"If Advair is causing side effects in your mouth and throat, TRY RINSING AND GARGLING WITH SALT WATER immediately after using Advair.  This simple process has made Advair tolerable.  And like my doctor says, "You must breathe". "


"I had 10 months clean after being a heavy IV opioid user for years decided to stop on my last case which also prompted me to drug court. Well the judge for some reason put me on vivitrol even with all the clean time and program compliance. To summarise I had planned to exercise and live healthy and that is what was pushing me to stay clean, After getting the shot  I felt empty confused, depressed, no drive, no motivation, no hunger, crippled libido, didn't care much about music movies or anything for that matter, excercising was torture. I asked the doctor if it would mess with my endogenous reward system twice and both times he evaded my question, seek recovery with healthy means develop skills to stay clean don't go be a lab rat for big pharma..go to inpatient"


"I HAD Hep -c 1 for something like 45 years before it was found in my blood stream. I have Diabetes and went in for a normal kidney test. However, when the DR started poking around just like the old fashion Doctors used to do, she realized that my liver and spleen were very enlarged. She proceeded to take a blood test and bingo, she caught my Hep after all those years. A biopsy also determined that I had compensated cirrhosis, which the Dr explained to me that was the very begging stages of cirrhosis, thankfully !!  But in May 2014 I started the 12 week Sovaldi  Olysio treatment plan, The first time I had any treatment at all. In 4 weeks I was undetectable and at my request I was tested last month 18 months still undetectable! No side effects!"


"Was prescribed this after getting a boil drained by my doctor. I have been taking this medicine for 4 days now and I have 6 more to go. Thus far I have experienced an upset stomach, diarrhea, chills, sweats, and insomnia. The boil has got smaller but there is still fluid in it. Hope it goes away soon!"


"I am currently taking 30mg twice a day. I haven't been on it to long, roughly around 4 weeks. During my first few days to a week I had horrible headaches, which slowly started to ease off. Towards the end of my 1st week I started with 2 side effects. Dry skin & dry lips. Nothing to bad. Around the middle of my 2nd week I started breaking out really bad. Which was suspected. Within that time frame I had a few crying spells just bc I felt so ugly. By week 3, my face started clearing up! I haven't had no other side effects. No depression. No mood swings really. I kinda stay bitchy. So that was nothing new. I absolutely love this medicine. I have suffered with acne since I was 14. I am now 25. I use aquaphor for lips and cetaphil face wash."


"I was scared to death to take this medication after four years tapering off of ssri's and benzos but I struggled for four months on two hours or less of sleep each night and finally broke down because my health was failing from the stress of ongoing insomnia. I use 50mg right before bed and I sleep six to eight hours. I have horrible nightmares but I had them even when on no medication. I have daytime side effects of weakness and slight dizziness. I also feel less anxiety but I feel sort of dead inside and no longer smile or laugh. Which, believe it or not I still managed at times with no medication and only two hours of sleep! I am going to continue with this medication for a couple of months and then taper it down if possible."


"After years of pain, I  was diagnosed with fibro about two years ago. I thought I could change my diet and lifestyle to make the pain go away. Using vitamins, going gluten free, light supportive yoga etc. After suffering for about 5 years I finally broke down and went back to my doctor to ask for medication. She gave me savella. I have just completed the graduated starter pack, and let me tell you....work thru the nausea, insomina, dizziness and headaches. I have never felt this good in my life. I still don't have much of an appetite, and get a headache here and there, and from my clothes hanging off of me, I know I have lost weight. (I refuse to own a scale, they are evil!) I start my second month tomorrow, and pray that this continues."


"Neurologist prescribed this for me one week ago at 25mg twice a day.  I've been extremely dizzy before and after taking this, so not sure I can include that as a side effect but the rest...well, I could not stop crying, had extreme thirst, "pins and needles" feeling in my hands, feet, and lips, and was confused.  I guess the plus side of this medicine is that it works right away.  I've stopped taking it today on the advice of my Doctor and am starting to feel better.  I hope this helps someone out there. Good luck everyone!"


"Seems to really help stabilize me. I am not sure how long this medicine has been out for."


"Tremendous reduction in pain.  I have been on the medication since May and have gone from bone shattering pain at the bridge of my nose and between my eyes 24X7 to only two or three bad headaches a week.  I have just had my dose increased to knock even those out, I'll let you know how much better I feel in four months.  I would have given it a 10 if it wasn't for the weight gain."


"After going off of this medication and switching to a less expensive one, I became so fuzzy headed and unclear. It was horrible. Once I went back on it, it took about four weeks for it to start working again. Finally I started seeing things more clearly and things were getting easier to sort out for me. This is my miracle drug. If you have anxiety or any kind of fear, I would recommend this med."


"Im female, 60 & petite - type 1b, F3 - 500,000+ and into 3rd week (started Aug 18th) of 12 for Harvoni.  No other meds and just a one-a-day multi.. So far so good and I did notice some minor things in the first 2 weeks but it has gotten easier.  Within the first few day's my energy increased, my eyes became whiter and what felt like a film over my eyes for years, vanished.  I hadn't associated that with Hep C before.  My skin seems a little dryer but really.. its been easier than I thought.  I drink lots of water and other fluids throughout the day and that seems to help reduce any side effects.  I do feel a little like a lab rat though but will remain cautiously optamistic going forward."


"i am trying to get info on what the max dose should be-I was on eight 80mgs a day-new dr brought me down to three-its not enough-I have been pleading with him for 6 months now-I have been taking them since they first came out and 900 mgs of morphine b4 that-broke my back at 14 I have 6 fused vertebrae with 2 9" herrington rods in my back-2 collapsed discs and full of arthritis I run out early every week I am 65-did all the other things -steroids hydro therapy etc etc-name it I tried I just need 1 pill back per day-any advice?"


"I am 48 & have OA in both thumbs, neck, lower back, both hips, both feet,  & both SI joints. I am prescribed Norco 10's 4x/day & Zanaflax at night. This is the 2nd time my pain management dr has given me samples of Duexis. It is simply Pepcid & Ibruprofin so im not sure as to why some people would say it's so bad,  unless they are have a drug interaction with whatever else they are taking. As for me it didn't help anymore than just taking any other OTC pain reliever. On this 2nd time after starting my feet & ankles have been swollen. I'm gonna stop taking it for a while & see what happens. Might just be a vein issue. My ins would not cover (medicaid of course)"


"Tried Gabapentin 400 mg x 2 Daily for my back pain. I have 18 pieces of metal in my lower back in my L3 L4 and L5. So far my pain level has dropped from a 8 down to a 2. I haven't been this pain free in years, It also helped me with my Insomnia. I take it a hour before bed time and with in a hour I'm able to relax and calm down enough to sleep.This drug really works for me, I hope it helps you,"


"This medicine caused me to have severe anxiety and to feel not like myself. In addition, my throat felt like it was closing up and I more than likely had some type of reaction to this medication. I hated the entire experience being on this medicine.

Try the healthy route of doing FODMAPS in your diet. That has helped me through IBS issues."


"I've been on Kariva for a months now after switching from loestrin (which gave me insane mood swings and heavy discharge). My skin is good, periods are light, cramping is limited and mood is normal. But, my boobs have gotten bigger and I do notice that I have gained some weight in my upper thighs and hips."


"Seroquel has taken away most of my anxiety. I still have fears, but this is  normal. I take 100 mg and I have been on it for about six months."


"Made my blisters worse and didn't  relieve
my pain . It's  too expensive  to not work. Will never buy  again"


"I just had my second shot 6 days ago. I will admit that my pain from the endo is a great deal better than it was. I was a few days late to get my 2nd shot and could feel the symptoms coming back slowly. The side effects are miserable. I don't want to finish out the treatment. Going for a second opinion. Will be trying estradiol today, for the hot flashes, which have been the worst, at least 3 an hour, and all night long. Haven't had any weight gain so far, weight loss, probably because I am so paranoid about gaining.
"


"I've had my skyla in for 4.5 months. The insertion sucked. It was very painful, which was expected, but the sensation of having your cervix opened and something put in it freaks your body out. I had cold sweats, nausea, and was worried I'd faint. About 30-45 minutes later I had horrible cramps, which are expected, I made my uterus very angry. Make sure to take ibuprofen before, and have a couple doses available for that day and the next. a heating pad works awesome too. I was on my period when I had it placed, and it lasted for 10 days after, though the last 6 days were mostly brown colored discharge. month 1 and 2 I had a couple ovariant cysts. All of my periods are 1.5 weeks long, and I have bad acne now. but it works to prevent pregnancy"


"I love this. I don't go all the time and the flow is strong. I had dry mouth in the beginning but that is subsiding. I don't have any other side effects. It feels great to sleep through the night without going. I feel normal again."


"I have been taking Adipex for 11 days now and I have lost 11 pounds.  I am so happy.  I really can't believe it.  I keep checking the scale because I have never been able to lose weight this fast.  I have been doing light exercise but nothing to hard.  I weighed 305lbs when I started now I weigh 294lbs.  My short term goal is to lose 20lbs by the time I go back to the doctor in 2 weeks, but my long term goal is to lose 100lbs."


"After having tried a few other combination depression, pain medicines, this one finally seemed to work, and I got far less tired, or other side affects I'd gotten from the others, so far, I feel this is the best one I've tried, it has also helped with my mood."


"After 2 years of pain after my total knee replacement , I was prescribed every narcotic under the sun, would work for 1-2 weeks then back to pain. I finally went to a pain management doctor and he prescribed the 1.3 Flector patch. Within the first 30 mins experienced relief. I wear two of them one on either side of the knee. I have been on them for one month, I use them for about 10 hrs a day. The only bad side effect I have experienced is massive weight gain. About 15 lbs in only one month. It does warn you on the label about possible fast weight gain. I have always maintained my weight by give or take 5 lbs...but 15lbs in 1 month is absurd."


"I agree with the person who stated there must be a quality control issue as sometimes it feels as if I never took the medicine at all.  Next script I am going to check the capsules just so I can be sure.  Hydration may be an issue as well."


