat meal a week. I'm drinking mostly water and maybe a a gatorade or two a week. I would like to get down to 130 lbs so I still have a way to go. Wish me luck. I will update in a month."


"This stuff is amazing. During my teen years I struggled with severe acne, and now that I am 24, it is improved a lot but I still get quite a bit of painful cystic acne on my chin. I use the Benzaclin morning and night. This cleared up my acne FAST. My cystic pimples used to take weeks to clear up, but overnight the size and redness was greatly reduced. Since I always breakout on my chin, I use this every night all over my chin, and spot treat in the morning if necessary. Other than that I just use Cetaphil cleanser and moisturizer for dry skin. It works! I never thought I'd see the day where I have no acne!"


"Was on Paxil for 4 years because I could never handle the withdrawal symptoms. I had severe aches and electric shocks along with all flu symptoms. I finally slowly tapered off over 3 months with the liquid Paxil.
I have been off of it now for at least 10 years. I have tried at least 100 different supplements and anti anxiety treatments.....I have tried them all...believe me.....it is hell on earth when you can't provide for your family.
I even spent $4000 having all my mercury fillings removed. I had genetic testing of SNP polymorphism's that revealed MTHFR and MAO mutations.
I found a genetic reason for my anxiety. In short I can't make neurotransmitters and when I do I can't break them down so they build up causing social anxiety."


"I have been on this pill since June, I would have started the pill in May but my period was a month late. Before the pill I experienced heavy bleeding, paralyzing cramps and occasionally vomiting. Since I've been on the pill I have 3-4 day periods with little or no bleeding. The cramping has subsided greatly. I take the pill at night because it makes me feel sick to the stomach but I don't mind because this pill has done more good than harm for me."


"My experience is not specifically about strabismus but general eyesight improvement. I've recently had my first round of Botox for wrinkles on the typical areas of forehead and eyes and after three days have noticed an incredible improvement in my reliance on my glasses. I generally have excellent vision but my eyes were constantly strained somehow and I could not function without the glasses. It's absolutely fantastic and should definitely be further investigated because just for this I am now hooked it is such a relief! Of course I am also extremely pleased about the aesthetic effect too."


"I have suffered for years from extreme anxiety, ocd, depression and stress; this has saved my life. I have only taken it for a month but I feel "normal" for the first time in my life. It also has helped me from withdrawing from adderall I was taking for ADHD symptoms, and I can actually focus better now than I could before on the ADD meds."


"Had flu, some fever and suspected pneumonia. Was put on Doxycycline 200mg to be reduced to 100mg next day. Wasn't eating due to loss of appetite - doctor said this medication would help. Instead, made me vomit about 30 minutes after taking it and made me feel worse. Eventually went to the ER and was put on Zofran and Prednisolone - a much better combination for what I was experiencing."


"Has anyone noticed that Requip XL has more side effects than regular Requip? May doctor has been giving me samples of Requip XL to take instead of my regular requip (insurance will not pay for Requip XL). I take 6mg per day and have taken for many years.  My dosage has been as much as 12 mg. but have reduced the dosage to get down to 6 mg.  I still have breakthrough restless legs even when I take my medicine on schedule and sometimes when I do not take my medicine on time I will have restless legs for hours after I take my dose.

I am having severe nausea, vomiting, sweats, flushing, hot flashes, dizziness, tiredness, etc. "


"It took about 10 days to kick in but was the saving grace of getting me through postpartum depression and being able to function normally with my son."


"My grandson started on risperidone when he was four years old. He was having difficulties at daycare very violent and aggressive and hurting himself and others. The drug was a lifesaver he was able to function and get along with others and become more productive. We did try to take him off a few months ago and everything came back. We tried Abilify and that did not work at all so we put them back on the Risperidone 2 weeks later is a much happier child I definitely recommend it!"


"Yes, there are side effects, as with all medications.  However, the benefits of taking Cymbalta outweigh the negative side-effects by far.  This drug has been a life-saver for me.  It is the best anti-depressant I have been on.  I would rather sweat a little more and sleep a little less, than suffer from the debilitating effects of depression."


"I don't even write reviews but I have to because this birth control is terrible. I would have panic attacks and was depressed for the first couple of weeks but it went away. But now I have been bleeding HEAVILY FOR A WHOKE MONTH. I've never had adnormal bleeding and it's just a terrible birth control."


"This is my second time with the Mirena. The first time was after my son and once the 5 yrs was up I got it replaced with a new one. My first Mirena was wonderful.(no heavy bleeding, not getting pregnant etc) I dont know if they changed something in the birth control.My 2nd Mirena I have had massive side effects.( Nausea, Vomiting, Mood Swings, Weight Gain, 0 sex drive, Abdominal cramps) This is insane I talked to my Doctor as I was vomiting w/nausea for three days off and on. He explained that there could be a problem with the birth control and that I should come in asap. Long and behold I had an ectopic pregnancy and was given the pill to stop my pregnancy. My IUD was removed after this and I've not looked back"


"I have been on the medicine for 4 days and I cant even tell I'm taking it. I hope once I start increasing the dose I will notice a change."


"58 yr old male, good health other than BP...seems to run in one side of my family..tried everything from diet, exercise, alternative meds, supplements, meditation....All helped a little but not enough.

140/90 (morning) to 160/100 (evening) readings before 2.5mg Ramipril per day...within days readings dropped by about 15 points across the board.

I was taking 5mg of lisinipril for a month but Doc changed med due to the many side effects and less effective to lower BP.

I have very few side effects from Ramipril vs lisinipril... The cough, dry throat, chest phlegm thing is still present but more tolerable.

An additional change has been the more diuretic effect of Ramipril on me which may be resulting in the lower readings overall.."


"Arava worked great for me for about 2 1/2 months.  My pain and stiffness was much, much improved.  Unfortunately I developed a severe rash and had to take the medication to remove it from my system as quickly as possible.  Had it not been for the rash I would still be on it."


"I have nothing but amazing things to say about Pristiq. I went through a 5-year toxic relationship, lost everything including myself, tried to rebuild my life after leaving him but could not stop feeling 'heavy'. Felt numb. Had anxiety, could not sleep and pretty much felt like I was living in the dark. Went to see doc, started with 50 - no side effects so after 2 weeks he upped to 100mg and after three weeks I started to feel better and after a month I was truly amazed. Its been just over three months and I feel better than ever. I can't believe I suffered for so long.  Sometimes, despite our best efforts, it just isn't enough! Best thing I ever did for myself. Thank god for health benefits! Its expensive!"


