"My hair was falling out and my doctor began a series of kenalog shots(3).Within 30 days I noticed it stopped falling out,and began growing back.Kenalog was successful for my hair,I regained a lost sense of smell,and it restored a sense of well being I didnt realize I had lost to cronic fatigue.It was wonderful, however I experienced a huge indenture on my body in the area I received the shot.It looks like a shark bite.My doctor said it is fat scarring.There are others who got this dent too."


"As an A-Detachment medic i was forced to use this drug for over two years straight.  I was also in charge of malaria chemoprophylaxis for my team.  During the loading dose my guys started complaining of weird dreams and depression.  Returning from South America at least 3 out of 11 of the team guys divorced their wives.  By the time I raised the BS flag and started a new preventive treatment another 3 were on their way to divorce or had separated from spouse due to depression and other issues like anger and other issues directly associated with Lariam.  I wrote an extensive report and pass it along to 7th Group Surgeon but did not even get a courtesy reply.  Today I walk around with multiple issues depression, other mental and physical....."


"Was on Levothyroxine for two years with a litany of ailments and conditions. Went on WP Thyroid and got rid of most of the unwanted conditions associated with hypothyroidism."


"I was having panic attacks all the time which morphed into a stressful state of depression. Yes, I was falling apart. I'd also lost a lot of weight, no appetite. I started on 20mg but wow, this stuff is strong!  My pupils became super dilated, I looked like I was on mdma.  I moved down to 10mg for a while then worked my way up to 20mg, then back down to 10mg.  I got almost every side effect in the book: constipation, bizarre dreams, sedation, sexual side effects, sleeping ten hours a night, then taking two hour naps late in the day.  BUT, the panic stopped!  Wow, for the first time in my life I could go to movie theaters, and restaurants with no panic attacks. Gained weight back, it was great. Finally quit when my life was back in order."


"After Orth-tricyclen and Yaz, both of which gave side effects. So I tried Aviane and am quite pleased with it. Other than finding it difficult to get sleep sometimes, I haven't experienced any bad side effects. I also like that it's so inexpensive."


"I've had a lot of success with this drug. I was always distracted, unmotivated, anxious, and down. Remeron gave me clarity of mind, healthy appetite, nice sleep through the night ( and great,vivid dreams). My only negative comment is when you mix this drug with the wrong thing, you feel like you are going to die. If you're relatively healthy, not on many other drugs, don't do any drugs or drink a lot it's a very helpful and basically side effect free. But one time i was an idiot and drank quite a bit and took it as usual, before bed. I was on the ground crawling to my bed- i felt awful. I also tried to quit smoking with a nicoderm patch and i woke up feeling so dizzy, shaking and light headed- very scary."


"This medication has changed my son's life! He was always on multiple medications for asthma and allergies year round and nothing ever truly worked. This medicine is the only one he takes now and he is 100% symptom free of allergies, sinus issues, and asthma flare ups. Very grateful for this medication!"


"I got my Kyleena inserted last week after a couple years of being miserable on different BC pills. (My OBGYN said that the side effects of the pills were probably because the hormones were passing through my digestive system, so an IUD would be better). Insertion was a little painful, more uncomfortable than anything, and only took about 2 minutes. (I never had much cramping during my periods and I took 800mg of ibuprofen before insertion) I spotted for a couple hours after insertion, but it's been a week and I've seen no signs of blood. I experienced moderate pain on just the right side of my body for a few days, but a quick check from my doctor assured me that the IUD was in the right place. So far I'm really happy with my IUD!"


"I have been on Celexa for about two months now and the first two days I had insomnia really bad, but then it got better as time went on. My depression is somewhat balanced, but I do have continued anxiety and stress.
I went to my Doctor's today and had my weight checked and in less than a month I have gained 12 lbs; I was shocked! I was told it could be from the Celexa, so now I'm slowly weaning myself off of that as I try my new medication; Wellbutrin. All in all, Celexa is good, and if it weren't for the weight gain I would have stayed on it. Everybody's body is different and it just wasn't the right medication for me."


"I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome- Constipation and have tried everything out there. They either didn't work or had ridiculous side effects that outnumbered the advantages. Amitiza is the best medicine I have ever taken. I have very severe constipation and take 24mcg 2x/daily. I went from no bowel motions to going once every other day on average. Advice...take it with food. The only side effect I have is crazy nausea and a horrid headache if I take it on an empty stomach. Also it is very expensive and can have a hefty co-pay. Amitiza has a website where you will get a free card to cover your co-pay. I went from $25 out of pocket to $0!"


"This drug need to be taken out of the market!!! Why ?
1. Kills all your good bacteria. Doctor's  don't inform you this and try to give you a diet where you gain back your good bacteria.
2. Yellow tongue - kills all good bacteria.
3. Like other user stated. You feel like something stock in your throat.
ASK YOUR DOCTOR HOW TO HELP YOUR BODY GET YOUR GOOD BACTERIA."


"Absolutely awful experience! I got it in May 2015 and my body has revolted against me since I got the implant. I was a breastfeeding mother until I got nexplanon. While it didn't affect my supply (I exclusively pumped to ensure baby was getting more than enough) my baby didn't gain ANY weight for 3 months until we finally had to supplement with formula. Aside from that, I get awful headaches, NO sex drive, moody all the time, no energy, I'm thinking I'm headed towards depression, I'm waiting on my insurance to get approval to get this thing out! Also my arm is numb around the rod and radiates pain down my arm and side!"


"I'm 5'3 and a month ago I was167. I run an average of 35 miles per week and eat fairly healthy but couldn't lose anything. Just kept gaining, due to Hashimoto. My endo wanted to get my weight in a healthier range to avoid other issues, and gave me a list of choices to research.  Most were pretty scary with side effects.  I chose phen because it seemed the lesser of all evils. I've only take a half dose, usually around 5 am. Today I went for my one month checkup and I lost 9! Whats helpful is that i'm not hungry and have time to consider good choices before mindlessly eating. I wanted to share because we are all different; starting weight, health, etc. 20/month would be great, but remember we all start at different places "


"After 3 1/2 weeks of using Complera, no side effects to speak of. Remember to always take Complera with a meal and a glass of water.  Get a pill box from your Dr or pharmacist to help manage the ritual of daily pill taking."


"I was on Loestrin for about 3 months after a year on generic OrthoCyclen. Initially it was a great switch because the last one made me extremely moody, but the new one had no emotional effects. The first two months we annoying because I was having breakthrough bleeding. By the 3rd month I finally had a normal cycle, but after finishing the 3rd pack I noticed a LOT of my hair was falling out! Apparently Loestrin is a high androgen pill that can cause hair loss, and with a history of hair loss in my family I should never have been on it in the first place. Please talk to you doctor about this side effect before starting; I've lost over 20% of my hair in the last week and it may last another year."


"In Jan of this year I weighed 170.0. I had some gallbladder issues that ended up with it being taken out and caused some weight gain. It is now May and my last weigh in was 141.4. I love my adipex and I would recommend it for anyone. I have had two children and so my body has been through the ringer. I love the energy it gives me and the appetite suppression. I also like that it makes you thirsty and the only thing that helps is water. I am now a water drinker and I drink well over the daily recommendation. I love this!!"


"Seriously how dare they sell this as something thats supposed almost STOP your period. I understand they warn you it can be random but no, that is not what this is. I'm on my second year with this and have even had one check up to complain about my almost CONSTANT period. I was told to try ibuprofen and even given a script for Birthcontrol Pills (but really if I'm in Birth control Already why should I have to take the Pills too? ) to help stop the endless spotting- which for me is more of constant gush> just enough to ruin my entire outfit but not enough to get my moneys worth for all the tampons and panty liners I keep having to use as a precaution. First six months was the only time this bar was worth the burden."


"I have been using this medicine for many years and it really works for me. I walk everywhere, and going up hills it really comes in handy. I however do not like the new design, it tells you how much you have used, which is the good part, but the bad part is it clogs up too easily. The old one clogs as well, but takes longer to do it. I personally have not noticed any side effect of this medicine. The old albuterol inhalers made my heart race, this one does not."


"I was on victoza for 3 months and got really sick. Dr took blood and my lipase and amylase numbers were off the chart. He told me I had pancreatitis. I will never take this drug again. I have never been that sick ever."


"I am 46 years old and have been struggling with hot flashes for 8 years, and more severe now that I have had a total hysterectomy.  The side affects of menopause for me have been severe hot flashes all day and all night.  I have declined to take unnatural replacements. A week ago I began to take 10 mg Melatonin (quick disolve).  I am still waking up throwing the covers off and feeling like my bed is going to catch fire due to the extreme heat of my body..however, I am finally able to fall back to sleep, and feel rested in the morning.  I am pleased with the this supplement and I will continue to take it."


"Been on this medication for over a year and I must say that it works very well. I feel happy, motivated, and in control. It is worth a try if you are suffering from severe depression. It works quick too.

Cons :

-Very expensive without insurance
- withdrawals are awful and can occur within a day (for me) of not taking it."


"Tired/sexual dysfunction i.e. Very hard to achieve orgasm."


"I suffered from severe headaches about two days after I started Yaz. The headaches continued almost every day. I was on the pill for about a year until I finally switched. I no longer have headaches."


"Improvement started immediately after starting medication. Complete return to normal function after 6 months on medication.  Current dose 1.8 mg daily. Stomach issues, which may have been from extensive antibiotic use prior to correct diagnosis, were resolved with Culturelle Probiotic and recognizing lactose intolerance. This drug did cause lactose intolerance."


"Useful  for narcolepsy, gives you more awakening and alert. Recommended low dose with a little caffeine for use in several years. Not useful for long term depression if you have problems modafinil. It makes you more alert and awake.

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"Helped sleep but caused restless legs syndrome."


"I have chronic upper respiratory infections - this works much better for me than the newer antibiotics."


"Tried it a few times but it gave me horrible, disturbing nightmares each time I used it!  Besides that, it was not helpful in actually getting me to sleep."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"I was told by my doctor to double the dose, 2  bottles at 6 pm. And then repeat 2 more bottles at 9pm. After reading these reviews I am only going to do 1 more bottle at 9. The taste was horrific and I felt like my stomach would burst. It has been the worst stuff ever. I have had multiple colonoscopies and never went through this."


