"I received a trial prescription from my physician on July 25, 2013 weighing 209.6 lbs. Today is August 12th, 2013 and as of this morning I weigh 203.6.  My diet has been healthy but I have not deprived myself of occasional splurges (e.g. birthday cake or an occasional cookie or glass of wine).  I have also been walking several times a week.  I have been feeling well with no major adverse reactions.  I have experienced dry mouth, which seems to be remedied with an increase in water/fluids.  The only other issue that has been a bit annoying is I feel slightly scatterbrained and am easily distracted.  I am hoping that this will improve as time goes on."


"I used Accutane when I was 12. It worked perfectly. It worth every penny even considering the price is kind of high. I'm now 30 and I have to do it again.... yeah, acne can be a real pain in the butt but in a couple of months, it will be over."


"After seeing two rectal surgeons, two gastroenterologists, and numerous primary care doctors I was still constipated. I was eating between 50 and 60 grams of fiber a day and drinking lots of water-all no help! I tried Colace but the cramping was really bad. I found taking 250 mg of magnesium at dinner worked! It has been a week and so far so good- I feel so much better. No more enemas or harsh laxatives."


"This pill worked fine for birth control, but I felt really down for about 2 weeks before my period. My mood swings were horrible."


"Had sex with my partner and the condom broke. This was right before I was supposed to ovulate and I took Plan B the next day, probably 12 hours after what I have been referring to as "the incident". I experienced slight cramping and minimal, barely there abdominal pain the day after taking the pill, and was more emotional and felt fatigued. My period came 5 days earlier than expected (almost two weeks to the day of taking the pill), with more only slightly more painful than usual cramps and a lighter flow. I'm so thankful that it worked and I was able to avoid an unplanned pregnancy because of this condom malfunction."


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


"I started Victoza approximately 6 weeks ago. No real side effects. At first, I couldn't eat at all.  No appetite whatsoever. I dropped about 5 pounds in the first 5-8 days, but then the weight came back. I wasn't eating much and still am not but my body seems to have gone in to starvation mode and is holding on to every pound. I also have felt very down and depressed. Don't know if it is from the Victoza or not. I also taken Invokana."


"I had a splenectomy and given dilaudid in my IV afterwards for pain. It made me feel nauseous and felt like I was gonna pass out. I told my nurse and she told me it was normal. Well I stopped breathing, thankfully I was revived. When I woke up my room was full of people and even a chaplain. Scariest day of my life. After that I managed my pain with only Tylenol."


"I had the Skyla implant done on October 19th 2015. It was by far more painful than I was imagining it was going to be. I had started my period the day before and I was only spotting. I wasn't told to take any pain medicine before I went, but after reading the review on this site I wish I had. I was given pain medication to numb the area but it didn't seem to help at all. It took my OB about 5-7 minutes to insert the device and while he had the applicator in me it was the worst pain I've ever experienced. I kept covering my mouth because I was practically screaming because of the pain. It felt like the doctor had a stick and was just moving around in my cervix and my stomach. Terrible cramping for the first 2 days but no more pills for me!"


"good"


"I can't lose any weight on this medication. I hate it.  This manufacturer should make a medication with a weight loss additive in it. Some poor people want to lose weight, this medication makes it impossible."


"I've been on this birth control just under a month now and my hair and face seem yo have gotten oily. I could go 5 days without washing my hair,now I have to wash my hair every other day. Anyone else experience this?"


"I have used Mirena for over a few years, and I love it."


"I commenced Byetta 5ug/mL 10 days ago. I experienced no side effects and as this dose was not quite bringing my blood sugar levels into the therapeutic range, my consultant increased the dose from 5 to 10ug/mL after one week.  I have now been on the higher dose for 3 days and continue to feel extremely well with no side effects.  On diagnosis of my type 2 diabetes three weeks ago I decided to stop snacking between meals and after dinner and to be more committed to my chosen exercise regime.  I have lost 6Kg (6.2Kg is 14 pounds) in three weeks.  For me Byetta has contributed to a feeling of satiety which enables me to use this positive side effect to my advantage and only eat when feeling hungry and never between meals or after dinner."


"I started taking 20mg 6 weeks ago for depression and horrible anxiety. After 2 weeks I began to feel less anxious and less depressed. My Dr then added 20mg of Latuda . I continue to improve and after 6 weeks my anxiety is minimal and my depression has greatly decreased. This combo has been great. I do experience reduced sex drive though. I hope this dissipates in time. I take both in the evening and sleep great."


"5 years on Viibryd 40mg and starting to feel REALLY BAD.  I take it for General anxiety disorder with ADAH .  I started getting Head dropping sensation at night. Started beta blockers for how bad hand tremors were/are. Absolute fatigue to the point of calling it lethargic from the time I wake up to the time I go to bed. Every task feels like a chore, not from unwillingness but due to complete lack of strength to do so. This week the deep bone and muscle aches have started. I feel so bad and has been gradual decline over last year. Just figured out the cause and I am sad to stop this medication, but I'd rather have GAD then this."


"Sinusitis was so bad that my teeth even hurt. Now on day 2 of azithromycin, pain about 80% resolved. Absolutely no side effects. Have taken azithromycin in past for sinusitis and consistently note resolution prior to completion of 5 day pack."


"I have been using Lastacaft for about two weeks.  My ophthalmologist  said to try an over the counter medication called Zaditor when the sample he gave me ran out since it is expensive even with insurance.  So on Monday I started the Zaditor and my eyes starting burning once again.  I gave up today and bought the more expensive, but better working, Lastacaft."


"I needed to share my experience because I've been going crazy searching for piece of mind these last few days. I had stopped the birth control pill in late September because of high blood pressure and since then stopped my periods. I always use protection and didn't like just trusting condoms. The one time I used just condoms it has slipped off during ovulation or what I think was ovulation. 48 hours later was when I could took the Plan B, 7 exhausting days later I started getting pains in my right ovary but no period. The next day I had no cramping and a little drop of blood. That scared me becuse I hear that women can have implantation bleeding. The day after that I woke up to really bad cramping and heavy bleeding. I really hope that means It worked."


"I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and during my periods can literally only lie on the floor screaming without these tablets. They're amazing. I do have to take codeine as well for maximum pain control but this is what takes 3/4 of the pain away."


"25lb loss in 6 weeks! No hunger or cravings!"


"Did absolutely nothing for me. It was as if I had taken a sugar pill."


"Diagnosed few years ago. Started on Adalat and holy moly I got use of my hands back in winter. Absolutely  amazing. Canada is freaking cold around minus 30 so you can imagine how that works with raynauds. I also have high blood pressure so in my case it is one pill does two jobs."


"not working"


"Taking Wellbutrin 300XL for a while now. Previously used a SSRI which had little to no effect in that I would contemplate suicide nearly daily and had zero interest in life in general.

Now I actually want to do things again, I am enjoying life and I have more energy. I can't say enough how well this drug has worked for me. Only side effect I've experienced is decreased appetite and I've lost a few pounds, which for me is a good thing."


"Works well - sedating though."


"So I got nexplanon put in on March 3nd 2015. I didn't have any side effects until I started bleeding on March 21st. I have bled heavy for 6 months straight since March 21st and it doesn't seem like its stopping any time soon. I have felt sad  and I get mad at everything. I'm most definitely getting it out soon. It's definitely not worth it."


"I was given this medicine while I was in a mental hospital for my bipolar disoder. In fact, that's when I was diagnosed and then they started me on it. The first 2 weeks I felt like a zombie. I had no feelings or desires...nothing. Just blank. Then after about 3 or 4 months after I started I began lactating and now because of it I have no sex drive. I have been off of it for about 4 1/2 months and my sex drive still has not returned."


"Was on Soma for over three years. 250 mg 3 times a day. After my eye sight was effected, my eye Doctor suggested that I stop the Soma. I talked with my MD., who agreed.  Was very shocked to find that after 24 hours of stopping medication, I went into a full migraine headache, extreme sweating, extreme pain. I was hurting everywhere. Then vomiting started. This continued for days! Please if you are on this medication for any length of time slowly get off it. No one should go through what I went through. Finally got the Doctor to prescribe a few more pills to slowly get off this medication. READ before stopping any medication! IT worked great while taking it."


"I have a prostate infection with an enlarged prostate and urinary issues. I was given Flomax (30 days) initially with antibiotics but the Flomax made me dizzy and a bad stuffed up nose. I was then given Rapaflo to help treat the benign prostate hyperplasia and felt only a slight stuffy nose and of course the most common side effect no ejaculation. These side effects are common. This medication is important in treating BPH and infections. I now have no discomfort and urinate freely. I still have two weeks to go. I won't stop taking it until the 30 days are up per doctors orders.
For those people who are worried about the no ejaculation side effect, I have to say stick through and win the war. It will come back. Skipping or less sex for a month is worth it to get back to normal."


"Really helped get my panic attacks under control changed my life hardly any side effects."


"I've been suffering from anxiety and panic attacks for quite some time now and in the past year it's been happening more. Xanax helps, I've been prescribed this because it does help when the anxiety levels get very high and panic attacks and it also helps me to get some sleep at night as it helps reduce the level of anxiety.  Every person is different."


"This medicine has changed my life.  I am a 43 year old female, diagnosed as an adult with ADHD.  I always knew I was meant for more than what I seemed capable of achieving - although I would by no means consider myself an underachiever. The statement "you don't know what you don't know" rings so true for me.  Immediately upon starting this prescription my world changed.  I was able to fully complete tasks, stay on schedule, CONCENTRATE, and prioritize...the list goes on and on.  I wish I had a "before and after" photo of my home.  The clutter, disorganization, and chaos is gone.  My house very much symbolizes my brain.  I feel like my mind has been freed from the "fog", and I am able to accomplish so much more now with much less stress."


"I have been on this medication for 18 months now.  I have experienced severe hot flushes, which has mostly subsided.  I have bouts of severe bone pain in my thighs, shins to the point where it feels like I have been beat with a baseball bat.  I have insomnia along with mental confusion & short term memory loss.  I get mild nausea but have probably gained 30 lbs.  My arthritis in my ankles has Worsened.  Not sure how much longer I can stay on this medication."


"Starting my 4th pen, no side effects so far."