"I've been on this medication for about 4 weeks. I thought it was working really good until everyone started telling me how dark I was getting. I didn't notice it because my face was clearing up but after I while I started noticing I was 5 times darker in my face than my body. Don't take this medicine"


"Absolutely useless! I was prescribed this after having knee surgery (miniscus) @ 1 every 6 hours, 50mg. After the anaesthesia wore off and I ad already taken my first dose of this is was in a lot of pain. I stuck to the prescription anyway. I didn't sleep at all and was up until 4pm the next day when I finally took 600mg of ibuprofen which did 10 times more than this garbage. I have given up on this "pain reliever" and an sticking to ibuprofen. If I could rate this drug other than the scale given I would rate it a -10."


"I have chronic lower and upper back pain.This is the only medication that takes the pain away and allows me to work and go on with my day without pain."


"I suffered from GERD for over 4 years and have tried everything.  I was eating Tums like candy and taking Prilosec.  Then I started with the acid reflux in my sleep and woke up gagging and vomiting.  I had a scope 2 months ago and was told I have high-grade dysplasia Barrett's.  Doctor put me on 60 mg Dexilant daily.  Within 2 days I was in heaven!  Works wonders but now I have diarrhea that is constant.  It started a few days after I started to take it.  Other than that, it works wonders.  I can actually sleep in my bed instead of the recliner."


"I'm a Black woman who has mild acne (closed comedones on forehead and cheekbones), oily/combo skin, prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I began using Biacna (equivalent to Ziana) regularly in November or December of 2016, once a day at night, making sure to apply at least SPF 40 every morning. It is now May of 2017, 5 months later, and my mild acne has spread all over my face - my forehead, all of my cheeks, and my chin are regularly covered in tiny bumps, and when those resolve, they are replaced with more tiny bumps. I think it is safe to say that this product is not working for me, since my acne has only gotten steadily worse over time, with no improvement. I will use this product for one more month."


"I find it very effective much better than synthetic drugs. Feel much better taking it."


"I got Skyla about a month ago and so far nothing crazy has happened. I have almost zero pain tolerance so the insertion sucked. It was a lot of pressure but pretty bearable up until he went to measure my cervix and was actually inserting the Skyla. I also haven't had any kids so that also plays a factor. I had some pretty bad cramps the day of and the day after but nothing after that. The only real complaint I have about it is the nonstop bleeding and spotting. It went on for about 3 weeks and finally stopped a few days ago. It's nice to not have to worry about taking a pill every day or going to get a shot every 3 months. If you're considering it go talk to your OBGYN about your options and DO NOT go just off of what others say!"


"After having sex for the first time and not using a condom, I picked up Take Action 2 hours after and ladies it definitely works! I was super stressing out because I was 2 days late but it's better than being pregnant. But I'm having the worst cramps ever and extreme nausea to the point were I have no appetite. Nonetheless, it's a life saver!"


Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation

"No more blood checks, bruising not as bad with Praxada."


"sore extremely sore nipples moody tired so tired"


"I am on my third week, 20mlgm first two now 40. Doc plans on two weeks at 40 then 80. I:m not sure if I will stay there or what just yet. The only side effect thus far was about a week of lightheadedness upon rising, which has since subsided. I do believe the depression doesn't feel quit as heavy and the three hours I do sleep were better sounder sleep. I have tried everything there is and this is wook for a whole then side effects outweigh bennifit or just stop working. I am hoping that the seemingly quick response continues. This could be the one. Hopefully the saratonin reuptake adds to it's effectiveness. Waiting to see../"


"I was afraid to take this medication I went online and looked it up and read so many bad things about it hair loss memory loss etc ... I am so glad I went ahead and gave it a try for myself I think it's a miracle drug ! It's helped stabilize my mood, taken away my migraines and even helped me lose a few pounds !!! I haven't had any negative side effects at all from it ! I know it's effects everyone differently and for me personally it's been great I love it!"


"Minimal side effects, works extremely well as a mood stabilizer (this after a history of 12 years on psychiatric medication with intermittent success)."


"It’s now six months since my psychiatrist switched me to 150mg daily of this drug from 40mg Escitalopram, which had worked for me but quite suddenly ceased to be effective - so much so that I became intent on suicide. Instantly, I became a zombie – constantly exhausted, irritable, unable to concentrate, loss of sexual function and basically subsisting from day to day. Whilst I now felt too lethargic to even contemplate suicide, my doctor thought these side-effects were unusual and so we tried halving the dosage, but 75mg proved inadequate and just made me feel wired. Since adjusting the dosage to 112.5mg, however, I feel so much better and all of the initial side-effects have since abated, so for me, getting the dosage right was crucial."


"Day 5 - cigarettes are making me sick. Can't smoke anymore. Just quit after 20 years."


"Been constipated for 2 days now. Bought the cherry flavor and took the indicated at night by the morning have never felt so good felt the bloating go away also. Poop my guts out "


"I'm 37 and was always healthy and pain free till 1 yr ago. I started having pain in my feet and heals, and my stomach & bowels, it got worse gradually. I started having pain in my left wrist, ankles, knee, shoulders and neck, even a couple of my toes also had a fever off and on. I had swelling and couldn't even walk. I had no idea what was going on till I went to a rheumatoid doc and he found out I had ankylosing spondylitis.  He started me on enbrel and I stayed off my feet for a week resting my body.  I got better and better ever week no pain at all. I just now am noticing my feet hurting, one knee and by shoulders and very fatigue .  I'm praying that the medicine  is still working.  It's been exactly a yr since I started the enbrel."


"Best thing I've ever done, tried every other possible way to stop & this is the only thing that has broken my nine year daily drinking habit, I couldn't recommend it highly enough to anyone out there that just can't stop. I take it at night as it makes me drowsy but suits me as it now serves as a sleeping pill as well, a bit dizzy & nauseous in morning but early days. I take 1/2 tablet - 50mg every second night"


"I have been taking  Invokana   100mg for 1 yr
No side effects blood sugar 5.2
Lost 60lbs  I feel great . I just pee 5x a night"


"Medicine worked ok, but had to stop using because it caused serious liver problems.  The benefits definitely DID NOT outweigh the risk."


"I am very satisfied taking Lamictal 100mg daily. For the last two years from my most recent manic attack, I have not experienced any bad side effects about the pill.

Unlike Depakote and Seroquel, it gave me a massive weight gain.
Lamictal is good for people if you are not getting any rashes.

I give this drug a rating of 9 for its efficacy."


"The only noticeable effect was that it made me extremely sleepy. Did not work in the slightest."


Bismuth subcitrate potassium / metronidazole / tetracycline

"I'm on day 9.  Number one side effect for me has been inability to focus on one thought for more than a few seconds, which has affected my work.  It really is a brain fogger!  On day 5, the metallic taste/sour mouth was pretty awful all day, but it abated gradually over last few days.  If I don't drink a lot of water (20 oz or more) with each dose, my urine is very dark, which is scary, but drinking more water does help.  I agree with the comments that you should eat a full meal with each dose, even at bedtime.  It is rough doing the schedule and getting in the food, water and pills four times a day.  On a few days I had to set an alarm and get back up at midnight or 1 am to take the last dose.  Stick with it, power through the 10 days."


"I was at my wits end with trying to lose weight. My doctor prescribed Adipex. I started on October 11/2011 as 01/2012 I have lost a total of 45 pounds! I weighed 259 I'm now 215 I would like to lose a total of 104 pounds. I am very healthy, workout out five days a week using a combination if walking /running five miles, high impact cardio, weights, and household chores.
I love the new me. My advice is please don't depend solely on the pill you must do your part."


"Myrbetriq 25 mg worked immediately and helped decrease urinary frequency about 25%, while  increasing volume of urine 27%.  However, it also increased my frequency of ocular migraines  (visual disturbance).  So my Urogynocologist did not increase the dosage to further decrease my frequency and after 1.5 months, I stopped taking it.  I'm disappointed.  This is the third drug I have taken that I could not tolerate the side effects.  Now my other options are posterior tibial nerve stimulation or botox."


"I switched from Cymbalta which has never done anything great for me.  As soon as I started Fetzima people started saying they saw a difference in me.  I don't know what I would have done without Fetzima.  For the first time since I can remember I feel like a regular human being.  I have horrible social anxiety and if I can make myself get out there I do very well now.  I no longer keep silent and feel like I shouldn't have the right to speak.  I just feel normal like everyone else.  I feel happy and normal.  All thanks to Fetzima.  My blood pressure has gone up but all I did was quite my coffee and caffeine.  Actually I took up green tea which has caffeine but my blood pressure is down now.  I'd gladly give that up to feel as good as I do."


"I've been on Cymbalta for many years after my doctor had tried a number of antidepressant medications.  It has worked wonderfully for me and kept me on an even keel since I began taking it.  I am lucky that I had a good experience with this medication."


"I had 65% coverage of my body with thick plaque psoriasis. PUVA, methaltrexate, every cream in the book....no improvement. Was fortunate enough to join the clinical trials for stelara in 2005, have been injecting 90 mg every 3 months since then.  I am 99.9% clear with no flare ups and PA under control. No side effects that I can recognize. To me Stelara is a life changer."


"Miracle drug! The side effects can be daunting at first, like tingling/numbness in extremities that won't stop for hours, but if you increase your water intake substantially and power through, it's totally worth it.

My daily tension headaches are 90% gone, which is huge for me. It didn't do much in terms of overall muscle pain reduction or the daily body aches, but I did lose over 30 pounds in four months. I stopped drinking all carbonated drinks (because it makes them all taste super flat weirdly) and definitely am not as hungry as I used to be, so that's just a bonus."


"I suffered a lot with my sweaty armpit and because of this sweat it became too smelly so I have to wear a black or sometimes two shirts. I'm so embarrassed with this situation. I feel ashamed with my self to go near with other people because they could smell me so my mother go out to ask some pharmacist to cure my problem and they recommend DRICLOR and I've been using it for a week and the sweat stop and so has the smell.  Thanks with this  medicine because of this my life changed a lot."


"This cream is causing stinging and burning. "


"I got into a burnout and had anxiety, depressive and obsessive thoughts. I couldn't sleep anymore. My Doctor initially prescribed Paxil but the side effects were horrible so she switched me to Lexapro. My symptoms gradually went away over a month. The only side effect I had was mild weight gain which I could not sweat off until I quit the medication.

I stayed on Lexapro for just over a year while I also did CBT. I gradually quit over a 6-wk period with no withdrawal symptom.

Lexapro litteraly saved my job, relationship and my sanity. I only have good comments to say about this drug."