"This med was a life saver!! I've been on pain meds since 2004. Taking 6-8 5mg ox and 60mg of morphine a day. I've had back surgery twice and I still have pain but scheduling your day around your meds and it controls you. This medication made the withdraw symptoms very manageable. I will say don't stop taking this medication without talking with your pcp. There are some slight withdraw symptoms with this medication."


"Magnacet is a life saver. The pain relief is unbelievable when taken with my other presriptions. It does make me a bit light headed and drowsy but since helps with the pain it is well worth it."


"I have had eczema all my life on my ankles and now it's moved to my hands. This is the only thing I can use to be able to function daily. My hands bust open and I put this on at night and wear a pair of white cotton gloves to bed."


"Do not get this it controls everything in your mind and more - expect a divorce if married by year 2 you gain almost 100 pounds or more and the weight is stuck on you FOR EVER. Run from this as much as possible it is not worth it you won't get pregnant but a list of problems I swear you will regret this thing quick. Once your body starts to change physically and mentally, sharp pains up and down your arm, worsen migraine, weight gain, bloating, always annoyed everyday and DEPRESSION EXTREMELY BAD"


"I've used this medication twice now in my lifetime, and while it does clear me up, each time it has inflamed and irritated me worse than the yeast infection itself. The irritation does go away after a few days of stopping the medication, but I don't know how worth it is to continue using the medication when it makes me hurt all day every day until it gradually goes away. Considering the fact that winter is right around the corner, it makes it hard to wear the recommended "loose fitting clothing", which further causes irritation when rough/thick fabrics rub in the general direction."


"I was diagnosed with PCOS which caused abnormal periods to the point where I wasn't having them for years. When I was diagnosed at 14 with it they immediately put me on Tri-Previfem. For the first 6 months everything was going great. Then the mood swings started, I suffered from depression before and then this just made it worst. I couldn't stop crying and never wanted to get oh of bed. Last week I stopped taking this and switched to Junel FE. For birth control and acne and period regulator I'd give this a 10/10 but wouldn't consider being on it for two years or long like I was because it can greatly mess with your emotions."


"I hate to write this comment, but it has to be done. I have been on Lyrica for 5 years. I now take 150mg 3x day. At first this was a dream medicine f or me. It relieved the aches and body spasms almost instantly. I could sleep at night, and woke up pain free and was able to live a somewhat normal life. I did however gain 40 lbs. I am now experiencing severe depression, and I feel it is the Lyrica. I ran out once and experienced the worst withdrawal symptoms. I felt like I was dying and the pain was severe. This medicine is wonderful, but getting off of it is very hard. "


"I'm 63 years old I believe I got hep C in either us army because they used the air gun to give you medication ,or my tattoos that I also got at that time .I was told by my doctor 25 years ago from blood test that I was positive for non a non b hep.I take pretty good care of myself work in trades so you have to keep in shape.from the point I found out been taking blood tests twice a year never had a problem .about 5 months ago my doctor told me my numbers were real high .I stating taking it 2 months ago first 2 weeks got the runs every other day also because I work outside was getting queazy from the sun .the runs started going away after 4 weeks but then I started getting headaches and tired .it felt  like somebody pulled the plug ."


"I got the skyla about 3 months ago and the one period I've had since then has been super light . I am sexually active so it's worked so far as to prevent pregnancy , but the one thing I hate is the cramps. Every month so far I've gotten these sharp and really painful cramps , yet I still don't bleed. I'm hoping they will fade away within the next few months, but other than that I love it."


"I'm a mother of two and my youngest is 5 so I can no longer use the baby fat excuse. I spoke to my doctor and she told me that I am very unhealthy and I need to make a life-altering decision. I finally did I want to live a longer life. I'm 27 years old I'm 4ft 11in. March 16, 2017 was my first day taking Phentermine. I weighed in at a 187lb. March 18, 2017 I just weighed myself I'm 185. This is the beginning and I've lost 2 pounds. When you know you've lost a pound in day any side effects are worth it. I'm currently experiencing dry mouth, nausea, it is definitely an appetite suppressant because I haven't been hungry.  I can't wait to see the effects by next week!"


"Tested positive for UTI and was put on nitrofurantoin, 100mg 2x per day for 7 days.  No problems the first day, evening of second day I started with a frequent dry cough (not quite hacking, but close).  Only able to sleep 1-2 hours per night and coughing got worse each day.  Called clinic on 5th day and changed to Bactrim for 3 days.  No burning, some pressure and frequent urge to urinate.

Going to doctor for regular checkup today and will discuss this, but will not take this medicine again."


"I decided to try the Paragard after having my son bc i was tired of the hormones in my bc pills. i got it put in at about 10-11 weeks post partum. Insertion was rough. it definitely hurt and was very uncomfortable, but luckily the effects did not last long after. I have had it for over 2 years now and have absolutely no complaints. periods have been normal and run like clockwork. no other side effects have occurred either. its like its not even there!"


"Worked a couple of times but does not work the third time.  May be my body get used to it."


"Before Depakote, I've tried vitamin B2, verapamil, and Topamax, but for one reason or another none of them have worked. About 6 months ago, my doctor started me on Depakote. Once I started using it, my daily headaches became a lot more tolerable, but haven't gone away completely, and my severe migraines are at about once a month. However, like many others, there was a noticeable weight gain--about 20 pounds--soon after I started, and it's been pretty steady since. I've also had a bout of depression recently, but it's hard to tell how that's related to the medicine because it isn't my first time. As of right now, I'm not sure the minor benefits are worth the side effects."


"I am one of the few people who doesn't suffer from some mixed form of depression & anxiety; I'm straight anxious. I have been on 10-20 mg Prozac for about 7 months now - starting was a little rocky in terms of heightened anxiety, gastrointestinal problems and nausea, but those leveled off after 3 wks. Now, in conjunction with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and daily mental work, I have to say that this medicine really has helped me get to a place where I can actually implement permanent habits and positive thought cycles and RELAX, whereas before I had a lot of trouble not being stuck as a result of my ruminating, anxiety, fear, guilt, etc. It's also been really great for my marriage, and my husband has been a big teammate. It's been good."


"I am 54 years old with severe COPD, I have been in and out of hospital over the past 3 years. It seemed no matter what I did or took, within a week or two of leaving the hospital I started having exacerbations reaching desperately for my nebulizar rescue treatment several times a day. A month ago I was given samples to try for a month. I haven't used the nebulizer for maintenance (4 times a day) nor needed a rescue treatment since using this medication. BUT at the end of the month the pain in my joints has brought me to tears, I've had very little energy and having nightmares every night.
I am to try another medication for a month, hopefully I'll still be able to go without needing to use the nebulizer treatments and less side effects"


"I have suffered from severe depression for over 3 years, mood swings, irritable, loss of interest, huge lack of energy, absolutely no motivation, anxiety, paranoia, and panic attacks. I was prescribed 100mg extended release 2 times daily and its amazing how quickly it works. I don't have nearly as many mood swings as before, I have tons of energy (once you are on Wellbutrin you realize just how much depression really affects you without even noticing it), tons of motivation. (I used to debate whether I should do this or that now I just do it there's no question whatsoever). However it did not help my anxiety or panic attacks, the side effects for me were a very annoying twitching and dry mouth. I have only been on it for a week so time will tell."


"Yes it works but I wake up with my stomach in PAIN and I feel nauseous! I've only taken this 2 times and each time it has happened."


"I was taking 30mg of temazepam. It's the only medication that has actually worked for my insomnia. But I can't have it for more than 2 weeks because I'm under 18."


"I started with 1/2 mg daily then 2x then 1mg 2x. Too much for me. I did not like the feeling. So I have tapered off back to 1/2mg in the morning. So far craving minimal.  28 days so far. I am happy to be free of nicotine."


"I have been on Nuvaring since I was 15, now I am 24 and I've only been on Nuvaring. I've enjoyed this product BUT I can say it has changed my mood and I have no sex drive. I've been with my boyfriend for 8 years and I just get angry at him for no reason. For years I thought I was mentally ill but I have finally realized it's my Nuvaring. Most people post on here have recently started using it, of almost 10 years of using this I can say it's a love/hate relationship.
Pros: It does its job!
Cons: Mood swings, headaches, and no sex drive.

I am looking into nexplanon, but scared to turn out into a crazed fiend and put more strain on my relationship. I've been irregular all my life so I don't know with a new bc."


"As far as I'm concerned, this works great. I've been on this for three days and my staph infection has considerably been reduced but the side effects are bad. I've actually taken the drug for the same purpose a month before with no side effects, so I don't know what the deal is. The first night I had at least half of the listed side effects and was probably the worst night of my life. I still haven't had any sleep and I've been on Septra DS for three days. "


"I used to be on Klonopin for years and I think it helped but I'm not sure since I was also on Paxil. It came to a point where neither were working for me even at higher dosages so I started taking Ativan. This really helped my anxiety but it would come back every morning. Eventually I hit tolerance and had to increase it. Eventually I hit tolerance again and I found myself feeling more anxious than ever. I decided it was time to get off. The doctor put me on Valium because it's easier to taper off than any other benzo. He suggested I could take anywhere from 4mg to 10mg per day. I slowly tapered down to 1.5mg but I was miserable.  I reinstated and went back up to 6mg and have also tried 10mg and it has never worked for me. Stay away from it"


"The insertion was easy. I experienced mild cramping.  I took two ibuprofen before I went in, maybe that helped. Off and on that first week,  i took ibuprofen for the cramping.

I had it inserted about 1 month ago and since then I've had a light flow. Three days ago,  I got my period. It's not heavier than in the past but it's definitely a period. I've read that for most women the bleeding stops within 30 days. For some it takes longer. If you decide to use this birth control,  be prepared to wait it out."


"I have been using Fentanyl for 4 years now. I have had low back surgery in 2001. In 2004 I was in auto accident where doctor said need low back and neck fusion. I said no thanks to surgery and started using fentanyl patch. Without patch I wouldn't be able walk, stand or much of anything else. Prior to auto accident I was very active work, kids, wife etc. With patch I'm pretty close to prior accident."


"Day 31-I am down 12 lbs. and feeling great! My first 3 weeks were tough with headaches; however, I know now it was caffeine/nicotine withdrawal. I quit coffee, cigarettes, snacks and sugar. I feel great! I am up to 4 pills a day and will refill this medication."


