"Same here as in never-going-back to prescription medications. They were disastrous (Abilify), rejected through final massive allergic reaction by my body after several years (Depakote), left me clumsy (lithium), increased my mood cycling (Lexipro) and caused tachycardia (Trazodone), made me feel like a zombie (Tegretol) or lock-up all my limbs when effects of previous dose wore off (Valium).
Today I am thoroughly experienced with herbal medicine, and I have to say, St. John's wort is a very effective herb for controlling mood extremes and reducing nervousness without sedation. It seems to have no serious effects with me. I use Vitanica brand only now, because the effectiveness of just one per day is enough"


"Made acne worse!!! If you already have issues with acne, I strongly recommend avoiding this medication. I only took it for 6 days and my break outs got much worse. In addition to that, I gained at least 5 lbs in that short amount of time and had mood swings. I specifically asked my doctor for a birth control that would also help with acne. I'm going to ask to be switched to a pill that is an anti-androgenic."


"I started taking Mirtazapine 15mg 5 weeks ago as I was in a very bad place with Pure obsessive Disorder and GAD.

It has been really helpful in controlling my Generlised Anxiety and has allowed me to enjoy my Christmas and New year and life again. It hasn't really helped with my pure obsessional thoughts directly but has really helped lower my anxiety which does trigger my pure obsessional thoughts so indirectly I suppose it has made them more controllable.

I've had no weight gain and weight has remained the same through out. The only side effects were sleepiness and drowsiness in 1st week.

If you are worried about gaining weight on this drug then I suggest weighing yourself before and during taking it.

I would definitely recommend it"


"My experience with temazepam is HORRIBLY ineffective, like ambien and other sorts of medications. I've taken Clonazepam for years for anxiety disorder but suffer from insomnia. My doctor has literally lied to me saying she doesn't know anything about DORAL (quazepam) which I tried once and besides DORIDEN and older medication for sleep is not made anymore...but DORAL allowed me a beautiful sleep for 12 hours. Nothing but that has ever broken through the CLONOPIN wall is seem to have. It's disheartening and it seems my doctor about several issues just doesn't take it seriously."


"I have fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. Ambien worked like a charm for two months. Then it completely stopped being effective."


"okay ladies, just calm down. heres my experience, I've taken Plan B about 5-6 times in my life and I've never had this happen till now. I took plan B on the sunday of my first sugar pill, I had unprotected sex the night before with some strange man and a friend of mine. not knowing him I certainly didn't want his baby so I decided I'd take plan b just to be safe. ... tuesday came and I didn't get my period...5 days later I FINALLY got my period! most nerve wracking 5 days ever.  I actually went and bought a pregnancy test on thursday and told myself that if i didn't wake up with a period on friday, id take the test. thank god i didn't have to take that test bc aunt flow finally made it and I welcomed her with open arms. .. it'll come, just wait"


"The best way to describe how well Lyrica works for me is to say, "I'm young again! I'm a 50 yr old who has suffered with fibromyalgia for many years.  Every morning on waking I would just lay in bed dreading the pain and discomfort of something as simple as getting up and out of bed.

I was prescribed Cymbalta, Celebrex and Tramadol which help; but nothing works as well as Lyrica.  I am able to get more done now without slowing down.  Like I said before, I feel years younger.

I have read that Lyrica poses an abuse warning, but what I experience isn't really euphoria (High) as one might experience with opiates.  I experience relief of pain and maybe "light on my feet" and actually stronger muscles %u2014 but not the euphoria of opiates."


"Dear Antibiotic, I think by "may cause dizziness" you meant to say "may cause you to feel like you are stuck on a merry go round." Overall though ok, but for about an hour after I take it, I'm all dizzy. Other then that, its fine."


"Gave me aching pain in my right side after about 3 hours and lasted till morning. Disappered until I took it again and then came back."


"As a doctor this is the best I've seen tried compared to most other topicals."


"My daughter (8) was on Valproic Acid (liquid) for a year. About a month ago she began the pill form Divalproex. Both medicines stopped her Gran mal and Petit mal seizures. Fiends and family have commented for the last year about her personality change. She is no longer a joyful and energetic child, but has become very lethargic and depressed. We are currently researching different medicines to give her."


"Started Gaba on 8-7-16. I take 900 mg daily (split my dosage.) Remember, Gaba is an off label used for Anxiety & you can't blame it if it doesn't work for anxiety (I find negative reviews for gaba unfair on this site.) I take Prozac 40 mg; but I still have light anxiety, panicky feeling, nausea & mental agitation. I have to use 4 or 5 mg Valium prn to smooth out Prozac can't fix at times. I suggested trying Gaba w/ my psyche; he agreed. 300 mg first wk, 2nd wk 600, & 3rd wk 900. Gaba added has been effective for anxiety. I feel less anxious & mental agitation reduced.At first, Gaba will make you drowsy & weak. My memory is slightly off but if I really focus I am fine.You might feel shaky at the start. Some bad days, be vigorous. Be positive"


"Just got it removed less than 10mins ago after having it for a year and a half! My doctor tried to convince me to keep it (like she always does) but nope, not this time! It’s too DAMN annoying. Excuse my language. I got my period every month on time and it always lasts for like two weeks! After I FINALLY go off, there’s this foul odor that doesn’t want to go away no matter how many times I’ve showered, soaked, prescription gels, summer’s eve’d, shoot I was trying everything! Endless google searches!
So basically, all month long I’m dealing with something. The spotting is also very random and it’s annoying. I’m trying the one that goes in my arm...  because I’m done with Liletta.

PROS: I’m not pregnant... *shoulder shrug*"


"For several years I have been prescribed 1mg to take up to 3 times per day - sometimes I take less, some days even none! But I find that Xanax does for me what adderall does for children suffering add. For some reason the drug helps me have precision focus, a clear mind, better communication, rapid fire thought processing, and motivation - just for starters. I don't expect to take it for the rest of my life, but I go thro prolonged periods of anxiety and antisocial behavior (will urinate in bottles in my room when at my worst). Glad  to know there are a few people who Experience the same effects  using Xanax as Maintenance.  It's been a life saver for me! Curious to understand why it has this off label effect on us select few."


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"This prenatal vitamin made me sick! It made me vomit day and night. I took it for over 2 weeks with no improvement! Luckily, my Doctor took me off this prenatal vitamin!"


"I've been taking the Norco 10mg/325 for a month now and they work great for my back and hip pain."


"Same symptoms as most other reviewers.  Been on Axiron for about a month now.  Feeling significantly better.  Mood, energy, and sex drive are way up.  Noticed slight sinus burning/headaches, but I'm not sure they are associated with Axiron.  Underarm redness and burning have been pretty significant, but bearable.  Dont know levels yet.  Another test to come."


"The implantation was not at all bad-- just a little pain but more from the lidocaine then anything.

Long story short I got the implant on 08/11/2016 and I am scheduled to get it removed on 12/08/2016.

I have major anxiety, a bit of depression, and I can't tolerate the mood swings.

I've always been the person to be calm, cool, and collective. Not since August!

I do not like the person I feel like I am on this and I cannot wait to get it removed!"


"I have a bad habit of getting on and off birth control due to relationship status, because I hate taking it. I finally found one that I like Aviane. After feeling really emotional the first few weeks (only reason I didn't give it 10 out of 10), I've totally mellowed. No weight gain at all, and after my third round of full packs, I had no cramping before my period, which is unheard of."


"ER gave me 25mg diphenhydramine IV for nausea.  The only effect was delirium and a brief medication nap.  I felt woozy and poisoned for at least two hours afterwards.  It may work for others, but it certainly didn't help me."


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


"Lexapro is awesome.  Before lexapro I would overthink about everything.  When I was in a relationship I would just think and think and think about if they were cheating, if I was too ugly, if they were thinking about leaving me blah blah blah.  I would just feel really stressed out and would cry a lot.  Now I feel fabulous.  The only negative is it makes me pee in the middle of the night- so annoying and I want to make out with strangers less often.  I haven't gained weight but haven't lost any either.   At first this medicine gave me wicked insomnia but now I take it first thing in the morning.  Good luck!  Remember being sad isn't necessary and most people who talk bad about being on antidepressants spend hours at the bar."


"It's very effective, I give it that. I didn't get pregnant. I've been on this birth control for 6 months and I've gained 40lbs. Yes.. 40!!! I ate healthy and exercised everyday. I DO NOT RECOMMEND if you want to keep you figure or plan to lose weight."


"I was prescribed this by my doctor to take to calm me down for a job interview. I tested it today for a mock interview at university and it is amazingly effect. I usually suffer from an increased heart rate, clammy hands, shakey voice and body and a nervous red rash that spreads across my face and chest. I was so calm after taking 20 mg an hour before the mock interview and one 10 mg fifteen minutes before. My body remained completely calm like it would if I was just watching television at home. Still some nervous thoughts but because my body was relaxed I was able to stay in control and interview well. Still a bit of a nervous flush but no where near as bad as unmedicated. Can't wait to see how this holds up for the actual interview."


"I went on Paxil a year after father died 15 years ago. I was told it was non-addictive and started on a low-mid dosage, 20mg.  It helped and was on it for about 10-12 years.  I just accepted that I needed it.  Everyone is correct about not missing doses - if I missed 2-3 days, I'd get very emotional, cry at drop of a hat, etc. - which I unfortunately took as proof that I needed to stay on it - I didn't understand it was the withdrawal effects!  Over time, with ups/downs in career, I gradually increased dosages, going to 40 mg/day. In late 2010, after out of work for 2-3 years, I went back to general dr and he prescribed 60mg/day.  Within a couple months, I was in downward spiral. "


"Gralise, an extended release form of gabapentin, made me so sick that I could not attend school and function at all normally. It made me extremely drowsy and I couldn't think clearly."


"I've been on desvenlafaxine actavis for over 2 years now for anxiety/anger and depression i was seeing a psychologist for the first three months of having the drug an experienced minimal side effects a little dizziness here and there. Although I dont feel any different I'm not quick to lose my temper anymore and I dont stew on things that have made me very angry in the past"


"I have severe chronic idiopathic constipation. And Lizness usually works within 2-3 hours after taking it. It doesn't work every time but if it works 2 times a week then I'm happy. Without it I only had a Bowel Motion once a month at the most. And that's after using magnesium citrate."