"I have very aggressive OA. I've had both kneed replaced at 56. I'm in constant pain now because the OA has moved on to left  hip and both shoulders. I take the Extended Release and the regular 20 mg. For breakthrough pain. True chronic pain suffers need help with being able to get this medication ! I live in a rural town very small only two pharmacies and one refuses to order it. I maxed out my prescription coverage in Nov. The ER was 473.00. The few have made it hard for the many. Who are going to help us who truly need safe pain medication?"


"Take 1.0 mg to help augment my anti-depressant. It helps my paranoia and my racing thoughts and helps me be calm. I love this drug. Recommend to anyone whose anti-depressant alone does not work."


"ZERO STARS. I became pregnant in October 2016 with the skyla in place. I had nexplanon for a year and a half after my first daughter was born but changed to skyla because of irregular cycles and mood changes. I had Skyla put in place in July. I felt sick in mid November and thought I had flu. I hadn't had a cycle but didn't worry because the strings were in place. After experiencing nausea and cramping, I took two pregnancy tests which came back positive. I went to the doctor and I was six weeks pregnant. I had the IUD removed. I am posting this here to let others know of a true failure case and to tell you to have it placed with ultrasound. We are coping with the pregnancy but were shocked to say the least."


"Mononessa has been my birth control for 2 years now. I have never had a single problem with these particular pills. I have had no mood swings, weight loss/gain, nausea, etc. I feel the same exact way as I did before taking birth control... just protected! I am very strict on myself with taking it at the same time every night. I set an alarm on my phone and take it at the same time every night. I have never had any problems with the pill. I really recommend trying to see if it works the same way as it has for me."


"I was put on metoprolol for SVT & IST after other medications made me worse, dropped my blood pressure too low etc. Although it never completely disappated the issues, I was going from everyday occurances to every 3-6months between each episode. No problems getting the heart rate up in exercise (still quite the opposite actually! I can reach 180bpm after 5mins)
Unfortunately it didnt stop the progression to AF. After 6yrs of SVT & metoprolol I was further diagnosed with AF. Dosage was increased from 25mg to 50-75mg per day. Starting to work a little better now in preventing rapid AF however I still get slow AF.
Dry mouth, cold extremities & occasional dizzy spells have been all too common however definitely a small price to pay.

28yo fem"


"Complicated history; 2 different genetic mutations causing multiple disorders, polyarticular gout, pseudogout with calcium crystals in all joints, 3 level neck fusion, 4 back surgeries. The last lumbar surgery caused a blood clot in the spine; loss of bowel and bladder control, severe arthritis with damaged joints, Paget's disease of the bone, etc. Been on MS ER since the 4th failed surgery but had to change doctors. The new Doc put me on Embeda and it is awful. Headache within the hour, withdrawal symptoms within 3-4 hours, sweating and leg cramps, nausea, constipation but worse of all no pain relief. After being on a regimen that worked since 2003, with the flap about abuse doctors are afraid of Morphine."


"I'm on this for depression and paranoia. It's been good to me. I've lost weight from what I gained being on other medicines. I'm running more and feeling happier. When I first got on the pill I was hallucinating for about 3 months but it stopped. Sometimes I get sad but that goes away. The down side to this medicine is when I don't eat I start to shake, my leg cramps up sometimes in the mornings when I'm running. I get dizzy and my hand tenses up. Other than that I sleep very well. Always try to take the pill or the next day will be very hard, my body starts to hurt."


"I started taking Gianvi when my pharmacy switched to it from the yaz knockoff I had been taking. My periods were out of control. Some would be two weeks, I had more periods days than non bleeding days over the course of two months which made me EXAUSTED. I gained about 30 pounds as well during the course of that time, despite walking an average 13,000 steps a day. And no. That was not muscle. I can no longer fit into most of my professional clothes, and have actually ripped and over stretched a number of items."


"On this drug which I've taken for a just a few weeks,  I have now developed a chipmunk memory. I can barely remember anything past 3 or 4 seconds, and I feel as though I almost can't think or hear my own voice in my head. Hopefully these effects will change when I'm off it, but as of right now, I don't feel quite normal yet."


"I have been on Sprintec for about 2 weeks and every time I take it I get bad headaches and my breasts have been so tender. That only happens when it's that time of the month."


"I absolutely love this form of birth control. I had it inserted in July 2015. I bled a small bit in the beginning when my body was first getting used to it but it was nothing heavy. I haven't gained any weight. I'm 5'3 and weigh 102. I was actually hoping to gain weight but that didn't happen. I forget that I even have the implant in at times. It is now February and I haven't had a period since November (YAY). I feel great and haven't had any mood swings. As far as the birth control side goes, I am currently in a long distance relationship so I haven't been able to see how affective it is. I'm sure it works just fine since I haven't had any complications from it."


"Started taking Adipex-P three weeks ago and have loss 25 lbs, the doctor has required me to take a week off before starting the next 30 day precription to allow my body to reset and make the medication as effective as when I took it in the begining. I am definetly feeling better and are looking forward in see the next 30 day results."


"It has worked for me.  Other seizure medicines caused me severe side effects.  It does make me sleepy, so I take it prior to going to bed at night.  Otherwise no side effects or alterations in behavior."


"This medication has taken me on a roller coaster ride. I am over sensitive, moody, hypersensitive. I can't sleep and I have gained 8lbs in 30 days. It does control the bleeding but it is not worth putting up with the side effects."


"took it after baby was born in September 2015 felt normal again in December so I decided to get off. Felt fine until about a week ago in April. 2nd day on it. Makes u feel jittery and crazier for a few days but I know it will get better if I stay on it. definitely recommend not being alone first week u are on it and make sure u have some help!!!"


"I had the Implanon put in June of 2010. I started out weighing 150 and I rapidly gained weight putting me up to 210lbs. I haven't gained anymore weight after those first few months but I am certainly not able to lose any of it. I have bad headaches, moody, no energy. I dislike it and will be getting it removed on the 2 year anniversary of getting it in."


