"Had unprotected sex on the 13th day of my period so most likely during my most fertile days. Managed to get access to Plan B 60h after the mishap and I am pleased to say that my period arrived on time and we are in the clear. I am so happy that I had this second chance."


"I have been on Savella for about a year.  The medication greatly reduced my pain. Initially after titrating up I was on 100 mg.  However, it caused my blood pressure to go really high even with the medicine I take for blood pressure.  I reduced the medicine to 50 mg which helped some with the blood pressure . However, the nausea and vomiting, hot flashes, sweating have continued. The nausea and vomiting is bad enough that I am willing to go off the medication.  I am hoping I can find something that will help as well without the side effects.  The benefits are outweighed by the side effects for me."


"Used the product to empty the colon prior to a Colonoscopy.  Seemed to work well, no discomfort."


"It was okay at first. When looking for a birth control I have trouble finding one that doesn't make me anxious and hormonal. I need one that helps acne because I tend to break out. I also don't want weight gain. After several months of this pill, I notice about a 10 lb gain and I starting having weight really go to my stomach. I started feeling unstable as far as emotions. Also, I didnt have a period last month but I am not pregnant so it made me have no period and I've been regular all of my life-30 years. I am switching to another. My Dr. prescribed Natazia. If that one is bad, I may switch to the Ortho Evra patch. "


"I have cystic acne which isn't awful but this pill made it a lot worse. I tried a lot of different acne products and treatments and none worked so I've tried 2 birth control pills to help, this being my second try. I followed my doctors advice to give it at least 6 months and it has only made my acne worse. It is redder, more painful, and a lot deeper than before, and it has spread all over my face and become splotchy. I also get a lot of fevers and awful cramps all throughout the month. I also use birth control pills to stop my periods. The first day I went on it I got my period (it was awful and lasted 14 days). Now I keep getting them so it's not working. Don't let my experience sway you too much but unfortunately it just dosen't work."


"Im pretty outgoing in nature...but id get depressed n aggressive from time to time. Anyway so the first 5 weeks on this med was very up and down... I slept but woke up feeling tired.. I was drowzy during the day...id feel good some days n worse on others. I was going to quit on my 6th week..I woke up n said 'I cant take this anymore' but my mom convinced me to keep taking it. It was like a miracle. .I just woke up in the morning..6th week in n felt ok one morning... energetic... happy... motivated... could phone up anyone n talk wthout feeling like it was torture.... so give it atleast 6 weeks... it should get even better than how im feeling now... tht would be amazing!"


"I got the Liletta 3/13/17 insertion was as explained some discomfort and cramping I was advised to take ibuprofen before my appointment which I did. It took a little longer than I thought but it wasn't that bad. I've only used the pill as BC (to control my period) was on the mini pill since 2/2016 and I stopped having periods 5/2016. I've always been interested in the IUD and was told to give this a try. I felt a little discomfort the first few days because I felt likeIi could feel it eventually went away and I forgot I had it. I started spotting for a few days (expected) and then a period which felt like 2wks and I've been spotting every since. The spotting is light but it's annoying for obvious reasons thinking if getting it removed next week."


"I had depression for years and in that last 8 months that turned into anxiety that gave severe shoulder and abdominal pain , sweaty palms and pounding heart , ruined my career and my social life and affected my decision making . Finally after trying to fight it with out using medication I had to go see a doctor because I couldn't take it anymore , doctor gave me buspirone and recomanded 3x 5mg a day . I started with 1 5mg every 24 hours and I can tell a difference , I am calm and I sleep better . The physical pain is almost gone which I assume was happening due to surge of my stress hormones which are now under control . It has been 3 days of peace and quite and hope it stays this way ."


"I have been on this for 1 week and yes, it is working. I don't have the overwhelming urges and can sleep right through - great! BUT, I am hating the side effects! Constant dry mouth (Ok, I take water and chew gum) but I feel like my stomach is constantly full, have almost constant heartburn and sometimes when eating, I feel like I am having a mild panic attack and can barely breathe. This is frustrating to say the least and I am fed up feeling so fat with this drug! Not sure whether to carry on or end taking this. Anyone else feel these symptoms - especially the difficult to swallow/breathe/panic bit? Many thanks"


"I don't usually write feedback but this one, I have to say, it really work! I had tried many topical lotions before but nothing worked better than it. It took only around a week to get a noticable result. Yep there are still a few pimples but I believe they will diminish soon too."


"Going through chemotherapy for ALL for 3 years, and I've tried EVERY available CNIV that I could get when I was doing my chemotherapy. Zofran by far was the best for me specifically the sublingual (melt under the tongue) it also has a cherry taste to it and the taste of it gives me an almost instantaneously feeling of the symptoms being not as bad and then as it finally melts it greatly reduces the symptom if not completely stops them. Sometimes unfortunately there's times that even though it reduced symptoms that the CNIV was just stronger and I'd still not feel to well and still have CNIV but it did at least help and make it more tolerable when it didn't completely take it away."


"I have been on Mirena for over a year now and have experienced some side effects. Side effects to watch out for are severe mood swings, hair loss, depression, acne, dizziness, headaches, memory loss, and insomnia.  "


"My rheumatologist gave me 2 sample packs of Otezla, and by the time I finished the first pack, I could see a major difference in my skin plaques.  They had all but disappeared. When I completed the second pack, they were gone, and the pain in my joints, especially my fingers, was improving.  To me, this is a miracle drug.  I type for a living, and my fingers were becoming so stiff, I thought I was going to have to quit my job.  No flakes from my scalp, no plaques on the back of my legs, upper arms, or anywhere else they normally appeared.  I haven't lost any weight so far.  It's terribly expensive, but my rheumatologist gave me a 0 co-pay card with the samples, and I got on the program with Otezla with just one phone call for a year."


"I freaking love Minastrin 24 Fe!  I was on Loestrin before, and when the generic came out, was happy to save money, but even better than that, now it's FREE with my insurance!  Plus, I've been on this for, I don't know, 8-10 years, and don't have periods.  At all.  It's awesome!  No periods, no cramping, no hormonal issues.  Yes, I have women ask how can I tell if I'm pregnant, but I just don't worry about it.  I use the pill and my husband uses a condom, and honestly, I had more worries about pregnancy before, because if you were a day or two late, it was total meltdown time.  Now, it's just a non-issue in my mind.  There are no negatives to this pill for me."


"I had noticeable results within 24 hours. I had gained a lot of edema from Lyrica. This drug helped reverse that with little discomfort or side effects. I had increased pulse at first and a little dizziness but it went away quickly."


"I have had IIH since June of 2014 but was diagnosed "officially" with IIH in May 2014 after my first LP had an opening pressure of 45. I tried Diamox the first time but it made me so tired I couldn't handle it and then I went into spontaneous remission or at least my pulsatile tinnitus went away and I didn't need to keep taking it. I relapsed about a week ago and had an opening pressure of 55 after having extremely loud pulsatile tinnitus for a week. I was put on 1g of Diamox and for the past week the whooshing noise has gotten much, much softer and sometimes I can't even hear it. I take Vitamin C to help with the tingling and have barely noticed it. I'm thankful my body is responding well this time but it's different for everybody."


"I got my IUD inserted 3 weeks ago. The procedure was crampy, though I did take 600mg of ibuprofen beforehand so it was bearable as long as I remembered to breathe through it. It took about 10 minutes. There were some risidual cramps, first light then really bad on the drive home. Since then I have been spotting/lightly bleeding. For several days last week it was heavier so I assume it was my period? Previously I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen pills and they told me to finish up the pack I was on so I did and that's when the heavier bleeding started. Now I am back to lighter bleeding/spotting but I hope it stops soon. Normally my periods are 3 days max so I'm not used to this and frankly tired of it!"


"Cough medicine did not help my cough at all, I was coughing all night long, my chest and stomach hurts from all the coughing I am doing."


"I have been on this medicine for about 8 years now. It is the ONLY thing that helps me sleep and not have panic attacks at night. It however does not do much for my anxiety, which I have taken many different medicines for and no luck with any of them. I would recommend mirtazapine to anyone who cannot sleep, but beware getting off this. The withdrawal symptoms are not pleasant at all."


"I have previously taken Wellbutrin, it worked very well for me. Although I was experiencing occasional tremors and loss of focus (otherwise I would have rated it a 10). Because of these side effects I stopped taking it, and fell back into a deep depression. I recently have started taking it again, and the occasional side effects are more than worth putting up with depression. So glad my doctor prescribed it to me. I recommend giving it a try if you've gone through some other medicines without success."


"This is my first experience with Acthar Gel for an exerbation of Multiple Sclerorsis (I am allergic to steroids) and I will rate my experience as a 10! I feel like " myself"....which had truly been long forgotten. This is the first time in months I am not experiencing pain (excruciating lower back pain from an unsteady gait and muscle spasms in my lower back) ...the "cheerleader kicks" which randomly occur during all hours of the night are GONE...as are the creeping crawling sensations that drive me nuts. I did have to deal with incredible "munchies", but its a small price to pay for how great I feel. My insurance covered the entire cost of the medicine, with only a hundred dollar co pay. I am MYSELF. FEELS AMAZING!"


"I have been taking this pill for about 7 months now and I thought that all the side effects it was giving me was something else so I just ignored them. Until now, when I finally hit it on the head and realized all my weird mood swings and everything are from this pill. I'm going to my doctor to switch. Every day I'm so depressed and want to cry all the time. I've lost interest in social activities and some days all I can do is lay in bed all day from fatigue and exhaustion over doing nothing. My skin is extremely oily and my hair that was once very thick is falling out. The smallest things irritate me and on my period it feels like the world is ending. I have difficulties breathing, dizzy spells, huge cravings for junk food. "


"This drug is a little strange, because the 600 mg of this is technically "more" than 600 mg of Neurontin (gabapentin) . Also, the medicine starts to be peaks much later than Neurontin (see horizant pharmacokinetics). So, it can be complicated to figure out when to take it.  When I take it closer to bed, it seems to work better. However, the instructions which say to take it 6 hours before bed. I noticed a slight improvement over gabapentin (less awakening), but it's not consistent.

