"I took lamed 24 fe and then got switched to this. it seems the same except I've had a few headaches but that could be due to being sick the past two weeks. I've gained a few pounds but that could be because I went from a 32C to now a 30DDD....my skin is about the same maybe a little less breakouts nothing bad at all"


"I went through a mountain of different blood pressure medications, until I tried Diovan. Most of the other medicines either didn't work or the side effects were severe. It may be expensive but it works. Recently my medicare provider wanted me to try Cozaar, because they don't cover Diovan(cost). I will stay with Diovan even if I have to pay for it myself."


"After being diagnosed with anxiety and depression Prozac is the first antidepressant I was prescribed. It took a while to kick in my body and then I had to even up the dose after a month or so. After faithfully taking it everyday I noticed I started to stutter a lot. I've never in my life had a speech problem. It got so bad that I had to stop taking it although it did make me feel better every day. Hoping to try something else!"


"I'm a 35 year old male with a BMI of 40, healthy blood pressure and no diabetes. Last year I was diagnosed with Binge Eating disorder. Cognitive therapy and DBT has been extremely helpful with my condition, but it's not 100%.  Contrave has provided that extra bit of a safety net that I need when I'm struggling.  It doesnt make me less hungry, but the Naltrexone blocks the positive feedback from my overeating,  stopping the cycle and helping to break my unhealthy associations with food.  I've never experienced nausea while on the full dosage.  The main drawback for me is that Contrave is expensive since my insurance does not cover it.  Considering asking my doctor if we can titrate me on a similar dose of generic Naltrexone and Bupropion."


"I have had my Mirena for almost 5 years now and I have enjoyed a significantly lighter flow, continued regularity with no exception.  It has changed my life!  Pre-Mirena would have me feeling nervous to go out in public during my cycle as at some times, my flow would be unmanageable.  I am now premenopausal and considering another one for the next five years"


"Do NOT get inside of anus!!! Icy burning for days!! =("


"Was prescribed Lupron after endo surgery since not all growths could be removed. I was very scared to be taking it after I read about it (I cried in doctor's office when getting the injection). But I ended up loving it. It stopped my periods and the pain, so my anemia was under control and I had so much energy! As for side effects, there was insomnia (but I was not tired from it, so it was OK) and hot flashes started after about two months - but that was nothing compared to the relief. I only got one 3-month shot, but the positive effects lasted for quite a bit. I hope to get another 3-6 months soon.

I know there are risks to this, and everyone reacts differently, so I could not advise anyone to take it or not, but for me it was wonderful."


"Alongside almost daily ultrasounds, it was the only medicine which allowed me a full term pregnancy. The same as Profasi or other HCG meds."


"Methadone helps with my chronic back pain, but if I don't take my dose I start to feel really, really bad."


"I was recently prescribed Bactrim DS for my chronic sinusitis  by my ENT. I informed her that I had been prescribed Bactrim in the past, although I did not inform her that it was lesser strength of the two  and after eight and a half days of taking two a day I finally had to stop due to the side effects that were occurring. I took the first dosage and felt fatigued and slightly itchy. I reminded myself tho that when I am overtired and restless that I tend to feel itchy so I took a shower and and slept for a while and I was fine. The following few days I had no problems besides light bloating and fatigue. I kept taking my medication as prescribed and after the fifth day I was having radiating pain around the left and right side of my sternum"


"Downside of this med is the first few days, it's tough getting in a regular sleeping sync, it can cause nausea without food or with too much water at one time, and you can't go off abruptly or start taking large doses right away because it can have side effects.

However, this medication leaves an unbelievable amount of satisfaction feeling after it takes effect.  It took effect on me instantly, but that's my body.  I take it midday or late morning after a good meal so it doesn't interrupt my sleep as much.  If you don't have slow release, splitting it up might be a good idea, with at least a few hours in between.  It prevents me from overeating, but it also prevents me from starving myself because if I don't eat enough I'll feel nauseated."


"I've been on Portia for a couple of months and it's the worse. I have terrible headaches , I'm always sleepy & lazy , always nauseous. It does help my period a lot though but it always makes me like I'm pregnant or something. I'm always hot at night as well."


"I got my first depo shot right after my last menstrual period like that day it was gone. Everything was fine but started bleeding again like the week after and it lasted for like two weeks then went away for a week I was happy for that week now I'm still bleeding lightly every day I can't wait for march that's when it should be out of my system I'm so tired of the unexpected bleeding can't even where a dress or feel sexy with my husband cuz it's always there annoyed I'm just getting on the pill"


"Since starting Contrave 6 months ago, I've lost 48 pounds. I had minor side effects when I started such as fatigue, constipation and irritability but once my body got used to the medicine, the side effects ceased."


"For me, Adderall is a dream and a nightmare all wrapped in one pill. When I wake up I need the adderall just to be productive in my day, it works like a charm and makes me more creative and motivated. But I find that I need more and more to keep going. Eventually when the day is over and its too late to take any more pills, I feel zoned out and unable to sleep. If adderral came with a powerful sleep medicine,  it would be a perfect drug. Although I don't like the anti-social aspect that comes with it. You get so concentrated that you become socially awkward and don't want to talk with anybody. Also when I drink on adderall I can become crazy aggressive at times. But other than that I love adderall, I've done some of my best work on it."


"Pramipexole has worked for my episodes of RLS, but it causes hallucinations that bother me far more than the RLS."


"I wanted to get on here to write my review, because these reviews are what helped me make the decision to go with Cialis. 28 years old with erectile dysfunction, and I must say ...Wow!. I love this medicine. I have tried Viagra. It works; however, it just didn't make me feel right. I got 20mg of Cialis, and split them in half. It works for 36 hours, easy. Expensive, but well worth it. It has given me my confidence back.

Everyone is different, but it is absolutely worth a try. I have more sex now than I have ever had. My wife certainly appreciates it.

Oh, and 3 pills cost me about $100 (split them in half and you have 6). The cost will vary with everyone, but that is a general ball park for me."


"I was on lutera but I changed doctors and he only had aubra so I started taking that and horrible I bleed non stop and it gave me horrible cramps. Anytime my Boyfriend and I had intercourse it caused me to bleed even more like I had my period again. Worst birth control ever didn't agree with me so I went back to my doctor and told him to give me a prescription for lutera and I just got my lutera and started taking it. Already I feel better"


"I was put on metronidazole 500 mg and Cipro 500 mg twice daily for diverticulitis. I noticed the pain eased up after 2 days. I'm on day 5 and I feel horrid. Diarrhea, headache, tired, dizzy, nauseous, foggy headed, anxiety, depression and body pain. I don't know if I can do this for 5 more days!"


"hi all readers
been on clonazepam low dose for 2 months , consultant upped med to 2mg at night to help with sleep  &restless syndrome  ,started to loose short term memory palpitations at night and falling out of bed for some reason.
have reduced med to 1.5 mg  but will take it 3 times a day  less peaks , seeing consultant sept 2016 and may ask for a change ,also taking Pregbalin   200 mg am & PM 1 year.  I
hope consultant can resolve Clonazipam as anxiety is reduced and do  not worry so much .

hope this helps , I think memory problems are common with clonazipam , not sure if this improves  over time or gets worse,"


"In a nutshell,  March 2017, I had a normal period; had intercourse with my husband around the end of March and took a Plan B the next morning. Within about 5 days I had another heavy period that lasted around 5 days. I figured this was due to the Plan B. A week later I took another Plan B around 10 hours after intercourse which caused me to have another 5 day long heavy period. This means in April I had what I thought was two heavy 5-6 day long periods. However, it is now the middle of May and I found out I am pregnant. According to my doctor I am around 7.5 weeks along which means I got pregnant during the first Plan B attempt. I don't understand how I had three full length heavy periods but I am still pregnant??"


"I was on 100mg of Trazodone for sleep and worked pretty good. But my depression got worse and I dreaded going back on the various anti-depressants I had tried and eventually discontinued due to side effects or things improving in my life. I'm now on 150 mg of Trazodone and it is clearly making a difference. It's not a magic wand to make everything better, but allows the "fog" of depression to lift a bit so you can see and feel more normal. Side effects less than other anti-depressants and helps me sleep. Yeah!"


"I have been taking Jolessa for a month and a half, and I have spotted the entire time. I would rather have my period once a month rather than dealing with light bleeding every day."


"I've had migraines since I was 9. My parents weren't big on doctors so I "bucked up" through the raging pain. I didn't know until my 20's that having headaches every day wasn't normal. When I got married and my husband found me curled in a ball of pain, he didn't take "I'm okay" for an answer and took me to his family GP. The first day I took Nortripylene my migraines vanished. I didn't even know life could be so pain free! It's been 8 years now and I'll happily take it forever to be free from the wracking pain. If I stop, they come back and remind me to get my refill. It has worked wonders for me."


"I have had the Mirena IUD in for 2 years now. I had it placed after my daughter was born. I like the idea of not having to remember to take a pill everyday, the process of having it inserted was a little painful but I think it wasn't as bad as some others experience because I had just had a baby 10 weeks prior. Since I have had the Mirena in I have not had a period sometimes I get some light spotting around the time I would normally have my period, the other side effects are what is killing me, I have had the worst acne ever since I got the Mirena, and I have never had acne in my life, it has not stopped for 2 years. Also my sex drive has hit rock bottom, I never have the urge to have sex, I am getting the Mirena out."


"I have had the Skyla IUD for 5 months. I have never given birth. I am really bad at remembering to take the pill and my husband and I are even worse with condoms. Do not drive yourself to get this IUD implanted unless you know how your body will react - I almost got in a car accident because I was doubled over in pain behind the wheel. Long story short, I bled for 4 straight months (very light, more like bloody discharge than actual period) and the cramping has been intermittent, but incapacitating (drop to the floor) when it hits. My advice: carry around Midol and a heating pad for the first few months because you don't know when it's going to strike. It's too much for me so I'm going to have it removed after my anniversary in a few months"


"Was given this drug for tennis elbow. Although it helped the pain in a small way. It didn't outweigh the hours of burning pain in my stomach, the copious amounts of gas I passed and sleep I lost because I couldn't lie down due to the heartburn it caused.  Turmeric works just as effectively with out these side effects."