"I was optimistic when I started.  It tastes horrible but you can get it in.. The first dose a way.  Within 10 minutes the cleanse had begun and for that piece wasn't bad.  What made it hard was the intense nausea that has lasted the past 4 hours and emerging headache.  If this nausea doesn't ease I won't be able to hold down the second dose come morning."


"Initially I had to get used to the dizzy feeling after standing up too quickly. I rise slower now. I combat the mild dry mouth and cough by drinking lots of water. The diuretic effect, plus my coffee and water intake in the morning, makes me wish I could move my cubicle into the bathroom. That effect tapers off during the day."


"This bc helped with acne but I also used epiduo with it. The first month was great no nausea or headaches(I'm prone to headaches). My acne was mild and this pill helped clear it up a lot, along with epiduo. The 2nd month was where all the problems started. Within 2 days of the first week I started getting headaches along with nausea and vomiting. It was awful I threw up every night while taking this. I had a headache for 4 days straight as well. I'm not even to my second week of the second month of taking this and I can't do it anymore it's not worth it for me. My hormones are crazy, I'm not use to being so emotional and crying all the time. I wanted this pill to help clear up my mild acne, but I don't care anymore, this isn't worth it."


"I've been on abilify for almost a month the only side effect I have is waking up in the middle of the night a few times I have actually lost 12 pounds I am eating good and drinking plenty of water so I'm sure that helps I'm also on Zoloft and topamax all in all it's a much better drug than my previous geodon I would recommend it"


Conjugated estrogens / medroxyprogesterone

"Periods recommenced on using this, also got menstrual cramps (which I had before so no huge deal). Lost all sweating symptoms and skin became less dry, although skin is itchy. Other than this I have had no other bad side effects; have been on this medicine now for approximately 6 months."


"This medicine initially killed the withdrawal, but after five days I realized I was still having cravings really badly. Also, it felt like I was dragging a thirty pound weight around with me coupled with severe depression. Most pharmacies do not carry this medication and most pharmacists I spoke with had not even heard of this drug. All in all I had to hunt this med down and special order it only to find out it sucks. And yes I was taking it correctly the print side facing out towards my inner cheek lining. I am going back to the doc to ask for the one and only Suboxone."


"I took this for one to two years. I switched from Ortho Novum 7-7-7 and had no problems with it. My biggest fear was that the patch would come off. I had a couple of them with corners lifing but they never came off (infact it could be painful when you took it off). I came off it to have a baby. I stopped using it in Mid January and was pregnant in February. The patches always leave a "goo" around them. Use alcohol to get it off - normal washing doesn't work."


"This is my first night using monistat 7. I can tell you that the itching was so irritating...almost unbearable. But, after about 15 or so minutes, it subsided. I do still have itching, but it's much better. I'm hoping it gets better and everything gets back to normal down there"


"I've been on Saxenda a little over 2 weeks now and I'm down 8 pounds today.   I'm very pleased.  The side effects are manageable and the appetite suppression is wonderful.  I've been walking most nights for 1/2 hour.  I hope to lose 60 more pounds and get close to my goal weight by Christmas.  Good luck everyone"


"15 mg as needed no more than 2 times a day was absolutely the right dosage for me.  Side effects NONE.  Very effective for panic attacks and general anxiety.  I have tried most benzos, this is by far the best."


"I work at a bar. Last night was the first night I started Ambien and I fell right to sleep, woke up early, went for a jog I feel amazing."


"My mirena was inserted less than a month ago. The side effects were okay initially with the cramping. I did have spasms in my rectal area. I had a follow up to check for the strings  and the strings could not be found. An ultrasound was completed and the IUD was found out of place. I had to get an x-ray as well to confirm the position. Now I have to have outpatient surgery to get it removed. I hoped that I wouldn't have to go through this. But I guess that I may have been at a higher risk since I'm nursing. I will not use this again."


"My doctor prescribed me this for insomnia. It makes me sleepy but makes me disconnect from reality, become very sad, and have extremely vivid nightmares."


"It's the only non-steroid medicine I've found that actually works."


"Been on this pill for about 2 years. First birth control pill I've ever been on, so I have nothing to compare it to. For about the first year, this pill was great. Never gained weight, never had acne. My hormones never seemed to go crazy. However, my periods have seemed to get worse with the pill. On average before the pill, my period came for 5 days. I didn't have major cramping or extremely heavy bleeding. On the pill, I seem to have the opposite. My cramps are so bad that sometimes I get in the fetal position on the bed and hold a heating pad to my stomach. I've had periods skip before, but now for the past 3 or 4 months, I've had spotting between periods. I get a period basically every 2 weeks now, and they last for 6-7 days."


"This drug saved my life. No side effects and I can now move on with my life."


"I took it after not using a condom just 4 days after my normal period. Later that day I felt sick, emotional, and dizzy. The next day I felt better. The second day I felt sick again, dizzy, nauseas, lower abdomen cramps, and very emotional. I woke up feeling depressed, then by the afternoon it turned to feeling edgy and angry like very intense PMS that I've never experienced before. On the fifth day after taking it I started my period which lasted 5 days with heavy- to normal period bleeding. Then it tapered off to low flow spot bleeding, noticeable most when urinating or sex. Some days it's heavier than others, this is still going on 7 days after the 2nd period. It worked but it's miserable."


"It started off with depression which then made me have a nervous breakdown. I experience acute psychosis and I was sectioned for 28 days. It was the worst experience of my life. I was then put on 74mg of lurasidone. It was the best decision of my life. I am happy again enjoying life and I am able to work again. I do not feel depressed at all or even an ounce of low mood. I started the meds in Febuary 2016-October 2016. I have been off the medication for 3 months and I am doing great my mood is stabile and I am on no medication. I came off cold turkey which I wouldn't recommend but I didn't have any withdrawal symptoms. I would definitely recommend this medication. I didn't have any side effects except for a bit of restlessness at night."


"I read these reviews and am literally dying of laughter, which appears to be a much better option then taking the medicine itself.

I used the monostat 1 day oval insert. It felt better and did not burn immediately upon use. However, the itching this caused was unbearable. I really did want to claw my vagina off. I thought the itching was just the YI; as I have used this product in the past and it has never done this. I suppose I used the external cream sparingly in the past and this time I used it to take care of the itching...which I honestly feel like it irritated my vagina and urethra even more. To the point where I couldn't even bare to have anything touch my urethra. I now have Neosporin on it in an attempt to help the irritation."


"This was absolutely horrible. Terrible acne, abdominal swellings, and feeling very isolated and depressed. Kept it for 6 weeks. My doctor wanted me to keep it for another 6 weeks but I couldn't take it anymore. After removal I felt almost immediate relief and mentally much better."


"It works the best for my sciatic nerve. They tried everything else and this works the best."


"I was very excited to try Mirena. I experienced the normal, cramping and extreme discomfort and pain immediately after placement. My cramping and pain lasted longer than normal.  Roughly 15 days after placement, I became intolerable.  It was the worst PMS I can recall ever having.  I wasn't that moody when I was pregnant.  Then my period came and it was the longest, most painful period I have ever had.  I went from having a 3-4 day period with one day of cramping to a week and a half period with 5-6 days of cramping.  Next month, same thing.  Needless to say, this is coming out."


"Hi. I am on day 16 of 10mg. The first 6 days I was very tired, excessively. But the majority of my anxiety was gone by then.  Days 6-8 I had severe insomnia, it passed and by day 9 I had no racing thoughts before going to slep. Today is day 16. I feel better about my life circumstances. I have a 9 year old with Aspergers. I am no longer spending every waking moment obsessing over what will become of his future. My cognitve functioning seems clearer.  Have been able to keep up more with home chores. Still not as energised as I would like to be. Coffee makes me more jittery since starting the meds. I can now tell the differnce between caffeine jitters and my real anxiety though.

I am hoping that by week 6-8 I have even more clarity."


"It has helped a little with the voices I hear and help a lot with visual hallucinations, but not touch hallucinations. Does not help that much with Paranoia."


"Definitely helps me sleep through the panic/anxiety/insomnia at night, my side effects were quite severe -  daytime fatigue, irritability, dry mouth and rapidly deteriorating vision (blurred). As a very short-term aid, this drug was great, but after 3 months, I'm ready to go drug-free and see how I feel."


"I spotted for the first 10 months I was on Mirena...constantly! Then was back to a normal non-spotting routine for two months. The spotting came back after that and I spotted for twenty days out of my cycle. Not fun! It definitely affected my relationship with my significant other. I gave Mirena a fair shot by having it for over a year and a half. Although it does prevent pregnancy, the bleeding is a huge downfall for me. BUT I'd like to point out that I have a sensitive cervix and was just informed that the Mirena is NOT for people with a sensitive cervix."


"Okay so I had never had a yeast infection before but my mom had and after I described my symptoms to her she thought I should try Monistat. I put it in last night and was fine until an hour later. I'm a tough person, but I barely slept because of how uncomfortable it was. I woke up this morning and it has only gotten worse throughout the day. It feels like I am on fire. I don't itch at all though, just very swollen and burning. It better work after all of this discomfort."


"I started taking it 8 days ago.. I started to feel a little better each day. I did have nausea the first day. i noticed that when i get excited or run around too fast working, i get a little nausea..but not too bad and it passes when I calm myself. I'm very happy with the way it's working. oh, and taking 10mg."


"Amazing - so happy to finally have clear skin after 20 years"


"Please be very careful with this medication. I've had insomnia since 1995. I've taken every sleeping pill at least once. None have worked except for AmbienCR.

Earlier this year my trusted AmbienCR stopped working. My doctor gave me a coupon for the free trial. I was excited and had high hopes for a night of sleep.

I took one 10 mg dosage of Belsomra and went to bed. Nothing happened for about 3 hours. I fell into a strange wake/sleep condition. I began to have have nightmares and visions. It was the worst feeling. I felt frozen and scared. This lasted for about 2 hours.

I woke up and took a video of myself. I didn't think I was going to make it and I wanted to document what I experienced. This drug is dangerous. Watch out."