"I was switched from Cardevidiol after many years to metoprorol er. I have been on it for over a week and l have been experiencing severe anxiety attacks, tiredness, restlessness and hell. It really destroys my life and i am hoping dr will describe something better."


"I have been on Micardis for more than six months without any major side effects and my blood pressure has been fairly under control, except for a few spikes from time to time."


"I promised myself I would write a review about this as all these reviews sometimes don't have the ending result which scared me even more the more I read. I took the pills within 6 hours (the condom broke) on March 7. Don't take this til you're at home as it made me feel nauseous and dizzy for about 24 hours. Take it and go to bed if you can. 4 days later on the 11th of march  I had a heavier spotting for 6 days! And then finally on the 23rd I got my period which was 4 days early in my cycle but it works! Don't stress too much about it if you take it soon enough!"


"I was switched by my insurance to Basaglar before then I was on lantus with blood sugar readings of 140-170 on average ever since the switch I've been reading at 230 or higher. My eating habits have not changed, fasting between meals and small snack before bed I've also changed the injection site to no improvement"


"I got the Nexplanon insterted on Jan, 22, 2015. (Fast, painless, bruise smaller than a dime). Around February 15, I had my normal, 4 day period but experienced extremely light spotting on and off for the next 4-5 weeks . (It was so light I didnt need a panty liner and an Ibuprofen would stop it temporarily for intimacy). It is now late April (same year, 2015)  and it seems as though my body is back to how it was pre-insertion. Other than the initial spotting, I have not experienced any other side effects."


"I got skyla on August 23. The doctor gave me Ibuprofen about 10 mintues before. So she went in with 1 swab of numbing cream and 2 shots. It took her awhile to insert it because I wasn't dilated all the way. It didn't hurt that bad during the procedure. When the procedure was done they had me lay on my side and I was turning pale and cramping alot afterwards. I asked if I could get up and go to the restroom. So I got up and the doctor asked if I was okay. I said no I feel like I'm going to faint. Next thing I know I'm on the ground with the doctor beside me. When I came back into the room a laid down somemore until my mom got in the room. I was begging to leave that instant but they wouldn't let me go. Because the cramps were so bad I couldn't go to school for the rest of the day. It's September 22 and I've been cramping and bleeding everyday since. I've been hot all the time and I've been eating more than usual."


"I have had afib for about 12 years and have had two ablations.  Afib is back again but not all the time.  Had to be electroconverted in late Feb and was put on Eliquus.  My blood pressure went sky high and I started to develop diahrrea.  As it got worse, they agreed to switch me to Xarelto.  After about a week, my diahrrea was out of control and there was blood in the stool.  The doctor told me I had to stay on it but I couldn't take the side effects.  I haven't taken Xarelto for three days.  No more blood in stool.  Diahhrea is clearing up.  Blood pressure down to 119/66.

BAD DRUG!!!!!"


"I'm talking this after a few antipsychotics didn't work and I was hospitalized a few times for the first time in my life. My bipolar diagnosis changed to Schizoaffective disorder then Schizophrenia. The delusions paranoia was very scary. I was on 2 mg for awhile with Ativan and celexa, and I gained weight over the course of all the medicines, but it needed it, weight gain stopped when I stopped celexa. No paranoia. Now im taking 1  1/2 mg and have less anxiety, on a day I went back to 2 mg I had more. I still have anxiety and will ask my dr to increase my Ativan from 2 back to 3 mg, or lower my risperdal down to 1 mg a I am also on lithium and have hand tremors from that and risperdal, but feel stable it's so worth it. I'm staying on it"


"I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2007, 5 days after my 23rd birthday. For the first year I took Copaxone, and it did absolutely nothing for me. Then, since my MS was so aggressive, my doctors chose Tysabri for me. I have loved every minute of being on the medication. Not only have I been stable for 4 years, but my old lesions have shrunk in size. Unfortunately, due to being on the mediation for so long and coming back with a positive JC Virus test I am being taken off the medication which scares me to death. My advice to anyone considering the wonderful medication is that you have a serious conversation about the possibility of PML while on the medication. It's a choice of life or death. 1 in 250 people on Tysabri with a positive test are at risk."


"Seems to have worked well in reducing cancer/PSA.  Minimal side effects EXCEPT for both hands.

Both hands are painful when moved and big knuckles can be very hurtful when holding an object. Warmth helps, as does minimising hand movements.

Can hold a tennis ball without problems. a golf ball with some effort and pain, and a pen or small object can be a big problem to grasp."


"I went on this the beginning of September. My skin had always been generally clear except for one or two pimples that would be in between my eyebrows and a small pimple that'd be on my nose or forehead. It was the same recurring pimples in the same places, and so the doctor prescribed me this. For the first week, I didn't see any improvement. Th e second week, the in between pimples came back and I could see forehead acne growing. I knew it gets worse before better, so I waited. By the end of October, I saw no improvement. I don't know what I did wrong, but my forehead was filled with pimples(whiteheads). Now, nearing December, not only have those pimples not gone away, but they are spreading and my in between eyebrow acne is back."


"I've been taking the 80mcg for going on 3 weeks now and I don't feel like its doing any good.  I am still using my rescue inhaler 2-4xs a day.  I also in the last week have developed what feels like a lump in my throat and trouble swallowing/dry throat along with headaches."


"I'm experiencing almost unbearable heartburn; starting my seventh day of three times daily 300 mg of Cleocin. Heartburn started 2 days ago; this morning, REALLY bad after taking the pill.
I have not ever had heartburn before - also, I eat yogurt every single day (for breakfast and one or two times more each day some days) AND I take probiotics every single day; have done this for several years now. I normally drink a lot of liquid anytime I take any medication (which, fortunately for me, is very rare), as well as on a regular basis.
Please don't assume that if you do all the "right" things, you won't get the side effects of this drug or any other. This is the very first drug in my life that has given me problems; the heartburn has been incredible."