"I started off on 10mg per day, which was able to make my depression much better. After about a week I started to feel 'numb', not in a good way. I had no emotions at all and hadn't helped my anxiety even a little. 20mg was much worse and made me feel the worst I have ever felt. After weaning off that, I was prescribed 100mg of Wellbutrin SR, and after only a few days I'm feeling much happier and have much more motivation with no side effects."


Aspirin / butalbital / caffeine / codeine

"I have taken this product, when it became available, for years. I had started with Fiorinal 111 for Migraines 37 years ago, it's my understanding the Ascomp w/codeine is a generic form of the Fiorinal 111.

I can not live without this product as I have from 4 - 15 or more Migraines a month. Since I have started taking them daily the Migraines have been reduced to 5-6 a month and not as sever as they were previously.

I just do not understand how the price has escalated so much just in the past 8 - 10 yrs. I used to pay $7.00 for 100 capsules and now since I am taking 2 a day a 3 mo. supply (180) capsules are $277.00 and my part D (medicare) will pay nothing toward the cost."


"Belsomra offers a voucher for FREE (10 days of 10mg, 10 days of 15mg and 10 days of 20mg) so I tried them all and now I am going to use the voucher for $3 ($90 a month) a pill if your insurance requires a payment of more than $150 and $1 ($30 a month) a pill if insurance requires a payment of less than $150 since I haven't met my deductible.   I was just visiting this site to see how long it takes for the dosage to level off since I am feeling a little drowsy on the 20mg. So if you need to try it to save a little money use the vouchers.  I love this pill since I was taking amitriptyline before and was always so exhausted the next day.  I think I will try the 20mg for the month and back down to the 15mg if I am exhausted by the next refill"


"Flagyl is one of the worst bitter taste medicine I ever got. However, it does helps me feel better after I finish a 7days course, but my first 4 days was extreme bad. Headaches, adominal pain, dry mouth, lost of taste and appetite. Worth it or not I am still not sure. But I know that it make my man have allergic reaction after sex that worried me even more."


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


"I have PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and endometriosis. When I am in the hospital they always give me a low dose 0.5mg in IV form and it takes the pain away for 3-4 hours. They tried morphine but that only last for literally 30 minutes. It makes me sleep good and the pain is gone for like I said 3-4 hours. IV push every 4 hours. It's a miracle drug!"


"I got prescribed 0.5mg of Xanax, that I take once a day. My wife had just died. My anxiety was so bad I would not leave the house nor would I barely eat. It made me feel alive again and I'm able to function, and get out and socialize like a normal person again. I actually have a appetite now, and I'm getting good sleep again, which I haven't felt in a long time. Xanax really saved my life."


"I have used Excedrin for approximately 15 years and it does the trick in probably about 95% of my headaches. There are a few that it does not stop but the trick really is taking it at the first sign of a headache and not waiting. Usual relief comes in approximately 15 to 20 minutes."


"This medication has changed my life. I have been on Wellbutrin XL 150mg for 3 months. From being completely reserved and unable to motivate myself to socially interact, I am now willing and able to easily socialise. I have lost close to 10kg in this time as well. I also had debilitating anxiety and paranoia which are just no longer featuring in my daily life. I am able to exercise and workout with excitement and enjoyment again and find it hard to imagine how bad my coping skills were before this med. it also increased my mental alertness and ultimately my confidence. No side effects, doesn't even feel like you are taking medication."


"Hadn't had a bowel movement in 3 days (I usually go once in the morning so this was abnormal for me) and had pain in my stomach. Doctor prescribed Dulcolax. I read the reviews on here and was a bit apprehensive. Nevertheless, I took it as prescribed. One 5mg tablet before bed with a full glass of water. I woke up about 9 hours later with that feeling like I had to go - and I did! This is a good medication, I only experienced some slight cramping after I went. 2 days later and my bowels are back to normal. Thank you Dulcolax!"


"I have used Rythmol or Propafenone for over 13 years for atrial fibrillation with good results. I'm taking 225mg twice a day. I drink lots of coffee with no problems.  Alcoholic beverages will trigger my atrial fibrillation 95% of the time so I know longer drink. Wine seems to be the worst culprit. I have thought about an ablation but since the Rythmol works so well, I'm hesitant to have the procedure."


"Reading the effects some folks have had brings me right back to 1993. I was 2 months pregnant with my son, who is now 23. I was vomiting so badly and was given compazine as a suppository. It worked wonders for the first 2 days. My 3rd day was a trip to HELL! I was on the phone with my mom and my words started slurring. I then started having uncontrollable muscle spasms in my face. My upper and lower jaw started moving in opposite directions so severely that I had to hold my face in place screaming in pain! My husband had to rush me to the ER in the middle of a snow storm. It was a horrific experience and I can not believe that this drug still exists!
I was told that compazine is used as a component in other drugs, BEWARE!"


"Started taking Ambien 5 years ago while I was in nursing school. I would sometimes only get 45 minutes of sleep without it. With it I could easily sleep 8  hours. It worked amazingly well. Now, 5 years later, it seems I have built up quite the tolerance and sometimes need to take 2 just to make me half sleepy. Another problem is my doctor does not like to give me refills as this medicine is meant for short term use. He does refill it, but only after a long lecture every month."


"I was prescribed Vicoprofen after I had some wisdom teeth surgically removed.  I have to admit, it worked great.  I was in some serious pain, and could tell EXACTLY the minute it started to wear off.  But soon as I took another, the pain was gone within minutes.

I can see where it would be habit-forming, as it does give me a warm and fuzzy feeling.  Kind of euphoric, I guess.  Just be careful and only allow yourself to take it when you really need it.

My only complaint is... yes... it does leave you a little constipated for a day or so after you've used it.  Get yourself some Dulcolax or something if you're going to be on it for any prolonged period of time."


"Prescribed paxil for depression, anxiety and OCD of contamination. I took 10mg of paxil for 1.5 months. I experienced no side effects, which was the only upside. I experienced PPDA only 1 month after my first and only son was born. As a 1st time mom I thought everything I was experiencing was typical, until I began having suicidal thoughts and resorted to self harm, all taking a toll on my relationship w/ my son and husband. Waited for 10 months to finally get help. While taking paxil at first I felt better and more connected to my baby until two weeks later I noticed I felt EXTREMELY unmotivated, lazy, zombieish and uncaring. I went from one extreme with OCD to never cleaning anything ever. So I felt just as depressed as before."


"I have been on this for 6 months and only have one issue with it. I gained 10 pounds after being on it for 1-2 months, but have been able to get that 10 down to 5. But no matter how healthy I eat or how much I exercise, I cannot lose that extra 5. Other than that, I have had no issues. It has not affected my mood or sex drive, and I haven't had any headaches or anything like others have mentioned. It actually cleared up acne on my chin so I have a clear face now that the dermatologist couldn't even clear up because chin acne is usually all hormonal. From what I've heard, if you had an abnormal (whether it be painful or irregular) period before trying this, you should NOT take it or it will affect you. I had a very regular period before."


"This is my first month with Nuva Ring. The first week was awful. I had nausea and headache. It lasted for a full week. I was about to take it out, but I didn%u2019t. Now I am at the 3rd week and I don%u2019t have nausea or headache. I didn%u2019t want to tell my hubby about the Nuvaring to see if he could notice it. He said that he felt something there. I read before that you could take it out for less than 3 hours and still are protected. So next time I am doing that. Also, while we were having sex it felt really warm/hot inside, so I would say that is a good idea (for me anyways) to remove it before sex."


"I still sweat more than the average person but it is decreased enough soo can wear normal clothing and not sweat through them everyday"


"I bled, oh did I bleed. I had baseball sized clots falling out of me. For months. Let that sink in. Got through that and started having irregular periods, never knew how long they'd last or how heavy they'd be. They'd go away for a day or two and come back full force. No big deal. I had a long standing boyfriend and we dealt with it. The weight gain...oh lord. I gained close to 40 pounds in a year, despite being on a ketogenic diet and working out. I couldn't shed it. I hated it. Then came the mood swings. When I say mood swings, I mean it felt like I wasn't even being treated for my Bipolar (which was controlled for over a year btw). I was scared of myself, others were scared of me.

I'm done. Being removed 12/28!!! Couldn't be happier."


"I've got one word that pains me to say...ACNE! I thought my acne subsided for good by senior year of high school but I'm now 21 and experiencing major cystic acne again. And the beginning of the flare ups were about 1 month in to starting the nuvaring. This alone makes me want to get off it, but I've also expirienced a definite emotional bump lately and I've been extremely lethargic. It's a shame too, because it was really convienient for me to use."


"I started using Privine drops in 1966. I started using the spray when it came out several years later. I am still using the spray to this day. Why? Because it works. It does not irritate my nasal membrane like other brands that I tried. Insight pharm has discontinued manufacture of the spray, that is sad. However the drops may still be obtainable."


"After trying many different anti-depressants and sleep aids with little to no results, my doctor put me on 75mg of Amitriptyline for severe postpartum depression and anxiety with insomnia.  This was the miracle I needed. I sleep really well now am back to my happy,healthy self.

I have dry mouth as a side effect, but I have learned to chew gum and use biotene at bed time. This regimen has made that one side effect tolerable and I don't mind it, considering what this medicine has done for me. I workout regularly and watch what I eat so I have not experienced any weight gain."


"Miracle medicine. I had horrible cystic acne about ten years ago and Accutane is the only medicine that worked-and I had tried everything. I was so depressed, no self esteem, avoided people, mirrors. The most depressing thing in life is not feeling able to participate. I just wanted to hide. Also, the acne was very painful. There was no concealing this type of acne with makeup. Anyways, Accutane cleared it up COMPLETELY. The side effects were minimal-dry lips. Even if I have health issues in the future, which I'm sure I won't, I will never regret taking Accutane."


"Extremely effective and few side effects, which unfortunately include impotence."


"Before being on the patch, I took two different birth control pills and was on the Nuvaring. I had a lot of problems with those which I'm not facing with the patch (acne, extreme tiredness, moodiness, yeast infections, bacterial vaginitis, weight gain, etc). I'll admit that I've had pretty bad cramps and extreme changes in my mood when my period comes. I feel a little out of whack, but it's worth it compared to the alternative side effects I've experienced! The first day of a new patch, I'm always extremely tired and a bit nauseous as well. It also does leave a sticky ring and cause irritation, but it doesn't bother me. You can see a few faded square marks on my back from previous weeks.. a little weird. Overall, the best birth control I've experienced so far! Easy, reliable, etc."


