"I have 7 bulging disks, DDD and AS, on daily pain meds for 7 years. I requested a long acting pain med and had been on oxycodone IR 10mg. x 3 a day. Dr switched me to OxyContin 10 mg 4 per day. AMAZING RESULTS! I no longer feel drugged, I feel like myself again. The IR made me feel drugged and only lasted 3 hours, was a roller coaster all day long. I take 2 in the morning, 1 at 2 pm and 1 at 6 pm. and do not feel like I am on any medication at all, but the pain has gone from an 8 to a 2 (if I don't move) to maybe a 4 or 5 at worst. Able to clean house, shower, do many activities I was unable to do before. I feel so blessed that I have my life back. It seems to give me energy but no other side effects at all. No dry mouth either."


"Been using the patch for eight years. Never had a scare and no side effects and so easy to use"


"I took Bactrim for about 1 year and did not get a single breakout during that time. Really works wonders for skin. Now I have been on the maintenance dose to carry on the good work."


"Best med for back pain"


"I have high blood pressure. So doctor prescribed me Lisinopril -hydrochlorothiazide, after three months, I suddenly realize that where is my migraine? I am so happy. I check with my doctor, she didn't link the connect either."


"I'm suffering from severe tendonitis/arthralgia or bursitis that is excruciating, to the point of absolute tears, when I awaken. It takes all I have to endure the sharp, searing pains that race through my shoulders, elbows, back (lower and upper and I am still recovering from back surgery/instrumentation), my legs and feet, my hips. I can honestly say I am experiencing pain on level "12" on 0-ten scale. I would not wish this on my worst enemy. It takes me a half hour to get out of bed. By about two hours, my pain medicines from my back pain (intractable) take effect and I am able to hobble. Throughout the day, I gain a little more mobility. I watch the symptoms move about my body; not diminishing, only moving. At night, it starts again."


"This is the absolute worst birth control you could possibly take. I was on Ocella for one month before I had to switch pharmacies due to my new insurance and Ocella was fine. Once I started on Zarah, I had constant anxiety/palpitations. It got so bad to the point that I was seeing my doctor and thinking that I had a heart problem (had an echo done, normal). This birth control literally made me feel like I was going crazy and that I had all kinds of health problems. It made my left hand tingle, and I was also constantly exhausted to the point where I was almost sleeping 20 hours a day. OH and my blood pressure sky rocketed. Went off this birth control and got the Skyla IUD. I didn't get pregnant on this BC which is literally THE only good thing"


"Epiduo makes my skin more oily then it actually is, I'm not getting dry flakey skin just terrible oily skin.Im still using it every night for the last 6 months but I do still get normal acne, so not much has changed."


"I suffer from migraines and also have difficulty falling and staying asleep.  Following. A sleep study my doctor put me on Zanaflex to help me fall asleep faster and reduced random leg movements during the night.  I took for it about a month and it really helped me sleep although I did have a groggy feeling in the morning that was hard to shake off.   However, it aggravated my migraines so that instead of getting them 2 or 3 times a year, I got a migraine every week during the month I was taking Zanaflex, so unfortunately I had to stop taking it."


"It works in my depression, I feel more positive and happy but I had gastrointestinal problems ,and slurred speech people think I am drinking,also sluggish.I received a package from my doctor.Don't know if this effects will go away but if not ,I won't continue."


"While this stuff works to kill the infection, it is hard to keep down. I throw up every few hours on this drug. I feel queasy right now and I took cipro almost 8 hours ago."


"I had Kyleena inserted the first week of January and bled for a solid two months after. I experienced severe cramps for 2-3 weeks that seemed worse than any cramp I've had before my 6 years on a pill contraceptive. My acne was out of control for the first 4-5 weeks, but went away. I still spot dark blood and small clots every now and then. Overall, I think it's great because it does it's job! The beginning was tough..."


"Ever since I was diagnosed with IBS I try to avoid dairy so I won't  explode  like I am now, clearly I have an issue with it. Well for whatever reason as of late dairy consumption has constipated me to high heaven. Decided  after a week in a half of frustratingly small  bowel  movements and a TON of straining  it was time to drink the "poop juice" as I call it. Within 45 minutes I had to SPRINT to the bathroom and my god didn't think I'd  make it in time. It's now been a few hours and I only really left the bathroom  twice. Found it easier to just stay on the toilet. Im now reading everyone's reviews because i needed something to pass the time and these are usually hilarious! If the poop juice  doesn't work for you go to a about doctor or ER!!"


"The first few weeks my breasts were swelled up and I had a lot of trouble breathing plus I was braking out and had my period for 26 days. Now I just started my 2nd pack and things are back to normal even though I'm very emotional, fight with my boyfriend, irritated, sad and cry a lot. I was hoping it would increase my breast size but oh well its doing well so far for my first time. Oh yeah and since I started my second pack my sex drive increased too."


"I was on Yaz about two years ago and decided to take some time off of it because it made my periods about 10 days long. Once my acne started getting worse, my doctor recommended me for Ocella. The morning after I took the pill for the first time, I was very nauseous and threw up. Now, I have been taking the medicine for about 4 days and every night, about 6 hours after taking the pill, I have to run to the bathroom to throw up because I am so nauseous. I have been feeling very tired too. But sometimes I feel really hyper as well. I really hope that this birth control clears up my acne. By reading the other posts, I am very scared to gain weight. But I work out daily so that probably wont be a problem. I have already lost weight from the nausea."


"I had no problem with the medication at all. No weird side effects or burning.  But it did not clear up my yeast infection and I ended up having to get a prescription."


"Day 18 and I am still using the 20mg pills. No nausea and I have had 4 lucid dreams but not nightmares. Still do not think 20mg is enough. Will be talking to my Doctor about going to 40mg. Other than that no issues."


"Took Monistat 1. Was fine until I had to go pee, some of the stuff leaked and oh dear father above...the itching and burning was relentless! Mind you, I didn't have any itching before!! I took a shower to try and clear out whatever I could, now I'm sitting with ice packs tucked between my thighs for some relief! Wondering how long before I can actually go to bed!!!"


"On day 2 of the clonidine patch haven't had a pill in 16 hours and going strong. So far this has been a godsend no rls usually I get 6 hours after my last dose of perc.  I feel groggy but am eating and lightly sleeping and no cravings. Note I was taking 140mg of perc daily for two years did a quick 7 day taper to yesterday I went insane all week then my pm dr gave me the patch and it is like night an day"


"I was on June fe for a year and recently switched to a different brand of birth control. Overall, it did what it was supposed to do: prevented pregnancy. However, it gave me constant mood swings and anxiety. I had never dealt with these things before, so I knew that I could relate it to the pill. My periods became barely existent and I would skip periods almost every other month. It sounds like a dream, but it can get a little stressful when you rely on periods to prove that you are not pregnant. Overall, I had a decent experience, but I decided to try something else to try to get rid of the anxiety.

Also: I was off of the pill for a month in between trying a different type and let me just say it was the happiest I've been in a long time!"


"Pros: Greatly reduces tremors and lasts up to the next scheduled dose, which is the point of taking the medicine. However.....
Cons: Immediately after taking the drug, there is temporary nausea, drowsiness, sleepiness & disorientation, dizziness. It makes me sleep more than desired. I can no longer drive, cook,  or do much of anything because of the dizziness. I prefer tremor relief, so the medicine wins. We don't have much choice with this disease.
It's very expensive, but what is your quality of life (what little there is)  worth to you? If I have to exist, I would rather sleep than suffer tremors most of my waking hours."


"This little pill works in a BIG way.  Everyone I've introduced it to has said the same.  I have had allergies for some time now and it's hard to find medicine that works well."


"I've been struggling with scalp psoriasis for 4  years and tried the OTC treatments, but nothing has worked! My dermatologist prescribed me this medication and I started applying it 2x/day on my scalp and I started seeing major improvements within a week! I've stopped scratching my scalp now and I've been happy to have this relief. Gone are the days when I would be scratching my scalp constantly and my back would be full of dandruff.

I also have guttate psoriasis on my legs and trunks. The results aren't as effective and instant compared to ones on my scalp so minus 2 stars! I wish it helped clear the pink spots up right away though! Ugh, it's like acne on your legs, but more stubborn!"


"My 15 yr old daughter started this to help her with severe periods and to help regulate them she is not sexual active. The first 2 months were ok She did not get a period which was a little bothersome but normal she has since had 1 period She started her 3rd month of pills was about 1/2 way through when it became very apparent there was something off about her Bursting into tears over nothing, not sleeping, very very moody totally not herself She actually didn't understand why she was feeling the way she was she said that's what's most bothersome there is nothing wrong and yet I feel awful She had to stop taking them she  tried to do the every 2nd day to slower wean her but we had to just stop"


"I just finished my second month of Gianvi and it will be my last. CONS: Constant bleeding, gained weight, horrible headaches, and mood swings that make me feel crazy. PRO: No pregnancy, on-time period, went from a B to a C cup, no change in skin."


"I blindly accepted this poison for my first cardiac catheterization and first colonoscopy. It did NOTHING during the procedures. I remember everything and felt everything.

What it did do was make permanent changes in my ability to remember things - especially names. Since then, I'm also frequently searching for common words. I list Versed as an allergy now so it'll never be used on me again."


"I went into the ER in EXTREME pain. I mean, I was in labor for 30 hours with no help from an epidural, and this pain I was having took the cake!

Turns out I had Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection, caused by a UTI). I was in pure agony for hours... and finally once they got me back into a real room, and got the Dr in to see me, they got my IV hooked up and gave me Nausea meds, 1 Mg of Dilaudid, antibiots and toradol. It worked almost instantly! I was so relieved!! All I wanted to do was close my eyes and sleep, and I got a couple hours in before I was ok to leave the hospital.

If you have ever had Stadol, the relief and feeling was VERY similar with Dilaudid, which was fine with me. Both have been the best pain relieves I've ever had."


"Cholesterol numbers are in the normal range for the first time EVER. I take it with Livalo (the cost for both medications is horrible and are Tier 4 meds on insurance formulary list).

Only side effect is perspiration comes in waves (not all the time) and has the odor of garbage. Bathing is the only solution for this problem. Deodorants only work for a short period after a "sweat" episode."