"I've used many other birth control pills in the past but experienced strange side effects from them, which lead me to try Loestrin 24. I tried Loestrin 24 a couple of years ago and absolutely loved it. It lightened my periods to about 2-3 days with hardly any painful cramping. I stopped taking it after a while when I couldn't afford it. I recently began taking Loestrin 24 again and noticed acne in the first week of taking it, up and down mood swings, and I'm about 5-6 days late on my period...which I am not really worried about since I've experienced that side effect when I took this pill in the past. The only side effect that concerns me right now is this weird full/bloating feeling I get after I eat anything. "


"less headaches
but more affected on bladder mainly@ night  but not diabetic"


"Getting it put in was not painful! Just uncomfortable... After the insertion the cramps were painful, but everyone is different.. Don't go by reviews, whether to get it or not. Most people only write reviews when they are hating something.  It is not as bad as everyone makes it seem. It is worth a try"


"I got the Implanon in January while I was on my period and haven't had a period since. I am always hungry and have gained about 10-13 pounds. I seem to be emotional and am stressed all the time. "


"First time taking Xanax today and I feel great! The doctor prescribed me 0.5mg every 6 hours but I took a 0.25 and it helped tremendously! I am calm and able to function. All those anxious and negative thoughts just slip away."


"I had panic attacks (Night Terrors) for over a year or more and had lost hope for  medication to help. Since the first night of taking Tofranil, I slept normal without the 3-4 am wake up(night terror) and have been free of them for 12 years without changing my medication. I am so thankful to have finely found and inexpensive medicine that actually worked from the first dose."


"My Doctor switched me to this, no reason given. I'm 58 I have had Renal Cell Cancer, I have 1 kidney left . Heart Disease, Diabetic, Discs are gone, I am not a surgical candidate due to my health.
I have never, taken illegal drugs nor have I failed a random urine test, pill count etc....
But, because of what other people do, I am grouped into that stereotype ...
It's embarrassing, humiliating, not everyone is a addict or looking for drugs .
But this is the worst drug, I have ever tried..."


"My doctor put me on NuvaRing just shy of 3 months ago as a temporary alternative to the Assure procedure due to me needing to take birth control 3 months before the process. Previously I had not taken any hormones in over 10 yrs.  The first month was fine. NO problems and I had a lighter cycle than usual.  The 2nd month I started having crazy mood swings, and bloating.  At this stage I just saw my OB/Gyn today because I have gained so much weight and bloat. I'm unable to wear my regular clothes.  I work out 4x a wk eat healthy (almost vegeterian) and my only caffeine is a daily cup of coffee. My doctor said I have gained 10 lbs and need to remove NuvaRing."


"For bipolar and depression: although I believe its about 80% depression.  I started with 100mg and eventually got to 200mg. Took about 2-3 solid months to have full effect, and had unbearable back pain the entire time, and could only take it in the morning. Sleep was impossible with night dose. Once it started working, I really did feel so much better. Back pain stopped. Still have daily spurts of 'I love everybody' mania but my lows sometimes last days, lately longer. Unfortunately, my depression symptoms have started coming back more frequently and when I tried adding a 200mg dose, I had mind blowing joint pain. The pain was indescribable. Has caused me to gain about 10-15 lbs in the past year. Also not the rash, but have weird spots on skin."


"Been on spironolactone for probably 2 or 3 yrs now. We have always had a love/hate relationship. Rest assured, spironolactone will work for most people when it comes to combating acne (all acne is caused by hormones to some degree) but like any other medication, spironolactone is not without side effects! Over the years I have decreased my dosage and sometimes tried to completely stop taking it due to: weight gain (yes you initially lose it but just wait!), thinning hair, depression, dehydration (I believe this side effect is worse for me due to other medicines I take with it), slower metabolism/fatigue, and evidence that this medicine was totally prematurely aging my skin!  Initially it was 25mgs 2x a day but now I just take 25mgs a day."


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


"Worked very well, controlled symptoms and put me in remission. Felt like I did 20 years ago - pre SLE and Siscoid Lupus diagnosis!

I had a serious anaphylaxis reaction after my 3rd infusion from not being premedicated by my previous rheumatologist.

Changed physicians and continued treatment with pre-medication of Benedryl and Solumedrol in i.v.  It worked for 5 treatments and then I had a reaction a 2nd time and was removed from the infusions.

Doctors say had I been premedicated from the very beginning, I more than likely would not have had a reaction.

My remission is now over and I am worse than prior to Benlysta treatment.

Benlysta co-pay program paid for 100% of my deductible, as well as $7,000 in co-pays each year"


"I wish I did a quick research on this medication before purchasing. I bought the 3 day supply that comes with the external cream and never have I felt more tortured down there than I did trying for the first time last night!!! This is ridiculous, it made my itchiness 1000x worse and it was not even an itch that u can scratch away. It felt like ants underneath my skin and within my vag. The only reason I'm giving this 2 stars is because the external cream did not make me want to sit on a pile of ice thank goodness... but it also didn't really have any positive effect either. I don't think I'm gonna finish the next 2 treatments & head straight to my Drs."


"I have experienced extreme drowsiness with my paliperidone injection.  When I first started I also experienced muscle spasms and blurred vision.  I gained approximately 20lbs in 2 months of taking it.  I also experience depression and lack of motivation.  This drug makes me feel like a zombie.  I am hoping to switch medications soon."


"I had to go often and sometimes barely made it to the bathroom.  My doctor prescribed Flomax and it was partially effective but I almost passed out if I got up quickly.  After a couple of months I went back to my doctor and she changed me to Cialis.  It is almost totally effective and no side effects."


"My face and chest turned red like a sun burn, my face is puffy and red. Upset stomach. bloating"


"Tried it for a few days - just the one in AM. Nausea. Gas from the sulfur pits of hell.  The runs. Stomach pain. Jittery. sleepless. Of course I am not eating much. But. no. Just. No."


"I dealt with anxiety and depression for several years. I had high social anxiety, and pleasure in isolation and darkness. I started on one SSRI but the side effects turned me into another person completely, I experienced emotional, spiritual, and creative numbness, weight gain, and overconfidence. So I got off of it because I wasn't myself anymore. So I tapered off of that and then I got on Lexapro and it immediately took care of my depressive symptoms and anxiety. I bumped up to 20mg after a couple of months and I am perfectly back to normal. I feel like myself. No side effects at all! I highly recommend Lexapro. Just be patient and wait it out."


