"Depressed yes, Been seeing my LCSW for a while told me i needed a SSR so off i went to my PCP and he told me to try Viibryd, I am 53 Male (no ED yet :)), high blood pressure medication, and back pain 5mg oxicotin 2 times a day as needed..I take this medication at 7:00 at night.. Sleeping was a problem the first two nights now i am sleeping a little better (any sound seem to wake me).. Medication seems to be working ok just finished the first week 10mg, seem to be getting a little throbbing on the right side of my head not a constant throbbing off and on during the day . .  Will update after the second week is finished"


"Horrible migraine hours following treatment. Started out like someone hit me in back of the head with a baseball bat. Then the horrible nonstop headache set in. Ended up at ER the first day because nothing stopped pain. Woke up the next day with excruciating headache. Worse than any of my terrible daily migraines. The neurologist did not call back. Long story short. Went to ER 2x in 5 days. Neurologist was completely unhelpful and never spoke with me. After 6th day I barely made it thru work. There is severe cramping in neck and in between shoulders. Where the muscles were paralyzed the other muscles in the area are over compensating for the "Botoxed" areas. I WILL NEVER again do Botox. It made a bad situation completely unbearable"


"So I started just over a week ago, if you eat something high fat you get major tummy troubles. But if you stick to low fat things it’s brilliant. I am on it due to an under active thyroid hindering my weight loss with weight watchers. I have a lot to loose, last week I was 167.6kg 1 weeks later I’m 162.5. So in 1 week I've lost 5kg! Amazing, I will be sticking with them. They also encourage me to make sensible choices in my diet. The only side effects I've had other than the upset tummy’s are burping a lot and loss of appetite, both of which I can live with."


"Within days of getting the implant I was ridiculously emotional to the point that I couldn't control myself. I had random crying outbursts. I became EXTREMELY anxious. It began causing issues in my relationship because my boyfriend couldn't understand why I was questioning everything, freaking out over his driving and little unimportant things that I never worry about, I was overly worried about my college assignments to the point of obsessiveness, I formed acne as well. I just had it removed because I've been spotting every day since it was placed in, in January 2016, it is now October 2016 and I began to form a constant period odor that was not pleasant for me or my boyfriend."


"Prescribed before and after cataract surgery with good results, decreased itching, tearing, reddening, which lessened the urge to rub eyes post surgery. Only drawback for me, must be used daily or you are back to square one. Did not interfere with post surgery meds. It does have a cost factor."


"I have had a lifelong struggle with depression. I had a precious baby 4 months ago and began to struggle with Postpartum Depression. I thought if I lost the baby weight I'd feel better. I got put on Phentermine which sent me into a downward spiral and the worst depression of my life! I went to the Dr 6 days after starting phentermine and he took me off of phen and put me on Celexa 10mg. Within 2-3 days, I felt so much better! My husband and I were arguing every other day before treatment and we haven't had a single disagreement since I started 3 weeks ago. We are both so happy with my results. My side effects have been not being able to sleep and I'm always hungry. So far I haven't had weight gain but I've really had to have self control."


"I got the implanon inserted in June 2013 the procedure was painless, except a huge bruise where the insertion was performed. From that day up to six (6) months I did not get my period at all. However, my mood swings where definitely present! I just felt emotional and sensitive, and I would cry for no reason. And trust me hubby noticed! After six months of not having my period I finally got it for two (2) months straight. From then on it was spotting, and then regular 4 day periods (that was normal for me either 3-4 day periods) then week long periods, then a month late or 2 months late. I have my appt. next week for removal/ and new insertion of the nexplanon. Honestly, everyone is different I am glad I did get it because it worked for me!"


"At theage  of 53, I have been suffering from depression for about 10 years now and have tried most of the common antidepressants. The only one to help for a while was Venlafaxine. Have been on Brintellix for a year now, but only because my doctor doesn't know what else to try. No noticeable effect on my depression; restlessness and sleeping problems as side-effects if taking the full dose of 20 mgs. No effect on thinking and concentration either. I am rather disappointed."


"I was only on Lexapro for 2 weeks but in that time, I had a headache everyday, would get extremely tense muscles and the back of my neck, was very drowsy (took a few 2+ hour naps), felt dizzy (had some vertigo effects), couldn't focus on anything, and completely lost the ability to orgasm which caused my partner a lot of stress and made sex frustrating instead of enjoyable. I was on 5mg for a week then 10mg. It just wasn't worth it for me. I'm now taking Wellbutrin SR and like it so far (only on my 3rd day)."


Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation during Pregnancy/Lactation

"These were covered on my insurance but got taken off. I paid out of pocket just to keep taking them. I had no side effects. They made my nails, hair, and skin better. My iron levels were always great. They are great during pregnancy."


"Nexplanon has been the worst experience for me!!! I got it inserted June 18, 2015, didn't hurt too bad but the bruising was terrible and lasted about 1-2 weeks. I got my period a few days after the insertion and JUST got off last week. it's definitely good at preventing pregnancy (when I can even have sex) but the side effects are the worst thins I have ever experienced. CONSTANT nausea every day, horrible headaches that bc powders can't even help, I haven't noticed any weight gain yet however I literally feel so sick to my stomach that it makes my appetite go crazy and I want to eat everything and once I eat, not even an hour later is my tummy feeling empty and nauseous again. I don't recommend this unless you want the side effects, tbh."


"I was on Yaz before and did just fine on it. They switched me to Ocella four months ago and said that it was the same but I am having such a hard time on it. I bleed heavy, cramp and have migraines for at least 10 days. It knocks me off my feet to where all I can do is stay in bed all day. I have to use double protection when on my period. I bleed so much the first month that I almost had my husband take me to the ER. I instead started taking iron pills to help me recover from my period. With all the scare on blood clots in the news I just called and asked my doctor to switch me to something else. The other thing was that I have zero sex drive and I can't lose weight."


"Only taken this for a little over a week but the severe, intense pain is gone, and I'm really hoping it works for my migranes as well."


"I started this new tresiba, was the first person in the state to start it.  Right afterwards, when i did the switch from levemir to tresiba, I caught the worst cold known in the history of man, and i mean BAD too,  I was so tired, and at night i coughed so bad, i'd lose my breath.  Doctor told me I don't have a cold, as my lungs were crystal clear.  No matter what I did I could not get rid of this cold, and it got worse by the day.  I began to become suspicious when no one and I mean not a one around me caught this miserable cold.  I put 2 and 2 together, and I said it must be tresiba.  went back on levemir, and the cold was gone in 48 hours.  No pharmacy knew about this or adverse effects, it was that new.  Never again."


"I was prescribed Taytulla after having an ectopic pregnancy. My doctor told me that I needed to wait 90 days before trying again.
So the first package of Taytulla that I took I had no complaints. I'm on my second package and I've had nonstop nausea it's so bad I want to go to the hospital. Then I read reviews where women were gaining weight and having mood swings. Those things are now accurate for me. And I'm upset because I lost 100 pounds so to turn around and gain 17 pounds is very discouraging. My poor husband has been the target of my mood swings.
I would like to wait to try for another baby but I am done as of today taking this birth control pill."


"I was so unsure about getting on meds and really wanted to overcome a newly discovered and life crushing panic disorder I had developed. Running into people put me in panic mode, I walked around thinking everyone was staring / laughing at me.

I've officially been on Sertraline for 2 months and my world has changed. I have my confidence back, I'm dating, I'm reconnecting with people and feel like my old self. This drug has saved my life. Please don't knock back the option if it's available! I'm 23 years of age and thought my life was over - I have been given a reboot and I'm so happy with where I am at now!

Best wishes x

Side note: minor side effects initially were diarrhea and falling asleep at 4am but that has all passed."


