"I have been on this dosage for about 6 months.
2 positives, 1. I didn't get pregnant. 2. Very light periods lasting 2-3 days.

Negatives. I get bad cramps (I didn't get any while on the Depo Provera shot or before birth control).
I get mild acne the last 2 weeks out the month.
Mood swings that I never experienced before.
Tender breasts.

And worst of all, my sex drive died! When I do force myself to be with my boyfriend, I'm too dry to enjoy it. My boyfriend and I are not happy. I will be starting Microgestin Fe 1/20 next week. "


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"I'm nineteen and this is my first time on birth control. I'm NOT having a good experience at all. I have been bleeding for fifteen days straight. I'm always dizzy and constant headaches. I'm always depressed and the breast tenderness is non-stop. I think I'll be coming OFF it."


"I've been on it for about eight months now, literally no side effects that I've noticed. I'm very active and orsythia has never effected my athletic performance. In terms of period regulation, sometimes I'm up to three days late or early, incredibly light flow though that lasts for maybe four days. Previously I was dealing with ten day periods and very horrid cramping every other month. I've had unprotected sex about 70 times, with no scares, I do take the pill religiously. Over all I'd totally recommend this, no bad side effects and anxiety over getting pregnant is completely gone."


"I take Lamictal 300 mg, Ambien 10 mg and Zyprexa 7.5 mg daily.  Until the Zyprexa was added I still experienced bipolar breakthroughs, insomnia, and extreme anxiety and OCD on a daily basis, which exhausted me.  So far Zyprexa manages my symptoms, although I haven't been on it very long.  I also have food cravings, however no significant side effects.  I'm very sensitive to medications, can only take very small doses.  What works for me might be too little to help others.  My doctor was very surprised to find out that a mere 15 mg Zyprexa for emergency breakthroughs would work for me.  Now I don't need to carry Zyprexa with me everywhere, because the nightly dose of 7.5 mg is enough."


"The Dr prescribed Norgesic Forte for my migraines and as soon as I get the "aura" I  take a pill and NEVER get the migraine.  It is my SILVER BULLET.

You MUST intercept the migraine as soon as you know you are getting one.  If you wait until you have it, it doesn't do much good."


"Hi, I started yaz 2 months ago (after a 6 month break) on the 7th day of my period which was the last day. My next period then came 30 days later and lasted for 10 days, the doctor said this was normal since I started yaz on the 7th day of period instead of 1st. One week later Im spotting again!! Is this normal?? Could someone please tell me if your experiencing the same problem."


"I started taking 20 mg as I was taking 20 mg of Lexapro. At first I felt better than I did with Lexapro (after 15 years on Lexapro the side effects were to much) after about two weeks I started getting more migraine headaches than I was before also I was starting to get heart palpitations and these problems increased with time. The migraines got to the point I was having one daily. Viibryd also caused me to be impotent even when using Cialis, the migraines likely contributed to this. I told my doctor about these problems and he told me to stop taking it. I have taken many drugs and Viibryd is by far the worst drug I have ever taken. I don't think it is fit for consumption by anyone or anything. I took Viibryd for almost two months."


"Awesome for 2 years then just stopped working for me"


"I have spinal stenosis, my spine is cracked on both sides of my spine as well as a bulging disc  pushing on the cracks, Fibromyalgia and some form of arthritis.  Lyrica packed on the pounds, blurred vision, constantly tired , my body aches more when I take lyrica. I use cannibis oil CBD form it helps with inflammation , it sure helps considerably better with no side effects! The cbd form does NOT get you ‘stoned, high, or buzzed’ it removes the pain. I am extremely grateful for my Cannibis oil, the effects last longer then lyrica tooo! I can enjoy my grandkids again!"


"I had acne all of my and I am 60 years old.  I came across this stuff 30 years ago and it's wonderful.  Like the comments before me.......it does leave a white film on your face, but I apply it at night.  When I do have a break out and dab a thicker amount on that area and in a two days it's dried up and gone.  If you use this properly it's the best out there.  Plus I feel it keeps my skin from aging.  Since it does dry out your skin the aging spots pretty much fade out.  I would seriously give this product a try since I can tell you that I did true everything out there.  I hope this helps one person if not a lot more.  Why have unwanted acne on your face and go thru life like that.  A little pricy but it's your face where talking about."


"I've been depressed pretty much my whole life and been on all different types of medicines searching for the right one then I started taking lexapro. I've been on it for about a year or so and my mood has almost completely changed for the better."


"If I could give this a 0 I would because it made my first ever YI worse. It was VERY mild and intermittent, only itching if something touched with that area. My Dr. confirmed a mild YI and prescribed a 3 day dose.

Night 1 thru the next day were great and I thought it had already solved the problem. Night 2 in bed it started to burn slightly which it hadn't done before, was gone by the next morning so I figured it was just aggressively working. My third treatment burned like the night before but continued to itch through the next day, all the way into the following morning when it just kept a burning sensation. I finally took the advice to put a drop of Tea Tree Essential Oil on a liner and within minutes, the burning was gone. Waste of $20"


"Complete remission within first month, for about six years. Then, developed a bacterial infection (lymph nodes) that couldn't be controlled, so discontinued Humira. Infection subsided about six months after discontinuing Humira."


"Was using Butrans 20 dose.  Chronic joint pain since childhood.  Was using  Hyrdocodone and Gabapentin.  Patch was amazing at controlling pain from day 1.  Lost 5 lbs due to stomach uneasiness, loss of appetite.  I had no marks at patch sites.  At 7 weeks every spot where a patch had been used erupted in blisters.  It was very odd and now 2 weeks later the red spots are finally receding.  Pain control 100%, stomach and bowel issues manageable.  "


"Honestly the medication didn't have much or any side effects for me. I didn't have any mental/psychological problems like a lot of users said they did. It actually scared me reading these reviews at first, but I experienced none of that. My breasts were a tad tender and I had a bit of soreness around my pelvic area at times, but really overall nothing. It cured the odour. had to take it for 7 days, 2 pills per day. all done now. drank alcohol the day after I was done my prescription (on glass of wine) and felt fine.The  next day had two glasses of wine at night and totally fine too. Girls, don't get too worried about taking this."


"Dried up the sinuses pretty well and helped me sleep"


"It was very difficult titrating up to 20 mg of Trintellix. I started at 5 mg one week; 10 mg the next week, 15 mg the following week until I reached 20 mg. The nausea, vomiting, and dizziness were almost unbearable; I missed 2 days each week for a month while starting it. Thankfully I was on FMLA and was able to muscle through it. I have been through almost every SSRI, SNRI, etc and nothing but electroconvulsive therapy worked for me. After the first week on Trintellix I felt happy for the first time, actually happy, which is why I muscled through the side effects. I have been on it for a year now and it is a miracle pill. Make it through the first month and all side effects go away."


"I started Alli only four days ago and have already lost FOUR LBS. I highly recommend reading the books included in the starter pack. Also the calorie/fat gram counter book should become your new best friend. Not only has this product motivated me it has changed my eating. However, I am a mother and a wife and my family is extremely picky, so cooking two different lunches and two different dinners, one being only for me is impossible so I have been only eating a tuna salad sandwich on whole wheat and a bananna for lunch and dinner. Remember everything in the tuna salad must be accounted for."


"Took this for the two weeks, while taking this it did work. As soon as I finished it....back to the same old situation.  Didn't work for me"


"I am 47 and a smoker. I have never experienced erectile dysfunction in the past, but the last 2 years, after many stressful events and psychological downturns, my erections are fluctuating, which is beyond my personal control. Feeling anxious whether I would perform properly or not, worsened my condition and I started using a 20mg pill in four pieces (5mg). By now, I have used it only twice and the results were beyond my expectations. No side effects at all and my erection brought memories of my early 20s back. Impressing is as well is its duration, about 3 to 4 days."


"That Seroquel "XR" works so fantastically well for my severe GAD/Social Anxiety comes as a surprise to me. I was hesitant st first to use an anti-psychotic for this. Turns out that the "XR" version of Seroquel behaves differently, doesn't have the drawbacks of the 'regular' version. I don't become a zombie on Seroquel XR, in fact I take it in the morning & then go about my day. Within a couple of hours or so I feel Calm-As-a-Cucumber, I stop sweating, no more racing thoughts and even my speech improves. And no heavy sedation. But a warm calmness that I would describe as opiate-like. Seroquel XR is a major, major help to me. Thank god for it."


"Been on Dulera for about 3 weeks had to go to the ER due to muscle spasm. Not worth it. I have also gained weight. Might help with breathing but every muscle in my body is having spasm."


"I've just started my second pack and I love it. I don't get my period and my cramps are gone along with my acne. I'm loving this pill. I'm so happy I found a pill that is right for me!"


"Today marks 4 weeks since I've been on Phendimetrazine. I've since lost 14 pounds as of this morning. Little to none exercise. I have cut back my eating because I dont tend to think about eating 24/7. I definitely need to eat better and exercise. Probably would get better results. The only real side affects I have is not sleeping well. I usually get 6 hours of sleep a night and up the rest of the time. All in all i've had a good experience. Also: I was 331lbs when i went to the doctor August 25th. I'm 227lbs today September 22nd. Good luck everyone."


"I have had anxiety since I was a child, from my personal experiences this medicine is the fastest and effective but BE VERY CAREFUL also the most depending.  I ran my prescription short one month and was without for a couple of days and had a seizure while driving. Just because the doctor says three or four times a day doesn't mean you need them that much, BE VERY CAREFUL!"