"worst stuff I have ever used

ended up in the er was so

scared, it killed me with back and knee'

pain could not get out of bed without

screaming, never again!"


"I had the Skyla inserted on Friday the 14th. I took 2 ibuprofen before hand and in my opinion that didn't help! Insertion hurt pretty bad I broke out into a sweat fast. Pain was not unbearable and it only lasted a couple minutes. I had some cramps that night but not too bad. All in all everything went good a few minutes of pain is worth the 3 years piece of mind.  I have not had any spotting but I have also been on birth control pills for almost 10 years so I don't really get a period anyway."


"Metoclopramide in low doses worked. After being prescribed 10mg. 3 times a day, I didn't take it. It made me feel strange and I had the fear of Tardive dyskinesia (TD). So I started taking only 10mg. once a day after eating my main meal, when I needed it and I had my symptoms. It helps tremendously."


"I originally started birth control around the age of 17-18. I had very heavy periods through high school and would miss a day of school every month due to the awful cramps/diarrhea I would get. I was put on a higher hormone pill that helped my periods lighten up but made me gain 10 pounds or so.. long story short I got switched onto Microgestin and was happy on it for 5-6 years. I didn't have any problems with acne, weight gain or heavy periods. I actually would only get a very light (just spotting pretty much) period once every 3 months or so which my doctor said was normal with this birth control. I had no issues with pregnancy on the pill either and my boy friend and I do not use protection since I'm on the pill. I recommend it!"


"I picked up a cheeseburger wrapper off of the seat of a transit bus back in 1990.  It had a syringe wrapped in it and I managed to hit it on the back of the seat and stab and inject whatever was in it into my hand.  I was a lab rat for the High dose Interferon Ribavirin combo treatment in yearly 2000 but was booted from the trials because of problems they found in my blood.  Never told them about passing out ect just wanted to be better or not be at all as I felt so poorly.

Harvoni side effects are mild for me they include  a ten point increase in blood pressure, an increase in insomnia troubles, metallic taste in mouth and a  slight headache.

I am sixty-three years old and on week nine of my twelve week Harvoni treatment. Mental sharpness, clarity and concentration were a little better right away.   My night sweats and itching are mostly a thing of the past, my energy increased, extreme fatigue was replaced by a light relaxed tired feeling and much of the HCV fog lifted by week 3 I can actually think again and move at the same speed everyone else does what a plus!

I am grateful for those that pioneered the medication I thank them and God bless them for all their hard work.   As for those who set the unholy prices to get gain and extort money us, our insurance companies and the very government that paid billions for the research for the cure they should be in prison.

Shame on you Gilead and all of your greedy investors who make untold Billions of dollars while so many millions in the world suffer and many die just so you can get monetary gain!  Judgement awaits each of you."


"At first I didn't think Buspar would help me since I have always relied on antidepressants for my mostly manageable anxiety with a very occasional Klonopin. But this past year I was diagnosed with bipolar and have been advised that SSRIs could trigger manic symptoms so I am on mood stabilizers but they do not help my ever increasing anxiety. It has gotten so bad I rarely leave the house and can't work. When I started Buspar at 7.5 Mg 2x/day it made me more anxious and all I did was cry for a week but I was encouraged to keep taking it and it would get better and it has! My quality of life is soo much better, I feel normal again. I do get dizzy after my morning dose and need to sit or lay down though for maybe a half hour to an hour."


"I have suffered from restless legs syndrome since the age of 18 but at that time and until my 40's I would get long bouts of remission. Once I hit my 40's the RLS became relentless, not only in my legs but also my arms and strange sensations to touch in my fingers.  I tried Mirapex but had horrible nightmares.  Then I tried Requip for many years but started getting augmentation during the day.  Increasing the dose helped for a little while and then it just got even worse. I have been on the Neupro patch for several months and it does control the symptoms very well.  Have only had a few mild episodes.  However, the patch makes me extremely sleepy in the daytime which is a big problem as I work full-time and have fallen asleep at work."


"I have been dealing with anxiety all my life. I thought that was how everyone lived. Last year I had a debilitating episode of anxiety and finally sought help. After hearing my history the doctors wanted me to get on SSRI's asap. I resisted at first due to fears, but eventually relented. Started with 20mg a day of Paxil, was on that does for three months, and I still had some anxiety. Went up to 30mg and after the new dose kicked in, I have never felt better. It has been a year at 30mg's and my anxiety is gone, not just health anxiety but social anxiety, money anxiety. My mind finally works the way it was meant to and I owe it all to Paxil. "


"I've had anxiety for many years and my Dr had me on Xanax for about 12 years...3 times a day (0.25mg). She weaned me off to only taking 1 at night. While weaning she put me on 5mgs of lexapro to ease the process which was over a year ago and I still take the lexapro however, lately I have been experiencing more frequent panic/anxiety attacks which causes major dizziness more so than before. I'm not sure if Lexapro is for me or if the mgs is too low. I'll be making an appt to see my Dr but I want to see if anyone out there has had or is having this problem. It's pretty scary."


"I am 42. I don't really have a diagnosis but after our 3rd child at 37, something changed. What I would describe as "a mood disorder" stopped me in my tracks. After a lifetime of ups and downs and seasonal depression, I finally got help.

I have always been creative, days of high energy and an eventual crash. I've been a parent since the age of 17, so it seemed normal to run on empty.

I am obsessive, compulsive, mind racing, loving, over bearing, and extremely defensive and emptional. The lows have helped inspire passion and the highs have kept me motivated and driven.

I called my OBGYN after several months of extreme symptoms. Panic, paranoia, emotional break downs...etc.

Zoloft saved my marriage and my life. 50-150mg over 4 yrs."


"I am looking forward to my second injection. The obsession of taking a drink has been diminished significantly. I am motivated and happy. I attend 12 step meetings and do everything suggested from the fellowship however, this medication has taken me to the next level in my sobriety.  It is merely a band aid to my disease and support is still extremely important. I recommend this medication to any chronic alcoholic who has a problem staying sober."


"I have been smoking for 20 years now and a few years ago I quit cold turkey, but a couple of years ago I was under a lot of stress and started back smoking. I was only smoking 1 pack a day and my kids wanted me to quit again so I asked my doctor and she put me on Chantix and I am on Day 5 morning pill. The past few days I have had real bad headaches and insomnia to the point I can't fall asleep until 4 or 5 in the morning. And I also have noticed that I have been getting agitated with my husband and kids more than I used to."


"Works great"


"I had prostate cancer that had metastasized and was given the 3 month leuprolide shot along with casode; within 24-48 hours had horrible side affects, memory loss, couldn't walk or even stand up, dizziness, weakness. 3 days later I was taken to ER and had blood clots in my lung.  I do not recommend the leuprolide and casadex combination.  Not sure which one is worse but would give it a -1 rating if available."


"I was recently switched from Gildess to Microgestin, & Microgestin was awesome! Very few side effects, & my cycle became regular, & cramps mild. I went to fill my prescription last month & was blindsided by this new brand Blisovi 1/20. The pharmacist stated it's the same formula as Microgestin. Yeah right! Since starting this b/c I've experienced intense headaches/severe sinus problems, vision problems, anxiety, sleep issues, bloating, sore/swollen hands & joints, very tender breasts, & feeling so lethergic. I was actually starting

to wonder if it even prevented pregnancy due to the symptoms. I thought it was just the holidays. Just finished the first pack & will never take it again! Do not recommend this pill!!"


"The doctor prescribed 100mg nightly for sleeplessness. I found I could fall asleep within 5-10 minutes (no more bedtime TV) and sleep wonderfully, waking up alert, feeling great, ready to go. However, sometime around noon each day I'd find my eyes getting blurry (no more reading). I cut the dosage down to 50mg, same thing happened. I cut it down to 25mg nightly and I still fell asleep in 5-10 minutes, stayed asleep, awoke refreshed and raring to go, and VOILA, no blurry eyes. Trazodone is a wonder."


"In my 40s I started getting contact hives when lifting heavy object on my arms. As I got older it started getting worse and I often would also get rashes. After multiple visits to various doctors one finally took a biopsy or one of the rashes. It turns out I was allergic to the sun, a form of Lupus. I basically lived out doors in shorts and a t-shirts and the hives and rashes did not correspond to where the sun hit my body.  I take one to two cetirizine pills per day (day/night) and also one Ranitidine 150 mg (another histamine inhibitor) and stay out of the sun. I cover up at all times and the hives are mostly gone. Before this I would get thick large hives from any pressure, even sitting. "


"I was put on this birth control because my pharmacy had a hard time finding microgestin. No big deal. I read the reviews and I was so nervous but I still gave it a shot. I was on this pill for a month. It caused me to be extremely moody and tired all the time. My sex drive was low/nonexistent. Then when it came time for my period, it was barely there, which was alarming. When wiped with toilet paper there was a little blood, but nothing ever came out. It was the days I was expecting my period, so I assume it was just a weird period but I'm not sure."


"I've been on this 13 week birth control for 2 years now and have had no issues. My first pack did come with some irregular spotting, however after my second pack the spotting disappeared, and I have a regular period every 13 weeks as expected.

I've gone through 3 other varieties of birth control that left me spotting no matter how long I took them, but this birth control actually works for me. I have very painful cramps and a heavy flow, but it has reduced the mere 4 periods that I do have a year to very light and painless ones.

Only downside is my insurance doesn't cover it and it's crazy expensive, but I'm at least happy it exists at all."


"I've I have this implant for 3 years- just got a new one put in. My period went away for the first about year and a half then became Sparatic as all hell- I am married and super sexually active, and have had no pregnancys thanks to this. You don't have to remember to take a pill, shot or anything- super reliable and low maintenance. The implant was soar about 3 months in but that went away after about a week"


"Was taking gabapentin for over a year for the neuropathy in my feet, but it also slowed down my "hot flashes" but I woke up Saturday morning a couple of weeks ago, with my feet and ankles the size of soccer balls and water balloons under my eyes, my husband took me to the ER as I was starting to have chest pain they kept me for 4 days and ran every test they could think of, I have diastolic-congestive heart failure caused by the gabapentin"


"I get muscle tightness and spasms often after workouts as a side effect of arthritis in my back & neck (which was diagnosed for me in 2011). Flexeril was prescribed for this problem. It works great, but here is my feedback. First few times I took it, it knocked me out. Had to lay down & sleep. Took awhile of taking it in smaller doses, where this effect went away. After 3 weeks of use, I started holding fluids really bad. So I no longer use it daily, only as desperately needed. Also causes constipation, so be prepared to add Fiber to your diet to help with that. When I do take it, I'm able to work out the problem areas in my neck (which bothers me the most) with sports cream rub, while on the Flexeril. I can definitely recommend!"