"Struggled with acne for years, and this has honestly been a miracle worker. I've tried many different treatments (different strengths of benzoyl peroxide, oxytetracycline and limecycline) and I decided to use Differin before trying BC or accutane, and I'm so glad I did! The first week was tough, because my skin peeled rather a lot and felt extremely dry. However, I didn't experience any "purging", and the dryness was easily solved with a light moisturiser. After about 2 weeks, my skin was significantly clearer, and was no where near as dry as before.

The gel has been the best treatment I've used by far, and I strongly encourage you to persevere with it as it's a game changer! My skin is now really clear and I have so much more confidence!"


"I take vyvanse 30mg for binge eating and ADHD. I  started taking it because I noticed that my binge eating was worsening. I am a very active 55yr old woman who works out 4-5 days a week. Weight lifting etc, also my job is physically demanding. I starting taking 50mg 1st for about 6mo. I lost 20lbs I could barely eat. I started to notice I was getting cramps in my legs. All the time I have worked out I never had these issues. So I lowered to 30mg. I am not getting horrible cramps all the time in my joints and arthritis in my hands. I realize that age does play a factor but its my shoulders too, I just ache all over at nighttime. And my eating has cut down but I tend to now just want to eat sugary and high carb foods. Kind of like a druggie."


"I have been on Victoza since February 2015.  I have lost over 60 lbs.  I have had no side effects other than black and blue at the injection site.  I was also taking Farxiga with the Victoza.  Had stupid side effects with Farxiga, runny nose constantly.  I am now off of Farxiga and just taking Victoza.  For me personally Victoza it is great."


"I am amazed-   I have been smoke free for a few years now.  While taking chantix I had awesome dreams- seriously awesome very vivid and loved them!!!  After a few days of taking the med the taste of a cigarette is terrible - this is how it helps you and the craving goes away.  Seriously this is the best thing out there to help you quit.   My husband was on it and quit for three months but started back up-  he just started it again.  He smokes about two packs a day and he will need to continue chantix for a few months.   Never stop quitting!  I know many people who have quit using Chantix.  (Wish there was a version for weight loss!!)"


"Had horrible depression all ten days I was on Rozerem. "


"Not a good experience so far. I feel like a depressed bump on a log and very upset stomach. I'm crying everyday I don't even feel like the same person."


"I’m so envious of those of you that this worked on! I have completed 2 months of this pill daily and nothing. I did get some side effects the first week (faster heart rate, jittery, dry mouth, muscle clenching) and felt I was eating less but clearly not. I still feel just as hungry and I’m on the 37.5mg dose! My dr told me to take a pill and a half to see if that helps and so far it has not . I am so depressed as my eating is out of control I am literally always hungry which is why I needed help with the pill in the first place. I just wish I’d had the luck you all have had."


"I have been on OxyContin for 8 years now, I have many problems and I am disabled. They've tried me on several medicines before this and nothing worked. I am so sensitive and allergic to a lot of medicines. But then they started me on OxyContin's and it has worked for me up until last month when they changed them. They are not as effective as they once were and now I am suffering because of it. "


"Change my life dramatically within a week. I'm mixed-rapid-cycling. I rapid I mean within the same day. Worse, I feel like behing depress and maniac at the same time. Lamotrigine solve most of that. No real side-effet but vision, dry mouth. I feel that I taught is more clear and vivid than ever. Good feeling. I also have interesting dreams. I'm taking presently  250 mg/night.
However now it's time to ajust again. Symptoms are coming back.
Last word, add 300mg lithium, zopiclone 10mg and zyprexa 2.5"


"I tried four medicines before amlodipine/benazepril. I am 40 year old female. I run 20 miles a week and do yoga twice a week. I have not had any muscle or joint issues. I have had swollen and tender gums and a bad taste in my mouth that compels me to chew gum at all times (besides while I am sleeping or eating). It was the first medicine to bring down my blood pressure. So, I hope to stay on it and hope the side effects simmer down."


"I have been diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis now for the last five years. I'm now 40 years old and it started to hit me quite hard after the age of 18 and started treatment on Humira at 35 first. Slack medical advice and thinking that I was fully cured, I stopped my treatment within 3 months my AS came back very strong as I was now working out 5 days a week in the gym. In Autstralia if you don't keep blood checks and things within certain times they strike you from the assistance hence my specialist has now put me on Simponi and all I can say is WOW. This stuff works and works well. I did notice very small signs of AS in the 4 weeks, which disappeared on the next injection. I found I had been given a new chance to live a normal life."


"After using this medication a rash started on my chest which spread extensively over my torso within 48 hours. There are some spots on my arms and legs but mostly concentrated on my chest and back. I have also experienced persistent head aches. I've stopped taking the medication but it must take a while to leave the body as spots keep appearing 2-3 days after. My upper respiratory tract infection has improved and my asthma eased but the rash is very uncomfortable especially on 37*C days. I won't be taking it again."


"I have been on this medication for 7 days. I had severe anxiety, which has completely gone, although I feel slightly sad."


"I began taking 50 mg of Seroquel XR, which I am told is a very low dose.  I feel much calmer during the stressful workday, so calm in fact that all I want to do is take a nap.  I can hardly stay awake.  Also, I'm having difficulty with mental acuity and feeling emotionally dulled.  I did not take a dose last night, otherwise I probably wouldn't be capable of writing this.  I'm wondering if this sleepiness persists once I've been on it for a while, or if it lessens."


"I am 23 years old and suffer from generalized anxiety disorder. I did not want to be on an addictive med, and was very adamant about that with my doctor. I was prescribed Buspar and have been taking it for a year now (10mg 3 times a day) and it seems to work quite well. It calms me down and makes me think more rationally rather than experiencing constant worry and fear. I feel more free and open to life. Side effects I've experienced include dizziness, hot flashes and extreme hunger for about an hour after taking it. Taking it with food in your stomach is a must as it decreases the side effects for me. One complaint though, is short term memory problems and "cloudy" mind effect, but I will take that any day over my anxiety!"


Acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine / codeine

"When you're out of options when it comes to severe migraines, Fioricet is a life saver. Even after trying Tylenol, Motrin, Excedrin, Imitrex, etc. to no avail, my mother was prescribed Fioricet for her headaches. I took two and after maybe 15 minutes, my crippling migraine was gone! And when I say crippling, I mean it. I can't open my eyes without vomiting, severe pain across my forehead, light and sound sensitivity... Fioricet, even WITHOUT codeine, is a God sent. I would recommend anyone with severe headaches to ask their doctor about it."


"I have been taking it for almost 2 years and I love it."


"Lexapro made me feel normal again. I was severely depressed and so scared I would never feel normal again. I started at 5mg and worked up to 15mg over a few months. At three months I felt like me again. It was a roller coaster getting there with good days and down days where I never thought I would feel like me again. But the three month mark I feel great! I promised myself that when I felt good again, I would share my experience. Hang in there, you will feel good again just give it time. And when you have a down moment, think of happy times and remember you will get better. Side effects initially was yawning a lot. I can finally sleep again and I gained my weight back because I actually want to eat again. Life is good now. Thank you lex!"


""I was given Lexapro from my Psych recommended by my therapist for anxiety which I had tried to manage naturally for many yrs by faith workingout meditation yoga and eating healthy. I am 37 suffering with severe panic-anxiety attacks which started while I was pregnant and involved DV with the dad who is a angel dust addict. I was always against taking any kind of meds not even for a headache so the thought of taking a drug everyday was scary I was diagnose with PTSD and anxiety. Its early since I just took my first dose last night and I haven't even experience any real side effects apart from a little tiredness this morning even though I slept 8hrs when I was only sleeping 3-4 at most. I still feel very anxious I will check-in 2-3 wks"


"Noticed a significant pain reduction caused by endometriosis in 3-4 days."


"I have had a horrible reaction to this medication (desoximetasone .25%, cream).  My feet and hands are burning, and the skin is now very dry, and itchy. This is my first time using this medication."