"WORST PILL. Went on it for around 5 months and it made my life a living hell. Almost immediately, I experienced an annoying, impossible to get rid of weight gain. Went from a B cup to a D/DD cup, depending on the time of the month. I also experienced some serious bloating around my stomach and could not get rid of it. Around the same time, I also became incredibly moody. As the months went on, this only got worse. Along with my moodiness, I became anxious, depressed and found that my libido had disappeared completely. Ultimately, I felt as if I had become a different person completely and decided to toss my remaining packs. While my weight and mood went back to normal, my libido took forever to reappear and I still feel it's not the same."


"I am a 21 year old, no children. The insertion was mildly uncomfortable, but with labour breathing techniques, bearable. I had spotting for a week after the insertion. My period for the first year was very heavy, up to 15 days. Cramping was mild throughout. After one year my period has calmed down and is now back to the 7 days as before I had the IUD. No other side effects. I would definitely recommend the Paragard to anyone who wants hormonal free IUD. But be prepared for the heavy periods, as it takes time for the IUD to settle in your uterus. I was close to giving up but finally my period has returned to normal and boy am I happy."


"This medication is the best antidepressant I have taken and believe me I've tried them all! Works fast, in 5 days I felt normal. I had to go off it due to loss of medical benefits and I had no bad side effects. I started taking it again and felt normal again in 5 days. I've been on it now 3 yrs straight and it keeps working just as well as it did when I started."


"Could not concentrate or think on this medicine , I took it for a week and stopped.  Felt depressed and anxious on it"


"I only take this supplement intermittently, such as for times when I feel my energy level, immunity and/or hormonal states are not sufficient. It helps with my sporadic acne issue as well. I love it. I feel lifted from my fatigue slump and I am able to concentrate so much better."


"I have been on the Depo shot for 14 years, and it was a lifesaver for me. My doctor put me on it because I had PMS so bad, I could not live a normal life.  I have never had another period and no side effects.  I have not had a bone density test but would like to do so.  I just recently read that 2 years was all you should stay on it, I didn't know that before and was not told that by my doctor.  I think it's great."


"My 8 year old son has ADHD with an anxiety disorder.  We started on Ritalin IR when he was 7 and it was great at first but his body started metabolizing them quickly.  We increased the dose and then he just became more irritable.  We tried adderall next which was awful for him.  His doctor wanted to either try Concerta or daytrana.  I asked if we could try daytrana because I had read good reviews.  This is the absolute best med we have tried.  He has been on the lowest 10 mg patch for over a year.  We put him on a prescription called Vayarin over the summer which is a natural omega 3 phosphatidylserine supplement that fixed the anxiety.  He has no issues and is like the other kids now.  Thankful for both meds that helped him!"


"I have been on Bydureon since 11/12.  My A1c has gone from 9.5 to 6.0 and I am off of all insulin.  When I first started the med I was 5'2 and 187 pounds.  I am now just over 10 months later 138 lbs.  This has worked miracles for me as none of the oral medications helped me at all.  I have not had any side effects.  The shot is a bit painful but I've found if you let it warm up about 15 minutes it's a little easier. I do have hard knots at the injection site which last few weeks so I rotate where I give the injection. If you are just starting out on Bydureon and want to give up, try to hang on a little while longer.  It did not work for me right away and did take about 8-10 weeks before I started noticing the benefits."


"Had hep.C  for 35yrs. Started Zepatier/Ribavirin with viral load of 16,000,000.(16wks.) 3rd. wk.went down to <15 viral load. 7th. wk.,un-detectable. Feel much better, only annoying side effect is scalp lesions, face has red dryness, chin, a little scabby-dry it's a small thing though. Think its from ribavirin."


"It kicks in fast when you get that real bad feeling but I'm tired of taking pills everyday and it happenes everyday a few times a day, bad body aches breathing chest pains. I don't even worry about anything and boom it creeps up on me fast. "


"I have localized scleroderma -Morphea. I have patches all over my back, very painful swollen, itchy, looks red-purplelish, cant stand anything touching my skin. My doctor prescribed clobetasol 2x day. He said that the patches in my back were so swollen that I would not notice any changes for at least a month. Well I've only used Clobetasol for 2 weeks and I can see a big diference, my skin doesn't hurt, itch, its not swollen, it does not look irritated, it even looks healthy!"


"A friend of mine mentioned that this product will cost dependency. Even with that in mind my symptoms still led me to purchase it nonetheless. The good news is I'm not addicted to it nor dependent upon it, because I can't open it. This is the first and last time I will buy this product, whether they change the cap mechanism or not."


"I have been taking this drug for about 5 or 6 years now and it has changed my life.  I was showing all the classic signs of bipolar disorder and after starting this in less than a day I was a changed person. My wife says it saved our marrige.  I'm on 4 mg now and if I miss a dose my wife can tell right away.  "


"Ortho Cyclen made me so depressed I wanted to end it.  I started it when I was young, and it was my first pill.  Nobody told me how extreme the side effects can be, and I was on it for years, just thinking I was a horribly depressed person and that life wasn't worth living.  If I wasn't so close with my family I really think I would have put an end to myself.  Turns out they gave me the wrong prescription and had originally intended to give me Tri-Cyclen.  When they switched me over (after YEARS) the depression lifted.  I don't know how much it prevented pregnancy (I would imagine well) because it turns out I'm sterile anyway.  *sigh*  But it ruined my quality of life so badly I wish I could do it all over again. They don't warn us enough."


"Have been on this medication for about a month 200 mg 3x/day and have felt no effect at all positive or negative.  I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and this was supposed to help with mania, but I wonder if I have adhd instead and am being treated for the wrong thing."


"I've only been on Contrave for five days. So far I've been very tired but when I sleep, it's a great sleep and I don't wake up groggy. My doctor weighed me in at 216lbs but I had on a hoodie, boots, and I was on my period. I always go up in weight on my period. So I stopped my period two days after starting contrave and this morning I weighed in at 207lbs. Before my period I had been at 213. So no matter how you look at it, weight has come off. I will update as I go. I gave 9 stars because it has made me drowsy so far, and I haven't noticed any change in my eating habits. I'm a sugar junkie and that hasn't changed, but I sincerely hope that it does."


"I started taking Zepatier 2 weeks ago. The first 2 weeks no problem. Then one night I became very sick and was vomiting everywhere and had continuous diarrhea. I found it very strange for the side affects to all of a sudden do this. Since this I have come off the treatment. I would also like to point out that I was also coming off GHB and Meth at the same time. Now that I'm clean I was never a heavy user just recreational I'm going to try it again as I'm sure it had something to do with my withdrawal process from GHB"


"I went through a mountain of different blood pressure medications, until I tried Diovan. Most of the other medicines either didn't work or the side effects were severe. It may be expensive but it works. Recently my medicare provider wanted me to try Cozaar, because they don't cover Diovan(cost). I will stay with Diovan even if I have to pay for it myself."


"I was suffering from generalized anxiety disorder with some panic.  It was a miserable situation and although I gutted it out for many years, I finally decided to try meds.  My doctor prescribed Prozac, 10 mg initially.  I'm not going to lie, those first couple of weeks were rough.  It actually made me MORE anxious and pretty jittery. Sleep was not restful. But then just about the time I was going to give up (2-3 weeks into it) and try something else, I started feeling better.  Eventually, I felt a LOT better.  I now take 20 mg/daily and I feel like I got my life back.  I don't think I realized how small my life had become until the anxiety abated.  For someone who can gut out the initial few weeks, it is so worth it."


"I have severe and chronic insomnia that has caused me little (if any) sleep per night, leading to confusion and irritability in the morning, leading to delirium, if prolonged exposure to sleep deprivation was to happen to me. My doctor first prescribed me Seroquel (quetiapine) for my insomnia, which worked a little bit TOO well, as it was too heavily sedating, and left me with too many "morning-after" effects. At my doctor's reluctance (due to substance abuse history in not me, but my family) I was given a prescription to a starting dose of 1 mg a night of Klonopin. This was amazing. As opposed to being forced to sleep by Seroquel, Klonopin lulled me to sleep. It's a wonderful medicine."


"Started this pill weighing a shocking 300lbs.. Day 11 on phentermine 37.5.. so far lost 10lbs currently weighing 290lbs with no excerise, only a very controlled and strict diet... the first 3 days were horrible side effects wise.. I was drinking 12-16 bottles of water 16oz... My  appetite has changed dramatically... just thinking about all the junk food I put in my body for so many years makes me wanna throw up.. AVIOD DRINKING COFFEE I had about 4 coffees on my 4th day and I felt like death was calling my name.. I couldn't breath and my heart felt like it's about to pop out of my chest.. Also I can't sleep normal hours anymore it's 3-5 hours daily.. Otherwise it's an amazing life changing magic pill.."


"Caused quite severe gastro intestinal issues for me"


"Had been drinking in excess of of 15-20 cans of beer a day, for as long as can remember, no appetite, losing weight and throwing up every morning. Went through DT's last year - horrendous - sweats, shakes, hallucinations, had Librium, but too little too late and fell off the wagon very quickly. Finally had enough and went to see my doctor with the support of my wife, have been on a reducing dose of Libruim for a week now and never felt better, eating well, sleeping well, not throwing up every day and feeling more positive than I have for a long time. Drinking flavoured water and feeling good, I am going to concentrate on getting fit. Thanks to family, friends and GP for help and support."


"My poor little private area is on fire!! I'm pregnant and have a YI and took the first dose of Monistat 7 tonight. Not sure I can stand the extreme itching and burning for six more days. Hope it gets better and my lady garden stops being a desert fire (oh my!)"


"It works fine and produced results in about 5 hrs when I had hemorrhoid related constipation with no bowel motion for a week."


"I used nuvaring for about 6 years.  It is very easy to use,  it sits on your cervix just like a tampon. You can't feel it when it's in there if you have placed it correctly. Very easy to put in place and remove.

It helped a lot with my periods. I am extremely irregular and have awful cramps but the nuvaring helped regulate my periods and helped greatly with cramping.

My husband was able to feel it when we had sex but it didn't really bother him most of the time.  There was one or two occasions where it ended up rubbing a painful raw spot on him through.

I never experienced weight gain or a change in my sex drive.