"I am a 24 year old male who has been on dexmethylphendate 20 mg for a few years.  I find this medication is very helpful for studying but it occasionally causes panic attacks where I feel as if I am having a heart attack or stroke.  I feel my heart race and my left arm and face feel a little numb and a start shacking.  However when my doctor tests my blood pressure and EKG every thing is normal except a slightly fast heart rate."


"I've been so interested to find out what others think about Elidel. I've been suffering with eczema all my life. I was recently given Elidel to try but I literally want to rip my skin off after I apply it. It makes my face so hot and painful! Such a pity because I know it's suppose to be great! Anyone else feel this?"


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir

"I've been on STRIBILD for a little over 3 weeks now, and have had NO side effects at all. Haven't gone back to get my blood work done yet, so not sure what my numbers are. But I'm very PLEASED to have no side effects. This is my first HIV treatment, and I was nervous and almost expecting some horrible nasty side effects. Very pleased."


"BEST medication I've ever taken for anxiety. I was skeptical to take it because of some negative reviews, but I figured, what the heck, what have I got to lose??

 I plan on staying on buspar for a long long time. It's allowed me to be more outgoing and get involved more in social situations. Have a positive attitude, try it, and I think you'll love it too!"


"After all the treatments I had from the doctor, nothing really suppressed the cough, which I have had for years. After taking Mucinex, my cough and the associated Phlegm has almost disappeared. I am a 74 yr old male but my side effects seem to be the opposite to others. i.e. I am doing more sleeping than normal, at any time night or day, but thank heavens for the cessation of cough."


"It's been about three months for me but these last three months I been bleeding for two weeks stright every month and this month it's going on three weeks. It sucks I'm having bad mood swings and real bad headaches."


"I never write reviews but have read a thousand reviews about anxiety and depression. This drug Celexa saved me changed my  life and I have been on everything under the sun this has been the only thing to stop my racing thoughts my anxiety and depression. Try this! My only issues is difficult reaching orgasm I fan just difficult but I can deal with that! I take 30mg a day."


"DON'T TAKE IT!!! I was on Invokana for one month.  It made all of my body fluids stink and the really gross part was that, since my saliva smelled the same as my urine, my mouth tasted the way my urine smelled.  Perhaps I could have learned to live with that but it helped not at all so I quit taking it.  Now two, months later, that awful smell and taste is still in my urine and mouth.  I fear something is terribly wrong.  It should be totally out of my system now but it, clearly, is not.  I have made an appointment to see my doctor.  This medication is not okay! DON'T TAKE IT!!!"


"I had one week of help me please trying to use my medications on gout. Gout in the toe in my ankle and then my left wrist. The last place was the wrist and the pain was so bad I started to go to the emergency room but held out for a dr. Visit so much cheaper. My dr. Prescribed me methylprednisone. By the next day the wrist was down to almost normal size and pain was almost gone. I gave it a 10. Its great medicine."


"AK on my left cheek. Laser treatment in 2011, then in 2 years AK came out again, from boundaries of laser treated area. Went to new dermatologist, who prescribed Aldara but did not tell about side effects. After 10 days treatment, skin in AK area was badly affected, really effective. Then I had a night with drinks etc. and immediately after that, started persistent influenza like symptoms I never experienced before during summertime, as well as diarrhea. I went for info online and understood it was Aldara.  I stopped anything could weaken my immune response, had plenty of sleep, vitamins, healthy lifestyle and continued the treatment. Stopped after 3 weeks. Side effect gone, big crust, new skin after one month, no more AK. Great."


"This is my third flare after being diagnosed with UC almost 5 years ago, so I consider myself lucky. I take oral mesalamine, which is becoming less effective against flare ups. My GI prescribed Rowasa, much to my dismay. It took 4 nights before I got the hang of administering the medication. Retaining it night 1 was almost unbearable. Night 2 was easier, but no less unpleasant. It helps to lay on your left side for 20+ minutes. I haven't had an issue with leakage or side effects, other than the urge to have a bowel movement and really loud gurgling in my lower colon. Faint nausea that passed in less than a minute. But the benefits far outweigh everything - my flare up has diminished so much in the last 5 days!"


"I get severe migraines and was given this in the hospital instead of traditional nausea meds. It work well and I now use it at home and actually works better than Zofran or Phenagren."


"I was just diagnosed with epilepsy about 2 weeks ago and I am now taking 50 mg of topamax 2 times a day and I have to say this is the best thing ever!  I don't know how much I have lost because I did not know what I was when I started and I need to get a new set of scales.  I was around 240 lbs so I needed.  I noticed right away that my diet Dr pepper tasted flat and just thought that I had a bad batch till the next case tasted worse.  I also noticed that food tasted "off" too,  now my appetite is down and I took a deeper look at the info on topamax and know this is the drug I have been needing the last 10 years!"


"So far after one pill, and 34 more to go (5 a day) it feels like the needles are still stabbing me in the upper back. I'm 46 and I had my first outbreak of shingles when I was 17. I had the full blown blisters and all - Knives was the feeling then. The Doc just changed my script from Famvir to this Acyclovir I hope it will work the same. Mine are 800mg 5 times a day and they gave me three refills. They don't know what to do with me."


"It did help a lot.  I used it for several months until I just couldn't stand the dry, grainy eyes.  I finally stopped it due to the eye problem."


"Got a sample from my doctor and it works great."


"So I'm doing this because when it all first happened to me I was so scared and probably like a lot of y'all reading this now. LONGEST 6 days of my life. My period wasn't supposed to come until 4/28 so I was so happy and shocked when it came 4/12 (6 days after the pill)

I took the pill before 2 hours of protected sex (contom ripped in half)

Just stay calm and be positive, it's going to be okay!!"


"I suffered from debilitating IBS and was on the brink of having to leave my job on disability as a result. I also had developed severe anxiety.  After over a year and many trips to a gastro, I went to a psychiatrist to treat my IBS induced anxiety who prescribed nortriptyline. It was a life saver. I have been on it for 2 years and am completely symptom free. Truly a miracle drug for me.

Only reason for a 9 -- on the two occasions when I forgot to take the medicine I felt very sick.  Must be taken EVERY day."


"My problems with it: Bled for 4 or 5 months straight completely irregular period and spotting throughout (plus discharge on a daily basis), HORRIBLE migraines at least once or twice a week. At the most every day for a week and I had never had even a small headache before this birth control. I have gained 20 pounds. I'm naturally small and lost all my weight after having my child with no effort so this is strange for me. No sex drive, horrible depression, anxiety and mood swings, insomnia, nausea, face break out (never even had a zit), and horrible muscular pain. Getting it out."


"I was diagnosed with full blown AIDS in June of 2013. My CD4 was 93 with a viral load over 10 million. I immediately started Atripla and 2 months later was undetectable. The only side effects I had were the weird dreams, And I still have them, but they can be rather enjoyable.  I just call it, "a triple theater.""


"Smoked cigarettes for over 20 years now i am free of nicotine and smoking for 1 year.

Thank you Champix.

I was a real addict."


"After the first few months of adjusting to it, I found that I really loved this birth control, and it is highly effective. First few months were really easy and smooth with the exception of feeling really tired. I typically react that way by hormones/estrogen. Everyone's different. After that, my skin cleared up, my breasts grew a whole size bigger, my anxiety got better, and my sex drive is insanely active. I would recommend this to any woman under 35 who doesn't smoke."


"I started to take this medicine in October 2009. I have had 2 kids and about 6 months after my second was born I decided I had to get this weight off! I weighed 218lbs when I started taking these and today I am at 185lbs. That is 32 pounds so far. I still have about 20 I would like to lose. I don't go to the gym or "exercise" everyday, but the pills give me more energy and I move around a lot more. I have the energy to get up and go when I would normally have a hard time getting motivated. I sometimes have to remind myself to eat because my food cravings are hardly there at all when I take the pill. I do notice that I get a dry mouth, but drinking water helps and I love this medication. I think it is amazing."


"Fantastic drug for my lyme disease ! I was having night sweats constantly and within 2 doses , they stopped ."


"I was impressed.  After initial use I could really tell a difference, this is good."


"I had mild-severe scarring acne since I was 8 years old (I had premature puberty) and my mom took me to many dermatologists who prescribed many different medications. Nothing worked. Of course I was a little kid and wasn't following the instructions thoroughly. Then at the age of 16 I went on Accutane for 7 months. I remember that it took a while to see some improvement but on the 6th to 7th month it got extremely better. Of course I had a lot of problems with my dry lips. My hands were also very sensitive to cold (they still are). I stayed clear for about 17 years. I only had 2-3 zits once a month during menstruation. Since a year acne has started coming back. Not that bad though. The red marks are the worse. I might go on Accutane again."


"I have had three episodes of Diverticulitus in the last five years.  Because I had pretty rough experiences with Flagyl / Cipro combination in my previous episodes, I asked for the pharmacist to advise me, with my prior history in mind. I really wanted this time to be different. He said the most important advice is DO NOT USE ALCOHOL, which sounds like common sense; but that includes mouthwash. (you might swallow a bit)  It's a slow recovery; absolutely. I live in So Cal and this was during a heat wave, but I slept day and night the first few days with a heating pad on my lower adbomen. The pharmacy confirmed Tylenol is okay pain, also.  It's not a walk in the park, but I did better this time, even with other minor side effects."


"At the age of 24, I unfortunately developed severe acne on my lower face. Tried everything the dermo suggested, antibiotics.. Some prescribed creams...then Epiduo. Doctor told me I'd have some irritation/dryness/redness and my acne might get worse before it got better for a few weeks... So for 12 weeks i patiently followed the doctors directions using the suggested cleanser/ moisturizer for the dryness and my nightly pea size application of Epiduo. This product..*sigh*  made my acne WORSE.. For 12 weeks!!! More painful deep zits, bigger pores, more outbreaks... Like i didn't even go out anymore it was so bad. I quit using it from frustration and oddly my acne cleared up 90%. maybe I had a reaction? Who knows."


"I was prescribed this drug for pain from osteoarthritis.  It made no difference to my pain and even after upping it to 40mg I was still unable to sleep."