"After a tussle with breast cancer I was prescribed tamoxifen and immediately started with the hot flushes.  I was waking at least every hour at night and gradually turning into a sleep deprived wreck when I went to see the doctor.  Initially she prescribed clonidine but that did virtually nothing.  She then tried to give me fluoxitine but I read that you should not take that with tamoxifen so she changed it to gabapentin.  From the first dose I got relief.  I still get the flushes but they are more like gentle warming events than the full on sweating nightmares of before.  It has changed my life.  I wish this was more widely known as the change in the quality of life is so extreme."


"I tried everything, including every med available, kegel exercises, diet modification to eliminate acids, accupuncture. Nothing helped. Finally asked for testing to determine what to be treated and it was spasms completely! TVT was perfect, mesh intact. Was leary of Botox but desperate to get rid of pads and soaking all the time! Doctor said would take 3 weeks; I was backed to normal within 3 days! No pads, no frequency, no urges, no complications at all with bladder emptying. I feel like the poster lady for it! Wonderful!! And I'm 70 years old! It's a miracle. Yes, was a bit uncomfortable getting it but took maybe 5-10 minutes and worth it! Be sure your urologist is board certified, does tons of the procedure consistently and regularly!"


"Pain disappears almost immediately after the first dose."


"It truly works great! I am so happy that my doctor prescribed it for me for my insomnia."


"After many years onTopamax 100mg, eexcellent results for migraines, anxiety, depression, weight loss, now on generic Topiramate 300mg. Only keeps migraines at bay. No other good side effect. Gained back weight and stay depressed and anxious. Phcy. says it is the binders in the Rx."


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"Ladies, if you're reading this and worried the pill won't work, relax and try not to stress because it does. And thank you to everyone who posted their experiences, reading them helped me not stress. My boyfriend and I had protected sex on Saturday and the condom broke at some point that I'm not sure of. I took this 6 hours later. I experienced light cramping and then got my period a few days early. I was also fertile when the incident occurred so I was extra nervous. If you take the pill as soon as possible and before 72 hours, then you will be okay!"


"I am 23 and have had extreme anxiety/panic since around 20.  I am super sensitive to meds/ side effects.  I have tried so many AD and none have worked.  Recently I have tried Remeron but had to switch due to drowsiness- I have hypersomnia.  Lexapro by far has taken away my worrying mind more than anything which is amazing.  The first month was pretty horrid besides that though.  Constant nausea, yawning, worsened anxiety at first, headaches.  I still have some nausea and now I have noticed extreme drowsiness again. I really love how it helps my anxiety, but (like always) the side effects really bother me.  Try it out, get thru the 1st month. If you don't have bad side effects its the best anxiety med I have ever had.  Good luck!"


"Had sex and condom broke. On ovulation day. He pulled out as he was finishing and most didn't get in me but some did. Got plan b 30 minutes later and again 24 hours later. Took 2 doses, don't recommend cause medically doesn't do anything different than 1 dose. I only had been on be for 2 weeks and was on antibiotics (amoxicillin). Barely had side effects. Minor moods and headaches. Had ovulation like discharge for 2 weeks. 2 weeks after plan b I got very light brown discharge and was the start of my period which was the expected day of my period. My periods are irregular and I freaked out the whole time. Took a pregnancy test 10 days after and prepared to take another 14 days after but period started. Googled way too much (stressful!!!)"


"Started on phentermine in June I have lost 17 lbs. This really curbs my appetite . I do experience some side effects . These are tolerable such as dry mouth and constipation. I drink plenty of water. Also eating plenty of veggies really helps . I do not crave any sweets or junk food. This med is great if you are overweight. Has helped with overeating and indulgence."


"Truly wish I had accepted my depression and sought help years ago. This medication has completely cleared my mind and has helped me dramatically in the first two weeks of use. Although it caused insomnia for the first two days of use and I felt like a space cadet for the first 3 it helped me ease my moods and somewhat doesn't even allow my mind to wander into negative feelings. Highly recommended seeking help and support with this medication although I do suggest beginning treatment over the weekend to be adjusted before a work week."


"benzos will burn your nervous system and neural circuits, dont be stupid this drug is just a mask to the problem, once you get off it. if you have a panic disorder, your panic attacks will explode during the withdrawal, if you find hope in this drug, I seriously recommend you rethink your life decisions before taking it any further, I had bad experience, it took only 1 benzo for me to realize this isnt the cure. To those people suffering panic attacks, you have to conquer it naturally and with SSRI meds, I wouldn't take the time to come here and write this if I didnt want to help anyone, benzos are like any other illicit drug, they blind you and make you think you just took 5 steps forward, when you come off it you are 100 steps back.GL"


"I love it! I went on these for irregular periods, bad cramps, and to prevent pregnancy. My body took a couple months to adjust to it and there was spotting for a couple weeks at a time and breaking out but these are only temporary side effects and around pack 3 or 4 everything was great. No periods, no babies, hardly any pimples, no cramps, and I didn't gain weight. My sex drive is great and energy is as it has always been and my mood is normal as it was before. My suggestion to you all is let your body adjust for a few months and only consider the reviews of people who have taken Lo Loestrin Fe for 6 months or more after the side effects have subsided. Best of luck!"


"My doctor prescribed it when I developed an allergy to another medicine. After the first day brought no relief at all I called and was told that the medicine would take 3-5 days to work. Well it's day 8 now and absolutely no pain relief. I did get a really nasty headache."


"We just started this a week ago and have not had good results yet.  My 11 yr son had been on Focalin for about 2 yrs for Aspergers Syndrome and was doing great, then like any other drug he's been on since he was 5, it just stopped working.  Sure wish I knew that this would work, but so far the results are not great.  His Doctor added his Risperdal back to try to cut down on the yelling out, singing at school, but so far I am not convinced that this is going to work.  We are sticking it out through this week and I pray that I start to see some results soon.  He does get very sleepy around 8pm and falls asleep on the couch. Last night was the first night that he didn't wake up during the night crying and saying he nauseous, yay!"


"Will not ever touch it again! I suffer migraines so bad that I end up in the hospital almost on a regular basis. Well my doctor finally prescribed imitrex and I swore up and down that I wouldn't take it due to potential side effects, but my head hurt so bad today that I threw in the towel and took one. Mind you, I'm on the 100mg and it has done nothing but ignore my migraine causing it to manifest into a bigger one."


"Took one 10mg per docs instruction, penis felt funny, felt unusual inside. We were expecting a lot. Very dependent on mood, my penis felt so odd, that was it. Same thing next morning erect but then gone in 2 seconds. I am kind of odd, read one other person had same experience.  Very bummed about this, anyway she was cool about it. We normally have good sex but I can not go for more than a few minutes.  With this Cialis I couldn't stay up at all."


"I started Prozac after a bout with anxiety and depression with insomnia.  I had probably depleted myself nutritionally and emotionally after a really rough year.  Lost my Dad, on-going struggles with eating disorders, chronically ill husband, etc ... what a difference.  I have been on it for almost a year and I am fine.  I feel  great - like myself.  Just need to give it time in the beginning.  I think the medication and eating healthy and exercising has helped greatly.  My stress level is just as high -- just able to take the problems now with normal reactions."


"Insertion: December 17th, 2012. Kids: None. Age: 26
Previous BC: YAZ, Ortho-TriCyclen.

I had/have a few ovarian cysts and medium flow periods for 4-5 days before Mirena. Insertion hurt like a serious mother(WOW), but it was 2 minutes of my life. I bled very lightly for about 2-3 weeks after and since then have not had my period. You have no idea how AWESOME THAT IS. Insurance covered most of my Mirena. I had to pay the pre-insertion appointment and doctor's fees, etc. Only side effects for me include acne (which some might be attributed to me starting to work out a lot).