"I am up to 900mg a day now and my uric acid levels finally dropped below 5. Rheumatologist informed me that I will have attacks as my body breaks down all of the built up crystal formations in my joints. I pray this works as the expected attacks are occurring daily. Have minimal noticed side effects."


"I've been taking Lamictal for 7 months for seizures. It was prescribed by the Neurologist. One month after I started taking Lamictal, I suffered a stroke with an epilepsy attack. From day one, I told my doctor about all the stomach ache from taking Lamictal. She did not stop or changed the medication and now after having a biopsy to the stomach, it was found to be caused by Lamictal. I try to tell the doctor but she refuses to accept that Lamictal was causing my stomach aches. Lamictal is the only medication I am taking."


"I've gotten this implant about a month ago  omg I rather just take the pill I've had irregular bleeding before and I HATE to have my period in the first place so when I had my irregular period be4 I was a Lil over weight and had it for 3 months so I lost the weight and everything went back to normal to go from getting ur period and it lasting 4 days to bleeding 4 a month was just ridiculous to me  the CRAMPS OMG I COULD DIE I cried every day after I got this implant and when I say cry I mean cry I cried at work on the train going to work  I cried when I woke up and when I went to sleep it really made me emotional oh let me not forget one night I went to sleep when I woke up in blood everywhere. I would NEVER do this again"


"I've been taking Advil (Ibuprofen) since 1999 for headaches and body pains. I sometimes take this with the prescription medication Maxalt (which treats migraines) I've have REALLY bad headaches and migraines since I was in grade school and took Tylenol until when into my late 20's. I then started taking the regular 2 tablet dose, 400 mg. I HAVE on occasion upped the dosage (not on doctors instruction) to 600mg if the 400mg dosage isn't effective and the pain doesn't not subside within 30-45 minutes."


"I'm on 4 mg of ropinrole and that use to be enough but lately it is not. I was told by my Doctor not to take anymore then 4 mg per day. But I can't take it the past two days I have taken 5mgs per day does anyone esle take more then 4 mg per day"


"This time it was worse with red painful tender labia, intense itching and a small amount of discharge. That gave me the green light to go to urgent care and get the pill.  But I didn't want to wait at the doctors office and waste away the day.  I Googled monistat and this one had the best reviews (in stars) I waited until it was time  to go to bed so that I would be laying flat. I checked reviews again to see how long the healing would take and I see reports of burning.  I freaked and waited for the agony.  But it never happened.  No burning.  No pain at all. I felt better the next day!  I think maybe some women had really bad cases that caused the burning.  It worked great for me!"


"It works. I don't take it everyday, It makes me feel out of it and pretty tired. Not as strong as benadryl which knocks me out cold but still it's pretty strong. If any of these OTC medicines had any type of euphoria they honestly wouldn't be that bad lol, but they just make you feel like you haven't slept in 2 days. I wish I could find an allergy medicine that didn't make me feel tired and weird. I've tried non drowsy Clartin but it doesn't do anything at all."


"I've been on doxy for almost 20 days and have seen no improvement. I'm hoping that it begins to work for me soon. Also, I took my pill one morning before I had eaten breakfast and became very nauseous. I was driving and had to pull over and then I threw up. Make sure you take it with a full meal."


"So I had my mirena IUD put in about 3 months ago. I had a pretty uncomfortable experience with insertion but it was manageable I guess. So everyday for the last 3 months, since the day I had it put in, I've gad spotting/bleeding. It looks like for the past week or so it may be starting to wear off FINALLY! So supposedly this mirena is supposed to help with acne. Let me just say from my experience so far, it had not helped my acne in any way. In fact, it has made me breakout like CRAZY!!!!! I will say that so far, I have not had any large amounts of bleeding at all. So that's a plus. Another thing I find absolutely horrifying about this IUD is my mood swings! MY LORD! I can't believe the miserable mood swings I get!"


"I delivered an 8-pound baby by high forceps but have never experienced the discomfort and crazy irritation like I have from this product. This better freakin' kill the yeast because I don't think I could live through another 3 days of this. Took ibuprofen and Benadryl, but if I had anything stronger, I'd take it with a shot of whiskey. Wow this stuff is painful!!"


"I've been on BC for about a month and I have horrible acne on my jawline and forehead that doesn't go away for a while. I have bad mood swings and easily irritated and angry since I've started."


"Well after 64 days sober, I had a relapse.  Really wasnt proud of myself, now been on campral a few days and so far so good.  I found vthis excellent in my 64 day sobriety so I know it works for me.  Now to stick to it and sort out my anxiety which triggers my drink binges.  Fingers crossed guys and good luck to all of you trying to stick to sobriety."


"My husband suffered from toe nail fungus since I met him for years. One day he was given free samples of lamisil for a three month period. He took it and his toe nails miraculously cured! From super yellow nails that were impossible to cut to natural healthy nails. He worked in construction so wearing steel toe shoes did not helped. He got some back but after ten years, due to his job. It was not contagious though. I worked at Home Depot for a year and wore steel toe boots for protection and noticed a bit of fungus growing on my big toe!,  I requested lamisil and the Dr. Was reluctant to prescribe it for the possible side effects, all bodies are different so let's see what happens. I don't believe in topical antifungal!"


"Taking this medication as prescribed gives back quality of life with in days of first use. The least you take ,the more effective in pain reduction.  For anybody using any opiate for recreational use has no idea what the complications ahead in time. Not only losing everyday enjoyment. BUT revolve around becoming physically dependent (dope sick) on medication day in day  out .  Trust me you don't need the extra stress, NO body that takes this medication prescribed by a doctor, wants to suffer not only from chronic pain but then physically/mental stress that comes with opiate use . I do not work in the medical field , this is all from personal experience. Hope this information helps out in anyway ! CREDAD"


"I was diagnosed with GW in my early thirties. I had three little warts and the doctor prescribed Aldara. I used it 3 times a week as directed. The first day I did notice some intense itching, but that was it. I did not have burning or trouble urinating like most people have experienced. After a week using Aldara, I've noticed the warts were fading. The medication works pretty fast if you have small warts. The only negative side effect I experienced was of course itching,  but that was short lived, and I developed a tiny anal fissure from the medication. Not sure why because I've never had one until I used Aldara. I would recommend anyone to use the medication for GW. Just please use it as directed otherwise you may experience discomfort."


"I've been on Junel for 10 months now and have no complaints. I had very mild nausea and mood swings for the first 2 months but have not experienced these since. My moderate acne has completely cleared up thanks to this pill. My only complaint is that my pack is 21 days with no placebo pills. I wish I had the placebo pills for consistency.  Also, I did not gain weight but I regularly make healthy lifestyle choices and am active."


"I started taking Loestrin after I had 3 ovarian cysts burst. I also had irregular periods, those were a pain. I started it in the summer and when I did, I began not feeling good. I would have to wake up, hop out of bed and eat right away, and it didn't always work too well. In October I went to the doctor after I had severe stomach burning, and I found out I had acid reflux. I began then taking 1 Prilosec a day for a couple of months. Then I switched to generic Prilosec and my pain came back. So I took two a day. When that didn't help I then switched back to Prilosec after a couple months and took two a day also. My pain has been okay, I frequently take tums to help. Other than that and some spotting when I missed a pill one time, this works."


"This is the wonder drug. I was on Vicodin and oxycodone for over 6 years from back surgery. I found a doctor who helped me get off them and give me life again. It saved me from losing my family and my friends. Suboxone starting working immediately after the first dose. Instantly I was feeling better about my life. If in doubt don't be, admit you have a problem and get some help. Read all the above comments, they are true."


"I have only taken the XL for 3 days, I have had some anxiety and take Ativan to get through. I feel more able to focus, complete projects, not so much crying, starting to feel like I can cope with life again. I am working, I would advise people to take a couple days off work when starting just to let the side effects subside. I had sexual dysfunction with Zoloft, so I am hoping that I don't have the same problem with this med."


"Started at 25 for about two weeks, then went to 50. Each dosage change brought back a few symptoms, but all are gone in a few days. Zoloft helped me a lot, I had never taken an anti depressant before so I was nervous. My intrusive thoughts are gone one month later!! Don't read to much into this page, it caused me to have anxiety/panic attacks. My biggest problem was swallowing, but that was due to anxiety, I didn't want to take the anxiety Meds on top of zoloft, so I just waited the attacks out, last max two hours. Just know to gradually increase your dosage and to check in with prescribing person when you have concerns.  Side effects: nausea, fatigue, loose stools, blurry vision in morning, breast felt numb (gone now), dry mouth (gum!!)."


"Improved my asthma symptoms quickly but the side effects made it unusable. Improved lung function within a day or two but had severe muscle spasms first in my right trapezius . Didn't relate it to drug at first so went to dr and started muscle relaxers and inflammation reduction meds. Unable to turn head at all by day 3 and not able to sleep because of pain. Discontinued Breo and symptoms were better within a few days. Restarted Breo a week later and had muscle spasm in upper thighs and neck by day two.  I really liked the effect for my lungs but the pain and lack of function are not bearable."


"I had a good experiance with Methotrexate. I've been fighting with psorises for last 8 years. I'm 35. I tried so many things.  One of my doctor gave me methotrexate just to try on me 4 years back.  2 tables a week. For 3 weeks For example ( if I took one table in morning and one in evening in monday.  Then the same dose on next Monday.  And the last one next Monday.) So after this dose my psorises disappears for 6 to 7 months.

I repeat this dose onces a year.

But the best effected treatment for me was herbal treatment from China.  I stayed there for 3 weeks . They gave me herbals to boil and drink the water with proper diet. I did this for 4 months and my psorises was gone for 12 months. I was not able to continue that diet n treatment."


"I have been on Sprycel for 9 month.  Previously on Gleevec for 2 years.  I find Sprycel in the beginning to be wonderful, no side effects.  Now 9 months since I have started, I am experiencing mild to mid level nausea as well as conjunctivitis and dry eye syndrome."


"I started Wellbutrin after taking Zoloft for several years.  The Zoloft was not effective anymore, though it had worked perfectly for a long time.  Wellbutrin nearly killed me.  I was more upset, anxious, and suicidal than I had been in years.  For some reason, it just did not agree with me chemically.  Afterward I went on Remeron.  That was an experience to read about!"