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"This product was very effective in preventing pregnancy and made my periods a lot lighter but, for me, it came with a lot of side effects. I was extremely moody, I wanted to break down and cry about even the littlest things, I was temperamental and got irritated easier than normal, and my period was extremely irregular. I was only on it for 3 months with these side effects being continuous the entire time so my nurse practitioner decided to change my contraceptive to Levora. I'm 18, healthy, 5'4" and about 110lbs. Hope this helps."


"My body rejected Mirena after a year, so my second option was Nexplanon. I loved that was inserted fast and without pain. No painful periods, just spotting every 2 or 3 months. The bad side: weight gain. This is driving me crazy! Since March 2015 I have gained almost 25 pounds!!!! I'm 5'1, I weighted 127 and was size 4. Now, October 2015, I weight 150 and I'm size 10!!!! No matter how many diets or pills I tried, I keep gaining more weight. I love not having heavy period or worrying about getting pregnant, but this "weight gaining" is scaring me because seems non stop. Thinking about getting it remove, I think the perfect birth control doesn't exist."


"Barfingbeth here again. I tried to continue the medication on the regular dosing schedule BUT I couldn't tolerate it. I stayed on the 3 per day for 5 days and couldn't function. The headaches and nausea were so bad that I couldn't stand it. I have cut back to 2 per day and still have nausea. I am able to keep down simple foods like toast, grilled chicken and scrambled eggs but not much more. Down 3 more pounds. Not sure this is worth the side effects. Down 12 pounds total in 4 weeks without exercising. I'd like to exercise, but I'm just too nauseous to do so. I hate feeling like this and I know my family is tired of putting up with me lying on the couch and running to the restroom to barf after every meal. Will try to continue on 2 per day."


"I have been on oxycontin for 6 years now.  I take 20mg 2 x a day along with a couple of other medicines. Before oxycontin, I was on 14 or more prescriptions that didn't work. I was ready to give up.  Now, my pain from Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue along with several surgeries is tolerable. Every now and then I forget to take my oxycontin in the morning and my body reminds me what life would be like without it.  I don't know what I would do if it was ever pulled from the market."


"I have been on Beyaz for only 5 days. My doctor recommended it knowing that I am a smoker, but I'm only 25.  I already had a tubal ligation so Beyaz is for hormones and acne.  I feel very nauseous and have severe migraines, loss of appetite extremely tired, also I have a nasty taste in my mouth that just won't go away no matter how much I brush floss or mouthwash.  I'm not sure if I could handle these side effects being a 2 and 3, working full time I have to have the most energy as possible. These side effects don't help."


"I have had Tourette's since I was nine years old.  I remember blinking non stop and knowing that something was wrong.  I am now 30 and have been on Risperdal, Haldol, and Orap.  The Orap is the only thing that works without any harsh side effects.  Mostly I have facial and vocal tics that get fairly severe under stress.  The Orap eliminates all but the most severe tics.  I am extremely thankful for Orap and how it has helped make my life a little more normal.  I also suffer from anxiety and OCD."


"Recommended by my GI.  30 ml dose every AM very helpful, especially compared to $$$ prescription meds that my PCP recommended"


"Mom has been on this since 2003 and is stable, I am very happy."


"I got it inserted on 10/12/14. The pain of having it inserted was horrible. The reason I went the Mirena route was because I used to take the pill and then the NuvaRing ( I either got sick or gained 45lbs), after I didn't use anything at all. I got very serious with my, now, fiancé and decided that this would be a good option for BC.  I got an appt with my OBGYN and discussed it.  She spoke highly of it. Initially I had little pain... fast forward 1.5 years and I have almost every side effect out there. weight gain, depression, back pain, abdominal pain, skin issues, tired, bloating, mood swings etc. I just don't feel like myself anymore. I am getting it removed 2/17/17. I am DONE! LADIES... DONT DO IT! Hopefully I am able to have children....."


"This is not the drug for everyone. I was absolutely miserable on Concerta. I was restless, anxious, needy, fidgety, irritable, and depressed. My psychiatric practitioner attempted to cure these symptoms by prescribing higher doses. I eventually had a meltdown. As soon as I stopped, it was like I was instantly better. I know this drug works wonders for some people, but please be careful."


"I was diagnosed with RRMS in Nov 2008 (age 16). I started out with Rebif and took that for a 2 years. I found that to be too painful so I stopped taking and medication all together. In May 2012 I tried gilenya, I was on that for about 4 months in which I had 5 relapses in those 4 months. My neuro decided to have me try Tysabri. I have been on it for 3 years and next month it will be 3 years since I have had a relapse. I do feel tired and dizzy when it is hot out though."


"This medication has helped immensely! I was extremely suicidal, depressed, drained of energy and unmotivated. I began taking it and had plenty of energy and motivation. In the beginning I would only sleep every other night. That was rough, but it evened out. After taking it for about two weeks. A thought about death popped in my head and I felt my nerves. That has never happened before. I suddenly realized death was unappealing to me. I couldn't believe how wonderful that felt realizing that for the first time. I also dealt with anorexia for years but I've wanted to get better. It's says you aren't supposed to take this if you have an ED, but in my case it stemmed from my depression and I've done well with it. I've also slowed with smoking."


"This drug is very effective in clearing acne, which is awesome, but it has very very harsh side effects. I used this drug two days in a row when I first got it (bad decision on my part) and woke up the next day with burning bright red skin that was sore and hot to the touch. People asked if I had gotten a severe sunburn! It really helped with my acne and definitely cleared my skin a lot, but the side effects made it impossible for me to use. It has now been 3 days since I last used it and my skin is peeling like crazy. I am using it in conjunction with clindamycin phosphate gel, a much gentler medication, and plan to only use epiduo 2x a week because of the horrible side effects. Make sure you moisturize and ease into using the medication!"


"I had terrible anxiety and the beginnings of depression.  I'd had bouts of depression throughout my life, and in October 2015 it became seriously challenging and I felt unable to cope.  For the first time I asked my doctor for help and he suggested counseling with a psychologist and he also prescribed 10 mg of Lexapro (generic).  For the first 3 weeks I had terrible diarrhea (which oddly at the time I did not associate with the Lexapro), and night sweats.  I stuck with it, my doctor increased the dose to 15 mg and a couple weeks later to 20 mg.  It then was reduced back to 10 mg in February and I've been taking 10 mg per day since then (now it's May 30th).  This medicine has helped me so much!  It let me "feel clearly" and changed my life."


"I've had this since November. I started to have 2 periods a month and a little weight gain. A little more up and down with moods. Don't get it would be my recommendation."


"I am 36, have a bad case of herniated disc that hits me in the back. Lyrica has helped a lot with pain and overcoming my hernia's crisis twice, at 150-300 mg daily. This is not an example of chronic use, although I might be such one case in the future if the problem persists.

In lower doses it seems to take more time (days) to take effect, in higher doses the side-effects are more pronounced.

My side-effects were: slight sedation, euphoria, strange body coordination, all in all: the psychoactivity. One can have an accident on these, so caution should be exercised and doctors instructions followed strictly. Using cars or other potential dangerous machines should probably be avoided too.

"


"I have been taking this since december and no results

i dont find it helps at all but rather makes me hungrier"


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"I wanted to take this medicine to deal with period related migraines. I have been bleeding for the last 15 days. I have never had a bad reaction to a birth control pill before. It is distressing. My doctor has taken me off this medication and switched me to a higher dose pill."


"Very bad expirience!
appeared redness after 1 day of use, more than it was before. I will never use it again!"


"Fentanyl saved my life pre-back surgery.  The sublingual fentanyl literally is the best pain reliever (severe pain relief only! Not for mild to moderate pain) more than Kadian, Norco, Oxy.  I was in so much pain Fentanyl got me through it, back surgery was a success and life is moving on; almost pain free."


"Easy to use and keeps my son very healthy.  The only side effect he has is redness and swelling at the infusion site, but that clears up within a few hours."


"This was the first medicine I was prescribed by my psychiatrist for my anxiety and depression. While I felt it worked decent, I got wicked headaches and I had terrible night sweats. I also suffered from fits of rage, and I felt really angry in general. To be fair I'm an angry person and I often felt that since I didn't feel as depressed or anxious any longer, my anger became more prominent. I also felt I had issues reaching orgasm at times, but then others I would feel insatiable. All in all, it was okay but I definitely ended up switching at my monthly appointment."


"Works well for blood pressure but a side effect I experience is that it makes me very short tempered.  I could become a middle linebacker."


"I'm 18 y/o and I got the Implant inserted March 18, 2016 . I was afraid to get it mainly because I had seen so many women complain about long periods but I decided to try it out. The first month was okay, I got my period around the same time I usually did but this time instead of my usual 5 days, it was 9 days. That wasn't too bad. But then May 12, 2016 I started bleeding and haven't stopped! It is now June 8th, 2016 and I'm still bleeding . I'm going to get it taken out today and going on the pill . I do not recommend this birth control because a really long period is very annoying, it's costly (because of extra tampons or pads) and interferes with my sex life . Hopefully I stop bleeding soon after removal."


"I've never felt compelled to write a review for a medication before, but Wellbutrin XL saved my life. I suffered from chronic depression for years before I started taking Wellbutrin and within weeks it was as if the rain stopped and there's nothing but clear blue skies and sunshine since. Seriously. I cannot say enough good things about this medicine. The great thing about Wellbutrin (I take 150 MG) is that it doesn't make you feel zombie-like at all. I feel like a brighter, happier version of myself.

I also take 150 MG of Lamictal, which has also significantly helped as well. I highly recommend these medications to anyone suffering from bipolar depression. They have done wonders."


"I had the nexplanon inserted because the IUD literally fell out of me. Found it in my boyfriends bed. No idea how that happened and my Dr recommended this alternative. It did not hurt being put in and for thirteen months I felt at ease,  no period,  no side effects. It was great. Around the thirteen month mark,  I got my first period. It was heavy,  with all the terrible side effects. This went on for three months..  Non stop heavy bleeding,  I was hormonal,  angry,  in pain,  acne,  ten pound weight gain...it was terrible. My doctor put me on some estrogen pills and it worked but my breasts were extremely tender where it hurt to move. Finally after three months of this, it was removed. The bleeding stopped. I feel normal again!"