"I got the Nexplanon in September of 2013. I have had no period til recently (July 2015). It will I for two weeks then stop for about 4 days then start up again.  I have also gained an extreme amount of weight, 65 lbs, and I can't get it off of me to save my life.  I'm going back to the Gyno next week but this is the most dreadful experience ever right now and I'm not scheduled to get it out til next September.  (2016)"


"I started Sprintec for my endometriosis in November. My cramps are less severe, my acne has improved. So as far as my condition is concerned, the medicine works. However, the negative effects TOTALLY OUTWEIGH the positive. I haven't had a decent nights sleep in almost a month, I am horribly depressed, I cry several times a day, and nauseated whenever I don't eat right away. "


"Ambien is like a little piece of heaven in a pill. I have been on 12.5 Cr since 2009. Before this I tried all the others. Ambien is the only drug that helps me fall asleep. I  recommend  this drug."


"I've been on NuvaRing for 4 months and so far it's been decent. I've been on roughly 8 different types of pill form contraceptives and had a variety of side effects from most of them, so my doctor finally suggested NuvaRing. I did have some side effects (mild bloating, headaches, irregular period, acne) however, most have subsided or become tolerable. Most of the side effects I've experienced are typical for me, especially for the first few months after switching to a new brand. Overall it's great and convenient, stays in place and makes life easier."


"I have been prescribed Tramadol 50mg tablets to be taken 2 tablets at once every 6 hours a day and have been on this medication for 3 months now. Suffering from chronic neck and head pain for 3 years with no final diagnosis except for maybe possible whiplash or stress related, I have not recieved any help from numerous physicans I constantly visited. After countless failed non-opioid pain medications and physical therapy sessions I was prescribed Tramadol a synthetic opiod pain medication. 1st month had full pain relief with no problems, 2nd month I developed a tolerance and had to take 2 every 4 hours, 3rd month I am getting little to no relief and stopped taking it, which has me in withdrawal and pain. I do not recommend Tramadol at all."


"I have been on this for about 3 months now. I have been moody, gained weight and feel overall not good. I am so bloated at times and my breasts hurt all throughout the month."


"This medicine has literally helped so much,  I take it with my Adderall but on occasions I'm out of Adderall this is where this medicine is awesome it helps withdrawals,  my mood energy I think it's one of the best medicine is out there"


"I have had the IUD for 3 years total. At first I had cramping and bleeding for the first two months, which I read is normal. But lately I have had other issues with the IUD. I have had severe cramping, bloating, mood swings, little or no sex drive and frequent milky white discharge throughout the day. I am thinking about getting it removed very soon because the cramping has gone on for 2 weeks straight, it feels as if someone is stabbing me in the lower abdomen. I am scared about getting it removed because I have never had a child but my doctor told me it was fine to have implanted."


"I'm 48. First time I had an anxiety in the grocery store, and a few other times, it scared me, did not want to feel that feeling again. I checked with my Doctor and he prescribe me this medication. I was very nervous to take such a thing, because I've never been on this or any other medicines. So he started me on a small dose. I've been on for 4 weeks now. The first 2 days I had some side affects with a headache and not sleeping. On the 3rd day the side affects went away. The 5th day I started to feel good to go outside, walk the dog, just to get out of the house and get back to normal things that I used to do. I'm very happy that I started this medicine. I'm hoping that I won't have to take it for long. The medicine is awesome! Wish you well!"


"No after effects."


"Right now Ive taken my first pill today so far so good  I have about six cig's left today then I plan on doing this with the help of the chanix  Ive tryed everything eles to quit and its never worked so this is my last try  Keep me in your prayers"


"I was recently prescribed this when I went to the doctor for a SEVERE (migraine-like) sinus headache. It is expensive but totally worth every penny! It works right away - you can feel the congestion/stuffiness breaking up immediately! I take this 2 times per day along with Allegra D-24 hour 1 time a day. I went from having the severe sinus headaches every single day to getting one maybe once per month. I also posted under the Allegra category - that works wonders!"


"I am finishing my third pack of Sronyx and I love it. I didn't really have any problems adjusting. The first month I did experience breast pain, one week of irritability and just a couple days of spotting. I had a couple of zits pop up around my period when I was off of the active pills. By the end of the second month my skin is fine! I can honestly say this is a really good starter birth control pill. The low dose of hormones makes the transition very easy. My advice, of course you will most likely experience some sort of side effect because of the hormones. Don't let the fear of a couple of zits or a few hormonal days keep you from trying it. It's worth it."


"47 yr. old male with light skin (Irish) here.  Was reluctant to try and put it off for years.  Finally, this summer my doctor talked me into it.  It was rough, no doubt.  The first few days of session one, nothing - then it began.  Cold-like symptoms lasted about a week (sore throat, cough) and face was pretty beat up just as advertised the rest of session one and into the beginning of the two-week off window.  I wore a hat when outside or in public - that helped.  Took about 5 days after session one to go back to normal, but wow!  There was a lot of Actinic Keratosis spots I had no idea I had.  Praise God I did it. 2nd session about the same happened, just not as bad.  All-in-all, it's only a few weeks and is better than denial and death."


"Did not work for me. But then I have not found anything that works for me."


"I needed to get past a plateau in my weight loss journey, my doctor said that she recommended Contrave. First day was awesome. I felt very relaxed and only had a small appetite. Second day, no appetite, feeling doped up, and a little bit of nausea. Third day was absolute hell. I have never felt that awful in my life. Literally could not move. Husband said I looked like I was on my death bed. I definitely see how one would lose weight in that condition! Giving up and going to try phentermine. Have had several friends have great success on it. Praying for less side effects than the awful experience I had on Contrave."


"Worst bc pill ever. I've been on a few different pills and i've never had a bad reaction until i took this one. I was getting my period twice a month and had awful mood swings."


"I've been on Epiduo for quiet some time now. I went from using it everyday to once a week! It's super effective and I LOVE it! I recommend Epiduo to everyone with acne. I used to have a face full of acne now I only have like one or two pimples. Epiduo is amazing!"


"I don't know about the efficacy of this vaccine but I had no issues with the shot itself. It stung maybe slightly more than a flu vaccine but not bad. I had no other side effects. I got it in my 20s. My son got the vaccine too and his experience was similar - no issues. It seems to be a well-researched vaccine with a good safety record and HPV is so common these days that I think it's a good idea."


"I was prescribed Robaxin 750mg x 3 daily for muscle spasms via my pain management dr tho I wasn't aware I was having muscle spasm in my lower back. I had failed laminectomy L4/L5 with several back injections post to help with the pain. Nothing has worked. Was on NucyntaER and Oxy 7.5/325  3x daily -this worked beautifully.  Dr changed oxy to 5mg & replaced Robaxin 750 x3.   I  only taken 3 and I have suffered multiple charlie horses in my legs and toes; my leg remains stiff and I am terrified more spasm activity. Already my quality of life has changed for the worse. I am afraid to continue this drug. This is the only thing that has changed and I never had spasms before! Why would I take more?"


"This pill cause me to gain 10 lbs, strip me of my natural lubricant (dry during sex), abnormal discharge, and irregular periods (I wouldn't have a period for 3 months straight. There was two pros to this pill which prevented me from pregnancy 100% and clears my skin of acne. I did stop taking this pill because of the amount of cons, I switched to a higher dosage bcp and dropped 5 lbs so far :)"


"After a stroke at 36 years old it became quite apparent I needed to quit. There was no way I could do it on my own though. I only smoked 1.5 packs per day but they were menthol and I inhaled them very deeply. Waking my wife up at night coffing for about an hour along with the stroke I figured what the hell.

She said I was quite nasty while I was on it ( 2 months ) but I really don't remember it. I did however eat a pill on an empty stomach once and thought it was burning a hole in my stomach that went on for about three hours.

Chantix saved my life it's been 12 years and still going.

Thanks Chantix Creators

Doug"


"I'm a 27 year old Female weighing 235 I started this medication 01/06/2017 as of today 01/23/2017 I am down to 222! This medicine has really helped me change my eating habits and stick with it. I love the energy it gives me and I always feel "ready" for my day.. not sluggish anymore.. I LOVE IT. my goal is 170lbs.. hoping I can reach my goal"


"I have taken Prozac for about fifteen years. No more cyclical valleys of depression followed by highs. Capable of handling extreme stress, exercising, weekly sex - reduced libido. My weight has stayed the SAME. The two to three times of exercising a week is all it takes to be healthy. Only downside is acting out dreams 3-4 times a year and kicking legs while sleeping. The dreams I can't predict. The kicking legs can be sensed in early evening and I just take two Liquid Advils to subdue them. Life Is Good!"


"The main reasons I started taking birth control was for heavy cycles and acne. I was taking Gianvi for a few years and it was awesome.... until the effects began to decrease. So my nurse practitioner switched me over to Blisovi. IT IS HORRIBLE! My acne has come back with a vengeance! It's cystic around my jaw line and random spots on my face. Mood swings? I seriously feel like I'm 8 different people. I'm extremely sensitive & irritable or I'm full of energy & enthusiastic. During the first month, I just figured it was because my body was adjusting. Currently on month three and its getting worse. Has anyone else had issues with insurance coverage for this one? I'm paying almost $100/ mo for this b/c. Maybe its just my plan."


"I used 10 mg zopidem for 7 years. It worked like a charm.  I went from 10 to 15 to 20 mg of this new stuff.  Nothing. I'm just going to have to go one week Belsomra and 45 mg mirtazapine and one week zolpidem. I had such high hopes. But doesn't get rid of my sleep anxiety."


"I have been on doxy almost three weeks and have seen no improvement whatsoever. Absolute waste of time, I do not recommend it."


"I have been taking it for 3 days now in the morning and it is making me fall a sleep in the day. Have to eat something before I take it."