Also, this drug company is a MESS.  My doctor's office staff has been calling for the advertised co-pay discount card since Thanksgiving 2014.  It is now May 2015 and he FINALLY got them from the rep (you cannot print them out online)"


"100% success with no side effects. Had put up with hideous toe nails for over 8 years. 1 full course cleared the problem."


"I wish I could give Risperidal/Risperidone 0 stars. Worst medication I've ever had to take. Made me so exhausted despite getting 12 hours of sleep a night and made me gain 30lbs. This medication slapped the heart right out of me and I was a zombie, devoid of any emotion for months. I wouldn't slip this to my worst enemy."


"This particular brand - Mylan does not work on me. I didn't know why I kept falling asleep but learned each manufacturer uses different inert ingredients. I remember the orange oval ones worked the best. Does anyone know which pharmaceutical company makes it so my pharmacy can order that one specifically for me?? Thank you."


"I'm 33 and have had bad luck with hormonal birth control. After finding myself in a committed relationship, I decided it was time to find an alternative. I had a colposcopy 1 week before the IUD insertion, so my lady parts were already pretty irritated before the insertion. I would recommend more time in between if you also need a colposcopy. Aside from that, it was much less painful than I expected. It was like one really really bad cramp. I had quite a bit of bleeding afterword. The doctor said the clamp she had used to hold the cervix still had caused the bleeding. I had bad cramps for 3 days, then they backed off. I'm now having mild cramping with the start of my period. It's not heavy yet. I hope this is it! Medicaid paid 100%!"


"I usually have bad side effects with any antidepressants but decided I would go ahead and try this and am only on day 3 of the titrate pack but so far not to bad. My side effects so far have just been 1st night just absolute crash/fatigue within an hour, next day headache, elevated blood pressure. I guess because I had energy, I felt better but felt weird to me (almost manic maybe but confused/scared about it too) but I do so want some energy to accomplish tasks. Definitely some moodiness/aggression but the situation warranted that as well so won't blame it on the medicine. Some light headed moments, some chill (but again I am always cold) still have the ache all over so I will give it some more time to see how it does. So far it's a plus."


"I was on paxil 40mg for 13 years and Gained 100 lbs! Thought I was better so got of the paxil, 3 months later had bad panic and anxiety, dr. Put me on effexor 75mg....not good! Felt spacey, couldn't eat, lost 40lbs in 3 months, went back to the dr. And he had me switch right over to fluoxetine 20mg, IAM on my 5th day and already feel clear headed!!!! Alittl nausea through out the day but doing great!!!! Really hope this med works"


"Big help for vulvodynia."


"I fell four feet backwards off of a straight truck and whacked the back if my head off of a concrete parking lot and gave my self a concussion. Long story short, I have had a rough go at the post concussion symptoms and the migraine/cluster like headaches have played a MAJOR role. Theres days where I just lay around in the dark and do nothing. The pounding just takes over and that's all that matters. You are not even you anymore. I was prescribed Topamax on Nov.18th and started one week on 25mg. Nothing changed. Then two weeks on 50mg, again nothing changed. This is my third week on 100mg and I am FINALLY migraine free. The side effects do wear off after time. You just have to give this medicine time. Worth it."


"My dermatologist recommended Yaz for my acne. However I also have horrible menstrual cycles and let me tell you, you cannot go wrong with Yaz. I hardly felt any pain. My acne was basically gone also. Now all I have is some dark spots here and there"


"I live with chronic pain 24/7. I've taken Talwin for about 8 years and don't know what I'd do without it."


"Oh my word! This stuff saved my life. It took the maximum 6 hr time to work. And it only softened half the load the other half was a runny nightmare. I compared my constipation pain level to having a child. I was in the bathroom 20 times thinking.... This is it!! This is it!!!! Just to be let down and hurting with more cramping. But when it finally softened it up just enough to get that biggie out the rest came tumbling right after. Got to love methadone. I haven't been taking in as much water as I should and have been eating way to much I've cream. (Hint, dairy makes matters worse). What a horrible night. Give it time. It'll work one way or another lol"


"I was prescribed this medication for ten days after two recent bouts with a sinus infection that never seemed to clear. This did the trick. I was thirsty and somewhat restless but had none of the major possible side effects that the doctor warned me about."


"Best relief for hives. Prefer this over Xyzal."


"Just started to take Savella and have had issues with sleeping and stomach.  Can't find a site that shows the potential side effects, only generic side effects seem to be mentioned and I would like more detailed information."


"It will melt away your tumors quickly, however has quite the delayed effect for nausea and vomiting. Make sure your Oncologist gets you on some supportive meds!"


"I started Truvada once a day along with Isentress twice a day and my HIV Load was 28,000 and CD4% 31%. After 40 days my HIV load is <20 and CD 4% 32,7. Excellent improvement considering I have experienced ZERO side effects and all other lab work came out well. I am 49 yrs old and very active."


"I was a smoker for 44 years and wanted to quit smoking because was going to become a grandmother. I heard about Chantix from my brother and decided to try it.  I had used other things to quit but was never successful. After using Chantix for 1 week I no longer was a smoker. That was 8 years ago and I am very happy that my granddaughter has never had a grandma that smelled like smoke."


"I had unprotected sex one night realizing the next day that a condom was not in the picture. After light freaking out I went to buy the Plan B pill. I've taken it once before almost 3 years ago before it was on the shelf. When I took it this time I had some very noticeable side effects. Cramping, stomach pain, tiredness, dizziness, nausea, lack of appetite but I would go through all of it again if it meant no kids. This pill works and I would recommend it to anyone"


"Works really well , but the size of the tube compared to the box it comes in is very very deceiving , when I bought my 50g one thought it was going to be bigger when it came out the box I thought someone had switched it for a smaller version just look before you buy"


"I've taken Vyvanse extended release and Adderall extended release. I didn't like the mood swings and irritability I suffered when they would wear off.  My doctor has since put me on Adderall immediate release 30 milligram tablets twice a day. I've taken these tablets for 2 years now and love that I can focus and I am not having mood swings or irritable at all. I have experienced dry mouth and some jitters as well as trouble sleeping. I take Ambien to sleep and it is no longer an issue. I have to take a vitamin supplement due to a huge weight loss though. I was over weight when I started Adderall and now am at a healthy weight and maintaining that weight without issue."


"I started Saxenda on 5/20. I am 49 years old, 5'4" and 314.4 lbs. This is day day 10 for me and I have lost 4.4 lbs. I have had no side effects. I notice that my cravings have gone away. I don't feel hungry very often and I don't think about food as often as I used to even when I wasn't hungry. Will update again."


"I have heard it described as the new clozapine. It is a good medicine with little side effects. I'm resistant. To most medications but finally found this medication and I'm getting well again."


"My focus and energy increased immensely. I did a 4 to 6 page research final paper in 3 days. I finally can focus on tasks and not spend hours and hours on one task because I dosed off and daydream. I also did a 13 page AP English within 9 days. I'm glad I decided to take Adderall XR at the end of high school and now I will be taking it while I'm in college. Is it a cognitive enhancer which is said a lot ABSOLUTELY NOT. It doesn't make you smarter, it doesn't improve your thinking, and it doesn't improve your memory. It just do what its suppose to do and helps you focus. The bad thing is that it is hard to sleep."


"I had the nexplanon inserted 2 months after the delivery of my first born child. I figured it would be easier since I was obviously busy with a newborn and breast feeding. I kept it in for 7 months before I realized enough was enough! I bled about 20 days of the month, had zero sex drive, increased depression which I had originally associated with PPD  (not the case), and it made sex super painful! Essentially turned me raw from the inside out. Didn't get pregnant though, so I guess it did it's job! Easy insertion and removal process. Would NEVER recommend this."


"Prozac has been great! I was so worried to start taking it that I read a million reviews and almost didn't take it but I'm so glad I did. It has been a life saver!"


"I am 5'3" and have Chronic Fatigue and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and both of these caused me to gain up to 175 pounds. I have tried everything to lose weight and none helped. I started taking phentermine 4-2008 and I have gone from a size 12 to a size 9/10 in 2 months. It does give you a little energy boost, I noticed I wasn't craving sweets anymore and I wasn't binge eating. The phentermine gave me control over what I eat and when. I now make healthier choices, because I want to be healthy. There have been days that I would forget to eat, that is how strong phentermine is. At first I had a hard time with the side effects of headaches, stomach pain and dizziness, so I only took a 1/2 of pill. Good Luck."


"I was prescribed gabapentin for pain due to fibromyalgia. I was in severe pain. My pain doctor told me she thought I should try gabapentin for relief for the fibromyalgia. It actually worked very well. The problem was that before I started taking it I had no problems with breathing or water weight gain. After only a month of being on that medication I had to go to my normal pcp because I felt like I couldn't breathe. I could feel water all the way up my thighs and into my belly. I had gained 30 pounds in one month due to water weight. I ended up being diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension because, I believe, of gabapentin. I will never use it again. I'm still on oxygen 5 years later."


"I am 17 and had  sex with my boyfriend on the 4th of July. We did not use a condom. We had sex multiple times and he pulled out every time. Except once, he finished inside me. (I was ovulating) I made him take me to buy Aftera and he paid for it of course. I took the pill 50-70 hours later. I was very bloated, nauseous, tired. I was convinced I was pregnant. So I decided to wait 5 days after my period was late to take a pregnancy test. My period came 2 days late. I was very heavy and my period lasted for 7 days instead of the regular 5 days. I'd never been so happy for a period in my life."


"I take AcipHex every morning to control my heartburn symptoms.  After I eat breakfast, I get heartburn from the coffee and juice.  I take AcipHex after breakfast and I always find it works really fast to make my heartburn go away.  Even when I go to bed at night, I don't have heartburn.  The other best thing is that it's a tiny pill, and it's so easy to swallow.  Half the time I don't even have to have something to drink."


"Got Liletta IUD inserted about 9 months after having my 1st child it has been 2 years that I've had the IUD. When getting it inserted it only felt like a strong period cramp for less then a minute. My doctor made me wait 10 minutes to sit up. I was in the room for less than 25 minutes! Love my OB and only had a few minor issues with ovarian cysts for about 2 months.  Ovarian cysts went away and all is well haven't had any since. My annual came back fine and I have 2-3 days of very very very light bleeding each month. The discharge is weird but it's normal. This IUD was perfect for me. My first form of birth control depo shot this IUD it much better and low maintenance. My husband says he can sometimes feel the string."