"My doctor recommended NuvaRing to me after I expressed my concerns of getting pregnant. After she explained how it works, I was happy to be on a low-maintenance birth control. In for 3 weeks, out for 1 week, use another ring for the next cycle. The first few months were GREAT! No mood swings, I feel great and for a long time I can predict when my menses will come (have been irregular from the start).

After a year, things changed. I started feeling depressed usually around the 3rd week (a week before my menses). I talked to my doctor and she put me on anti-depressant. Then I gained weight and have very bad case of acne on my face and back. And the mood swings were terrible. Now, it's been 6 months and I'm getting back to my pre-NuvaRing self."


"I have only been on Cymbalta for 2 weeks, this is the end of my first week on 60 mg.  I am feeling much better but still have some low energy issues and anxiety and jitteriness upon waking.  I am hoping these will subside and I will start feeling like the person I used to be."


"Let's talk about my sickness first. I was dipping my self into a freezing water pool for approximately 5 minutes  a day. The next morning I felt the weather is so much colder so I knew its a fever. I'm very healthy person my body I make sure that my body is clean, I drink a lot of water and cleaning drinks so my stomach is always clean. The doctor prescriped me fevadol and omnicef.
Omnicef experience were horrible. Very bad diarrhea every 15 minutes or so even if there is nothing in my body. I couldn't sleep for more than 24 hours with complete alertness and no feeling of exhaustion. eating it without food will make it worse. I used it for 2 days only.
Dosage was 1 300mg twice a day.
I got Dizziness, back pain, headache and diarrhea."


"Was prescribed Penicillin Kv for strep twice a day 500mg, am now 5 days into it and the strep pain has been totally cured however the stomach cramps from the medicine are almost enough to make me quit the medicine itself."


"I had the Mirena placed on June 28th 2011 and had it removed august 15th 2011. Here is my story. After 4 weeks of continual heavy bleeding I went in to see the doctor, he said hold it out it will go away soon. After 2 months of bleeding it FINALLY went away but I then began having major anxiety. All day my mind was running over what I had to do. I kept thinking about it over and over even if I had my day planned I just kept going over minor details. What really got me was my anger and agitation. It scared me. I had lost interest in my son and husband and my life. I had it removed and the next day I felt better. Anxiety and agitation gone. It's not for everyone be aware of the side effects and monitor yourself."


"I have been taking Xanax 1MG twice daily as needed to help cope with my severe panic disorder and anxiety attacks, which have been impacting my sleep schedule drastically. Take the correct oral amount daily, and you will see positive results in no time! If you feel like your having complications, contact your doctor immediately! Everyone's tolerances are different!"


"Hi everyone, my name is Emma . I would just like to tell people my story of having the Implanon and the side effects I have experienced during this time. I got my first implant 7 years ago.
My experiences with the implant have been awful! And this is the reason I would like to give people an idea of what it can do to your body to hopefully help people deciding whether the implant is for them or if people are experiencing symptoms like the ones I had, then it is most likely due to the implant and the doctors really don't have a clue, as I was told by my GP on several occasions "no it will not be the implant that is causing this, when in reality I knew it was" and when I had it removed it confirmed that I was right. So here is my story..

With the implant I gained so much weight which I have been unable to loose.

I bled heavily during sex and when I say heavily I mean it went everywhere!! And this was on every occasion during intercourse and when I explained to my GP, in her head there was no way it was the implant! And this was when I was not bleeding, which wasn't very often.. this really does affect your life, your sex life, and your relationships.

I bled almost all the time without a break, which makes you feel so uncomfortable and self conscious. I never had clean knickers!! I know, not nice.

My hormones have been everywhere since I I got the implant also  depression, anxiety etc.

Pain during Intercourse was a big issue while on the implant. I had so much pain that sometimes I could not have sex with my partner. Sometimes I would not lubricate myself which was also another symptom. Gp did not help with this either, apart from offer me lubricant!!

If I was not bleeding, I had dark browny discharge. Until having the implant removed I cannot remember the last time I wore white knickers.

There are so much more but these are the main symptoms I have experienced more recently. I had my implant removed on the 6/11/17 and when having it removed I was intimidated by the nurse who was removing it, she was very rude!! Anyway.. I stopped bleeding straight away. I started my period on the 10/11/17. Which lasted 4-5 days. I have never bled since, not even a spot!! Me and my partner can finally enjoy intercourse without the worry about me bleeding, or being sore. I can even wear WHITE knickers now and they stay WHITE!!!! ITS AMAZING!! I have never felt so happy! I was starting to doubt my body while on the implant. I thought, my body isn't normal, there's something wrong with me, at one point I thought I had cervical cancer due the the bleeding during sex. My whole life has changed since having the implant removed, I feel so much better and back to normal, whatever normal is..

I really hope that by sharing my experience, if I can even help one person I will be happy☺. Thank you for reading and if anyone would like to write to me in regards to this feel free to do so. Thank you."


"Have been on Nuvigil 150 for about a week for MS related fatigue. It gives me energy to stay awake but after 7 or 8 in the evening, I am beat.  Only problem is I don't sleep well and my appetite is nonexistent."


"Started the low dose for 10 days and now on the higher dose for 4 days now. Starting weight was 386 I'm 5'7 female and 54 yrs old, so now it's been 14 days and I weighed in at 372  this pill works you just have to focus and not eat.  Staying with low carb foods. Salads, egg white omelettes, strawberries. I am hypothyroidism but still can't use that as an excuse. I ate because I enjoyed food. Now I must eat smaller portions and really cut back. This pill has taken the edge off. The only side effect is I've been thirsty. I drink plenty of water so it's been controlled.  My doctor wanted me down 20 - 30 pounds in 3 months. I hope to do that in 2 months. Just stay focus. Study the course and you can succeed."


"I think this drug is great! It makes me a little sleepy, but it works wonders for me."


"I have been on this pill for exactly 1 year more for PMS. I have no previous birth control pill experience.  I have found it to be easy to transition on to, with very few negative side effects. The first month I felt only mildly nauseated.  I took this pill to help me with some of my more intense PMS symptoms.  It took about 2-3 months before I saw shorter lighter periods, less cramping, and fewer acne break outs. After around 10 months it seemed that my old PMS symptoms were returning with menstrual breakouts, cramps, irritability, etc. This pill works and overall there were no major issues, but I found that the positive side effects started to go away after awhile. So I'm switching to the higher estrogen dose for that reason only."


"12 hours, 140 mg."


"I had been using Cialis which worked for a boost for about four years, and in the fifth year even after taking a dose, I didn%u2019t have interest in sex.  My Doctor ran blood test and determined my T level was low. For the past 4 month I have used the 2.5 gram Androgel packs daily.  I generally feel better.  I have lost my belly flab.  My love interest is better although I still rely on the Cialis, but now I have total control of my orgasm.  I have lost testicle size, in fact, at times they will ascend into the inguinal canal until I push them back out.  In short this 64 year old would say that Androgel is a nice improvement."


"I used to have severely clogged pores as well as scarring from cysts but once I was prescribed this cream, it CLEARED EVERYTHING. When I first started using it, I found that it caused my skin to have extremely dry patches and they would flake up. It wasn't the worse thing in the world, but I would avoid talking to people close up. If you honestly want it to work, you need PATIENCE!!! The first 2 months, you'll notice just a lot of flaking of skin but after the 3rd month, my skin was clear and I had naturally clear complexion. I honestly never had such great confidence in my skin. I was able to stop wearing such heavy makeup foundation to cover up scars and moved onto bb creams or even nothing at all!! THE KEY IS PATIENCE!!!!!"


"I am completely happy with Armour thyroid medication which I use after oblation due to hyperactivity of my thyroid. I was on synthroid but my body wasn't able to convert T4 to T3. Once a thyroid patient you will always have slight fluctuations but overall I feel great!"


"Life is livable again. I have had no side effects. I stay very aware of the possibility for abuse so am very careful. I count my pills throughout the month and have to give a urine sample every couple months at the pain clinic. I have been on the same dose..60 mg every 12 hours for approx. 5 years. I cannot go back to life before I was placed on this medicine. There has been and always will be people who will abuse pain medicines and I can understand why doctors are so afraid to prescribe them but someone has to stand up and treat people like myself so we can get out of bed and face the day."


"I've been taking paxil and Trazadone and its been helping me to get through each day. My anxiety is down and I sleep well."


"I've been on this medication twice in the past two years. First I was on focalin then vyvanse for about five months till I found out I was pregnant. It helps me a lot. I can focus a lot better but sometimes its hard to tell what I'll be focusing on. Sometimes its cleaning or sometimes its researching a very unimportant subject online."


"I have been on saxenda for almost 4  months and lost 30 pounds! I am experiencing very little side effects. The only thing that I keep asking myself is once I reach my weight goal, what happens next? am I supposed to just stop the medication? What happens once we stop the medication? Im so afraid to gain the weight back... has anyone reached their goal and stopped the medication? Anyone can share their experience?"


"I'm a 48 year female with hypertension in the 160/95 - 190/100 range.  I am sensitive to a lot of medicines. The 5 mg of Bystolic fluctuated my Blood Pressure from 113/60 to 190/100 and it was never constant.  My heart rate also slowed to 42.  I had to pretty much drop my exercise routine due to the unpredictability.  I also had bouts of confusion, generally feeling removed from the things around, almost a surreal feeling.  After almost 3 weeks of it I am going off of it.  I can barely function in my job.  I was switched to Tekturna today and hope that the side effects are reduced and that I can function clear headed again.  It may be great for others but not for me."


"Male age 50, in good shape. I was prescribed this stuff for what I call "brain fog" which I was experiencing three to four times per month and lasted a minimum of 24 hours.  Also for attention span - which has been limited as of late. I am on 20mg once a day and graduated up from 5mg a day over 5 weeks. The 1st week I experienced some very slight dizziness and slight nausea. Nothing that I would describe as trying or difficult. At about week 3, I started to notice an increase in attention span. After 2 months, I have not had one brain fog episode. I have not noticed a change in mood, though I was not / am not depressed. I will say I am having some of the  best orgasms of my life - and I have been on wellbutrin which does not compare!"