However I suffer from migraines and this made them much worse and more frequent. Would recommend for anyone without migraines"


"I took this to help with period cramps and it did not help. It also made me extremely moody. "


"Advair is the only thing that has gotten my asthma under control. It gave me awful muscle cramps, but my nurse practitioner. let me try a muscle relaxant for that (I take a small dose of Tizanidine) and it works wonderfully. "


"January 2015 I was on Remeron 15mg by April 2015 I was at 45mg Remeron.  I felt normal and happy but I gained 26lbs.  Sept 2015 I was switched to Effexor 150mg  because of issues caused by the weight. By October I was on 300mg Effexor.  Today is day two of 150mg Wellbutrin.  I am suffering headaches from going from Effexor to Wellbutrin.  Tomorrow I increase to 300mg Wellbutrin. I can say that day two on Wellbutrin and I am not feeling as numb (unemotional) as I was two days ago. That's a positive.  This is definitely a rollercoaster ride in trying to find the right meds to help with my major depressive disorder, anxiety/panic attacks and insomnia.  My only regret is that I didn't get help sooner.  Instead I suffered alone for years."


"I'm 18 years old, and I had never had a yeast infection in my life until recently. I was experiencing itching first and the burning, and it hurt terribly to walk. My mom told me to get monistat 7 & immediately after the first does, there was an increase in burning and itching, but I applied aloe Vera around the outside of my vagina (vulva) and took ibuprofen for relief. After 3 days of taking monistat, my infection had cleared up completely. I haven't fulfilled the full 7 days, but I'm very happy w/ Monistat."


"Ive Been on this birth control since April 15th , I love about 10 pounds in the first couple months. So far it's been working great. Getting it put in did reality my pain tolorence is pretty good, I have a small scar not very noticeable. I have had unprotected sex since then and I'm starting to get worried... I sleep all the time I eat so much I have brown discharge and I may just be over thinking but I don't know. I'm only 15 so improbably just being paranoid. But other than that it has worked for me I see that i.e. Been breaking out on my face a lot more. Not to bad I plan to keep using This implant."


"This birth control has been for the most part great for me, its the first one I tried. The only downside is super low libido but that's about it, no other side effects for me."


"I don't mind it but I have noticed that sometimes my periods start the first day of the inactive pill, and sometimes they start a few days into the inactive pills."


"Had a bad case of pneumonia could barely breath and took levofloxacin now on the 2nd day I'm almost good as new! Lack of sleep and  apetite is an issue but I was having problem with sleep and eating with not being able to breath anyway so overall extremely effective. I would recommend this med."


"I'm 19 and I've been on Aviane for 8 days now. I switched from Diane 35. I never experienced side effects while on my old pill, but I had to change pills because the other one has more estrogen and is also for acne, which I don't have much of anymore. Since being on Aviane, I've been having cramps very often. I've been feeling nauseous and yesterday I vomited. I also felt very tired for a few days, even though I had slept over 10 hours the previous nights. On the plus side, it hasn't affected my skin and my sex drive is normal. I'll see how I feel by the end of the month."


"Usually helps get a sound sleep."


"I have been taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for some time now and the only problem I had is during the first month of using this pill, I had "spotting". It was annoying but went away after the first month. The length of my period remained the same but I no longer have severe cramps like I did before taking Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo. I recommend this birth control pill to all my friends and family and they too are satisfied."


"I have a 22 yo Aspergar syndrome son who has been taking Vyvanse for about 6 months now, and it has been wonderful.  He is able to focus much more easier.

I also have an 18 yo daughter without Asperger Syndrome that takes it for A.D.D.  She tells me she noticed the difference in her ability to focus in about 3 doses.  She is starting her second year of Fashion School and she is maintaining a B  average for all 5 of her classes.

Wonderful medication without any harmful side effects.  Wish we had it sooner."


"I started taking Guanfacine 9 days ago for ADHD and felt a remarkable improvement the third day, but afterwards I began feeling more confused with thoughts of death.
My age is 61 and I have dealt with ADHD my entire life."


"Been on this for 4 months now and it has brought relief that I hadn't had in yrs. I have too many issues to name. My dose was upped this month to 7.5. I found that after abt 5 days the patch is wearing off. Last month the dr changed the rx to every 5 days instead of 7 but this presented a bit of a problem w/ins filling it. Since there's only 4 in a box I had to go back on day 20 to fill again (w/additional copy). Still, every 5 days was better but I did still have breakthrough pain. The prob for me was that the dr changed me from 4x a day tramadol to 3x a day so I still had issues This is my 2nd week on higher dose and back to 4x day tram. The patch is good but I have rash/itch at app site and contstipation that I didn't have w/Norco."


"I got Nexplanon on 6-10-13. And I also play sports(softball) involving movement with your arms. The insertion did not hurt whatsoever besides the numbing shot. (AND I HATE NEEDLES!!) if you look at the tool to insert the Nexplanon you will get freaked out. Don't look. I have bad bruising on my arm where it was inserted, and due to me playing sports, it hurts to move in certain directions. Since I've only had it for a week, the bruising and pain should start to fade away soon. But hey! I rather have pain than be pregnant."


"I've been taking Lexapro for 2 months now for depression and panic attacks, which seem to come from nowhere (and I've never truly understood how scary a panic attack could be until that moment). It has helped me tremendously! Suddenly this last week the side effects which had seemed to taper, have returned. I have the addition of a headache (which I did not have in the beginning) and irritability. I'm also noticeably more tired than I was before. I am now taking the Lexapro in the evening instead of in the morning to help with sleep - but am curious if it is normal to have the side effects go in waves? It seemed as if they were mostly gone except for the lethargy, now they are increasing."


"Nexplanon is supposed to be a 3 year birth control, to where you have no period for 3 years. I HAVE BLED for the ENTIRE 3 years. I don't mean regular periods, I mean continuous bleeding for 3 years solid. I went to the doctor about my bleeding. They prescribed me oral birth control to regulate the excessive bleeding caused by my birth control implant. I got the implant on Medicaid at the end of my pregnancy, Medicaid DOES NOT cover the removal. The only plus side is that I never got pregnant."


"Was diagnosed with ADHD around 12. Didn't take any medicines regularly for years (risks, cost) but tried many. Got through undergrad without medicines but with lots of counseling/accoms, hit grad school and knew I needed more help. Began Adderall XR   regular in '03 at 25. Dose upped from 10-25mg over time. Yes, fixes concentration problems, makes you feel functional, driven, capable, great...but see more side effects like (super high blood pressure, low libido, binge eating when off medicines, moody/short temper). Worried about long term impacts on health - not being able to quit, sex life and inability to take it while pregnant/nursing.  Would love to hear from long time users in their 30s. Glad it helps so many people as much as it does. Life changer."


"I am a huge fan of the Nexplanon (formerly Implanon) and am currently on my 3rd rod. If you have heavy painful periods like I do and cannot take a pill every day for whatever reason, this is the best birth control out there. Trust me, I've tried almost all of them. The trick, I think, is getting it switched out before the 3 year deadline. Once you get to 2.5 years or so, your hormone levels get funky and you'll start having periods again. In the course of the last 7-8 years, none of my gynecologists have had any issues with switching it out early. There's no extra cost and it just makes sense. Plus, most of the "oops, I'm preggers" stories out there regarding the Nexplanon got pregnant that last year. So, it's also better safe than sorry!"


"I have had Acne from 13 yrs old on and was on Accutane for most all of high school. I have tried everything - all cleansers, peels, topicals and nothing worked. Proactive seemed to moderately work (but dried my skin out and bleached every towel & pillow case in sight). I'm now 36 and in March 2012 I was totally fed up with my constant struggle with adult acne so I went to a dermatologist in San Francisco. She put me on Doryx, Epiduo & CereVe hydrating (non-foaming) cleanser- Hallelujah! It took ~2 months & my face was breakout free. I haven't had a zit since). It works- call your dermatologist as soon as possible. P.S I'm also on Ocella birth control (which is key to regulating hormone levels)."


"Nearing my 3 year mark .  And I can NOT wait to have this thing taken out. The insertion process wasn't bad at all, the bruise was pretty nasty but that's it. Since getting the birth control implant I've gained about 20 pounds, I have crazy cravings, and the mood swings are the absolute WORST. My periods are irregular I get a period every 2-3 months and it's always on the regular to lighter side but it always lasts 7 days or more like a constant spotting almost. The only thing that's good about this birth control and it's the main reason I've kept it is because it's effective."


"I'm very confused about my experience on Yaz.  Had no initial breakout and my skin was improving up until about a month and half ago. There were minor breakouts every now and then though. Yet lately (after 7 and half months) my skin has been breaking out constantly. Big pimples mostly along my chin and jawline but few on my lip and cheeks too. I'm going to see my GP as soon as possible to see whether this is just a random flare up or whether Yaz is just not for me. I suppose it works differently for everyone."


"I had been on the pill for 7 years and had a good experience with them, but every time I'd forget to take a pill,  I'd bleed.  My husband and I decided to wait on kids so I got the Implanon inserted. I love the convenience of not having to worry about taking a pill or having to worry about being pregnant if i forget the pill. The only major downfall is the lack of sex drive. I've been on the Implanon for almost 2 months and it's affecting my sex life. My husband and I went from doing it 3 times a week to 1. I'm seriously considering taking it out early."


"I have had Parkinson's for 10 years. Six months ago, I was prescribed Seroquel 1/2 25mg at bedtime to "clean up my sleep -anxiety". Works fine except I began wetting the bed after being asleep for 5 - 6 hours. The Seroquel makes me feel better but I have to solve the bed wetting problem."


"I requested this medicine from my doctor after having a tumor in my knee for 4 years, restricting my mobility and causing me to gain a ton of weight. I started on 9/2 and took my 30 day supply. I stopped for about 2 weeks after my supply ran out so that I could use the restroom properly (without constipation). Went to the the doctor last week on 10/21, I'm down 15 pounds already! Got another script, ready to keep this journey going!"


"My son has taken this before and it worked fine.  My 17 month old daughter was just prescribed this after amoxicillin didn't take care of her ear infection.  After 4 days, her gums swelled up really bad, became bright red and then started bleeding on the 5 day. She also developed diarrhea.  I immediately took her back and they put her on Zithromax.  I think we are finally on something that will work for her.  My son can take this medication, but my daughter can't."