"I'm 59 years old, and have experienced migraines since age 5.  Imitrex is the best drug I've used.  I take 100 mg at the first sign, and it prevents it 80% of the time.  If taken after the headache starts, it stops the pain within 1 hour, and much faster if I lay down.  Yes, there are mild side effects--drowsiness, sensitivite to hot and cold, but it sure is better than a headache."


"I've been suffering from 24/7 muscle pain (chronic upper body tension, spasms, muscle pain, headaches, etc.) everyday for 8 years.  I started Lyrica 3 weeks ago at 50 mg 2x a day.  Other than a little fuzzy fibro brain, which is not uncommon for me, I've had no major side effects at all.  I bumped it up to 50 mg in the a.m.  At the 2 week mark, I wasn't feeling much better, so I bumped the dose another 25 mg a day in the a.m. for a total of 75 mg a day.  Oh my God ... I haven't felt this good in years!!  it's been about a week now, and I don't want to jinx it, but, honestly, Lyrica is life-changing for me ... and I haven't gained a single pound!"


"Nothing short of life changing! I started taking for depression and anxiety, have never tried anything else. Found that I needed to take with meals to avoid jitters and make sure I took second dose before 4pm to avoid sleep issues. Very mild constipation, stools just seem harder.

The good part- I don't feel medicated at all. I don't cry all the time anymore. I started to notice that I was actually enjoying life and events. I completely stopped needing alcohol and/or food to fill an emotional void. It was amazing for me what this change in outlook did for my sex life - I want sex regularly and hang ups I used to have disappeared. Caution - one generic manufacturer did not work at all. Use only brand or Sandoz!"


"Before using this birth control my period was an absolute nightmare. Cramps so bad I wouldn't be able to go to work, severe bloating and back pain, and a nasty full 7 days of bleeding. The first month of using this birth control and there was a huge difference! All my period symptoms went away and I have a light period that usually starts the Tuesday or Wednesday after the white pills and ends by Friday or Saturday. Sounds cheesy but this pill seriously changed my life during my period."


"I have been on this birth control for a year. My pharmacy is now switching to Larissia, so I wanted to write a review before the switch. This pill was my first, so I have nothing to compare to. It works great as birth control, I have not gotten pregnant or had any scares-- libido unaffected. My periods are MUCH better-- I still get cramps, but it is 90% better than it used to be. I used to fill an over-night pad in 2-3 hours, now my periods are lighter and last 5 days rather than 10. The downsides are that I gained 15-20 lbs with no lifestyle change, and I am super moody, depressed, anxious, etc anymore."


"I started taking phenergen to assist with ongoing bad allergies (to dust mite and pollen) and found it very effective for this as well as guaranteeing me a good night sleep. I only take a 10mg dose about 1 hour before bed and no later than 8pm if I want to wake early for exercise before work. I find if I take it any later I am lethargic at 0530 and take a bit to get going.
I have also used the syrup for my young boys as a rare sleep aid. Both my husband (who was prescribed it when he had an allergic reaction to penicillin) and eldest 5 yo are affected by this antihistamine/sleep aid. It makes them groggy and crabby the next day. My youngest (3yo) and I have only positive effects from it."


"Seroquel helped with my panic attacks and break downs, but it made me feel lifeless (which I prefer versus crying). However I experienced ever side effect listed and even ended up in the ER! My heart was beating uncontrollably and sharp pains, I thought I was having a heart attack. I had to get monitored for 6 hours. Also I lost strength in moving limbs. It works but too many side effects. "


"Had been taking Telmisartan/HCTZ 80.25 for the last few years until my doctor recommended me to try Edarbyclor 40/25 which I have been taking now for about a week.  So far since taking, I feel a difference in a positive way and my BP has gone down.  Not a lot of water retention and small side effect of a little headache.  Ankle and legs swelling has gone down, don't feel like I have elephant legs and ankles anymore.  I give this a THUMBS UP, so far."


"I've been on this medication for 3 days.  500mg twice a day for 7 days.   I'm having no side effects.  Although I am still experiencing a lot of discomfort like I have to pee REALLY bad most of the time.  I wonder if this is one of the symptoms of BV?   My urine checked out fine."


"Started taking uloric after allopurinol gave me neuropothy in my feet and kept me up at night.  First drug to get uric acid below 6...so happy doctor.  I'm 65 and have only had 2 major gout attacks and never want to experience that again.  The expense has driven my drug costs into the "donut hole" and can't use the discount card due to the many restrictions.  Way to expensive but don't want gout again."


"Currently being 15, I've had migraines about everyday since I was 11 and I was prescribed this medication a few months ago. It worked okay for a few weeks, most days of the week I'd be migraine free. Now though, I get my daily migraines regardless of taking it and I believe I've been heavily hallucinating for the past month or two and I had a night terror. And because of these hallucinations, I haven't been able to sleep well. I get maybe 4-5 hours of sleep everyday.
The only positive aspect I can think of is that its helped me socialize better, I'm not so nervous about speaking anymore."


"Avoid. I feel like I am on speed. In fact, I told this to my husband the night before, when I couldn't sleep. 9am, & I am on currently on night 3 of sleeplessness, as I only now thought to look up side effects. I am livid. Who on Earth would want to be unable to sleep when sick?!? I'm mad my husband didn't buy the medicine I requested! He actually told the pharmacist my symptoms, and this is what was recommended. It hasn't done ANYTHING except kept me awake for 3 days. I've been congested with terrible sinus headaches. This medication hasn't touched it... As a result, I still have this sinus congestion with terrible pressure headaches, only now I also feel extremely anxious, ALERT, and my eyeballs feel as though they're going to shrivel up."


"okay so when I originally read reviews for this pill, I was TERRIFIED. I assume you understand why. But I decided to give it a shot since my old bc (lutera) was not working for my body.
having previously struggled pretty badly with acne, I was prepared for the worst. My skin did get worse, yes, but with a consistent skin care routine I have managed it back to normal.
I have been on this pill for 6 months and I actually like it a lot. I get cramps but my periods are 2 days, if at all. I had some break through bleeding at the beginning but it wasn't bad at all and did not bother me. It's worth a shot.
Not all birth controls are perfect. You are pumping your body with hormones that shouldn't be there, hence the side affects. good luck!"


"I am 18 and had mild acne before I started using this product. At least four days after using Benzaclin I definitely started noticing results, my face cleared up dramatically. I would wash my face at night, put it wherever I had acne then sleep with it on. If I ever had a pimple I would put the cream directly on it and it would dry out by the end of the day. Benzaclin is an amazing product and I would highly recommend it to anyone with acne problems."


"It's helped me from my dependence and it really works well to stave off withdrawal.  The negatives outweigh the positives for me.  This drug has caused me to gain a lot of weight mostly from fluid retention.  It's very hard to come off you have to taper very slowly like a mg a week or you'll feel like crap. If you don't have insurance you have to pay $400 a month where I live this is going to a methadone clinic. This drug also cuts off your sex drive I used to be a very sexual person now I have little to no desire for sex anymore.  If you're on a high dose on most days you'll feel out of it and very sleepy so it's important that you tell your doctor/nurse the truth about your dose you don't want to be on too high nor too low of a dose."


"I had back surgery- severe, debilitating migraines (one per week)- a stroke at age 30 (8 years ago)- knee, shoulder, wrist, ankle and hand surgeries. Call me Humpty Dumpty because I would have fallen apart but Baclofen has helped put me back together again. It cuts down on the spasms and helps dull the pain. My migraines are down to 1 a month and over within 12-24 hours. I take 10MGs x 8 pills before bed. I take Ambien to help me sleep but have HUGE problems waking up and staying awake. I have fallen asleep at work (bad when you are a teacher). My Dr. started me on Nuvigil 250MG mornings and it is a life/job saver. Also taking Seroquel, Nexium, Triliptal, Exalgo, Lexapro, 15000 UI of vitamin D and had to start Hyzaar since beginning Baclofen."


"I found that within a day of taking Bactrim the infection got better, which was GREAT because I had had it for a while.  I experienced a few side effects, dizziness, lack of energy, insomnia if I took the pill a few hours before bed (I found to overcome this I took the pill just before going to sleep) and headaches but they seemed to dissipate after 2-3 days."


"After one year on this I haven't felt anything good or bad I took a vacation and forgot it at home and went without it for about three weeks and I didn't feel any different and when I told my doctor about this. If I could stop taking it  he told me no I should take it before bedtime even if it does not do anything. So what gives ??"


"I am 22 and I had my period for 5 weeks straight so I went to the doctor and they told me I lost so much blood I had to get a blood transfusion then they put me on Provera 10mg 3 x a day for 2 months. At first it stopped the bleeding for a month but then the Provera stopped working so my Dr. switched me on birth control and that doesn't work either. I've been bleeding for a month now. I don't know what to do."


"I'm a mid 20s female who should have been on ADD medicines years ago, this is the only one I've tried so nothing to compare it to. Love Adderall because of the obvious side effects: take it in the morning and can get out of bed in 30 minutes without feeling the normal exhaustion I've felt my whole life first few hours of day, no appetite so in beginning weight loss and now weight maintenance, and energy throughout the day (until it wears off), almost like an extreme diet pill. Even though I have energy to run around and could get stuff done, seem to just run around aimlessly not doing anything with a point. I snap and have a temper that I never used to have. "


"Works well in the long term, not for immediate pain relief."


"I have been battling bipolar the majority of my life. At one point I was on 8 different medications: lamictal, depakote, seroquel, elavil, neurontin, propranolol, a couple I can't think of.  My most recent doctor got me down to 3, the main one being Lithium. I began Latuda on 20mg for a week and now I'm on my 4th day at 40mg. Today is my second day with adverse side effects...extreme nausea, loss of appetite and diarrhea.  I trust this will pass as it did the first few weeks with lithium.  I have to say that I'm loving the med otherwise. I'm quicker to smile and slower to anger...I nearly feel in control.  Make sure you take with food and expect to be less than 100% for a couple of weeks."


"I am having carpal tunnel release surgery on Tuesday and have been off my Mobic for about 6 days now. I have pain in areas I had know idea hurt, left Knee, neck, both wrist, all fingers, right elbow and right Shoulder. It was first prescribed for left knee pain only. I can't wait to get this surgery done and get back on it. I am in so much pain."