"Pros: very light to practically no bleeding, period only lasts 1 or 2 days, not pregnant (the main goal), clear skin (at first), breasts grow.
Cons: decrease in sex drive, tender breasts, lack of energy, blurred vision (like how your eyes are first thing when you wake up in the morning), weight gain, hot flashes at night, breasts growing (I am already a big girl with DD breasts)...less is more, the clear skin I had in the beginning is now not so clear. I started on the pill for 2 reasons. 1.) because I wanted to prevent pregnancy and 2.) because I had constant HEAVY bleeding.  It would go on for months without a break and this pill has made it so that I barely bleed at all."


"My doctor switched me from Marvelon to Apri about 7 months ago. I suddenly started gaining weight, no change in diet and probably more exercise. It has made my periods fairly regular but I cannot afford to gain anymore weight because it is affecting my overall health. I am considering getting off Apri and choosing a different pill."


"I am here to talk about the pain. My experience was very traumatizing for me but that has everything to do with personal issues and some past experiences and nothing to do with the procedure. The beginning of the visit was like a normal pelvic exam visit. Little discomfort when I was being cleaned and prepped, the insertion of the device was the worst pain, feeling more like a strong contraction that just a period cramp. I am 26 and have one child. My Dr has told me that naturally I am very small and tight (I tore when I gave birth to my son) so that was a contributing factor in the pain. I look at it like getting a tattoo or piercing; 10 minutes (not even) worth of pain for 3 years of knowing you are safe. It was worth it to me."


"I have had the iud 2 times. The first time I had no problems very little cramping, very light to no bleeding. I went in 2012 after my son was born to get it again, and this time it was horrible. I had a lot more pain when inserted. I went back into for a checkup with my doctor to make sure it was in place, and he couldnt see it or feel the strings. So he told me that my body rejected it. So I thought he meant it fell out. I ended up going to the pill, and happen to be pregnant with my 3rd child. In 2015 I went to a chiropractor and had an xray done, and low and behold the iud was still in me. Looked like it was inside the uterus too. Now I am having to face the possibility of having surgery to get it out. My 3rd child was early and in nicu"


"I've been taking Tri-Sprintec for 3 years and I don't have any complaints. I can predict when my period is going to come almost up to the hour so it's very nice knowing exactly when I'm going to start. Also, my periods are much shorter (4-5 days) and lighter (I only need a regular absorbency tampon on my heaviest day). I virtually have no cramps and slight breast tenderness each month. Most importantly I've never gotten pregnant and I've been sexually active the whole time I've been taking this pill. "


"Nothing else worked except this 2mg dose without side effects.

It wore off after 6 hours. Given  post surgery use, but could have helped longer since everything else caused migraines."


"I am 19 years old, turning 20 next month, and i have panic disorder for a long time. Im gay and my life was not easy at all, my dad doesnt support me and then i got also depression. I take this medication for about 2 years now and i can tell you: it works so good and it saved my life. I was afraid of going out in public, working, etc. My life was terrible with all my anxiety attacks and that was destroying my life. If you feel the same, talk to your doc and ask for xanax, but DO NOT TAKE without prescription. IT IS a drug and you must control it!!!!"


"Combipatch took away flashes within 2 weeks, nausea and headaches. I don't like to take any medicines at all, but the symptoms of menopause were affecting my life. I am on the lightest dose."


"I've been a cold sore sufferer for years. Growing up, I used to get outbreaks at least ten times a year, unfortunately, Valtrex wasn't around. About a year and a half ago, I got a terrible cold sore, while really sick, and it was my most painful and depressing one I've ever gotten. I went to the doctors and he then prescribed me Valtrex. I filled it right away. Even though my sore was full blown, ugly, and visible, he directed me to take 2g and then another 12 hours later another 2 grams. So I did exactly what he said. I woke up the next morning and what a difference. A sore I would of had for two weeks, was already completely scabbed overnight. Two weeks turned to six days, if that."


"I switched to this pill because I was on Sprintec before. It caused weight gain, and I developed several cysts on my breasts after 2 months of taking it. I rate Loestrin 24 Fe average. The Pros for ME: My period comes for only a day or not even at all. Cleared up all the acne on my back and chest, still break out on my face, but that's normal for me. Cons: Reshaped my whole body, my butt/legs grew even bigger which are my problem areas. I gained 30lbs with Sprintec in a span of 6 months, but I took 20lbs of it off in a whole semester. On Loestrin, I'm trying to lose the other 10, and I cannot lose weight (and plus I've gained 5 back). I'm constantly hungry all the time. I'm going to the gyno next week and switching birth controls after using for a year."


"Does very little to deal with my pain.  I have both muscle and joint pain and it deals poorly with both."


"After living on doxcycline for 2 years,finally found winning combo for MY perimenopausal hormone/stress induced SEVERE CYSTIC acne! Everytime I got off doxycycline, face worsened within 2 months (scarred and inflammed) than when I started. Would take 3 months of being back on the antibiotic, along with the retin A/hyperpigmentation combo cream that my derm helped develop before scarring became less noticeable. Doxycycline worked well (compared to clindamycin/minocycline/ OTC/proactive system and all salicylic acid, etc.); but, didn't want to live on antibiotics. 3 months changed to Bactrim & Aczone.  Within 2 months, as if I never had acne at all.  No scars. Aczone & MD's cream only for last month. No CYSTS or pimples. CLEAR SKIN!!"


"Good."


"I am 16 years old and have been sweating like crazy since I started middle school. I always had to wear jackets and loose fitting shirts to hide my sweat stains. I was embarrassed to tell my mom, but I had enough. I talked to my mom about it and she told me that I should mention it to my doctor on the next visit. Which was luckily the next day. My doctor gave me Hypercare. I am on day 4 and it has helped a lot. The little "dab-o-meter" that came with it doesn't work so I have to dab my finger in it and apply it to my underarms. The first day it burned a little and stung but nothing too much. But on the 3rd day It was hard to fall asleep it was so itchy I couldn't take it, but I managed. Hypercare so far has done wonders for me."


"I had horrible side effects including severe indigestion, diarrhea and vomiting."


"I have strugged a lot from psychosis worsened by Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP)/Variegate Porphyria(VP). Originally, it was thought that I was a High-Functioning Schizophrenic, with various other labels. Thorazine, when it was first used on me, was to calm me down when I was on the brink of a Blackout Rage, effectively knocking me out, and for a while after I woke up, the hallucinations were surprisingly minimized.
Once released from that facility, I was on a treatment haitus. Later, I was prescribed Thorazine again. It didn't make it all go away. But it helped take the edge off and help me maintain control."


"Did not work the first night, was awake all night, felt so bad I called in sick the next day. It took about 3 nights before it did anything at all. Lunesta is a much better choice. My insurance won't even cover generic lunesta, somebody must be getting paid off."


"I take zoloft and the mix was a nightmare!!! it made me more agitated than I normally am ever! beware!"


"I have a depressive disorder called disthymia, post traumatic stress disorder and have been struggling with sleep/insomnia for a while.
I was on zopiclone and tamazepam often put could only take them 3 days at a time with a break as to not become addicted to them etc.

After a few months of this my doctor gave me Amitriptyline and it also boosts my anti depressant. I have a couple of pills at about 8 or so and its been great.
I fall asleep at the right times - start yawning around 11pm, jump into bed and get to sleep. I wake up about 7 or 8 and im able to get up.

It has also been great for my moods. I love it"


"Prescribed this after Effexor started wearing off after about 3 years. Started at 5mgs..it was working and I felt better than I had in YEARS but dose still too low..after 4 weeks doc upped dose to 10mgs. Felt like I was going to achieve remission. But into 3 week on 10 mgs...bombastic stomach pain! Not nausea..that's to be expected. Not stomach aches. When I'd take the pill, 10 minutes later, to get such a bad stomach pain to where I could not eat normally that entire day. Went back down to 5mg..but thoughts and sadness coming through. Tried 5mgs 2x a day...STOMACH PAIN. Back to 5mg but too low dose. Tried 10 mgs again..encased pill in bread to ease pain but seemed like the and normalcy went away and pain still there off and on. Stopped after 4 months."


"I suffered from anxiety, excessive worrying and ruminating to the point where it was obsessive and led to a bad depression. I have been this way off and on ever since I can remember. I have been referred to as a worry wort and possibly obsessive compulsive. I tried Zoloft and Lexapro. Both helped with my depression symptoms however neither helped my anxiety at all and both killed my appetite and sex drive. I also tried Xanax occasionally and Buspar. However although these relieved my anxiety they made my depression worse. It was a catch 22. Finally doc put me on a low dose (25mg) of Luvox. What a relief! I have not noticed any side effects other than drowsiness at times. This medicine has worked well so far even in a low dose two months now."


"Being 60 years old and still having acne, I've been able to try lots of OTC and prescription medicines for bad skin, from antibiotics to Retin-A to a tons of other products.   Aczone is the only thing that has actually worked.  I've. been using it for over a year now and love it.  The product never made my skin worse like many products I have tried. It got better right away and has been clear now since I started using it."


"I am truly amazed by how well this works for my anxiety. I have PTSD, nightmares and waking up from them would ruin my day I would have flashbacks but ever since I started this new medication  I feel normal which is something I am not used to it is definitely exciting to know that I don't feel anxious to the point of feeling like I can't breathe I feel normal and that is amazing.. I don't even feel that I need my Xanax.  Which is a huge  relief and I am so happy that I finally found a medication that can help with my High anxiety  and PTSD without having to take so many benzo's"


"I started Apri after switching from a birth control where I'd only get my period once every three months. My partner said I was very moody during the first couple of months after switching, but I've since mellowed out. I've noticed my sex drive has decreased to being nonexistent except for during my period week. Other than the decreased sex drive, this pill works fine for clearing my skin and preventing pregnancy. I've noticed slightly heavier cramps than normal, but they're not unbearable."


"I am 59 and have been taking amlodipine for a few years. I never realized that the pain in my ankles, feet, hands, & wrists was related.  I thought it was just a matter of getting older.  I also have gained weight on this medication.  I've been dieting and I'm active, but the weight would not go down.  I would get very tired in the afternoon.  My doctor increased the medication and I wound up not being able to stand when I got out of bed.  I decided to stop taking it for a few days. Almost all the pain went away and the swelling in my feet became less.  I'm changing meds asap."