"Female. 19. I had sinus surgery then started getting headaches after surgery because of nerve damage. I was taking 25mg once every night for a week and every next week would up the dose. My experience was awful! I had the usual side affects people had- tingling in lips/hands, and weight loss. Main one for me was, I was so extremely fatigued and weak. I'm a young healthy girl who eats healthy, is a healthy weight, and before my surgery worked out 4 X a week. I would have physically to force myself out of bed. And as far as the headaches it reduced the intensity of the migraines, but did nothing for the frequency. "


"This drug is working. I have tried absolutely every drug in the past and have had insomnia and severe DSPS for my entire life. Everything else severely impacted restorative sleep. This drug works differently and seems to induce pretty natural restorative sleep which is a first for me. You have to get the timing right for it to work. If you take a lower dose too early before your natural sleep time you will not feel much, and a higher dose can cause lucid dreams and nightmares. Also it wears off quickly causing me to wake up too early. I'm willing to put up with the downsides because it actually is helping.I don't think people realize that this drug is not a knockout pill but unlike everything else can induce real sleep."


"I have been on the Evra patches for about 7 months and have decided after 4 months of using it to keep it on without a break (after my GP said it would be okay to do so) to avoid my horrible periods. I was taking the pill before and always forgot to take it and have had a few 'scares' in the past so I decided it was time for change as I am still young and not ready for a shock pregnancy! I haven't had the best experience with it to begin with as I have heavy spotting after every patch change which is VERY annoying. It lasts days to my boyfriends and my own annoyance! No baby though and my breasts feel bigger."


"Made me feel better mentally, but the severe diahrrea would not go away.  So, I had to quit."


"Was on Zyprexa from Mar 2015 till Aug 2015. At first it seemed like it was mellowing me out a bit, and I could sleep through the whole night, which was an improvement. After a few months I noticed my depression was getting much worse. Came off the drug cold turkey, and went through one of the most serious withdrawals one could face. Depression, severe anxiety, PTSD, night terrors took over. To this day Apr 2016, I have still not returned to the way I was before I started taking this horrible drug. Depression and anxiety are still bad, not as bad as 6 mos ago, but still worse than when I first started taking it. I'm convinced this drug can cause permanent brain damage."


"If you take triamterene and have leg pain consider it could be the medicine. My mother took it and had severe leg pain, shooting down from the hip. As she has arthritis doctors said it was arthritis and it got so bad she considered having hip replacement surgery. I saw that it got worse when she took the medicine. She asked the doctor to give her another medicine for the blood pressure and after a week the pain was gone completely - no need for surgery. The medicine helped the blood pressure but the pain in her leg was too much, as she could hardly walk. If you are taking the medicine and have leg pain shooting down the leg talk to your doctor about getting another medicine. "


"My GP prescribed this to me for melasma. Dosage was 1 a day. After a few months, results were apparent. It was fantastic. I have been on it for 6 months now and my menstrual flow has also improved and I experience less cramps compared to before I was on it."


"At age 29 and after the birth of my second daughter I had continuous bleeding for 2 months.  I tried 3 different types of pills, but had moderate to heavy bleeding throughout the month and felt like my hormones were very unbalanced and I was going crazy.  FINALLY, after much trial and error, my practitioner suggested I try Natazia. I have been using Natazia now for 3 months and have had no breakthrough bleeding, shorter and lighter periods and feel like myself again."


"I guess it's working alright but I am very very tired all the time :("


"I started taking it after my husband passed away; he had a cardiac problem and I tried to unsuccessfully help him.  I did call the emergency services, they tried but were unable to help him.  After that I could not get thoughts about the incident out of my mind and I lost in excess of 50lbs the next month.  I was given Zoloft by my doctor which did interrupt my 'panic', however I only took the medicine for less than one month as I couldn't think properly.  I rely on my mind, my thoughts to process how I relate to the 'world' - I decided that being sad about the situation was appropriate and a normal response.  In the eighteen years since then I have not needed medication for depression - other things yes, but not mood disorders.  Thank you."


"I have been taking Seroquel 200mg for over a year for Bipolar Disorder. After years of taking antidepressants I couldn't figure out why they weren't working.  I was having really bad manic episodes that would last days to weeks, in which I was staying up for days at a time, spending money I didn't have and extreme OCD.  My anxiety and mood swings were spinning out of control and I was failing as a mother.  I started therapy and Seroquel and noticed an immediate difference in my manic episodes and insomnia.  I gained weight at first but have since lost it over the course of the year.  I am taking Aderrall during the day and I am back in college, working as a full time accountant and am able to relax at night with my family."


"I'm 18 year old, I have had the implanon for almost 3 years now and it's has been great period wise. For the first 5 months I had a regular period each month with it lasting a week and a half "


"Don't if you can help it. Yes a shot of this IV will STOP your pain, and possibly the rest of you, pretty much immediately. If you have a low BP or sensitivity, or have never taken a strong (Norco doesn't count) narcotic before, try something else first. SEVERELY addictive. One shot and you will want another one, no joke. ONE SHOT. The pill version by comparison is slow acting and hits for a long time, most people will find better relief with percocet. Unless you have just had surgery, been shot, or have a broken bone, try Fentanyl first, at least that won't kill you in one dose."


"I was on the Depo Shot for 3 years, in my last year being on it I went from weighing 125 pounds to 158 pounds. The weight gain was the only problem I had with this shot. I had a period every 3 months and it was always very light."


"I got con on victoza it does what it might say on the tin but its given me more than I bargained foe didn't expect to end up with thyroid cancer or depression Victoza makes me feel angry, sad etc I eat a meal I find I waste half of it it, makes me run to the loo more I don't end up making sometimes I go through lots of trousers in a day due to victoza causing problems I feel bloated my blood pressures gone up & up & up plus at first I thought I would give it a real chance to make a difference but has it not. Plus my GP said they have been given victoza to patients instead of Metformin- I don't think so as vicatoza is too expensive and Metforming is cheaper to buy than the other one. I feel like I've been lied to about the effects & affects it has on you"


"I have been on depo for over a year now. My positives would be no period, easy and that's about it. However I will no longer be receiving this birth control. Did you know that this same drug is used as a "chemical castration" for male sex offenders. They give it to them to drastically decrease their sex drive. Makes you wonder what it does to women. For me it has done just that. I started receiving the shot right before my husband and I got married and I didn't even want to have sex on our honeymoon . It has seriously affected our relationship and that is why I do not want to continue the shot."