Best decision I've made in awhile."


"I need to update my previous post.  I tried the patch about a year ago, but hadn't been completely off all other narcotics at the time of application, so I went through a horrible withdrawl.  I decided to give it another chance because of all the good reviews.  This time I abstained from all narcotics for 16 hours before applying the patch.  I had a lot of pain for about 48 hours after application, but I'm about 60 hours in now & feeling much less pain than I ever did on Percocets.  I still have some pain, but I'm only on the 7.5 & will probably have to go up to at least a 10 to feel very little pain.  I haven't taken a pain pill in several days.  I feel clear-headed & hopeful about the future.  I'm so happy I gave the patch another chance!"


"My son was diagnosed at 4 and has been through almost all the drugs for ADHD which would typically fail because of side effects ie zombie out or hypersensitivity and the simplest things would make him cry.  He has been diagnosed by two of the biggest and best known hospitals for children (2 separate occassions) with the 0.001% extreme ADHD and let me tell you Focalin has been a God sent.  He is 10 now, on Focalin xr 25mg, his grades are up, left and right compliments from teachers that usually had complaints, no reported behavioural issues yet. Only small downside is appetite suppression. Big healthy meal before the med, small high cal snacks after school and dinner, big healthy dinner and you're set. While on meds can't even tell he has ADHD!"


"I have tonic clonic epilepsy.  It totally controls my seizures. I haven't had any since I've been taking it - for about two years now."


"I've had insomnia for 30 years.  Starting taking Gabapentin.  Well I'm up at 3:00 and I will never fall a sleep.  It has made my Insomnia worse.  Racing heart beat, skipping beats, Tongue is swelled up, Facial skin has a rash. Plus red itching eyes and stomach noisy and feels uncomfortable.  I'm really so very disappointed.
With these side effects so soon. I would be doing myself so much harm to continue this Medication. I'm glad it works for people you are saved from this awful plight of acute insomnia."


"I suffer from social anxiety rarely leave the house. The anxiety leaves me isolated which cause extreme depression. With xanax 1mg to 2mg takes all anxiety away and calms my depression 10 out of 10. Taking xanax for over 20 years now."


"I was prescribed Celexa due to Anxiety, stress and depression. I initially went to the Doctor for insomnia. Went through that for 7-10 weeks. Because I was not sleeping, I started getting panic attacks at night. The Doctor prescribed Ativan for the anxiety and Ambien at night. The Ambien didn't work. So I found myself taking the Ativan only at night which seemed to help a little bit. One night I experienced a horrific panic attack after taking the Ativan. I all of a sudden started crying and just started feeling miserable. I came to realize that I am deeply depressed and I need help. Long story short. Went to the Doctor and after 10 days of being on Celexa, I truly feel better and I am averaging 6-7 hours of sleep where as 11 days ago it was only 3-4 hours."


"Terrible taste in my mouth from this medication! It also dries you out! One of my chief complaints before being prescribed this med was a bad taste in my mouth. It was found to be from H Plylori. I do feel better in the stomach due to this medication but the horrible taste is way nasty!"


"My 10 year old daughter had her doctors appointment on Friday. She started Focalin 5mg on Saturday. Last might, Sunday, she was complaining of stomach pains. And again before school this morning. I gave her some tums and cereal, and I'm hoping for the best. The doctor said that the stomach pains will subside in about a week. She's not really "zombied", but it seems as though there's a lot less talking. She's not ADHD, just ADD. I am worrying very much. I hope that the Focalin equals out in her system soon."


"I have been on depo now for about two years and have had nothing but negative side effects. The only positive thing about depo provera is that you don't have to worry about missing a pill. I've suffered major headaches, weight gain, mood swings, hot flashes, irregular bleeding, cramping, breast pain, and change in sex drive. I thought this would be a great option for me because I wasn't always on top of taking birth control pills. After trying depo out for two years, I have finally decided that all these symptoms are NOT worth it. If you plan on getting the shot, do your research and know the symptoms that it comes with."


"I've only been on it 2 weeks but here's what I think so far. It's easy to put in, opens up inside you and sort of loops behind your cervix, which seems to hold it in place. Mine hasn't fallen out, not once. You can't feel it inside you.
I started this hoping it would help my periods. They are moderately heavy but never end. I literally bleed for 3 months straight then stop for a week then bleed another 3 months.
I was bleeding when I started it and have bled the 2 weeks since. So basically I'm on my normal cycle and this hasn't affected that at all. No heavier or lighter.
I've had no side affects at all.
Neither me or my husband feel it during sex."


"This medicine is the best - fast acting and relieves pain, spasms associated with urinary tract infections. Highly recommend it."


"I have fibromyalgia and more recently have been dealing with severe stenosis in my L5 as well as my L2.3.4  that can only be described as crippling. I have been on Skelaxin for two days and I thought my husband and my teen were going to cry because they got their wife and mom, respectively, back, and I can sleep longer than 4 hours at a time. It is nice."


"I had nothing but negative effects from the Depo shot that are continuing even after the duration of action of the Depo. I am now experiencing terrible migraines (I rarely, if ever had even minor headaches). They have been occurring multiple times per day including nausea and diarrhea.  I experienced these same symptoms for the first time after I received my first shot. I also experienced neck stiffness, severe mood swings, bouts of depression that seemed to arrive from nowhere, no sex drive what so ever, and worst of all menstrual bleeding for an entire month straight which was only counteracted by a high dosage of birth control pills. "


"I been on Tri-Previfem since 2014, Since my Insurance wouldn't cover Ortho Tricyclen, I like that it helped with my heavy periods and completely took away those bad cramps I would get every month. about 3 months ago I started feeling so bad when it was a couple of days before my period supposed to come one. I would get so moody, depressed and at times if something really gets to me I would really flip out. I really didn't pay it much attention until I started to get them more around the same time each month. Its not as bad as it was when I first started having problems with it. I will continue to take them and hope that the pill company isn't taking away anything or putting anything bad in them"


"I've been on this for almost 3 months now, it's the first birth control pill I've taken. My periods are crazy short, only about 3-4 days, and it's very light bleeding. I don't have cramps, but I am VERY moody. I cry and get mad over insignificant things. My breasts have swollen a little bit. It hasn't affected my weight much at all. One thing I don't like is the mint flavor. After two months it gets really annoying and it starts to taste bad. The first day I took it I got nauseous but that was it. I've also experienced an increased sex drive, not decreased."


"I'll start by saying I am a 24 year old graduate who started on Lexapro 20mg about 3 years ago.  It worked so after 2 years I stopped it.  The year in between then and now obvious depressive/social anxiety symptoms recurred.  Went to the Doctor and was prescribed 50mg generic sertraline.  Its only been 4 days and I say it is GRADUALLY working-as it should.  Some noticed side effects include diarrhea and a little insomnia, little hyperness but that's it. Also a trick to get off SSRI's-take a B-complex with Omega 369 complex. Feel better friends."


"Oh, thank you, God!  I am now a 48 year old female, and I developed acne at 13 years old.  Absolutely nothing worked for my acne or my TREMENDOUSLY oily skin.  My life was very different from other kids' lives that had normal skin.  I started Accutane at 20, and I've had to repeat the medication about every 13 years.  I strongly recommend Accutane, 6 months on 40 mg, and am very happy with my results. Good luck to everyone!"


"I had been constipated for 9 days due to opioid use for pain relief. I took 1 x 5mg tablet of Dulcolax and within 5 hours things were happening. There was a brief time of mild cramping, nothing intolerable."


"this medication makes my gums swell.

[ gingival hyperplysia]"


"Had severe lower back pain that would take me to the ground.  Only relief was laying flat with feet up.  Doctor prescribed a shot of prednisone with 6 day pill regime and pain pills.  Second day, pain went from a 10 to a 1 or 2!   I did not have to take any of the pain pills."