"consumed 10mg for first 3 months, then went on 20mg for 4months,  and at the moment on 5th month (of 20mg) and will have to do the same for one more month, then my doctor will tell me if I should stop or still take the medicine. Overall really great, I had terrible acne, no acne now whatsoever, actually  really relieves, don't hesitate, use it. Most people who rate it negatively, most likely take the drugs in the wrong way or it just doesn't work for them. It really does wonders. 7months and my acne is almost gone (few spots on my back and no spots left on my face, new spots come out once 2 weeks but that’s because of my job which is very stressful)"


"I just tried this product on yesterday right before I went to bed and it did sting a little but nothing really and what can I say...It really worked way better then secret clinical strength."


"I had nexplanon put in June 2015. I love how effective it is as a birth control but I can't stand the side effects. I'm so emotional, wanting to cry over such small things. I have only had small spotting which is nice but my anxiety levels are up and I do not sleep well. My acne is so bad! Not so much my face but my arms and back! I keep very well hydrated and I exercise regularly, I'm very healthy all around so I know it has to do with the implant. I am experiencing dizziness more lately and I'm sad quite a bit. I will be looking for another form of birth control."


"I have had varying success with this drug. On one hand it has been a big help. It was able to flick the switch off and bring me out of a very bad GAD and major depressive episode.  But I wonder about the tolerance and how long it will be effective. I use it basically as an emergency tool when Im spiralling down the rabbit hole."


"This stuff is really awful.
Within a week tore my bicep,
Hands felt like cerebral palsy set in.
Absolutely the worst medicine I have ever taken!!!
Beware beware beware!!!"


"I have IUD and I now often get yeast infections. I usually use the oval pill that is supposed to be insert vaginally. I brought the pack and it came alone with cream. I usually don't use the cream because it burns so bad. For some silly reason I decided to use it after applying the cream and my vagina feels its on fire.! I tried using the feminine wipes to clean it up but it's still burning."


"I took Pristiq for extreme generalized anxiety disorder.  I went off 5 weeks ago because I was feeling so well after taking it for several years and I just had to go back on 4 days ago.  This medicine works very quickly.  I could barely get out of bed on Friday and I was back to work Monday, functioning and feeling much better.  Pristiq does not take my anxiety away 100% all the time but it keeps me functioning.  Without this medicine I am not sure what I would do."


"I got the implant put in on January 12th, it's only January 30th but I have been bleeding since I got it for all but like a week. I've had mood swings like crazy, I'm getting acne but for overall effectiveness it's wonderful. My fiance isn't concerned about a little bit of blood when you have sex and he has been ejaculating inside of me since I got it and no babies! So it works well to prevent pregnancy just the side effects are horrible."


"I had the MRSA virus i my thigh and it was the size of an enlarged grapefruit and nothing was working. My doctors gave me 4 doses of IV Zyvox and I was discharged in under a week."


"This medicine works great for my migraine headaches. I experience drowsiness and a heaviness or tightness in my head and neck, but on minimally. My headaches are usually gone within an hour or two. Sometimes the drowsiness is nice because it helps me sleep through the pain. I would definitely recommend this product."


"I took Lamictal for 6 months to treat bipolar and anxiety. As far as I can tell, it did nothing for me. Took forever to titrate up, due to the risk of rash, and am now weaning myself off. Trying Seroquel now, which is showing far more promise."


"I had a very negative experience with this drug. I suffer from initial and maintenance insomnia and nothing has worked but this drug did something others didn't - it made the insomnia worst and I couldn't sleep at all. I was in and out of sleep the first couple of hours, I took it at 9pm, and then couldn't go back to sleep after waking up at 1:30am.  It got me wired. Also, the little time I did sleep I had VERY weird dreams and it made my feet (mostly toes) hurt a lot.  Very bizarre experience and a huge set back for me :(
I took 15mg dose, sample from doctor."


"I have been taking Microgestin for three months now. It's birth control. Sure, everyone needs to find the right one for them but it really isn't as horrid as everyone is making it... Side effects happen.. you're pumping your body full of hormones. For the first month I didn't break out a tad bit more than usual, my boobs were extremely tender and I was feeling lethargic but around the end of month 2 my face became extra clear, my boob tenderness had subsided and I have my energy back! GIVE YOUR BODY TIME TO BECOME ADJUSTED. . That's it. Do that and you will be A OKAY side effect AND baby free."


"Hard to get down taste wise.  This "colon blow" didn't take long to kick in and it's been non stop  for 4 hours now with another 4 hours until 2nd dose.  Cramping, bloating, chills, barely keeping my eyes open and oh my poor ass.  Seems to negatively interact with every substance on the planet so I wonder how that's going to work out.  I have no doubt that my colon will be thoroughly flushed, which is the point of the medication."


"I have finished my first packed of this birth control and honestly haven't really had any side effects. I was afraid at first of starting because of all the reviews I've read online about the mood swings and such but I haven't experienced any. The only side effect I did notice was random spotting (bleeding). It's not a lot though. Overall so far I am pleased with this birth control, this is actually my first birth control I am taking. By the way I am 18 years old."


"My boyfriend and I had protected sex 1 day before my expected period. Unfortunately the condom broke and neither of us noticed until after the fact. I took Plan B within the hour and throughout the next few days I experienced abdominal cramps, headaches, dizziness, fatigue and loss of appetite. 5 days later I got my period. The period was different from normal but I was relieved nonetheless. You're going to read people telling you not to be stressed because it works, if you're anything like me you are still going to stress either way. Just breathe, it is a waiting game but once you get your period it is so worth it."


"Started Cymbalta for depression about three months ago. Also suffer from fibromyagia and anxiety. Found at 90 mg my fibromyagia hip and neck pain significantly reduced but had the side effect of extreme itching. At one point my lips and eyes felt sunburnt and began having trouble swallowing. Slowly reducing dose now on 60 mg plus 20 of Prozac. BE AWARE do not suddenly stop this medicine. Missed two days due to script and had the worst withdrawal I have experienced in 27 years of antidepressants,
uncontrolled crying and panic. Not sure where to go from here."


"The Great British health service paid for my 12 week course. I smoked 30 a day and tried a number of various methods to quit; nicotine patches, cold turkey, acupuncture, Chinese medicine and even hypnosis, all with varying degrees of success yet none with any long term success.
After the first couple of days taking Zyban, I realized I was reaching out less and less for a cigarette and when I did, I light up, I could not experience that nicotine 'hit'. I was 'cured' after 9 weeks but continued with the full 12 weeks course. Side effects....I gained a few pounds in weight. My quit date was 22nd February 2002."


"It has worked wonders for my daughter but for those talking about the pricey copay I don't have insurance and it cost me $334.00 for a 5 ml bottle.  Now that is what I call pricey."


"Great experience those far. I did have site pain but it did not last long. I have no idea what happens after 28 days do I stop using it all together? Not a lot of information out there. Also, it is very expensive close to $700 for 2 oz."


"So I took the shot of august of 2015 and it was all good for a while. Then by the next year in august I got my shot. It had been a year since I was on it. Then for pretty much the next 3 months all I did was bleed. And it was very heavy. I had talked to my nurse and she said if it haven't gone down that something wasent right. Well when I went back to get my next shot and at this point I still had been bleeding and I was considering switching to something else. There was a different nurse there and we talked about switching me. So I got on the ortho cyclen 28s and I only bleed for the first like maybe 3 days and it was very light and the color was brown. And I haven't bleed since. The depo not only mucked me up but also decreased my sex with my man"


"Very nice"


"I have been on Suboxone for 3 days now and so far its amazing. I have zero cravings, or withdrawals. I hope I can finally kick my addiction with Suboxone, I was taking 200mg of oxycodone a day. The doctor put me on 8mgs a day and so far so good."


"After experiencing severe depression since middle school, I had been misdiagnosed and prescribed several different antidepressants, which only made my then-undiagnosed Bipolar Disorder worse. Finally in 2007 I was correctly diagnosed with a mixed/manic episode, and began taking Lamictal. I have had zero side effects whatsoever, and it stabilized my mood swings immediately. I am now supposed to take 200mg twice a day, but after 5  years of the icky-tasting pill, I tend to skip doses every couple of days. Probably as a result, my depression has come back, but at least I haven't experienced the manic/mixed episodes that I used to have before Lamictal! I can truly say that this medication is a lifesaver, although it seems to have "worn off". "


"Tried Muse for the first time tonight and well not very impressed yet.

It gave me the initial erection but did not last long at all not even an hour.

I am on many meds for Diabetes though so I'm sure that played a part.

I will try it again for sure though. Also I am only on the 250mcg dose.

I would say it's a start though much better than what has been going on."


"I am 25 years old and I've been taking Solodyn for four days now.  I usually wake up with a few new pimples on my face but have not seen any of that since on this pill.  I'm extremely happy since I've been suffering with breakouts since the age of fourteen.  A side effect would be nausea but at this point in my life anything is worth having clear skin and not being self-conscious.  Another thing to add on is that I have also been using Onexton which is a daily face gel."


"After my second baby I had an increase in hormonal migraines and tension headaches and my neurologist put me on topomax starting @ 25 per night until I got a final dose of 100mg split between am /pm.

 Initially I noticed a lot of tingling in hands, feet & face,  in week 2 a very tense jaw, I still feel like myself, but I feel more tired. I dont need to nap or anything during the day but at night i have NO trouble sleeping .All of the pain in my head disappered I thought it was amazing but I did get 2 hormonal headaches (not migraine strength) all in all not bad. I eat a dinner meal only and drink water all day long this med just makes me not want food. Weightloss:10kgs in 3 months.. I have no depression just tiredness its not fixed by naps"


"This is the first birth control I have ever been on, and I absolutely love it. My reason for taking it isn't actually for birth control, but for severe cramps and irregular periods. Before I was on this pill, my cramps would be so bad that I could hardly walk sometimes! I missed so much school because of how intense my pain was. I've been on the pill now for almost 7 months, and it has helped tremendously. I have not had ANY cramps at all. My period was also very irregular before I started the pill, and since I've started taking this, I do not even have a period! The only complaint I have was the mild nausea and headache during the first month of taking it, which is normal when starting birth control, but it was still a nuisance."