"I started on June 15. I set my quit date for July 15. That gave me a whole month to smoke if I so desired and to get my mind set to quitting. I had 2 packs of cigarettes left when I started.  It was amazing how this worked. I didn't make it to my quit date. The desire to smoke was completely gone about 5 days before the 15th, and I still have 1/2 a pack of cigarettes sitting right out where I see them every time I walk by. No desire to pick one up at all.  I've smoked for 50 years.  The only side effect that I have is severe nausea and dry heaves, No matter when or how I take it. I have tried everything to calm it, but nothing has worked so far. I am now trying ginger tea. I sip on it all day long. "


"The side effects of this drug were so harsh I didn't stick around for its alleged benefits, i.e. seizure prevention. "


"I have been on albuterol inhalers since the 80s.  I went online to watch how to properly use this respliclick inhaler and quickly learned that medicine is actuated each time you open the cap and also not to let my lips block the air vent as it is right at the back of the mouth piece.  Feeling equipped with good info I felt I was ready to go.  Then came the moment I needed it...  I opened the cap emptied my lungs the best I could (I was having an asthma attack so...could only do so much).  Then I breathed in all I could...my lungs went into a vacuum (negative pressure) and they stayed that way until I released my lips from the device.  Nothing left the inhaler and entered my lungs, not medicine, not air, nothing.  I tried three times and the pain was so bad I don't I think I dare try again.  After 3 hours with no relief I used my expired ProAir HFA and got instant relief.  I am calling the FDA compliant line now."


"I took Arava for about one year. It worked fabulously for the rheumatoid arthritis. I was even going to aerobics and kick boxing. However, my hair started to fall out and I ended up with no eyebrows. Needless to stay I stopped taking it and my rheumatoid arthritis has not been good ever since. My hair grew back but in some spots it did not. I still have some bald spots in my eyebrows. I was not very happy about that as I am only 35."


"Abilify worked pretty good for five years with Prozac.  But then I became morbidly obese, with elevated bad lipids and prediabetes.  Also, I was constantly in fear of tardive dyskinesia.  I no longer take it."


"I have Bipolar I with severe depressive episodes lasting up to 16 months. Zoloft was a last ditch effort to improve my depression; I was formerly on Luvox and found it too sedating and less effective after being on it for over a decade. So far, I have had 15 days without severe depression after being on Zoloft for one month. I think it's working. I am tired but I am not sure if that is the Zoloft or something else as I am on several medications for psychiatric problems."


"LIVING ALL my life and only knowing  highs and lows of depression,  I've taken many pills. Sure they worked at first but then  the depression came back, prozac is quite a ride from when you first take it,  there are so many changes. I'm at 40mg,  6 months later I have diarrhea and have lost a lot of weight. I hope I'm not dying.  I was a complete idiot and delusional the last 45 years, this pill made me feel like I'm supposed to feel,   it doesn't feel fake. Yes I did experience memeory loss,  fatique,   have to look a back and live with my mistakes before prozac,  prozac made everything all clear,  I feel sharper as well,  it actually cured my depression.    Just made sure to follow instructions as you increase dosage"


"After breaking 3 ribs and taking Vicodin and Tramadol to no relief I asked the doctor for Dilaudid 2 mg every 6 hrs. It took the pain from 9 down to 4 in about 20 minutes. Now I can finally get some sleep and get a few things done around the house...great medicine."


"After years of different birth controls messing me up, I didn't want anything with hormones.  I had Paragard put in 2 weeks ago & I didn't take anything before insertion. Got cramps within a few hours. A few days of spotting & then my period started. My first period lasted about 6 days, with severe cramps so I had to use a heating pad (didn't have to use one before Paragard). I also had lower back pain like I had while in labor with my only child (back labor). After reading comments, I'm hoping my cycles will be back to normal in a few months. Don't want to spend my last years before menopause worrying about longer periods or birth control & didn't want to get tubes tied unless it's the only other option, so I'll give it some time."


"The very first day I took Pristiq I had severe headaches and I never get headaches. I had diarrhea within the first hour that I took the pill. I couldn't finish my food because I haven't been feeling well, and I felt extremely dizzy. I haven't been taking it very long, but I've been sick ever since I started taking the pill."


"I was really enjoying the relief I was getting for about 4 weeks with this drug.  Unfortunately I started to get nose bleeds and burning along with stuffiness daily.  I held off going to the doctor as these are some side effects of the drug but they should not last more then 3 days and after a month of being on it I felt that this should not be happening.  I do feel this drug has 2 benefits than other nose sprays I did not have headaches or dripping with this one."


"Over all I was very sad I had to get it removed since it wasn't for me. The first year felt awsome!! Not having to remember that pill & the peace of mind of no babies... no periods every month and when they were very light. After the year was when all the problems started which it seems odd since I see here people are mostly having problems before the year... This is why I decided to post to make sure if you are planning of getting the implant be aware that after the year was when Nexplanon and I broke up I started constantly bleeding, horrible hormonal acne  that took days to cure and at that time more would keep coming out, lower sex drive (, and most of all the MOOD SWINGS, I was so angry and unhappy (sadly not for me)"


"Truly a God send.  You don't feel like you've run a marathon all night. Other comments are true about running out of a prescription, or not taking it for a few days.  You can tell!  I just have one question --- if it feels like you've run a marathon all night, how come you don't wake up skinnier?"


"This is my first time being on ANY birth control ever..I have no nausea or any sickness.. slight headache the first couple of days taking it.. I think my mood is changing only because I am tired of spotting every day! It's annoying, my doctor said that it is normal and to give it at least two months to regulate. I hope she's right..."


"I ended up with an emergency complete thyroidectomy after an ultrasound revealed the tumors ((2 in each lobe of my thyroid) had grown and were the culprit to me having to turn my head to the left to swallow food or to even drink liquid.  After years of taking levithyroxine I was put onto the brand  name Synthroid.  At worst, my levels were 86.4.  Yes, you read that correctly.  My my hair falls out in clumps, tired, exhausted, body aches and joint pain,  chronic fatigue, etc.  now my routine is to take my synthroid at bedtime with vitamin c.  I wake up fine, I'm down from 325 to 181 and I feel great!  Please remember your thyroid takes weeks/months to change, you won't notice anything three days to a month into taking this"


"My son timed it several times without me knowing and discovered in 10 mins I was doing so much better, in 20 I was completely back!"


"I have suffered from migraines since the age of 9.  I've had a slew of Dr's tell me I have severe tension vascular migraines.  To make things worse I had a car accident that knocked my jaw off center which exacerbated the migraines.  I now have two bone spurs in my neck.  The ONLY medication that works for me is Fioricet.  I have tried everything including, maxault, immitrex, zomig and just about every pain killer from Otc to prescribed.  My nuerologist finally tried Fioricet and it worked.  I have never felt addicted to this medication as side affects are a drowsy feeling.  I hate feeling sleepy when I'm running around... I like feeling energy.  So this medication, I strongly recommend asking your dr.  about.  It works at the onset!"


"I've been on Amprya almost a year and still able to walk a short distance without assistance.  Maybe 3 steps but its better then not moving."


"I have had RLS for most of my life. Gabapentin has been the only medication that has helped me with a good night's sleep. 600 mg. about an hour before bedtime and my legs calm down and I drift off to sleep. No next day after effects to report."


"I've been on nexplenon for almost a year now and I can't remember a day since that I haven't bled or at least spotted. When I asked my doctor to remove it she recommended to just put me on more birth control! I'm terrible with taking pills, so thats why I didn't choose it in the first place, but she gave me a two month supply and they've just been sitting on my counter. I don't agree with taking extra birth control, I'd like to have kids some day, just not now."


"extremely effective in lowering glucose and also blood pressure...however, likely due to dehydration, despite attempting Best to keep hydrated, drinking water frequently.  Biggest side effect, after 2 weeks on medicine, had a constant brain fog, consistently felt foggy, head was not clear, was difficult to perform any action...also felt very weak....100 mg dosage 1x/ day...took about 2 days being off medication return to normal head function, could not stay on medicine"


"This medicine worked very good for my anxiety. I took it for 4 days, but as a newlywed the side effects were too much. I had no sex drive and it woke me up at 3am and I couldn't go back to sleep. I stopped taking it as soon as I realized these two issues. I was on the 37.5 dosage."


"I have used many lotions, creams, etc. in the past to help with intense itching I get from dyshidrotic eczema ...for 10 years and when I finally found this cream I was in heaven. The moment I put this on my feet or hands, the itching goes away and I no longer feel the need to itch! For anyone who has any kind of eczema you know how hard it is to not scratch or itch and this lotion takes away any itching feeling I might have."


"I got on this birth control to make my periods lighter and easier yet I got more than that! My acne was cured (moderate acne) now my face is clean I don't get cramping and my headaches are gone :)"


"I was hopeful when starting this medication, but it was overall ineffective. It made me sleep a lot, gave me horrible nightmares which piggy-backed off of my PTSD, and made me sweat profusely in my sleep.

When I first began the medication, it felt like my muscles were weak. My limbs would shake and i'd also feel as though I couldn't hold my bladder.

The nightmares were the worst part. I'd wake up screaming or crying."


"I have been on Fentanyl for about 3 years due to spinal fractures. This is the only medication that has given me any relief. On a scale of 1-10 I would rate my pain at a 2-3 now, where as before it was a 7. I am currently on 37 mcg/hr (1 x 25 mcg patch and 1 x 12 mcg patch). I have only two issues with the medication. First is that occasionally it causes extreme nausea (this usually occurs the day after applying a new patch) and blisters on my back where I applied the patches. However, this is probably due to sensitivity to the adhesive and not the medication. Even with these issues, the positives far outweigh the negatives with me."


"Okay with side effects expected- I can put up with being uncomfortable for a good end result...but not okay with fatigue, then rash-itching then had weird spasms-jerking-would wake me up out of deep sleep.  When jumped to blue pill (week 3) felt even more tired.  Doc told me to "just stop pills" if I didn't like them so I did and went into 8  days of severe headaches.  At best, was able to tolerate low dose, but didn't feel "better."   Seems if you find something that works, it's only for a while- then you either have to find something different, stronger, or combination of drugs. Was hopeful that Viibryd would be the answer.  I would have been willing to try low dose longer but went along with introductory pamphlet."


"I have been on diamox for ten years. Side effects are horrible. And I also have noticed more and more side effects the longer I take the meds. Without this medication I have seven to eight episodes weekly. It really a is a miracle drug!!!! For the tingling sensation I take emernc it's a vitamin and immune booster. I don't drink any sodas at all or anything that has bubbles. I also found a whole list of medications and food you can't take while taking diamox on Pinterest and as long as I stay on top of everything I feel better"


"I have severe arthritis anyway and have a lot of pain but this was over the top. First day fine but the next 4 days I was down with bad joint pain, back pain , chills. Not sure I am going to do it again. I have already had 3 breaks and cancer so I don't know if that's an option for me."