"AVOID AT ALL COSTS. Have "fibromyalgia" like me? . You've probably taken this poison or other floroquinalone antibiotics. I developed the same neurological symptoms on the 2016 FDA 2nd black box warning (they don't call it fibro though) and also have/had plantar fascitis and heel and joint pain. Debilitating problems started after my 3rd time taking Cipro   NSAIDs (contraindicated!) after a surgery to prevent infection. Steady decline over a year then struck down with full on fibro which has been misery. Cipro kills good gut microbes that produce neurotransmitters like GABA which prevents muscle contraction and calms the CNS-helps sleep and pain. Thank God for Kefir and fermented foods, they are undoing the damage for me. Am better."


"I have been on BeYaz for 5 months now. I was switched from a normal hormone birth control because it caused terrible breakouts (which I had never had in my life) as well as severe mood swings. At first, I really liked BeYaz. It cleared my skin back up to normal and I didn't notice any changes. Now I am starting to get extremely agitated at the smallest things, crying for no reason, extreme headaches, and am getting cramps like I used to without birth control. I am considering getting off birth control altogether."


"This is a great pill if you want to significantly shorten your period, but not so great if you want clear skin or minimal PMS symptoms. The acne is ridiculous, and in my experience, it made me break out all throughout the month, not just around the time of my period. The mood swings were extremely noticeable. My boyfriend and I have never fought as much as when I was on this pill.
 "


"Good only for temporary use."


"This medicine really hit me hard at first. Taking it laid me out but it did its job, so now I've been on it for almost 2 years and it's not working as well as at first and my doctor has had to up the dose two times. I'm already ready for it to be dosed up again, scared I've built up a tolerance for it."


"I'm 18 year old female, 5'6". I started Phentermine after talking to my doctor about how I eat everything in sight, and simply one plate isn't enough for me. I was always tired, lazy, unmotivated. The first day I took it, I didn't sleep at night just like all the reviews I read online said I wouldn't. I didn't mind though because when it was time to get up for the day, I wasn't tired at ALL which was crazy. Before Phentermine I was 225 lbs. That's the heaviest I've ever been. Now I'm 190 and dropping. As long as you take it about 30-45 mins before you eat breakfast in the morning and drink water, and attempt to work out, you'll strive on this medicine. I could lose a lot more if I wanted to. It gives you the energy & motivation you need!!"


"I have been having yeast infections off and on for about a year and a half now. I haven't had one since February, but when I got those very familiar  symptoms I did what I normally do. Get the doctor to prescribe diflucan or fluconazole and take Monistat as an extra measure. I normally always get the 1 or 3 day pack with the little pill like insert, this time my mom bought me the 7 day with the cream instead of the pill. WORST VAGINAL EXPERIENCE I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY ENTIRE 23 YEARS OF LIFE! Immediately after inserting the Monistat I began itching terribly and it would not go away!!! I was running around my apartment like a crazy woman. I sat in warm water, tried to dig the cream out with a wash towel,"


"I have been on Actiq for over 2 years. I've been on the same dose the whole time and I must admit, without it, I would be bed ridden and contorted.

Actiq is a very serious medication that each prescriber/user needs to be educated, responsible and accountable for.

I truly thank the good Lord for it because my quality of life has improved tremendously, without it my life would be full of pain and agony and I would be just a shell of who I am now. So, Actiq is great, just use with care!"


"I have titrated up to SR 450 MG, at that level for about 3 weeks. This medication has not yet helped with the head pain. However, the boost of positivity and eagerness for life has been great. Very noticeable increase in "sexual desires". Trouble sleeping, a bit jittery at times and lightheaded (due to my lower blood pressure).

-I am an 18 year old Female, being treated at MHNI in Ann Arbor, MI
-Currently trying Botox
-Treated in the hospital 10 days and have tried many other medications

Hope this was helpful for someone out there."


"I originally asked my doctor for a birth control pill with the least amount of hormones because I did not want my period to completely stop. I have always had very irregular and heavy periods. She said this would make them lighter and more regular. Over the course of a year, this pill made my periods almost inexistent. I would get it maybe once every 4 months and usually only lasted a day. My sex drive was gone. I gained 60 pounds even thought I never really had much of an appetite. I was depressed and anxious all the time. The only good thing about it was it cleared up my skin. I use Junel Fe now but I still have similar side effects so I'm going to talk to my doctor about switching again :("


"This product worked for me so I decided to write a review. Took it after me and my boyfriend went unprotected and he came as he pulled out. There was some cum on the outside of my vagina but we both played it safe and bout plan b. I took it 30 mins after the accident . My last period started on January 12 and ended January 16th so I wasn't ovulating. About a week after taking the pill I bled brownish red for about 4-5 days. Didn't experience any other symptoms besides tender breasts.I was supposed to get my next period on February 12 but just got it today ,  February 15. About 3 days late! Please don't stress. As long as you take the pill asap and when you're not ovulating you should be totally fine."


"I have been taking Lutera for only two weeks but haven't had serious problems. I do feel a little moody sometimes and seem to wake up at 3 am just to go "oh it's only 3 am" and back to sleep. No weight gain or loss, nothing changed with my breasts, no acne, no spotting. I love it so far but just got switched to Aviane because of delivery issues. Very nervous about the switch but we'll see what happens. If it doesn't work I'll be back to Lutera for sure."


"This BC pill is not for me. I have bled everyday since starting this pill and have had anxiety attacks (which I have never experienced before)."


"I've been on the generic version of Wellbutrin SR 100mg once a day a little over a week. Added to supplement my 20mg Prozac twice a day, and .5 Klonopin twice a day. I've been on the Prozac and Klonopin over a year and it began to be not as effective. I began to feel very depressed along with my anxiety also I've gained about 20lbs so my psychatrist prescribed 100mg Wellbutrin SR once a day in morn to help. So far I've noticed I'm extremely tired about 1 hour after taking, so tired even my strongest cup of coffee can't keep me awake. I know Prozac and Klonopin can have this as a side effect but my body is well adjusted to that now, those side effects are long gone.I've noticed better focus and reduced appetite, so now I will just wait."


"I was feeling a sharp right calf pain for about three days and thought it may be a Charlie horse. Decided to go to the er and bam!!!!! Dvt.  Huge clot but below the knee. Was admitted for two days heart rate went down to 38 close calls but thank God I am here. Have been on xarelto for 8 days now and not one side effect. Just hope it gets me through and helps my body dissolve the clot ASAP. Xarelto works for me."


"Due to my rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis I am on steroid shots. I gained 25 pounds in 4 weeks. Lost 11 pounds when I could exercise. Then NOT being able to exercise (RA on feet and ankles). I started Bontril on March 11 and stopped for 9 days because I could not get to the doctor. I have lost 10 pounds. No withdrawal symptoms while off. Would recommend it. Starting tomorrow again."


"Was on this for so long and once getting off of it, I had a hard time getting pregnant"


"My obgyn switched me to Junel 1.5/30 after taking Sprintec for 4 months. The Sprintec was fine, except I noticed breakouts. I now realize that the breakouts were due to a skincare product, and that switching to Junel is the worst thing that's happened to me. I have constant mood swings, I cry all the time for no reason, I have a CONSTANT throbbing headache, I have no sex drive whatsoever, my appetite has changed, and somehow my breasts got smaller.. I stopped taking it and I'm switching back to Sprintec as soon as I can. Horrible, horrible birth control."


"I have been on this medication for 3.5 weeks and have lost only 2 lbs. I was on Phentermine a few months before starting Contrave and lost nothing with that medication as well. I eat healthy and exercise 4-5 times a week. I'm so frustrated because nothing is working. Anyone else have similar issues?"


"My first IV chemo after taking the AI's. I took 3 cycles with a 10 point drop in tumor markers once only and then they started to rise again. CT scan showed worsening of cancer. Bones were stable but not effective in peritoneum. I have lobular cancer which was in remission for 15 years before it returned. This treatment did not work for me. The side effects very predictable and easy to deal with for the short time I took it but I'm noticing painful nails now."


"I was having so much pain following my 2nd surgery in a month and I was turning septic too.  It took the final edge off all pain for me that nothing else was helping.  I was on the max dose of morphine and they added the Toradol and I finally was able to sleep and move with out excruciating pain. It was a God-send."


"I've been on Reclipsen for a month for regular birth control, period regulation ,and period cramps. The first few days I had overall body weakness and a bad headache, both which subsided after those days. I had unprotected sex a week and a half after starting and did not get pregnant so it's good for that, but when my period came around the first day was awful, the worse it had been in awhile. I heard you have to take it for more than a month for the cramps to ease up so maybe next month will be better. I'll obviously also have to wait until next month to see if my period comes around the same time , but overall I'd probably recommend to a friend."


"Have been diagnosed with Rosacea that I have had apparently for years, was not willing to seek medical advice and treatment due to money concerns. Two and 1/2 years since my last consulting with Dr. And all I can say is I am amazed at the results topically applied Metronidazole gel has given me. I am grateful for being able to shave my face without feeling like it was a blood sacrifice. Only one regret, why didn't I do it sooner. :) happier now"


"Used if for four weeks two years ago but was then scaremongered about its side effects by a hospital counsellor. Still couldn't control my drinking and has been getting to a seriously dangerous state so I started back on them last Saturday. Today is Day 6 and I have been to the pub for lunch and coffee and have not felt the need to drink although have felt cravings. Have had trouble sleeping and a few headaches but nothing too untoward. Hope to stay sober for a lot longer!"


"I started this birth control to help with my PCOS and crazy periods. My periods were always 8-10 days and pretty heavy. But I started my period just 10 days into this medicine and it continued for 19 days. I've never had a period that long. My depression was made worse, my sex drive was gone, dizziness, ridiculous mood swings, never wanted to eat, the list just goes on. I never had this issue with the previous two birth control pills I used 7 years ago. Needless to say, I stopped this medicine and will not be taking it again. I'd rather deal with a horrible 9 day period, than a horrible 19 day period."


"Worst bc out of all three I have tried. I switched because this pill was much cheaper, now I know why.I gained over 5 pounds in only one pack (month). It gave me cystic acne and before my skin was clean. No babies w unprotected sex but still, I will be switching back to my previous pill."


"The pressure in my head is gone but I have been getting extreme nausea and fatigue since I started it 5 days ago."