"I have been on the NuvaRing since June 2011 and I love it. It's simple and easy to put in and remove. My periods are lighter and shorter (smiley face). I chose this birth control because I couldn't remember to take the pill and the shot and insertions of birth control reviews were horrible. The only small thing I'm not really comfortable with is the vaginal secretion and sometimes I get headaches right before I'm supposed to remove it. But other than that its great. No suprise pregnacy and believe me their have been some times where I was scared and nervous that I was. I'm 22 now and my potential boyfriend that I've been with on and off for about 4 yrs now loves it too. So to top it all off NuvaRing is GREat and AFfORDable."


"I've been on Gleevec since Aug. 24 2001 for Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia. I've had no side effects with it. The only side effect I had is when the doctor had me on both Gleevec and interferon it caused my heart function to drop. They took me off the interferon and heart function was normal. Been in remission for 11 years."


"I'm 47 and heterozygous for both MTHFR mutations. I just came out of a deep, dark depression with the help of Effexor. I started taking 0.5 milligrams of methyl folate (yes, a very low dose) about a month ago. Even this small amount of methyl folate (in combo with methyl B12) affects me deeply and immediately. I take it before 8 in the morning, and it still influences my sleep that night. I have never been an active dreamer, but on methyl folate, I dream A LOT. I seem to feel more awake and active in the afternoons, as well. I agree with the commenter about being on methyl folate for a period of time before deciding if it works for you. You may feel the effects immediately, or later on. There may be ups and downs."


"I hate to be another bad contributor but... I basically, started out fine. No period for the first month. Then I was bleeding for the next two months. The worst part, gave me the most ridiculous acne of my life. I have never broken out on my jaw line & cheeks before this shot, so that was very strange & painful. I have been off of Depo & switched to Trinessa & am on my 4th pack. I STILL am trying to get my skin normal and regulate the hormone change. And I'm waiting for the dark spots from my acne from months ago to disappear. It's nice to not remember a pill, but because I had such bad side effects I didn't even try to get my second shot. "


"I have GAD, tried celexa, worked for a while, mental fog. I then tried Lexapro which worked but I decided to try Cymbalta for its chronic low back pain effectiveness. I have a bulged disc, arthritis from homecare for many years. I will not even consider Narcotics for pain... Cymbalta has been a life saver, I too have dry mouth night sweats, increased weight of 10lbs. But I feel calmer, I started off on 30 mg for 2 wks the increased the dose per my HCP.  I can tell when I don't take it. Chronic low back pain, dizziness as well and  anxiety symptoms return... I am a nurse and I hate taking medicine but this is one medicine I don't mind taking. The benefits out weigh the everything else."


"I am only 24 years old but was prescribed Cialis 10mg by my doctor because I take anti-anxiety medication and one of the side-effects is decreased sexual functioning, i.e. erectile dysfunction. Cialis 10mg has been AWESOME. I take it about 30 minutes before I am ready for sexual interactions and my erections are ROCK HARD. Kind of like they used to be when I was a teen. I can still have an erection without Cialis, as long as I am by myself but if I get any sense of anxiety during regular sexual intercourse, my erection is gone. The 10mg formula is also known as the "32 hour" Cialis and that description is quite accurate."


"I started having seizures about 3 years ago. Found out I had a tumor on my left temporal lobe. Started taking carbamazepine, it worked for about a month or two but I started having seizures again. That's when my doctor put me on keppra and I haven't had a seizure since. Thanks keppra!"


"Good."


"I've been on this pill for 9 years and started looking on this page because I was told I have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, a heart murmur, and possibly lymphoma. I was just interested in the side effects. I don't know that my birth control has caused it but I'm healthy and 29. I eat healthy and exercise. My current weight is 101. I've never had weight issues with pill and never had bad cramps. Periods have always been easy.  I do get a full period if I miss just one pill which I'm hearing isn't normal but it's what my body does. Overall I have been satisfied with this pill just wondering now what long term effects could be."


"Good except for withdrawal going off of it"


"Wasn't fully prepared for the immediacy of the effect of this drug. As soon as it was injected I felt like I was suffocating, almost claustrophobic. It plateaued quickly and came down, went away quickly, but it was scary initially. Feel the cardiologist could have done a better job of prepping me for the effect. It certainly raised my heart rate, I'll give it that."


"All the comments have been from young people. I am 75. I never suffered teenage acne but my face broke out with bumps and cysts after menopause which happened at 40 years of age. I tried three dermatologists previously...no help. Tried over the counter creams too. I finally two months ago went to another dermatologist who put me on doxycycline, Retin-A and Bensagel wash and I also use the Bensagel cream. Has really helped. All the cysts are gone..a few red areas to clear up and all will be well. See the doctor again in September. Very pleased with the results."


"I got iud  lilletta inserted in may2016..and I'm getting it remove next week ..i only got one heavy menstrual cycle in July my cramping is bad everyday headaches..I have gained weight I also got some skin blemish on face..and to top it off itchy irritation on my vagina.."


"7 day treatment worked well on an infection that lasted over 5 months"


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I have been taking beyaz for 3 years. And I love it! I take it religiously! Same time everyday! I have had no problems with it, in fact my periods have became lighter since taking it! Which I love because I hated my period. And my face is so clear! I had bad acne before I started it and I get compliments all the time now about how clear and smooth my face is! And I would recommend this pill to someone who knows they can take it on time everyday, who wants to get rid of their acne, and who doesn't want any kids!"


"I started taking Effexor in 1995. I had GAD with some depression. For some reason, I let the Dr continue prescribing for 12 years, I was only on 75mg and since it worked, I did not want to temp fate. Last year I started to have worse anxiety and went to one of the highly regarded MD's in NYC. He prescribed Remeron and Effexor. Eventually the dose was increased from 75 mg to 300mg. It had no beneficial effects. Worse is getting off of it. I'm now down to 37.5 mgs over the last two weeks. The brain zaps and anxiety are tough. I think this drug should be illegal, The withdrawal effects are awful. I recommend trying something else unless this is your last resort."


"I have been taking metronidazole 500mcg 3 times daily for 7 days for C-Dif.  The side effects are awful, stiff neck, painful urination, back, leg, hip, knee, ankle and overall joint pain are terrible.  I reported this to my MD, who encouraged me to keep taking the med for 10 days to be sure the c-diff infection is gone.  So, I am still taking it.  Right now, I only hope that once i manage 10 more pills, that the pain and hurt will go away.  This is without a doubt a very toxic medication and not much you can do except take it anyway.....  Can someone out there let me know if the joint pain goes away after you quit taking this stuff?   Is there something that I can do to avoid permanent joint damage?"