"I was given this pill for pain relief. It only worked for 3 nights, becuz I would fall asleep as soon as I went to bed. The fourth night the pain in my jaw and ear were back.

I have a dry mouth constantly and am drowsy. I had a back tooth filled, becuz I had a cavity. It hurt last night a little  but my jaw and ear was worse. I told dentist to pull it, but he thought he could save it and just fill it. Wrong. Now I have to call him back and get off this pill. I am sure it is my tooth."


"Hep c from blood transfusion at 1yo.  Lived 41 years with the virus with no symptoms whatsoever and virtually no liver fibrosis.  So avoided any treatments (due to side effects) till Harvoni came along - decided to go for it. Was a bit anxious at first , but now in week 7 and absolutely No side effects at all.  I Go to gym as normal etc etc. 1 month viral load test showed undetectable load. It's truly a miracle drug if the virus remains undetected forever.  Feeling optimistic about the future!"


"I'm in my mid 20's and bipolar. I was put on this to treat ADHD since I've always struggled in school and I'm completely unorganized. The first day I took it, it put me to sleep. After a few days of sleeping a lot I could focus! The only bad thing was when I worked out I would get funny vision, like I was going to pass out. Which doesn't help since I'm a fitness professional. I think the lower dosage worked better, once I went up to 60  I couldn't focus, slept all the time, felt depressed, and the vision got worse. I gave this medicine 8 weeks just to see if the side effects would dissipate and sadly it didn't. I did lose a few pounds, but nothing drastic (a loss of 3lbs.. I'm female 5"3 and 105)."


"I'm 38 and have acne since 13. I have tried everything and finally a few years ago, just decided to live with it. I had a spot on my forehead that never seems to clear up, so the dermatologist put me on this and my acne has cleared up, similar to the results I had years ago from being on birth control pills. Although my acne is cleared up, the spot I was concerned about hasn't changed, and next dermatologist appointment I'll have to have it biopsied. The only side effect is that I have more hair loss than what I consider normal in a day. My Dermatologist had a $25 coupon for the prescription. Otherwise even with insurance it is very expensive. "


"I have been taking Soma for 14 years and Dr's have tried giving me other muscle relaxants that do not work. When I first started taking them I felt relief very fast. My script is for 4 a day. I usually take 2 at bedtime and they give me the rest I need. They are great for leg cramps and any other muscle problems you may have. They have never made me feel weird or out of it. They don't make me feel drowsy the next day. If I am having a really bad day I will take one mid morning and then in the late afternoon. These work the best and I am not addicted to them."


"18 years old. 4th month. Some symptoms: sickness (worse right after taking the pill and more around 1-4am), migraines, bad cramps (on and off period), nausea (I still haven't vomited but there are times where I think it'll be more satisfying then feeling like it), my stomach sticks out like a balloon, I've been pretty emotional (I get really sad and have no idea why), I fainted twice and get dizzy often, my body feels weak and I bruise easily, both knees cramp up, but my period is regular and light and my acne has went down.. also I'm not pregnant so that's good too."


"I have had bad headaches for years, and I have taken Maxalt for many years to alleviate.  My headaches became worse and daily.  I was taking the Maxalt quite often (breaking the pills in half).  I read about the overuse rebound headaches and went back to Dr.  When I told him that the Maxalt worked well and very quickly for me, he looked at me and said "you are having vascular headaches".  He prescribed the Propranolol and my life changed in about a week.  I can actually say, I no longer even know how often I have a headache, it is hardly ever now.  I just regret that he did not put me on this 20 years ago.  He said his mother used it, so apparently it has been around for quite awhile."


"Had Liletta IUD placed in January 2016 after a miscarriage. It was put in right after having my DNC which was preformed under general anesthesia so I had no pain at insertion. Fast forward to March and I had 6 different infections due to the IUD. I am a very healthy and active individual so this was beyond horrible due to the pain.   I underwent 8 rounds of antibiotics and 2 rocephin shots before they all cleared up. I have kept a constant UTI since it was placed, I had never had a UTI in my life before it was placed. I have begged my Dr to take it out since March and finally have an appt to remove it in a few weeks. This has been a very horrible experience for me and my husband. I would not recommend it to anyone."


"EXTREME fatigue and weight gain, loss of period, sore breasts, nasuea.  I started taking pill and couldn't get enough sleep after 8- 10 hours of sleep I would need a morning nap for after dropping children at school - sometimes for 2 hours.  Legs felt heavy.  Gave it a try for 2.5 months and couldn't stand it any longer.  I've been off the pil for a week and feel completely normal again- thank goodness. I had an minena IUD with hormones  for 5 years and believe that was giving me fatigue as well as it was slightly infected-  but at that stage I had a series of life challenges that could have accounted fatigue too.  It seems additional hormones do no suit me. Previous Oral birth control gave me severe depression.  Still searching."


"I've been on Accutane for almost 4 months now. My skin is getting better everyday and I'm really happy with the physical results. However, Accutane began to give me depression during the first week and it has stuck with me since. Although the side effect has not gotten worse (and won't, I've asked my dermatologist). It's definitely not good and I've read that it won't go away until a few months after I have finished my course. NOTE: I had already suffered depression before beginning the course & it is hereditary in my family."


"Don't try it, withdrawal is horrible. 5 days, no relief."


"I have been asthmatic for years, I was using my other inhaler up to 6 times a day, and then my doctor suggested Symbicort and it has been like a miracle. The first time I used it and ever since its just worked great, no more asthma at all. Amazing..anyway I have had no side effects so far...and I pray I don't so I can get back to exercising, I had to stop before, I would have an asthma attack every time. So no we will see if I can climb that hill."


"I had been using Gildess for a year when the pharmacy gave me Blisovi as a replacement without any explanation. I only had a spotty period for the first month. The 2nd week of the 2nd month I quickly started to retain water like I had never done before in my life! I gained 15 pounds in a week. Breast tenderness, swollen fingers and toes, with limited urination. I work out 6 days a week and I could not work up a sweat even after 1 hour of cardio. My body was definitely in water retention mode. I called my doctor who had not heard about the Gildess recall. I am grateful for finding this website and all of your posts here so that I didn't feel like I was going crazy! Can we contact the Pharma. Co?"


"For 5 years I have been telling my doctor that something was wrong... her suggestion was to exercise more... but when a person always feels achey, tired, depressed, and all around lifeless, it is hard to motivate yourself to exercise MORE! My thyroid tests never came back at a level she felt was too abnormal. FINALLY, in the last 2 months I have been so sick and it takes her that long to check my thyroid and guess what, WAY underactive. I have been on this medication for 3 days and last night for the first time in over 2 months I slept for 7.5 hours! (average was 3.5 hrs a night) and I feel AMAZING! I feel so energized and ready to conquer the world! No side effects thus far, but it has only been 3 days and I understand that can change."


"I take this when my insomnia gets very bad, because it helps me not wake up every few hours. However, I've found that it makes my fibromyalgia pain much worse the next morning, so I only use it as a last resort."


"I am only 39 years old, and having to go constantly after drinking water or pepsi.  I feel like I can't go shopping or anywhere without having to worry about it.  I tried 5 different pills and this was by far the best. The only side effect I have is a dry mouth, but it's not that bad.  It comes and goes, and it's not so bothersome.  This is the one I'm on now, and will stay on.  The one thing I don't like, is that you have to take it one hour before breakfast.  Sometimes it's hard for me to wait that long before I can eat - especially if I forget to take my pill, then have to wait even longer to eat."


"I have been on Natazia for 5 years.
It is wonderful! No side effects, no hormones out of wack, light periods 2-3 days.

The only birth control I will ever be on.
"


"I ended up in the ER with diverticulitis and was given Cipro and Flagyl. Yes the taste is bitter and things don't taste so good. However, despite the taste, I have gotten significantly better with the two medicines and that is the main thing for me. As with any medicines some of us will experience different side effects if any, but if this is one of them, this is very minor. I did not experience the nausea or a lot of other ones I read about with these medicines."


"I liked this medication at first, lost about ten pounds, no appetite, very calm, anxiety and snappiness gone! But the bad side effects which ultimately made me get off this medicine were tranced feelings, like in a coma, felt beige, people asked why I was so melancholy, no sex drive and sleepiness."


"I am on day 2 of 20 mg escitalopram and this is my first time taking any kind of SSRI. The first day I got really sleepy and felt kind of numb. Also extremely nauseous and a little loss of appetite. Today(day 2) I didn't get sleepy right away after taking the pill and I am not as nauseous. Oh I have been yawning a lot. I have Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Social Anxiety. Overall it isn't bad so far."


"I hear a lot about buying viagra and other medications outside the United States and I can only tell from personal experience that it all works well. I get the pills for my dude from outside United states for quite some time now and do not encounter any problems.
It's just big pharma don't want you to buy at their source countries. YES - big pharma is producing in India and other third world countries, brings it to the US and all in a sudden it is so valuable and of high quality. Think again."


"I finished an antibiotic and normally will get a yeast infection. I used Monistat 3 for the yeast infection last night. Within 5 to 10 minutes I was burning like I was on fire. I was up all night with no relief. By morning it finally stopped burning and felt some better. I made the mistake of using the Monistat 3 again tonight night thinking that I was better. The same thing happened again and I find myself again in excruciating burning. I got in the bathtub and was able to finally get some slight relief. I also took some children's Benadryl and hope it will help. I am till in pain as I write this review and hopefully it will stop burning soon. I will never ever use this product again!"


"I went on Reclipsen due to severe cramping and heavy bleeding during my periods. It solved that problem, but I had NO libido whatsoever and I was very emotionless. I also gained 10 pounds in the 5 months I was on it and I work out regularly and eat healthy."


"I had the nexaplanon inserted two days after I had my baby. I had him in March of this year 2015 it is now August 2015 I bleed for 8 weeks then it stopped. I now have a period every other month which only last about 3 or 4 days. I am a women who has large breasts and I have lost a tremendous amount of weight and my bra size has shrunk!!!  Side effect is that sometimes I get very tired. This birth control is the best  one that I've been on yet.  I tried pills it took my hair out, I've tried the shot and I  gained 25 pounds.  This is the one for me - so I will be getting it again"


"Topamax is by far the best migraine preventative I have ever tried. I take 100mg at night and have even been on 200mg - 1 100mg in the AM and 1 100mg in the PM. My neurologist and I discussed Topamax and figured it was worth a shot since my chronic, daily migraines were uncontrollable and I was getting Imitrex injections almost every week and could no longer take Toradol. Unlike other people, I have very few side effects. I weaned off Topamax once to try Gabapentin but it by itself wasn't enough and my migraines returned full force. Very few side effects: trouble finding words, thirst, and weight lose (not that I mind). Topamax is a wonderful drug and a LIFESAVER. It and my Gabapentin together is my divine combo!"