"I've been taking Lithium for two years now for my bipolar- depression. It's good for stability but I don't feel like myself. I never cry, never smile, and I'm not as outgoing as I was. I feel like a machine. I can't drink. I always have to be tied down to my pill bottle. Next year I'm going to college, I feel so much older with this responsibility. Now I'm questioning if my stability is worth my freedom."


"After 10 years on SSRIs, my doctor switched me to Remeron. It works well for me for anxiety and depression. It does give me ridiculous levels of restless leg syndrome about an hour after I take it, but that's really the only bad side effect. It does not kill libido or cause delayed orgasm like Lexapro did for me. I think it's a good medicine and surprised that it isn't more of a first line medication. It does make you want to eat everything in sight, so you have to have willpower to control that urge but I am able to keep that in check."


"Spent over 2 years trying to find eye drops that I did not have a negative reaction to and at last these drops did the job without pain or redness."


"Been on diovan for at least three years, suffering many side effects: muscle pain, sudden hairloss and thinning, as well as intermittent tingling on the back of my head. I have also had weight gain,  problems with blood sugar and loss of erections.  I still have sexual desire but my erections aren't adequate. I have pain in my stomach which is increasing with time, sometimes kind of burning like an ulcer and coldness in my feet.  I have also started developing small lumps of fat under my skin and marks on my skin resembling age spots but are not. The pills are not having as good an effect on my blood pressure anymore. It went way up. I  just don't know what medicine to switch to."


"All Monistat products buuuuurn like fire. I'm 29 and I cried like a small child the last time I got a yeast infection because I remember what I went through taking Monistat. I talked to my OBGYN  who prescribed Terconazole. Heaven sent!!! A one night vaginal cream with NOOO BURN what so ever and safe for pregnant women. Hope this someone."


"Lyrica is great at taking away my pain due to fibromyalgia. However, the side effects from the medication and from detoxing are not worth it! I am 25 and  took Lyrica for at least 6 years. I experienced severe brain fog, difficulty breathing, cognitive difficulties n others while on this medication. I thought they were all due to my conditions, but after truly reflecting on my journey Lyrica surely hurt me more than it helped me. I have been off of the medication for about 3 weeks now. I did some research and learned that my detox period would be both difficult and long because 1, I took the medication for several years, I took a high dosage andi stopped the medicatiod cold turkey. It's getting easier for sure. The creator on my side!"


"Went on Methergine after being in the hospital and several years of changing preventive medicines, with migraines only getting worse and clustering longer. Once on the dose (had to go up 1 pill a day each week) had the best 2 months of my life. Month off - back to horrible. Back on - good month. Then this month have had a 10 day cluster. Doctor says change of weather (to winter), and other issues may be the cause. Not to give up."


"Awful. Went to A E and was prescribed these. Ended up back in hospital a week later because these hadn't even touched me. "


"Well I had my baby on June 17 and I want to get on birth control pills so I ask my on/gym for some so she prescribe me some pills so after my postpartum was up I was taking the pills for 12 white pills and it seem like every time I take it I be sick headache back pain feeling hot stomach pain and burning sensation in my side and back but I been feeling sick every since I'm going to stop taking this medication I already have two beautiful girl Santeria and Mariah and I don't want anymore just going to go to the doctor for a full check up cause my cycle is crazy one day I bleed a little then it turn Brown blood then it turn back red going to get check soon as possible it starting to worry me"


"I have suffered insomnia for many years and have tried numerous drugs on this list. Most of which failed to provide any relief.  After just one dose of Seroquel XR, I slept a full 8 hours, and even took a nap during the day.  My mood has changed, and I feel so much healthier now that I am able to get good, sound, NORMAL sleep.  Two thumbs up for Seroquel XR.  I highly recommend you discuss this drug with your physician if you are having CHRONIC trouble sleeping, NOT casual sleeping problems.  It has changed my life.  I hope this helps some other insomniacs out there who have been suffering for years, the way I had been.  BEST OF LUCK to all of you."


"Very fast acting. No BG spike after meal. If my A1C reacts as expected this is a life changer."


"I've been on Apri 28 for about two and a half months now, For about the first two weeks of starting it my stomach was so upset, I couldn't really eat much food. But it did go away. My breasts did get bigger and I gain a little weight but also I've been working out so I don't know if its Muscle gain or from the pill, Another thing is, My period either comes super early, like two weeks early or a week late. I know it's probably just my body not used to the pill and it won't follow the pills schedule until after 6 months of taking it, however my periods don't really hurt at all now. But I'm just sharing my journey so far in case anyone one else has been experiencing the same stuff."


"Easy quick to use, expensive but the best product available.  All insurance companies do not cover it which is very unfortunate."


"I've had horrible insomnia since I was a child. Diagnosed with severe sleep apnea a few years ago.  Ambien is not the holy grail.  You build up a tolerance over the years but 12.5 is as high as most doctors will go ) from 10, 8 years ago).  Pluses for Ambien - it will put you to sleep; no half-life so no grogginess in the morning.  Minuses- it will put you to sleep but generally not keep you asleep.  Thus the waking up wide awake at 3 a.m.  There is now intermezzo - and sublingual 3.5 dose of Ambien meant for  this problem - works for me 50% of the time- otherwise I just stay up.  Another minus - if you take Ambien on a full stomach IT WILL NOT WORK. I generally eat before 5 and allow 5 hours before I take it.  But in all - a savior!"


"This has saved my life. I was on Levothyroxine for 8 years, and it didn't help my fatigue, pain, insomnia, or weight. I've been on WP thyroid for 5 month and have lost 36 pounds and am no longer at risk for diabetes, and feel like a new person. I still struggle with depression and anxiety, but I feel this medication is amazing."


"I had a torn PCL,  and developed early arthritis on my right knee.  Very painful,  Swollen, could not bend my knee,  can't bear weight on that knee. Had 3 shots of Euflexia in October of last year,  since then, I have been pain free. No swelling.  The drug is good."


"I have been on yaz for 8 months, the first 5 months were great, but now im having my period for 3 weeks per month. It goes away the first week of my pills and comes back 2nd week... time to switch. I had zero breakouts and i lost 10 pounds that was great though"


"I've been on Lutera for about 4 years now and its been pretty good! No huge complaints at all here! My breasts definitely got bigger but besides that not much weight gain as others have mentioned. I do have mood swings ever since I started Lutera but I mostly just cry easier when I'm PMSing and that's it. As for effectiveness it works great and I pretty much have my period down to the hour at which I know it will start. If you take the pill as instructed, it works great!"


"I have yearly EGD/FLEXSIG scopes and the only problem I have ever had with propafol is it makes my bowls run off for about 4 hours after waking, I don't have a colon
(have a J-pouch ) and it causes skin breakdown due to my bowls being so acidic."


"A highly qualified neurologist and headache specialist gave our 13 year old daughter this medication and within 48 she had lost circulation below the injection site in both legs and was pre-gangrenous. Two weeks in intensive care followed, reversing -- thank God-- this unmentioned side effect. She learned to walk again but never regained full function of her big toes.  beware of ergotamines!"


"I just got my skyla in. Now I'm a 15 year old girl. It hurt getting put in. But the side effects of constant nausea and cramping is the worst. But my mom said it'll get better, just give it time. I need tips for how to get rid of the cramping because I'm having trouble sleeping now and nothing is working."


"Do these SSRI's actually work for anxiety? I have tried a few over the last year with little success and horrible side effects. I took Zoloft 100mg for 3 months and noticed a very slight decrease in anxiety. As with all SSRI's I had the standard intolerable side effects including: Loss of emotions, loss of sex drive, decreased motivation, etc... I don't think SSRI's should be the 1st line of medication as personally none of them worked for me and all had intolerable side effects."


"Before taking this I was so anxious all the time I was angry and short tempered. I had panic attacks slight depression and irrational fears. I started at 50mg and am now 100mg. I've been on this for a little more than a month. I've had every side effect there is plus I seem to gag all the time for no reason but mentally it's a night and day difference. After about 3 weeks all the side effects went away. I feel like a better person and wife all around."


"I was given this drug in 2009 in a effort to control AFib.  I was on it one month and it did nothing to help the AFib.  Following a cardiac ablation in 2015, I developed random, but frequent PAC (premature atrial contraction)/PVC (Premature ventricular complex)  activity.  My EP suggested the use of this drug to eliminate these events.  I have been on the drug for approximately 3 weeks, initially on 200MG 2 times per day.  Following about 10 days, and no improvement the dosage was increased to 400MG 2 times per day.  The events continue at about the same frequency and still random, however the intensity of the events seems to be lessened."


"I have been taking this for not only general anxiety but also for social anxiety, panic, and depression. My head must have needed this because I noticed a euphoric feeling after taking my first 10mg dose; within 15 minutes. Of course it won't get rid of the problems that plague you. But on a strictly how your head feels basis, for me this is a great medicine. I can relate to horror stories as I experienced those with Zoloft. Paxil makes me a little more comfortable in social settings and improves the quality of life in general. I'm a guy and it does diminish libido but I have managed to accept that."


"My night terrors were getting out of control and have mainly disappeared since I started on Clonazepam. I take .5mgs at night only."


"Before I took Zyprexa I was hallucinating due to lack of sleep and exhaustion. While I was hospitalized I denied my medication and wouldn't take it but as soon as I took Zyprexa and Remeron my sleep got better. I stopped hallucinating & hearing things. Thanks to my medication I haven't been hospitalized for psychosis since I've been given Zyprexa."


"I read all the bad reviews n all but everybody is different. I got mine today july 31 and I am on my period so huge plus it makes cervix little loose n  makes device easier to go in due to blood flow.I  am a Chicken on pain or blood. But no pain I felt something clamped no pain it's just like a pap smear. I did feel some pressure on cervix but it was bearable no pain. After he was done the whole meltdown came down I stood up I felt dizzy lightheaded and weak and I saw black spots n boom I was passing out. Glad I laid down. I was sweating like crazy eyes rolling back mumbling Nurse practitioner brought fan n mins later I was fine. But I always get like that when I go 2 dr office. Its normal for me I panic n anxiety hits after not before."