"Penicillin VK did -0-; Keflex cleared up a BAD infection from getting a 2 inch splinter out of the upper half of the bottom of my foot. Side effects were miserable: PAIN, fatigue, constipation; now 6 days since last doses. STILL, Keflex cleared up the infection that had a BROWN/YELLOW discharge. A STRANGE antibiotic, but I'd rather have pain than cellulitis."


"It is difficult to rate this medication. I have all forms of Neuropathy, very painful and Lyrica has been the best so far at eliminating pain, allowing me to overcome the insomnia from the Neuropathy and opiate medication. Even at very small doses. I take 50mg once daily before bed and it works. The problem is the side effects, the worst being that after three days my eyesight is so degraded that I can not drive, I cannot read anything on the television 6 feet away, there is some eye pain and my eyes seem dry and burning. Eye problems can be serious. Wandering eye, crossed eyes and most commonly blurred vision. It also causes peripheral edema in my legs and feet."


"Klonopin helps my social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder associated with Bipolar Disorder I. I've been taking 1mg twice per day for 8 years and works great. I'm able to get things done without thinking something terrible is going to happen."


"I started taking this years ago, my dermatologist prescribed it, I had went off the pill and started getting acne on my chest and back.  It worked wonderful!  Also it took away the oily shine I had on my face!  But the best part of all was my cramps stopped right before my periods, and the periods got lighter and then they stopped completely! I think its been almost a year now since I have had one its weird though, because if I miss a day taking the pill, I will start cramping. I wonder if I quit, will my period start back?  oh, and it did nothing for me on the losing of weight.. wish it did though!"


"I always knew I was vulnerable to having the blues, but it wasn't until I lost my motivation, could no longer enjoy the simple things in life (music, TV shows, vacation!)  and would randomly burst into tears, did I realize this was something more serious.  The first two weeks were brutal (1/2 tablet in morning, 1/2 tablet in evening). I was extremely anxious, had debilitating fatigue and zero appetite.  Third week the symptoms set aside and I was a bit better but still felt robotic.  Then the past 2-3 days, I noticed I was singing, joking around, MUCH less irritable and wasn't haunted by negative thoughts of doom or self-loathing.  My memory is even better. Give it a fair chance, I promise you won't regret it."


"I started taking this pill because I've been in a relationship for awhile and wanted to be safe once we decided to start having sex. I've now been on it for four months and my experience has been terrible. For the first three months I had severe stomach pain which led to a loss of appetite and a decrease of 15lbs. I mean it's great that I lost some weight but it wasn't healthy for my body to go through that. I also continue to experience fatigue. I have little motivation because I am exhausted from the slightest amount of activity. I also feel very sad constantly. I cry almost every day and my mood swings have caused strain on my relationship."


"my doctor change albuterol to breo ellipta 200/25 i used 6 months. It help but it design  for that, i have lot side defect, blood pressure  go up  from 145/155 to 165 then gain weight from 180 pounds  to 190 pounds  + start getting  boils left and right usually  between  4 to 6 weeks  on my face 6 times and on my but 4 times  .I do not recomended  this medication  is very expensive  then i stop used 2 weeks and i will  like proof my doctor those boils is becouse i used thic medicine  ,according to my doctor it's not from breo ellipta"


"I was on Tri-Nessa for almost 6 months. It did its job on birth control. My acne was almost gone with this medication, and less hormonal during my time of the month. Worked great for me. No abnormal bleeding with this one.

The bad effect that happened to me: During the 6 month period, I had gained 25 pounds. I went from 110 to 135lbs. I wasn't like a twig, I was fit. But then after this, I got tired and just ate all the time. I also would get really nauseous from the first 2 weeks. Works well, but the side effects were bad.

Everybody is different, but this is what happened to me."


"I can't tell you how great this has been for me. Slight disruption in my period but nothing serious.  Since that though I haven't had my period in 8 months. June was the last time.  March now.  No mood swings. SO MUCH BETTER than traditional birth control.  Used to be on tri sprintec and cried all the time for no reason.   I love nexplanon.  Will take it out when having a kid next year sometime, but going back in right after.  Oh, not painful either.  Kinda uncomfortable cause you need to keep it under wraps for a day or two after getting it, but honestly so worth it.   Sounds like I was paid to say this lol.  Really, I know everyone is different, but for me this was a god send.  Hope your experience is as good as mine."


"Muscle aches from neck to ankles."


"Weight gain but not as bad as seroquel and zyprexa. Just been on it for 10 days but I wouldn't want to prejudge this med just yet. If your doctor has prescribed this med then take it as he stated otherwise tell them it's not for you."


"occasional dizziness but drug works"


"Triglyceride levels were 508.    Doctor prescribed VASCEPA 6 months ago.

Did another doctor visit and detailed blood report shows triglyceride lowered to 205. There is no change to my diet and exercise routine so VASCEPA is the only change.

Will continue to take next 3 months."


"I have had afib since I was 9, it lasted until  I was 27, then it just went away for 29 years, a year ago it returned, episodes last 6-12 hour episodes, 2-3 monthly, I was on Multaq  500 mg 2 times a day for 6 months, with no change at all, and at the price of $600 a month I finally asked my cardiologist  if we could stop it, He agreed, been 6 months without, still get the afib 2-3 times a month."


"I thought I would share my insertion experience. I would rate pain as a 2/10. I had some discomfort during the clamping of my cervix and the measuring of my uterus. There was mild cramping and an awkward feeling because having something in your uterus is not something you normally feel. The actual insertion was one second of strong pressure and done! I have had worse cramping during my period and the cramping from prep and insertion went away almost instantly. I highly recommend getting it done during your period (my doctor suggested it) because you cervix dilates slightly and softens to allow menstrual flow."


"I am a 28 year old female and my highest weight was 217 lb I am very active and work out 4 times a week at least but suffer from hashimotos thyroid along with Ibs-c. I have been to a handful of Specialists over the course of 10 years and used to have to run 2 hours a day just to keep my weight stable. My doctor recently added T3 to my regular levothyroxin everyday and I noticed more energy but my weight still clung on. She started me on a two-week trial of Qsymia (while trying to get approval from my insurance company) the first few days I felt foggy and very thirsty. I am now on day 11 and dropped 7 lbs still working out the same I never had much of an appetite and don't eat many fatty foods which is why we looked into this medication"


"I never started my period on my own and at the age 17 I was put on BC pills and that  made me pass out so I switched to the depo shot and it made me hurt and very sickish I couldn't eat so I was then convinced by my doctor to go on the nexplanon and it worked up until I couldn't eat again or do anything and my mood swings were horrible... I'm 20 years old now and I am trying to get pregnant with my boyfriend that the only reason I went off of all and any BC meds... But I haven't had a period since may  . Can I get pregnant still?"


"My older brother has had schizoprenia since he was 14 years old in 1970's. He has been on many, many medicines with some or little success. He was then put on Clozaril in his thirty's, what a miracle Clozaril was. He was able to live a almost normal life for over 10 years and within 3 days his life went from happy to hell again, because of his blood test result, we tried to get him back on it but due to the special list with people who have reactions to it are not able to ever take it again. My brother is one of the lucky one's though he has a family that totally supports him and encourages him to live and do the best that he can. He lives in a adult facility that takes care of his needs and makes sure he gets his medicines."


"Triglycerides 1,300+; Maintained at around 200 for last 14 years with Fenofibrate."


"I started taking lexapro for anxiety and depression. My anxiety was so bad at times, I felt like I was having mini panic attacks. The worst part of my day was the thought of waking up and having to go to work. I have 3 children and felt like I couldn't take care of them, thank god for my family. Besides the occasional Advil for a headache, I do not take any other medications and didn't really like the idea of being on this type of medication. BUT, you know what? I have a family, friends, a career, and house, so if I have to take a little pill to feel better, then so be it. I'm just glad I don't have to suffer and there is help out there."


"I have used Depo-Provera since I was 16. It started to control my period as it was irregular, and ended up years later as birth control. I have never had a period since my first injection, also never had any side effects. This is an awesome idea for someone who is irregular or just hates that time of the month. The only bad side to this medicine is I have lost a lot of bone density in the 8 years I have used it. My advice is take lots of calcium while using this drug. Other then that it's great and I have recommended it to others in my years of using it and will continue to."


"Had been on Prozac - that pooped out.  Then Effexor, its was okay.  This okay, but I get the dizzies every evening as the product wears out.  Doctor tried Wellbutrin - not a good fit as I got just plain mean.  I wish I could find a good medicine that sticks with me, doesn't have me put on weight, and drag me down.  Mood is okay, but just okay.  Not interested in much as I used to be."


"Make sure you take the pill within 24 hours! I took the pill 1 hour after my mishap. I had small cramps a few days later and a week after taking the pill I spotted for about half a day then a light period started right after.. it lasted only a few days. I usually have light periods anyways. This pill works just try not to stress and take if as soon as possible."


"Have just been prescribed Maxalt Melt after a lifetime of pain and feel I have discovered gold! My only disappointment is having only three pills when I need a truckload!"


"I am only on day 7, so far this pill has helped my ovarian cyst pain. I still have some pain but not as bad as before. Has also cleared up my acne so far. I had one migraine and one time had some nausea. But other than that I can also tell this pill has helped my mood. So far so good, will continue to take this pill."


"I started taking Wellbutrin 150mg one week ago. I suffer from mild depression, but I feel like I am going through a rough patch in my marriage/life and needed something to change.  I exercise regularly, own a business and sleep well, but just didn't have that "get up and go" that I felt others had.  So, my doctor had given me a prescription for Lexapro that had horrible side effects right off the bat.  Heartburn, insomnia, and this kind of stressed out feeling that made me VERY uncomfortable. My doc gave me a new prescription for Wellbutrin and I take it the moment I wake up each morning.  I feel Happy, Energetic and Ready to tackle the day.  No insomnia, but I do have a reduced appetite.  This may be just the ticket!"


"This is my 4th month after switching from Ortho tri-cyclin to tri-previfem due to my insurance and availability and I am miserable. For preventing pregnancy, sure, the pill works. But for anything else, it is horrible. I have gained several pounds over the last month and have not changed anything about my life style. My face is breaking out along my chin nearly every day. I am having constant serious mood swings. I am anti social and I have no sex drive. I have considered ending my year long relationship for the tiniest reasons and I am horrible to my family. I have never had mental health issues before I took this pill and I am hoping stopping will help me return to my normal self..."