"I had a severely bad experience with BHP for 6 months , tried all kind of medications recommended by the doctors , Urinating was a painful experience and even had blood drops because I was severely straining myself to urinate . After  reading the reviews of others I tried Cialis 5 mg daily and within 4 days there was ease in my symptoms and was able to urinate easily and relief from pain . Even the night time frequency of urinating stopped and was able to sleep better the whole night . This Cialis is a God sent solution . Excellent results ."


"It works great for my arthritis. I can be mobile enough to even go to work."


"So I woke up coughing really bad lastnight and I had some mucinex dm night time. I took that to help me loosen up whatever was in my system. About 5-10 mind later I had this terrible terrible urge to throw up. This stuff does not settle in my stomach at all. This is the 3rd time I've tried it within a 2 month span. Everytime I feel worse. I'm just going to get rid of it. Not for everyone..."


"I started taking this birth control around 6 months ago and I had once a period twice in a month and after that I haven't had a period. I went to the doctor and he did a pregnancy test and it came back negative. I don't have a problem with not having my period but I mean you always get that scary feeling when you don't get your period. I do get migraines but that have been getting better and I personaltly lost weight. Other than that I'm ok with this pill"


"I've successfully taken Lexapro, also Effexor, and Wellbutrin w/each (did not gain weight on either of these) for last 15 years. Tried Cymbalta--did not help depression & gave me nightmares. Now on day 7 of taking Viibryd. First 4-5 days had nausea & constant mild headache. Did have a few instances while driving of "when did I switch to this lane?" Last night had first strange, vivid dream. Yesterday felt a little bloated, but things going ok so far. I know all antidepressants have an adjustment period w/side effects. It's interesting to see how same drug effects people so differently. Not sure if depression is getting better, but wouldn't know yet b/c work extremely stressful last 5 weeks, so we'll see as work winds down--I'm very hopeful!"


"Oh this product works alright. I took 2 around 11 am, and right now it's 3:45 in the morning and I am experiencing the worst stomach pain ever. Seriously if you're going to use this, just take one."


"I got on citalopram because I had episodes where my heart felt like it was skipping beats and I would check my pulse 24/7 and would only focus on that. I would jump out of the bed in the middle of the night in a panic ready to call 911. It was horrible, I hardly slept. Then I got 20 mg and it was heaven sent. My heart beat was normal. Well now my doctor upped me to 40 mg because I told her I could use a bit more. I have 3 kids. I highly recommend this product."


"Been on this for 5 years now, not a magic bullet, but still works fairly well. I have NO side effects at all, and never have from this drug. I eat fine, sleep fine, no headaches. I used to cry all the time and had OCD as well, this helps with  the crying, the OCD is a little better too. I get worried that I might be becoming immune to it, but I will cross that bridge later. Give it a try, the side effects are not a factor for everyone."


"I am on Chemotherapy and I take Lorazepam with my chemo medicine and it helps a lot with the nausea and vomiting. I have not vomited at all and it also helps me sleep."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"This was not as bad as I thought it would be, although, I still have one more dose to go.  The key for me was using super cold ice water to mix it, use two straws at the back of my tongue, holding my nose and only stopping when I needed a breath.  I was able to down it pretty fast.  It took about 45 minutes for my first movement and it was almost like a normal stool, then nothing else for like 20 minutes, then (hang on it's about to get real) it was like pee.  This has lasted for about 4 hours for me.  I'm hoping this stops soon so I can sleep a little before I start the 2nd dose at 2:30am. I wonder if it's possible to sleep on the toilet?"


"So glad I had the opportunity to read how others feel about Depakote.  I have used Depakote for 8 years now for the manic side of bipolar disorder.  I have not had one manic episode since on the medication.  Great right?  I also feel as though the past 8 years of my life have slipped by and are a bit of a blur.  I was an artist, graphic designer, and had a sense of humor.  Now I feel like a numb hermit who continues to stay on this medication because she doesnt want another manic episode."


"Chantix is the tobacco companies worst nightmare! I smoked for 14 years and probably tried to quit 100 times since (cold turkey, gum, patch...you name it). This medicine has made the difference. Before prescribing it to me, my doctor asked if I was REALLY ready to quit. The reason being that nothing (not even this medicine) will help you quit if you don't really want to. I do. I've been on it for three weeks, quit for two. During the first week, I smoked, but I noticed my urge to smoke decreased a lot. Side effects: mild nausea (take it with food) and that's about it. I still get cravings, but the part of me that wants to quit is now stronger. I know I have Chantix to thank for that. If you're ready to quit, try this."


"One month on 7.5 mg. - great for sleep and anti anxiety. Definitely increased my appetite which is great for now. Not too much weight gain."


"I was prescribed Nucynta 50mg for chronic joint pain.  It have me no relief at all.  Also, the price was ridiculous - $50 out of pocket!!  Luckily my pharmacy gave me a $25.00 coupon but I still had to pay $25.00 out of pocket!!!"


"I've been suffering from manic depression and anxiety since I was a teenager. I came to my breaking point last month and finally sought professional help. I'm now on day 3 with taking Zoloft 25mg twice daily and I've noticed some difference already and it's for the better.
I'm not really experiencing the side effects everyone is talking about and I'm sleeping just fine. I was a little sleepy the first day and body was a little sore but nothing like everyone is describing. I know its  only been day 3 so its not really in my system. So I'll check in in a few weeks. Wish me luck"


"I have been on this pill for a month and I have had my period 3 times, get headaches, cramps and worst of all its dried up breast milk which is why I went on the mini pill to avoid it. I get less than half an ounce when I used to get 4 oz. And I've gained about 8-10 lbs in a month, overall not good for breastfeeding moms."


"Insertion was done on 6/16/2016. My doctor did advise me to take ibuprofen 600mg at least an hour and half prior to my visit. Followed her directions yet insertion was still painful. It took about less than three minutes, but the pain was immediate. I drove myself home which was a huge mistake. I cried while driving on my way home from the pain! Since then, I have not had a day where I don't take ibuprofen for my cramps. My cramps are really disrupting and occur ONLY when I am active at work. Over this past weekend, I decided to stop taking ibuprofen because I knew I would be drinking that weekend. The pain stopped all weekend but come Monday at noon after my lunch, my cramps came back and they came back stronger."


"I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in Nov. They thought they that had it under control, so after being in the hospital for three weeks, I went home for two and almost died! I went back and stayed for over a month. The docs were trying everything with no answers, then they told me about Remicade and said it was for Crohn's disease, but we could try it out and see because it was my last hope. I really was happy to see that it was working and in the first of Jan I went home! I have had a kidney stone because of it, and it has acted up which made docs think it was either my appendix or diverticulitis. I still take it every 8wk through I.V, but the only other problem that I'm experiencing is hair loss now and I don't know if its the Remicade."


"I advise you all, to not take this pill. It is an absolute nightmare. If you wish is to cry all day long, get angry at everyone, have other people mad at you for being emotional, not be able to do anything with your life, and generally if you are wishing for misery, then this is the pill for you. But I would like to take revenge against the people who invented this pill. They knew if they up the estrogen dose on the pill their patients would need to be prescribed antidepressants which - CHA-CHING!! - is a plus for them as their eyeballs look like this ($) ($). This goes for Loestrin Fe too, which I am on now."


"After 6  years of toenail fungus creams, toenail removal, laser treatments, spraying (soaking) inside my shoes with Lysol spray disinfectant after wearing, alternating shoes daily--same pair every third day, soaking feet in regular Lysol (this really helped with flare-ups), nothing would keep this fungus at bay.  Then I tried terbinafine:  after 3 weeks my knee and leg quit aching, my nasal sinuses dried up (no more disgusting green stuff to cough up), all other bodily aches and pains cleared up as well (I'm 68.).  Oh, sure, there were some slight tummy problems, with diarrhea and loss of appetite, but only temporarily.  Have been off meds now for several weeks; toenail looks better, but pain in knee/leg has returned.  Love this stuff!"


"I was on this medication previously and after a week gave up hope and stopped taking it.

Recently my anxiety became out of control as did my depression. I literally had no hope left. I felt sad, lonely, out of focus, irritable, suicidal, and hopeless. I would wake up having panic attacks and go to sleep having panic attacks.

I started researching ways to off myself and came very close. I decided to finally seek help and while awaiting my referral to see a psychiatrist my doctor gave me this medication. I am taking 100 mg once a day. It took a week of the medicine to feel the full effects but I feel happy again, focused, grounded, and way less anxious.

I find myself laughing more, joking, smiling and not constantly anxious."


"I’ve suffered from longstanding low-level depression ever since I can remember, and have often pondered with the idea of trying an antidepressant even though I stay away from medication as much as I can.

Everything has worsened over the last year since my youngest, fittest sister died prematurely of breast cancer with extensive liver metastasis (or whichever came first)…I was with her for the 7 weeks after diagnosis and watched her take her last 2 breaths; this pain has become more intense lately and I would find myself crying like a baby over my little sister…

My demented elderly father got a prescription for Zoloft (he must also be depressed because of my sister’s death), but since no one at his home was giving it to him I decided to give it a try!

I’ve been taking 25mg (elixir) for 2 weeks and have seen a huge difference in my crying spells; I still think about my little sister, but don’t feel that overwhelming sadness as much…

The first week I took the Zoloft at bedtime, but started to notice difficulty falling asleep, so now I take it in the morning…I felt no other side effects!

I’m far from being a peppy, energetic person, but at least some of my suffering has been alleviated, and that’s what living is about; who needs to be in constant emotional pain!?

Good luck to all!"