"The medicine was wonderful up until 7 months after I stopped taking the medicines (6 month treatment).  The acne came back full blown after the seven months of being off the medication.  My dermatologist said we should not try the medicine again because the cystic acne must be hormonal.  No one told me prior too taking the medicine that if it were hormonal the medicines would not work.  "


"I was prescribed this for periol dermatitis and skin infection.  My whole head feels so much clearer and inflammation in my body that I didn't know I had ( due to a shoulder injury) I have lost all inflammation and I've gone down a pant size. I use to have to take omeprazole for stomach acid. After 3 days my insides opened up and no more omeprazole OR MY ANXIETY meds.  I believe in this medication. It helps with everything."


"This medication is GREAT! It really helped my frequent migraines from 15  a month down to maybe 4-5. There's an issue with my neck, still to be determined, and it apparently causes a lot of tension in my upper back, shoulder, neck, and even head. I initially had a little drowsiness with this medication; still less than baclofen and tizanidine. I kept on taking it and now I take 3-4 doses a day with no problems. I don't even notice I'm taking it! As a side note, I have RSD/CRPS in my shoulder and take Oxycontin and oxycodone regularly. I really like the Lorzone because it does NOT intensify the drowsiness that sometimes can occur with narcotics. I'm not sure if that's normal in all people, or if I've built up a tolerance over a year."


"I had IBS so bad I was living on 8 Imodium a day, just to be able to function. Any less than 8 tablets, and I would be on the toilet all day. I even switched from working days to working a low stress night job as a caregiver because my stomach was calmer at night. I also had really bad migraines. I was averaging 12-15 migraine days a month. Finally, I went to the doctor and told him about both of my problems. He suggested amitriptyline to control both issues. Within a month I could tell a major difference. I've been taking 50 mg every night for about 2 years now. My stomach still gets mildly sensitive occasionally. But I rarely get diarrhea and never have to take Imodium anymore. My migraines are down to about 4 or 5 a month."


"I get anxiety attacks with nausea (GAD diagnosed) and use half a .25 tablet during an attack. I'm pretty drug sensitive and also leery of overuse. I'm way under recommended dosage of one full .25 tab every six hours, but it takes the edge off my rushing thoughts of worry at half of one every 12-16 hours as needed.

I was without anxiety attacks for 7 years and had a very old prescription that I used when my attacks returned. FDA has to list an expiration date but 80-90% of the drug was still active."


"Had the Mirena IUD inserted today. I had a mild cramp or two when it was inserted, and some light bleeding, but  Other than that it was no more uncomfortable than a pap test. I did some slow deep breathing during the procedure that seemed to relax me.  It was covered by my insurance and since I already have 3 children and am pretty sure we are done having kids this was my best option."


"I'm taking this due to ear and sinus infection and swollen lymph nodes. I'm allergic to penicillin, so doctor gave me these. Seems to be working on infection, but slowly. I have to take 500mg 2xs a day. It gives me terrible stomach cramps and pain, but after I eat, the pain goes away. I'm just very lazy, tired and my brain is cloudy. Don't feel myself. Not sure if its due to my illness or the medicine. Drinks a lot of water. Hope you feel better!"


"Didn't make my bladder infection go away, it hid all of the symptoms however when the prescription was done my infection was still there. I ended up on different antibiotics for 2 weeks."


"This was prescribed to me for anxiety and to help me sleep. It helped for a few days, but I would only get a good 4 hours before I would wake up and it did nothing for on set anxiety meaning I still couldn't go out and do things. I just felt tired all of the time. When I would wake up after taking it, my nose, throat and chest would be so dry I would have to drink a gallon of water.

I think this is what Doctor's give you when they don't trust giving you something that actually works."


"Amazing. I went through 3 months of antibiotics and steroids. I took this for 3 days and I was cured!"


"I got the Nexplanon October 2014 and I could say that for the most part it works. I get my periods about every 2-3 months but the cramps are horribly painful. What I do not like is that I have gained 60-70 lbs since I've gotten it. I'm considering taking it out or just keeping it until the 3 years are up. I really don't like how much weight I've gained from it."


"After 10 years of taking OXY-HYDROCODONE for pain for a condition that I still have and they still prescribe me this meds, but since I have been taking them for so long us the users taking them legally or not after a while our body gets immune to them that the dose that the doc says to take every 4-6 hrs it doesn't have the same effect anymore so what do we do we take more. So as the year was coming to an end I decided to start the new one opiate free so here I am I haven't taken any opiates this year and I feel good, different it's been so long that I forgot what a normal life feels like but to tell you the truth I feel awesome and it's all because I decided to take Subutex to end this once and for all and it's doing a good job...magic pill."


"I had two drastically different experiences with this BC. The first time was to regulate my periods because I was bleeding for 19 days a month for several months straight. Within 8-9 months, it did the job. Flash forward 4-5 years with very normal periods, and I got on Lolo for birth control. My normal periods went back to bleeding 19 days a month! I thought my body just needed to get used to it, but after 6 months, I had enough. It made me so moody that I cried nearly everyday. It was my husband who actually suggested I stop taking it because it was affecting our relationship so much. I'm not sure how or why this experience was so different from the first, but it's made me scared to try any kind of hormonal birth control again"


"Do not I repeat do not get this shot... this is my 3rd round and it has only got worse... I heard it was supposed to get better with time..first time I got it  & I bled for 2 weeks..  spotted in between.. second time I bled for a month... this time I have started bleeding and it hasn't stopped here in a few days it will make 3 months..."


Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease

"I took this for undiagnosed non specific mixed connective tissue myalgia type issues and it made the roof of my mouth and teeth ache. I stopped and the ache went away. I restarted and the ache came back after a couple of days. Went like this back and forth and it was definitely the medicine. Also I started to feel worse while taking it. It could be that the weather is getting colder and that always makes me feel worse. but we decided I couldn't tolerate an increase in dosage which was what would have been next on the treatment plan so we moved on to something else. Still searching."


"This norepinephrine dominant SNRI has helped tremendously with my depression. It has given me increased energy and focus without sleep disturbance. So far, no significant sexual side effects (will post later if this changes.) Currently at 40 mg; may go up to 80 mg in preparation for seasonal mood worsening. I do believe the medication is also helping me with mild-to-moderate age-related aches and pains. Overall, very satisfied!! PS. No side effects for me; or I'm interpreting the side effects as positive, i.e. increased focus and energy, yet that's what these meds are supposed to do. Maybe someone else might interpret the energy and focus as anxiety."


"My husband just completed a 3 year study. He had significant improvement. He was able to read several new lines on the eye chart. Initially when we started we had only hoped to stabilize and prevent further loss of vision. It was a blessing to have so much improvement. The shots do hurt and sometimes cause a very bloodshot eye, better that though than vision loss caused by laser treatment."


"DO NOT RECOMMEND!! Please do not get this implant in your arm! I got the Nexoplanon implanted in my arm on the 13th of June. On the next day when we went out to celebrate my brother's birthday, I experienced very severe mood swings. There was no reason, and overall would have been a happy day if it wasn't shooting hormones into my system very rapidly. The day after that the mood swings became more extreme, and was scaring my family a bit. I did get used to it and acted normal after a couple of weeks.

This ain't the big issue. Here it is: My period has not stopped.

It is now July, and it won't cut. Extremely irregular with amount as well. Spoke to a coworker, and found that she had a negative experience as well. Her period lasted a year."


"In May I was prescribed orlistat because I was at a weight of 24st 4lb. I have taken orlistat with most meals but have forgotten to take it on a few occasions, at the same time I started walking as well and have built up my walking to around 2 hours a day, now in October I am down to 18st 9lb, I have gone down 2 clothes sizes and I still have a long way to go but a weight loss of 5st 9lb in 5 months is not to be sniffed at and I think proves that orlistat does work when taken sensibly, but if you are going to take it and assume that you can continue in your old diet and exercise routine then you are going to have very limited success, the medicine is a slimming aid not a miracle cure."


"I had a not-so-great experience. I used to take Miralax, but it caused me problems and I was taken off it. Within 2 days I was constipated again, and Dulcolax was prescribed. It was prescribed by my doctor, 2 pills were taken 6-8pm for 4 nights, as instructed.

I suffered, to say the least. Horrible cramps that came and went, and the first time I had a BM I thought I was about to die. I was constantly within 15 feet of a bathroom and often got hungry (due to being emptied out, I suppose), but felt rather sick and couldn't eat much. Whenever I ate, I often had to go a few hours afterwards, and the cramps persisted.

Effective? Yes. Gentle? No way. It worked, but if you're going to use it, clear out your schedule in case of side effects."


"I had a reaction to cetirizine, racing heart rate and restless. Probably the povidone in it. This was a Member's Mark product purchased at Sam's Club and made in India. Why are they putting povidone in it with the large numbers of people allergic to iodine?? "


"It makes me feel full and a bit depressed...but I do enjoy doing all my work and making good grades."


"This is update to my original comment in late January earlier this year.  Still taking 20 mg daily.  Still feeling great.  Been on 6 months.  Its really amazing.  Sadness (depression) completely gone.  General anxiety gone.  When situational stress occurs it feels lesser and tolerable.  The truth is the medicine blocks emotional or physcological pain.  It probably blocks super emotional highs also but its an easy trade.  Side effects are appetite increase (because you are happy and not anxious) occasional night sweats sleeping, delayed orgasm but good if you had premature orgasm issue.  This med is wonderful and no need to suffer emotional pain forever.  Live happy today."


"Took one tablet at around half six as it is my prom tomorrow and I hadn't been in over a week and was beginning to become depressed again. It is now 11:15pm and I have just went finally. Extreme cramping ten minutes before hand, on the same scale as servere period pains and it feels although I may have ripped something internally as when I went I felt a stabbing pain on my lower left side of my tummy. Cramps are easing now but please do yourself a favour and take ONE tablet and drink over THREE glasses of water at least to ease everything. It should start working in around six hours if you do it right. No diarrhoea or vomiting but I feel a little faint. I'll update if I get worse, so if I don't update just assume it all goes fine "


"I switched from Junel Fe to Aviane because Junel made me break out. While my skin was flawless on Aviane for the 4 days I took it, I had severe mood swings. I would wake up angry and nauseous and cry almost three times a day for no reason at all. I had the same reaction to Plan B, and the progestin used in that is the same in Aviane. After 4 days on this medicine I switched back to Junel, and I've been happy ever since! Lesson: don't switch birth control if acne is your only complaint. Stay with the medicine you have the least amount of side effects with."