"I've been on the Depo for 4 years now and I must say it's an interesting method. I've had light spotting a few times before but nothing too heavy and it never lasted long until now. I just got my period for the first time in 4 years. I haven't had any weight gain but my acne has gotten a lot worse. I break out a lot before my shot is due and my breasts get really sore. The Depo is amazing but be sure to keep up with bone density tests and let your doctor know of any side effects as some can be serious."


"Until Banzel, I was taking Ativan at least once every day.  And the after effects left me really in a bad mood and sometimes aggressive.  With Banzel, and my other seizure medicines, I haven't needed Ativan since December of 2009.  I can even get out of the house.  It works for me."


"Chapped hands"


"Took this med for about 3 months. If I could have given it a lower rating than -0- I would. I had constant yeast infections, peed all the time, excessive thirst, dry skin, and vaginal sores. Heck, I might as well have not taken it, as I had all the symptoms of high blood sugar, and it would have been cheaper! I would not recommend this drug for anyone."


"I have been on SSRI since the age of 14 now I can tell you I am 42 now and have lived half my life in a fog. Feeling tierd, not interested in anything just wanting to sleep. I changed from lexapro to cymbalta a week ago and wow.  I have energy I'm not like dragging myself around all day. I feel motivated - the only down fall has been hot flashes. I read cymbalta can cause that but I will deal with it as I feel as great. I have more than one emotion, I would say definately try it everyone is going to respond differently. Have had some issues waking up alot at night. But that's about it. I have to pay 200 dollars a month for this medicine but it is worth it. Good luck to you"


"For me, only simvastatin by Cobalt Labs did not cause severe muscle and joint pain.  The others contain a filler that causes the pain."


"I'm use to norco 10/325 and I take four a day due to my job and major back problems.  I switched to hyslinga er 40 once a day and it hasn't helped at all. I'm still in pain as I lay here and I haven't even noticed anything from the medication it's like tylenol  or something. Ur better off with almost anything else good luck to others."


"I was prescribed metronidazole 400mg after the extraction of an infected wisdom tooth. I was taking amoxicillin prior to the surgery and for 3 days following the surgery however the infection continued to spread and my whole face was swollen. On returning to the oral surgeon I was prescribed metronidazole which began to take effect and reduce the infection after 2 days. I have experienced no adverse side effects from taking this medication."


"Awful. I'm currently on this birth control and literally everyday I bleed. And there's an odor that comes with it. It's awfull. I'm going to give it a few days but it's bad."


"It hit me hard. Insomnia. Bad dreams. Dilated pupils. Brain fog and headache. Freaky hungry but I countered with Tumeric Golden Tea to up my insulin resistance. I took 2 days. I was Tripppping..."


"Been on microgestin FE 1/20 since September. I had some side effects -nervousness, odd dreams, during the first 10 days. I lost my appetite and have not regained it. During this last 6 weeks my anxiety has returned triple. I can't sleep. I'm exhausted. I have vivid nightmares. It's awful. I have constant feeling of dread & anxiety, like I want to break things. I got on the med to control constant menstrual bleeding...I'm 47 now. The pill has worked well for that and my hair is growing back where I lost some due when iron was low. My period cramps have increased a little, but not overbearingly. I have Dr appt in January. Hope she takes me off this pill before I go insane. They should take this pill off the market."


"Is very good for pain. I have ankle strains, elbow bursitis, shoulder bursitis, arthritis and joint pain and strained tendons in both knees. Constipation is the only side effect."


"I have been on 3 different birth control pills. I started with Tri-Cyclen Lo which didn't work because I had breakthrough bleeding. Same thing happened with the Tri-Cyclen. I've been using Apri for six months now and at first it was good but now I have a really heavy periods and breakthrough bleeding. I want to switch to a different birth control but I don't know what would be the best choice."


"I have taken paxil on and off for roughly 17 years. I thought it was helping and that the anxiety, moodiness and feeling a bit zoned out was normal and hormones. But 10 months ago I changed to Zoloft due to a pregnancy and I feel like a new person. My husband was the first to notice it! My stress levels have decreased hugely and I'm much calmer and life is much easier."


"Those that first get Mirena should not be discouraged. In the first few hours, I experienced menstrual-like cramps. Then, I spotted for a straight two months! But, eventually, the spotting stopped and I've only spotted for a couple of day in months and months afterwords. I've had Mirena for almost a year and it's been a blessing knowing I'm protected and never have to worry about dates and times and 'did I take my pill today?'"


"Had a migraine/headache daily for months over right eye etc nothing helped.
Doctor finally gave me 40mg propanalol in twice a day (total dose 80mg) headaches completely gone.
At first I was sleepy and about hypotensive but this was just the first three days.  Since then feel like my usual self but without this annoying headache/migraine and nausea. 10/10 - only problem is I'm worried they might take me off propanalol and the headache will come back.... could I be on this indefinitely? Mmmm"


"I didn't like this medication athat all.  I became very mean and didn't care about what I said or who it may of hurt.  It also noticed occasional memory loss of short periods of time.  Just say no!!!!"


"It's my third month treatment for latent TB. My ALT (liver enzyme) increased already three times than normal  at 100. I experience chills, fever, joint pain, tingling on my hands and feet, nausea. I'm very worried about my liver damage too. My doctor told me to get blood work every week and if I start vomiting to stop medication and call her right away. I'm so upset if I stop medication I might get active TB at one moment in life and I would need more medication, if I continue, I don't feel well and I don't know what effect would have, in time on my body and especially on my liver.
Maybe I should have refused the treatment in first place. Life sucks. :(
ps. I take every day one tablet of Isoniazid 300mg with vitamin B6 25mg"


"this pill has been giving me the blues. Since starting I've had constant yeast infections & bv. Increased hunger nausea and severe bloating. Only thing it does efficiently is prevent pregnancy & btw. I haven't seen my period in 3 months. Feeling terrible "


"I've been taking Xenical 120mg tablets as I was close to 19 stone, I've always been a big girl, but having an underactive thyroid plus polycystic ovarian syndrome just kept me gaining weight, which made me depressed, which made me eat more. I've been on them 5 weeks in the first 4 weeks I've lost 18llbs, and am due to get weighed in 3 weeks again, I've been going gym and swimming as well and sticking to 2000 calories."


"I have had Irritable Bowel Syndrome-C for most of my adult life, and this medicine is the only thing that calms everything down. I do not take it every day - only when things get intolerable, and even then I usually try to take it at night, as it does cause drowsiness and "cognitive impairment."  It definitely works, though! In my opinion, it's worth a try."


"Have been on Livalo for a few years, 2mg a day. I'm a female, 58, 5'3, normal-petite. First I have to say reading all the reviews r not useful to many people. U cannot compare yourself to a 75 yr old or a 35 yr old or even female/male. I feel u can only find answers when u compare yourself to the same type of person. I do not take any other medication except for Xanax for panic/anxiety disorder. After a few years of taking Livalo I'm experiencing horrible joint pains in my toes and feet. I feel like I'm 78 when I get up in the morning. There is no history of arthritis in my family. My mother lived to 94, my dad 92. They had little health issues but not til they were old. I'm so depressed now, I don't want to be around friends. My feet hurt"


"I switched to this birth control after being on the same one for 7 years. I changed because my other one was giving me extreme headaches when I went to the sugar pill. Trinessa has given me horrible breakouts and I've always had really good skin. The main reason I will be switching is because of my horrible mood swings. I am annoyed and irate 24/7. It's horrible. I'm going to go back to higher dosage of pills to get my hormones under control."


"I was on this pill for about 7 or 8 months and I did not have a good experience at all. This was my first time on birth control so I wasn't really sure what to expect. The first few months were fine, I noticed I was a little high strung but thought it was due to other things going on. Once life had mellowed out a bit, I was still having these terrible mood swings. I only had high highs or low lows, with no in between. I'd snap at my husband constantly and I was extremely depressed. I had frequent headaches and I gained 15 pounds when I had never had any major weight changes before that. I stopped the pill about two months ago and have noticed my mood swings have stopped and I feel much better. Only plus was that I didn't get pregnant."


"Started a 8 week treatment of Harvoni my viral load was 850000 my alt 22 & ast 23 I think I have had this since 73 I have kept my self healthy by supplements and IV's. I have been on Harvoni for two weeks and no symptoms. I take it after lunch because it works best with acid in the stomach up date will come after 7th week. God bless all"


"Viberzi has changed my life.I take it for IBS and I am very grateful for this medicine. I have been on it about 6 months now. I was the first person my Gastro doctor perscribed it to. If I forget to take a dose I will know because my symptoms come right back and I take my pill and I'm fine again. I do not forget to take it very often.

My insurance does not cover the medicine but I have  a discount card and I only pay $30 a month co pay. The original price is way to high. It is over one thousand dollars. I could never afford that monthly."


"Terrible side effects, had bone pain for 2 wks."


"I was on Lexapro for over 10 yrs. LOVED it. Made me feel normal. I finally knew what people were smiling about on a spring morning. Long story short, had to say goodbye to an old friend. Lexapro worked great but stopped working after 10 yrs. Looking for a new friend. Just met Citalopram. Start taking tomorrow. 40 mg. Could be my new best friend."


"I use Coversyl Plus HD..It has a diuretic. I don't know if the medication is working or not, because I take Doxazosin & Atenolol as well. There are some days when I feel light headed for a couple of hours, then that will wear off. I don't know if the medications are to blame, or if something else is going on. I saw an Internist last July, & he blames the lightheadedness on the Atenolol. garbage.!
I know my body, & I'm sure it is not the Atenolol. I have muscle problems in my neck, also disc
problems . I have burning sensations in my legs (blamed on what's going on in my spine). I'm at total wits end with it all. I was taught that if there's something going on in the body that's not normal,
then of course the body will react= hypertension."


"I've been taking Melatonin for a few months now, for delayed sleep phase syndrome and it has helped with sleep dramatically about half of the time. The rest of the time, I still usually get to sleep at my "normal" time around 2:30-3:30am. The problem with this is it's unreliable. You never know when it'll work and when it won't. And there are times when it just doesn't. I will keep taking it though."