"I've been taking Alesse for 3 months now and my experience was very poor. There's a number of problems I had with this birth control pill. Number one is the nausea. Everyday for the last couple of months I would feel slight nausea to the point where I thought maybe I was pregnant. I took pregnancy test numbers of times because I was worried if maybe I was really pregnant. I did some research that the pills give you nausea so I waited and continued taking it with food before intaking it and still nothing worked. On top of that I've gotten severe acne, I don't usually get acne, my skin is clear but once I started taking the pill my acne grew worse it's really bad now. Lastly the mood swings and period cramps which were terrible."


"Works wonderful for severe pain if used as prescribed"


"I was never into birth control so I have 6 kids. My oldest 7years old. I tried depo shot after I gave birth in November to my 6th baby all natural vaginal births no epidural.  This was my first time  it was the shot on the booty and arm. I have had nothing but aniexty no its not my kids i never felt this way before and I gained ton of weight more than I usually do after a baby I weigh 160 I usually get down 140 3 months after I give birth. I've been bleeding nonstop. I decided I didn't like the shot I'm getting tons of mood swings more than the ones that I  get from pregnancy. I'm just going to tie my tubes. It's a nightmare. It's May now so from November to May I've been bleeding. I went to check my hemoglobin its fine - its just depressing."


"I have bronchitis was coughing non stop with chest congestion. I bought a package of Mucinex DM, I took one tablet around 10pm fell asleep at midnight woke up at 2am jittery still completely wide awake at 6am, good news is I can breathe clearly I haven't coughed in 8 hours; it works that's why I give it a 9, but this stuff is really powerful, I might be awake another 24 hours."


"I've been taking this birth control for 3.5 weeks and I'm realizing I shouldn't have switched but my doctor recommended I changed because Ive been on alysena for 3 years. But now on lolo I've had crazy acne and just got my period a week early, and its the most painful cramps I've ever had. I wounldn't recommend this to anyone"


"This medicine worked better and had less side effects."


"This medication works at reducing anxiety, and the only negative effect is slight drowsiness. I just take 0.25 mg at a time so I'm not too drowsy. I'm getting a little annoyed at how hard it can be to get it from doctors seeing as it works for me."


"This is my second time having chlamydia, I've taken the two pills, and once again I am stuck on the toilet!!! but I recommend this pill, yes the day you take it, your stomach will be awful): but it's so worth it, a huge weight is lifted off my shoulders now that I don't have chlamydia."


"I had sex with a condom, he took it off in between, and then put on another one. Ultimately, he came into the condom, but I was worried about precum. I think it was also the time I was ovulating. I took plan b one step 26 hours after and I'm 160 lbs. I got my period around two weeks later and have an irregular cycle. It was spotting for for like 5 hours that morning/afternoon and then I got my period normally that night. It lasted about 6 days, as usual. The only symptoms I felt were nausea for one day a few days after I took the pill, bloating, and really bad acne. My face has breakouts all over it and it's been almost 2 months. I just got my second period since the pill now that it is March, so it surely worked. bad acne though."


"I've been taking 8mcg Amitiza twice a day, for two months, to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Finally! A Dr. who actually listened to me and provided a solution instead of blaming me for the GI/bowel problems. (i.e., "You need more fiber," "It's your nerves," or "It's caused by the NSAIDS you take."). Almost 40 years of daily chronic painful bloating, constipation & pain under my left ribcage is almost gone, (I'm 50.)
It did take a few weeks to adjust to it. By that, I mean: 1.) Discovering that taking Fiber Supplements with the prescription caused painful gas/bloating, 2.) Determining exactly how much food/drink to ingest with each dose, to avoid gas/bloating or a headache & 3.) Remembering to take it with a meal.
I'd give it a 10 if there was 0 bloating and no headaches."


"Took 1 dose on evening of Aug 5/15. Felt unwell on Aug 6. Slept for 2 hours in the afternoon. That night I became agitated. Then began to perspire, feel shaky and had repeated muddy like stools, though not diarrhea. I developed excruciating pain in my back, first in the lower hip area radiating down my legs then up my back to my neck, and even the backs of my upper arms. The pain was so bad I couldn't tolerate any pressure and had to rest on my stomach. About 3 hours into this increasingly bad situation, I vomited 2 times bringing up both my lunch and dinner. This alleviated the upper back pain sufficient for me to get some rest. But I developed numbness in both forearms that is still present today Aug 23/15. No help from doctors."


"I got prescribed this medication for mild anxiety & minor depression. I usually get overwhelmed by things that should feel not so worrisome, & replay things that irritate or upset me over & over in my head. I've been on a light dose of Celexa for about a week now. I take it at night & don't have trouble sleeping. I will say right when it hits 645 - 7am I wake up & am immediately wide awake though. I have definitely noticed a positive change. Not a huge one, but just enough to make me feel more "normal". I can be a bit of a drag sometimes, & just not my peppy self that I know is hiding in me. This has made me feel much more of a positive peppy "good parts of myself" come out more & I can manage my stress better & lighter than I was before."


"My mother was 82 when diagnosed with NSC lung cancer. (She is a very fit, active, life-long healthy diet vegetarian with no other health problems.) We intervened when her oncologist recommended intravenous chemotherapy and 'check box' installed a port (this Dr. first refused to consider a new drug even though it was recommended by a Stanford Medical Lung Cancer oncologist, with whom my mother consulted. She finally relented.) Two years later Mother has no living lung tumors and has been generally healthy with only some nausea as a side affect. Her Dr. reduced her dosage but her nausea has increased and is now affecting her quality of life. Its time to find another treatment. This drug is amazing."


"It works overall very good for me"


"This is the only birth control I've been on and I have been on this now for four years. What a life saver.  I have hardly no cramps at all. I had to stop taking this for a little bit because I was spotting."


"I've been on Boniva for 5 years, and my bone density has not improved at all.  I don't know if it would have been worse without it, but my scores have not improved.  And now I'm beginning to read that you shouldn't be on Boniva for more than 5 years."


"Love it after the first week. 5mg a day. Lots of energy and losing weight. No more racing heart. Much more relaxed at work and home. Not for everyone but helped me."


"6 hours in and feel completely normal. Painful, yet tolerable, insert. Less than 1 minute of 5 pain on a scale of 1-10. Next hour, pain scale 2 -like a cramp, but enough to drive home and go to the market. Eat before, will help with being light headed. Take 800mg ibuprofen an hour before and every four hours for the next 48 hours. The hour after insertion was uncomfortable, but I was functioning. Been perfect ever since. Each woman is different- so do give it a try if you're interested. Not a walk in the park, but I hope the slight pain is worth it! And if it isn't, it was so short, I won't regret giving it a chance."


"I started belviq Monday May 2nd. I have yet to feel an results. If anything I feel like eating everything I see.. I'm wanting to eat more than I did before starting it. I have read some reviews showing that the medicine took a few weeks to start working. I hope this is my case. I do feel very sleeping after I take it. It is harder for me to get up in the mornings. I feel like I am in such a deep sleep since I have started. I haven't had any headaches but have noticed dry mouth."


"I told myself if the pill worked for me I would write a review to settle someone else's worries. I am 19 years old and my boyfriend and I were having unprotected sex, he did not ejaculate in me but I took the pill just in case. A week later me and my boyfriend had sex with a condom and it completely broke and he ejaculated in me while I was ovulating. I took the pill twice within two weeks and I freaked out until I got my period. I wasn't eating or sleeping or doing well in college, then my period came right on schedule. To any girls reading this who are losing their mind, relax. The pill was created and works for a reason."


"Tussinex works great, yes it will make you drowsy, so don't drive. You will sleep easy though. "


"My 1st anxiety attack was in 2000 I didn't know what was going on then I saw my doctor and said I had an anxiety attack he placed me on Effexor XR 37.5 mg for 2 weeks then 75 mg after that. I was on it for 14 years then I got off all medication only took Xanax 1 mg. when needed. I lost my job about 5 mo. ago & now having severe anxiety attacks even when I wake up!! I get sweaty, chills, diarrhea, and rapid hear beat. I went to see my doctor he put me back on Effexor 37.5 mg & I'm on day 4 but still having attacks. I hope this gets into my system & soon because it helped me before and I know it will again. No one knows why I get them but I've tried hypnosis, etc . & nothing helps they keep on coming. Plus going to menopause doesn't help"


"While Vyvanse worked relatively well for my ADHD symptoms, it did not last nearly as long as advertised. It only lasted about seven hours at best."


"I have had a cold sore outbreak 1-2 x/year for last 15 years usually during summer months (lower lip).  I had previously tried medicated lip applicators with little success. A friend suggested Zovirax.  I use it now at the first sign of tingling or hardness in the lip.  When I catch it early the severity of the outbreak has been greatly diminished.  I only use for 2 days and the sore has usually healed in about 10 days to 2 weeks."


"I have an entrapped nerve in my leg causing shooting nerve pain in my foot.  Lyrica has really helped stop the pain.  It was so bad I couldn't sleep at night.  However, I am gaining weight and having some difficulty in concentrating."


"I took this without ill effect for several years, then suddenly it became a bad migraine trigger, the blurry vision became untolerable, do had to stop."


"Been on the med a month now.  Down 10 lbs.  Tiredness went away but have been having really irritating chest pains every day.  Cardiologist said I was fine so I really don't know what's going on.  Had to stop the med pre-surgery for four days and the pains stopped.  Back on the med and they're back again.  Wondering if anyone else has this issue."


"I started on Cylert in 1990 and my brain activity took off.  I was concentrating better, I wasn't as nervous as I used to be. I stopped taking it because my doctor moved from one location to out of state.  I figured I'd give it a try without it.  I went back on it in 1998 for a period of time and felt as I did back in the early 1990s.  I now cannot get it because of hepatic problems, but I am willing to keep taking it because it is and was the best ADD medication I have ever had.  I am very upset and sorry for all of us who do not use it anymore and there are no more alternatives closest to Cylert.  Maybe one day there will be, but until then, with all of the medications I have tried, my mind will continue to spin and constantly be on run."


"Soma does work. At first it will make you sleepy then it gets easier but it does not take away your pain just allows you to tolerate it a little better."


"No noticeable adverse effects despite allergy to penicillin.  Works well for me, and quickly. Have taken with food, without food, sleeping immediately after, with no more severe issues than mild heartburn."


"I tried xulane, pros helps with acne & you only have to worry about it once a week.

Cons, extreme breast pain, rash and/ or bruising where i removed the patch."


"Very effective."