"I suffer from anxiety and mood swings much of it is work stress related, Xanax has worked wonders for me no habit I have not experience any side effects and I don't believe is habit forming, I only take it as needed, I always keep them with me just in case I suffer a panic attack, I greatly recommend it."


"Just popped this puppy in last night when I was mighty sleepy, felt a extremely dull stinging right away, but other than that, no side effects and its been 10hrs. Not sure why everyone went through so much pain, but I haven't this far. The discharge or "draining" process hasn't happened so I'm prepared for the worst thanks to the reviews of people"


"I've been taking Buspar for two years to control the symptoms of anxiety.  Buspar has worked well for me.  I had strong physical sensations of anxiety such as a "knot in my stomach" and hot flushes (can't be menopause because I'm a guy).  Also Buspar helps me control my thoughts that some terrible event is just around the corner and I've got to do something to prepare for this unknown event.  I've not had any side effects."


"Astepro works really well but makes me sneeze at least 7 times in a row before I get some relief. Also makes me sleepy so I don't use it until bedtime."


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"Man, my vision started getting blurry AND my voice got hoarse while using this.  I teach, and need clear vision and a clear voice so I quit this stuff.  I hated it."


"I was put on this medication along with a very low dose ACE inhibitor that controls my blood pressure. The Imdur ER is being used to alleviate my chest pain and it has done so completely. I have not have one single flair up at all since starting it! The only down fall is the headache that I have had. I am going to call my cardiologist today to see if I can take anything for that. I still give it a 10 even with the headache because the chest pain was worse than the headache!"


"This medication made me sleepy when I first started it or have to bump up my dosage for a few days, but the side effect goes away. I take mine at night before bed for bipolar, this has drastically improved my quality of life. Moods, organization (helped, I'm also ADHD) anxiety, and sleeping pattern. I've been on it for almost a year now and won't ever go back. The only bad thing is when I forget to take it for more then two doses, I go manic and don't sleep. So remember to take it!!"


"I had psoriasis since I was two and my whole body was covered with it until I started using it at age ten. Cleared up right away my mom said- and I sometimes forget that I have psoriasis. I say a nine because I feel my immune system weakened and I need to be extra careful to not get sick. My body loves it so much it gets weird when I skip or forget to pen up myself"


"I am 77 and have taken prednisone since I was 28. When first diagnosed I was told to take 10 aspirin in the morning and 10 in the evening. Really tough going with many serious side effects. Later I was prescribed prednisone and I knew it was a miracle medicine for me. I could hold an egg without dropping it and walk without extreme pain. Now I am on 5mg Prednisone with Methotrexate and Remicade. I am so happy to have quality of life with quantity due to the wisdom of the Rheumatologist!"


"Xanax helps with my condition"


"I have been on this birth control for a month today. I was already having heavy bleeding prior to my Dr prescribing this birth control. The next day I started the pill I stopped bleeding for a whole wk then the second week I began to spot. Followed my the third week my period started to be heavy all over again with quarter size blood clots. I contacted my Dr he said that my body is still trying to get used to the pill give it some time. This week again I called the Dr back because the bleeding seems to be getting worst and the cramps are on a level of 20 he said again just keep taking them and as the new month is approaching a change can occur if not contact him again. I sure hope this pill works fast & stop the bleeding."


"I have been on the shot for 1 year. I have not had any trouble with acne or weight gain. My sex drive is just as high as usual. I have been depressed but depression has been a life long battle for me. The only real con I can think of is that for the first 3-5 days after I get the shot I am a crazy person. The mood swings are 100 times worse then PMS after those first few days. The rest of my three months are normal. Just hoping for the best with my bones."


"I began taking Loestrin 24 almost a year ago. I'm 33 and had not been on birth control since college because it made me horribly sick for months. My cycle had been regular for years, but I experienced ultra heavy bleeding for 5-8 days and cramps that were so bad that I nearly destroyed my liver from the ibuprofen I would consume. Loestrin 24 has changed my world. I have had no side effects, my skin has actually cleared up (I have cystic acne), I have a period that literally lasts a few hours and the only cramps I have are mild and last for less than an hour. They are more of an "indicator" that I started. I guess my only issue with it is really MY problem...I sometimes forget to take it, but setting an alarm on my phone solved that."


"Would not recommend. A 20 year old college student who desperately needs sleep but hasn't because the label on the box forgot to highlight and bold "You won't be able to sleep!!" Took two pills at 10:30am and about an hour later I was very jittery, paranoid, anxious and my heart rate was going insane. It's now 10 pm and my eyes are still dilated and I still feel weird. Would not recommend the whole dosage, or just stay clear in general."


"Before I was using parlodel which is the same medicine for reducing prolactin. My prolactin is 49 and facing irregular periods. Previously I faced horrible side effects but with dostinex I am very happy no side effects just feel sleepy some time."


"This medicine is powerful. It does stop panic attacks, however it can leave you drowsy and with difficulty concentrating. It's still a tremendous help with my symptoms, but as I was a programming student in college, my ability to concentrate was still compromised. If you need quick relief from panic attacks this likely is your medication, but depending on what you do, you may want to look at SSRI's instead(though they take longer to take effect)."


"I've been taking this pill since February and I'm not a huge fan.  My mood swings have been terrible when I PMS and when I'm not PMSing, I feel blah.  My sex drive has decreased and that is my main concern because not only am I more dry, but I started crying after sex because I felt horrible.  My boyfriend isn't happy with it either.  I'm switching to Loryna because it has a lower dosage of progestin that should make me happier but I'm still nervous."


"Made me lose around 30 percent of my hair. The hair I did have was thin and corse. No side effects other wise, but that was enough to scare me away. Most doctors don't inform you on how birth control can make you lose hair, but it certainly can."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

"I had tried other medicine for HIV and they worked but they also made me sick and depressed. I stopped taking them. Genvoya is the best! After I started taking it I got a night sweat here and there but that was about it. My viral load went from 123,000 copies to 122 in a month's time. Cd4 went from 173 to 364. Genvoya is not for everybody but if your doctor recommends it, get it!"


"Started Concerta 5 weeks ago. Started with a "pediatric" dose (I'm almost 40) and worked up to 54mg. LOVE that I can finally focus and finish tasks, work is getting completed, my lists are getting checked off, and I'm making it to appointments on time. THEN...2 weeks ago, slight insomnia started to get worse, and minor anxiety..thought it was various life issues I was dealing with. Tonight..I'm dealing with severe insomnia and anxiety so bad I can barely sit and research my problem. I have a check up with my Dr in 2 weeks, I'm calling tomorrow to get in sooner. I'm very upset as it solved my ADD problems and thought I started a new life...I do not want to start the trial and error roller coaster all over."


"Took for sinus infection in 2009. At the time I wasn't warned that strenuous activity could cause permanent damage while on this med. I torn a muscle so bad it wouldn't heal. Immediately began getting neuropathy. It progressed and worsened over time. Now... after 8 years, it's finally taken over my body's nervous system and enlarged trunk lines of nerve paths all over body. Hands are numb, feet are numb, sharp pains all over, torn muscle is now a grizzle and emits sharp debilitating pain. Polyneuropathy is progressing slowing but surely. Had to stop working because of pain. Taking Lyrica and NSAIDs... doesn't help much. At end of road! No cure... doctors says it reminds them of exposure to agent orange...  DO NOT USE THIS DRUG!"


"I'm not sure why this product is still on the shelves. Within 5 minutes of using this, I was burning so bad I literally cried. I went to take a shower to wash it off and I started bleeding. Even after the shower I'm still in pain and uncomfortable. I'm so angry. I can't believe this product hasn't been pulled from the shelves yet. How many more women will have to roll over in pain before this product is banned?!"


"Found out I had colon cancer and thought that was the end of me. Xeloda was very easy to take, twice daily for two weeks. One week off with testing.

A small amount of tenderness in the mouth was the only problem, and that was minor. Only noticed it when I decided to try one of my diet favorites which is hot sauce."


"So I have been taking Loestrin for about 1 1/2 years, everything is great except the price. I used to pay $24 a month then when I lost my insurance it went up to $98. Before Loestrin I was on YAZ, it made me feel nauseous, breast pain, and no sex drive. I switched to Loestrin and everything is amazing, but since I am a college student with rent I can not afford it."


"I got mine in April of 2014. The insert was painless, but there was slight bruising and soreness for a few days. As normal. For the first 3 months I had a non-stop period I was super moody and  sensitive of my feelings . It was light and I didn't cramp. Then my period went away complete for 7 months. In February of 2015 I spotted a few days then went away. It was like my period was trying to regulate. I had a normal period ever since. Every since I got on this birth control my face was been clean of acne. I did gain about 10 pounds, but I ended up losing it. I highly recommend this birth control if you're forgetful about taking a pill every day."


"I started on Belviq 2 weeks ago and I am down 26 lbs.  I started at 383 and am down to 357.  I assume much of my wt loss (20 lbs) the first week was water wt as I was eating fast food every day.  I also am using my fitness pal to help count my calories.  I have also begun to walk as a form of excercise.   After going out to eat this past weekend for a celebration I brought home 1/2 my meal which I have never done in my entire life.  I have lost wt on my own in the past, but felt due to depression and being in a hole I needed some help this time.  I also am only taking one 10 mg pill a day instead of the 10 mg 2x daily.  I am not hungry and the pills are expensive so if one pill a day is working this is what I will continue on."


"Well im writing for all those people who have not lost weight, gained it back, have had side effects, etc. When one decides to lose weight and is using weight loss meds one has to first map out where they want to be at the end of the process. Then you have to take pictures, write things down(keep a journal), and most of all have a program in place before starting. Know your MACRONUTRIENTS and build a meal plan with that or get one free online, drink lots of water anywhere from 64oz- 1gal, and even if your not hungry eat 5-7small portions of food,(EVEN IF YOUR NOT HUNGRY), THIS ELIMINATES ALMOST ALL side effects, and try and walk 10k steps or as much as you can to get to 10k measure bpm, spo2 stress levels and you will see big results."