"Product works great, however I did experience some side effects, especially when I first started taking it, nothing that wasn't in the information though.
I had fairly severe pain in my chest similar to heartburn pain; but this went away over time, and I only occasionally experience minor now (been on it for a year).  I also did experience a little blurred vision at first, but again it has gone away.
As I am only 43 years old, my doctor I might be able to take it for a few months then stop, but that didn't work, had to go back on it again.
Now I take it every other day, which is about 95% effective, but to me worth the trade off of not taking so much medication at my age."


"I have been on Copaxone for 5 months now after being diagnosed in June.  The injections are easy, but the site reactions are awful.  I get red, itchy and swollen at the site despite using heat, ice and the various adjustments of the needle depths as directed by the nurse.  I also had a really bad reaction that included chest pains and what seemed like muscle spasms coupled with electric shocks in my joints which lasted about 30 minutes.  I am going to continue for a few more months, but if there is no change, I'm going ask my neurologists about other options.  I'm glad to hear that it works for others. "


"I developed premenstrual dysphoric disorder after having my first child and it was unbearable. 2 weeks out of every month I would be terribly swollen and bloated, hungry, craving weird things, suffered from insomnia, had headaches and felt tired, and just really sick in general. I was also totally crazy and my moods would go up and down really dramatically. I just finished my first pack of YAZ and it has been AMAZING. Within the first month ALL of my symptoms have gone away and I feel great. I have even lost some weight. I had a slight headache and nausea the first 2 or 3 days I was on the pill but other than that nothing at all. I was afraid to take it because of all the negative reviews, but everyone is different. Worked great for me and has changed my life."


"Made me moody mid cycle and really pms-y the week before my period. I lost my period for a while there and they tried me on this birth control to help it start up again. I didn't gain weight until about 6 months of taking it, I started to baloon up from 117-132lbs. I'm not very tall so it was noticeable. It made it hard to lose weight. It's been a week since I've stopped the birth control and I already feel less hungry and less puffy. Losing the weight will be no problem now I feel.  This compared to others was much better, but not for me long term."


"think afrezza works great. only been on it two months.my cgm says average blood is at 130 .compared to 160.i would say it would be better if i timed it better.only knock would be overnight when you eat things that are fatty takes a lot longer to break down. have to take 2 doses overnight to lower it down .when I say lower its at 198 steady .havnt had a bg over 220 in 2 months"


"I've always had acne, ever since puberty started!! I broke out really badly at the start of this year probably because I went on a "TRY EVERYTHING" rampage and destroyed my own skin:( but yea it was one of the lowest points for me in terms of my self-esteem and confidence. I really hated looking at myself and I was so depressed. Anyway I was prescribed Differin by my dermatologist.  Alas, after many painful months of breaking out, my skin slowly but surely cleared up. I would say, the initial months were VERY TOUGH but don't give up! BE PATIENT and you will see your skin transform! Give if at least 3 months"


"I took this medication for an entire year and I noticed NO change whatsoever. I had given up then one year later I noticed 2 of the 4 nails that were infected had grown into healthy nails. Hopefully the other two get the hint."


"After having mild but persistent depression for 18 years it got much worse after having my first baby. I'd never took any depression medication, but my GP recommended to take Cipramil. It took around 4 - 6 weeks before I really felt the benefit of the medicine with mild side effects such as nausea, dizziness and not being able to concentrate. But now I've been taking it for 9 months and I'm so happy and coping with life much better, and most importantly having fun and enjoying my baby. I put on 5 kg since started to take Cipramil, but I think I eat more now that I can enjoy my food.I'm not sure another long term side effects, but I'm so thankful that I can feel joy in life again after being miserable for so long."


"I recently took this drug for 5 days and had complete relief from my irritable bowel syndrome. However, that said, the side effects were horrible. I was the "Poster child" for adverse reactions ...arrhythmia, constipation, hallucinations. My brain felt like it was in slow motion while, my body was moving at a rapid pace.
I saw my Doctor who explained to me that this each individual is different. I gave it a 5 because it did help my bowels feel fantastic."


"After college I was diagnosed with Grave's disease and they did the radioactive iodine treatment on me which completely killed my thyroid. I used to be super skinny and could eat all the time. Now I'm not one of those people who ever got big my max weight after treatment was 147lbs, which for 5"4 still wasn't "big". I however was spending 2 hours working out 5 days a week and basically living on protein shakes so I should have definitely been a lot thinner. Before the treatment I was 123lbs and to bloom up to 147lbs in a matter of 4 years. I was on Synthroid for 6 years and never felt normal. I tried Naturoid for 6 months still nothing. My new doctor put me on Armour and I couldn't be happier. I have my energy back and am down to 130lbs."


"Been on T for about 6 weeks.  No nausea, and about an 8 lb. weight loss.  Morning readings sometimes in the seventies.  I take 17 units of Levemir at bedtime, but  morning readings have never been as good until I started on Trulicity. It  replaced a daily shot of Victoza, max dose, for which I am grateful. I am awaiting my first A1c test results to see if I can finally go under 7.0 at last. . A couple of notes necessary here:  Not expecting drugs I take (including Januvia, Metformin Repaglinide plus the injectables) to produce miracles. Definitely have had a loss of appetite; but I have moderated what and how much I eat, mostly vegetarian dishes and very limited alcohol and meat. Plus been trying to walk 6000 steps/day. All working for me."


"This medication caused me severe, episodic dizziness."


"I'm not sure I can do this medication.  I feel dizzy and extremely of it. I'm on my 3 day, hoping the side effects go away. But my appetite is definitely curbed."


"I had Endoscopic Sinus Surgery last week and my Doctor prescribed this pain medication.  It has been absolutely effective with no side effects whatsoever.  It has given me energy and not made me sleepy. My surgeon also removed a bone from my sinus cavity that was pressing against a nerve.  So without this pain medicine I would have been in trouble.  A fantastic pain reliever."


"Am overweight with type 2 diabetes.  Saxenda got my numbers down great, but I am so sick I can't  take it anymore. Throwing up, diarrhea,  pain..it is awful. Lost 10 pounds in 3 weeks."


"Medication works great for nasal congestion. Now, trying to take off the lid is a different story, I almost returned it. After 3 mins a fellow coworker finally got the lid off. I understand child proofing but, this is ridiculous!!"


"I have been using the brand name and Watson for sever back pain. Recently, some of mine were substituted with Mylan! Huge mistake... HORRIBLE THE WORST! They are cheating people out of money for an ineffective product! My grade: -100"


"I'm almost on month 3 of this birth control and I've not had any problems with it. I haven't experienced any acne or weight gain. I'm just still trying to figure my periods. The first month it came the day I started my first sugar pill. This month I'm on my 2nd sugar pill and no sign of my period, however, Overall I have been very satisfied with this bc."


"Was put on 10mg Lexapro for general anxiety.  I was on it for 5 days and just had to stop. Horrible anxiety, feelings of depression I have never had before, absolutely no appetite, migraine, bad dreams, falling asleep at work while getting more than enough sleep at night, forgetful in my everyday tasks, overall hazy and strange feeling.  Will go back to Ativan and will never take an SSRI for my anxiety again-not worth it."


"I had the Implanon inserted in May 2008. I was prompted by my doctor to choose this method of birth control. After 6 months of constant bleeding I contacted my doctor to ask if it was normal. He said that it was normal to have abnormal bleeding and that it would slowly even off and then stop all together. I gave it few more months and when it didn't stop I contacted him again. I got it removed in May 2009. I had not stopped bleeding once, I gained 25 pounds, I had severe depression and severe acne. I am still having these issues 2 years later and I want people to know. My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for a year and a half. "


"I am 17 and have been taking this since 8th grade. I was diagnosed because I would get into trouble all the time and when I first started taking it, it was great. I stopped getting into trouble and so on. Now, 4 years later I feel it is completely different. Rapid heart rate, anger, don't care mood, dizziness, but it still makes me focused. I'm tying to get off it, but making slow progression because I'm really ADHD, my friends concur. The crash after taking it for so long feels like dementia. I only take it on weekdays and could relate to insomnia because I getless than 30 hours of sleep a week. "


"I'm not going to say this is a bad product because everyone is different. But I was on this for about 6 months. And the last couple months, I had noticed myself having horrible thoughts, and also helplessness. I would cry all the time and freak out over nothing. I was suffering severe depression. People all around me started noticing I was acting different.  My face also broke out and my sex drive was very minimal. I am an emotional person to start with. All around the pill did what it was supposed to, but it was just way to much estrogen for me. I am now on the Nuvaring and I love it."


"I have ADD, anxiety and depression. I began 100mg once a day for a week then went to 100mg twice a day. You have to give this medicine time to work. The first I was thinking of not taking it anymore because it made me feel so tired. But I'm so happy I stuck it out! My overall mood, attitude and outlook has improved tremendously. My mood and attention is consistent, unlike when I took Adderall and would experience crashes. This medication has made a world of difference. I'm less anxious and happier."


"I had anxiety and extremely debilitating depression. I started with 5 mg of Lexapro for 1.5 weeks and upped the dose to 10 for about three weeks. At first I didn't notice that much difference, even had the depression get worse for a few days after upping to 10 mg. THEN I started taking 15 mg and after 1 day I already felt so much better! And now, 2 weeks later I can say I almost feel like the old me!
I am tremendously grateful for this medicine."


"Haven't had a UTI in probably more than 10 years.  Have recently been diagnosed with 2 in the last 3 months.  Had Macrobid both times.  The first time I ended up with fever and chills, but thought I was unlucky and had picked up a virus.  Symptoms went away by the end of the treatment.  When UTI came back, I was given the same medication.  Within 12 hours of taking the first does, my fever and chills became so bad that I almost went to urgent care.  Advil reduced the fever temporarily, but I won't take it again."


"I have sacroilitis on my left side, there a bunch of stuff going on in my back that boils down to narrowing of my canal so there's contact at L5 and S1 nerve roots.  I'm 37 years old.  The pain started out of the blue upon waking one morning, mid-Nov '14.

I'm grateful for this medication because it makes life bearable.  I'm able to get in my car.  Before this med, I often times had to lift my leg in because it hurt so much.  I can grocery shop for 20-30 mins and not feel so bad making my husband do everything.  I can cook!

My only gripe is that it only seems to work for 5 days."


"I've been on Prozac for about 4-5 months. My doctor started me on the lowest dosage (10mg) and we had to increase it. Currently, I've been on 40mg/day for about 5 weeks or so. It seems to be helping me with my OCD somewhat. I've noticed that I haven't been quite as bad as I used to be, but I'm also seeing a counselor, which is helping as well. I've heard that for OCD, you may need to go as high as 60-80mg for people with OCD. We may change my dosage in the future."