"I took one dose of this medications yesterday morning and I was so sick I spent the rest of the day in bed or hanging over the commode! I was nauseous and dizzy, and the effects lasted ALL damn day. Even today I am still a bit nauseous and light headed. I don't care if it works or not, the side effects for me make it a NO GO!"


"So this was my first yeast infection, and I know it's recommended you go to the Dr first. I had read that some home remedies work, so I was downing Oregano Oil and rubbing yeast gard all over the place. I read online that Monistat is a good anti-fungal, so I got desperate and bought some. So I bought the 1 day ovule. I inserted it and felt fine for the next couple of hours. But then I went to the restroom, and after I started itching REALLY bad for about a couple hours and then it slowly calmed down. I went to bed about 12 and woke up at 7 feeling completely normal. My lady area is a little sore as to be expected. I have a high pain tolerance, so I mean, it itched, but not as bad as some of the comments on here. I recommend it."


"Side effects were serious enough to warrant a concurrent dose of prednisone.  Condition was shingles, upper left body quadrant.  Welts, blisters, itching, pain.  One week on the medicine was insufficient to clear it up.  Side effects included persistent headache, nausea, diarrhea and serious swelling/itching on the palms of my hands.  "


"My doctor switched me from Loestrin Fe to Microgestin Fe to help my endometriosis. I could not figure out why I have been so miserable (tender breasts, extreme cramping and bloating, weight gain, and depression) but after reading some of these reviews I can relate. The best oral contraceptive that I have tried is Loestrin 24 but my insurance doesn't cover it! The only positive thing from this experience: I've given up on it and my husband and I are trying for a baby!"


"I was originally using a combination of benzoyl peroxide and tactuo but was still breaking out a bit and wanted to see if there was something else that could clear my skin up even more. I was prescribed aczone and was instructed to use it every morning in replacement of my benzoyl peroxide. After two and a half month of using aczone my skin is the worst it's been in years. I have breakouts all over my face. I am incredibly disappointed with this product."


"I'm an undercover agent and was dealing with a lot of stress. The stress was causing trouble in my personal life. Celexa has been a great help. I am prescribed 20 mg a day.  I take it before bed to avoid the sleepiness during the day.  My family can't believe the difference in me.  There were some side effects in the beginning, however they went away after 3 or 4 days.  I highly recommended this medication."


"Though I am much calmer, I'm so calm I don't want to do anything except sleep.  The first couple weeks this medication was a god send, but not that I've been on it for a few months, I can't shake this ever so tired feeling, not even with coffee.  If I can't do anything productive, I can't see being on this Rx much longer."


"Had a full blown panic attack about 4 months ago and went to the ER. Had no idea what one was until the doctor pumping me full of Ativan explained that I wasn't actually dying. He literally brought me back from panic land. Unfortunately the anxiety attacks didn't stop there and I got a script for this without understanding how addicting these are. Now I'm taking 1.5mg a day with little to no effect. At this point I'm just avoiding withdrawal symptoms. I also have to avoid alcohol like the plague or risk respiratory failure. But that's the case with any benzo. Take this medication very seldom and you'll be just fine. Taking it on a schedule (or for more than 2-4 weeks) is what gets you addicted."


"I just got it inserted on 5/11/2009. I am having it removed on 6/5/2009. When first inserted they said it would be a pinch sensation. The pain was intolerable. I have been bleeding everyday since then. Also, I have had cramping and they are getting worse to the point when it does happen I need to stop what I am doing. I told my doctor and he said this is not normal and for me to remove it. "


"I have been on phentermine 37.5 for 44 days, have another 46 to go (90 day supply).  I started out at 305.  I have been walking every other day for 2-3 miles, eating only fruits/vegetable throughout day- then a normal dinner (even pizza/burgers).  After 44 days, I'm down to 274, with eating a relatively normal diet.  With the dry mouth, I drink more water, been feeling great, sleeping good, as long as I take the pill first thing in the morning!"


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"The only thing is about 10 to 20 minutes after swallowing the capsule it seems my stomach is burning!  This only lasts a couple minutes, but I really wish it wouldn't happen.  Other than that one thing I'm feeling OK now at almost 89."


"I loved this pill!  Was on it for 14 years.  I never gained weight from it or had mood swings, my period was always light and predictable.   I went off the the pill completely 9 months ago because I am married and 30 ... but I have decided that I want to enjoy some years with my husband and don't want to use condoms or worry about becoming pregnant.  Dr. apt booked later this month to get back on this pill.   While I was off the pill I have been having headaches, insane pms, cramps, my skin has become oily, and my boobs have decreased in size :-(.   Hoping when I'm back on the pill this will subside again"


"This birth control was terrible! Yes, it protected against pregnancy, but the side effects were awful. I had ridiculous mood swings and became very depressed. I am usually a very happy person, so I knew it had to be this medication."


"The MIRACLE pill! I can't thank my doctor enough. I've tried every diet you can think of. Could never lose weight, I've always been obese. I started taking Qsymia on September 30/14  and lost 5lbs already. I feel with lots and lots of energy and my weakness (bread, sweets) gone! I'm not following any diet. Just exercising at least 30 minutes a day. Only side effect dry mouth and tingling in my fingers but I completely love it."


"I took Abilify for a few months and then my doctor took me off of it because I gained 50 pounds. As soon as I stopped taking it- the weight just melted off."


"I was prescribed Remeron at 7.5 mg for persistent insomnia. I have had episodic insomnia for years - usually of comparatively brief duration (3 mos) and occurring following a major life change ( I.e. Death of parents, job loss, etc.).  A short course of Zopiclone did the trick in those cases, but this time things were different. Over the course of many months my sleep quality and duration changed significantly.  Despite a good sleep hygiene practice, I was taking 2+ hours to get to sleep; awakening 2-3 times/nite; and getting less than 4 hours sleep. Remeron began working for me from the first night and has improved in effectiveness over time. I take it 1 hour before bed; fall asleep in 30 mins or so; stay asleep all night; awaken naturally"


"You have read it before.  STOP LOOKING for further affirmation and take everyone's advice:  DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE!  I have been on 75mg of generic Effexor (Venlafaxine) for a month and I am SO upset that after the first side effects began and I looked it up on the internet, I did not heed the general consensus and that I did not stop taking it.  My side effects include but are not limited to: hot flashes (yes, even though it is supposed to HELP with hot flashes), headaches, tooth and tongue pain (all my teeth and tongue hurt about 40 minutes after taking it), extreme nausea unless you eat A LOT of food with it and then queasiness after the food digests, insomnia (truthfully, may or may not be the Effexor),and  lethargy "


"Lamictal completely changed my life from the roller coaster high dosage of Depakote to a much more stable controllable life with just a little dizziness and drowziness, which has since gone away."


"I am almost done with my second pack of this birth control.  Overall I have NOTHING to complain about.  I put on a couple of pounds but I honestly would not blame that on the pill besides the fact that it's my first year in college.  Didn't worsen or better my skin and did not cause me ANY mood swings and my sex drive is still intact, haha.  The only thing I could probably say about it is that I will almost be a month late on my period but as I've read other reviews I hear that is normal but I am not sure how comfortable I am with that.  I rather not have to have a mini panic attack every time I miss a period and wonder if I'm pregnant.  But like I said, overall pretty great pill!"


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"Insurance made me switch from Androgel to Testim. This stuff smells, requires the application of a huge quantity and takes something close to an hour to dry. Oh and that weird, sickly smell, doesn't come off in the shower. I have no idea how effective it is yet, but it's definitely the worst. I loathe the idea of putting this on everyday. It's making me miserable"


"Day 5. Still coughing up gunk. Wheezing some. No voice. Not really feeling any relief. Have to call my Dr again in the morning."