"I just switched to the IUD after being on Levora for about 7 years.  I lost about 10 lbs in the month and a half (about) since getting off levora and my sex drive is back.  My friend also just got off levora and is shedding pounds"


"I hadn't had a bowel movement in 2 days, which concerned me because I have Crohn's disease. I took ONE dulcolax pill at 5 am and by 12pm I was hit by literally the worst pain I have ever felt in my life. Keep in mind that severe stomach pains are often a symptom of Crohn's. This was like no pain I have ever experienced before, even after years of stomach aches from my illness. I thought that my appendix had burst or something horrible. Horrible experience. They are NOT a gentle relief at all! Definitely try miralax."


"This birth control is AWFUL. My boobs hurt literally all of the time. My face is constantly breaking out and I'm gaining a lot of weight. (Could be hormonal but none of the other birth control I've been on have done this). My cramps are terrible and my period is light."


"in September I would have had the implant for a year and I honestly hate it. it hurt a lot when I had it inserted. I had my first period about a week later and it was the worst one I have ever had. before getting the implant my period would last 3 days and I break out a little and bloat, but this first period was ten times worse. I cramped and bled a lot. I had mood swings and nausea severely in the first three months. my face completely broke out. about two months after that first period I started bleeding and having pretty big blood clots for a little over 60 days straight. I have not gained any weight though I have gained some assets. its really hard to figure out when my next period will be. I really wish I never got it."


"I have been on Xanax (Alprazolam) for over 10 years for severe panic attacks and perpetual anxiety from PTSD and horrible things going on in my life. I've found this to be very effective to rapidly nip this in the bud, for a short period of time. I do not abuse this and am a non drinker. Life is so out of control for me that this is the only thing that works to any degree."


"I have tried EFFEXOR, ZOLOFT, PROZAC, CELEXA, CYMBALTA and PAXIL was the best. I only take 5 mg once daily in the morning and am good all the day ! Really !"


"Today is my first drug free day and I don't feel bad at all but actually feel pretty good. This is without a doubt the best detox drug I have ever used."


"I have taken low dose omeprozole for the last 20 years.  I am a bit concerned about long term usage.  I have been getting leg pain and I heard it's not good long term on your bone health."


"Started 2/1. Today is 2/11 and I am down 7 lbs. Headaches first 48 hours plus some clumsiness. Still hungry but easy to ignore with no cravings. Portion sizes greatly reduced. It's like a door shuts when I've had enough. Absolutely no craving for alcohol. Split a beer with my husband at dinner and couldn't finish it! I can't believe in 10 days I've become that person who grabs an apple on my way out instead of a bag of chips. And I can't finish the apple either!"


"Did nothing for my back spasm/ pain might as well have taken a placebo"


"Many people said taking Valacyclovir or Valtrex only works if taken at first signs (the dreaded tingles), well obviously it was impossible to take it at the first sign for me since I had to call for an appt with the doc, go to the doc, get a prescription, go to the pharmacy & wait for it to be filled. By the time I had the meds on hand, it was day 2 of a horrible outbreak (7 blisters all over my mouth, filled with fluids and swollen lips) and even though the blisters had formed - I took my doses, & by the next day ALL the swelling was gone, most of them were barely noticeable, and the big ones were already stabbing over and less noticeable. Usually it takes 6 days to scab over & heal & I'm only on day 3."


"I was on Valturna for several months. It did control my blood pressure but I was having hand, feet, and leg cramping. My right arm was also hurting all the time.  I was in constant pain and did not know why. Would wake up at night with charlie horses in my legs and feet. I read some reviews on it and took myself off for 3 days and had no more cramping. It was great to have my high blood pressure down but the pain was not really worth it. I called my Doctor and told her and she called me in a different prescription and so far I am doing fine. "


"I just got my skyla inserted on Monday (5 days ago). The insertion was pretty painful and more awkward than a normal pap. At insertion my pain level went to about a 9 I got super hot and nauseous but it went away in less than a minute. I laid there for a few walked out an drove back to work (i had it done on my lunch break). All week I've had severe cramps but it like a bad period when it first came. I'm using a heating pad and it really helps. I haven't had this for long but I'm hopeful it all turns out fine. My BC pills were $100 a month and my high deductible insurance helped none. I have about a week before I can get of the pill (it takes two weeks for Skyla to be effective)."


"It doesn't work for me. I have been on 6mg a day for four months (one 4mg and one 2mg patches). My testosterone was slightly above 100 before the patches and today is 11. That's right 11."


"I started augmentin 1gm twice/day 5 days ago (Wed. Sep. 9th) to treat inflammation in tooth root. the stomach problems started by day 4. Today (day 5) was really bad: headache, stomach pain, pain in my joints and my whole body. I also had a loose stool from day 1. I called my doctor explained the situation and he said I can stop taking it, a minimum of 4 days should suffice. So I took 9 out of a course of 14 tablets. I hope I'll get rid of my whole-body pain and stomach problems soon. So overall experience with augmentin: bad"


"I absolutely LOVE Paragard! I talk about it every time birth control comes up in a conversation. I wish I could prove to you all that I'm a real person cause I love it so much! I did a lot of research before hand. I really like that it was non hormonal cause I had been on two other hormonal types and my body reacted weird both times. I saw saw videos on Youtube of women talking about the insertion process and how it really hurt so I was nervous but mine didn't necessarily hurt it just made me feel like puking a bit until the insertion was over. I did feel pukey off and on for a while but after only 2 months my cramps are back to normal! Thank you whoever invented this!"


"Hi ladies! I am here to update on my experience with EllaOne Pill. I had protected sex on 18 Nov 2015. Nothing spilled, nothing broke but naturally, I was still paranoid. So I decided to take Ella four days after just to be safe. My last period was on 6 Nov 2015 and my period came 7 Dec 2015, quite on time! My next period came on 5 Jan 2016 so my period has resumed back to normal. My pregnancy tests have come back negative :)

However, I have suffered one side effect of Ella One which is nausea. Before and after my period, I would have extreme nausea. And it may last for days or be short. I have combatted that by resting or eating food to ensure that I'm not on empty stomach if I do vomit (I have not)

I hope this helps! Don't be afraid :)"


"I got metformin intolerance & was not believed by doctors so I took pics extremely heavy nose bleeding & so then they said stop metformin, take tradjenta 25mg with gliclazide 40mg twice a day.  The Tradjenta took about two days to work, then I took it 3pm with blood sugars 8.2 and in one hour I got a drop to 4.3.
Since then I have noticed afternoon headaches, dizzyness, back pain but still taking them as they reduce my blood sugar with effort, stop me dozing after eating.
I do get slight tenderness around pancreas but usually stop the Tradjenta for two days & restart.
I find the gliclazide irritates my pancreas and stomach more.
Overall very good product shame we can only take once a day."


"I have been miserable for the past few months while on Levora. At first it just started with some moodiness but it has escalated after about four months (I've been on it for about 6 months). My moodiness is just so unpredictable now I feel physically depressed and anxious. Also my decreased sex drive has become a huge problem. I have no interest whatsoever and have had increased vaginal dryness. Also I have had increased food cravings, I feel like I am always hungry and combined with feeling depressed that is a dangerous combination, I've gained about 30 lbs in 6 months. I have had much lighter periods since I have been on Levora, no cramping and no acne but the positives really don't outway the negatives."


"I wanted to update about my medication.  I am now 20 mg.  of Ritalin twice daily and 50 mg.  of Zoloft generic once daily.  Having suffered bipolar depression, PTSD, ADD/ADHD throughout different periods throughout my life.  I also Borderline/Mild General Learning Disability a labeling in terms that is least offensive to Mild Mental Retardation or Borderline/Mild Intellectual Disability.  In my case the GLD is extremely least severe in slightest degree.  Ritalin actually works very well for me while Zoloft treats the anxiety, depression, and some mild obsessive compulsive behavioral thoughts but nothing extreme severe or seriousness.  In some people depending DNA, generics how medication effects the individual might be very different, etc."


"Worst taste been on it 4 days and lost 6 pounds can't eat or drink anything tastes horrible. Even water"


"I have the type of BP that will shoot up in the doctor's office, even if I go in for a hang nail.  Yes, it was somewhat high at home 130's/80-90.   I was put on 20, and hated that the quality of my life is terrible due to exhaustion/tiredness/sleepiness from the pill.  I insisted on trying 10 mg, but of course my BP jumped up in the doctor's office.  I'm back on 20, but I don't know if it's worth living this way.  The tiredness makes me depressed and makes me feel old.  When I quit the pills, the sleepiness goes away.  I'm not really overweight, but I'm going to try to lose more to see if that helps.  I do exercise, but in the winter, I often don't do as much and the exhaustion doesn't help."


"I wish there was a score lower than 1 because I would definitely say this is a terrible form of birth control. I had the implant placed in mid July which was fine but once August rolled around I started to bleed. I bled from the beginning of august until December when I had it removed. I am still bleeding but I am glad I took it out. I liked the fact that I did not have to worry about pregnancy but I hated that I was an emotional bitch that was depressed most of the time and I gained 20+ pounds. I'm glad it's out and my hormones can regulate."


"Week 3 on brintellix. I feel so much better than I have felt in years. I'm 31, and have been on 10 or so different anti depressants in the past.  Zero side effects. Other anti's seemed to cause huge anxiety. Now with britillex, I can stop taking anti anxiety meds. It's almost as if my brain were a house and brintillex has opened a door to another room I never knew existed."


"I have found that Cymbalta really helps my depression. If I don't take it I really notice the difference. I am sure that it helps me. The only downside is its expensive"


"It helped with the ADHD and helped my son to focus better."


"I've had the nexplanon in for almost 5 years and wouldn't recommend anything else LOVE IT!! it's balanced out my hormones I'm not as crazy with my mood swings I only  bleed twice a year lasting around 4 days I haven't gained weight my sex drive is as good as ever ...and it's no big deal getting it inserted and removed - you're a big girl! deal with it! as it's not even painful highly recommend :)"


"Lyrica really has changed my life by allowing me to sleep at night without all the leg pain.   Having both fibromyalgia and neuropathy  is a lot of pain but combined with my other meds I no longer suffer from nerve pain."


"I had a cold sore coming on and bought abreva put it on as directed the next day woke up with four more. I need to find something that works unlike this. Total waste of money."