"Had since 10/15. Definitely works as birth control. But thats only when I can give it the purpose of being birth control. I'll have a heavy period for a week to a week and a half then it'll break for a couple days, then I'll start again, but lighter. Then break for a couple days, then start again but lighter. this will keep going for a few weeks until I'll be free for maybe a week, until it starts again from the top. I haven't had some of the more severe side effects, but it seems to be an inconvenience when I have to worry about if Im bleeding through my pants, especially when it's summer and I'm always out and about or working, and I dont always remember to grab tampons or pantiliners. it was pretty regular the first few months though..."


"I have been on Trinessa in the past for acne and it had worked beautifully. I went off of it for 2 years and just got back on and am on pack 2. Unfortunately, I am having a terrible time adjusting. I spotted (or straight up just bled) for the entire first pack. I am struggling with anxiety and random panic attacks and constantly feel depressed. I'm also breaking out in hives. I've been taking the pill at night and like clockwork, I breakout just shortly after I take the pill."


"Very effective medication, not quite as long lasting as similar ones, but very effective."


"I had immediate response with the taking of the first pill.  It was so nice awaking in the morning without the awful itch that my allergies produce."


"I've been on Contrave for 3 weeks.  I've lost 7 lbs total.  I'm really watching my calories and stay around 1100 calories a day.  No side effects but I do get cravings in the afternoons.  I did have a headache the first week, but I think that was from my body reacting to no junk food."


"I had unprotected sex the night of the day I apparently was ovulating (didn’t “know”, didn’t check my period calendar. the period calendar is pretty accurate with keeping track). I took Plan B within 10-12 hours (the next morning). My period was expected to come 2 weeks from that day, and I got my period 3 days before it was expected to come. Plan B is definitely something I would recommend if you are worried about getting pregnant"


"Just finished coming of Oxycontin after 6 years of use. Took Effexor 75mg throughout. Now a member of NA and tried to wean myself off - horrible side effects from the withdrawal, dizziness, panic attacks, severe depression and social withdrawal. Went back on at 75mg and now feel that the drug is pretty hard to get used to again. Can't seem to win."


"I have Insomnia caused by Ankylosing Spondylitis and this medication actually works. It wakes me more tired than in pain and I fall right asleep."


"I suffer from anxiety to the point where I am scared of things. It was so bad I wanted to pull my hair out. I was adopted when I was just a few days old, My mother ( who adopted me) died when I was 16. Life just seemed so hard for me. I was prescribed Klonopin and Ativan before Xanax, now I take Xanax and Concerta together and it really has changed my life. I work two jobs and go to college. I have become a superstar at work, winning contests and getting along with everyone, I rate this drug a 10 it is incredible!"


"I was severely hooked on opiates for about seven years. I started out on Lortabs and eventually got to where I was taking ten ten milligrams at one time up to thirty a day. I got the brilliant idea to ween myself off of them by buying methadone on the street. Long story short I got worse on the methadone than I was before. After several failed attempts getting sober by going to rehab I found a doctor who prescribed me Suboxone 16 mg a day back in 2006. "


"I do not take any form medication and am not allergic to anything at all, but prescribed this drug for a UTI, 4 x100 mg for 7 days. After taking the tablets for 2 days the headaches started along with a intolerance to light, then I started to feel like I was having flu like symptoms, chilly with aching joints. I felt lethargic and began to feel quite weak, with a feeling of not being able to focus properly and feeling dizzy. So much so I did not feel comfortable to drive
Spoke to my doctor and said I would not take any more (I was up to 5 days by then). The symptoms of my UTI are still there and going back for another antibiotic, will never take this drug again."


Chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine

"I have had a sinus infection with cough & congestion for 3 months.  I tried 3 antibiotics and the codeine cough syrup, nothing worked.  I was prescribed Zutripro and immediately felt better after 2 doses.  This medicine is a miracle. I would recommend to anyone!  It was on the high tier of my prescription plan but so worth it!"


"I couldn't even keep it down. I experienced nausea and vomiting so my doctor changed medications. There is no way I could ever use Amox Clav. I was on it only one day and it was one of the worse days of my life."


"I had many different side effects that I know are not normal.  I just started this medication and the side effects were horrible. Week 1- day 1 and 2 I started off abnormally tired and fatigued. Day 3,4,5 I was dizzy and had spells of hunger and being nauseous, randomly cried (  at separate times) on top of being drowsy and overly tired. Day 6,7, I got even more nauseous with cramping. Next week day 1 I had to urinate/pee all the time! Day 2 randomly cried, couldn't control pee plus had to pee all the time and hurt when I urinated day 3 all of those plus vagina was itchy. Day four had to pee  all time, stung when I peed, vagina was itchy/burned. Day five I was supper tired again and no burning/itching. NOT WORTH IT! Going to change meds."


"So I took plan b on Easter (April 5) after a mess up , and I'm pretty sure it worked my cycle came on but the only problem Ive had with the plan b pill is my cycle was on longer then it was suppose to be and obviously most women wouldn't be comfortable having their cycle on longer then it's suppose to be but tht beats any unplanned pregnancy any day ."


"Hello all, this page has been such a great help in making me feel less stresssd, morecomfortable and not alone with this situation. My boyfriend and I had unprotected sex on 9/3 (pre cum scare, no ejacul.) and 7 hours later, I took Plan B. I had to wait 3 weeks until my period started 9/19. On the next day (9/4-9/10) had diarrhea, extreme back pain, stomach aches, acne forming on back, extreme nausea and breast tenderness.  Next on 9/13-9/15 I experienced fatigue, depression, and discharge. Today it is 9/16 and I took a pregnancy test 3 days sooner  (sooner you take the better results) and did morning urine which has more of the pregnancy hormone in it, and I AM NOT PREGNANT! YES! Plan to take it a day before to make sure. Thank you all!"


"I've been on Gianvi for 3 months. I feel like a crazy person. My emotions are through the roof and I get random spurts of horrible anger and irritation. The first two months I didn't notice much, it all came at once. My breasts are almost unbearably sore, and it has done nothing for my horrible heavy period and painful cramps. I feel like I'm PMSing constantly. It's just not working for me. Hopefully others have had a better experience than I. I can't wait to switch to something new."


"I'm taking this medication for anxiety and mood swings. It really does close to nothing with my anxiety. It helps my moods a bit but my anxiety is more bothersome. Not only that, my memory is complete crap. I have trouble finding words, memorizing new information and spelling. I am a great speller and ever since I started taking Lamictal, I've forgotten to spell some words which i would have no problem with before. Overall, I feel this med is doing more bad than good. I started taking Seroquel and I can already feel more positive changes than Lamictal has done since I started taking it."


"Tried for 3 months because all other types of pills were causing me ovulation cyst problems. Jolvette made me gain weight bloat break out on my face feel depressed have low libido and very swollen soar breasts. This pill is not worth the issues. I'm stopping immediately. I have never gain weight on a pill like this. I work out and am pretty fit. Hopefully I can loose it."


"After a tragic death in my family my depression got worse. I did not realize I had depression until this tragedy occurred. I would cry every day to exhaustion -- until I had nothing left -- just a lifeless emptiness. My doctor put me on citalopram and I am on 30mg's/day. I feel so much better!! -- no real highs and no real lows. I have tried to go medication free but it is not meant to be. I will have to be on this for life and I am thankful for this drug."


"I like Risperdol for the most part because it completely calmed me down in the thick of two manic episodes.  It is the first medication I tried for bipolar I (besides Lamictal for depression symptoms), and the first try was a charm!  It stops both the mania and paranoia I was having during my episodes.  I am on 4 mg at night.  It is a miracle, but I gave it a 9 and not a 10 because it knocks me out."


"I had really bad anxiety issues before I hopped on this medicine, was constantly feeling down and never wanted to be around people.. the being around people part hasn't changed probably because I'm just a solo person, but my mood is so much better and I just feel happier with life, at times I feel a little to happy that I get aggravated if that makes any sense. but I love the medicine."


"I am a fifty year old female getting a colonoscopy for the very first time and the the doctors used this drug to "put me under" and it was the greatest feeling ever. This is the way to go for all needing to get this procedure done!!!"


"I don't have chest pains but my heart was beating irregularly. Since being on Imdur my heart beats regular now."


"I was prescribed Cryselle for extremely heavy periods due to a fibroid tumor. The bleeding I experienced not only interfered with my daily life, but also caused anemia and seemed to only be getting heavier by the month.

I started taking Cryselle 4 months ago - and haven't experienced any negative side effects (other than the expected break through bleeding month two, which I attributed to my body adjusting to the medication).

My periods are much lighter! Also,PMS type symptoms like sore breasts and bloating have significantly decreased. I'm very pleased so far with Cryselle!"


"I am on week 2 of Pristiq and so far I am very irritable, no motivation and no sex drive. I have read the reviews and I am feeling more optimistic! Thanks everyone for posting! I really want to keep pushing through this."


"When I first started this medicine, I would get headaches and feel super sleepy within the first 5 minutes of taking it. But those side effects subsided as I got to my next pill pack. Probably the worst part of this medication is that it caused me to have more and consistent acne than before (which is one reason why I wanted birth control in the first place). Along with acne, Microgestin Fe 1/20 caused the skin above my upper lip to darken (known as Melasma). It wasn't too noticeable at first, but as summer went on, and with more sun, it got worse. It was effective as a birth control and good with period regulation but I wasn't pleased with the negative side-effects AT ALL so I have recently switched over to Gianvi."


"I'm on 4 pills a day now. I have lost 8 pounds. No nightime hungriness like when I took Qsymia. I fell weirdly happy all day. I'm generally a happy person anyway but I'm practically giddy about life now. I still enjoy a beer once in awhile but never craved it anyway so this is unchanged. I get hungry in the mid morning but my body needs calories at that time anyway. The only side effect seemed to be loose stools at first. So far I am thrilled. Hoping for continued success!!! I'd like to lose 30 more!"


"Absolutely the best copd medicine i have ever taken. Why did i destroy my own lungs with cigarettes? Youth and stupidity I guess. went from a dying couch potato to a 5k runner with Symbicort. 2 puffs in the morning and 2 before bed keeps me in great shape. It really is an amazing drug for copd sufferers."


"My son has been on Focalin XR for 3 years now.  We have had nothing but success.  He will not go to school without it.  He went from a failing student that stayed in trouble to a GT student that LOVES school and a very successful competative swimmer.  Yes we do have behavor problems in the evening but its nothing that we can't handle.."