"Nardil worked extremely well for my bipolar depression. It made a huge difference in my life. I find it very stimulating (I can't imagine what it would be on Parnate). I always have so much energy and I never feel depressed.

However, it doesn't work as well for my anxiety."


"After 7 years of debilitating migraines almost daily and rebound headaches from taking Excedrin and ibuprofen, I finally found a doctor that was willing to help me. She suggested Topamax and just in this short period of a couple months, there's been a significant difference. Not only am I rarely having pain, I feel less anxious and more balanced out emotionally as well. Even friends and co-workers can see the difference in my mood! As for side effects, I experienced the tingling in my hands, feet and face but my Dr. mentioned taking a Multi vitamin each day, which has seemed to help. Also been drinking LOTS of water, to counteract the major dry mouth. Overall, Topamax has been more of an effective, positive experience for me than anything."


"I am 50 years old and on high blood pressure medicines that were affecting performance.  I split the 20 mg tablet in half per my doctors orders.  Cialis works great.  Since I am not worried about my erections, I can enjoy myself more.  I have noticed a slight increase in the time it takes to ejaculate, but I do not mind (and my wife enjoys that also). I can have another erection within 15 minutes of ejaculating. If I take the pill Friday night after dinner, it works until at least Sunday night and sometimes Monday morning. I have noticed that I can get a headache if I drink even one drink on an empty stomach. The stuffy  nose is declining with every use."


"Using Duac Once Daily (10mg + 50mg gel) cream. At age 44 I started to get acne. Reading previous reviews I was cautious about this cream but the results are great. You have to use this sparingly - no matter how tempting it is to put loads on if your skin is bad. It took a week before my skin cleared up. In the evening I spread a tiny amount on the T Zone area and it's enough to keep spots away. If my skin starts looking red or dry I will skip a night of not putting the cream on that area. Yes, my skin will look a little shiney the next day from the oils but I don't get spots and it allows my skin to recover. I would recommend you exfoliate once a week to remove dead, dry skin too. I will continue to use this cream until my skin calms down."


"I got the implant on 2014 it's almost been a year . I've gained about 30lbs, my period comes ones every 3 months. I get horrible cramps . And before I get it I always seem to get a UTI which is horrible. Since I've had it I been really moody with a horrible bitchy attitude. I want it taken out ASAP !"


"This is my first time taking this type of medication, and I've been on 40mg for four days and the swelling in my legs and ankles went down but not my feet! So far I have experienced no side effect."


Monistat 1-Day or Night Combination Pack

"I have had a bad yeast infection for a few days, and my mom recommended this. Inserted the one day or night treatment and was hit but 100x more pain and itchiness than before! I was crying and had to dig it out. Going to have to try a different one."


"Personally, I feel that the insertion is more about the anticipation. It definitely hurts, but it's really really not that bad..it is over so quick! I've had it for a month now and have had a period for the last 2.5 weeks (it started out as spotting first). Cramps almost every day, but they are going away. I am confident this will pass. I will say I was really moody the first week (not sure if that was from feeling achy/anxious about it). No weight gain. No skin changes. Still have my sex drive. No pain during sex. Overall really happy (I haven't had kids!)."


"I have been on Deplin for over a year now. At first I was on 7.5 mg and that was helpful but when that stopped working the Psych doctor increased the dosage up to 15 mg and it really works. What it does is helps your other antidepressants work better. Deplin will affect each person differently depending on which antidepressant you are taking."


"The doctor put me on Lamisil back March, I had to see another doctor about a different problem, he looked at my feet and told me to stop taking Lamisil (a big mistake), he felt that the medication had cleared up my foot problem. He put me on a cream foot infection that did not work to improve the infection, when He realized that the cream wasn't working. The doctor told me to see an dermatologist which I did, and he did not help, more creams that did not stop the infection. So now, I'm back on Lamisil, my first time on it was one month, and the foot infection was worse back in March, I do hope that it will clear up the foot infection completely this time. Also, I'm seeing a PA , not a MD."


"This cream cleared up places on my hands, and left foot that had gotten so bad they hurt.  My doctor prescribed this, and within 3 or 4 days my foot was almost completely well, and my hands were greatly improved!  I would highly recommend trying this cream if your doctor agrees."


"I have never wanted to try anything else than Abreva. I really like this product.

I have cold sores often because of a lot of different reasons, but it world for me every time. Usually they last for about 2 weeks and they get really big and really gross, but if I put Abreva on even only once a day, it lasts for about a week and it stays lip colored and you can barely see it.

And to be honest. It may or may not work for you but then again, everyone reacts different to things. So you can't really refer yourself to comments, you just need to try it for yourself. I like it. Some people don't. Maybe you will, maybe you won't.

I really hope, whoever you are,  that abreva will work for you."


"A month ago, I started Suboxone maintenance therapy after I spent a month in treatment for opiate addiction. It has saved my life; it has improved the quality of my life as well. I have only used opiates once in the last 74 days - a week after I finished inpatient treatment. When I saw my husband's face after the last relapse, I decided not to continue without medication and medical monitoring. Harm reduction is making it possible for me to not be a criminal, able to keep a productive routine, and most amazing - I don't suffer from constantly craving drugs. I am no longer obsessed with doing drugs. We've saved thousands of dollars from my abstinence from drugs on the street. I am learning to love life in a way I never have. It's a miracle."


"I am like completely happy! I have been struggling with acne since age 11 and am now 15! When I started using adapalene I broke out so bad I almost gave up on it but after 4 weeks my skin started clearing up tremendously! So please don't give up if something like this happens to you with this medication! Also yes there will be burning and possibly dry red thin rashes around your lips or maybe even a fever blister. Also you may feel dryness in the corners of your eyes and below your eyes and the best way to prevent some of that is to use a moisturizer but not with the medicine on but during the day when its all off. Hope this helps."


"Only on day 2 but see a huge improvement and my oral thrush and it was pretty bad, was on roof of mouth, tonsils, sides of mouth, gums and tongue... Taste was not bad but they put sucrose in it or some sweetener which I didn't care for..yeast thrives off of sugar....but hey its working."


"I love lexapro. I started taking it when I was 14 from severe anxiety and OCD. My doctor basically begged my parents to put me on medication because I could not leave the house. I'm now 20 years old and about 6 months ago I thought I no longer needed the lexapro because I was feeling better. WHAT A MISTAKE. After the taper my OCD came back just as bad as it was when I was 14. So my Pdoc put me on prozac. It made me manic. I then tried Brintellix, again it made me crazy. So I went back to the lexapro and yes the start up side effects suck, headache, dizzy (that woosh feeling in you brain), upset stomach and brain fog, and every time I bumped  up the dose I had an increase in anxiety, but after 5 weeks I finally have my life back. Stick it out!!!!"


"After I turned 65, I started suffering from GERD.  My doctor gave me free samples of Prilosec to use, but I found it to be only somewhat effective.  I switched to Prevacid, and am now heartburn/GERD free!  I've been taking Prevacid for about 4 years, and have suffered no side effects whatsoever."


"I have been taking Adderall XR 30mg for about 7 months now and I am starting to get concerned. I started out with 20mg, but was still very impulsive, so upped the dose to 30mg. I can focus and listen really well, but I am noticing increasing negative effects. I noticed dizziness right away, but this improved after a few weeks. Then I started to notice myself constantly stumbling over words when talking. I have NEVER had that problem before. I began to get headaches every day about two months ago and it is getting worse daily. That's a big concern to me because amphetamines are bad for the liver and kidneys as it is, and now I HAVE to take increasing doses of ibuprofen just to "take the edge off" of the headaches. "


"QUITE POSSIBLY THE WORST THING TO EVER HAPPEN TO ME. have had it almost a year and longest i have gone without bleeding is a week. already had anxiety before it, can now add severe depression to that. made me crazy which was great for the first year of college. had to put a tampon in everyday, also great for college. first lost 15 pounds (when first starting school so could be from being nervous) and then gained it back plus 18 more. got a yeast infection because constant bleeding threw off my pH balance. therapist, doctor, and mom are telling me to get it out and I'm considering ripping the thing out myself. left and ugly scar too. useless DO NOT RECOMMEND TO ANYONE THAT DOESNT WANT THEIR LIFE RUINED"


"I love this product! I felt a difference within 20 mins and day2 I felt almost normal. This worked so well I highly recommend it!"


"I came to urgent care with bilateral knee pain that was hurting so bad, I couldn't work.  They diagnosed me with PFS then gave me an injection of Toradol and I never felt a decrease in pain."


"About 6 months with Lunseta at first it put me to sleep quickly but I would still wake up approximately 3 to 4 hrs later. I also am an occasional sleep walker, my Dr would not even consider Ambien. Sonato 10 did zilch for me. Unfortunately I have done sleep cooking on Lunesta with no memory. Almost a fire though. Now Lunesta barely puts me out even after taking time off last month because of cost. Sad and desperate for sleep!"


"I have tried other biological and nothing worked.  I started on the Otezla and it immediately started to see a difference.  I have Sjogrens Secondary with the dry mouth and dry eyes and the Otezla stopped those symptoms and I was able to come off that medicine.  My psoriasis is gone by 95 percent.  I use a topical for the spot on my elbow.  I occasionally have headaches and pain in my knuckles, but overall it is life changing for me."


"Had injection to right thumb on 3/1/17 for stiffness.  As an adverse reaction, I've already lost 75% of my hair!  If it ever stops falling, it will take years to restore!  This medication is poison and should be taken off the market.   i
Contacted  Bristol- Meyers Squibb and they have no comment to offer regarding my complaint.  I am looking for an attorney!"


"I am 31 years old and was diagnosed with PCOS 2 weeks ago. I had my period regularly when I was 14 for one year. I haven't had a period since I was 15. I was put on Metformin 2 weeks ago .  In the first week I lost eight pounds. My husband and I have been married for 5 years and are trying to conceive and have been unsuccessful so far. I'm really hoping this will work. I take metformin 500 mg 2x a day. I only had dizziness, upset stomach, and diarrhea for the first week. These have all subsided."