"My whole life has been a process of up and down, excellency and total failure, elation and depression. Finally, since starting lamictal, I have become "normal." I don't lose my mind when bad things happen or get so excited when good things happen that I forget to tend to other tasks. Sure, I get sad. But it's normal sad, it's human-- not this overwhelming and crippling process. Same thing with happiness, things make me happy, but not irrationally overjoyed. As a college student, I've decided to commit myself to pre med in the hope of one day becoming a psychiatrist. I want to give other people the same new lease on life I was given. (Mind you, talk therapy is also crucial in personal development.)"


"I have been using spiriva respimat for several months now for Copd.  why is it important not to cover the vents on mouth  piece which i have been doing   ever since i  been using it .  my doctor never told me not to  i just read  about it recently. i really  dont  think that i have been  benefiting from the inhaler  that much. could this be the reason?  i am not covering  the vents any longer  the information i read says not to but  why . maybe people are  using the same as i did  hopefully this will help several people.

                                                                                thank you"


"I've been on Adipex for 3 days now. It has totally suppressed my appetite. I eat a small breakfast most of the time in the morning. Then at lunch and dinner I have to force myself to eat. I eat fruit and drink lots of water. I also exercise with my husband so I am determined to be fine this summer. If Adipex hasn't worked for you then you are doing something wrong."


"I take 3 x 37.5 pills (112.5) a day. These pills work very well for me.  I don't experience anxiety and feel on a very even keel. They do not make me sleepy. I do not plan to give them up."


"I have been on this for 5 yrs now. I have this eye tic, my joints hurt. I wish read up on the side effects earlier on."


"Prescribed after a root canal.  After taking this for a week, I also started getting unbearable heartburn.  I wasn't aware of the "don't lie down" warning."


"At first it wasn't working, but the closer I got to finishing the pills it was clearing up.  I made sure I ate before I took the pill to avoid getting sick. It made me extremely sleepy though."


"Day 2, definitely noticing reduced cravings but super nauseous and weird pain in left side of neck plus super tired even though I've been drinking a lot of coffee. I've been reading the reviews online and I'm not willing to continue taking with the serious side effects I'm reading about."


"I never used Alli before but remembered seeing a coworker of mine use it and she was slim. This product works wonders. It traps all the fat and the releases it straight out of the body. It really helps with my gallstones so that my gallbladder doesn't cause any pain. I have lost 7lbs the first two weeks. I am hoping to start seeing more weight come off as I continue using this product."


"Had it put in right after giving birth first five months while I was exclusively breastfeeding were ok I would get a period that was longer than usual with spotting between then the last 3 months when my baby started solids  and as my hormones changed it became awful I was heavy bleeding for nearly three months straight - blood clots and all. In the end I was so drained from it I had to get it removed"


"When eating I got anxious and felt compulsive urge of fullness relieved only by belching repeatedly and this medicine took all the symptoms away.  It has been good for my anxiety.  "


"Most painful stomach pain I've ever experienced even with the recommended dose! I was moaning and shaking from the pain for 2 hours. This happened about 4 hours after taking the medicine."


"One week on, started full dose yesterday. 30m.

No side effects, and no haziness.

I get slightly dizzy but doesn't interfere with walking.

I have tried 3 others before this, And each time I had flu symptoms, couldn't leave the bathroom, couldn't work or take care of my children.

This medicine has been nothing but great for me, I haven't had a headache or the tremors for a few days which is already life changing! I can focus, and I have slowly realized that my mind is quieting down:) if nothing has worked for you, please give this a try! No addiction to it they say..

I'm excited that I feel this great:) I can't wait to see what next week and the week after is. I'm looking forward to tomorrow, which is a foreign feeling.

Good luck:)"


"Was prescribed Robaxin for muscle spasm after Vicodin failed to help. Although the Robaxin eliminated the muscle spasms I had nausea, lack of appetite, and insomnia."


"I love gapapentin!  I take 600 - 1200 mg a day and I am happy again. I was on other medicines plus Celexa for depression but still had horrible anxiety and crazy mood swings.  I now take my gapapentin and 100 mg of Seroquel and I have no anxiety and I feel better overall. I am not really sleepy either."


"I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, severe depression and OCD when I was around 18 years old. I couldn't do anything and shut down. I went to a mental hospital to take classes on how to cope and I began trying different types of SSRI's. I tried two others and I felt horrible on them both then I tried Zoloft. My mom made me stick with it even though I was skeptical. I started with 25, 50, then to 75 ml. Nothing helped. As soon as I went up to 100 ml is when I felt my life coming back. I could feel emotions of happiness, and felt like life had finally had a meaning to it. I was able to be okay again and felt like this medicine saved my life. The thing that is hardest is all the people judging saying "you're on so many Meds""


"Works really well."


"I have been on the patch for a month now and it works. No more hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings. It stays on all week and the only side effect I have experienced is mild headaches. The convenience of weekly application is great."


"I've suffered day upon day with extreme anxiety and panic attacks. I have tried all sorts of medications but they just made me feel like a zombie and couldn't function.

My GP prescribed me 2mg diazepam and I have to say this stuff has been amazing. My anxiety has reduced but when I'm in having a bad day they are brilliant as a quick release.

No side affects at all just a sense of calm :)"


"Severe jumpy left leg

Itching left leg"


"I take Ambien every now and again when I know I need to get a good nights sleep, no side effects and feel refreshed in the morining. Although, one night my wife woke me up about an hour on so after taking it to go to the kitchen with her, don't remember any of it."


"I just got the Mirena yesterday. I was legitimately having anxiety because of all of the horror stories of insertion. I'm 23 and have never had a child. The procedure was uncomfortable but felt no worse than a bad cramp. I've been cramping on and off since insertion, and honestly some of those cramps were worse than the actual insertion! Overall, so far, it has been great!"


"This was painful

2 minutes after inserting the cream I was in burning fiery itchy hell!  I was concerned that I was having a serious reaction to the cream, then after reading others experiences I realized that this is one of the side effects, the package says to take at bedtime, I took during the day... I can not see how anyone would be able to sleep with the intensified burning!  I too had to hold a washcloth to my crotch and cry."


"Microgestin has more pros than cons for me. I have been on for almost a month now and not only am I not pregnant but I went from a 34C to a D cup (yeaah boi) but I also have gained like 7-8 pounds, but that could be from the hearty eating. My chest acne has pretty much cleared up, my face is eh though. My sex drive is through the roof. I've gotten a lot of minor headaches, and I'm a little emotional. Eager to see what my results will be after 3 months. This pill ain't too shabby"


"I have not been able to stop drinking for more then three days at most in the last three years, but since taking Campral two months ago I have not had a drop."


"I first discovered I had HEP C back in the late 90's. Maybe from Tattoos, maybe from sex, I really don't know where I got it . In 2001 I went through the Ribovflavin pill and injection program for a year.  That was a rough rough go but it knocked my viral load down to next to nothing. 15 years later my viral load began rising again.  Today I am near the end of the program on my last 3 pills from the 90 day run. I have had some minor side affects....mostly weakness and fatigue and muscle cramps near the end here.  I have my last labs next week....hopefully I am good to go."


"I have been on LoSeasonique for 6 weeks now. The first 2 weeks I had no breakthrough bleeding. Around week 3 I started spotting for a couple of days then it would stop for a couple of days. I am now on week 6 and the breakthrough hasn't stopped. It's putting a damper on my thoughts of the pill. I will continue taking this pill through the first pack (3 month) and decide then if I want to continue taking it. The main purpose for taking this pill was to decrease my periods and I have been bleeding more than before. I usually have very mild cramping and have noticed the cramping has worsened these past 3 weeks."


"I never write reviews but figured this might help someone out. I HATED Lo loestrin fe . It made me super depressed and I gained 15 pounds on it . Not to mention I bled for two weeks straight during the second month of taking it. After I got off this pill I felt so much better.. This pill really was awful and messed with me more than a higher dose estrogen pill, would never recommend this"


"I've taken this medicine 3 yrs before, completed the course and I was free of acne as well. But again I'm suffering now!!!  What can  I do now?? "


"I have chronic insomnia from fibromyalgia and severe back pain. I've been taking the generic Zolpidem XR for years and it always seemed to work. For some reason, it stopped working for me about 3 months ago. I never had any side effect. No memory loss, sleepwalking or anything else and though always q restless sleeper causing me to wake every time I turn over, from the pain, I could always fall right back asleep and wake refreshed. Not sure what to take now since its lost its efficacy, but while it worked, it was fabulous. Trying Temazepam but it's like taking a placebo. No effect at all."


"Was relieved"


"I have now tried Enbrel two different times. It worked really well the first few weeks and has gradually lost its effectiveness."


"I'm 19 with 2 kids I decided to get the Mirena because I didn't want anymore children. Insertion was just a little pinch and cramping for a whole day. Here I am now 6 months later and very much satisfied. After insertion I had my period for 3 weeks straight. Now I spot every now and then but not very much. I'm happy with my decision to get the Mirena and once the 5 years are up I do want another one!"


"Within an hour the pain went from a ten to a four, and that was just one pill. You do get very tired, but it is worth it to rid oneself of a pain that gout brings-- the worst imaginable."


"I am taking Bactrim for a minor staph infection on my leg. It is going away quickly. I am just experiencing fatigue and headaches. The headaches are probably due to dehydration because I am a runner too. I felt better after I drank more water with the medicine. Also I am experiencing a slight decrease in appetite."


"I am taking Loestin 24 for 14 days now. I feel really good and have more energy. Last month my period lasted a month. It was awful so my doctor prescribed the pill to control the bleeding. Haven't gained weight. Boobs slightly bigger (good thing for me). So far I have no complaints. Lets see what happens when my period is due next month. I will report more. I've always had long periods lasting 10-12 days so it would be a blessing if the pill can take it down by a few days at least."


"People, if you are switching from methadone or buprenorphine  (Suboxone) , do NOT get the shot right away. Both methadone and buprenorphine are long acting opiates. When a medical professional tells you that you need to stay clean for 5-7 days, they are speaking of short acting opiates. Heroin, OC, OP, OHC, and I'm sure the other codeine derivatives have a much shorter half-life (a measure of how long they stay in your body) than do methadone and buprenorphine.

If you are trying to switch from one of the long acting opiates to the naltrexone shot, personally I would switch to a shorter acting opiate for two week, then stay clean off the for 4-5 days, and then get the shot. I understand this may not sit well with some people."