"I've suffered from rosecea since my mid twenties and I'm now 54. Tried everything. Now been prescribed oral antibiotics and advised to cleanse with salicylic acid products and daily sunscreen. Also having laser every three months (due my 4th treatment in November 2017). Since April I have used soolantra and have seen a major improvement. Some days I don't need makeup. I didn't have any flare ups since using the cream but had many prior to using it. Would definitely recommend and to keep using it and don't give up too soon"


"I have been on Zoloft for 5 years and it was horrible for first 4 months!  Then it began to work.  But after 5 years and had recently upped to highest dose, it stopped working.  So after discussion with psychiatrist, decided to try Lexapro.  I was weaning slowly off the Zoloft and was doing good then boom!  Horrible brain zaps, unorganized thinking, it was terrible!  Psych told me to start with a quarter of  a 10mg tab, as I continued to wean of the Zoloft.  The very next day was great...no more brain zaps, mood stabilized because the side effects from weaning off Zoloft were gone!  I'm now on the full 10mg Lexapro and down to about 10mg of Zoloft.  Lexapro is great so far. I am well pleased.  I also take 1mg Klonipin twice daily."


"I am 29 never been on birth control before.I recently started taking it due to painful periods due to uterine fibroids, I started taking it a month ago I would take it around 1pm and was the worst mistake ever could not control my emotions or mood was feeling foggy and in daze always tired could not concentrate always agitated. My friend suggested I start taking them at night before bed so I take them at 10  ish to 1030 now and makes a huge difference. I'm back to my old self now my periods last at least 5 days no where near bloating or the painful periods I've had before. I have not experienced any weight gain or any other negative effects besides the ones taking them during the day my breasts are sometimes tender but not a big deal."


"I have always had this feeling of being scattered, very much able to project manage, etc. but it took considerable amounts of "mental energy" as compared to others and every thought had an emotional connection to it. Well, I started Wellbutrin 300 mg instant release (best in my opinion) 4 per day. From the very first day, I felt this "swooooosh" slow down within my mind and could smell better, colors were amazingly bright and I was laughing and smiling again. I was not depressed previous to taking Wellbutrin as I knew I had dopamine (reward/pleasure center) issues. Take BRAND only - it is AMAZING - I feel like a child again! WOW!"


"I'm not so sure if the medicine was bad, it just didn't work for me. I began to develop muscle twitching."


"This product needs to come off the market!

I landed in the hospital for 4 days with severe Acute Pancreatitis, Renal Failure, Liver Hepatitis, Oddi spasm, etc. I am 38 female, I don't drink or do rec drugs. After taking this, my liver & pancreatitis enzy. where over 10x the norm.

I had L10 stabbing pain, within 20-30 mins of taking Viberzi for the first time. I thought I was dying, I could barely breath & I buckled over in pain.  I took antiacid thinking it might help, but it didn't & with time the pain transformed to my mid back, my entire GI felt like it was on fire, & if My belly got touched it would bring me to tears, a fever started a few hours later.

I have had a MUCH milder pain belly reaction to Vicodine/Oxi, but never like this"


"I got the kyleena IUD at the end of June 2017. The procedure was pretty unbearable and I had very bad cramping for about 6 hours after. I bled lightly-moderately for about a month straight afterwards until my next period came (I could tell because I was VERY crampy and had very heavy bleeding). I currently get my period every month and it lasts about 15 days each time. I get waves of very bad cramps the week before and throughout the period. I then go maybe a week or two if I'm lucky without bleeding. I wanted to give it a chance, but it's now been almost 6 months and my body is clearly not adjusted. I plan to get it removed within the next month or two."


"Tried it for 10 days. For me, it worked no better than OTC sprays and my nose still runs like a faucet for two hours each morning."


"I'm a 43 y.o. female diagnosed with ADD or ADHD at the age of 30-it's actually the inattentive type if you want to be specific. I kind of knew I had it most of my life because my bro and father had it.  was prescribed ritalin-had energy....but increased my anxiety & insomnia (1-2 yrs)  . Only lasted 4-6 hours but racing thoughts & heart palps at night. Now at 43-I had to ask Dr. repeatedly to prescribe Stratterra-non stimu-helps tremendously w/ anxiety & I can focus somewhat better. Tired in the day but I can complete tasks faster-sleeping much better :) Bonus: I pee less during the day. Took about 1 mo to kick in- side effects: tingling and tiredness. Got used to it."


"Very effective very minor side affects"


"This drug is not for me. Not only did I have bad dreams and hallucinations, it seriously affected my memory. The four months I took it I didn't think anything was wrong. My family had to tell me how goofy (but funny and nice) I was acting...very weird, I'm not that nice.  Still waiting for those 4 months of memory to return. Also, my doctor had prescribed Chantix to stop smoking at the same time. Probably the combination put me in the land of Oz. Went back to taking Remeron and trying to stop smoking naturally. Hope either medicine works great for you though."


"I tend to go on and off it when I am well. I hate the sexual side effects but it works almost immediately for me. I get headaches and trouble sleeping but when it works I feel so normal it is priceless and worth the grief."


"I was awake during entire procedure. .third time now and I'm scared to have another...I got so much of this medicine and i was talking and raising head the whole time while fighting the dr....I only weigh 118 this drug don't work for me worst experience of my life... :("


"I've been in this injection since August 2014. It really has improved my quality of life. Before it, I was in and out of the doctors or ER every week. But now I rarely need to go because of this medication. I have tried so many different medicines and this is the only one that worked for me. It's scary when you see your lung function decreasing over time

But xolair has given me hope. I get the shot every 2 weeks. Sometimes the side effects suck, muscle weakness and extreme fatigue but it's better then not breathing"


"I am a frequent flyer when it comes to bladder stones and kidney stones. I am a female. This last time I went in because it wasn't moving. Cat scan revealed a 11 mm stone.  They went in with a scope and laser to blast it but as soon as they tried to open up my ureter with the balloon they realized too late it was as full of strictures and one split open.  So they quickly inserted a J stent, left the stone there and pulled out.  Now I am 4 weeks out waiting for my ureter to heal before my urologist decides what it needs  to be done.  During this time I have been on flomax and it has helped with the flow of my urine and helps the pain. I am hoping that somehow the large stone has broken up and "left the building" lol   side effects minimal."


"I've been on gildess fe 1/20 for about 4 months now and at first it was great! Slowly i started to see changes in my behavior and body...i started getting irritated more and easier, i started getting a lot more emotional than normal, and i started gaining weight resulting in me getting depressed about my body. I spot in the middle of my cycle about a week before my before starts and i thought this was just my body getting use to it, but it's become clockwork. I have nothing but nightmare stories with birth control so i'm starting to feel like it's not for me"


"I am a 48 year-old woman with bi-polar I disorder.  A year ago last fall I was severely depressed. In the hospital they put me on 20 mg. Geodon for depression and 10 mg. trazedone for sleep.  I was already on 1000 mg Tegretol.  At first this combo was a lifesaver and I felt the best I have felt in years - even became slightly hypomanic and over-the-moon happy.  Then 4 months in my mood swung to a deep suicidal depression so I went back in the hospital for 2 weeks and they upped the Geodon to 40 mg then 80 mg and the anxiety and insomnia became so bad they gave me the max they could with sleep meds and I left the hospital worse than ever.  Anxiety so bad I had to take clonazepam to counteract.  Would not take again."


"Found Lamictal to be wonderful, with *NO* side effects (can't say that about many medicines). Really worked for mood disorders. No withdrawal symptoms when I stopped it either. While I do not currently take this, if I am having a rough time with depression/mania this is what I request."


"For the longest I have had a problem with breakouts on my face, mostly on my forehead and chin area. However, I must say this gel is the truth! I have been using it for 6 months now, and may have had one breakout in the beginning since I've been using it. I'm so glad I gave it a try, my skin looks great and I haven't had to deal with those sometimes painful acne breakouts."