"I've been under pain management since 2007 and was on 30 MG of morphine sulfate ER 3 x per day supplemented with 15MG of Percocet 4 x a day. After a couple of years of this regime I changed my pain management doctor and he suggested going to Exalgo. I began taking 2 x 12 MG Exalgo every mornings. It took about a week or 10 days to begin acting. Exalgo is better than the morphine BUT, the 60 pills I need each month, after my insurance pays, is really expensive."


"Lorzone really helps with the muscle spams and pain; however, it KILLS my stomach even when taken with food and a stomach protection med."


"I got on the pill in May, I got my period that month but haven't gotten one since. Ive taken pregnancy tests every month and they all come out negative"


"I absolutely love my nexplanon.
I'm not the best at safe sex and I seem to be the only teen in my town not getting pregnant. I don't have any problems with weight gain or itching or even my periods.
I had my period once since getting the implant and nothing since. The only thing I have to say is sometimes if my boyfriend or dog presses on the implant just right it pinches a little (like the pinch many experience when healing after getting the implant. Other than that my experience with nexplanon has been very pleasant"


"I've taken 12.5 mg Ambien CR on an off for 3 months now.  Within the last two weeks, it's been more like every day.  I was so groggy all day. Also, I'm not sure I slept... It was more like just being turned off rather than in a state of recuperative sleep.  I cut the pill in half last night and had only 4 hours of sleep, where I awakened twice.  I still feel more refreshed than ever, probably because this is the first time in weeks I don't have an ambien hangover.  It's a great medicine, but I'd like to ween myself off of it.  I suspect it's either causing depression, or is amplifying a depression I didn't know I had."


"I've been on and off Xanax for years! I've only always took 1/2 of 0.25mg to take the edge off when I felt my anxiety coming on and if I knew I was going to do something out of my comfort zone! It has helped me tremendously. I concentrate better and it actually helps my stuttering. I'm a firefighter/paramedic and I'm constantly dealing with stressful situations! I love my job and never could have done it without Xanax. I hate that it gets a bad wrap because people abuse it! I have never even come close to abusing it and use it for what it's for! Throughout the years I've tried all other anti anxiety medications and Xanax is the only one that helped me! It's almost like I have a chemical imbalance and Xanax corrects it!"


"I was doing some research on migraines was having 4 or 6 migraines a week had to beg my doctor to put me on this he finally agreed been on it for 2 months not a single headache nor migraine I have had migraines since I was 10 I am now 33 I know it is commonly used for high blood pressure and the reason my doctor was kind of leery of it is because I didn't have high blood pressure but I'm glad he let me try it and it's on the Walmart $4 plan"


"Still have anxiety, but my nose has stopped running."


"So it's been three months on this birth control and I'm insanely happy! I read a lot of reviews and I was afraid of the side effects but so far I haven't noticed anything off. The first month was awful because I was bleeding every day. I almost decided to stop taking it but my doctor assured me everything would sort out after the first month and she was right! My periods are almost non existent, no cramps or bloating either. My skin is looking better than ever. I haven't gained any weight in fact I'm down 5 pounds from when I started. Weight gain was my biggest fear but I have been eating healthy and hardly doing any workouts with no problems. So I would definitely recommend this method of birth control."


"I am 20 yrs old when I initially got it inserted  waited a month for unprotected sex with my bf to make sure it's effectiveness, everything was great the first 8-10 months I stopped getting my period and most importantly the implanon was very effective, no weight gain, when I reach about a year/year and a half I started getting acne which I've never experienced before, at the time I didn't realize it was the implanon until I started researching, my period started coming VERY irregular, it lasts months with a 2-3 break, made it very uncomfortable to even want to have sex.  So over all it does prevent you from getting pregnant and its very effective but keep in mind these side effects!I only regret it bc of the mood swings,acne, period duration"


"Turns it into something to fear!"


"Reduced pain from stone passing through urinary tract and also helped with bowel evacuation."


"Took this medication for the first time for nausea caused by a severe ear infection.  Thirty minutes after the first dose my eyes were itchy quickly followed by my scalp and the rest of my body. I looked in the mirror I was very bright red and swelling quickly. Took the maximum recommended dose of benadryl but to no avail. One hour later in the urgent care for steriods and more benadryl until they could get it under control. Very scary medicine."


"I broke my ankle and was on 50 perks a week + 60 tabs of 5mg Oxy for breakthrough pain for the better part of 5 months. I was cut off cold turkey and given tramadol. This tramadol made me feel worse since I was already on a SSRI for 4+years. If it was not for suboxone 4/1mg a day I'd probably be dead. This med works. But you also need the will power to want to quit.

Happily oxy free 3 months going. This med is a lifesaver. Just make sure you get the proper dose for your needs/habits. Otherwise you will feel its a waste of time."


"This drug PENTASA is the worst drug that I have ever taken, I had sever vomiting at least over 20 times  in the space of 3 to4 hrs and sever diarrheoa which was even worse this occurred every 20 minutes or less sometimes but NO bloody that I was aware of.....So people be warned this drug is CRAP IT really is ..."


"Do not let the bad experiences of others scare you off this medicine.  I read the bad side effects and have not had any of them except the heat related one.  It has been a good medicine for me."


"This drug ruined my life. It made me delusional, paranoid, aggressive, short tempered. As a result I lost my partner, my job and my house. Don't take it!"


"This drug worked perfectly. It controlled all my symptoms, paranoia, visual and auditory hallucinations, tactile hallucinations and anxiety. Absolutely no weight gain. I lost 30 pounds on this medication and could not be happier that I tried the drug. It also works excellently for people with eating disorders, controlling their cravings and regulating their eating patterns. There were no sexual side effects. I never relapsed when I went off the medication with the help of my psychiatrist. Thank you makers of seroquel!"


"Struggled with undiagnosed bipolar disorder for 8 years. Finally got on the right cocktail with Latuda included. I'm at 60mg and it has stopped my cycling (I'm a rapid cycler). No side effects, except for weight loss and difficulty gaining it back (which may be great for some of you, but I'm a former anorexic so not so great on that front). Did not change my intake of food ... but the med definitely decreased my appetite. Would HIGHLY recommend giving this med a go. And I've been on practically everything -- this is literally the only thing that has made my life live-able again."


"I did the triple combination for 6 months.  I cleared the virus at week 4. "


"I was very recently prescribed amitriptyline at 10 mg for fibromyalgia.

, which was also just recently diagnosed after complaints since the age of at least 18 ( now 38).

It doesn't help me sleep, even with my low dose of Xanax that was prescribed a year ago, for sleep. Combining the two has given me a more restless sleep, BUT......

It has helped with my pain tremendously!!!

Within days, I noticed I could work longer hours ( self employed, thank god), and when I do get sore, it's not as extreme as pre- amitriptyline.

I've lost weight in these two weeks, as before I only ate once a day, and I think my body was holding on to any fat it could, now I graze throughout the day and think my metabolism has been kick started again."


"I've tried several medications for moderate  anxiety and panic attacks. Librium has worked the most reliably. Xanax and Ativan work quickly but are too short acting. Klonopin didn't do much for me. Librium starts to take effect within about a half hour, makes me calm (not high) and keeps me calm for hours."


"I've been on just about every benzodiazapine there is and Valium (diazepam) is all around the best for combating debilitating anxiety symptoms.  It may not be the most potent benzo, but it has wide and equal benzo effects including sedation, muscle relaxation, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant and can be used for insomnia.  Now the main reason why Valium is the best is its extra long half life.  It's effects can linger for days which is helpful if you have chronic anxiety.  It also prevents those ups and downs short acting benzos cause like Xanax and Ativan.  Another thing to note is withdrawal from Valium is by far the most mild out of ALL the benzos.  This wonderful medication is an oldie but goodie."


"Had a miserable life for 15 yrs of waiting for my heart to go out of rhythm and in to the emergency room. Rythmal has changed my life, I experience a flutter here and there but no total outs, my anxiety has decreased as well."


Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

"Prepare prep in advance adding 1/2 packet lemon crystal light and refrigerate.  When time comes to drink, pour into a cup with ice and drink with through a straw.  Never had any stomach cramps and actually only went to bathroom a couple of times the night before.  The next morning drank the second liter in same manner as before.  Still no cramps and went to the bathroom frequently until completely purged.  I would highly recommend."


"I have been seizure free on this medicine for 30 years. My seizures were grand mal and though I still have seizure activity in my brain, Mebaral controlled it with little to no side effects. I can't believe they took it off the market. I am a very successful actor and have had a career and life of extreme sports and adventures that would not have been possible were it not for this medicine. Now I am transitioning to phenobarbital. It's not the same and there is a distinctly different set up side effects including nausea, hangover effect, and lack of coordination. "


"Singulair has been a godsend to help control my daily asthma symptoms due to allergenic/mold triggers. I haven't noticed it make a difference with exercise or smoke triggers, but it definitely helps reduce frequency/severity of asthma symptoms in general. If I take a few days to pick up my prescription, I can absolutely feel a difference in my lung health. I've been waiting the past few days to get the entire prescription renewed with my doctor and I had a nighttime attack last night for the first time since I started taking the medicine (it's been six days since I last took it).
I have not experienced any mood changes even though I already had diagnosed anxiety when I started the medication or any other adverse side effects."


"I've got scoliosis and disc herniation. I was taking Vicoprofen 7.5/200 four times a day. It worked great. My Dr refused to write for it anymore and insisted I take Opana ER 10mg 2X daily. I went from a $15 co-pay to a $180 co-pay. The medicine seems to do OK with the pain...but the constipation!! Also, I feel very sad and somber on it."


"I have been on the depo for 5 years now , the only side effects I have experienced were increased appetite and headaches. My last shot expired in March and l am now trying for a baby in the last month l started feeling nauseous, vomiting, tiredness, tender breasts and increase in my sex drive. l have done a pregnancy test but it was negative. Some are telling me that these are the side effects of the shot wearing off. Is this true ??"


"I started taking Ocella in March of 2016. It was the very first time I tried birth control and I am 26 years of age. I got on birth control because I am in a serious relationship but I am not ready for children and I wanted something to help me with my bad cramps and vomiting on the first days of my period.
During the first week after my period I experienced breakthrough bleeding for about a month. Things were fine until I began having yeast infections. The first that I just thought ok it just a yeast infection. However I began to consistently experience them at least every month since then. I'm thinking of switching the pill as soon as I can to see if that helps. Besides this unrelenting side effects my breasts have become larger."