"I am 1/2 way thru my 12 weeks. The side effects I've had are , headaches almost daily mainly in the evening. Most of my joints have discomfort/pain in my upper body. These issues are tolerable by all means. I do get exhausted easily. I did my first blood test last week and it appears that the virus is gone. I am getting anemia according to the test as well. So far none of these side effects are horrible just annoying. Keeping the prayers going for us. Will update more later."


"I'm a Desert Shield/Desert Storm vet who went through a lot of stuff. Plus, during peacetime I was taken hostage in South America and faced execution. Like a lot of vets, I self-medicated with alcohol.

I had done this for many years. One year I went to the VA hospital near me and spoke with a Dr. about the issues I was having. She said I most likely had PTSD. I went through the whole process with the VA to get benefits and they finally saw this as a disability. I was put on an antidepressant, mood stabilizer, prazosin (for nightmares), Xanax (for anxiety), quetiapine 200Mg (for restlessness and hypervigilance).I also take 30Mg of Oxycodone a day for pain related to an injury while in the military.Quetiapine works;be careful with other drugs"


"Way too much maintenance.  Need too remove the lacquer nail polish with Acetone once a week.

I'VE been using this for 6 months without any sign of improvement."


"I got Mirena over 6 months ago it has been a rollercoaster.  My periods haven't stopped they've become worse.  I bleed for 8-10 days straight.  Last month I had 2 periods. . I am hoping it will get better.  My Dr gave me birth control pills today to help steady my periods. .. So far it's not going well but I will give it another 2 months in hopes it will get better!"


"I had my gallbladder removed in 2009 and after that I had diarrhea after the first thing I ate for seven year I never went out to eat I never went out without knowing Where a bathroom was I never ate on road trip  their would be days Where I didn't even wanna eat cuz I new I would be in the bathroom. So two days ago I was reading all these stories and they sounded just like me so I talk to my doc she prescribed me this medicIne and now I actually feel like my old self again"


"I took pristiq for a month, one pill a day,
I'm currently tapering myself off of it now because it has caused the following effects:
Loss of any emotion
Uncontrolable shaking
Inability to feel hungry or full
&
Inability to feel pain
I'm 16 and this anti depressant is for 18  but my gp thought it was a good idea to prescribe it for me? I don't think I'll ever take another anti depressant again I'd rather feel everything than nothing."


"Was diagnosed through a blood test at 231, after a month and a half I was at 900, still feel weak and tired. I have a better mood and don't get upset easily anymore. My insurance leaves me paying $200 a month, so I'm switching to the needle. I like the smell personally and people seem to like the smell of it too."


"Have been taking Neurontin for 6 days, dramatic decrease in number and severity of hot flushes!"


"I love Cipro. I have had it several times before for a bladder infection, and again recently after passing a kidney stone. It works so fast. I have nothing bad to say about it, in fact I have noticed that my skin has cleared up, I know it isn't for that but my skin has never been this clear."


"It worked well for my depression. I noticed an improvement in mood after a week. It gave me energy. I took 150 mg of the sustained release formula every morning for about one month. I stopped just after I picked up my next month's prescription which I still have. I stopped because I thought it was inducing mania in me and causing anxiety. I'm now not so sure this was the cause. I also quit smoking about two days after I started on this medication and had absolutely no side effects from nicotine withdrawal.

This medication gave me some side effects for the first two weeks. Lack of appetite, bloating, dizziness (especially when smoking cigarettes, this is what prompted me to quit). I also experienced tingling in my hands."


"I highly recommend anyone suffering from anxiety to try this drug. I am 19 years old and in my second year of college, and I started experiencing anxiety attacks. My anxiety got to the point where I did not want to leave my apartment and was affecting my daily life. I did have a few side effects the first few weeks, but now I feel like my normal self! Highly recommend!!!!"


"I have needed to get my four wisdom teeth pulled out for 2 years now. And just on this medication until surgery. My  mandible which is my lower jaw and gums are very swollen and infected not so much  pain in my upper areas in my mouth. My dentist prescribed me Tylenol #3 with codeine and antibiotics . Tylenol #3 is a joke it does not help with my pain at all it just makes me very drowsy. When I do rest the pain is still severe."


"Got put on this after my insurance stopped covering Ortho Tri Cyclen. I used this years ago and honestly had no issues with it. Helped with my PMDD and heavy periods and breakouts. I was on this for about a year until I got switched to Tri-Nessa."


"All it did was make me nauseous 50mg dose."


"My experience taking suboxone was the complete opposite of what I thought it would be. I always viewed suboxone as the lesser of two evils between methadone because suboxone contains naloxone so you technically can't get "high". Not that I have anything against people who choose methadone as their recovery route, I have actually tried methadone In the past to actually get high and well... I succeeded lol. When I started taking suboxone I got really bad side effects after the first month of taking it. I would severely sweat to the point I wanted to bash my head thru a wall. It was so rough on my body. But my maintenance program doctor just said it was "withdrawals" because when you take the pill every day I guess you're technically withdrawling from the one you took the day before due to the long half life on suboxone. So his idea was to up my dose to 12 mg to see if the sweating would go away (I didn't see the logic in that idea too). Anyways it didn't so he tossed me some clonodine, which helped a little. But the side effects kept adding up such as headaches, severe constipation to the point I had to use daily enemas (not normal), abdominal pains came too along with nausea and vomiting (every day). It just got to the point where my mind and body couldn't be on the medication anymore. I was on it for 7 long months months even trying to ween myself down on my own. That was a struggle too seeing how the withdrawals from suboxone are supposedly worse than heroin sickness, which my doctor and counselor kindly reminded me after I was already hooked. It was a messy time in my life. Suboxone gave me severe anxiety which left me buying benzos off the street just to mellow me out. I went to a weekly suboxone maintenance program on purpose. To get piss tested weekly and to have a doctor and counselor help me move forward. But instead I felt I was moving 10 steps back. My only option to get off the suboxone (which was my choice, ^obviously); was to get the vivitrol shot and have 3 bad days of sickness but be off suboxone. Took me a week to build myself up to do it because I was terrified of how bad the sickness was gonna be. Choosing the vivitrol shot had to be the best worst idea I have ever made. I did get violently sick after it but it went away. Plus my doctor who gave me the shot helped me out with some comfort meds, so it wasn't all that bad. That was in December 2015 that I've received the shot and have been clean since. So my advice for any addict whose struggling on which route to take for recovery, just get the shot. They'll give comfort meds for the first couple days, then after that you'll be shackle free from drugs. I'm tellin ya, choose vivitrol if you need to detox. For others who take suboxone for other reasons such as pain or etc. power to you; but if ya'll are struggling out there and want to get sober quick, vivitrols the answer. Methadone and suboxone will just make you sicker down the road."


"I smoked for 8 years anywhere from half a pack to a pack a day, I started Zyban, gave myself 1 week to tapered down then stopped smoking completely. I looked into many options and decided to try Zyban as it appeared to have less severe side effects. I wasn't even sure I wanted to quit smoking and definitely thought I would struggle and just keep going back to the excuse "well I tried". I took the medication for 12 weeks as advised by my doctor and have been smoke free ever since. I know some people have side effects but don't let that put you off, everybody reacts differently to medication so why not try it, as a smoker what do you have to lose. I am so happy with the results I have achieved and would recommend this to anyone."


"I take Diovan along with amlodipine and benazepril. My blood pressure is typically about 120-130/70-84. I don't know how much is due to the Diovan vs Lotrel, but I do know that Lotrel taken by itself was unable to get these results.
As for side effects, I do seem to have dry cough(varying amounts), some dehydration, darker urine, and substantially less-frequent ejaculations. However, I am not sure if it is the medication that causes such things even though such things are recognized as side-effects."


"I use Emla with a dermaroller. I apply a thin layer and put cling film over it for 60 minutes before starting treatment. It completely numbs the area and I can't feel the 1.5mm needles at all. I can now get thru a session in 5 minutes instead of 30 where I had to keep stopping cause of pain. I bought this for just over $20 for a 5mg tube at Chemist Warehouse. It's expensive but I only need one every 6 weeks and 5g covers my whole buttock and thigh area. I love this stuff!"


"I had absolutely no problems with this birth control. No nausea, spotting, mood changes, whatsoever. It reduced my menstrual cramps. Also made my boobs swell, but I think that's a good thing haha.

Anyways, I switched to Trinessa (another generic for Ortho Tri Cyclen), because it's free with my insurance, and it gave me migraine with aura as well as mood changes. I really wish I stuck to Tri Lo Sprintec."


"I went to see the doctor after 2 days of heat and inactivity did not help my back. After examining me and taking X-rays he prescribed the Naprelan 500mg time release for me. He also went as far as to warn me that even though I would feel better it was not healed and I needed to take it easy. I am so glad he did because after 2 days I felt almost back to normal even though the back condition was such that I am be referred to physical therapy for it. Long story short, this medicine works, just be careful."


"I've been on this medicine for 11 months. After trying numerous birth control pills, I was finally excited to try something that had decent reviews. However, it did not work for me. I have had two periods per month the entire 11 months I have been on it. I have breakthrough bleeding that lasts anywhere from 1-4 days, in ADDITION to two periods per month."


"Was prescribed clindamycin for molar infection. Gastrointestinal side effects are off the charts in pain and suffering with stomach pain, loose bowels and diarrhea daily. Followed instructions while taking the medication re: water, probiotics, take with food, do not lie down for 10-30 minutes. Today is 4th day after completing course, my stomach is still agitated. My appetite is gone, but drinking buttermilk with spoon of turmeric and ginger gives some relief, along with kefir and yogurt. I'm suspecting C difficile infection now. Horrifying experience I can't undo. I read, and can agree as other comment poster said, 'gastroenterologists will tell you dentists should NOT be prescribing clindamycin any more'."


"Haven't felt so calm in a very long time. Taking zoloft for anxiety and depression from my ptsd. My racing thoughts and ruminating has slowed down, and I slept last night for the first time in 6 months with no sleeping pills . Actually feels weird to feel so good!!"