"Velivet is great for birth control. I've been on this for almost over two years and have had no problems. Only major problem is that I get angry or upset for no reason the week before my period. "


"I have been on Belviq for seven months and lost 48 pounds. Started out at 219 and now 171 pounds. Still have twenty to go but am now able to do two mile walks at a reasonable pace. Side effects a little dry mouth but otherwise feel great and sleep like a baby. Some friends have said I am more calm but that is about it. Glad to have found this by a referral from a friend."


"I was experiencing pain in my hips like never before Because I had no insurance finding any relief meant a trip to ER. Finally I was approved for medicatation.  After waiting longer than I should of for care, I saw a doctor that said I have aseptic necrosis. What is this? It is interruption of blood supply. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and the bone collapses. Treatment is total hip replacement. I have had my right done. It was collapsed. Very painful! Now waiting on my left. That is not the end. My shoulders need replacement. I was prescribed 60 mg Hysingla ER (hydrocodone bitartate) . It was not for me. My doctor finally decided on dilaudid 4 mg. Thank god! Thinking he needs to up my dose. Much better now!"


"I have high blood pressure and tachycardia (resting heart rate is 95bpm). I also take a beta-blocker which I wanted to stop taking. Losartan seems to have little effect on my bp, but I need the beta-blocker for my tachycardia so I am currently taking both. I previously stated that losartan was aggravating my insomnia, but I figured out it was folic acid, so I'm editing my review"


"So I've been using Strattera 40-50-60mg since 8 months. The 50 and 60 mg dose got me very confused and I made a lot of mistakes at my job so I stopped and restart with 40 mg. At the beginning the most common side effects were: nausea, dry mouth, constipation and "sinus headache".. but it stopped after a couple of weeks.

However, I started to get migraines (got 5 since I take strattera)... and I haven't got one for the last 6 years before (I'm 22 years old and I had a lot of migraines when I was 10-16 years old)... so I will stop taking the medicine. I also hurt my esophagus scphincter while vomiting cause of a migraine.. and now I have GERD.

So even if it makes me feel very calm and I can eat and sleep, I think I'll be better without it."


"This is an awful medication and I recommend it to anyone. Went to the ER for stomach pain to find out I had a bad UTI. Took 1 pill that the doc gave me and was completely fine. Took the next pill 12 hours later, with some saltine crackers and a bottle of water. 4 hours later, I was shakey, nauseated thought I was going to throw up, my heart rate sped up, I had a fever (did go down with ibuprofun), had a minor rash on my cheeks, headache. Now marks 6 hours after taking it. laying down with towel over head, took benedryl to help with rash. Nausea has eased some, heating pad helps, rash is not as red. Going back to ER tomorrow for a different medicine. I'd rather take Amoxicilian, never have any reactions with that."


"Excellent. My hot flashes have nearly stopped straight away, no side effects except sleeping a lot better and not waking up every hour sweating. I would highly recommend this medicine, should have taken it months ago."


"Great"


"I have been on loestrin for almost 2 months and have had only one day that I wasn't experiencing breakthrough bleeding. I can't wait to switch to something else."


"Been taking Microgestin for three months. (Had to get off Levora because of seriously chronic nausea)The first month on Microgestin I was just a couple hours late taking a pill and bled almost immediately. Second and third months haven't missed a pill and my periods have been almost nonexistent. Super scary on month two but really an appreciated bonus I hope continues."


"I've only had it a week, so what I can say is that the insertion was pretty painless for me personally. I'm 22, have never had kids, and I was not on my period at the moment of insertion. The process itself took about 5 min, and then I was ready to go. I spotted throughout the day, but had no cramps. In fact, I was out riding my bicycle through town in the next few hours or so."


"My dermatologist put me on Doryx a couple months back. My acne was bad, inflamed and painful all over my cheeks. I took half the pill once a day and at first it made my skin dry out. But my acne disappeared within a week and a half. Afterwards I stopped using it. Then noticed my skin breaking out again. So I'm back on it again and it has settled my skin. I quit eating dairy as well while taking it and I have yet to have a breakout. I now take it every other day as it dries out the skin all over my body. But totally worth the results !!"


"I was on Lexapro for about 3 months.  Side effects for me included jaw pain (at first, or when dosage was increased) and constant nightmares.  Although it did help my mood somewhat, the nightmares worried my psychiatrist and she switched me to Paxil."


"I have lived on a formal pain regimine for many years.  Among other conditions, I live with psoriatic arthritis and deal with IBS/here from sensitivities to some medications.  My internist prescribed Voltaren Gel for me a few years ago. My pharmacist told me to use it sparingly, that with this product less is more.  I have followed her advice and use it on an as needed basis for pain that my regular meds  just don't  seem to control.  Like when I blew a tendon in my foot walking my Service Dog or when I fell and wound up with a non-displaced fracture of my tibia.  Using Voltaren Gel helped me control the pain so well that I was able to walk with a cane.  It is AMAZING how effective it has been for me."


"I have had a really ruff time sleeping the last 6 months and i have tried other sleeping pills but had bad reactions to them. I was told to use melatonin and so my dr perscribed me 5mg and i was able to relax and get good sleep but sadly i wake up with a lot of groggyness that literally lasts all day. I feel like im rested but if i shut my eyes i would fall out."


"I have had no prior birth control for 10 years. I have 3 kids. Done. Asked my doc for advice on a permanent solution. He gave me liletta. I've been bleeding ever since. 8 weeks now. That's right 56 days in a row of 6-8 saturated tampons!! This is the worse decision I could have ever made. Best birth control. Who wants to have sex while they are bleeding profusely??!! Clearly, not what I was wanting. I'd rather risk another pregnancy than keep bleeding like this. Postpartum was 4 weeks of bleeding/spotting, at worse. My periods were 30-35 days in between. Now it's a freaking blood bath of 50+ days straight. I'm done. This thing in coming out tomorrow."


"I suffered a reaction to this product. I bought it for help with sleeping and I  was unable to sit or lie down for the restless nerve endings that lasted all night and most of the following day."


"Have had this almost 5 years now, Ive been terrific on it.  Had massively heavy bleeding prior so much so I could not leave the house without a baby nappy for a pad, for real hey, at 45 at the time I was over that.  They wouldnt do a hysterectomy. They offered the Mirena and I was skeptical. I have had a great run, no periods for 4.5 years at least - love that. No side effects, no moods, no bloating - NOTHING.  Im due now to have it out and I tell you what, Im getting another."


"I used it to come off of oxycodone and it helped some. My doctor continued it as an adjunct to my ADHD medicines and it was a nice mellow touch. Discontinued after a year; I take enough medicines as it is."


"Due to chronic pain I take a lot of meds to begin with. I ended up in the hospital with a severe migraine that I'd already had for a few days (among other things). Morphine wasn't helping, not even Dilauded helped. I don't know who made the switch, but finally at the end of the second day a nurse came in to give me the Raglan, Toradol, Benadryl combo. Oh how I loved her after that. It burned slightly going into my IV (but Potassium burned a hell of a lot more) but that was really it. I didn't feel jittery but it's the usual initial feeling of light-headedness and warmth. It didn't last long and within a few minutes my head was starting to feel better. I was surprised this worked so well."


"I started taking Ortho Cyclen on April 17, 2016. For the first month, I had no side effects, but after my period ended, and I started a new pack, I immediately started throwing up about 12 hours after I took the pill.  I was extremely worried, so I took pregnancy tests, but they were all negative. I ended up receiving my period in May, which meant that I wasn't pregnant! After my period again, I started throwing up again, still about 12-13 hours later, but it only happened for about 3-4 days. I guess, my body just isn't used to all of the hormones since I've never been on birth control before. I just had my June period, and I threw up for one day, but other than that, everything is great! I've had some weight gain, too."


"I had my Skyla IUD in approximately 5 months. I bled for 2 months straight and it was miserable.
I noticed after the bleeding stopped that my period was due but did not come, which is not unexpected considering I thought my IUD was the cause. Just in case, I bought a pregnancy test and it turned out to be positive. I also confirmed that by two doctors. I have been in and out of the doctors office for the removal of Skyla, blood tests, and ultrasounds. As well as an ER visit due to the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy. I did not want this pregnancy and I've been put through hell because Skyla did not work. I don't recommend it to anyone."


"I have had the Mirena for a total of 10  years & I'm very pleased. The only part I don't like is the insertion process (yes, it can hurt, but it's a quick pain if you have a doctor that knows what they are doing), the bacterial vaginosis I sometimes get & the ovarian cysts. Everything else is great! I rarely have periods & when I do I just spot a little (I used to have very heavy periods & BAD cramps). I also haven't ended up pregnant. I highly recommend this form of birth control."


"I've been taking clonazopam intermittently for 15 mos.  It was prescribed to me by a neurologist for insomnia, nocturnal myoclonic jerks, and restless leg attacks. 0.5 mg has worked well with fighting off the nerve attacks and wide awake feeling to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer than I can on my own.  I also used it for longer sleep as needed for a special event such as traveling out of town.  Finally I was sent for a sleep study last month and found that I have severe sleep apnea while sleeping on my back and mild on my side.  I snore loud off and on but would have no idea other than my spouse telling me.  I have fragmented sleep, some of it with vivid dreams.  I hope to start c-pap therapy soon and then wean off clonazepam."


"Saved me for the first six years I was on it.  Unfortunately as with many SSRI's it will lose its great qualities after time.  You can go above 20 mgs but its not recommended.  I am adding Lithium to try to get it working again."


"I started taking Wellbutrin 2 months ago. I do not suffer from depression, I have generalized anxiety and panic disorder. It is definitely very helpful for the generalized anxiety as I am not feeling anxious 24/7. But the longer I take it, the more I experience unpleasant side effects. Out of any antidepressant I have tried, it is the only one that does not effect my sex drive, which is a plus. But I have a very difficult time falling asleep, even with the addition of sleep medication, I get constipated frequently, it makes me nauseous and dizzy, my muscles ache even though I work out regularly, I am itchy all the time, my appetite is irregular, I'm moody, and I still have panic attacks."