"I started taking fastin the end of April 2015  it's now May 15th and I have lost 13lbs not doing anything different just taking the pill. I love it!"


"I have gained weight and my depression has gotten worse. I had the Mirena before so there is no comparison."


"I think this medicine should be for more then anti-anxiety. It takes away my depression and I have anxiety problems too. It works on both levels."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"First time use for 1st colonoscopy screening having recently turned 50. Simple to use. Just mix with water. Tasted way better than anticipated. About an hour and one half after consuming the "colon cocktail"  the bathroom was calling. Will spare the details but suffice to say it worked as anticipated.  Only had one brief moment of feeling nauseous but after a couple of mins that passed.  Overall I would highly recommend - although I have nothing else to compare it to and hope I won't need to revisit this issue for another 5 years until next screening."


"I switched from Yaz to Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo and I've been on it for almost three years. I liked it for the most part, my period was very predictable every month with minor pain-no mood swings or weight gain. I do get yeast infections more often than I ever have before though and I did get breast tenderness from time to time. I have now been off it for almost three weeks because my hands and feet have been swelling up. I've been tested for everything and so far all my blood work has come back negative so the only culprit at this moment is the Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo. "


"I liked it more than valproate since it doesn't affect your weight."


"I've had the virus for about 5 months now and once I first got the virus I was having out breaks every 2-3 weeks. I've been talking lysine pills for about a month now AND I SWEAR THIS IS THE BEAT THING I COULD HAVE EVER FOUND OUT ABOUT! I haven't have an outbreak since I started taking them! Sometimes I take 2 pills a day when I feel like I might get an outbreak but these things REALLY work. I would recommend these to everybody with this virus. They are a life saver literally!"


"I started taking the pill last month and for starters I am 26. I know that it takes a while for you body to adjust to the pill but I am on my second week of my menstrual cycle which is waaayyy to long for starters, I've gotten a bit more acne breakouts and I have noticed that, with my mood I have become more sensitive to things that usually don't bother me. I was taking this pill primarily to help regulate periods but like I said 2 weeks of a flow when I only usually last 7 days max makes me reconsider continuing with this pill."


"I’m a 43 year old guy living in the uk. I’ve been a regular big drinker since the age of 24.  Always liked the buzz I got off drinking, always drank till I was totally out of it.
Done drink driving four times, the last time I should have been banged up but somehow got away with it, bolloxed up a few relationships along the way through it. In the early years it was fun but it’s destroyed and damaged the last 10 years of my life. Currently in a relationship with someone I love very much and respect a great deal, I’m doing this for both of us. My GP wouldn’t
prescribe so going through a referred clinic to get campral after hearing all these uplifting sucess stories from people. Hope it works for me as it did for you. Getting it this Friday"


"This is my first experience with birth control, and I have only been using NuvaRing for one month. Putting it in is very easy, and I did not feel it at all. It never slipped out or shifted positions. Not having to worry about it every day is a huge plus. It wasn't until the end of the third week that I had sex with it in, and although my boyfriend nor I could feel it during sex I found that I was not as aroused as I normally get. This led to much less natural lubrication. I also found that I was not as sensitive to touch or sexual pleasure. Post sex I found I was prone to diarrhea which is not normal for me. Those were my only side effects though. "


"This medicine gave my 7 year old and his schoolmate a serious case of the Hives. If this happens to you, stop taking it and Benadryl will counteract the Hives."


"I was prescribed Effexor XR for the treatment of anxiety and slight depression. The bottom line is this, it made me more calm but at the expense of too many side effects. It wasn't worth it to me. It made me more calm almost clouded my mind. I was sleepy throughout the day and had no energy. But if I took my second dose too late in the day, I couldn't sleep at night. I also sweated profusely more often, typically within a couple of hours of taking the medicine. Perhaps the most profound side effect I experienced was the inability to achieve ejaculation. This was NEVER a problem in my life until I began taking Effexor. My doctor has now switched me to Wellbutrin. Hope it works."


Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

"Diagnosed with HIV1 5 weeks ago. 190000 Viral Load and only 280 CD4
Was given Genvoya almost immediately. A little dizzy on day one, otherwise have not felt anything from taking medicine and lived as I always did. Try and eat healthy and exercise though.
One month later down to 53 Viral Load and CD4 up to 540. I am thrilled!
Hope this will stay like this. Will definitely happily keep taking this pill."


"I started this pill almost two years ago when I was sixteen and took faithfully. I had a boyfriend from15 to 18 and I never got pregnant so that just shows how good it works..but on the hormonal side I took it every night at 9:00 and didn't have to deal with nausea or anything like people say they get.It kinda helped my acne and my periods were super light the first day my cramps would hurt but after I was good and it only last like 3 days.Also, it can make your digestive system whack so drink water. But, recently I have broke out a ton and been hormonal so I decided it's time to switch! Wish me luck! (:"


"Ive started on wellbutrin, and man, I've been extra extra backed up. This time I hadn't gone in almost a week after trying stool softners, senna, bulk laxitives, I even ate 3 servings of broccoli one night with high hopes. Lol. But I remembered my coworker was extremely constipated while she was on chemo last year, so I asked her what to do, and she said MC. Super cheap, and the cherry flavor, while sour, is actually quite delicious. I had a small solid bowel about 30 minutes after finishing the whole bottle (and then 16oz of water) so I was disappointed, but about 3 hours in, I was singing it's praises. Went to bed with no accidents, and woke up with more liquid stool, but no complaints here. I'll never use anything else again!"


"My glucose level went down from 14.5 to 7.0 just in three months on Metformin 500mg twice a day and Jardiance.  In addition, I have lost approximately 14 lbs.  I was under the impression that I lost weight with diet and exercise.  However, it has brought my blood pressure significantly low to the point I had fainted.  Therefore, I have stopped taking Jardiance.  My family physician recommended that I have soup or juice to deal with the low bp.  I used to have low bp and it went up in the recent years, now back down again.  I have gained some weight back since I have stopped Jardiance.  I wish I can continue with Jardiance but with the risk of fainting again?  I have mixed feelings now."


"I suffer from sever sinus issues, almost monthly, and this is the best antibiotic I have ever taken.  3 days into the meds, and felt better! Thank god, I have finally found so,etching that will help me feel better within days."


"Since starting Levora 3 months ago, I've had severe panic attacks, fatigue, nausea, and awful mood swings. Off it as of today. I suggest taking it, then re-evaluating how you feel after 90 days. I can honestly say, it's turned me into a raging lunatic with no control over my emotions. This has been my worst experience on birth control yet. The anxiety is overwhelming which causes hostility and depression. Please be careful, ladies!"


"I tried this medication for insomnia.  I had been taking Restoril 30 mg to help me sleep but it had stopped working as well. My doctor gave me samples of Belsomra to try and said I needed to start at 10 mg but it probably wouldn't work until I titrated up to 20 mg.  I had the worst night I've had in a long time after taking this. I became confused and upset.  I began crying and became dizzy and felt as though I couldn't breathe. I was terrified to go to sleep. I apparently did fall asleep at some point after lying awake trying to keep from going to sleep due to fear. I had horrible dreams.  Never taking this again. Worst night I can remember in a long long time. I've felt horrible all day, groggy, and nervous."


"I'm so scared the condom broke on her 12 or 11th day of the cycle and we didn't know till later  I've read reports on how plan b does not work right before ovulation"


"Provided as an alternative to albuterol as my sons heart beat went very high with albuterol. Very effective."


"This is my first treatment for severe heavy bleeding. I have two small fibroids. I'm on day two and this drug has made a remarkable difference. Its reduced my severe bleeding to the use of a panty liner. I have had NO side effects yet. This has been a remarkable change for me. I will follow up to let you know if it changes my length."