"Doctor says her tumor that was about 95% removed has been shrinking. Thanks to the medicine for saving my moms life one by one. Don't stop fighting people with this brain tumor as well. "


"20 yo female. I had my first dose at 50mg this morning. After battling depression and anxiety for about 3 years, I made the choice to start meds when it became too much to bear. What I can tell you about my day is that it's been an experience! Feeling foggy, dizzy, slightly nauseous. The strangest side effects were the extreme hour long high, fidgeting, and a huge compulsion to clench my jaw/grind my teeth. Regardless of the side effects (remembering it is only day one) I have felt not only happiness, but joy, comfort, and decreased anxiety. Before today I can't remember the last time I had a good laugh. "


"Have taken 10mg Topamax for 4 months, I thought I had found a preventative but after 3 months my hair was shedding more then usual. Thought I was stressed out and overwhelmed with small kiddos and hubby deployed, my dermatologist didn't see anything very serious, like alopecia, so I continued. I began taking biotin and vitamins, but hair still kept coming out and scalp was starting to show more. I stopped completely and only lasted 4 days before a migraine wanted to come on. Luckily I took a rizatriptan in time to fight it off. Topamax worked beside the side effects of hair loss, forgetfulness, some leg cramps. Has anyone had any luck with another migraine preventative?"


"So I've been taking this pill for 2 months and I'm torn. First off, I haven't gained any weight and I'm not pregnant which is good. The cons are my moods are heightened. I'm way more emotional and get annoyed/mad a lot easier and this started right away. My period lasted for a whole week last time and although it wasn't heavy I still had cramps. Also, when I'm on my period I get nauseous and I'm not sure if that's from the birth control or just me being on my period. My boobs have grown which is another pro, but my acne has actually gotten worse. If my acne doesn't clear up by the third month I think I'm going to switch because I really want clear skin... I had mild side effects- increase appetite, some cramps and mild nausea."


"I was taking Seasonique and my doctor switched me over to LoSeasonique because I was still having periods that lasted 7-8 days. I have been on LoSeasonique for 7 weeks now and have been bleeding off and on since I started. My face has broken out on several occasions. This is really getting old and I am going to stop this birth control and switch back to just Seasonique."


"Diagnosed in 2010 at 46yo - I have been using Mirapex Er .75 1x day for several years with minimal issues/problems - It can have a lot of side effects so it is not for everybody.  Ok.. so I've seen a few ghosts along the way... (at the time was at a higher dose of 1.25mg per day) - I haven't seen any since lowering the dose to the current .75 level.

Although you can get the fast acting non ER version - you really need the ER version to keep it in your system longer to receive the benefit of it.  For me it helps to minimize the cramping I get in my right foot.

My insurance will not cover this drug.  I ran across this Mirapex assistance site (Eagle Pharmacy / Lakeland FL) where I can get Mirapex ER for $30 a month without insurance."


"Although I have been on this birth control for less than a week, I'm already seeing results! I have had acne for years, and it wasn't until I started birth control when I noticed how much it has been helping my skin. I have been told I look thinner, but I'm not sure if that's just from exercising.  I have had strange back pains, as if it was period cramps, but other than that, I've had no side effects.  Great first medicine to be on, and I recommend it to anyone first trying out birth control!"


"I'm a very young adult and was in therapy for years from Post traumatic stress disorder from childhood that caused other problems I have now which include anxiety, panic, depression, attachment disorders and fear of abandonment, and most importantly borderline personality disorder. My psychologist and I experimented with a few different antidepressants such as Celexa and Abilify, but Zoloft was my favorite. It was good for me because I no longer had any anxiety attacks causing me to faint over things I couldn't control. When something did happen that would normally make me anxious or panicky, it was a significantly reduced reaction. That was also the bad thing, I almost got in an accident because I was numbed to any emotion, including awareness. I became lazy."


"I took this drug for approximately 5 days. I experienced headache, nauseousiness, diarrhea, dizziness,  EXTREME fatigue, insomnia. Stopped taking it so wasted $80"


"This (Lyrica) has been the best option I have tried.  It did not make me drowsy and made long days of standing and walking on my bad foot almost unnoticeable."


"I got diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome 5 years ago. The doctor put me on many different pills which made me sick to my stomach. Then he put me on phendimetrazine. I take one when I wake up and one around 3pm. It has helped me have the energy I need to enjoy life. I was always so tired and didn't know what I was going to do. I am so thankful for this medicine.  I have had no side effects except for dry mouth sometimes. I drink more water and chew sugar free gum to help. I don't take this for diet. I'm 34 and 5'6 weighing 134. I've maintained this size for 5 years now, give or take a few lbs. It really helps for energy."


"I Have been on a million different medications through out my life for my bipolar disorder and nothing seemed to be working. After 2 days of being on Pristiq MY WHOLE LIFE changed. I have only been on it for a short time now but I am a whole new happy person. I feel like me again. THANK YOU PRISTIQ!"


"Yes, the Ortho Evra was effective, but it made me feel absolutely horrible.
I faced terrible depression and would cry for essentially no reason, I became hostile and irritable to even my best friend, and didn't even feel like myself. I experienced issues with anxiety, including anxiety attacks and a sense of uneasiness when in public places. I can't recall ever feeling worse about myself."


"I got this thing out of my arm today. I made an emergency appointment at family planning to get it out ASAP.  I had extremely irregular periods and stomach pain. I had insane mood swings and no sex drive at all. How my husband is still with me, Idk. The past few weeks I have felt really sick, went to walk in care because I was passing out (3x). All tests came back normal.  I have been extremely nauseous, dizzy, ears ringing, headaches, convulsions, and full blown panic attacks. I have NEVER felt anything like this. So glad it is out."


"After using Synvisc for years, I tried Synvisc-One this week. The process of Synvisc was somewhat painful and I walked away with minimal pain. Synvisc-One was excruciating. For the first time, the injections (one in each knee) were incredibly painful. I sat for 20 minutes in the exam room working up the nerve to walk to the waiting room. Then I took 30 minutes to work up the nerve to walk the 35 yards to the car. After 3 days, I am starting to walk again without severe pain. This was the first time I had it, and in 6 or 8 months I'll do it again. Just know it is a bigger syringe, a bigger dose, and a much bigger needle. In the end, I believe it to be a good cushion for my knees, and will be longer lasting."


"I stopped taking effexor after being on it for five years. Worked great but it was keeping me up at night, had to skip a dose to have a decent sleep. So I reduced to the lowest dosage before completely going off with the help of my doctor, in the hopes I didn't need anti depressants anymore. Was ok for a few weeks and boom, super depressed, suicidal, the works. So I was prescribed wellbutrin and mirtazepine for sleep. The wellbutrin worked right away and mirtazepine was great for sleep. But it only worked well for a few months. Started redeveloping social anxiety, panic attacks, fits of rage, suicidal thoughts and all that fun stuff. I went to a new doctor and he basically told me that wellbutrin isn't good for anxiety lol. Good to know!"


"This helps you sleep alright, but I would hallucinate before I finally feel asleep.  I would do as I was told - take it when I was in bed ready to go to sleep.  One night everything turned a soft pink color and I swore my cat was urgently trying to tell me something.  Another night I thought my then roommate had a party in the living room after I went to bed.  I have friends who take it and do things like make phone calls they don't remember and even cook and eat food.  I don't recommend it."


"Just started taking medication, 50mg the first really good nights sleep in a long time.  I have been reading about all of the side effects and am concerned as I am taking some of the medicines that counteract with this medicine and it seems all the side effects that are listed are the ones I'm trying to get rid of.  It's worth a try, will let you know how it turns out."


"I had a "nervous breakdown" in November of 2009 and ended up in a psych hospital where I was promptly given Seroquel among other medicines. The Seroquel was amazing. I felt like someone switched the on button in my brain and I finally woke up. When I got out of the hospital and sought out a new psychiatrist for treatment, he took me off of the Seroquel because I am diabetic. After a year of unsuccessful treatment with other medicines, I begged to be put back on the Seroquel because the depression was unbearable, and I wasn't responding to other medicines. So he agreed and once again that switch has been flipped on and I feel "normal"! I am only on 300mg. I have to take it early because it knocks me out. In the morning I am very dizzy and have slurred speech."


"This is one of the most under rated drugs for depression.  I found it myself and every time I mention it to a new doctor, they have never heard of it.  I am afraid they will someday stop making it, which would be a tragedy. It saved my life--multiple times--when NOTHING else worked.  I'd had every SSRI in the book thrown at me (because, OF COURSE if one doesn't work, SURELY another of the same type will).  No weight gain--actual loss. Pulls me out of suicidal despair within a few hours. I still have a bottle for emergencies.  For me, however, as a longterm treatment, it would start making me apathetic--not lethargic, just kind of nonchalant. After 3 days on it, I would want to quit my job. Fast acting, low side effects, mildly energizing."


"I started Cymbalta for major depression and suicidal ideation (no plan).  It worked.  Took as much as 90mg at my high point.  I"m now tapering down to 30 mg.  Going from 3 pills a day to 1 pill a week is hard but manageable.  But the side effects for this drug are real.  Dizziness, blurry vision, constipation to runs.  I would say for me, I could work through them because I wanted to live.  The tapering has started aura migraines which are close to unbearable but I get through it.  I say close because I almost felt like going to the ER once.  I've slept 2 days straight trying to overcome an aura migraine.  No light, sound, food, or blankets.  If you were in my place over a year ago, taking Cymbalta would have been a no brainer."


"It will knock you out unlike any other medication out there but it will also make you gain a ton of weight."


"I was taking Diclofenac-Mistrust 75-200 TB twice daily. It caused me to have gastritis so severe that I thought I would die. Had to stop taking it and begin another medication for my stomach. Don't like it at all"


"I was on vesicare for over a year and didn't feel much relief. When my Doctor changed me to Enablex I got immediate results without the annoying dry mouth symptoms. Been on this medication for 2 years and I love it!"


"I'm 56 with dry eyes since my 20s. Eyes always red like I've been crying. Been using moisture drops for 30 years. Had a reaction to the preservative in the drops, switched to preservative free Retain, only at Walgreens, $23 for 30 vials. Helpful, not a cure, used them 6 to 8 times/day. When waking, eyes were always painfully dry. Tried EVERYTHING.