"I had to take Plan B 2 times and I'm also 168, slightly above the "weight limit". I should've learned the first time but of course, didn't think it was going to happen again.  I didn't get any side effects other than swollen boobs the first time and began spotting a week later for 2 days before starting my period. The second time, I immediately got intense stomach cramping after taking it and then fell asleep for 3 hours. I spent the next 9 days stressed & crying, thinking my period wouldn't come. I had cramping in what felt like my ovaries every night, so I'd think my period was coming, it didn't. On the 9th day, a full on period. This a very necessary medication but please, don't put yourself in a situation where you'd have to take it."


"I have struggled keeping on weight all my life I used to buy it in my country it work like wonders. Since moving to the UK I was unable to find it. Last week I found it in a pharmacy I have stocked up on it like I am preparing for world war three."


"I started Abilify on 2mg with Prozac and Klonopin. After just 3 days I felt the energy that was lacking for so many years. Before Abilify I had been on so many different antidepressants I felt there was nothing for me so I chose drinking. Wrong choice but it was the only thing that would make me feel normal. I finally quit with help from my family. I was put on Abilify, Prozac and Klonopin. I have now switched Prozac with Effexor 75 mg and Abilify 8 mg 4 mg in morning and 4mg at night 37.5 of Effexor in morning and night, also 2mg of Klonopin 2 times day or as needed.  I do suffer from vivid dreams and have gained a little weight but when I was drinking I wouldn't eat and lost a lot of weight. Overall it is a godsend."


"One of the worst things I've ever done! Was excited to get it as no longer had to worry about contraception but I was wrong. I had it inserted in October which was not very painful. Felt OK then in the middle of November started bleeding constantly. Checked with the dr and she said it would ease, I bled all the way through to mid February when I finally got it taken out. I was so depressed. So was really happy I had it removed and thought it was over until I started getting the most severe pain and ended up in emergency with an infection. I ended up on 3 courses of antibiotics. It's now the following November and am only just feeling like my normal self."


"I'm 18 (almost 19) and I just started college two weeks ago. Ever since I was about 14 years old I've suffered from mild-servere acne. I've tried every topical cream known to man and none seemed clear up my acne. I started taking birth control to level out my hormones but it barley did anything. About 2 1/2 weeks ago I went to my dermatologist begging her to put me on something stronger. I was perscribed spironolactone. I went home and researched everything and saw that an initial breakout is most likely to happen. About a week into taking the medication I had a severe breakout on my chin and cheeks. After a week it started to clear up. I'm not fully in the clear but I see improvement which I'm excited for!"


"Complete waste of almost $15 I paid for a bottle of this stuff.  It made my cough & dry throat even worse so that I got very little sleep.  I've taken it for 3 nights, each night with the same result, I wish I would have read reviews beforehand, I definitely would not have bought this."


"The reason I decided for getting this shot was to stop my periods because they are extremely heavy and I get such painful cramps I can't walk or eat for days. I got my first shot October 15, 2015 and the first month was awesome! It stopped my period the same day and I had no weight gain, no spotting, NOTHING. Then November rolled around and I started to get very light, super bright pink spotting on the occasion but didn't think much of it. That was until a little over a week later when the bleeding got worse and HAS NOT STOPPED SINCE! It has become a full on period every single day for 2 months straight. I called the local clinic and they said there is nothing they can do to help stop the bleeding. I am annoyed that I wasted my money on this"


"Only side effect occasional mild constipation. IT HAS BEEN EASIER TO GET TO THE GYM AND EAT LESS WITH NO HUNGER OR CRAVINGS."


"ladies!! I've had many yeast infections (because of my my immune system) and I get them often! This stuff DOES work. The first day is AWFUL. But you have no symptoms after day one if you can bear the pain!! Second day I normally experience slight itching with the medicine. I've also used the one day ovule, many times, and it has healed me every single time!! I try to stay away from the 7 day because it isn't necessary for me. I've had friends who have experienced no pain with this product, but I have also had friends who experienced pain every day using this medicine. Everyone is different! Hope this helps! :)"


"I was taking Seroquel XR for 5 months and was doing fine.  Then my insurance switched me to Risperdal and I don't like it one bit.  It doesn't do anything for me.  I'm going back to the way I was before the Seroquel."


"I've been on the shot almost 2 months and loving it since reading all the bad reviews ever since I've got it I've watched what I've been eating and started swimming 5 days a week with occasional abdominal work outs and have seemed to have lost weight with the shot! No period yet so happy about that though and very easy to use acne has cleared up mood swings practically gone and have been generally happy! I would recommend to anyone who is like me and forgets things very easily."


"Been taking this for years, helps me out a lot."


"I was on alesse for the last 2.5 years - my cramps calmed down quite a bit but I was still spotting (but without BC I would have 7 day periods and terrible cramps, I also have fibroids). My doctor suggested that I change pills since I should have stopped spotting and put me on tricyclean. I was on this pill for two months and although I did not have spotting, I noticed that it caused major mood swings, depression, weight gain (10 pounds), tenderness in breast, and my skin has changed (occasional pimple and normal skin, I started to have red bumps, pimples and oily). I've decided to stop using this pill as it is not for me.
My doctor has suggested I go on this new pill called "LOLO" by actavis. I can't find much on it and will prob not use it."


"The "hot flashes" were really unbearable.  I was changing entire sets of clothes at least once a day.  I finally stopped using Savella.  I'm not sure if it helped my pain, but watch out for this side effect, documented in the Savella medication handout.  Good luck to all others who are using it; I really hope you do not experience this side effect."


"I find that Zirvirax doesn't prevent the coldsore from appearing (even if applied at the tingly stage).  But what I do find is that once the coldsore appears it's very small compared to not using it.  I supplement the treatment with Lysine tablets and it keeps the blister/scab very small (about 2mm in diameter as opposed to 5-6mm) and is usually gone within two to three days rather than 1-1.5 weeks."


"I was prescribed macrobid (100mg two times a day for 10 days) for a pretty severe UTI. The first day I took it I felt like I had a fever and I had chills and body aches, I figured it was just my UTI causing the symptoms. Today I am on day 10 (last day) and I am going to the doctors for a different medication because after taking one of the pills last night I developed what I thought was the flu, severe body aches, fever, chills. I really considered going to the ER cause I was that sick. Woke up this morning feeling better then last night but I refuse to take another pill. As far as cleaning up my UTI some days I have felt normal and other days I still have the burning and frequency."


"This is a pretty cool drug for me. I have used it for about 7 years. It has helped me with anger, mood swings, rapid thinking, and to focus on things you're doing. I've only gained something like 30lbs over these years. Lots of other reviews I've read said they have gained lots of weight not true in my case. I was already overweight before I started taking it. I was like 215 before I started taking this now about 245. I even think it helped me become a better person. I enjoy gambling and I have won quite a bit on this drug. I'm more focused and have become smarter. I stopped for about three months just to see what happens and I was usually mad and angry. So I'm back on it and I'm a happier and effective person. 2.5 milligrams works best."


"I started 10 mg on Dec 19th and started a severe yeast infection Dec 25 and then into a Bacterial vaginitis. I have been treating this now since Dec 26th, and stopped the med with my doctors orders. I will never take this again. I have spent a fortune on OTC meds, with  poor results. Now doing steroid creams and will start antibiotics next week. This has been miserable  and my sugars are up because of the infections.

Just be careful with these new meds."


"I have been taking Cymbalta for over a year now.  I suffer(ed) from perimenopausal symptoms (PMS) including debilitating depression/suicidal ideation.  I have never been a person who thought about suicide although I have suffered from dysthymia for years. Cymbalta has been a life-saver.  I am very grateful. No depression, little anxiety, no side effects."


"Wow, I guess I'm in the minority because I found that Ambien was completely worthless for me. I tried 5mg, 10mg, & even 15mg & never could fall asleep. Didn't even feel tired. Seriously, it was like a sugar pill. I don't know why so many people like this stuff...I guess my brain is different from everyone else's...story of my life!"


"I had such a severe reaction to my hayfever I ended up in hospital. When I left I was given the Kenalog 40 injection and I had a summer like never before. I was able to go outside and enjoy myself."


"I was only on the patch for two weeks and while I love the easy use of switching from one patch to another only once a week, I had a terrible headache for the first patch and the second one I had a horrible migraine that ended with me in the emergency room. I had to stop the easy use was great but the side effects were just awful"


"Decided to try NV because the pill was inconvenient. Thought, it is the lowest level of hormones available, it is of local action- so should be few side effects due to minimal systemic absorption. Wrong. I felt moody the whole entire time. And in my mind I knew it wasn't my typical disposition, but it was so overpowering, I just couldn't help it. In addition, I felt itchy all over my legs. I was constantly scratching. There were no hives or ingrown hairs, and I didn't change anything else in terms of my activities/diet/medicines. I felt tired all day long, every day. And the worst thing was this terrible rash on my forehead that looked like tiny acne. That was the last drop before I pulled it out."


"I was prescribed lidoderm but the pharmacist switched the prescription to lidocaine 5% patch. This was TERRIBLE !!! The patch dried off and fell off in about 2 hours. The adhesive was pathetically weak and didn't hold the patch in place not even long enough to do any good. I know as a former drug salesman for Upjohn this kind of shoddy imitation would never have been tolerated. Why don't you try quality and I would assume they are made in some third world country. Terrible is the only term I can use to describe this copy cat medication."


"Let me just start off by saying that I was in the same situation as all of you. I am not going to say not to stress because thats honestly impossible. Yes, reading these reviews gave me some sort of peace of hope, but then I'll stumble on the reviews where it didn't work and I knew that I was going to be part of that 5%. I had unprotected sex with my ex and he came inside me. Figuring this out, I rushed home and bought the pill and took it about 1 1/2 after the deed. I believe I was in my ovulating week but I wasn't fertile. My period was supposed to come a week and 10 days after and let me tell you that it was the longest 10 days of my life but it came on the same day. I hope it works for all of you.  Best of luck"


"My twin sister was prescribed epiduo over a year ago and it helped her acne so much, and although it's not recommended, I too used her prescription when I broke out. -We're twins, same face and same acne- and every time I used it for my random spurs of acne, it helped immediately. I even broke out bad on my chest and it wiped it out completely in a couple weeks. Now it's a year later and I have really bad forehead acne, so I just bought some epiduo today. No doubt I have hope it will work. This stuff is amazing."


"I just switched to Prozac and it is a life changer! I am no longer tired and my anxiety is controlled.  Day 4 for now, and I feel 100% better than a month ago...."