"My boyfriend and I had unprotected sex about 10 days into my cycle. I took Next Choice One Dose about 12 hours later. I had no side effects, maybe a little sleepy. About 6 days later I woke up with cramps and a light period that turned into a normal period- 13 days before I was supposed to get it. I did freak out a little because my periods are always on schedule, but I did get my period again when I was supposed to, and I didn't get pregnant. So despite the unwanted mini period, this medicine did what it was supposed to and I had no bad side effects (I have taken the two-dose pills before and had a few negative side effects). It was a little pricey but it's absolutely worth not having a baby."


"love it. best sleep ever. i could go days without sleep with a mind wondering constantly. not now.. only side effect i have is munchies, but i have learned to eat a little when i take and go to bed  within the hour.  wish i had years ago.. miracle drug!!!"


"I have been using it for about a month now, and my reliance on my rescue inhaler have decreased considerably.  When you first start taking it, be patient because it takes a few weeks before you notice it starting to work."


"I have suffered ruptured discs in lower back in the L4-L5 region and I was on 4mg Hydromorphone and 5/325 Percocet for breakthrough pain.  I found little to no relief with the 4mg hydromorphone. My level of pain is very severe and the physician that is treating me feels the medications that he has prescribed is more then sufficient. I do think Hydromorphone is much more adequate when used by i.v rather than oral pill form."


"I have been on Trilipix for 5 weeks and it has lowered my triglycerides from 881 to 475 in just 28 days with a slight change in diet. I have not yet noticed any side effects other than having more energy."


"@Webmaster nice to hear almost my same story. I'm a single father of 2 teen kids and I've had depression my entire life, well since middle school when I was 14. Funny, I wrote poetry and read every book the English teacher gave me. Anyways at 15 I told my mother that I was afraid. I suppose her mental health was more important than a 15 yr old kid saying, help this isn't right! I was scared and smart enough to know it was more to it. Lets fast forward to today.  This medication helps me not only be less depressed, no impulsive thoughts, it helped me stop smoking. I don't crave old habits and I hardly smoke at  all. "


"I have suffered from sinus, allergies for at least five years. Just recently fluid behind my ear drumt made me dizzy. After five days of taking this no sinus no allergies and no dizziness.  Been to ENT, been to allergist and used their high dollar medicines, none really helped. This on the 5th day is the best day I have had in a long long long time.  Great medicine just hope it keeps on working.  So far no side effects."


"Been on Adipex for one week and lost 7lbs. I was skeptical at first but after exercising and dieting with no results, what did I have to lose. Doctor suggested we try it for 30 days. I'm glad I did.  Side effects at least for me include dry mouth; constipation and some sleeplessness. I feel that exercise is a daily must.  After I exercise, I feel normal; the only difference is that I'm not hungry nor am I interested on the donut by desk or cake down the hall!  Another point, you will not be hungry nor interested in food; however you must remain mindful that your body needs fuel to to keep burning; so I find myself getting satisfaction from just half of a Kind bar (before I could eat 3 at once)."


"OMG. You name it. Bloating, in Stomach area right under my rib there was burning, extreme pain & discomfort. It was tender to the touch. There was a tightness & feeling of fullness in that area.  I was fatigued. Then came severe stomach cramps throughout my abdominal area. It felt like my entire torso was cramped up bad. Very uncomfortable & painful. It jeopardized my job. Many mornings the pain & cramps were so bad I could not go to work. Diarrhea, Constipation, Defecating all types of colors, textures and consistencies. Absolutely horrible. First was given pantoprazole acid reducer and bentyl stomach muscle relaxer which did absolutely nothing. Then Chlordiazepoxide-clindi which solved my problem. My prayers were answered. Its a magic pil"


"I have only had it in for a couple weeks but so far I have loved it.  Insertion was not bad at all (I know this depends a lot on the person).  It just felt like very minor cramping for about a minute.  I got it in during my period, which is supposed to make it hurt less.  After insertion, there was mild to moderate cramping but went away with ibuprofen.  I have had occasional spotting.  Sex drive is the same.  I have noticed that I have to go to the bathroom significantly more often. But that's the only real complaint I have.  Was on the pill before and this is has been so much of a better experience. It was expensive but over the 5 years, it'll be worth it."


"I love Lexapro! This drug has done wonders for my anxiety. I have had the sexual side effects - hard to get an orgasm. I will say that went away for me. It might take me a little longer but I'm totally enjoying sex now! Give it time and your body will adjust to it."


"Tried almost everything. Prevacid is the only thing that works for me. Works well."


"Started on 2.5 mg one year ago for bp 160/90. Had the dry cough, not much lower bp. Went on 5 mg after a few months. Bp was all over the place, high, low, everywhere in between. After about 10 months on it, I realized that it must the reason I feel like crap. No energy, muscle aches, dizziness, weight gain of 10 lbs. even with working out and eating healthy. I feel like I've aged 20 years in the past 12 months. Every joint in my body ACHES, even the tips of my fingers and toes. Cut back to 2.5 mg and feel a little better. Looking for natural alternatives to this stuff."


"I have tried many birth control pills (this is my 5th) and this is the only one that hasn't made me feel like I'm crazy. I eat normally (haven't lost my appetite and am not nauseous), haven't gained weight (I do work out regularly though), and my skin has gotten slightly better. I have been on it for about 8 months and I think my skin might have gotten a little worse at first but at this point it is better than before I started the pill (though not perfect). Psychologically I feel normal and happy, though I am potentially more prone to crying during sad chick flicks. Overall I think birth control is about finding a pill that works for your body, and this one works for me. I take the generic manufactured by lupin."


"I am an 18 year old male. I started Cymbalta 3 weeks ago for Generalized Anxiety. My anxiety got to a point where I couldn't even sit down and watch T.V or surf the internet without getting stressed. My stress started to control me. It was controlling simple decisions, it controlled what I did! I started to avoid everything that would possibly stress me out. It became a viscous cycle. Even things like simply playing my guitar or attending my college classes was becoming difficult to do without getting anxious. NOW after taking Cymbalta I feel like I have the opportunity to be myself again, and without worrying about getting anxious or stressed! Now I control my anxiety, instead of it controlling me! Only side effect is delayed orgasm."


"Still use a regular Xanax at times when things get bad but the XR is amazing for those times where I can't afford the drowsiness. XR is just a nice steady dose to take the edge off and no side effects.   Would recommend."


"Works great, does not cause drowsiness. Claritin also worked but occasionally makes me drowsy."


"Feel okay but gained 60ibs in three months.  Horrible joint pain."


"I've had Nexplanon in for 2 months. Before having it inserted, my biggest concerns were weight gain and random heaving bleeding. I kept reading reviews and those were the 2 things that kept popping up. So far I have not had a single period and my weight has stayed the same. I did have a little bruising around the insertion spot at first and my acne has gotten a little worse, but nothing extreme. I was still able to workout, swim and go about my daily routine. I would definitely recommend it to women who do not want to get pregnant yet not take a pill every day."


"I ate a whole box of vita wheat crackers last night without drinking much water and i payed the price for it today. Normally i undergo a bowel movement at least once a day, but after not passing anything yesterday morning due to being rushed for time, and struggling to pass anything this morning, I took one dulcolax pill at 11 am this morning. By 3:30 pm the cramps had started. The cramps were the usual tummy cramps, but were not highly unpleasant. I bore the cramps until 3:45 when i finally went to the toilet. I was in and out of there in literally 1 minute. Dulcolax is very fast and effective. I think many people experience problems because they forget that you cannot consume dairy with the pill, as it will cause extreme tummy discomfort."


"I along with most people here have had an excellent result with Depakote ER, however the biggest side affect for me is the weight gain. (10 lbs in a month!!)May I add, I eat healthy and work out...it just keeps coming. I've been on Topamax for 17 months with no relief. I hope there's something else I can try that's comparable to Depakote ER, I really don't want to be obese from medicine."


"Naproxen and Ibuprofen helped, but didn't stop my gout attack.  Indocin made the attack go away in a day!"


"Diagnosed with TN about a week ago.  I tore a Cartilage in my right knee, which I thought was painful. Well, nothing compares to TN, rather have a daily torn cartilage than this terrible pain.

Ended up in hospital being given Morphine, Diazepam, and a Diclophenac Suppository, which is not the most enjoyable method of administration.

Doctor has prescribed Tegretol. This has provided some relief, in as much the frequency of the episodes has reduced, but not the severity, which has not been attenuated in any way. At least I can function better than last week. Though now I do feel a bit zombiefied, and as I am unemployed looking for work this does give me some apprehension how I am going to cope with pain, sedation, and interviews.I am a Brit"


"I have reoccuring respiratory infections, bronchitis...I had a very trying case last year with an abnormally persistent cough.  Tessalon perles was prescribed for the cough.  It was a God send!  Worked so well!  I have recommended it to everyone who has complained about coughing.  Very, very effective for me."


"I've been using Mirena for 3 years, after initial spotting I have yet to have a period. Once in a great while I'll spot a little bit. But I'm having it removed as soon as my husband gets a vasectomy because I am carrying around 15 extra pounds and my mood swings have been bad for all these years. I work out 5x/week and eat clean 90% of the time but cannot lose the weight. I am sick of it. I can't wait to be free of this. It was a good, convenient form of birth control, just not for me anymore."


"Second day after taking Trulicity my ear turned bright red on the top, was hot to the touch, and was burning.  Also, had a little headache.  Called the doctor and was told to try another dose.  The next week, got the red ear and burning sensation almost immediately, felt bad.   At the third week and fourth weeks had the red ears and burning down the sides of my throat.  Fifth week had such a burning down the sides of the neck and throat just could not move.  Left work and covered up my head and slept.  Couldn't eat.  Did not take another dose.
Did not have the nausea or other things I have seen listed, did have lose of appetite, didn't even want to drink anything.
Has anyone else had the burning red ear tops or neck and throat?"


"This helped when I got pinched sciatic nerve and had back pain."


"Have been on Lotensin and amlodipine for years. Blood Pressure had started rising over a period of several months. Dr put me on Losartan. Experienced copious sweating on third day. After 5 days, have no idea what BP is, but started having problems breathing on 4th day. (have COPD,  few breathing problems at this point). The next day was worse. Took 5th dose last night and was up all night, gasping for oxygen and coughing up thick mucus. Spent the night sitting up wondering if I should go to ER.  Feel much better this afternoon, although my chest is still sore and my arms ache badly in spite of taking Lyrica for fibromyalgia. Better this morning, chest sore, still trying to cough up mucus, chest tight."