"I have been a poor sleeper for a few years now due to anxiety related issues. After having tried both benzos and z-drugs, which only really made things worse, I have been using atarax with good results. Strangely for me a small dose (12.5mg) seems to work as well as a larger dose, which definitely wasn't the case for me with other drugs.

On the down side it can leave me feeling a bit spaced out for several hours after waking."


"Had kidney transplant almost 3 years ago, seems to be working great for me."


"I've been on this for a week (which I know isn't a long time but hear me out lol). I have not really experienced negative side effects at all. I waited to start it on the first day of my period to ensure that I wasn't pregnant and my period went on and cleared up as normal and expected. MAYBE just a tiny bit of bloating at times. I went on the mini pill because my body can not process estrogen at all. Immediately, I get horrible mood dives, I get painful cramps in my legs and arms from the high cortisol estrogen was causing me. In fact, on this pill my mood seems to have taken a turn for the better, I have more energy to do things and feel more mentally stable! Don't be scared off by reviews or discouraged from finding, everyone's different"


"I love this, it gave me so much improvement with my life and can now get around and go places."


"I've been on this birth control for my acne. And my experience has been really bad. Within the first couple days my forehead has broken out terribly there's a ton of little bumps a crossed it. I usually never get pimples on my forehead. I started also breaking out around my mouth. I hardly get acne there maybe a little. My jaw breaks out really bad. This gave me major anxiety to be in public. I hate going out on dates Bc of my face. Although my face looks terrible it kinda helped clear up my shoulders and chest. It definitely made my chest break out more but slowly cleared up. But , my face being so bad I am now switching to the big guns of acne control. Can't wait to see those results."


"I have been taking zomig for a couple of years. It definitely takes my migraines away but my skin and muscle hurt every time. I have to plan showering around it. Today I had a very bad reaction after going on a very brisk 2 mile walk. My face and skin were flush, nauseous and hyper sensitivity to light. Migraine came back w a vengeance. Felt somewhat like heat stroke which isn't possible as it's 70 degrees. Almost went to hospital.  Iced my head and rested. Finally feeling better. Note to self.. Do not exert myself on this medication!"


"This medicine works like a dream. No side effect what so ever. I was taking augmentin and I hated it. I asked for macrobid instead. 2 days and I was feeling a whole lot better."


"Was only able to take it till the 4th day due to the severe side effects. Lost all energy, couldn't eat, head pain etc. I think my body just has a hard time tolerating antidepressants."


"I've detoxed with librium (now) 5 times. Currently into my 3rd day with librium. The first couple times I detoxed with the stuff it was amazing. Just three 25MG pills a day to ward off withdrawals from 3 pints of vodka a day 3 month long benders. But I will warn you of this.....you build a tolerance to librium. This time I needed more 25MG pills in just the first 24 hrs. Then 4 on day two and now I'm down to 3 (will wean off over the next few days). Stuff is still amazing but don't be an idiot like me and bounce between booze (to the point of almost death) and then benzo's; just to drink booze again."


"My husband was dxed with adhd as adult at my urging due to impulsiveness, anxiety, inability to hold a job and scattered memory.  He was on Wellbutrin initially but changed to Adderall which was effective. Over the years he was on Strattera which lost effectiveness and was placed back on wellbutrin at his request. He has diabetes type 2 and anxiety and hypertension. Only on medication for a week and I am ready to pull my hair out. His anxiety is through the roof. Can't sit still but must watch TV while playing on phone. His blood glucose was panic value last night  (441-normal 70-110), repeated himself multiple times, impulsive, left to play tennis but returned because forgot tennis racket and balls,  then coffee, two more things. Not okay!"


"Works for me.  I do have vivid dreams nothing scary some wonderful but does make me sick.  Should be prescribed with weight management medication I hope I am not replacing 1 vice for another."


"Insomnia is one of the tag alongs with my Bi Polar. My doctor prescribed every medication on my Group Health formulary to no avail. I either had radical side effects or they only worked for 2 to 3 hours. Ambien CR is a blessing. I actually now get at least 5 to 6 hrs of sleep a night. For those of you with Bi Polar, you understand sleep is crucial to preventing mood swings. The only problem I have experienced is Ambien tends to build up and quit working every so often so I have clonazapam to use for a few days until the tolerance wears off. Thank God for Ambien CR."


"I took this with 3 injections and had the bumps/nodules which were itchy, but with my 4th injection it bled quite a bit and I developed a rash, swelling and bruising.  When my doc saw it, she took me off.  That night I was very sick in the middle of the night throwing up.  I have lost 15 pounds in almost 4 weeks but I do not believe it's the meds...I was still very hungry and it took extreme discipline to do this, in motivation to get off the meds.  I will do anything to get back to the weight needed without meds.  For now, I'm going to try metformin for the first time."


"I started with 30mg dosage and was increased to 60mg daily. It was helpful with the constant burning in my feet that is secondary to peripheral neuropathy. My dosage was increased after a couple of months to 60mg twice daily. I didn't last a week! This medication has always given me increased sweating, especially night sweats! My doctor prescribed Hytrin (mostly used for hypertension and benign prostate hyperplasia) to combat the sweating and it seemed to help because the incidents of night sweats decreased. That all changed when my dosage was bumped up. I was having night sweats EVERY night and had a major increase of insomnia. I am getting 2-3 hours of sleep a night (or day because I work at night). I went back to 60mg daily and see my doctor tomorrow."


"For several years my BPH had me urinating several times a night, like every hour; not good for mental or physical health. After much complaining to my urologist, I finally got a resident that put me on Uroxatral and Detrol. I now get 6 hours of uninterrupted sleep, twilight morning enjoyment of the morning chorus, and a much improved outlook. Spring helps, too."


"I have had migraines for 40 years and Botox injections have worked well for the past 2 years but since October ( it is now January) they are starting to come back with a vengeance. I was having them every day over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays and my doctor put me on a Prednisone pack for 5 days and I felt great but as soon as I quit taking it, the headaches came back. They were mild and then 3 days later I felt pretty good but got an aura, so I knew a bad one was coming. Sure enough, a bad one woke me up and it was one of the worst ones I have had in years. I called my doctor and they suggested I come in for a Toradal shot. I got the shot and in 10 minutes, sweet relief!! My arm hurt like hell for a while but who cares!"


"Works for Osteoarthritis and sciatica."


"Having been diagnosed with Shingles, I followed the doctors advise.....SILLY ME. I am a physically fit woman and work in the Fitness industry. No ailments in my life whatsoever. Extreme stomach cramping and the vomiting."


"Well I haven't gotten pregnant, so I guess it's probably doing what it should. But since being on the drug, I have restless nights where I wake up constantly feeling naesous. Sometimes it'll be at 4 AM and then I just can't get back to sleep after it. As for my acne, it seemed to clear up a bit at first but right around the time my period is starting, it gets horrible again. I don't like it at all."


"I took the day after pill and it did what it was supposed to, but i have had bad acne and didnt have my period for two months though i wasnt pregnant. One werid thing i did notice though is my mood stabilized until i started my period again."


"I started on trinessa 7 years ago, I had no problems whatsoever! It actually worked very well! Because of changing insurance companies I had to change pharmacies and I could only receive trisprintec. The pharmacist said it was the same thing..although it was a pill 3x bigger. I don't believe it was the same dosage. Anyways when I first took the pill I noticed from the first day I was nauseous. I ended up quitting my birth control cold turkey on the 6th day of the pack because I couldn't stand the nausea, headaches, and hot flashes. Since I'm planning on starting a family here in a few months I am just going to stay away from this birth control method. I would not recommend this medication..although everyone is different. Just not for me."


"I have had two operations one on my lumbar and one on my cervical

spine and have been on a lot of other pain meds and by far this

best meds I have been on.

This is way better than oxycontin and other meds.

oh what relief I feel alot better."


"I've been taking Adderall XR 25mg going on my 4 month. It has helped me tremendously! I'm more focused and alert now. I don't feel as drawn out like I used too. I'm also on anxiety medicine taking both helps balance myself.  I have a hard time wanting to eat since I've started taking Adderall, a lot of times I have to force myself to eat, but it has helped me lose 25 pounds!!! I find myself grinding my teeth a lot not sure why, but that's the worse side effect I experience from taking it. I feel more healthy now than I have in a long time, I will continue taking this medication."


"I am so tired of being too tired and I think it may be the medication.  I feel soooo much better, full of energy on the days that I forget to take ramipril."


"Best weight loss medicine ever! 29 pounds in 4 months and 6 pounds more to reach my goal weight.  No food cravings and I have cut sugar out of my diet which for me is the key. 5'4 woman currently at 145 pounds.  Blue Cross Blue Shield covered this medication for me except for the $5.00 co-pay.  Best wishes to everyone!"


"Healthy robust 53 year old here....50mgs work great but on an empty stomach. Slower and less effective on top of food. Reaction within 30 minutes with better erections up to 9 hours later. Side effects. Nasal congestion, flushing fullness in head, eye pressure, sometimes increased heart rate and respiration. Poor sleep, next day fatigue and slight anxiety. I went crazy with this when I first started and took it every day for a week. Lots of fun. But it completely wore me out. No, it wasn't all the sex. It really does affect you in a negative way with too much use. I find increased side effects if I take it near the time of thyroid medicines. I take it once a week or so and it's worth the side effects."


"I like it, but my periods are now 2 weeks long. Not used to it and its annoyying."


"I used to get extremely heavy periods and very severe cramps, and I was looking for a birth control pill that would help with it. My OB/GYN prescribed me Orsythia, and I was a little worried about side affects from what I've read online from others. But, I had none! No weight gain, mood swings, acne, or nausea! Nothing at all! My problems with cramps and heavy periods went away within three months, and there was a definite improvement right when I started taking it. No more cramps or acne, and my periods are now super light! I can't speak for everyone, since hormone pills will affect everyone differently, but this pill was a perfect match for me! I'd highly recommend it for birth control and managing difficult periods."


"Diagnosed with bipolar disorder 7 months ago, this medicine is the first that has actually WORKED. Tried Lamictal, Depakote, Trileptal, etc. I was prescribed Geodon 2 months ago it stabilized my mood, staves off depression and gives me hope for a normal life.