"I have degenerative disc disease in my back and neck along with two shoulder surgeries. I get unbelievable tension headaches. This medication works outstanding. I have been on it for three years. I can take it at work and not get that nasty groggy feeling. I do not have to take it all of the time. I do not have any side effects except exceptional sweating in the Summer and a touch of weight gain. I would recommend this medicine to anyone."


"i have had 2 incidences with DVT and PE in 2012  first one both, leg and lung,  leg swelled was being told everything but DVT, went to hospital they found it. all the hospital things interventional radiology went in and shot PE with clot busters,  icu 4 days  heparin drip then lovenox shots came home on coumadin for 9 months,  3 years later massive PE only symptom with this was SOB,  seen all the Dr's heart, hematologist, vascular,  pulmonary, can't find the WHY this happened, taking Xarelto now for 10 months will be on it for life, i do not have any side effects that i am aware of, or that bother me,taking it religiously every night , only scary thing is no antidote as of now, and afraid it will come back, cat scans showed it has improved"


"Basically, Vicodin worked very very well for me when I got the two right wisdom teeth pulled. HOWEVER, when I got the left two pulled about a year later, and was on Vicodin, the pain was still so horrid that I couldn't sleep and it was all I could do, not to cry."


"Have <20 to lose with elevated a1c. Started mid-July with Weight Watchers and upped exercise. Have pre-existing but treated Grave's disease. Was intrigued by Contrave because of potential to help me quit my smoking habit as well.  During "build-up phase", I lost 2-4 lb. I can only say I had dry-mouth which I rectified using Biotene.  I made sure to eat before taking it (as directed).  NO notable difference the 1st 4 weeks. Many times I was famished between doses, so I lost and gained the same weight and no reduction in smoking.  At my 1 month follow up, my Dr. urged me to stick with it another month.  Shortly after I noticed I went from 4-6 cigarettes per day to barely 1 + my appetite has lessened.  Jury still out...but there is hope!"


"This antibotic worked great. It cleared my lungs that was suffering for two years, as a result of getting a infection off a breathing test machine. Took other antibiotic only add a prolong and other things to it then it got so bad the Veteran Admin put me on the doxycycline.

A drug that I will always request for Bone, lung, and other conditions.
"


"The first time I ever had diverticulitis I ended up in the hospital for three days with massive doses of flagyl through an IV. After that I had a couple of bouts of what I thought were UTI's but ended up the start of diverticulitis (which mostly happens when I travel). Because I recognize the symptoms, I am allowed to have a few pills with me at all times just in case and catching the attack soon enough usually only requires a couple of doses. It has been an absolute lifesaver!!!!! I've had to do the routine of many days and add in Cipro, so it's one of those cases where you need to be in tune with what's happening with your body to avoid getting that sick."


"Cepacol spray has worked for me better than any spray or lozenge. Its effectiveness is almost immediate. My problem is that I haven't been able to find this product for a few years. When I didn't have a bottle with me and I bought the other brand of spray, the results were not nearly as effective. I continue to look for Cepacol spray."


"I honestly do not remember my experience much from switching to this BCP a year ago. What I can tell you is I've had NO negative experiences. What I HAVE just found out is you should NOT eat grapefruit (or drink the juice) while taking this pill. I didn't know this and just recently began eating broiled grapefruit for breakfast these last 2 weeks. Well, my cycle did not come and all I had was some spotting. Freaked me out thinking I was pregnant!"


"Developed a flaky skin rash and went to see my OBGYN about it. It became a vicious circle, scratch then it would flake which made me scratch even more, etc. He took several samples and said it was not a rash but dermatitis caused by anxiety. So he prescribed Atarax and told me to take half a pill each day for a month. I didn't even realize I was suffering from anxiety until he mentioned it. So, I have been taking it when I feel anxious (about halfway through my menstrual cycle) and it has helped. No side effects so far and I feel better like taking the edge off and calming me down. "


"I started taking Ocella (generic for Yasmin) at age 22 when I got married. Everything was great for maybe 2 or 3 years. Then I started experiencing numbness in my right leg and left arm. This past year started having TERRIBLE migraines at least once a week.  Due to my family history of breast cancer I decided this past may (6 months ago) to come OFF of Yasmin.  To put in short (GOOGLE IT ! ) .... I had a MENTAL BREAKDOWN this past week thanks to YASMIN/OCELLA !!!!!!!!"


"I'm a 65 year old female who has just been diagnosed with Tourette's Syndrome. Only been on medication 1 week very low dose. I've already gained weight and experienced dull mind also energizing. Orap scares me for my age. My tic is a throaty burping sound. This whole experience is rare and unbelievable. My tic is slowing somewhat."


"I am going on week 4 with the IUD and am going to have to discuss with my doctor whether or not I will keep it in. I'm 29 and have never had children. The insertion process was the worst pain I have ever experience in my life and I consider myself to have a high pain tolerance. I had to spend 30 minutes in the exam room following insertion for my blood pressure to return to normal and to feel okay enough for my husband to get me to the car. I had it done at 8 am and the following morning at 2 am I was in so much pain I was hysterical. No amount of over the counter pain medication could help. Since then I have had severe cramping off and on. I'm on day 4 of my period now and the cramping comes and goes but when it comes it is SEVERE."


"Seroquil worked great, more than great but there always seems to be a catch isn't there?  First, I was not on any other meds and was prescribed 200 mg's out of the gate, which was too much (I'm 5'7, 120 lbs) So I cut it way back and my sweet spot with no hangover was 25 mgs. Took it for nearly two years with no complaints. Here's the catch, the weight gain thing, it crept up on me pretty slow I hardly noticed. I don't own a scale, my eating habits never changed. First 5 lbs, hardly noticed, then 10lb, chalked it up to my age (45). Then I looked pregnant and nothing fit and my entire body from my face to ankles looked bloated. When I ran out of my script I stopped and 4 months later I was back to my normal weight. Sad to see it go.."