"I had the Implanon inserted in May 09, six weeks after having my baby. The only great thing is I don't have to take the pills but apart from that my hormones are up and down all the time. My first period after having it in was okay but the next one has lasted six weeks and counting. I don't know what to do? As for my weight I have just stayed the same but I'm trying to lose weight. My daughter is four and a half months old so I think I will give it one more month for my bleeding and hormones to settle down and if not I will be getting it out."


"I’ve been on Yaz for almost 2 months and I hate it, I have heightened smell, I’ve actually thrown up due to it. I’m noticing my mood swings are going from 0-10 really quick, my poor boyfriend has also noticed. I’ve broken out so badly with acne and I’ve ALSO been spotting now for almost 2 weeks now becoming heavier bleeding and cramps.
Going to switch pills as I feel disgusting, and can’t even be intimate with my dang birth control so, yaz has been a huge waste of time for this girl."


"This is a good one for me. I was able to wean off an additional nerve pain medication after starting this. I also take it for depression, but suffer from chronic nerve pain daily. "


"Took it from 7-12 years old. When stopped, grades went down and gained weight. Taking it now again at 21. My gosh. First day back on it and wow."


"It's very important to read the side effects of all the medicines that your Doctor prescribes to you. Sometimes the side effects are a bigger problem then the original problem you were trying to treat. This was true in my case with Furosemide where the blurred vision, loud ringing in the ears and a bright red flaky face rash was unbearable. But that's not to say that everyone will suffer side effects."


"I love this medicine! Weight loss seems effortless with being on it. Lost 20 pounds."


"Has helped me drop my numbers by almost 100. Took awhile to get used to side effects. Sometimes they rear up and show me who's boss. I haven't lost any weight but haven't gained either. My average blood sugars were  210 now they are 130"


"Good"


"Muscle spasms stopped in 3 days. Itching is the only side effect I experienced."


"If you want to feel like you're walking in a cloud, forgetfulness, constant fatigue, fits of rage, depression and crying fits, personality changes, weight gain and constant anxiety and you can't make sense of any of it, then get the Nexplanon. This form of birth control has made me feel the lowest I've ever felt in my life. I'm already an anxious person but nothing I can't handle or deal with. Since I've had this in my arm, it's been hard for me to even make myself get out of bed and into the shower. It was when I had my head on my steering wheel, bawling my eyes out in my car because I physically could not make myself walk into work that I knew this Nexplanon had to come out. Doc said it was this stupid stick in my arm. Back on pills"


"This worked....I didn't have any side effects."


"I found this better than any prep I have had before. Ok so it was 20 years ago. A lot has changed. I have only had my first prep had it a 6.pm. I mixed in lukewarm filtered water at 4pm and let it sit in the fridge to chill. Well started working within 20 minutes. I found the taste fine and was pretty much  determined to drink within 30 mins and drank the recommended water in between. Probably sat on the toilet  10 times within 2 hours. Slight cramping before it kicked in. A little concerned with the colour. However, feel confident the 2nd prep at 7am tomorrow will help with that. I was mindful of my eating for the last 3 days and followed their recommendations. Which are food groups I generally never eat.  Wish you  good results!"


"I have Fibromyalgia and severe neuropathy in both feet with burning pain all the way up to my knees.  My local pain clinic prescribed Nucynta (for short term pain) and it completely took my pain away.  I did get EXTREMELY light headed and a feeling like I was high. Since it isn't safe for your liver for long term use, they switched me to Nucynta ER 100 mg to start.  It took 2 weeks to fully kick in and after a month, I formed a tolerance to it.  I've been on 200 mg's for about 5 weeks now and I've already built a tolerance to it as well.  This prescription has been a God send, but, I can only go up to 250mg twice per day.  What will happen to me if I build a tolerance to that?  I'm very concerned."


"It helps so much in strong urges, and I have warning to get to bathroom, where before I had to use diaper on long trip or at night. Very embarrassing."


"I at the age of 47, starting having heavy bleeding for two days of my five day cycle. I took this medication on for two days and I am now on my seventh day of bleeding. Which I'm bleeding longer and waking up sweating. I am going to stop taking it."


"I had my Mirena IUD inserted 4 days ago. Insertion was somewhat painful; I'm 21 with no children, but with ibuprofen and a long nap after wards I wasn't feeling too bad. Don't be scared; I was sitting on the exam table and almost backed out, so glad I didn't. I did get somewhat lightheaded during the insertion and for about 30 minutes afterwards (luckily I had a friend drive me to my appointment). I had intercourse 3 days after insertion and had no problems! My boyfriend said he couldn't feel it. I've had light spotting off and on and some cramping/backache. Overall, so far so good."


"I just wanted to say that I had a lot of these negative symptoms when I was in the generic "Buproprion" (headaches, vivid nightmares) but after switching to the "name brand only" I no longer had those horrible side effects..  It's hard to tell in these reviews which people are taking the generic version ( which was horrific) and who is reviewing the actual Wellbutin SR.  The name brand worked so much better!!!"


"I was exposed to carbon monoxide chronically and it has effected my thyroid. I was having a period every other week when I went into my doctor to see what was going on, and my Lh hormone was way too high. I did my own research into the patch & found out about the increased amount of estrogen and figured I'd give it a try. I had already been on Lo-Seasonique and Seasonique, both were great at first, then I'd have breakthrough bleeding. The patch has completely stopped my breakthrough bleeding. I have gained a small amount of weight, but my breasts have grown so I don't notice it much. The patch does leave a red mark when I take it off, but it's gone within a few hours and I don't experience the itching that others have mentioned!"


"I was on the progestin only pill for 10 months & pretty much hated it. Had to be on it because I couldn't have any birth control that contained estrogen due to a family history of bloodclots. The POP was effective yes, but I had crazy mood swings, acne, low sex drive, & gave me vaginal dryness, which made sex extremely painful. My gyno had been trying to get me to try the IUD for almost a year, so I decided to try it since I about had it with that pill. I went in today for my insertion. I had some issues because my cervix was tight, and I have an introverted uterus. She had to use the sonogram to help place it correctly. So what should have been a 5 min procedure took 20 min. It was painful, but bearable. Just felt like period cramps. "


"This medicine is amazing! I have suffered from a bulging disc and facet joint issues for a year with little lasting relief from injections. I was prescribed Cymbalta a little over a month ago and by the 3rd or 4th day on it I was almost literally pain free. I was afraid to say it out loud for fear that I would jinx myself because it was almost too good to be true. Now after being on it for 5 weeks I can workout and get back into my exercise regimen with little to no pain. This has truly been a lifesaver! I did have tiredness and low motivation during the first two weeks, but my body seems very acclimated to it now. I do sweat a lot at night, but I can live with it. Love this medication."


"I have used Altace for more than 5 years with excellent results and no side effects."


"I took Lexapro for a little over a year and it worked beautifully.  The only reason I weaned off was because of weight gain.  My Doctor prescribed 10mg of Prozac and said it should not cause any weight gain.  I am on it 17 days now and my only side effect is slight anxiety and a few panic attacks.  I had none of this on Lexapro.  My question is, should I hand in there and when will I feel good?"


"I'm a 21 year old female and have suffered with depression and horrible thoughts for as long as I can remember. I was started on one medicine, (can't remember what it was), then Zoloft, which did not work, and was recently put on Cymbalta about three weeks ago. My depression had gotten so bad that I was willing to try everything. I was having emotional breakdowns at work, having horrible thoughts, bad dreams, and was withdrawn from everything. My depression is a brain imbalance, rather than caused by other things. Only being about two weeks on Cymbalta, I can already notice a difference. I'm more peppy, I don't think bad thoughts nearly as much, much more patience, haven't cried since I've been put on the medicine. I was a little jittery at first."


"Please, please, please do your research before ever taking Klonopin or any drug in the benzodiazepine family.  Klonopin has caused me great hardship and nearly cost me my life.  And I am not alone - thousands of people have had horrific experiences with this drug.  Please search "benzo withdrawal" or similar to educate yourself.  Looking back, my original anxiety was nothing compared to the torture I went through once I was addicted to klonopin.  And I am not through it yet.  Words  can not explain the horror I went through.  That is why I beg you to do your own research.  Most doctors don't know or are in denial about the withdrawal effects of benzodiazepines.  The stories you will find are not lies or exaggerations. Buyer beware! Please!!"


"I've been getting Orthovisc knee injections for over 11 years, although not last year, 2015 due to no work time off.  Recently moved to Charlottesville, VA and just had my 3rd, final, injection today, 8/4/2016 (good for 6 months).  Found best orthopedic yet (I have a steel rod, torn ACL, no cartilage, bone on bone, bone spurs, left leg, started in '98 with broken tibia).  The PA at UVA, Nick, best yet, yes stings, and you feel the pressure of additional fluid for first day.  Well worth it and looking forward to wakeboarding next week, and longer hours on the slopes snowboarding this coming up ski season.  Makes a huge difference, and has always.  I'm 51, too young for full knee replacement, and not sure I want to go through that anyway."


"I've been on this pill for 2 years and the only negative side effects are my boobs grew a cup size (Many women would love this!) and my hair was dry and would break off for the first few months.  Also the first two months my periods were SO heavy, but I decided to give it a little time and I'm glad I did!

The positives are great.  Very little cramping compared to the cramps I had before I got on BC...thank God!!!  Also, periods are only 4 days and I know exactly what day I will start each month.  No weight gain which I am happy about.  Tried a different pill a few years ago and blew up like a balloon!  Overall, this is a great choice!"


"I had very severe viral bronchitis with a chronic cough.  The medicine did help my cough somewhat, but nothing amazing.  The worst side effect was that it caused me to have a lot of trouble urinating. "


"I just started taking hydroxyzine.  It kind of helps take the anxiety away but makes me feeling like I have no energy. Maybe my body needs to adjust to it."


"Taking with victoza my blood pressure dropped through the floor, sometimes as low as 90/60. Caused dizzyness and heart palpitations. Sex is not an option. urine stunk pretty bad. Dr has since ordered me off. Going to start another drug or drugs. Feel like a guinea pig"


"I was given this to treat my depression. This actually launched me into a full-blown manic state and this is how they found out I was bi-polar. Just be careful and make sure you have the right diagnosis from your doctor."