"Thank God for whoever made Relpax!  Just wish it was a little more affordable.  With insurance it cost $140 for 12 tabs.  Some side effects, but I don't care, they are nothing compared to having relief.  Every part of my life has been affected by migraines.  Now, I can live.  The migraine always comes back the next day or late the same night, (because my migraines always last at least 2 days if not 3), even before I started Relpax.  With this I get relief!  Then if I have to, I take it again the 2nd day.  Only use if I really have to but don't wait too long to start it, takes awhile.  I pray it never stops working for me."


"I am halfway through my first pack, and so far I love it. No bleeding or nausea. No weight gain. My gynecologist suggested I take birth control because I'm a wreck when I get my period--terrible cramps that nothing helps, loss of appetite, extreme fatigue. Hopefully I'll have a lighter period (my period lasts 5-7 days) when I finish the pack and no cramps, fatigue, or headaches."


"I noticed rapid shedding of hair in March of 2015. I would occasionally count hairs lost on a day to gauge the extent of the hair loss (getting better or worse). For months I was losing well over 100 hairs a day, which was quiet concerning. For some time I deliberated whether to proceed with finasteride, as I was conscious of the negative side effects.
I started taking finasteride in August. For the next four months, my hair loss continued. It's now December, and it has completed stopped. I can run my hands through my hair/have a shower and count little to no hairs at all. My hair also feels stronger and looks thicker, which is great.
Better still, I have no noticeable negative side effects, and my sex drive is as it was previously"


Acetaminophen / chlorpheniramine / phenylephrine

"I have been using it for over two decades now and it never fails."


"Slight nausea, I already have an over-sensitive stomach. But the benefits out weigh the discomfort."


"This medicine was a disaster for me. I was put on 30mg once a day before bed and the day I started it I felt the effects. I started to get the shakes, I got hyper, I was nauseous, all my muscles were tense especially my neck, I sweat CONSTANTLY I couldn't drink enough for how bad I was sweating. At the one week mark I was directed to double the dose. BIG mistake. My throat started to get very tight and my pupils were so dilated you could no longer see the color of my eyes; I have glaucoma so that could be why. I eventually went to the ER where they directed me to take one more half dose and stop. I had 0 benefits it just made me feel horrible. Seeing as I had a similar reaction to Effexor I'm clueless as to why I was put on this medication."


"My experience with this pill was good at first but the after the second month it made me really moody and depressed. I also noticed my sexual desire decrease. I'm definitely switching soon"


"I started my first injection over a month ago for my severe endometriosis. The day after I started noticing terrible mood swings, as did my family. I would get angry and freak out at the tiniest things. Usually cry over nothing. It lasted for about 4 weeks and my moods have simmered down, but not as much as they should. He said to consider Zoloft, because my hormone levels aren't normal and I have anxiety. I have been spotting everyday for the whole month, and still notice some pain, but not as bad as it was before I started the injections. My obg said this was normal, and assured me after the third injection this would go away. Hopefully it does. I can now say I'm not living in hell 12 times a year."


"This medication is potent with minimal side effects.  Went from 100,000 viral load to 80 in 3 weeks and now I'm undetectable at month 4 and my cd4 have increased from 333 to 599."


"68 years old.  My problem was loss of erection in the act itself.  Wife and I started avoiding sex altogether in order to avoid the congestion and frustration from unfinished sex.  We were frustrated and angry all the time.  Tried Viagra...headaches for days.  Tried Cialis...palpitations (scary ones.)  Levitra 5 mg works in 30 minutes, lasts 12 to 15 hours, well into the next day.  Slight flushing, stuffiness, headache, but worth it.  Major "teenage" erections.  We are doing 2  times a week now, not enough for me, but about all we can manage with busy schedules.  While two-furs and three-furs are great during the night and again the next morning, second and third ejaculations are rare.  Happy couple!!"


"I would get migraines weekly and when it wasn't a migraine it was a headache that turned into a tension headache and later lead back to a migraine. I tried everything and was put on everything. Finally, I tried amlodipine and the next day, no headache no migraine. I was amazed. I take it every night before bed. I didn't feel dizzy and haven't had any swelling. I was worried cause my  blood pressure runs low already, but I'm doing so much better now and no side effects."


"Works pretty well on my anxiety, just wished it worked faster. It makes me sleepy if I take a larger does. I only take 0.25 mg right now, very low dose!"


"I've had anxiety as long as I can remember. Symptoms like insomnia, eating issues, tons of intense fear around bizarre and unlikely life-threatening situations happening to me. I've also struggled with uncontrollable panic attacks during stressful times. I'm now a junior in college, and after a spell of depression (caused by panic attacks and constant anxiety), I decided to try medication (though, of course, taking meds made me anxious. Ha).
I've now been on Lexapro for about 7 weeks, and I am very happy I chose to try it. I'm on 10mg, and the first week was miserable. Like everyone says, stick it out. Now, my outlook is much more positive, and I am way less anxious. Give it a shot! I'm thankful I did."


"Ejaculation impaired unable to climax"


"I have moderate hypertension for 20 years and have take amlodipine in combination with an angiotensin blocking agent which worked fine. Allergic to the angiotensin blocker. Now amlodipine alone does not work."


"Am on 2nd week of Chantix, have not smoked in 3 days. Continued to smoke same as usual the first week of treatment. Still have slight cravings at certain times but it is manageable. No other side effects except as others noted crazy vivid dreams , but no nightmares. I'd recommend this way of quitting to anyone who are Leary or wonders if it works. It does block some of the pleasure you gain from smoking making it less enjoyable and easier to quit."


"Had it for a year and a bit. Gained weight. Stopped it 8 months ago and get my period twice a month! Painful ones too"


"been on sertraline now for about 18 months after my anxiety was turning into panic attacks. I was really bad, i couldn't sleep for constant fear of not waking up-id have 2-3 panic attacks EVERY DAY. i very very rarely have them any more and even if i start, i seldom get a bad one. The medication has stopped the attacks and lessened the anxiety. im still an anxious person but i can live my life now. It's given me heart burn but i have omeprazole now for that. the sertraline does not make you happy, but it makes you not anxious/sad which is good. overall im very happy, just wish i felt 'normal' but ah well eh? :P"


"I have been on Aubra for 1yr. This is my 2nd form of BC. 1st was implanon, had it for 2 months, couldn't deal with the spotting/crazy period. I haven't noticed any HUGE side effects on Aubra but there are some. I gained 10 lbs. My breasts feel sore the week before/the week of my period. I get minor mood swings/some depression, but nothing extreme. I break out a few days before my period, but I already had that problem previous to taking the pill. Sex drive remained as high as always. Head aches from time to time that I used to not get. No more severe cramps and my period is light flow and it only lasts 3/4 days, used to be heavy lasting 6 days. I am not pregnant so far so its worked. I have read it causes hyperpigmentation which I have above my brow"


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"Worst Prep ever!! Terrible chemical, heavy lemon taste. Took the two litres and water as directed. IT DID NOT WORK.. I have used other preps that worked great. Don't waist you time with this one. Went for colonoscopy, and had to be abandoned, moviprep had failed to work and my colon was full of faeces. All that preperation for nothing, i even went on a liquid diet prior and it still failed. Also REAL BAD SIDE EFFECTS. EXTREME PAIN FOR DAYS AFTERWARD AND STOMACH GURLING. Now got to do all over again with different prep."


"Regarding my peripheral neuropathy: Had reached max daily allowable level of Neurontin and was put on Tegretol, 200mg, 4 x daily. Brought it down to one tab daily and have not looked back. Never any side effects. Condition greatly improved! Cannot remember my last "attack"."


"After 6 years, I finally tried to talk to my doctor about side effects her reply was that there was nothing wrong with the medications, I complained to much. I started taking myself off of some of them myself. Fortunately, maybe, she had a family problem that she took leave to deal with. By this time, I had taken myself off of 70% of opiate pain killers. I told the doctor that I wanted to stop the Cymbalta. His response was no problem. I was taking two 30mg, his instruction was stop taking one for a week then stop the other. Five days later I was calling saying that was going to work. I was then prescribed two  20 mg and started doing what I found on the internet. A month later, things were better but I swing back and forth with issues come and go.

The doctor still says they haven't had issues with other patients. Maybe the doctors don't talk to their patients? They definitely don't read anything about the drugs that they prescribe."


"I'm 18 & have been using Tri Sprintec for the past 4 months mainly to try to get rid of my mild acne. In the first couple weeks, I was hopeful because I saw my face start to clear up & wasn't experiencing any side effects. However, as I kept taking it my acne started to flare up again, along with cramps & bloating pretty much all the time, mood swings, and slight weight gain (5 pounds). Since month 2, I started getting cystic acne (which I've never had before) on both my cheeks and especially in my chin area and along my jaw line, but my forehead stays almost completely clear. I thought my hormones just needed to get used to the pill but my skin has continued to get worse. I stopped taking Tri Sprintec & already seen improvement in 3 days."


"Had to use this for the final step of the bowel prep for colonoscopy. I tolerated a MiraLAX and Gatorade combination for three hours. I started that at 5 o'clock. Was finished by 7:30. At 9 o'clock I was instructed  to take two tiny Ducolax  pills. I awoke at 11 to severe nausea. I dry heaved for about a half hour and then started vomiting violently. I broke out in a cold sweat and my hands went numb. I thought my husband was going to have to take me to the emergency room . The vomiting lasted for an hour. I finally fell asleep at 1:30 in the morning. I informed my G.I. prior to the call anoscopy about my horrible experience with this drug. I will never take it again."


"I've been on Contravene 10 days and have lost 8 pounds. I'm watching what I eat and walking everyday as well as light resistance 3 times a week. I need to eat fiber and take Mialax a bit to keep things regular. So far I'm really happy as it definitely helps with cravings. I'm only eating for fuel because Contrave does not let me feel hunger unless I really need to eat."


"Lost my virginity on the 28 of November at 6:30pm and didn't use protection (stupid I know) He said he didn't cum but I was worried of pre cum. Took the pill on the 29 8:30pm (about 26 hrs after sex) and I didn't have any side effects just a little tired. My last period started on Nov.9 and after 11 long dreadful days my period came on Dec.9. Happiest day of my life. Learned my lesson for sure."