"I've gotten cold sores since I was young. It's a common thing among a lot of people, but it happens to me normally once a year around winter. My lips end up drying out and when they get chapped that's when a cold sore ends up forming. I  am not completely sure why, but whatever makes it lay dormant gets aggravated. I actually went to a local drug store to get a cold sore treatment when I found Lysine. Unfortunately, I didn't catch it in time but it took the pain and itching away almost immediately. It's shortened the amount of time it would normally take a cold sore to heal when the blisters have already formed. It's better than the other products I have used, and a lot more efficient."


"I have been on this medication for roughly 3 and a half years and couldn't imagine being on anything else. It cleared up my acne that I struggled with for a long time and now I only get a few breakouts during my period. It also made my periods so light and regular, but sometimes it's almost hard to tell if I even have my period. It has also prevented pregnancy even when I didn't use a condom. If it wasn't for not being able to tell if I even get my period on occasion, I would rate this medication a 10. However, with that being said, all bodies respond differently to different medications so that side effect might only pertain to me."


"I like it that it dissolves in your mouth just like M&M's, but I don't like the tranquilization of this medication."


"I just got my Implanon removed today and I instantly felt better (maybe it's mental) but I had the worst experience with this birth control. I stopped getting the Depo shot after 2 years because it causes bone thinning and switched to Implanon. The insertion wasn't too bad. I had irregular periods at first and then I started getting really heavy periods that would last me 2-3 weeks. I ended up keeping it in for a year and a half because I thought it would start becoming more regular. I didn't experience weight gain although I was very depressed and moody, no sex drive which contradicts the point of having birth control! Also since I was bleeding all the time I was always tired. I feel so much better now switching back to the shot."


"This has been a God send. I have Executive Functioning issues with possible undiagnosed ADD and I have tried many, many different prescriptions (Adderall, Concerta, Meditate, Vyvanse) and none have worked nearly as well as Focalin. The ones listed above put a lot of load/pressure on my brain. It's hard to explain but it was not pleasant. On Focalin I am much more attentive and there's no body load. Others also cut my appetite significantly and kept me awake at night. While Focalin still cuts my appetite some, I am able to go to sleep when I need too. 10/10 but remember just because it worked for me doesn't mean it's going to for you. I suggest trying them all and seeing which one has the best synergy with your body."


"At 67, I have asthma due to formaldahyde exposure.  I over-react to most allopathic meds and am accustomed to using tumeric for inflammation and Aloe vera for nearly everything else. I'm generally in excellent health, with all values from an annual blood draw in the "ideal" range. In an attempt to avoid allopathic inhalers, I tried several over the counter meds, settling on Phenylephrine as effective, inexpensive, and having no apparent side effects for me, the canary in the coal mine. Even though it is not even suggested for asthma, this permits me to live an active life of hiking in the redwood forests and dunes of coastal northern California."


"At first, I took Remeron and I was knocked out for a full day. I was underweight and had panic anxiety. This really helped me. After the first day my body seemed to adjust to Remeron and by the 3rd day, I didn't have any tired feeling at all.  It definitely helped me with sleep.  I am now on 30 x 2 tabs a day and have been on this for years. I am actually afraid to get off of it. It has helped me through very difficult times."


"This drug has saved me from the disease of addiction. My use of opiates was out of control and kept getting more and more dangerous. I was at the point where I was cutting up Fentanyl strips and chewing them and sucking the Fentanyl out. Fentanyl is 50x stronger than oral Morphine or Vicodin so I was def playing with fire.

Some people mentioned the Suboxone making you itchy, if this happens talk to your Doctor about a drug called Vistaril. It is a prescription strength antihistamine that they use many times for rashes or itchy skin. I have been on it for years and it  works great!"


"Difficulty sleeping through nite I did sleep first night but then most of next day on silenor.  2nd night tossed and turned but slept for about 4 hours. Felt drugged the next day. Took 3rd night slept off and on. Felt horrible next day, tired, weak feeling, headache. Also leaves mouth extremely dry.  Not going to take silenor any more."


"This medication has been wonderful for me and my anxiety. As soon as I took it I felt better right away. When I first started I was on 10 mg 2x daily. I was having trouble sleeping and when I woke up in the morning I would have to go to my moms house as early as 5am because I would freak out at home. I would be ok all day without panic once I took my pill so my doctor told me to try it 3x a day and added Xanax. I took this medication as soon as I woke up along with a Xanax and was able to stay home and not run to my moms and the anxiety was almost non existent. Taking the medicine 3x instead of 2 made a big difference along with one Xanax in morning and one at night to help me sleep. Had No side effects."


"At one point, I was on regular seroquel as needed and seroquel XR daily. During this time, I gained a lot of weight that I just could not take off. I was prescribed the seroquel as needed, 25 mgs up to 3 times a day.
Later on, I was going through something else and seroquel had just gone generic. My psychiatrist put me back on the 25 mg pill as needed. I rarely used it and this time I didn't gain any weight from it, which I was relieved about. I know they say that the lower doses are supposed to make you really tired, but that didn't seem to have any effect on me."


"This medication is a miracle for me.  Not only did it take me out of my mania, but it left me in a place that was workable.  I take 15mg before sleep, along with my 100mg Trazodone, and I sleep like a rock.  When I wake up, there is hardly any grogginess like there was with the Seroquel.  I would recommend this medicine to anyone suffering from bipolar 1 severe, or any type of mania."


"I have been on Implanon now for almost 3 years, and I am going to have mine replaced shortly. I have had some mood swings but I can contribute most of them to everyday life stressors. I am a mother, employee, student, and companion so stress is knocking at my door as I type. But I love that I have only had minor spotting, very little weight gain, and a barely noticeable scar. I would recommend it to every one I know!"


"It was horrible to take. It made me dizzy, weak, nauseous, and have bad lower back pain. And I was only on a 150mg dose"


"I have tried everything for seasonal allergies and also have been on numerous antibiotics for infections. I have been taking Xyzal for about a month now and it's the best medicine that I have ever tried. I am almost 99% allergy free. Also, most people have said that they have had weight gain. NOT ME, I HAVE HAD WEIGHT LOSS of about 4 lbs. I always react the opposite way to medicine anyway."


"Was on Prozac 20mg for 5 years. It worked for me. Gained weight. Forgot why I was on it until I tried to wean off. Saw a nurse to help me get off and she told me to try Brintellix. I weaned off prozac while starting brintelllix 10mg. It worked.  But now a couple of months into it I miss the prozac. Not helping my anger. I can tell the difference. But I wanted to lose the weight. Thinking of increasing to 20mg or adding Gaba or something"


"I have taken Plan B 3 times so far and has worked every time. First time in July 2012 I had unprotected sex took Plan B 4 hours later and got my period with no delay on the exact day I was supposed to get it. The second time in September 2013 I just finished having my period on 8/20 and had protected sex on 9/4, the condom broke so I took Plan B 2 hrs later and got my period 2 weeks early on 9/9. The third time I took it was March 2014. Had a condom break so I took Plan B on 3/21, 4 hrs later. I was suppose to get my period on 4/2/14 but got it yesterday it came 3 days early. Never been so happy to see my period. If you are worried that the pill may not work don't be! It does work when you take it writhing the 72 hour time frame."


"LOVE IT!  I have never had a side effect and look forward to bed which I no longer dread!  I cut 5 mg, in half and if wake-up and can't get back to sleep take other half.  Highly recommend,"


"Was given Zofran tablets that dissolve a few months ago for the stomach flu and it worked wonderfully.

Now, they gave it to me in an IV which worked for a few hours, but the tablets they sent home didn't help me with the nausea, only stopped the dry-heaving. Also, didn't last 8-12 hours, only lasted about 4."


"I took Depakote 500mg for a week then increased my dose to 1000mg after the next week. The next day I began having terrible stomach pains and pains in my kidneys, especially after eating. I emailed my doctor and he told me the side effects would subside but they didn't. They actually got worse and the abdominal pain would linger all day and night. I also had a hard time sleeping, I would wake up every 1-2 hours and sleep less than 6 hours a night, along with having very vivid dreams. The dreams later got more and more violent/terrifying and I began to fall into a very deep depression, one I had never felt in my entire life. I stopped taking this medication after three weeks. I will never take this medication even if it saved my life."


"Remeron saved my life. I was unable to take SSRIs and SNRIs-they made me horribly nauseous. It was a year before my doctor prescribed Remeron. Thank God she did. After a solid year of almost total sleep deprivation I could finally sleep beautifully. Keeps the depression and anxiety completely in check. I regained the weight I had lost (about 20 lbs) due to the depression but have not gone over my pre-depression weight of 150 lbs - 5"7" 50 years old."


"My fiance and I broke up, which made me depressed. 3 weeks later, my mother passed away. I couldn't stop crying. A hospital was testing anti-depressants on me. We decided that Zoloft worked best on me. It made it easier to cope & I finally stopped crying. Eventually I was able to get back to my normal life. I took it for about 2 months.If it makes you tired, take it before bed, which I did. I believe it saved my life."


"Severe restless legs syndrome with Periodic Limb movement for over 45 yrs. Clonazepam worked fine for a long time, then became less effective.  Doctor added Mirapex - it worked BUT: I gained 60 lbs in 3 yrs from obsessive eating, charged lot of money to my credit cards due to obsessive spending (both stated side effects) AND fell asleep without warning, mostly at night (twice while driving), so I tapered off.  Have lost most of the weight, paying off the bills, but need more than clonazepam."


"I took this medication last month and the first 7 days were so bad I stopped.  The normal side effects of nausea, diarrhea and migraines.  My doctor convinced me to give  it another go.  I must say it is not as bad the second time. I have been back on it for 3 days and as long as I stay hydrated and take tylenol as soon as I feel the headache come on it hasn't been as bad and I can mange the diarrhea. I wish I would have stuck through because I would be 2 months into treatment. Better late than ever.  don't give up"


"I have been taking Linzess 145 mg daily for about 2 weeks with bowel movement every second or third day. It is solid.  It seems I have a motility disfunction in the colon. It began 9 months ago. I have had a colonoscopy/biopsy which was negative. I have no cramping. I am just happy to be having a BM even if it isn't like it use to be."