Last month I started on Xiidra. Helps a little, when I wake I actually make a bit of tears. Eyes are still very red and irritated. Taste no problem, burns/itches a few minutes after applying, but goes away. Still use moisture drops but not as often. Retail $585/mon, but Xiidra coupon for 1st mon free and $10/mon for as long as I use them. Wouldn't use if had to pay full."


"Two years on depo... I have been combatting depression, fatigue, and vaginal dryness since my third shot hoping that I could overcome them or being in denial that is was from the shot, but it's definitely a side effect of the birth control. Though the shot is convenient, with no periods and strong hair and nails, I totally feel like I've been through menopause and am an old lady with NO sex drive. Switching to the patch in December, wish me luck."


"I get severe hiccups. This works!"


"This drug is a wonderful addition to the list of drugs available for use for my condition. The Chemical engineer of this drug is a genius. The drug has worked beautifully."


"Metformin and Glipizide weren't working well enough to keep my blood sugar in control. My doctor added Starlix at meals and that seemed to help some but still didn't produce the desired results. As a last resort to beginning insulin, he prescribed Januvia. Wow! What a difference. My morning readings dropped from the 170s into the 80-90 range within a week or two. Only negative side effect is occasional constipation, but nothing I can't deal with. Have been taking Januvia for about four months and one positive benefit I've noticed is a decrease in cravings or appetite in the evenings (the worst time of the day for me)."


"Norvasc worked fantastic for about a year then I started experiencing muscle twitching and cramps that got worse and worse. I have been trying to switch to another medicine and haven't had much luck. I pray I can find a medicine as good as Norvasc. I can tell you that numerous blood tests have been run and while this medicine MAY cause cramps, my blood sugar, cholesterol, liver panel, metabolic panel, CBC, creatinine, etc. are all perfect! I have a lot of faith to the fact that this medicine will not harm you other than possibly muscle cramps or fluid retention. I experienced no fluid retention BUT I exercise."


"Indomethacin really works good for me. I got pain relief in about two hours. The swelling did take quite some time to subside. I didn't experience any side effects. I took med with food and had a bowl of oatmeal every day for the fiber to help with diarrhea and it helps coat the stomach to reduce uneasy stomach feelings. One banana, orange, and apple throughout the day  really helped me. Colchicine is a miracle medicine for gout. If you can get your hands on some it works twice as fast as indomethacin but the side effects are horrible. Everyones body chemistry is different but for me indomethacin is my medicine of choice for gout. I found what food is needed to get back to normal.  Just have to continue eating good to stay normal."


"I have been on Errin norethindrone tablets for almost five months now and have liked it a lot more than regular birth control tablets.  I gained a lot of weight on birth control with estrogen and have not on Errin, which I liked. But, it has not helped acne like my old birth control.  I also haven't had a period since the first week I took Errin, which is somewhat concerning, but I'm not pregnant, so I assume it is just my body getting used to the medication.  Errin has not effected my mood or mentality."


"I'm 30 years old. I've been dealing with low Testosterone for over 3 years. I've found a doctor that has finally put me on this medication I been on it for four hours and cannot believe how I feel already. I have erectile dysfunction issues for the last year and it is working like it is brand-new again and it's only been four hours. So far amazing start."


"I was prescribed Tamiflu within 12 hours of first flu symptoms. It worked great for the first 2 days. By the third day my symptoms were back with a vengeance. I am now on day 5 and still getting worse.  It's as if the Tamiflu only delayed my symptoms and made them even worse. I wish I did not take it."


"I love it I never felt this happy I will tell anybody to get on it I am calmer then ever and talkative but that's ok! I'm over the throwing up part thank God. But I love love love it!"


"I feel as though Vyvanse allows me to not feel the ups and downs. I don't always have to be doing something but I am concentrated and alert to what I have to do. I started taking vyvanse for the past year and a half and I went from a B student to a 4.0, international student."


"I've just started this and have been on it for a total of one week. I'm having unbearable side effects even though I'm following doctor orders, and constantly praying they'll go away eventually."


"I have Achilles tendonitis and this does not relieve the pain too much."


"Have been on the meds for 5 days now it has made me feel tired, dizzy and I have a pain in the heart area, this is nothing to do with the heart as I have had another few ECGs to check this pain. They don't think it's related but its strange that I have only started this medication and this happens. But will be sticking with it."


"I was on Lexapro for about 6 months before my doctor switched me to Wellbutrin due to weight gain and sexual side effects. I experienced intense headaches for the first few days, and dry mouth for the first 2 weeks. Both have since gone away. I have also lost 11 pounds in one month, which brings me just below my pre-Lexapro weight. I would attribute much of this to the reduction in appetite I have experienced with wellbutrin, as well as increased metabolism. My anxiety is under control and I feel great!"


"This drug was a nightmare for me. I have Mood Regulation Disorde. I was totally anxiety ridden one minute and hiding in my closet crying the next. Tired as heck one minute then hyper and crazy the next. I have never had mood swings this severe in my life. This medication also gave me tons of other physical symptoms such as high blood pressure, nausea, and a general feeling of being happy and sad at the same time. I've tried a ton of meds, and this is the worst one to date.

Also, it should be noted, if your sensitive to weight gain, the trials on the drug did show 1-2 lbs gained in 3 weeks. So you might want to watch out for that."


"My daughter was diagnosed with ADD about 2 years ago and has been on this medicine ever since. I truly feel this has been our "miracle" drug for her. She never had behavior issues, she just couldn't focus at home or school. Since starting this medicine, her grades have come up and she is able to focus on anything she wants to. We had to struggle with headaches in the beginning, but now she is fine. We also have the no appetite issue with her, so she drinks PediaSure for that. Thank you Metadate for helping my child."


"I broke my ankle in 4 places.  I was given an injection of this in the ER so they could do a closed reduction of my fracture.  Despite being given 4 shots total, I didn't get any relief."


"Hydroxyzine has been a miracle for my anxiety.  I was having chest pain so bad I couldn't breathe.  Problems with my heart were ruled out and I was prescribed this medication.  It helps me relax but doesn't make me groggy at all.  I can still work and function in life.  I also tend to get car sick so a positive side effect was that it helps with nausea.  It also isn't addictive.  My doctor said it could have side effects such as dry mouth, urinary retention, or blurred vision, but I have not experienced any of these side effects."


"After I had my baby my Dr. Suggest that I get on birth control the depot is earlier to take 1 every 3 months. So I decided 2 go with that birth control method. I got the depot shot Sept 6th 2015 come Oct I get on my period it's an irregular period I usually bleed for 3 to 4 days. Now I bleed heavier & longer it's been 8 days & counting. I'm not due Dec 6th for another shot. I'm definitely not continuing this depot shot. I been depressed, very emotional moody and my attitude has changed since I been on this shot. I constantly argue with my boyfriend. This shot have a lot of bad side effects but I haven't been feeling like my normal self since I been on this shot. I wouldn't recommend this shot 2 anyone please go with other options???"


"Used Genteal eye drops for about 12 years for dry eyes and had fairly good results but the last bottle of eye drops was useless.  Thought I had an eye infection so went to the doctors and it was just extremely dry eyes. Had used the drops 3 times a day as usual but just made the eyes dryer. Is there are faulty batch out?   3623   expires 01 2019 is on this bottle. Thanks for reading.   Ann   PS. My time on this bottle was less than 1 month."


"I was on Qsymia to help me drop the last 30 pounds of weigh I was trying to loose but was having trouble.  It did control my hunger pangs but overall in the one month I took the medicine I only lost 8 pounds.  I continued my exercising and watching my calorie intake but for weight loss, it did not help me.  I actually had major depression and mood swings.  I was angry and short tempered.  I have been off the medicine now for 5 days and I am beginning to feel like myself again.  I personally would not recommend this medicine.  Increase your exercise and lower your calorie intake.  That worked for me when I lost my first 50 pounds which I have not gained back in over 2 years.  I just wish I could take off 30 more."


"I started taking methadone for degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, herniated an ruptured disks and Crohn's disease when other pain medicines stopped working for me. It worked great for me from the start. It is an around the clock relief as long as you find the right dosage. I'm starting to not get the same relief I was and think it's time for a dose change or a possible breakthrough pain medicine needs to be added. I also take Neurontin to help my nerve pain."


"In 6th grade, I had horrible acne. I went to the dermatologist and he prescribed some kind of face wash. I don't Remember what it was, but it stunk and it was very strong. It helped combined with Epiduo, but it peeled my skin off. My acne cleared up very well AFTER stopping it, but in my freshman year in high school, I broke out HORRIBLY.. worse than ever. I went to my family doctor and he sent me back to the dermatologist and the dermatologist said I had a very bad case of cystic acne. My doctor prescribed Doxycycline and within about 2 weeks, my skin showed tremendous improvement. By a month, my skin was so smooth. I tried everything and nothing worked. I'm a junior in high school now and I'm still on it and very happy. "


"I had a sinus infection and was prescribed prednisone, erythrocin and albuterol all together. After my first treatment of only antibiotics - it did not do the job.  Not really sure what each of them are responsible for EXACTLY.  Erythromycin is the antibiotic and albuterol is for opening air tight passageways in the lungs that caused wheezing [asmathic reaction due to the sinus infection]. The prednisone, while I don't like the idea of taking a steroid, did a good job of helping to recover.  The only side effect I noticed was an increase in appetite."


"I was prescribed Vicodin 5/500 because my wisdom tooth is erupting and I'm waiting for the surgery on Wednesday.  I was in severe pain for two days before consulting a doctor because Advil would hardly take the edge off.
Vicodin takes almost all the pain away and makes it possible to swallow FINALLY. "


"I have been on this medicine for two months.  I have had one attack since I started.  I do feel a little tired and weak but no other side effects."


"Before I took Zyprexa I was hallucinating due to lack of sleep and exhaustion. While I was hospitalized I denied my medication and wouldn't take it but as soon as I took Zyprexa and Remeron my sleep got better. I stopped hallucinating & hearing things. Thanks to my medication I haven't been hospitalized for psychosis since I've been given Zyprexa."