"I was on invega sustenna for a little over a year then switched to invega trinza. I'm doing way better than I was. I'm off all my pills and just take the once every 3 month shot. I'm still disabled but the medicine helps relieve the symptoms.. I would recommend this to anyone who's already been on invega and invega sustenna.. It can't take your disability away but it can help you.."


"I don't think I noticed this at first or even realized the pill was the cause, but this pill gave me terrible headaches for 3-4 days during my period.  I am hungry and moody before my period. The period is very light, which is a plus, but I can't stand the headaches.  It feels like I have a sinus infection and taking Advil non stop doesn't help.  It's not worth it.  I would LOVE to have cramps instead of headaches."


"Paragard was totally the right decision of IUD for me! I did not want to deal with the side effects of the hormones in the Mirena (or the other brands). I had a lot of friends get those removed because the hormones messed with them. Insertion was not nearly as bad as I anticipated. Definitely uncomfortable and worse than a pap smear, but nothing I couldn't handle. I took plenty of ibuprofen that day and watched a season of Game of Thrones. Not a bad day. My first two periods afterward were heavier, crampy, and less predictable, but after that they got back on schedule, and the cramps are no worse now than before the IUD. In fact, they may be more mild for me now. My boyfriend can sometimes feel the string, but who cares, he can deal!"


"My husband suffers erectile dysfunction occasionally, which is mainly due to his anxiety. He was prescribed Viagra and takes 12.5mg with water and on an empty stomach.  After about 1 hour he gets a great erection which lasts about about 45 minutes. This is great for both of us. The side effects he experiences are a mild headache and nasal congestion, which lasts for about 6 hours. I would highly recommend this medication but would suggest taking time to find the best dosage to suit the individual needs. We will continue with our current low dosage as this works very well for us."


"I suffer from chronic migraines and a lot of the time need an abort medicine. This medicine did get rid of my headache. BUT it will make you feel like you got hit by a bus. You will be incredibly achy and will wish you still had a headache/migraine. My whole body would hurt for hours after taking this. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. I take naratriptan (amerge) and I don't get achy at all and it knocks out my migraine just the same."


"50 mg (2 every 6 hrs) has worked wonders on my pain. I have a small cerebral aneurysm (too small for surgery yet) that causes me to have a terrible ongoing headache (for almost 3 yrs now). If taken consistently, it keeps my pain very manageable. I weaned myself off of antidepressents when I was in my 20's (I'm now 37) but depression crept back up on me. When I started taking Ultram, the depression symptoms WENT AWAY. I do have TERRIBLE withdrawals though. Otherwise, its been a lifesaver for me! Thumbs up!"


"I was on Fentynal  patches for year and a half @ 75 mcg.  I was needing a little more pain relief so the doctor was going to switch me to Butrans insurance wouldn't pay so he decided Belbuca.  I've currently been on it for almost 2 weeks I can't sleep more than an hour a day I have a massive headache all the time and my skin crawls like there's bugs under it almost .  I've talk to the doctor he will not listen it's not controlling the pain it wears off for hours before the next dose I can't hold food down and I have no desire to drink anything either."


"Everyone gets their sex life COMPLETELY DISRUPTED whether or not they want to admit it or maybe they just are at an age and social position that they dont care?
I have two completely UNTOUCHED Flomax / Finesteride Prescriptions untouched......and I plan on giving them BACK to my Urologist and tell him maybe these will help someone else or he can use them as test samples on HIMSELF? (LOL)
Side effects are horrible and yes the flow gets better but I think I am going the Surgical Route this time and let him "Shave" the Prostate or use whatever new technology is out. Both those pills aren't for anyone whom has ejaculations and sex.....as BOTH END 100%.  I read "humorously" about "Dry Ejaculations" and laugh out loud. Don't take this drug!"


"You may lose weight, but you will probably lose your mind, too. This stuff gave me the worst ADD and confusion. I was constantly like, "What was I doing? Where did I put that? What was I saying?" I mean, it was BAD!! And the longer I took it the worse it got! And the headaches and irritability, the racing racing heart, shortness of breath, the blurred vision, it's just awful!! Sure I lost 10 pounds in 11 days, but I felt like I was going to absolutely die. So I took a break for a couple of weeks and thought I would try it again. A week into it was the same exact scenario. And exercise? How? My heart already feels like it is going to explode when I'm just sitting around! This stuff is toxic. A gastric bypass would be healthier!!"


"My cardiologist prescribed one half Watson metaprolol succinate 25  to normalize heart rate in Dec. and this is new form for me and is much better product than Mylan metaprolol tartrate I was on before, it caused breathing and chest discomfort and I quit taking it.  I don't like taking a beta blocker but Watson product I feel is much better and it can help me control heart rate."


"Honestly this is the only medication that has ever worked for my cold sores. Seems like as soon as I take the first dose the sore won't get any larger than it is at that moment and it begins to heal. Still goes through the stages of a scab but is much easier to live with and not nearly as visible, unsightly, or long lasting as they were in the past."


"Worked for me at a time I had slipped into suicidal ideations. I have a rheumatological disorder that has no cure, & the treatment is dangerous (steroids most of the time); I have severe anxiety; do not know from a day to the following how I will feel or if I will accomplish small tasks, forget about holding a job. This helped anxiety, suicide thoughts, the horrible feelings of major depression, fear, & pain. It is important to read about the medications you should not take with this. Start slowly & have patience. Appears that more medications tried, the easier this is to get acclimated to."


"I'm 25, and have never had kids. Insertion wasn't bad, like a PAP x 3? Cramps after were more strange feeling than super painful-- it felt kinda stabby?

I broke out pretty bad 2 weeks after insertion, but it healed up pretty quickly and hasn't happened again.

I had very regular, light, and non-painful periods before. My cycle is now shorter (24 days). Before, cramps just enough to remind me that my uterus exists and a reg. tampon every 6 hours on the heaviest day. Now, a super plus every 4 hours and cramps that wake me up from deep sleep/feel like my insides will fall out, but they almost completely go away with ibuprophen

Totally worth it

First 3 months, random poke-cramps, freaked me out, but normal.

Ovulation is also more painful."


"I am on the pill Trinessa but took an antibiotic, Cyprofloxacin, for a urinary tract infection a week before having sex with my boyfriend. He didn't use a condom and I heard that antibiotics can make the pill less effective so I was super paranoid and scared that I would get pregnant. So about 16 hours after sex I took Next Choice One Dose. Right after I took it I had a headache but that's it. Didn't have any other symptoms for several days after. Since I am on the pill I know exactly when I am supposed to get my period. I felt menstrual cramps and fatigue for a couple of days before the day my period was supposed to start. I had light bleeding and cramps on the day it was due. Relax & good luck"


"Made me extremely nauseous by just taking half of the prescribed dose."


"I take methocarbamol 750 3-4 times a day along with hydrocodone/aceteminaphen 7.5/325 3-4 times a day, both help very well with my lower back issues, arthiritis and protruding discs. Doesn't make me sleepy, just relaxes me alot."


"It works well for anxiety. Difficult to orgasm, get really sleepy if I drink (esp. Scotch/liquor), but other than that definitely more chill. Sleeping better, chest pain I was having from anxiety has virtually disappeared after 6 weeks on 20mg. Going to keep on it for 6 months then taper & reevaluate. Gained 10lbs and liking carbs more. Seems related to the meds."


"I have been on phentermine for 3 days.  I have increased energy and a mild case of dry mouth. I do feel "spacey" at times, but not so much that I cannot drive or work. I am working out harder and drink more water.  I no longer feel hungry and I have control over my sugar addiction.  It took me 3 weeks to lose 12 pounds before I started phentermine.  I have lost 5 pounds in the past 3 days.  Tonight is the first night I have not exercised, while on this medication.  It is 1:15 AM and I cannot sleep.  Will I stop taking this drug?  NO!  I will be sure to exercise every night, to aide with sleep."


"I requested Ortho tri cyclen but my pharmacy gave me this since my insurance did not cover ortho tri cyclen. Anyway I went ahead and took this. It works as a contraceptive perfectly but this caused me horrible acne like I've never experienced in my life. Seriously, at first it was small bumps on my cheek but within an week they bursted into very irritated, red, sore, itchy pimples. I had only ever had like 2 pimples at a time on my face but this medication made me have more than 20 on one cheek and more than 30 on the other.. This pill obviously didn't work out for me. It may help for others in regards to acne but my experience was so bad I finished my 3rd months pack and stopped taking it."


"This birth control was very effective, the side effects weren't too bad. The side effects I had were breast being sore, increase in appetite, and very bad mood swings. I would never get mad at the things I've gotten mad at while on this pill. Otherwise, periods were good and 3 days long, no nausea after the first day of taking it"


"250lbs, 6'2, male.. Am taking 5mg Lexapro for about a week, and either it is this or the Lamictal (100mg), but I've experienced reduced anxiety, I was wondering if it just reduces the Anxiety or also reduces the symptoms because I still get pounding  and increased heart beat, my blood pressure is usually 20 points high, I take Lisinopril and used to get 120/80 , now I get 140/80 with the lisinopril, Lexapro and Lamictal. Other things I've heard is if you go off Lamictal cold turkey, you'll get seizures. I'm staying on 5mg, I figure if the dose is upped, it overloads the system and is maybe what leads to tolerance, so I'm staying with a small dose until I feel ready to up it."


"It works great, but the downfall of Metformin is it causes you to have diarrhea but it controls my insulin resistance."


"I have taken Paxil, Effexor and Lexapro.  These drugs helped but left me feeling like a zombie, had sexual side effects, and extreme night sweats.  Because, of these side effects I always went of the prescription after a year or less.  When I went off Effexor I was energetic, worked out and felt great. I thought if I could just maintain working out I would be okay.  Well I slowly quit working out and got angrier and angrier.  I tried to fight it for 3 years before I couldn't take it any more.  This time the doctor put me on 150 mg Wellbutrin XL.  I started feeling better within a couple of days. I did experience bad headaches and had a upset stomach for the first month.  It was worth it. I have no side effects and feel 100% normal."


"I have very high anxiety which makes my blood pressure go sky high and my pulse rate stay in the 120's. My Dr prescribed Klonopin and Valium at the same time to try to bring down my blood pressure and pulse rate. My breathing was bad and I hated being in the small waiting room. My biggest fear is driving but since she has put me on 1mg 4 times a day I feel amazing. I sometimes still don't want to leave the house though."