"I was 1st diagnosed w/hyperparathyroidism.The dr. said it wasn't bad to just watch it.After a couple of years it got worse-I saw another dr. & he did 6 biopsy's-found that I had Papillary Cancer-following mo. I had my thyroid & 2 parathyroids removed-surgeon put me on 100mcg of generic Synthroid-seemed to be doing ok until I had the RAI, twice, then everything messed up. I was still having hair loss, ears ringing, teeth getting bad, bathroom habits were never the same, cramps, affected my salivary glands permanently so I'm dry all the time plus I've put on 25 lbs. I eat, I don't eat, it doesn't matter, the weight will not come off.The Endo dr. changed my dosage to 112mcg & I seemed to be doing better.I am back to 100mcg w/previous symptoms."


"I'm a 24 yr old female with a chronic heart condition. In November I was diagnosed with high blood pressure, 131/105. The doctor placed me on lisinopril then added on bystolic. I've now have a blood pressure of 95/65 and feel tired a lot but on the plus side, no chest pain and decreased swelling in arms and legs."


"I am 59 and have been using Viagra 50mg for a few years now.  When I first started taking it, I got quite a bit of blue vision, some mild headache, and stuffy nose.  I've been cutting my 50's in half and take them about 30-60 min before sex.  From the get-go, I have always had nice hard erections that lasted plenty.  Here is what I found can weaken the effect of Viagra: 1) fatty foods - do NOT eat a big greasy burger and then take Viagra expecting a big one...  2) alcohol - I can have a few beers spread over the evening, but any more than that and it lessens the effect, or doesn't last as long as it would normally.  My insurance covers my prescription for only $20, but I only get 6 pills /mo, 18/90day, so I'm going to 100's, still cut them."


"I've been taking phenytoin for the past 8 months now as I had a bleed on the brain that caused me to fit. I've noticed that it's stopped me from having a seizure since the day I fitted. But ever since I've been feeling weak can't remember things from day to day and can't remember what I done like 10mins ago, I'm taking 300mg every night and I feel spaced out every day and can't be bothered doing anything I'm only 22."


"I have had anxiety/OCD for as long as I can remember. OCD seemed to come at day different times in my life and in different forms. My last episode 2011/2012 was very paralyzing. I had what I have seen described online as hit/run OCD. I won't go into length and description but you could google it. I was ready to commit myself but then my PCP convinced me to try a regimen of meds. I started out on 10mg of Celexa gradually moving to 40mg, Estrogen (hysterectomy) and .5 mg of Xanax up to three times per day. For the first 3/5 months I took the meds but using the Xanax at .25mg twice daily. I began to notice that things were becoming so much better. Today, 2015, still same meds but Xanax maybe 2/4 times a month and life is great."


"I was on Altace 10mg for approximately 5 years with good success at controlling my high blood pressure. Recently I was switched to generic ramipril and the effects appear to be the same. Overall good control."


"My boyfriend and I had unprotected sex June 18, and I took the pill within 24 hours. Within the first week of taking the pill, I experienced five days of heavy spotting, which further delayed my period to today, July 25. I experienced light stomach cramping and heavy white discharge that occurred on and off. Along with this pill I ingested lots of vitamin C, cinnamon, and parsley to help ease my mind, but nothing has ever terrified me so much, so I hope this will help someone else out there. I thank God for this pill. Good luck."


"Unfortunately I had started seeing a new Dr that didn't believe in using any benzo's. She took me off my 9  yrs of benzo therapy & prescribed Vistaril. Started with 25-50 mg, 4-6 times a day. It wasn't long before she raised me to, literally, up to 150 MG's, titrated over 40-45 mins! That was ridiculous, it also did nothing.
Now I use my Vistaril for my allergies & my current Dr has me alternating 3 x's each, approx 3-4 hrs apart - Xanax 2 mg with Vistaril 25-50 mg to "extend" the Xanax.
IMO, this medication stinks!! Doesn't even assist me to sleep."


"My daily headaches started after a ventricular assist device (VAD). Maxalt has worked beautifully in killing the pain. Occasionally I will wake up with a headache the following day, but not severe enough to warrant another dose. I am careful to avoid triggers so don't have to take this very often.  I am grateful that I have this option since I am allergic to NSAIDs."


"I have had a Mirena for a little over a month now. I was very scared about it after reading negative stories online.  However, my experience with Mirena has been mostly positive.  This past month I have had off and on light bleeding, my actual period lasted a couple days and was way lighter than I am used to.  My acne has improved a great deal (which is a huge positive).  My partner can't feel the strings. I did experience some occasional cramps, especially the first couple days after insertion (For Your Information insertion pain was minimal).  So glad it's working out because I paid hundreds of dollars out of pocket, since my insurance didn't cover it."


"Nice to finally stay asleep"


"I wish I had known about this medicine sooner! I have had IC all my adult life and as I approach 60 I’ve noticed that is has ramped up in the last year. I do not understand why health articles on IC and UTI’s do not recommend this product! It has helped so much and works quickly. I too will always have this on hand. The regular AZO where you can basically take cranberry juice through a pill, has now become a part of my daily regimen."


"I have been taking Copaxone for about 3 months now. Copaxone controls my MS better."


"I have been on this pill for a little under a year for the main reason to prevent pregnancy, but to also help regulate my period. Before I started the pills, I would have horrible cramps and long, heavy periods and now other than heavy nausea in the first week and some diarrhea, my periods are short and rather light. This is the only pill I have ever been on and I can say that it does make me more emotional and sick at times, but no pregnancy! It does the job with little side effects: nausea and diarrhea."


"Dying laughing at some of the reviews on here as I sit on the toilet with diarrhea that's been happening for like 30 mins. Took 2 500mg pills about an hour ago w/ food. Stomach is making gross noises. Had nausea too but it's mostly gone. Like some other people on here I didn't wait long enough to have sex again after getting treated the first time with my partner so this is round two. Don't be a huge idiot like me and wait so you don't have to have the worst diarrhea twice. Good luck people."


"I have been taking Lyrica for about 4 months now. While it does help with the pain, I feel like I'm walking on pillows. I'm constantly hungry, sleepy, dizzy and I feel like I'm drunk. I worked VERY hard to lose the weight that I gained when I was pregnant and since I've been on this medication, I've put it all back on and then some (40 lbs). It's hard to say if the pain is better or if I'm so caught up with the side effects that I don't care. I'm being weened off of it right now and being put on a different medicine. I'd rather go back to the opiates and itch like crazy."


"My boyfriend and I decided to have sexual intercourse. We used protection but the condom slipped off. We were freaking out because we thought that some of his stuff came out. Keep in mind that I’m not on birth control. So like 30-45 minutes we went to the store to pick up Take Action instead of Plan B. I took it right away, and waited. The pill did work and I started my period like a two weeks before my period. I had not symptoms by taking the pill. Take action in my part did work, but it might be different for others! Hope this helps!"


"I have taken Fluoxetine for PMDD for 3 months and the results have been remarkable.  I take 20 mg daily.  I still get a bit down around my period but I am able to control myself.  I do experience some side effects.  I wake up around 3-4am and have difficulty going back to sleep, my legs are restless at night and during the first few weeks only I lost interest in personal grooming and became lethargic.  I can live with the side effects.  My quality of life has greatly improved since taking Fluoxetine."


"Took away extreme joint pain with no apparent side effects."


"I've had Irritable Bowel Syndrome and chronic constipation my entire life.  Now at 23, after exhausting all over the counter and homeopathic remedies to no avail, I've decided to try a prescription.  Overall, it works great and I don't plan to get off of it.  What I have now is more like diarrhea than anything, but I'll take that over going up to 20 days without a bowel motion any day! I do get nausea about 30 minutes after I take it, and it gives me bad gas sometimes, but none of that is worth getting off of it.  If you are seriously about to give up on life because of constipation, this medicine is for you!  I recommend.  I do also take Metamucil about every other morning, which helps the diarrhea.  Also- the website for this product offers a $35 off prescription card."


"This medication is the first one I've ever taken that completely controls my extreme restlessness. I have tried antidepressants, antipsychotics, benzodiazepines, and other anticonvulsants. None of them did the job. I tried this, expecting very little. I am amazed at how wonderfully this treats my issues. When I take it, it does take a while for it to take effect, but once it does, my restlessness and agitation completely vanishes. I love it because it doesn't make me feel any differently, I just suddenly notice that I'm sitting still and my mind is going a hundred miles an hour. Medications affect everyone differently, but this one works wonders for me!!"


"This medication gave me headaches from the very first dose. They lasted 3 weeks. I volunteered to try bunivail, so I stuck it out for 3 full months. I have to admit these have been the worst three months ever. I would sweat all day. Hot yet had the chills, I couldn't enjoy food. I forced myself to eat. I would start having withdrawals 4-5 hours after I took it. The ungodly hunk of slim that was left over after an hour would float all over my mouth. This drug sucks. Today I got put back on subs and I kid you not  I feel amazing. I am normal again, if I missed a dose of two of subs I was fine with this bunivail I had to do more than I was supposed to just to feel normal. I wouldn't recommend anyone to switch to this crap.."


"Topamax has helped my diabetic nerve damage more than any other drug that my doctor has prescribed for me, and it does not have all the other nasty side effects, including the weight gain.  I get enough of that from the insulin.  I love taking the Topamax.  I'm on a low dose (25 mg) but it sure has helped me."


"Just started using Cymbalta. I am a male 38 years old. Own my own business and pretty much lost desire to do anything. Life just seems to be really tough inside of me. I hope I can find some good results."


"I was diagnosed last April 2014 I believe I was infected June 2013 that was the only time I experienced a really bad cold with night sweats, high temperture, chills. I thought it was just a cold. I was together with my partner for 10 years and he never disclosed that he knew. I kept on seeing billboards regarding HIV and it felt as if they were in every corner. I got tested and it came out positive in April 2014 I was freaked out. Cd4 at 450, I decided to take atripla yesterday 4/7/15 because I felt I needed for my own health I was freaked out and still am. No side affects other than drowsy at night and a bit of insomnia. Let's see how this works for my body. I pray I look normal. "