"I'm with John. Not sure what most people do wrong but I only got cramps the second time I took it and for less than a min. Only because I was sitting and holding in gas. I took it because for 5 years I've been irregular. 3 months ago went to the hospital where I was told it was just CONSTIPATED HEARTBURN which meds didn't help and I didn't understand because I was RELEASING everything. But for three days I've been constipated and struggled until bottom came bloody. This had me FEELING SO MUCH BETTER."


"Have been taking Nucynta ER for nearly four years.  Have degenerative disc disease and the remnants of 7 torn discs in mid-thoracic to lumbar and a cervical bulging disc.  Have an old compression fracture in thoracic all caused by a 2009 accident, the torn discs are now practically non-existent and near bone to bone at several levels.  Nucynta has changed my life.  After taking Norcos and Roxy and others, do to no insurance at beginning, landed on Methadone as it was affordable.  3 years with Nucynta now, using nothing for breakthrough, would rather deal with little pain than be on more than have to.  Can think, am back to work and providing for my family!  It doesn’t fix everything, but has literally changed my life!"


"Work's great for me. At the beginning of the treatment I did have some sleepiness, but now I'm doing GREAT. I didn't think that this medicine was going to change my life. I suffered from anxiety for year's, but now I can enjoy life."


"I am 37 and have taken this for two weeks.  It has improved my urinary symptoms but has caused a side effect that I am not pleased with, retrograde ejaculation. "


Chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine

"This is the only thing to relieve my symptoms. Over the counter medicines helped only slightly. I was suffering from a severe hacking cough due to nasal and chest congestion, as well as itching and sneezing. After taking this, I got my first good night sleep in days. The only reason I didn't give a full 10 is that it makes me feel drowsy and disconnected. It's worth it to me. I would recommend this to anyone."


"Inserted the ovule before reading the reviews. Glad I did, as I did not have any burning or itchiness others described! I used this at the first sign of an infection. Clumpy white discharge and external itch.  It felt very... Um, warm for 24 hours but symptoms eased up after 3 days. Definitely use a panty liner, even at night! It worked well for me, but I would still try the 5 or 7 day next time if this issue arises again. Seems to be safer than the high-dose one day."


"I absolutely love this drug!  I hated taking my subs and this is hands down 100% easier to take.  It does take some getting used to that gummy feeling on my cheek but I don't even notice it now."


"I'm Planning to be  put in 17 Days in residential treatment and follow it up with vivitrol injection.  I just worry because I hear that it's incredibly painful, but I an only really trying to get away from the subs... I'm down to less than 6mg but I've been IV'ing them.  I still wouldn't think my bupe dose is high enough to worry about after 15 - 17 days...
A friend did tell me that if you are clean enough to be eligible for it, it will make you feel like a million bucks! I'm extremely hopeful, and was hoping for some insight and / or advice, but I believe this is an awesome chance to get my life back, even though I am afraid of the sword length rig they use to do it...
I just hope it all goes as well as planned, or better...
#VeryAnxiousNow"


"My son is 5 1/2. We've always noticed his short attention span, impulsiveness, always in trouble. Last year he started preschool, he to has a July birthday. His teacher asked if I had considered holding him back. We decided not to. Kindergarten has been a roller coaster. We started seeing his pediatrician about a month into school. He was in time out everyday distracting the class, loud outbursts, not able to sit still. Now it is March he's been taking Metadate 20mg for about 3 months, his report cards has improved about 80%. Although it does wear off around 2 or 3 in the afternoon we can really see a difference in school. I still am interested in investigating other avenues. Overall my son has shown a significant improvement."


"I have had the Implanon since February 2011, it comes out in February 2014. I love it because I have not gotten pregnant but did have some issues with bleeding a lot.  Went to Dr and they put me on a 3 Month supply of the pill to get it regulated and after 2 months it was fine had 1 period since December 2012. My only negative to it is ABSOLUTELY NO SEX DRIVE and it's making my husband think I'm not attracted to him anymore and that it not the case at all so I'm going to have it taken out a little early and try something different."


"After lower back surgery I was prescribed  Oxycodone for pain and Diazepam ( Valium) for muscle spasms. The only problem is constipation,something that I had never experienced before. The instructions say that it may take up to 72 hours and this is how long it took to work for me. I was sceptical if it was going to work at all but it did. NO pain or any problems. I went easy the only thing the smell is hard to describe. Haha!!!. I took it twice  a day on the advise of the nurse after the single dose didn't bring me any results the first day. Always ask your doctor for stuff like that even though it is an OTC  remedy . Hope you feel better."


"I am a 21 year old college student who has been suffering from mild-moderate acne since middle school. Now, I guess I'd consider myself having adult acne due to hormones. I have never been on any forms of birth control (mainly scared of possible weight gain). I have literally went to Pharmacies every few months tried something different for my acne. I would make a list and I am telling you just about EVERY brand, product, etc was on there.  I was prescribed Epiduo at night and Aczone for the mornings. WOW WHAT AN AMAZING COMBINATION. I am clear of white heads and active zits and now am only battling with scarring. PLEASE give it a try. Took about a solid month to work. I didn't peel either."


"I had slight decrease in Libido.  Nice light periods.  Cleared up my acne slightly - I have cystic acne.  No noticeable weight gain.  I do wear contacts, no trouble with those.  Overall I was happy with it.  Was on since I was 15/16 years old for about nine years straight.  Switching to Yaz to see if that helps better with my acne."


"I have taken Yaz for 3 months now and it has not only given me bad break outs but it has made my period very irregular which has never been a problem for me. It varies from a week early to a week late. "


"I have been on Gianvi on and off for about 2 years. I went on it to help my acne and to lighten my periods. Period is a little heavy the first day or so then completely goes away by the 3rd day of white pills so no complaints there. Although my acne is TERRIBLE! It's a great pill for someone that doesn't get acne but I already suffer from it so I will be switching soon."


"I have had chronic back and neck pain since 2002. I have had back surgery twice and neck surgery once.  I have tried a lot of different options and the OxyContin, Oxycodone combination has been the best for me. Since the onset of all this "Opioid crisis" has happen it has been harder and harder to get my meds. The old saying "don't let one bad apple spoil the whole bunch" says it all. That's what the government has done, let a few bad apples spoil the whole bunch. People that need these meds need them and with the way it is now doctors don't want to give them out. If I could I would get off them in an instance but my life is miserable without them from the pain I have so here I am, stuck getting what I can to get at least some relief."


"I have used this on the entire family because otc treatments are not effective now. It doesn't work at all! After leaving it 10 min as instructed I still pulled out 2 live adults from my kids."


"I have had mirena for 2 weeks now.  I am 18 years old and don't have any children.  The insertion was very painful for me.  I had cramps for at least 4 hours afterwards once the medicine kicked in.  I have had minor cramps ever since the insertion, but not bad.  I've spotted a little everyday.  I wake up and feel like I'm going to vomit in the mornings, but after I am up and eat, it goes away.  I've actually lost my appetite and lost weight just in the 2 weeks of having it.  So far I love it! Hopefully I don't have any of the side effects like acne.  I recommend this to anyone!"


"Prior to this medication it took me a month to lose 5lbs with strict dieting and vigorous exercise. I've been on this med exactly 2 weeks and have lost 6.8lbs. Female, 5'3" and went from 204.5lbs to 197.7lbs. Keep in mind this is with absolutely no exercise (primarily because it's made me feel so nauseous) and no fancy diet plan and with a couple days dining out. I eat a fraction of what I used to eat and often have to remind myself to eat at all. This stuff is phenomenal and now I feel like it's actually possible for me to lose weight. Nausea has been the primary side effect, it's been rough at some points but manageable. I plan to start working out again next week so I'll definitely post an update after another month or so"


"A health care professional and a person who takes this medication ."


"Jan 29th, 2014 I was diagnosed with HIV (CD4 was 475, VL 250,000) Didn't get on Stribild til May 2nd.. Taking it for 1.5 months, I reached  (CD4-726 VL Und.) I Have Medicaid without a supplement plan. They pay everything. I pay $3.00 co-pay."


"I've been suffering from endometriosis for over 5 years now. I have tried so many different medicines to help relieve the pain I have on a daily basis. My gyno prescribed Lortab ES for me 6 months ago and it has been a miracle for me. I take only as directed by my doctor and luckily haven't experienced any negative side-effects. Thanks to Lortab I can finally have some of my life back."


"My anxiety begun when I was 11 years old. I was in denial for 5 years that I needed a pcychiatrist. I can't get over it anymore so I stopped my study. I had headaches and depressed of all the results given to me. Everything was a nightmare. I've been checked by many doctors but they said that my system is normal. So they decided to put me in a psychiatrist. They give me some med but it didn't help me that much. I went to other doctor this time gave me this wonderful med rivotril. It gives me full control of my emotions and my anxiety completely gone. Now i can function very well. Thanks rivotril."


"This medicine worked WONDERS! Within the first month of taking it I went from 1-2 new pimples a day to 1-2 pimples PER MONTH if that!! Even the old marks/scars began to fade. Love it"


"My 8 year old has been on abilify for almost a year now.  She has gained about 30 lbs, but she is very active and still fit.  She is autistic and has severe aggression tendencies toward herself and others. She had been on respiridol before and it did nothing for her.  Now, she takes 11 ml and we increase it 1 ml every four weeks until she is more stable.  She has greatly improved on this medication but still has a long way to go."


"I am in the same boat.  After years of suffering, I reluctantly started Zelnorm.  I was on it for just a few months before it was taken off the market. Since then, it has been a constant struggle and NO other medicine or alternative source seems to help.  I would like to take it despite the risks and really wish there was another option that worked as well."


"I'm 22/F have GAD & anxiety for a long time. Just in the last year I've developed panic attacks. I quit my job, never left the house. It caused me to basically fear life itself. Doctor recommended klonopin .05mg at night. Benzos make me very drowsy starting out. So I was told to take 1/4 of the pill (.25) & slowly increase every few days! I'm at a little over 1/2 & I'm seeing a major difference. I still have some anxiety but I'm also still on a low dose. But this medicine allows me to think more clearly. I developed nausea &  excessive belching after eating everything, when I started getting panic attacks &I've seem to notice a difference in that as well. Considered about addiction though"


"Just purchased this today after having unprotected sex last night. I'm praying it works and I'm not pregnant."