"I have been on Tri-Estarylla for almost two weeks now. So far I don't have any complaints. I was hesitant at first with all the horrible reviews, but it's fine. I was on other generic birth control with the same ingredients so my transition to this one went well."


"Used this a month ago for allergic conjunctivitis. Thought it worked. Have allergic conjunctivitis again. Used this product and like others my eyes are swollen and blood red. Hope to see Allergist tomorrow for help."


"Taking 10mg for OCD and social phobia with very satisfactory results. Only side effects I've experienced are loss of appetite and mild forgetfulness. I have not experienced a loss of sexual desire, in fact my libido has increased somewhat."


"Patches always fell off and gum tastes like Tabasco mixed with ashes...  but I tried nicotrol and made it 6 weeks and was fine...  it was like not even trying and I smoked 1.5 to 2 packs for 18+ years.

I also love how they know how smokers are so they have the case etc to make it easy and no stupid vape crap.  I keep the 3rd month just in case but never touched it and ended up tossing it...

The key is you want to quit and not others forcing you and  YOU are ready then try this since it comes a month at a time and I spent 50 a month which was what a week used to be..  so no reason not to try

since 2009 I been smoke free and I watch people who do want to quit struggle vaping and never quit. use this and save your lungs/money"


"I am on a 14 day course of avelox for pneumonia. Apparently it was quite well spread over both lungs. First course of antibiotics made no difference. Ended up in emergency where they did a CT scan and I was given 2 lots of antibiotics via a drip. Was sent home with avelox which has improved things greatly. The side effects are I am very tired, no appetite ! This medication is well worth the side effect. A very frightening experience !"


"It makes me sweat a lot and have panic attacks."


"I have suffered from rheumatoid arthritis for 30 years. I have been through all the NSAID drugs, Celebrex , etc, Methotrexate injections, gold shots, Aspirin in mega doses. I finally found a Doctor who understood. He prescribed oxycontin 40mg 3 times a day for my pain. I still have pain, but it is liveable. I am on disability, and am also able to hold a part-time job. I don't struggle to do simple things like take a shower or do the dishes. This medicine has changed my life."


"This has helped tremendously internally!"


"I'm 16 and I started taking yasmin in August for polycystic ovarian syndrome. My acne was quite bad, mainly on my cheeks and chin where I'd get big clusters of spots. I also had many small bumps on my forehead.  In the first month there was no difference skin. By the third month I could start to see some improvement to my skin and the severity of my acne had gone down. By the fourth month I was amazed!! It took about a week into the 4th pack before I only had a few spots on my chin left and no new spots were forming. I'm on the 5th month now and only have a small spot on my chin and have been left with scars which are healing. I'm so happy with the results but I experienced terrible mood swings, which are improving. Overall very happy!"


"NuvaRing has been good for me personally. I've been on it for 3 1/2 years. No cramping or bloating or weight gain. I have short, light periods and I even have larger breasts. My only complaint is the extremely low sex drive. This is a great birth control method, you can forget about it for 3 weeks. Sure beats taking a pill everyday."


"I've heard so many bad, scary things about Accutane. Eventually, I came to a point where I was questioning all this bad press. What's the worst that could happen?

I am glad that I looked past the negativity and gave Accutane a try. I have never felt so "normal" in my life. The acne on my back is finally clearing up. I don't have to spend an hour in the bathroom each day messing with lotions, cleansers, creams, gels, whatever. I'm only a couple weeks into it, but I'm not even getting chapped lips or dryness. Just clear skin. Thank you, Roche!"


"This medication had to have been made by a man. I'm older and recently got a YI after taking Augmentin  for an ear infection.  I have always used Monistat 7 in the past. However the one time I tried the single dose I literally thought I was going to die...never ever ever again.  Now I get the same blinding pain with Monistat 7. I started texting my husband letting him know men have ABSOLUTELY no idea the literal pain women endure with a YI. Going to request the pill form tomorrow. Good luck everyone!"


"It did my lower my blood sugar but side effects were too severe. Severe nausea, numerous bouts of vomiting daily, recurrence of GERD, severe abdominal pain accompanied by intermittent constipation but not necessarily related to constipation. Overall it was a horrible experience the only reason I rated it with a two was because it did effectively lower my blood glucose but it wasn't worth it. I am still in agony. I have been told it may take weeks to clear my system."


"Cipro worked the first time I got a urinary tract infection but has become less effective with each successive one. This time my doctor gave me an injection of Rocephin followed by a 15 day (twice a day) treatment of Doxycycline."


"They switched me from Necon to Nortrel saying it was the "same". Within the first week I knew it was bad for my body. My acne got worse and hurt, and my doctor said it should be helping my acne get better. Since I started 6 months ago with Nortrel I have had dry eyes and now I have a hard time seeing far away, which my eye doctor said is due to dry eyes since I have 20/20 vision. I was on Necon for 4 years and was so upset they switched me. I'm stopping the pill completely now and I'm worried about side effects of going off but it's not worth the dry eyes and other bad side effects. Very disappointed."


"I, before starting this, read a lot of negative reviews. My endocrinologist wanted to try this as a way to see if my hair loss, acne, and a few other issues were related to something that this medication would help. I have been on it for a month. In the first week, my skin cleared about 90% and since, my hair has stopped falling out. Some of the extra body hair I was growing has ceased and also disappeared. It does give you headaches, and it does  make me cry a lot, which is abnormal for someone who has no emotional outbursts, ever. I have not gained any weight. I lost three pounds. Although it did make me lose a few pounds, it does keep your stomach a bit bloated. I think it is something that you personally would notice. Its good overall."


"I got my Nexplanon implant out today after being fed up with the heavy spotting since I got it in three months ago. Not only was I sick of the everyday spotting, I have been experiencing fatigue, headaches and mood swings. I guess I can't be on any form of BC including the pills. I am looking forward to being "normal" self. Gave it a 6 because it seemed to work at preventing pregnancy. However, I'd rather deal with condoms if that mean no annoying side effects."


"I am 32 yrs old and have had severe chronic daily migraines/ herniated disc with lots of head and back pain ever since I was 16 yrs old. I also have a tumor on my spinal cord that causes pain as well. I've been on every pain medicine that's out there. My doc switched me to Vicoprofen 10mg 4x day due to it not having Tylenol in it. I've been on it for 2/3 months and it's working just fine. Due to me/my body having a high tolerance level because of taking pain medicines, mostly Lortab 10's for many yrs, the only thing I worry about is building up a tolerance to this as well. I can take on an empty stomach or full. I'm just thankful for the FDA coming out with this to help save my liver. Hope this helps others!"


"Have had mine for a month with zero complaints. All I can say is don't let the reviews scare you, discuss all options with your doctor. I had made my appointment and then read reviews and freaked out. Went in, discussed my fears with my doctor, and she thought I would do fine on this birth control. I live an active lifestyle and had been on the pill for 4  years. So far no period, small spotting, no weight gain, no emotional changes, or any other concerns. I'm still keeping track of my weight and any other changes, but so far so good. Just discuss with your doctor and choose what's right for you!"


"I never thought I could have done better than how I was before. I am doing better at sports, behavior wise, and paying attention in class."


"I have been taking this medicine for 2 1/5 months and have lost 3 inches and 17lbs and I feel a whole lot better and have more energy. Also, walking twice a day at 6 am and 6:30 pm for 2 miles each session. I have cut my food portions in half and I want to be losing more but, I am happy to be making the progress I am making. I had to increase my fiber because the medicine made me constipated. I do drink 10-12 glasses of water daily and that does helps some. I would love to read other posts on their progress that are recent this year. I will keep you updated."


"I've started taking Concerta because of ADD when I was 21. I went to see my doctor, I was explaining to him that I had difficulty keeping up at school since I was a kid, but the only reason I'm in University was because I was in art school. He prescribed me concerta. If anyone took speed before, it's exactly the same effect. You do get a down. You are more focused. You loose weight. However, you can go to sleep at night. The problem is, I don't take it everyday, I think it's a little bit too harsh for me. I'll go see him again, maybe I have psychological issues.
It DID help with my sleeping: I always fell asleep in the afternoon, it took everything I had to stay awake ( at school, at home, at friends house) I was known as the sleeper."


"I've been taking contrave for almost a year now and want to update anyone reading this on my experience.  I've said it before and it still holds true, the side effects can be nasty.  I've had most of them and am now experiencing quivering in my hands and head and hair thinning.  That's the bad, along with this med having the potential to be very dangerous.  The good is that the weight loss is real.  I've been living by the diet I always follow when trying to lose weight and exercising same as I always have, usually 45mins 3x a week.  12 months on this drug has been the catalyst my body needed to let go of that weight.  I've lost 80lbs and 15 bmi points.  I have 50lbs more I want to lose, and I'm actually confident I will achieve that."


"Help! I took plan b on October 28th, 3 hours after an incident my bf and I had. I got a period about 2 weeks later on November 12th. It was lighter and I didn't have cramps but still it lasted the same amount of time they usually do. MY PERIODS ARE VERY IRREGULAR. I had a period on July 14th, August 15th, September 22nd. I did not have one in October.. my last period was the one after plan b on November 12th. I took a pregnancy test on November 28th and it was negative. I'm worried sick because I haven't gotten a period this month!! I don't know if plan b worked or not!! I plan to take a test as soon as I can but I'm worried. Is this normal?? "


"Lets me have a normal life."


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"I didn't like being on this birth control. I was on it for about 2 months when I started to have seriously bad acne breakouts. I always would a few pimples before my period, but these breakouts were terrible, and they would last forever. I also started to break out on my chest. Something else I noticed was weight gain. I am an avid runner and when I started Junel I gained about 6 pounds and felt consistently bloated... which is very abnormal for me. As far as protecting against pregnancy goes it definitely did its job and I haven't noticed any significant changes in my mood one way or the other. I have cramping on the first day of my period but it isn't too bad and my period lasted about 4-5 days."


"I've taken this medicine for a little over a year and the results have been wonderful.  No side effects.  It's hard to put into words how much it has improved my quality of life.  Unfortunately, the copay is now too high and I will have to stop taking it."