"I tried this medication twice. The first time I started at 164 and lost to 157 and then stopped; however, it helped me maintain the 157. I am 5'2" at 59y. The first three days had severe headache, but then like magic it went away. My insurance wouldn't pay for the medication after 9 months because I didn't lose any more weight.

I then tried again about 6 months later, my doctor recommended again, and I started at 167 and lost to 163 and stopped losing. I also this time began to feel very tired and depressed and realized after about three weeks that suicidial and depression are side effects so I had to stop taking it.

Now I am at 176 my scales, on doctors I am 180 and this is all in approximately 18 months."


"I just started taking Adipex. I think so far it's helping me a ton, I'm on 1000 calorie diet plus Adipex. I'm working out every day, this is my 5th day and I already lost 6 pounds. Adipex seems to be helping me from over eating, it seems to be helping me curb my cravings. I have no craving for sweets of any kind, so far so good."


"I am a healthy 25 year old male, I cannot remember my toenails NOT having fungus.  I lived through the embarassment seemingly my whole life, but once my thumbnail became infected to the point where it was practically gone, I had to do anything to treat it.

Doctor suggested I take Lamisil, I think he said it has like a 50% chance of working.  I was very nervous after reading reviews, but it also helps that I never drink alcohol. Took it Dec.'11 until March '12, had one liver panel done (normal result). I believe by April my thumbnail was 100% healthy and now (9/12) my toenails are 99% healthy, thank you. Only side effect I noticed wasn't bad, just my farts/stool smelled metallic. I say give it a shot, you can always stop taking it."


"I've been taking Giavni instead of Yaz for three weeks now.  These brands have the same active ingredients.  The difference is the stabilizers or the process used to bind the two chemicals together.  The binder Bayer uses in YAZ is structurally different from the binder Teva uses.  I  wonder if it also changes the pace or manner that the active ingredients are released in the body.  Just a theory.  I have not had problems with generics in the past.  The way I feel right now reminds me of how I felt three years ago before I began taking Yaz.  I called my doctor for a new script.  I'm hypersensitive to medications in general so who knows what the culprit is.  A doctor or pharmacist should know whether your concerns are common or not."


"Been on Levora for about 5 months now, and its been great no weight loss or gain, no emotional drastic changes, no change is sex drive. The only problem is the eating habits that rise the week before my period. I literally walk about the kitchen looking for food like a crazy person. Nibbling off of everything I can and never getting full. Chocolate is the medicine of choice in the third week of the pack."


"I absolutely love this birth control. I have always had really terrible periods that lasted for several days and I'm only 16. My doctor told me the best thing to do was use birth control and I picked this one. I am so glad I did, no spotting, no cramps, some weight gain but it comes off, and my breasts have grown a little. I'm starting the second pack soon and I hope the next pack will be as good as the first!"


"Was on Zovia 1/35 for 7 years and experience was great and that rating would have been a 10. However, the manufacturer used to be Watson (pink packet), but now it is manufactured by Mayne (blue packet), which I give a 3 rating.  I only took the Zovia pills manufactured by Mayne for 5 days.  I stopped taking because I started to get acne and each day I was getting more pimples.  I am not acne prone and the previous Zovia pills by Watson did not break me out.  Now I am on Kelnor, which supposed to be similar to Zovia (both are generic for Demulen) however now my periods last about 8 days and I get small bumps on my face that clear up for a few days then reappear in different locations. So Kelnor is rated a 6."


"After failed back fusion surgery L4 L5 S1 nothing would touch the pain until Opana ER. I was taking 20 mg three times daily and have cut back to 5 mg 3 times daily with significant pain increase because I thought I was losing my mind. I seem to have built up a tolerance and either need to increase again dramatically or find something else.  Have heard that you can easily build tolerance to Opana.  I am your proof. "


"I have been on this medication longer than any other medication I have ever been on. Its been four and a half years, mostly on and I feel like this medication let me sleep better than all other medications I had been on until Saphris. I gained weight, but not too much about 25 pounds over the course of four and half years. I am a man, and I have noticed enlargement of the breasts development of female breast tissue. I'm coming off Risperidone now and I will see what the withdrawal effects are. Last time I came off meds I had a manic episode which was quite embarrassing. I held a job at Walmart for 2 and a half years. I would say though that the biggest drawback is its effect on diminishing the user's willpower."


"Just like another reader said, I could not get enough to eat the first two weeks on the medication.  Now I'm nauseous all the time and having difficulty eating anything at all.  I don't find the needle that big but I do have bumps where I've injected.  I'm hoping they go away.  I'm also concerned about the thyroid issue - just praying all is well."


"I received a deep steam burn on my hand when removing something from the microwave.  I tried dipping it in ice water, and as long as it was in there it felt better, but every time I removed it the pain and throbbing returned quickly.  I decided to go to the emergency room.  They put some silver sulfadiazine on it, dressed it, and gave me the rest of the small jar to take home, along with instructions for dressing the burn for the next few days.  In about 15 minutes the pain was gone AND IT NEVER CAME BACK!  I still keep some on hand - just in case. I think the cream is indicated for infection, not pain, but for me and everyone who I've recommended it to, it works GREAT on the pain of a burn."


"I don't understand how any man cannot like Testim Absorbs better that any other gel I have tried. Woman LOVE the smell.  I can be grocery shopping and a woman will pass by and say "What is the cologne you have on!" and her eyes are bugging out of her head. The smell turns them on! Men don't notice.  I like that!"


"Awesome medicine, not worried about dependency because insomnia, like depression can be chronic. When I take one get the best sleep of my life. Don't, and I can't sleep, much like before I started taking it. As others have said, take it and go DIRECTLY to bed! Do not pass go!"


"I've had Fibromyalgia for ten years now, along with other health problems and up until a week ago I was using Flexerel and Cataflam to help with the pain and discomfort.  Until last week, I was under a lot of stress at work, mind you I teach infants and toddlers up to age 3, and I woke up one morning in pain.  Pain over my entire body.  Pain I have never felt before.  I felt like I had a supped up version of the Flu.  I went to work in tears and left in tears and headed straight to my doctor.  I began Lyrica that day and I was pretty out of it the first night and especially the next day when I took the next dose.  I slept most of the first day and the second day I was a little dizzy headed and off balance.  So far Lyrica is working well"


"One of the best pain relievers you can find. For me it gets rid of the pain and makes you feel relaxed. Good Stuff!"


"Soma is a drug that should only be used temporarily. It works wonders but can give you a "drunk" feeling when taking it. If taken for months it can build up in your body and make it toxic. My mother almost died over this drug. Be careful. It's strong and too much of it can stop your heart or breathing very quickly."


"I began taking Viibryd at the suggestion of my doc to use in addition to bupropion. After having been prescribed different antidepressants, the one drug that seemed to work to mostly maintain my mood was Wellbutrin. Though it worked well, from time to time crippling depressive episodes would bleed through. I have been taking 10 mg Viibryd with 150 mg bupropion per day and that works very well for me. I haven't had a single episode that I couldn't deal with even having gone through a death in my family and financial upheaval."


"August 8th 2017 tested positive.
Viral load 10,109 cd4 512
Started meds August 27th 2017
Retested September 28th 2017
And viral load is 49 and cd4 865
I had a few minor headaches and I now take my meds with or without food with no problems. I take my meds in the morning at my first break 10 am.
Thanks to this site I was nervous at first read all the reviews and they helped me and knowing what to expect. So thought I would return the favor."


"I have now been on NuvaRing for 2 years and I like it.  I was never one to forget to take my pill but it is nice to not worry about it.  I went on NuvaRing because it was recommended by a friend and the doctor.  I have read many of the poor reviews on the NuvaRing and all the bad reviews are common side effects of birth control in general.  I have been on birth control for about 13 years and have used different types all have the same side effects; mood swings, bloating, cramping, weight gain, lack of sex drive and poor natural lubrication during sex.  I have been happy with the NuvaRing and will continue to use it."


"About 2 hours after taking four 250mg tablets I'm experiencing awful diarrhea stomach pain headache jittery and drowsiness. I ate before and after taking this medicine."


"I suffer from depression and anxiety and have taken every antidepressant medication you can possibly take. It wasn't until my doctor added abilify that I was able to function again."


"Worked amazing and turned my life around for 1-4 months then I got bad again and now I'm on something else, but Lexapro does effect my weight but I felt so amazing for 3 months and that was more important to me at the time."


"I have been taking this for a little over a week and I got results in about 48 hours.  My only concern was the horrific heartburn its giving me.  I was originally told that I could not take with milk, but have since got other medical opinions to the contrarey.  Every pharmacist told me that this drug is VERY potent so it was just a side effect, and nothing more serious.  I too like many others found out the hard way that laying down after taking this is a big no-no.  Take with food, have plenty to drink and it gets better.  Also it's a good idea to have a source of probiotic (yogurt, or pill form) as this medicine destroys some of the good bacteria in your stomach which causes the pooping problems!  Lots of instructions, but it works."


"I was prescribed this birth control because I have moderate to severe acne. I doubted this birth control was strong enough to battle it because I have tried everything non-prescription in the pharmacy to treat it over 4 years. I noticed it reduced my oil production on my face but really did nothing overall for my acne in the first 6 months. Then slowly my acne started to disappear. I didn't even notice it was vanishing until 8 months in. Then I stopped using harsh chemicals to help get rid of them. After that I had tons of blazing red acne scars and redness galore. Now as I'm 12 months in the redness is reducing and the acne scars are starting to fade. I recommend this if you want a birth control pill acne solver 2 in 1, and are willing to wait for results."


"In 3 days, I felt better. Titrated to 40mg. The medicine turned evil. My heart pounding with strong palpitations.  As I was falling asleep, had feeling of leaving my body & hovering over myself being awake in a horrifying world that seemed absolutely real. Sleep paralysis. Dr. added beta-blocker for heart. Gained 21lbs in 6wks. Decided to stop it. Dr. said go from 40-20. I couldn't do that suddenly-I needed to go down slowly.  I went from 40-30mg. Night terrors lessened. Went to 25, then 20. Felt good at 20; heart calmed down for a few days. Thought I'd stay at 20 but then the evil again. 18, 15, 10, 5, 3mg. It's taken over a month to come off it. 1st day without it. Feel down & edgy. Started Wellbutrin.  "


"No after effects."