"I first started taking 0.25 mg. It worked like a miracle pill. I was also having trouble sleeping. I tried everything antidepressant, Ambien, Lunesta, Restoril you name it I tried it . Now after 3 hrs on Xanax I use a 1 mg pill before bed and I sleep like a rock and very rarely do I have a attack during the next day. If I do I take 0.25 mg and in 15 min I'm fine. For me it took care of both sleeping and panic attacks!"


"I've been taking Topamax since  1/2015 for Migraines suggested from my Doctor. She said it was a little pricey. If you don't have insurance I would recommend websites where you print out coupons and take them to the pharmacy they saved me $188.00 for Topamax ! No kidding. Anyways. Topamax works good. I did loss 7 lbs my 1st week, I ended up losing a total of 20 lbs in 3 mos. been steady since. I'm still taking Topamax 6mos later. I'm looking into other options as  I can not take the Side effects, loss of hair, tingling of my Feet, hands, legs,, face, odd places on my body, mood swings, I'm very irritable, I don't recognize myself.  I need a change."


"Weight gain and depression has been horrible. I gave it 4 months but I'm stopping now. I just spent a weekend at the beach crying my eyes out over nothing. The worst side effects I've ever experienced."


"Suffered from memory loss/lapse and muscle aches/cramps in my legs.  Switched to Crestor and have had no side effects at all."


"Had kidneys stone. Took pain meds for it. Got super nauseous at night. Took zofran, and within 10 minutes I was not nauseated at all. Amazing medicine."


"Started on Feb 11/16 now at 3.0 max lost 12 lbs so far same thing never hungry but still have dry mouth. Still feel a little sick after shot but not too bad, heart burn can be bad at times but starting using a acid reducing product one pill works well maybe 12 hrs not so for tums or rolaids have to

take too many plus make me sick. Taking shot after breakfast good time for me my work plan pays 80% which is great I will continue till I lose 50 first time in my life I don't think about food so it's worth it... Stay positive everyone"


"Generally speaking, I don't like anti-depressants.  I've taken Zoloft, Paxil, Effexor (which was the horrible one for *me*), Lexapro, Prozac...seems like I'm forgetting one.  They've never made me feel "better" or "happy," just "numb" and "flat."
With Brintellix, I started off at 10mg for 6 weeks.  I go for my checkup tomorrow and will be increasing to 20mgs.  YES, I DID get nausea in the mornings for a couple of hours after I'd taken it.  Taking it with food helped.  That is a side effect that, for me anyway, went away within a couple of weeks.  I expect the same with increasing to 20mgs, but I think it's worth it in the long run.  I actually feel HAPPIER! More energetic, want to do things, etc.  Has been miracle so far for me."


"It's wonderful I love it I'm back from the dead"


"This medicine has not helped me much with pain relief at all."


"Never fell asleep. It was like taking an aspirin ."


"Having migraines since grade 7, I became desperate after trying almost everything else. My experience was as follows:
-insomnia (literally didn’t sleep for almost 40 hours after Day 1)
-eye pressure & leaking eyes
-tingling in arm, foot & nose
-restlessness
-urinating up to 60 times a day
-overheating/heat surges
-face & neck hives
-mechanically/cognitively not ok
In the end, I wound up in the emergency room and was told to get off of this medication immediately after only 3 days!!!  It's 3 days since my last dose and I am still not ok!  Very dangerous and not recommended at all!"


"My son has autism, ocd and adhd.  This medication has made a tremendous difference!  Before Daytrana, he was taking timed release Focalin xr capsules. We had to empty the capsules into a spoon for him to swallow with water because he cannot swallow pills.  We also tried the liquid compounded form.  Both forms were short acting because he couldn't swallow the capsule so he had to take it 3 times per day. Because he was not getting a steady, controlled dose, he was not as focused as he is now with the Daytrana. He also had sleep difficulty for two years while taking Focalin. Not any longer! He can focus, eat and sleep. He does have red skin underneath the patch which disappears after removal."


"I am 45 year old women  This is my second time using phentermine. I was on it last summer I had very bad dry mouth,  water did not do the trick  I had to use gum  also my doctor said lemon drops will help. It gave me lots of energy I started to work out anywhere from 2 to 3 times a day. My family was worried I will have a heart attack, so I did stop to one to two times a day, after the first two weeks the energy did cut down some.  If I had a cup of coffee with it I did get more energy but got the shakes,  so what I did was the pill working out one to two times a day and having toast in the morning and soup for dinner. I lost 23 pounds got off it for months. Gained ten pounds back, just started it up again. I don't understand, I felt very sick so bad that I had to go to the doctor he said he did not think it was that because I was on it before.  I waited weeks and now started it again, I feel sick but not as bad but I have bad headache. I went out and felt light headed and sick again. I did not even think I could drive. I had a feeling if I ate something it would help so we went out to eat and it did go away. My upper gum feels strange.  I don't know how to say it but it feels like pressure and my nose on one side feels strange. Told doctor, he said yes you can feel like that from this pill.  Well going to try it for a little while if it doesn't stop I will get off it, but if you have the same feeling your not going nuts, it can be from the pill."


"I had tested Hiv  almost three years ago, and been on Atripla for about two. This is miraculous and easy to take. One pill at bedtime, which all is needed to control the virus. My T cells counts went from 500 to 850 to 1000. My Viral Load went undetectable in weeks and I do not have bad experience or any issues with this medicine after two years. The first week on Atripla caused me some side effects like rashes that were controlled by Benadryl, vivid dreams, and upset stomach. But nothing serious. These symptoms disappeared in week or two and I feel healthy, strong, working out, bench pressing, taking classes, and life goes on. It is a lifesaver; without it, I would not be here sharing my experience."


"I suffered with OCD and anxiety since I was a teen but as I got older I started to develop fears that were never there before and panic attacks started to get more frequent.My doctor put me on paxil and within two months I feel great,the anxiety is under control and my OCD is gone with the fears it created.

My side affects are about a 10 lb weight gain and it takes me longer to reach a orgasm which I consider a good thing haha.

I would recommend this to anyone suffering from anxiety and OCD."


"Diclofenac takes the edge of my hip pain."


"I had unprotected sex two days before my period ended and he came in me. I still took the pill a day later out of precaution even though I was on my period. It is two days after I took the pill and there is so much pain I cannot express. I restarted my period completely even though I was off my period for only a day. I'm drained of energy and having severe cramps and muscle aches. I really hope this is a sign I am not pregnant."


"I took the strongest available dosage, so I felt the the effects right away. I only ever had one side effect, and that was insomnia. I would wake up every night at 2am and not sleep any longer. However this went away after 3-4 weeks. Cymbalta works well to eliminate depression, however you shouldn't drink while on it. The only other negative about this medicine is getting off it. Do not, under any circumstances stop taking it immediately. It swings you into an extreme depression. So if and when you stop, try cutting the pill in half for a while to lower the dosage and ease yourself off."


"It was not effective with the 500 will be trying the 1000 but gets to be costly."


"I have acne scars as well as hypo and hyper pigmentation. My skin was a mess. My dermatologist recommended tri luma after trying everything under the sun (from microdermabrasion, to chemical peels, I even tried laser treatments). The cream has worked wonders! It has been just three months and my skin looks great. Everything is fading. The cream, while expensive, lasts a long time. I bet I get 4 months out of my first tube. While I paid $127, that only averages out to about $30 a month. Not bad at all! The only downside to this cream is that you do have to be VERY careful around the corners of your mouth and open sores."


"Made me gain 140lbs over 6 years, no one told me about how steroids affect your sugar and insulin. I'm now diabetic. If you use this medicine I would strongly recommend talking to doctor about a carb free sugar free diet to avoid weight gain and diabetes. Did not help with pain at all. Helped me regain control of severe asthma for that I'm grateful."


"Had a severe bladder infection..passing blood clots in my urine, pain, bladder spasms and urinating every 5minutes. I am allergic to sulphur drugs, penicillin, cipro & levaquin, so macrobid is really my only alternative. This is the second time I have taken it, the first time I remember no real side effects, this time I have experienced severe headache after the first 3 pills, then that subsided. Now, on my 12th pill out of 14, I have mild nausea and dizziness and drowsiness...nothing unbearable and definitely better than the pain of the bladder infection. Hopefully, I won't get another bladder infection, but that's wishful thinking, but I won't hesitate to use macrobid again."


"Have been taking for over 1 week now  fibromyalgia pain, I am sleeping much better and my pain is 1/2 what it was. I was told to give it 2 weeks but  I felt better after one day of using it"


"62 year old male with overactive bladder symptoms for 15 years. Seems to be caused by nerve damage in lumbar vertebra. Was going to bathroom every twenty minutes. Taking Detrol LA for nine years allows me to extend that to, usually, three or four hours between bathroom visits. Down to  once at night, used to go several times at night. It does have side effects, like dry mouth, sluggish thinking, and a few others, but the trade-off would be to spend my life hovering around a bathroom."


"I gave birth 2 months ago and decided I wanted a birth control that lasted 3 -5 years so I wouldn't have a another child any time soon. I was so worried about the pain. But surprisingly I didn't feel a thing . The doctor told me it was easy on me because I just had my son . I haven't had any pain so fair just light bleeding."


"I am taking Celexa 20 mg for four months now, and my depression is better I am not crying every single moment I still have anxiety, but for depression works☺Also I am more sociable now it takes a few months though"


"This stuff works great! All the other over the counter does not work. No side affects for me, only relief. Thank god for hydromet!"


"This completely made every zit I had disappear..... BUT it makes me feel very sick. Depends on which outweighs the other but it did work for acne."


"Suffering through the side effects in the first week (headaches, nausea, dizziness) but have lost 4 pounds already.  Hoping the side effects will taper off as this medication definitely controls my hunger and cravings."


"I have taken Paxil for about 4 years.  It is a drug that I had to get used to for about 3 weeks each time the doctor increased the strength.  At first, I felt "groggy" and "spacey".  Over time, it helps sooooo much with anxiety, irritability, anger-intense reactions, organizing my mind and allowing me to RELAX.  I have, at times, missed a day's dose and YOU DON'T WANT TO DO THAT.  The following day, I was very anxious and irritable until taking it again.  I think it is a fantastic drug that has given me my life back.  I think my kids and my husband have benefitted from me being calmer, happier and able to "roll with life" better.  I take 40 mg. and it was initially prescribed by my gynocolgist for hormone based mood swings.  Love it.!"