"I compound fractured my tib/fib (lower leg) and was in unbearable pain I had to get an emergency surgery to get 3 surgical steel rods put in my leg. I went home 2 weeks later from heavy morphine usage at the hospital my doctor prescribed me with norco and it works very well I feel absolutely no pain what so ever all though I do feel tired and happy whilst on the pain killer it works out amazingly for my situation."


"My dr gave me two sample packs and told me to take all the 10mg tablets and once I was done I could go up to 20mg if I needed it, but I continue to get a prescription for 20mg and cut them in half so it lasts me twice as long. She told me I would have upset stomach the first night and that was literally the only bad side effect I had! I take it after dinner/before bed. Right away it made me feel more awake, able to handle things my stressors better, and gave me a general sense of well being. I can still get aggravated so I don't feel like a zombie, and I'm still able to have the big O. I am 36 and have tried 10 or so different antidepressants over the years since I was in my late teens and nothing has ever worked as well as this."


"Been on it for three day, and feel like myself again. Decompression, fusion, injection therapy, muscle relaxers, opiates, nerve blockers, NSAIDs. Nothing has given me long term relief the way Ultram ER has. Aside from the dependence issues, I think I found my wonder drug. I have degenerative disk disease and spinal stenosis."


"I've been on contrave two and a half weeks. I never had the urge to want to work out before but since I've started contrave I feel like working out all the time. The only side effect I have is diarrhea after eating. I haven't changed my diet and still easy when I'm hungry but I don't crave all the foods I use to. I crave sweet stuff but not sugary stuff like candy. Typically fruits cure this craving. I have not lost any weight at all, but I want to say that I have lost 2 inches off my waist line. This is probably from going to the gym and gaining muscle.  I go on the 17th for my 1 month check up and can't wait to see what the doctor says. My nurse has been on it for 3 months and lost 40 pounds so I'm hoping to have some good results too."


"First, let me start off by saying that I did not know which category to choose, as this medication has helped me with several (OCD, PTSD, panic disorder, antenatal depression, claustrophobia, agoraphobia, social anxiety, and GAD.) For years, I debated and even fought the idea of taking medicine. After many years of struggling from a host of debilitating mental illnesses, I vowed if I was brave enough to try SSRI's, that I would come back and write about my experience in hopes that this post could at help at least one individual. At first, my antenatal depression and anxiety got so much worse, and I pretty much experienced every side effect in the book (yes, even the scary ones). I cannot even believe how amazing I feel just 8 weeks later!"


"I have been on Rituxan therapy since January of 2009. My first infusion included 8+ hours in that chair with immediate shortness of breath. My Dr and the RN stayed with me as they put me on oxygen immediately. A few minutes later it was as if it hadn't occurred. Suffice to say it was a long day.
Went back 2 weeks later for my second round and no problems at all.
I was troubled with insomnia the 2 days after. The RN asked the Dr to lower the dose of saline in the infusion and increase the dose of benadryl in the infusion. Worked like a charm!
So now, 8 years later I have been receiving Rituxan therapy approximately twice a year with no problems. My RA has not progressed.
Just wondering if it is time for a change OR if it's not broken..."


"Until my doctor gave me Zofran, I was one of the millions of women who suffered terrible morning sickness. It was so bad, in fact, that I couldn't work. The first day I took it, I became dizzy, but the vomiting stopped. The dizziness was gone by the second day. It did cause constipation and I was hungry all the time. By the second trimester, I went off of it and found that my bowel movements returned to normal and my appetite had returned to somewhat normal.

It definitely serves its purpose during the first trimester."


"I LOVE Seasonique. Four months in and no problems with it. Would recommend to anyone who doesn't want to deal with more than four periods a year."


"I've never experienced problems with my previous birth control but Immediately after starting tri-strintec I started experiencing negative side effects from these pills. I thought it was all due to the change and needed to give my body time to adjust but after a little over a year I've had enough. My periods lasted a month and a half every 3-4 months, would spot for 3 days after intercourse, would constantly wake up covered in sweat, I exercised/ate healthy but still gained 9 lbs This pill has made me nervous to try any other birth control pill."


"I took Effexor for a little over a year. I really didn't feel anything at all. It numbs your emotions to a cold lukewarm middle of nothingness. I also had a minor seizure after accidentally forgetting to take it one day."


"This used to be my holy grail and whilst over two years later it still works, it's definitely not as effective as it was when I started using it. I wouldn't say this is a long term solution however when used with breaks in between it seems to clear my acne up a bit and I can certainly notice the difference. In combination with the pill I find it does the job nicely, however I've found my skin has sort of built up a resistance to it which is shame.
The cream is extremely drying so definitely use moisturiser if you do suffer from dry skin and don't put it on at the start of the day and expect it to not linger if you're planning on putting makeup on even six hours later."


"This medication for me was ok, it gave me less side effects than other antidepressants. I was prescribed it for Major Depressive Disorder along with BPD and anxiety. It seemed to make me a bit null at first then it helped me think more clearly, less invaded by suicidal thoughts, etc. I do take it along with quetiapine (an antipsyscotic) and it seems to meld well with it ."


"I am a woman taking flomax for severe urinary retention.  Flomax works wonderfully, although it did not start to work for me until I had taken it for about 3 weeks.  Initially there was some mild drowsiness and dizziness, which has mostly subsided.  Make sure you talk to your doctor about getting on a bathroom schedule so you can eventually stop taking this.  I was going 15 to 20 x/day and not able to empty below 200 ccs.  This combination has gotten me down to going only 6 or 7 x/day, and completely empty."


"Every time I take Amoxillin I get stomach /abdomen problems and can't control my bowels. Also I feel very anxious and can't think straight. I try not to do anything important as I can't focus at all. Other people I know have also experienced this (thankfully )as I thought I was getting mentally ill! These antibiotics really make you feel low but they work! I was prescribed 3 x 500 mg for a week after dental extraction but could only manage to take 2 a day. I quit after 4 days though I know its important to take the whole course. I try to stay out of the sun when Im on this drug as symptoms are worse if you sunbathe."


"From the day I started taking Vyvanse 2 months ago, I have become less impulsive, more organized, am completing past undone projects, can follow a difficult discussion longer without irritation, watch TV less, decisions are easier, and I've lost 20 pounds moving from 210 pounds to 190 with less compulsion to eat.  Food has lost some of its interruptive attraction.  I sleep my 7-8 hours and go all day instead of working mornings with lots of coffee and slumping in the afternoon."


"I have been on Microgestin Fe 1/20 for about 4 months now, and I could not be more happy with this BC! This is my first time taking any type of BC pill, and I was honestly scared to start one due to many bad stories I've heard about "the pill". The first month I had a very heavy period, along with terrible cramps, a breakout of acne and no more sex drive. After that first month, my periods have been extremely light and short with no cramps, my skin is super clear, but my sex drive is still nowhere to be found. I do experience irritability, but no weight gain (or loss!) I am not sexually active so I've had no scares, or any experience of how well this pill works with preventing pregnancy. Overall I'm very happy with this pill!"


"I am only on my 3rd week and I have gotten 2-3 pimples the week of my cycle since I was 13 with maybe a few more throughout the week if I was stressed.

My acne has gotten very consistent, which I understand to be a normal response until your body adjusts to the hormones. I also understand that everyone react differently, but this BC is used a lot for treating acne and is my first time using BC.

This has severely discouraged my confidence, Im contemplating misses an important baby shower just to avoid people. I get a new pimple every single day, luckily each one is gone within two days, but my chin and for head are just rough, I'm just not used to not feeling confident.

I sure hope it improves, or I will stop using all together."


"Only the brand Flomax works for me. After falling asleep on the seat a few times I switched to Flomax brand and it made all the difference in the world. If I DO wake up to pee, I pee. It's like having a 30-year-old prostate (not 65). But I can pee, whee!"


"I started Deplin 8 months ago. I thought it was helping but I didnt notice drastic effects. I stopped taking it for 2 weeks due to the cost and quickly realized it had been working.I started feeling lethargic and unmotivated. Since I have been taking it daily I am much more active, energetic, less moody, and I am happier. I think it is a subtle change but over time it is drastic."


"My life was grey on everything my mood was bad, depressed and emotional about having to sweep my own floor. I talked to my primary care doctor and asked about tramadol and he said great things. I now take 6 a day and have been a different person. I now have energy, patient and a better father who plays with his kids again. Saved my life."


"Interesting results which vary from day to day. Have had higher than usual blood sugar readings on some days. Have taken Tradjenta only 3 weeks. Deleted almost all carbs from diet and had better blood sugar results.  124 vs. 143 upon rising.  Also eat an earlier dinner, and no snacking after dinner. Resulted in 124 reading in morning. Will take for a month and decide if I will continue."


"After my period was over, I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend, he never finished inside of me, and within 20 hours took the pill as a safety measure . A few days later (4/5 days) I got my period again or irregular vaginal bleeding, what ever it was.  I don't know if that was suppose to be my period or what not, I'm still waiting anxiously for my period because I'm pretty sure that slip period/irregular vaginal bleeding messed it up so it could come in another week - but it is worry some, I don't want to be pregnant. 17 is not old enough to be a mother"


"I've been on quite a few medicines the last 14 years. Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Lexapro, Xanax combination, Effexor to name a few. My doctor started me on Viibryd a week ago I'm on 10mg and tomorrow I start the 20mg. So far this pill has been a lifesaver. I haven't had any side effects that many people speak of. I heard you got to eat with it and the key is protein because it helps the pill absorb into your system. I've been very happy and positive but not too happy as some pills will do. So far it has been the best depression pill I have tried."


"I have been taking Fioricet as needed for about 15 years. I love it. If Fioricet doesn't help, nothing does. I do not find it to be habit forming at all. I do find that if i take it for too many days in a row it is not as effective and then I suffer from rebound headaches."


"I had symptoms of a yeast infection for a couple days, so decided to hit the store and pick up some Monistat. The last time I had one, I used the 3-day Monistat and it worked great, no problems. I thought the one day sounded great. HAHA OK. The best I can say is it DOES seem to work. But soon after inserting it and using the cream everything started to BURN. It wasn't like fire crawling up there, but kind of like the burn of getting shampoo in your eye. Just...annoying. And it wouldn't go away. I tried to clean as much of it off as I could, but it burned all day. I woke up the next day and things were raw, but no longer burning. So it didn't last LONG, but it sure was awful while it was happening! Stick to the 3-day stuff!"