"I HATE this Birth Control! I was on a different kind that my body finally adjusted to when all of a sudden the pharmacy I went to switched me to this without any warning. I was upset! They claimed that it has the same ingredients. I'm almost In my 3rd month of taking it and I get dizzy, weak, tired and nauseous. I hate it so much! I also feel irritated and a lot of anxiety. I never had these side affects. I will be getting off of this. It's horrible and makes life miserable."


"Absolute best antibiotic I've ever used! I was feeling better within 2 days. No side effects. I've used it for both a UTI and Sinus Infection. Worked amazingly both times. I have a sensitive stomach and usually hate taking medication. But this stuff really works."


"My husband has been prescribed some kind of pain killer since the age of 11 due to football injuries as well as several auto accidents. Seventy-two broken bones throughout his life. About 9 years ago a pain management doctor prescribed him Oxycontin, and it has changed his life for the good as well as creating some unfortunate disadvantages. The withdrawl is horrible for him, but after a bilateral knee replacement, it definitely improved the quality of both of our lives. He is much more active than before, and can do so many things that I had to do for him in the past. So with proper management by doctors it has definitely proved to be a God-send."


"It created a multitude of stomach problems for me."


"The 10mg didn't seem to help at all so after few days they let me up it to 20mg. I had a little trouble sleeping my legs would twitch and it made me feel really angry for few hours. I took Tylenol PM for a couple of days after upping it and it seemed to calm me down so I could sleep.  Then I was fine until it was time to up it to the 40mg.  I could not sleep at all, my whole body would twitch and I just felt out of it and like I was going to have a panic attack.  Finally took a bath and it helped me relax enough to sleep for couple hours. It was very scary but after a couple of hours I felt fine. I am a little scared to take the second dose of the 40mg but I think I'm gonna try taking it in the morning.  I feel great on the medicine. other wise.."


"I take this for fibromyalgia as well as endometriosis. It doesn't make me nauseous and it helps me through the day."


"When your left with the choice of breathing or taking this medication what do you do! Taking a huge taper of four 10mg  7 days, then three 10mg for  7 days and so on! I have literally told my husband I'm going for divorce and that  I hate him and I've never loved him! I've taken this medication before with the same side effects and it has indeed cost me a job as I fear it might if and when I can return to work IF I CAN EVER BREATH AGAIN!!!!! I'm still panicked, I still can't breath, I am still pursed lipped breathing and it's been this way since Friday at 5:30pm! Yes I was admitted for 24 hours only to be discharged while still heavily sedated (shouldn't have been driving myself and yes they knew)"


"17 days on Citalopram 20 mg for depression.  Citalopram helps remember things and helps with ocd. I no longer have forgot my keys on the apt door or forgot to lock my car. It really has helped my brain deliver messages where they belong. I have lost weight at least one size. The first three days were the worse. With a type of stoned feeling over-sleeping but after the first week, I began to feel more alert and definitely less worried. I was always worried about things that didn't matter or wernt real before taking citalopram. Citalopram makes me feel I have control over my depression and not the other way around. But I don't have the energy to workout like before I was taking it. And it takes longer for me to climax. It elevates your mood t"


"I have used Nuvaring for about two months and I really like it. I haven't had any side effects. During sex my partner couldn't feel it. The only downside to Nuvaring is costly."


"I have had the IUD in since 2009,  it caused cramps for about 3 days, spotting then was normal. If works by causing your cervix to swell some and copper is a natural birthcontrol.

I confirmed with my doctor that the paraguard does not contain nickel before I had it placed.
Also you are warned before it's placement that many experience heavy bleeding and more cramps. In fact my cramps have lessened in the past few years.

If your normal cramps keep you in bed, or cause you to buckle avoid IUDs always be open and honest with your doctors and older woman and woman who have had children tend to respond better."


"I have been on 4 Norco 10 mg. for a few years now and last week my pain management doctor prescribed me the 10 mg Butrane patch to go along with my Norco. I went in to see him and explained how the Norco wasn't lasting me all day.I was wanting him to up my dose of Norco to 5 a day but instead he prescribed me the Butrane patch.I got the script filled and gave it a try really not believing it would work but today I really could tell it was ...this is my fourth day on the patch and also my first day off. For the past year and a half my days off I run back and forth to the couch trying to get comfortable from my pain and not able to sleep .I got up after 11 uninterrupted hours sleep feeling the best I have in years!  NO pain! Butrane works!"


"After reading all the horrible comments on sites about this medication, I thought I would add my positive ones. I have been on it a little over 4 months now. As of the 4th month, I stopped all bleeding. Very few side effects at first, maybe being tired (I was anemic too), a little nausea and cramps right at first, but getting past all that, the bleeding finally stopped. This is a wonderful medication. Don't let the negative comments impact you. Each of us react differently. I have fibroids and the bleeding was very bad. They didn't know if this would help or not, worth the shot. Glad it is so far. Just don't give up at first even if you want to. Give it at least until the 4th month for your body to adjust."


"First month, bad side effects. Felt worsening anxiety, and felt like a zombie. After about 4 weeks the magic happened. My obsessions became minimal, and my depression/pmdd improved imensely. Sideeffects include some weight gain like 15 lbs, and loss of sex drive. However I was on 50 mg, and the improvement in my mental state was worth it. I could only take this drug at night, in the morning it would make me dizzy. I was in this for 4years, it does improve obsessive worrying and depression."


"OMG!!!! I guess this medicine is just really strong.... i read a side affect could be itchiness.... didnt expect this though.... Maybe 3 hours after i put it in and noticed what kinda looked like the capsule came out extremely gooey and right after i am itching so bad i dont know how to stand it i cant even sleep .... i hope this goes away soon"


"I received an injection of this medicine because of a debilitating migraine which lasted for more than two weeks.

When this was injected I almost immediately started to feel CRAZY.

I wanted to leave the hospital immediately, even though my migraine was worse- not better. I actually WALKED home (hospital was nearby) but my right leg went numb & I literally dragged it behind me all the way home.

This was followed by EXTREME anxiety, confusion and a full week of insomnia which I had to be treated for.

Obviously, I had one of those "rare" reactions. However, a close friend later had a similar reaction to this medication and had to be put it a straight jacket following administration.

So, these reactions, while rare, can be extreme."


"It works most of the time, but some nights I still only sleep about 5 hours."


"I have had intermittent Atrial Fibrillation on and off for 30  years.  Tried cardiac ablation in 2007, but didn't seem to help.  I now take 120mg twice a day and it keeps it in check without side effects.  Does not slow me down and I work out frequently and have great fitness. Tried lowering it to 60 or 80mg but then the AF came back.  First tried Atenolol but did not like the side effects, it slowed me down and affected sex life.  Sotalol slows my heart rate down to 50 beats resting, but does not slow me down in general.  Have not had an AF episode in 18 months since going to 120mgs twice per day."


"I am on day 3 of this medicine, urine culture showed growth of staph.  So far, no side effects for me.  It's already helped alleviate my symptoms, so I am hopeful that it will make it all go away by day 7."


"I developed severe pancreatitis and hepatitis due to gallstones. They tried morphine  first, but it makes me vomit even if they give me Zofran, Phenergan or Reglan with it. I'm allergic to many medications and latex. My only previous experience with painkillers was codeine for a severe cough and Percocet for a gynecological issue. I had an anaphylactic reaction to the Percocet. Not fun. So they decided to try Dilaudid on me - at least if I had a bad reaction to it, they could treat me immediately. I was so grateful! Complete pain relief and no vomiting. No side effects either nor like I was on anything, it just made the pain stop. IV Dilaudid worked within 30 seconds. They gave me pills to take home, the pills take about 30 minutes."


"I have been on Tegretol for 20 years. I was switched to the Tegretol XR a few years back. I noticed no diffrence with the medication. Very good medicine with no significant side effects."


"I've been taking Cefdinir for 5 days so far with no adverse reactions as mentioned in some of the comments.  No diarrhea, stomach cramps, etc.  However, my sinus headache and cough are worse today...no better.  I called my Dr. thinking he might want to give me a different type of antibiotic but he said to stay on the Cifdinir.  It's not helping.  I am miserable.    :*("


"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."


"I was 205 lbs Xmas 2014.  Started Belviq when I got home. Had shoulder surgery, broke my hip; so couldn't exercise much.  Lost 50 lbs in 15 months and still taking to maintain. It makes you fell full and how to eat smaller portions. I have recommended it to everyone I talk to.  Amazing, absolutely amazing!  Suffered no side effects! Take twice p/day!"


"Seroquel is fantastic.  I've been taking it for bipolar and inability to sleep. The only problem I've had is severe restless leg syndrome.  That side effect is knocked out by 2 mg of Requip."


"I've Taken One Dulcolax Last Night Around 10 ..This Morning I Had Severe Cramps In My Stomach, Went To Make A Bowel Motion, Now I Feel Better. I'm Still A Little Crampy But I Think Everything Came Out. I Recommend To Anyone Constipated."


"I've been taking Junel for about 6 months now. I switched from Minastrin because I had regular breakthrough bleeding. After Minastrin, I tried Yasmin and Yaz, both of which made me very depressed and moody. Junel seems to not affect my mood as much, but I think it still does a little. I don't have any breakthrough bleeding with Junel. My one complaint is that during my period, I get terrible migraines. I am like a zombie with nonstop migraines for 3-4 or even 5 days straight. No pain medicine helps. Junel also totally cleared up my acne and gives me light, cramp-free periods. When I'm not taking a hormone, my periods are much heavier and have painful cramping."


"I have osteoarthritis in my hands, elbows, knees and feet, and some days the pain was so bad I didn't want to move. The first day I took Voltaren I felt full pain relief, It's a wonderful pain medication. I like that its not a narcotic. Thank you Voltaren I have my life back."


"I've been on Lo Lo Estrin FE for about 2-3 years.  I was having severe mood swings whenever I was on the white or brown pills, anger follow by depression.  When I told my Doctor, she said I could take the blue pills continuously and now I have no periods, no cramps, and no mood swings.  Last week I missed a pill and took it 12 hours late (in the morning), a few days later I was severely depressed and had breast tenderness that lasted 2-3 days.  Usually it's perfect, but a few hours with out it can cause days of depression, so I recommend others use it with caution and I would not recommend for anyone that cannot take the pill at exactly the same time daily.  Also you can run into insurance coverage issues by skipping 4 pills a pack."