"I am on Dexamphetamine got diagnosed with ADHD only at age 40. I self medicated with alcohol for 20 years and was on 5 moodstabilisers. I feel like a reborn person detoxed of alcohol and all meds replaced it all with Dexies and WOW I am alive!

It took me 4 months to get used to them. They are a real pain in the neck to take every 2 hours. In 1st 4 months it was hell, I became so incredibily depressed, wanted to jump off a bridge. Interval was too big. 4-5 hours.  I pushed it to 40 mg a day every 2 hours. He said You won't sleep if you take them after 5 pm. I sometimes take them at 9 pm and sleep at 11 pm. Sideffect: big ass headaches if I dare to forget my pill after 2 hours."


"I had only taken this a short time and my thumb muscles collapsed. I immediately quit, but I could not close my hand or make a fist.

I now have carpal tunnel and I am experiencing back muscle and nerve problems.

I think my heart muscle may have been affected. This is horrid. A case where the cure is worse than the disease!!!!!!"


"I had the Mirena inserted 6 months ago, and slowly but surely my mood and mental state have been deteriorating ever since. Where I would normally have PMS I now cry so much I can't go to work or even answer the phone. My mood crashes with the suddenness and intensity of having a bucket of ice water poured over my head. My sex drive is gone. And this for something the doctors keep saying doesn't influence your moods because the hormones are localised in the body!? And when I finally got hold of someone from Mirena themselves they just told me to go on anti-depressants. I can't wait to get it out of me tomorrow."


"I started taking this when I was 15 for irregular period & horrible cramps. I was on it for about a year & loved it but stopped taking it. I noticed over time (about a year & a half) that my periods had been getting worse and worse. I'm 18 now and decided to go back on it. I'm 3 months in, and it's working perfectly! However, the first month I had a lot of break through bleeding, and noticed I was more irritable. But I am fine now, and love this pill! Side note: be careful if you get sick and have to take antibiotics. I would recommend using back up birth control methods with the pill until you are done taking the antibiotics. Because the antibiotics reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Not many people know this."


"Started with a low dose at 10 mg to avoid drowsiness. This was the only option for me after fighting IBS for over 15 years. Works on your first day right away. The only side effect is a little blury vision. I take one dose right before dinner time. The pill regulates the bowel movements like clock work. This pill also helped me with my sleep issues."


"So far loving this. Stomach pain has almost disappeared, haven't had an attack in over a week. Down side is have to be near a bathroom about an hour after taking it but that is manageable. Hopefully it continues to work. Time will tell."


"Last night I took it for the first time.   For several years now I have had extreme difficulty going to sleep, staying asleep and sleeping for any length of time.   The drug worked amazingly.   I went to sleep within 30 minutes and slept for 6 straight hours.   Years have passed since I did that.  I awakened before alarm clock refreshed and no "hangover" effect from taking the drug."


"The first time I took Saphris this feeling of panic came over me and I had to call someone to talk me down. I took it for 2 months for the 1st month it was ok but into the 2nd month I had such extreme anxiety that I couldn't leave the house and had to take sick leave from my job for a month. It didn't work for me."


"This is poison and can cause long term muscular, joint and nerve damage and degeneration.  After one pill I felt leg pain and tightness that felt muscular in nature.  I talked to my doctor and she didn't associate it with cipro.  After another day of taking it, the pain began migrating, heading into my joints and moving all around my body.  I popped my shoulder and had excruciating pain taking my briefcase out of my car.  I read on line and found out about cipro toxicity.  I called my doctor and said I read about this and given my symptoms I thought I should stop it.  They agreed.  I have been off the pills for 5 days now and still have the roving pains.  Mostly in legs, shooting, burning, aching, tight alternating. Hands,shoulders,knees..."


"It made me constipated for 6 days!"


"Hi...Ive been on Paxil 11 years. Its the only thing that helped my depression and social anxiety disorder. The only side effect I have is weight gain. It will cause withdrawal if you stop taking it for a week which happened once when I didnt get my script refilled. But all in all its helped me greatly. I'd rather have weight gain than severe depression and anxiety and fear of crowds. I give it a 10 for my case."


"While, in the beginning, there were some intense side effects, within two months all side effects faded and now I only benefit from taking Invega. In the beginning, I experienced extreme lethargy, bloody nose, and a constant stuffy nose, I almost quit the pill, until, I found some reviews telling me to wait it out- and I'm glad I did. So, if you're experiencing some bad side effects you just need to tough it up and wait it out until the symptoms begin to fade- you will be glad that you did, I know that I am."


"I've been taking Apri for about two years now. It started off good with lighter periods and no more cramps. My acne went away as well. The past few months, however, my periods have been heavier than before I started the pill and I have severe mood swings that have affected my life drastically. Apri may be for some people, but it's not for me."


"This drug was the worst experience of my life watching my partner take it! He was prescribed it by his GP for cycling moods (later diagnosed with BPL and Rapid cycling Bi Polar). After a week he begun to run away from home, sat in the road in the rain,  ran away from work. (before he had held a job for 9 years despite awful mood swings). GP felt this was 'normal' and upped his dose. He then begun to plan his own suicide and was only stopped thanks to a security guard at the car park. He stopped caring about me or anyone else. He then two days later turned psychotic with a knife (we are taking about a gentle animal loving world peace advocate I might add). Stayed in a mental hospital to detox, now on quetrapine, much better. Awful drug!"


"I must have forgotten how horrible this stuff is. I bought the Complete therapy pack. Wich included the cream, anti itch wipes and anti each cream. I inserted the cream at about 10 at night before bed. I got up to urinate and 4 hours later my vagina feels like it's on fire. It looked like the cream was coming out. So I wiped it off with the anti itch wipe and applied the anti itch cream in hopes of getting relief. It only made things 10 times worse. I have been applying warm wash cloths and I am getting some relief but still have discomfort. Please do not purchase this product. I repeat do not purchase this unless you want to put your vagina through hell!!"


"Best medicine for kidney stones. I used to pass 2 a month and this was the only pain medicine that worked. Morphine to me was like taking aspirin. But this medication did the trick knocking the pain out by 80%."


"I kept going back to the doc and the always prescribe metro. It never worked! I never got any relief in the syprims,the discharge continued. I finally got check at a hospital and got prescribed this. The third day my symptoms were cleared. So happy w this medication."


"I tried this medicine twice in the past two weeks hoping to see if my experience was consistent. It was. About an hour or two after taking the medicine I had terrible cramping, stomach spams, and during the second time I felt nauseous with thick and stringy saliva. Not a fun experience. After 30 min of this I was able to return to sleep and woke up occasionally with bloating and cramping. After waking up this morning I had diarrhea (consistent with the first time) and occasional cramping that lessened the more I went to the toilet. This will be the last time I take these pills-- not worth the pain, as others have said!"


"At the age of 67 I developed allergic asthma after moving to SW Florida.  I've had chronic sinusitis for years but controlled it with O/C medications.  The multiple asthma attacks (with lack of breath) were daily. I had to use inhalers and a nebulizer.  After 2 years of trying different medications the Allergist said "we're going to try Xolair."  Used it for 6 months and no change.  Have now been changed to Nucala.  Too early to tell its effects.  An inhaler called QVAR seems to be keeping me in good health until the Nucala does its job."


"I didn't get heartburn all day but I did feel weak and light headed all morning."


"I took Flagyl several times before I had surgery to remove part of my colon.  It was quickly effective every time I took it.  I had no negative side effects. The worst was a bad taste in my mouth.  Would take again if needed."


"8 years on the medicine with minimal side effects and minimal good results. Pain in knees is general, no great sensations except during certain weather conditions."


"I've had the Implanon for 2 weeks now. Some bleeding some mood swings but not much different than before but no change in sex drive still the same may be a little higher than it was but the bleeding is getting in the way of sex. Other than than that I love it; no more condoms. Always hated condoms and now we found a better way to protect us. It's great and very effective. I LOVE IT."


""It is really effective. I had a lot of treatment for my acne but it never went. I was hopeless a then my doctor prescribed Duac to me I used and it really worked but when I stop using it my acne comes back.""


"I'm 38 and I've been on Pristiq for about 3 weeks now. The depression has lifted, but I still have anxiety. I take Norvasc for high blood pressure (my blood pressure has been controlled for years).  My blood pressure feels like it is getting higher as I am on this drug. I was having wine at night on this drug, but I am going to stop doing that and maybe it will lower my blood pressure. I really don't want to stop taking Pristiq. I've lost 5 pounds. I'm starting to worry about going to the Doctor all the time to "change my medicines".  I feel like I've tried so many.  I just want to feel NORMAL for a change.  "


"I've been taking Valium for two years now and really found it a lifesaver. I left my parents house and had to keep my old doctor (50 miles away) as I'm afraid if I join a new surgery they will want to pressurize me to come off my it, as I also receive 20 mg of temazepam to help sleep as well. I find most doctors very unwilling to prescribe benzo's."


"These make me feel bloated, hungry, and breasts are sore."


"I was prescribed 500 mg every 12 hours for ten days to fight a bacterial problem stemming from a stye on my eye.  The cephalexin is working after 2 days however it makes me itch; no hives just mild itching.  I make sure I take it with lots of water and I am eating yogurt to make sure I do not get a yeast infection.  If the itching worsens I will obtain a different antibiotic.  I am sure there is something else that won't make me itch.  I had some other antibiotic when I had a root canal that did not make me itch."


"I started taking Yaz because of my acne breakout and that's unusual because I'm already way past my teenage years. About a week after taking it, I've noticed that my breakouts has stopped. Though I still get 1 or 2 tiny reddish spots every week or so (Stress from being a Programmer), they heal after a day or two without applying any medication on it.

Before the pills, I always get nasty breakouts and even a single pimple takes weeks to heal because it's always recurring. Today, my skin is on it's way to clearing up and I don't retouch my makeup often anymore because the oiliness has been diminished. I've also noticed that my breasts got heavier and are bigger than usual. But that's fine with me for as long as the pills won't make me fat."