"started zoloft 25mg but was told to brake  in half for three days then go to the 25mg for two weeks then to 50mg , the first week was hell!!! Was throwing up none stop, horrible diarrhea made my anxiety so much worse, I weighed 85 pounds and went down to 73, was in and out of the er because I needed fluids, after week too I could tell my depression was better but my anxiety was still bad got to the point I couldn't leave my bed, my son missed basketball games had to have my mom go to the store for me, after week 3 on the 50mg doctor  prescribed me  xanax (one a day if needed) it helped a lot with my anxiety but my side effects keep getting worse so the doctor got me off the zoloft, a lot better now off the zoloft and haven't had anxiety in a week,"


"Best birth control I've ever taken. No weight gain, no periods (due to low hormone, Doc said that was normal)
However, why am I paying nearly $100 for this pill! I have insurance too!
I want to continue using this pill because my body is taking it really well but I'm going broke!"


"I was prescribed this drug when it was first introduced over 10 years ago by sanofi- Aventis,or ucb pharma. I was havening severe reactions to , indoor and outdoor allergies. dust mites, certain soaps, and food allergies. For the longest time I had to be very careful what I could eat. This product changed my life style and how I was living. By far the best allergy medicine out there, and I have taken them all. Yes it is expensive, but worth it. I have been taking  5 milligrams a day for over 10 years now, and it still works. Generic doesn't work. It's not the same. Xyzal is the best."


"The injection hurt, was a very big sting and burning sensation, I was hoping for relief sooner and longer but it did neither. I got the shot about 4 pm, was able to move my arm without pain about 5 pm and was back to hurting before 6 pm."


"This is the only medication that has worked for me. I have taken it on three occasions and it has gotten rid of my headache within 40 minutes. It's amazing.  The only side effect I've had is a slight feeling of heartburn.  "


"This is my 5th time this year on Metronidazole for an impacted wisdom tooth that can't be removed but keeps developing an abscess. It usually follows a failed course of amoxicillin and although it always clears up the infection the side effects are pretty awful. I feel like I've the flu for the first few days (fever, fatigue, unable to sleep, stomach cramps and loss of appetite) which usually means I have to miss work and then a really sickly stomach for the last three. It also takes me a few days after finishing the course for my energy levels and stomach to get back to normal. So drug works but the side effects are worse than my actual aliment."


"I started at 247lbs and took it for 3 months and am now at 214lbs. It worked great. Lots of energy and no appetite. Had to make sure and eat things that were healthy because I needed the nutrition and I did exercise daily but after the 3rd month really noticed extreme hair loss, so I had to stop. It's been 5 months and my hair is still thin and I am at 208lbs now. Good luck."


"Months 3-5 were very difficult for me. I had been very optimistic after reading reviews and I wanted a quick fix after trying everything else. Sometimes my acne seemed even worse than before I started treatment. Thankfully, I didn't give up and it seemed like one day, over night, my face stopped producing acne!! I guess that it just took 6 months for my hormones to adjust to treatment & balance out. But my skin has never looked better in my whole life and I am so grateful and thankful for this medication and that I stuck with it! I don't wake up any more expecting to see a new cyst on my face, I can just live my life not worrying about my skin anymore! Took 6 months but it's the only thing that has worked &my skin is CLEAR for the 1st time!"


"Was on antidepressants/ADHD meds for about 10 years.  GAD, mild depression, OCD and ADHD.  I stopped taking all meds and been off for a couple years.  I have always had some GAD and poor focus. With work and school my stress level went up, then the obsessive thoughts/GAD went up and mood went down.  I didn't like other antidepressants due to insomnia and that numb/disconnected human feeling you get with them.  I have been on Viibryd 10mg for one week and I was pleasantly surprised at not feeling the numb feeling.  I do have mild gastrointestinal symptoms of bloating and gas.  Stools a little loose but not diarrhea.  I feel great in respect to mood and obsessive worry is way down.  Will try 20mg, won't go past 20mg after reading reviews."


"Humira cleared my psoriasis in three weeks. Then it came back 3 times worse, 3 times more painful that it's ever been in the 33 years that I have suffered with it. "


"I got it in 2 and a half years ago at 33 after 4 kids knowing I was finished having babies, absolutely love it best thing ever the no hormones suits me perfectly tried many different pills never agreed with me, heavy painful periods to begin with but manageable."


"I have not had it long enough to know the side effects. I just got it yesterday and it took all of 2 mins to do, my midwife numbed me then inserted it and it only felt like a small pinch. I'm a big baby when it comes to pain and I didn't think it was bad at all. I had tried to get the Mirena first and that was the most painful experience ever for me."


"First couple weeks were good but after that had a lot of nervous energy and a lot of waking up thoroughout the night. About a month in a began having intrusive thoughts and had to be hospitalized. They took me off the Rexulti and the intrusive thoughts went away after about two days."


"At first I loved this thing because I couldn't get pregnant. However now I'm constantly spotting constantly it never stops, my acne is going insane, my depression medication doesn't work, and I've gained over 20 pounds. I used to be so little and never had to worry about my weight. I've had mine in for about 6 months now. And I want it removed as soon as possible."


"I've been taking this birth control for a year now and I absolutely love it. Since I started taking I've seen no physical change in my health. It cleared up my skin great!"


"51 years old-postmenopausal for 2 years. Started this for hot flashes, night sweats, trouble sleeping. Been taking med for 3 months now. Had cramping & bleeding initially. Titrated patch by cutting in half. Had exam & endometrial biopsy to rule out any problems. Bleeding stopped. After 3 weeks at half patch, symptoms returned somewhat. Increased back to whole patch- 2 weeks no bleeding, now have cramping & bleeding again for 3 days now. I know these are side effects that usually completely subside, so I am waiting to see if the bleeding stops altogether. The patch has stayed on with no problem, & is very effective. I have thick hair, but have noticed slight thinning which is not a problem so far. I will give it more time."


"I was put on Keppra as a safer choice while being pregnant. While Lamictal has more studies done I was allergic to it. I have loved being on Keppra. I was drowsy at first but that side effect went away but now I need to decide whether to breast feed or not. So many places say not to I am wondering if anybody has any advice."


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"I have been on the Depo shot for almost a year now, and it has been terrible. I love not having a period, but the shot has made me incredibly depressed and moody. I cry all the time and get insanely mad at the slightest thing. It also made me have sharp pains and cramps. It is convenient but the side effects don't make it worth it. "


"Whether coming home from a hard days work or worrying about the next job, Valium 10mg has been a wonder drug for me. It calms me down and allows me to think straight."


"For the first 3-4 months, things were going great. Insertion was painful but you get over that quick enough. Then I developed horrible cystic acne and didn't put 2 and 2 together right away. Even as a teen, I had no acne; now my skin is disgusting. More recently, I've experienced severe cramping for multiple days in a row. I called right away to schedule removal after a total of about 11 months. I'd rather go back to the pill until my husband can get his vasectomy."


"Prescribed this antibiotic 2 days ago and all its done is made me cough, vomit , phlem/mucus , mild diarrhea. I am sick of it already!!! I still have 5 days to go and I'm seriously considering throwing them is the bin! Horrible taste in my mouth too. I feel like it's making me worse not better! Horrible antibiotic!,"


"I loved being on Reclipsen. I started taking it when I was 20 and had no side effects, probably because I was active in college and had other things to distract me. I'm now 26 and stopped taking Reclipsen so my husband and I can start trying for a baby, so far the effects of coming off Reclipsen have been horrible. I can't wait to get pregnant and have babies so I can go back on Reclipsen!"


"I LOVE this product. I just started using it yesterday and it already stopped my sweating. I can raise my hand, stretch, and participate in gym activities. The only bad part about this is the stinging. I did shave that morning, and I applied it at around 8:00pm. It felt like someone was pricking me with a needle for about 20-30 minutes, but it definitely subsided after that and I was able to sleep, shower,

 and apply deoderant. It is SO worth some sting to stop the sweat and not have deoderant caked on my shirts."


"I have had abnormal bleeding and digestive problems due to endometriosis for about six months now.  The digestive problems have not changed but the abnormal bleeding has stopped."


"Just finishing my first pack with this medication and I have to say, it's working great for me. I'm 20 years old and this was my first time on a hormonal birth control. I chose to get on it for birth control, to help acne, and to regulate my period. Needless to say, I was scared to try it and was worried about side effects. My first week was probably the hardest. I bled for the first 2 days pretty heavy then it stopped. I had nausea on and off for the first week and a half or so, sometimes lasting all day. I could tell my body was a little thrown off but it subsided by week two. Since then, its been smooth sailing and I feel adjusted and perfectly myself on it. Nothing but a good experience for me so far!"


"Problems are panic attacks, phobias and generalized anxiety disorder, as a result to early menopause.  First I tried Effexor 75mg, horrible blood pressure sky rocket up 170/101... Then I tried Fetzima for 5 days and couldn't tolerate high heart rate.  Resting Heart Rate 96 and while I was walking 110 to 125. Not good always felt like I was climbing a hill, otherwise no other side effects except goosebumps and feeling cold.  So then I started Cymbalta 13 days ago, the first 3-4 days very anxious, unable to sleep major.  My body was tired, but my mind was not.  Every time I would try to sleep my jaw would clench and my body would jerk (myoclonis jerks) and wake me up.  I took small dose of Ativan to help me sleep.  Also the first 4 days became hypoglycemic."


"I have  been taking clonidine for 4 days and my blood pressure has not gone down at all. I am so dizzy and lightheaded that it is making it difficult to function. Also very dry mouth so it is just not working for me."


"I had the most horrible case of a bronchial infection. I was sick for almost a week. I went to the doctor, I was prescribed a 250mg Z-pack. I began to feel better on the second day, which is where I am now. I am beginning to cough up some phlegm that was making my chest feels so very tight.so far I am not experiencing any side effects. I do take it during a midday snack. I have rated it a 10 so far based on my personal experience. I just hope it clears this completely up."


"Helped with acne, although not the "miracle" we hoped for. However, he did experience severe psych issues at month #4. A college kid with absolutely no previous psych issues , became very depressed. No specific incidents or issues occurred, just a depression over nothing. Tears and sadness with no links to anything. Couldn't eat or sleep.We immediately stopped."