"I started to use Privine Nose Drops close to 60 years ago. My doctor recommended this great product for my very frequent allergies, colds, etc. I was a small child then. Over the years, I've always had some on hand and also used it for my son, who also has allergies. No other product is as mild. The rebound effect is much less of a problem with Privine.  I even noticed that one of the over the counter allergy eye drop products contains the same active ingredient.  Now, Privine is discontinued, and I honestly don't know where to go from here. There is nothing else that can take it's place."


"I have had Mirena for going on 4 yr in June and love it!  Insertion was quite uncomfortable... But not bad!  I never have suffered from bad cramps and continue the same (except 1 night having extreme discomfort.)  My boyfriend picked me up from the couch and took me to bed... I was in so much pain.... Constant most horrific cramping... Crying myself to sleep... He wanted to take me to hospital!  And I have had 2 kids 1 vag 1 c sec.  But I just wanted a dark rm and sleep... Woke up the next day normal!  Only bad experience the whole time!  Periods have ceased at moment... But usually monthly until 2 months ago pretty normal until stopped!  But I do recommend and give 10... Even with the 1 night!  Implanon was bad... Constant period!"


"I took this 5 years ago after a colonoscopy for my extreme IBS issues.  It totally changed my life so much. I've been having issues again lately so I'm trying it again for a 2nd time to reset my system. I still have occasional issues,  but NOTHING like it use to be.  This stuff has been a miracle for me!"


"Was prescribed 25mg tablets to treat poison oak discomfort. I have since tripled the recommended dose and still feel itchy as ever. No side effects have been noted either."


"I've had implanon for about 3 years now and it has been super effective with preventing pregnancy but I plan to have it removed soon. I have gained almost 30 pounds, my hair falls out like crazy, and my hormones are so out of wack. I'm constantly feeling lazy, depressed, and suuuuuuper anxious."


"I am 17 years old, 5'1, and 125 pounds when I was originally 105lbs. I started taking Lutera almost exactly 1 year ago. It was my first birth control and the reason I was getting it was because my periods were horrible. There would be days I couldn't go to school because I had to change my pad every couple minutes. Also I planned on being sexually active once it started kicking in. I became sexually active about 3 or 4 months later and it is great with protection. I gained a LOT of weight. I expected to but not this much. It's made me have very low self esteem. ALSO I don't know if it just me or the pill but even though I have been sexually active, it's impossible to have an
orgasm. I want to switch because of the weight gain, but I'm too scared."


"I've been on this birth control for 2 years now and I love it. It is the only birth control I've ever been on and it has not made me gain weight or any of the "usual"  side effects. The only thing I can say is I don't like is that I don't get a period every month. It comes about every 3-5 months. Which sometimes can be very frightening when you have an accident and sometimes birth control does fail but luckily Loestrin 24 hasn't failed me yet."


"First started topamax in 2013 lost 30 lbs on 75mg in 3 mos topamax 25 mg 3 x a day w/30 mg prozac once a da.  Weight went from  278 to 248.  I am 65 year old female obese all my life.  Had experimental  Lap band surgery in 1979. Gained all weight back.  Tried everything and gained back all weight every time.  Can't take diet pills make me too jittery.  After three years stopped topamax because of minor memory loss which I thought was embarrassing.  Stayed on Prozac 30mg and gained all weight back and more up to 291. Now I am really depressed.  Came off Prozac and am back on topamax 25 mg in morning and 25 mg at night only.  Have lost 3 lbs in one week.  So happy.  Would rather walk and feel better physically than remember someones name,"


"Doesn't work for me. Been taking it for 6 months,  1 mg 2x a day. It makes my head really fuzzy."


"I took this medication for anxiety...Particularly because of nighttime anxiety that prevents sleep and then triggers a migraine in the morning. I was on it for 3 months at 1mg nightly. I honestly didn't notice a reduction in anxiety or an increase in sleep. I came off after three months cold turkey after my script ran out. I've had horrible withdrawals from other drugs but not this one! But I have heard stories of it's addiction ruining lives!"


"Been on Paxil for about 1 month starting my second it's been helping me a lot with my panic disorders & social experiences. My mg for Paxil is low 10mg. However, whoever is starting this medication don't get discourage it will take time for Paxil to kick in but it will be worth it at the end just set a daily reminder everyday to take it."


"Recently I have been having VERY bad allergies and went to the doctor. She said that I should try Allegra (not Allegra-D) and that it is available over the counter. I went to the store but could not find any adult 12 hour Allegra. This disappointed me because I knew the 24 hour pills usually don't work. I went ahead and bought the smallest package of pills I could get (5) of the 180mg dosage. I took one and it cleared up my symptoms and made me feel better but that night I woke up after about 4 hours of sleep and could not get back to sleep. I didn't take one the next day as I wanted to get a good nights rest. Yesterday I took another and the same thing happened again. I just want to SLEEP!"


"Prescribed this after a long battle of mysterious illness ending with an IBS-d diagnosis. It worked very well while I was on it but right back to ground zero after. I was never advised to follow any diet, etc., while taking the meds and 1 thing I've recently read is that you need bile to bind to this med to really work. I have trouble with bile and wish I'd been informed of this. I would have tried ox bile with the script. Those whom have not had success maybe consider this."


"when nothing else works long term, this is the one.  Pain to have to watch what you eat since it's an maoi, but it's better than not having it!"


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"Went to the ER this morning with pneumonia.  Was prescribed Cheratussin. Has helped cough a lot. Relieved some pain in ribs. But it did give me a headache and looks like no sleep."


"I've been on Apri for about 2 weeks now. The only side effect I've noticed has been waking up at night or falling asleep at night extremely nauseous, but I assume that's normal because my body is adjusting to the pill. Also, for just being two week I've noticed my boobs are getting somewhat bigger. I'm not complaining though. Lets see how the next couple of months go."


"I'm a 40 year old male who after about 5 yrs of slowly progressing into a grumpy, fat, couch potato, went and got checked for low T.  Results showed it low at 250, with a free T level of 10, so the Dr put me on Axiron at 60 mg per day.  Axiron is the only prescription I have tried, and I have been on it for three months.  Got the three month results today and learned that my T levels (while taking Axiron) have DROPPED to 130 with a free T level of 3.  I never saw the benefits that most of you have.  This is the only place I saw mentioned that others have also had a decline in T while taking Axiron.  I be it is a lot more common than we know."


"Made huge difference in breathing and lessened exacerbations!"