However, I'm unusually forgetful (unusual for me) and confused (er, more than usual for me). I don't remember dreams or anything that happens for 6 hours after I take it at bedtime. Also noticing that I bruise very easily and I'm sweating ALL of the time, strong smelling urine. "


"Was on chateal for around 3 years. Everything started off fine, my acne cleared up, my periods were lightened and I never got pregnant. Around the end of the 3rd year however, things started to go down hill. My mental health was unstable (even my boyfriend noticed a dramatic change) and my sex drive seemed to diminish. I never felt like I gained a bunch of weight though and that made me happy and so I never really felt the need to change my bc. Just recently I started getting my bc through Walgreens and for some reason they prescribed me Levora. Since I switched I feel like my old self (even my boyfriend noticed the change again) so I'm really happy I was basically forced to switch bc pills. Chateal is not my favorite!!!"


"I've been using and still will use zolpidem for the last 8 years. I tried belsomra "clean off zolpidem at least 20 hours.The belsomra at 15 mg made me yawn. That was what the Dr. recommended. Did not sleep at all. Next day I tried 20 mg. Ever hear of sleep paralysis? Well 20 mg I got sleepy. I was impressed. I started to dose off and the sleep paralysis started to hit me. I got up and made some coffee and I won't take them anymore.Google sleep paralysis and you'll find it is not pleasant to say the least. And they wanted $300.00 for 30. Ended up with 10 for free with a coupon. Got 8 1/2 left and will not use the anymore.Took it 4 hours ago.Zolpidem beats this belsomra by far. I rate belsomra in the negative 10.
Merck, Thumbs down on this one...."


"Thoughts of never feeling normal again. It scares me a lot."


"HORRIBLE!....Before Skyla... I was on Jaz for 5 years until my Dr. said No more!. With Jaz I had chest pains, but never Acne and I lost 20 pounds while I was in it.

So I decided to switch to Skyla.

1. Insertion: I cant describe how painful it was. I thought I was gonna pass out/2. Never stopt bleeding then spotting for 3 months. After that it seemed that the spotting stop! ... Nope! the spotting stop, but my my periods from 4days turned into 8 days(not an exageration or lying) everything is on my medical records./3. I develop cysts & fibroids, and the skyla hormone was feeding it/ 4. I developed the worse Acne ever througout my life. I never got Acne that bad, not even in the worse times of my life./5. Enough! when my period showed twice."


"Was on this tablet for 11 years and it changed my life. Foolishly reduced the dose 6 months ago to prepare to come off them and have relapsed. Back on them 10 days now and waiting for them to kick in. Wish I'd stayed on them now - they literally saved my life."


"I started taking Risperidone a number of months ago after a psychotic episode. I'm prone to episodes of psychosis especially with very bad agitation, paranoia, and delusions and have been hospitalised before for this. I've been on Quetiapine, Olanzapine, Amisulpride, Clopixol (depot injection) and Clozapine. I am currently taking 3mg of Risperidone along wIth Venlafaxine. I take it before bed at night. It gives me a nice calm relaxed feeling and I find I can usually sleep better with less anxiety and voices at night. I don't suffer side effects and I think if people practice mindful eating and try to exercise a bit then they shouldn't gain weight, I haven't. I think this drug controls my symptoms well and stops mania."


"I have had chronic constipation all my life. Everytime I try something new it will work for a few weeks, and then it's like my body gets used to it and it doesn't work anymore. I have been taking Amitiza for 4 days, 24mcg twice a day. I have had 2 bowel movements but nothing more. I did experience some side effects, especially nausea. Have to take while eating and drink a lot of water, but no miracles yet. I will continue to take and see what happens."


"I'm very moody ,very snappy on this pill with a nonstop appetite. The worst part I haven't been interested in sex for over 2 months!! I'm married having sex all the time and CAN NOT climax. The worst, I will be changing my prescription."


"I just received my last of 3 shots today. I'm in so much pain and I have a very important computer install tomorrow at a big company and I'm worried now. The first shot wan't so bad, the second was about the same, but within days after the second shot I started experiencing shooting pains all throughout my right knee. The pain progressed as the days went by. With the 3rd shot as soon as the dr. removed the needle from my knee I tried to bend my leg to roll down my pant leg and it felt like someone drove a screw right threw my knee. And the drive home was even worse. I had a similar experience with a cortisone shot a few years ago. I was told by the another physician that it might have been an allergic response to the meds."


"I had the insertion on April 19, 2017. As expected, the procedure was uncomfortable and caused some cramping that lasted for the day. I had been struggling with acne breakouts prior to getting the IUD and the breakouts have definitely subsided. Only downside is that almost 2 months later, I am still bleeding. Although it is light, still very inconvenient and annoying,"


"Wasn't a good thing for me.  Was dizzy and fell down three times."


"I don't understand why people quit after 3 days starting it. It made them too anxious or depressed - isn't this why you are taking it? It doesn't work overnight. I too am very impatient and would prefer a quick fix. But the first 2 weeks are rough but if your persevere the benefits outweigh the startup. I'm into my 3rd week and it's working really well it is like a lightbulb moment.  I gave a 9 because for the life of me I cannot orgasm but I'll take that over the suicidal thoughts and feeling lifeless anyday... remember give it time your brain needs to adjust... stay strong x"


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


"I have high hopes for Latuda! Over the past 15 years I have been treated for depression/anxiety disorder/panic attacks, and things would sometimes get a little better, but eventually get worse again. I went through a particularly awful time about a month ago, so my doctor gave me a sample of Latuda. Like many here, I felt extreme exhaustion right away, which would put me straight to sleep. However, it abated a bit after the first few days, and by a week it is not bad I have gained some weight, but I think it's because I've been eating/taking Latuda later at night. (Nothing like what I gained on Abilify) I am also waking up earlier in the morning (7 a.m. instead of my 7:30 alarm) in a good mood!"


"Have been on this for four weeks.  First two weeks 1 gram daily then twice per week.  Just a few days after starting breasts felt full and tender like I was breastfeeding, gained up to 4 lbs.  Did the trick for relations with husband.

I'll be deciding if it's worth it ( physical effects and possible cancer of uterus) when I go back for a follow up visit this week."


"I have taken this medicine since it first came out.  I felt the tingle of a new sore the other day and bought a bottle of Abreva (this bottle has a pump to supply the medication which is more liquidish).  After 2 days of use I realized that no only had the Abreva NOT worked, my cold sore had spread to 3 times the original size and was still contagious (tingly and sore).  I mentioned this to my husband who said we had an older squeeze tube of Abreva (paste consistency) in his bathroom and he suggested I try that instead.  After 12 hours, 2 applications, the cold sore is already getting better.  My guess is that the makers of Abreva have watered down the active ingredient so much that it is no longer effective so they make more money."


"I took Saphris for the first time recently. First I was sad, then couldn't sleep, then paranoid and went into psychosis. Was told it wasn't very sedating. Much prefer Seroquel!"


"I'm 22, and this is my first time being on birth control. At first I liked it because it regulated my period, and I went up a cup size, but that's the only positive experience I've had with this pill. I'm bloated around my midsection (I'm 5'6 and 107lbs and I look 2 months pregnant because of the bloating), my cramps are just as bad as they were off the pill, my breast hurt so bad and the biggest thing of all that I hate is that my face went from being flawless to severe acne EVERYWHERE! The pill is also expensive."


"I have struggled with depression almost all my life and have been on Zoloft for more than 20 years.

I recently told my doctor that in addition to being overwhelmed with devastating family health issues, I had been becoming more and more fearful of losing my career because I couldn't seem to remember even the simplest of tasks.  I was literally losing my mind!!!!

He prescribed DEPLIN.  I've been on it for roughly four months.

SUCCESS!!  My memory and mind is as sharp as it's ever been.  Thank God for DEPLIN.  Additionally, my overall mood has improved and I have a calm outlook on life and now take everything in stride.  It's been years since I've been able to just "go with the flow".

I FEEL LIKE A NEW PERSON.  THANK YOU, DEPLIN!!"


"Tamiflu is a miracle drug - as long as you get it early enough. I've used it twice now in 12 years and within 24 hours I was almost good as new.  I can't say enough good things about it."


"I am 31 years old and have been diagnosed with clinical depression, anxiety and have been severely anorexic on and off. I have been at a healthy body weight for many years. Over the course of 10 years I have taken various anti-depressants for my depression but they work for a certain period and then stop working.  I have just started taking Prozac and am on my second week.  I noticed instantly the first day, I felt warmer and more intuned to my body. I can think clearer and don't feel so irritable.  I have terrible neck pain that I have recently developed over the course of the week, so I hope it goes away over the next few weeks.  Otherwise I am quite excited to finally be taking a medicine that can help me, as well as so many others."


"This was life changing to me. I have only had Psoriasis for 2 years but it took over my entire body and life. Without this medicine I would have had to stop working and probably would have hidden from the entire world.  Thank you Enbrel."


"Taking a 0.4 mg capsule resulted in side effects that made me want to stop taking Flomax. I now open a capsule and pour out half of the contents, resulting in a 0.2mg dose in the re-sealed capsule and another 0.2mg dose that I put into a tiny piece of dough. I am 62 yrs, had 2 types of radiation treatment for prostate cancer 7 yrs ago; am taking Flomax to counter the feeling of urgency to urinate   frequent urinations (due to the bladder not fully emptying during urination). Flomax side effects = headaches, insomnia, stuffy sinus; however I need to stay on Flomax longer (than 1 week) to make a definite conclusion. 7 yrs ago I had no bad side effects but stopped due to price of Flomax."


"Take this with a grain of salt, only took it once, but that once was enough.

Took it at night, few hours later became very restless and only got 3 hours of sleep that night. Next day, it was still there and came with fury. Muscle aches everywhere, body twitches, everything. Had to take 10mg hydro to take the pain away, but still felt it even with that.

Never taking it again, that pain was unreal."


"I have been on Copaxone for a month now and each day gets easier. At first the itchiness and red welt was not nice but now, after adjusting my injection depth and warming the area beforehand, I have very little problems with it. I inject first thing in the morning and then just get on with my day - seems like no big deal to me."


"This pill has been effective as far as controlling any pregnancy, but since I have been taking it my sex drive has lessened and I've become moody more often. I feel mildly depressed most days and don't have much interest in anything at all. However, I have always been a very motivated person so have tried my best to still work myself out at the gym and do things i love. I feel more negative about things than positive. I am about to get off the pill and just give my body a break from any added hormones!"