"I had to take this for a gum/nerve infection & the medicine did work very well but the heartburn is unbearable.
It says don't lay down for 10 minutes but I'd say don't lie down for about 30min (I learned the hard way) also make sure you take it with a lot of water."


"I had implanon put in February 2016 and it's now November 2017. The first month on it my period was pretty normal. After that it was non stop spotting for a while. Then it stopped a little after a year of having, but shortly after that my periods have been going on every single day and they are even heavier now! My period has gotten so heavy and painful and it never stops. I'm losing my mind because of this birth control and I honestly can't wait to get it taken out."


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


"I started taking this mini pill 4/5weeks ago and I quit right now "


"I have been on a laundry list of other medications for major depressive disorder, Viibryd is the first one that has worked and actually saved me from myself! The only side effect I have every day is nausea, but I can deal with that because I finally feel normal and am able to cope with my depression, anxiety and anger."


"I'm 22 and allergic to peanuts so I would worry all the time about it and would just have panic attacks like at least 3-4 times a week then starting taking this and it just went away. Works great, I feel like a normal person again, no worries."


"Took 3 tablets (1,500mg) before my lip blistered, right at the first tingle BUT I still got 2 cold sores. Meds gave me a headache and a stomach ache.

Waste of money because it didn't work for me."


"Loved it! It did its job. On it for 10 days. This drug has been around a long time - Nurses use it all the time for "older" patients. You MUST take it properly with a disciplined regimen. 1) Take some multi-strain probiotics to add back in more good fighter bacteria. 2) Strains should include yeast to prevent yeast infection. 3) Flush (drown) your system with water - shoot for 12 8oz glasses a day. Add lemon to some of the water for kidney health. 4) Take psylliym fiber, prune juice when necessary. Your gut will be very unbalanced while the army of good and army of bad are fighting and you won't know how many "soldiers" you have on each side at any given time."


"I am going on my 5th pregnancy with boy number 5. Around 9 weeks  my legs were flopping around like a half-dead fish out of water that is what my legs looked like about every 30-40 seconds all day and night unless I was walking constantly. I begged my doctor to give me something, anything. She refused. I tried every natural remedy I could think of. She finally gave me sinomet at 25/100 mg dose half a pill and it worked wonders but I noticed after a few weeks of taking it wore off faster and then my legs became worse so my doctor has  to keep increasing my dosage. I am 30 weeks now and at 2 pills a day. I take in half and quarter increments throughout the day to avoid the onset of the RLS. if taken properly it works great."


"I used xiidra for approximately 3 weeks prescribed for dry eye disease.  The terrible taste it left in my throat was bearable but I must say that it has significantly increased tearing.  It is so bad that I have returned to the eye doctor to obtain medication for itchy constant tearing eyes. Two days after beginning prescription Prednisolone AC 1% I am finally getting relief from the itching eyes.  The tearing continues to effect my quality of life.  I'm extremely disappointed that I was not informed of this possibility by my eye doctor.  In this day and time we must all be our own advocate for any negative side effects because some physicians fail to inform their patients.  Please beware of the side effects of Xiidra!!!!!!"


"Horrible experience. Took for 14 days as directed and by day 11 There was blood in my bowel movements. Days 12 and 13 had me doubled over with severe stomach pains and watery diarrhea up to ( no exaggeration...18 times a day) I figured that it was from this new medication and stopped immediately. Stomach pain subsided but now need a colonoscopy to be sure that I am ok. Also gained 8 pounds in these 2 weeks. Really helped with my hip pain but no thanks...... I'd rather deal with hip pain than this nightmare."


"I was diagnosed in January 2011. My own immune system was able to manage my HIV for a couple years, but my health started to fail in 2013. I started with Atripla, and I'm still recovering from the extremely vivid nightmares I experienced.  I switched to a couple different combinations of drugs, but I couldn't adhere to the dosing schedules. Triumeq has been a godsend. One pill a day, and no nightmares. The only side effects I've experienced are upset stomach, weakness, and headaches.  I had one very bad spell where I nearly lost control of my motor functions and I fell in the bathroom and couldn't get back up for a short period of time.  Otherwise, my CD count has been stable at ~800, and I've been undetectable since 2013."


"I'm a 64 yr old male. I have essential tremor of the hands and neck/head. Until 5 yrs ago, it had gone undiagnosed or misdiagnosed for 45 years.  I've been taking Primidone for 2 months now.  I've recently increased the dosage to 100mg - 2 times a day. This is the only Essential Tremor drug I'm taking at this time. I've been on Inderal, Topiramate, Gabipentin, Carbodopa/Levadopa  and combinations. Recently Phenol injections into my neck muscles did more harm then good. Now, I can't even lift my arms above my shoulders. Here's hoping the primidone increase has some effect on my hands and head shakes. No side effects so far. I have not figured out why some days I have almost no tremor. Have tracked my diet, doesn't seem to be connected ?"


"Degenerative Disc Disease. In 20 years I have been through all the medicines a regular doctor can write a prescription for. Once in pain management I started with 10 mg OxyContin twice a day then to 20mg twice a day. Now I am on OxyContin 20mg twice a day. OxyContin has worked for me in the long haul."


"I began taking Yaz about a year ago and I love it. While on Yaz, I never noticed any changes in my mood, or my body.  However within the last few months I switched to the generic version Gianvi hoping to save some money. At first I didn't notice any difference, but slowly I have been getting more and more emotional, and anxious....something that I have never had a problem with before. And now I have been having a breakthrough period for the past 15 days straight, while on my active pills. I am not sure if this is because of the Gianvi, but I can't think of what else it could be. I will be switching back to Yaz ASAP. It is worth the extra money. I do not recommend Gianvi to anyone."


"So I just recently got done being on accutane for six months.  My derm told me to start applying tretinoin cream (0.05%) onto my face every night.  I'm three weeks post-accutane/into using the tretinoin and it has been awful.  I thought after accutane I wouldn't break out hardly at all.  However, that's not even close to the truth.  I've gotten at least two cystic bumps/pimples/red marks on my face PER DAY for the last TWO WEEKS.  It's beginning to cover my face and it is getting continually worse.  I have never broken out this much in my entire life.  I use a Cetaphil facewash and moisturizer.  I really thought after six months of accutane my skin would finally be clear for the first time ever, but now it's simply worse than ever."


"I saw no difference in my cough using these pills. It was still horrible and kept me up at night and lasted several days"


"My oldest son had horrible acne in high school.  He is blonde and fair-skinned and had horrible red bumps all over his face.  After 3-4 years of trying everything over the counter and 2-3 trips to the dermatologist , the pediatrician finally gave my youngest son a sample of duac and my older son used it and it worked wonders.  His face finally cleared up.  His skin is very sensitive and I don't remember a lot of drying as others have mentioned.  But, he put it just on the pimples and not all over his face, though he had so much acne it pretty much was all over his face and his back. I wish I had found this sooner!  One over counter "University Medical Acne med for rosacea" actually worked but they stopped making it soon after we discovered."


"I was on the Depo shot for 2 years, at first it was fine, but in the last 6 months I became very depressed, my anxiety levels were through the roof. I gained a few extra pounds, and I had mood swings like crazy! I decided to try the patch since it has different hormones, and even though I just finished my first week I can already see a difference. I'm not moody at all, I'm a lot happier and more myself. And I've even lost a few pounds. Other than the breast tenderness everything else is completely fine. I'll still have hormones from the shot in me for a while longer and I never had my period with the shot. I'll just have to wait and see!"


"Took 40mg per day for about a year before I really "came back to life."  It helped me sleep but was too sedating overall.  It helped me reverse anorexia but I doubled my weight (gained 93 lbs in a few months.)  It did stop the psychosis.  Was able to feel emotions again after years of numbness.  Took varying doses for 17 yrs and had very hard time getting off it when the time was right.  Have been off 5 months now and am considering starting again because of severe insomnia & mood swings.  Hate the weight gain and lethargy."


"On about a week now and feeling like my life is changing. I don't feel like complete garbage everyday, I don't over think everything, and I'm much happier. First day was the worst but then got clonazepam and it made the first period feel MUCH better. Loving it so far!"


"I'm a male medical student in the final months of my training. I've always found it dreadful doing presentations before a professional (other medics) audience even if it is something like 7 people. I found it impossible - I go into full blown panic attack 15 seconds in (crying, voice trembling, heart pounding so much that people have said they can hear it from outside). I had a very important presentation recently and I took 40 mg 1.5 hours before and I was EXTREMELY calm. I felt so calm, I felt like I was sitting at home watching a movie while I was on stage! My "excited" heart rate without propranolol is 120+ but on propranolol it was 84 maximum. Just use this med under Doctors guidance. Use the lowest working dose. Try it before the event to see how you react to it"


"I've used a lot of different products for many years but unfortunately didn't really work and I'm frustrated and gave up myself. And now my primary Doctor recommended me this Tri Luma and just for 3 weeks it really looks amazing. Very satisfied! This is really true!"


"I take 10 mg/day. Before I started taking this I felt as though I had severe PMS everyday. I suffer from moderate to severe depression, anxiety, mood swings, anger problems, and OCD. My therapist has diagnosed me with PTSD. Anyway, the first week of taking this I had a lot of side-effects. I took it in the evening, and had insomnia. Waking up a lot at night. Initially, the first week, I also had decreased appetite and chest pain that would come and go. After the first week I began taking it in the morning. The insomnia and all other symptoms subsided, but then I became extremely tired during the day. I'm now taking it in the evening again. Helps A LOT. No more depression or irritability. Only problem now is increased appetite."


"I've tried other things for pain. Already take a strong pain medicine, which is getting harder and harder to get, because in my State, one must go to a pain clinic to get it. Pain clinics are horrors. Lyrica seems to work with the amount of pain medicine that I take and seems to have even reduced the "break through" pain. No unpleasant symptoms yet."


"I take 1500mg daily, morning, noon mid afternoon, tea time and evening. They have kept my fits away ."


"Started taking this medicine 3 months back A1C dropped to 6.5 from 8.2 lost three kgs also taking half glimestar before dinner, the side effects are back pain.My opinion is that it's good."