"I have been taking BuSpar for 8 plus years.  I still have some side effects of dizziness if taken on an empty stomach and coffee but I think that is asking for trouble.  I can honestly say it saved my marriage and family life.  High stressed medical position always being on call which increased my anxiety. Anxiety was at such a level that no one could stand to be around me.  I take 10mg once in the morning which lowers my anxiety to a tolerable level for the day.  When I feel extra stress coming on I take 10mg in the morning and 10mg at night.  It does not work for everyone as many have mentioned but it has given me a second wind to enjoy life to the fullest."


"I got my iud put in in August and I literally have not stopped bleeding since. My doctor told me I could bleed for up to 6 months (it’s been 3) but I didn’t think that it would be CONSTANT. The first 2 weeks were  awful. Given, I don’t have the highest pain tolerance, but I was truly in a lot of pain for about a month after. Getting the IUD put in was so painful for me. The actual process only took about 10 minutes, but I sat in the room being fanned by a poor nurse and her giving me juice so I didn’t pass out for an hour. Hopefully, after 6 months all will be normal and that the pain will be worth it."


"I developed acne at the age of 32. I was fortunate and had been blessed with clear skin and had never had an issue before so the cystic type acne I was getting around my cheeks and jaw line that would not go away was incredibly traumatic to me emotionally. Nothing I tried would clear it up. I was devastated. I went to a dermatologist for the first time in my life and he told me that the acne was almost certainly hormonal and a result of my IUD (inserted just over a year prior) and that Spironolactone was about the only thing that would work. He was right! He initially put me on a dose of just 50mg a day which took about a month or so to show results, and then worked great for about three of four months. After that time I saw a slight recurrence, not nearly as bad as what I was initially dealing with, but enough that I called my dermatologist. I explained the situation, he upped dosage to 100mg daily and my skin has been gorgeous and clear again ever since (about six months or so now)! This works, period."


"My fiancee has been incarcerated and has been taking BuSpar for over 60 days and he says it is helping him to deal with his anxiety. He has had a problem with marijuana and his counsellor prescribed this medicine and he is so greatful."


"I love this product. It helped reduce my rosacea outbreaks ( pimples) and dry flaky skin. Metrogel cream was just aweful for me but Rosiver ( the Canadian name) has helped my skin so much. I only get an occasional outbreak here and there, which may be related to hormones and or being exposed to the elements. I do have some rosacea redness but it has gotten much better. My doctor shared with me that only laser treatment will help with the redness. I started seeing amelioration within the first 2 months of using this cream and it only got better. After a year of using this product, I see BIG improvements. I'm so happy! I don't have to hide anymore and wear minimal makeup. One tube of this product will last you 3-4 months easily. Good luck!"


"So far so good. Haven't had any problems within the first 2 months. Definatly going to carry on the shot :)"


"Great"


"I can focus so much easier now, my thoughts are manageable and I can keep them straight in a way I never have before
the only downsides are I am basically emotionless and it's difficult for me to let loose and have fun. Also another problem is when I miss a day I turn into a lunatic, like I am hyperactive, running on pure energy and unable to control what comes out of my mouth (thank God my teachers are cool!)."


"So I have been taking these tablets for a couple of days. I have already noticed a change in my confidence when In social situations. Although I still worry and feel anxious, I feel a little calmer. The thing is, on the first night, I felt extremely weird. My head was spacey and I couldn't register what people were saying, and once I realised I couldn't come up with a reply. Today, I woke up and I felt drunk and stoned at the same time but not as severe. I found it hard walk straight, my balance was off. I feel happier but not less anxious? I kind of felt calmer and giddy."


"I am halfway through my Zoladex treatment, and it has been an absolute God send for my pain. I'm not in any pain at all, which is exactly what I wanted. However I am struggling with the side effects; hot flashes, headaches, weakness, night sweats, tiredness, bone pain. I was struggling to get through the day before the treatment, and now I have these other problems to deal with. I am torn about how I feel about it. I would definitely recommend it though, as everyone has different levels of these symptoms, I might just be a bad case."


"Out of the 5 people I know who have gotten this birth control, I am the only one who still has it in. I had it inserted 2yrs ago. The procedure itself was not bad. I have to say this is the worst birth control I have used.  The acne started first.  As soon as my periods stopped, the cramping started almost every day. Within the last 4 months I have gained a lot of weight. I am having terrible headaches and heartburn. I constantly feel bloated and all the weight I gained went straight to my stomach. I am puking, my breasts are incredibly sore. I feel like I'm pregnant when I'm not....mood swings, pain every day, urinary tract infections, etc. I am having it removed!"


"I started taking this pill over a year and a half ago for birth control. I've always had somewhat irregular periods. The first couple of months were awful. I had my period every two weeks. I called my OB to get a prescription of Provera to stop the bleeding . After a few months the bleeding stopped and I stopped getting my period! I've only had it twice in the last year and a half, and only when  I messed up taking my pills on time. They were very light and short, compared to long and heavy before I started taking the pills. Its been great not having a period!  I haven't had any other side effects, except recently my blood pressures been a bit on the high side, but I am also under a lot of stress, so I don't know if its from the pills."


"I got the IUD inserted today & it did not hurt. I felt a slight cramp, that's it! So far I have no bleeding & no pain."


"My body reacted to implanon I have a face full of pus pimples. Took it out and Dr. Adviced to use mirena as it has lowest dosage of hormonal influences. 6 months later Inserted the mirena, I cramped for 1 day.. and started spotting from 28/7/2016 until yesterday decided to take it off.
I have been spotting for more than 6 months.. sex drive decrease to 0. Dry vagina. Due to spotting for 6+months needed iron supplement."


"I started out at 307 pounds on July 15, 2013. My cholesterol was out of control and I felt depressed and had no energy. The doctor put me on phentermine. 1 a day and now increased to 1 1/2. Today is November 25, 2013 and I have officially lost 62 pounds. My advice, don't sit around and wait for it to work. I started a heart healthy diet and I work out 4 times a week at least. I did a complete life style change and feel so much better. A lot of people say they don't have time to work out. Make time. I have a full time job, children, husband and a house to take care off. You have to want it bad enough. Good luck!!!"


"Years ago I was taking Zoloft for depression.  I was not taking it for Trichotillomania, though I had been pulling my hair out of a long time.  It wasn't until I stopped taking Zoloft and started back pulling my hair out that I even realized I had stopped!  It was the only medicine that ever helped and I wasn't even expecting it too.  Unfortunately I can't take it long-term because it causes me to have facial tics which over time become very painful.  But most people don't have that problem."


"I started my hepatitis treatments on Nov 15th of this year.. I have had some bad side effects.  Diarrhea, nauseous alot, muscle aches and headaches. I just found out that the Insurance company only paid for the first month of treatments. I don't know what's going to happen now because I no longer have insurance.  But I would rather go thru the side effects than get no treatments at all"


"Have been using methenamine for prevention of urine infection for 14 years and it works very well. I recommend this drug."


"This steriod helped kill the pain of my condition. The only bad thing is I tended to become very tired every time I took the medication. Overall a decent product."


"It's been three days since I've been on this medicine. First time user also. I never had a bladder infection but it got a lot better than it was the first day with the burning and pain. I am still experiencing a bit of the burning. I am hoping it works and takes it fully away about the time its my last dose. At first this medicine made me nauseous and tired but I drank more water and it seemed to help take that away."


"I had heart palpations from this stuff...I told my PCP that I was having problems with it and they tripled my dosage...I had a heart attack a week later...they discontinued it...it does nothing for pain...at least for me..."


"I wasn't on this long enough to see anything positive, because it made me lethargic, gave me headaches, body aches, and completely sunk my libido. Two other people I know who went on Lamictal around same time as me also had their libidos die."


"I was switched to loser tan when an increase in lisinopril (at a low dose also fantastic) gave me such a chronic dry cough I would turn blue and wretch. Often with blood as I damaged my throat since switching to 50mg Losartan I have lost the cough and feel fine. As much as my other conditions are allowing me to be. I am 49 and have severe asthma and due to an accident chronic long term pain. So have not noticed any back pain but I think Losartan works really well for me and if they ever need to increase the dose we are going to monitor for any side effects (this was my gp's advice not mine) I have. A great gp and would recommend trying Losartan all drugs work for some people and not others I can't take lisinopril or amlodopine for example."


"Have just been diagnosed with Relapsing-remitting  MS have been on Gilenya since March 2017 only side effect at the moment is constant joint pain, wondering if anyone else has experience this? Is there any pain relief for the joints that actually works?"


"I work as ER case manager, there was many cases of influenza. Some how I became exposed without even doing any patient care. Wednesday chills started, Thursday at work had itchy throat and thought it was allergies. Friday had increased congestion, cold like symptoms, malaise, and body  aches; I sent myself home early. Went to urgent care, felt sick as a dog, knew fever was coming, waited 1 and a 1/2 hours with a mask on and snotty nose. Test positive for influenza A, filled my expensive Tamiflu prescription; next day, fever gone but very tired with upper respiratory issues. Come Monday feeling better, stronger but still taking breathing treatments. Med works but has difficulty with those who have asthma or other respiratory diagnosis."


"I have taken it for PTSD at night for a long time. I'm able to sleep without having horrific nightmares. There is weight gain, but that boosts me to eat healthy and exercise, which helps my depression!  klonipin to help with daytime anxiety and Seroquel before bed are the two drugs that keep me sane and able to live a normal life."


"This medicine changed my life - I have chronic fatigue and I take because I am constantly tired and have no energy. This has given me the energy I need to be a mom and a normal human being. This is the first stimulant I tried. My doctor prescribed me adderall
After my insurance wouldn't cover it and there are major differences. Adderall xr makes me on edge and nasty but the adzenys doesn't give me any side effects besides appetite loss. Will take this forever"


"I am on this medication since February 2016.
At that time I was literally hopeless, unable to sleep, eat, work and live.I barely could get out of bed for a shower.I was diagnosed with severe depression. I started sertraline. Things slowly improved ,in 3-4 weeks I could eat and sleep again. The medicine reached its full potential in about 3 months, and since then no sign of depression, I am a much more balanced, happy person right now."