"Last year I went off gabapentin as I wanted to get a pilots license.  The FAA was so nasty because I have diabetes that I guess I will never get the medical clearance.  Lately the neuropathy got so severe I couldn't stand it so gradually worked my way back up to 9-100 mg a day.  What a difference.  I may need more later.  I did notice a few pounds packed on, and a bit of a blur in my eye with the new lens implant.  Now that I know it is the gabapentin putting the weight on, I can be more careful as I want to maintain my figure.  Lyrica made me nuts and I had terrible mood swings.  Once I got up to 700 mg of gabapentin, I noticed a big relief."


"I tried Depo for almost a year before finally switching to the pill due to repeated irregular bleeding.  And the symptoms I experienced were incredibly heavy and painful like I've never experienced. It worked great as birth control though and I didn't ever get pregnant but there was no prediction or pattern to my irregular bleeding and the pain of the cramps was something I've never experienced since."


"I was given AMOX 500MG/CLAVULAN 125MG to be taken 3 times a day for 10 days for Bronchitis at a walk-in clinic. The 3rd day into this Rx I developed severe uncontrollable watery diarrhea 45 times a day, by day 6, I stopped taking the Rx. I went for weeks with severe diarrhea this Rx wiped out ALL my gut flora, clostridium difficile attacked my large intestine and colon. It took 4 months of antibiotics & living on a BRAT diet to get this under some control to a point where I am only be having diarrhea 8-10 times per day, for the past 20 months, my body still doesn't know how to form a stool. I live with c. difficile. My GP will not prescribe me any antibiotics at all now. Clavulan has destroyed my body!"


"Remeron is very good for what it's for. The only problem I have with it is that I have to be very active during the day for it to work (put me to sleep) when I take it at night. It can get very annoying at times but hopefully once school starts it'll work better."


"Handable headaches at first but disappeared after a few weeks. Went from 33.000 to < 20 within a month."


"I was on 1500mg of Keppra (generic) for partial seizures that progressed into a grand mal seizure.  Immediately upon starting the meds, I noticed that things were different.  I felt disconnected from myself, trouble with attention, word finding, coordination, mood, working and longterm memory.  However, I was seizure free and I needed to drive so I pushed through, not enjoying my life as much and making terrible social decisions.  Finally after 4 years, my neurologist is helping me wean off so that I can start a family without worry.  I am down to 250mg a day and WHOA my whole life is changing.  I feel centered, even, connected.  I am so sad about how I was living my life on Keppra.  Don't ruin your life "


"I started Belviq on March 19th, one month later I lost 6lbs! I believe the pill works to curb your appetite but you do need to also have some will power. I also suffer from PMDD which makes me moody and causes me to overeat, if not for this I think I could have lost more weight. My insurance bc/bs covers it I only pay $25 copay. Also, I take it once a day around 2-3pm because 2 a day is way too much for me, because it makes me exhausted. I need to lose 40lbs I have incorporated walking over 3 miles each day. The first couple of days of taking the pill I did have migraines and tension in my shoulders, taking aleve with the belviq helped and then the symptoms subsided. I wish you all good luck with this it works"


"I wad prescribed Lyrica after being newly diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I am taking it before bed and do not feel any better!"


"Took Chantix almost 2 yrs ago. I quit in about 3 weeks after I stopped making excuses for myself. I broke the psychological addiction and needed the Chantix as a support mechanism to help beat the physiological addiction, which is the most difficult in my opinion. I started smoking about 4 months ago due to stressful situations. I recently started Chantix, again, and find that the cravings have subsided much quicker than the first time. I did start on 1 mg pills, however. I am now smoke-free for 3 days and don't want to look back. I will find better coping mechanisms in the future! Good luck to all who want to try this and want to quit. It truly works IF you are ready."


"Took 25 mg yesterday AM and slept for 5 hours.  I am also a spinal cord injured person and that plays a big role in bowel incontinence.  Will speak to pharmacist about lowering dose.

Also some reviews insinuate they dropped methadone because of Movantek.  Would appreciate comments from those who have done this."


"Yaz was my best friend. I began the pill when I was 15 for irregular periods but I didn't expect it to clear my skin the way it did. It cleared my face, back, and chest. I mean I finally got compliments on my skin. I got pregnant a month after I stopped taking it and my skin was worse than ever. The only reason I'm giving it a 9 is because it didn't work for me after giving birth. It gave me migraines and the acne didn't clear up. However, I'm almost positive it was due to me not taking it religiously like I did in high school."


"I have taken this birth control for several years. The first side effects I had was just some bloating in the first week. Then I started to get really bad migraines. My doctor said I could skip it and go into the next pack. I did that for 3 packs and now I have had spotting off and on for 2 months and my face has broken out and I got another migraine. I didn't gain weight on this pill and it did lighten my periods and cramping which used to be unbearable. It also didn't help my acne and I get super irritable right before my off week. I am switching pills. The migraines are just too much."


"Cleared my symptoms in 24 hours after 2 days in the hospital with levaquin iv, which did nothing."


"Approximately twenty years ago, I was taken by ambulance twice and once by car to ER where they gave me something that calmed me.  It was similar to a seizure. Nothing ever triggered these attacks.  It just came upon me very fast. I was enjoying my career and life; I'm very social.  My doctor finally sent me to a Psychologist and he diagnosed me with panic attacks. There was a name for this!!  I was prescribed something similar to Klonopin and when Klonopin came on the market, he prescribed 0.5mg twice a day.  I have had no adverse side effects, only positive.  I have never had another panic attack and do not plan to ever stop taking Klonopin. I am the same person I was and live life to the fullest in a new phase of 'early retirement'!!"


"I found that this medicine gave little or no effect in treating my fibromyalgia. However, since everyone's body chemistry is different it may give mild to medium relief. My sister has it also, gave her mild relief."


"It's a wonderful medicine for my spasms. The back spasms do not stop for me unless I use Soma.  They are the only muscle relaxers that work for me. I tried 4 or 5 different kinds and none of those worked for me. I would recommend them."


"The only negative comment would be in the dosing time period as the drug has a nil effect after five hours. I have not experienced any major side effects and a minor one of constipation."


"I went on Wellbutrin some time ago so I don't remember the dose.  I had tried at least 4 SSRI's and didn't get much relief from my depression, mostly a lessening of morbid thoughts.  The problem was that all of them without exception made me very drowsy.  So my shrink suggested Wellbutrin.  I was on it for about 3 months.  At first it seemed to make me much better, certainly no drowsiness, but after awhile I got quite depressed again.  Finally I stopped and to my amazement the very next day I felt substantially better!  I knew my depression wasn't cured but I knew for sure that Wellbutrin had made me worse."


"About the only form of a stimulant that works without a crash. This medication does help my to start and stay on a task until finished. It also stops the endless chatter in my head, known as ruminating thoughts.

This medication also helps me to sleep and at times will put me to sleep"


"I started taking Saxenda on 12/14/15 weighing in at 210 pounds. As of today 01/15/16 I weighed in at 193....17 pound weight loss!

I have been doing 30 minutes of cardio 4 times a week.

The down sides I have experienced are constipation. I have found the only way I am able to go to the bathroom is by taking a liquid laxative on the weekends. I have also experienced some nausea that has been pretty bad at times.

Overall, I am really excited about my rules and hope to reach my goal weight of 160 by the summer! Saxenda rocks!!"


"I've been taking Contrave for lmost 4 weeks.  I was ravenous the first two weeks.  I increased as prescribed to the 4 pills per day and have been working out (bootcamp) and watching my food intake.  Yet. I'm still hungry and cravings haven't subsided.   I don't know how much longer I should stay on this to see if it kicks in.  It doesn't seem to be working for me unfortunately."


"I have Fibromyalgia and compression fractures in my lower back and neck from an automobile accident.  I have tried everything for pain and stiffness.  I changed doctors and she gave me a prescription for Flexeril 10mg to take at bedtime to help me sleep.  For me, this is the best medication I have tried. I had to cut the pills in quarters however because the 10mg was too strong."


"Within a few days of the Prevnar 13 injection, my left knee became very painful, limited mobility requiring ice, Motrin and rest. It lasted 6 weeks and spontaneously resolved . Then my right  knee started in the same manner, but much worse and lasted 10 weeks before spontaneously resolving. I did not have any injuries or change in activities to cause this.  in both knees, there was NEVER any swelling, just pain and limited mobility."


"Vivitrol has made me completely useless.  I was taking methadone as prescribed every day for the last six years. I actually cut my dose in half the last 24 months. But, I decided to quit cold turkey to get on vivitrol.  Now I am so miserable! I can only get myself to take a couple bites of food a day if I can keep it down. My head  is constantly throbbing.  I haven't slept more than two hours every night for at least a month. My body is so weak yet I'm constantly freezing and sweating. My hands shake all the time And the ringing in my ears is so loud I have a hard time hearing things sometimes. I find that I don't care about anything. I don't even want to be around my own son anymore.  I am not surprised people get suicidal on this drug."


"I had numerous cryotherapy treatments and used Condyline paint which both worked but the warts always came back. My doc prescribed Imiquimod as a last resort and it worked marvellously. The warts had almost completely disappeared after two weeks and I had none of the pain, burning or itching I had with condyline. After that the doc said twice weekly would be enough and after six weeks I was completely clear."


"My Gyno prescribed me Trinessa since I had been having irregular periods for a while, the pills had no side effects with me & it cleared up my acne pretty well. 10/10 recommend."


"My 7 year old son has been on the 15mg patch going on his 4th month now and it has been a God send. He went from a C and D student at the start of the school year to an almost straight A student at the end. I have found that if I use adhesive remover and out a little lotion on the site after removal it manages the irritation. It definitely affects his appetite but no more so than any of the other medications that he has been on. Night and Day difference for us."


"I have always been a very active person. But I started to get a bulge around my left knee. Really not painful untill I got back into heels. Then it ached.

   .   So I stepped down to my sneakers. If I did extreme lifting and carrying cases of water upstairs thet would ache. But I started hearing the grinding of my knee.

         I made an appointment with ortho doc.,got MRI done of my knee. I needed a knee replacement! But I wasn't ready yet even though I am getting up there, I surprise people all the time with what I still do.

......Got the shots,one in each knee. No big deal. 6 weeks later,I cannot walk,using crutches,in enormous pain. Knees so swollen and hard. Can't bend them. What do I do now?"