"Accident can happen. Condom broke on that day Sep 5th. which was day 12th of my cycle fertile day. I rushed to get plan B as I am not on any birth control pill. I had taken the pill 15-20 mins after sex. I did experience lower stomach cramps but not to painful, dizziness and tiredness at that day. I was expected to have my next period on Sep 22nd for my normal cycle. However I got my period yesterday Sep 18th. 4 days earlier.. I was so happy that Plan B works..."


"This is my second month using Reclipsen. I had no problems the first month (no weight gain, no headaches, etc.). Now, this month so far I have gained around 2-3 lbs. If I get anywhere close to gaining 10 lbs I am done with this birth control for sure! I just keep trying to weigh my choices. I've been pregnant at least 4 times and I gained about 2-3 lbs. with each pregnancy. So, I think gaining a few pounds on birth control is okay compared to gaining it while being pregnant and having a miscarriage. So, yes, I'm okay with the side effects of Reclipsen so far."


"Works wonders for my headaches. Started having stomach pain about 6 months ago that I haven't checked out (can't afford testing I expect to follow). But I also think I have an ulcer from stress - who knows. Point is, it took me 20 years to get a doctor to help me find a medicine that works. This does."


"I've been on this drug for nine miserable months now.  I had said I would try it for one year and I'm not sure I can make that.  It appears that quality of life is not something my doctor cares about.  It's almost as if he's being paid by the tamoxifen people because he won't even listen to anything negative about the drug.  My hot flashes are unbelievable.  My joint pain makes it difficult to walk.  I haven't slept in nearly a year.  This drug makes life not worth living."


"It makes me feel normal. I like it, but I sometimes get hot flashes and dry mouth. My husband also takes it and it does well for him but has sexual side effects."


"I have been suffering with depression,anxiety and suicidal thinking since age 13. I'm now 27 and have been on many different meds. Nothing has ever worked for me until I got prescribed latuda. There are a few side effects like nausea and headaches but that's nothing compared to how I felt before. I take 40mg daily and recommend it to anyone who is bipolar or depressed. It  REALLY works for me. I can actually live a happy and fulfilling life now. Good luck to all of you. Stay happy :-)"


"Awake ..... Euphoria!"


"Best pain reliever I've ever used. The only negative is how quickly tolerance develops."


"I got Skylia put in 5 days ago. I'm still bleeding pain when I pee in the bagunal area and my pelvic. No sex drive and I think I can feel where it is placed. Not to happy right now. Dr was very rude rough and didn't talk much about this so I have no idea what to expect. Still have terrible pain with cramps and slight bleeder."


"Have tried a lot of meds over the years.  This has been gently helping.  Just started the 20 mg level.  No severe side effects. I like it."


"I have had constipation for almost two weeks, so my doctor gave me linzess in the 290 mcg dose. I was a little nervous about taking the medication, so I took the pamphlet out of the bottle packaging to read the side effects. The only serious side effects listed were diarrhea and stomach pain. So, I took ONE pill. In the matter of thirty minutes I was reacting with hives and was having a serious reaction, I felt completely loopy and I wasn't able to function properly. As I went to the emergency room, my sister notices it says hives as a rare and serious side effect of this drug on web sites only. NOTHING WAS LISTED ON THE BOTTLE! I don't trust this drug, and it didn't even help me go to the bathroom. I do not recommend this drug to anyone."


"Levitra 20mg. Also have Viagra 100mg.  Prescribed because I was having trouble getting "back in the saddle" after a long marriage and very little dating/sex since.  Levitra seems to work faster and last a bit longer. My partner also said I appeared harder. Problem is the climax with Levitra is not as intense as with Viagra. Both Levitra and Viagra climax are less intense than without either.  The trade-off is, of course, I can last ALOT longer than without either medication so that's a huge plus. I did half the Levitra and that seemed to work better (full 20mg I did not climax).  For both:  Nasal congestion (solved with Afrin); mild vision change (blue tinge); slight stomach upset/indigestion."


"I take 1000mg a day for Bi-polar II.  I first went on this medicine at 200mg back in September last year when I was in a manic episode and was first diagnosed.  At that time they also put me on quetiapine and citalopram. I am not just on Epilim. I am stable apart from a couple of days a month where I am very down.  Reading the reviews I am totally relieved to hear that other people just don't feel full on this medicine- I am constantly hungry. I never feel full and eat and eat. I go to the gym four times a week to try and counteract this though.  I have gained 28lbs since starting to take this medicine and I'm really trying to lose it but it's tough going to be honest.  Better than me being mad though."


"Well, I had the Merena for over 2 years, and the great thing about it is that I never had a period and I didn't have to worry about getting pregnant. The worse part was is that I had a terrible, terrible odor constantly, I'm the type of person who showers daily, and it was embarrassing. Also, I was never in the "mood" to have sex.  So I decided to get it removed and it has been over 6 months now and I have had absolutely no odor and my "mood" toward sex has changed a lot, for the better. Everyone is different and it is pretty much a see and try for yourself kind of thing."


"I got this implant about 9 months ago and I love it! The first week after insertion I had spotting but since that first week I haven't had a period which is great. I love not having to worry about it for 3 years. The insertion wasn't bad, the numbing shot was the worst part."


"After getting pregnant at sixteen while faithfully using the Depo shot tri-monthly,  I was a little worried about what my next birth control method would be. Well, while in the hospital after giving birth to my son who is now two, I decided to get the Implanon.  I haven't had a single problem yet two years in I don't think about it at all. All I need to remember is on my sons third birthday, it will be time for a replacement!  That simple. This is perfect for me. Would lose my head if it weren't attached me. Don't be afraid because of bad reviews."


"It did take 4-5 days of using this medication before the positive effects appeared. It is working well with very slight side effects, mostly extreme dry mouth & disturbed sleep (odd thoughts & dreams). I have been taking this now for 2 months and will continue with it as long as my Doctor agrees."


"I have been on Saphris now for 1 month. I have not been this happy in 35 years!  I am working out ever day now at the local health club. Last night I swam for over 40 minutes straight.  The only side-effect of this med is excellent REM sleep and a good night's rest.  Heaven help you if you don't have insurance....Very Pricey $$$$$"


"Sometimes I feel a bit paralysed  from this. But it works like its supposed to do."


"I am a professional ballet dancer. Due to constant exercise, I've suffered from deficient estrogen. The Nuvaring cleared my skin, gave me (welcome) curves, and increased my sex drive. At one point I got a bladder infection but I believe it was because I wasn't drinking enough water."


"Took it about an hour ago so far I'm just super gassy. I feel my insides moving... But then when I think this is it.. It's just gas."


"I have a rye neck from birth- some call it torticolis.  I have rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia diagnosed in 2005.  I have severe neck and shoulder tightness which causes a headache similar to a migraine.  Nothing short of a chiropractor could ever relieve this pain.  Having rheumatoid arthritis I can no longer go to a chiropractor.  This medication is a life saver for me.  It did make me drowsy and a bit goofy the first few days.  Do not drive until you are used to this medication.  It has been a month now and I take 2 or 3 pills only when the neck gets stiff and sore and it relieves the pain and the headache disappears.  This is the first time in 5 years I have had relief from this pain."


"Made me very itchy and gave me liver dysfunction, doctor says it was a very rare side affect"


"I was on another BC for acne for about 2 years, which was amazing from the first pack, was switched to another, more insurance friendly BC that promised 3 months with no periods, but only got thru 2 weeks of that one due to nausea. Was switched to Mononessa because of the nausea the other brand caused only to have severe nausea and dry heaving from day 1. The rest of the time I took it at night hoping my body would adjust to it, which it hasn't. I have been very emotional the entire time I have taken it and yesterday had the first major fight/argument with my boyfriend of 3 years, that I started. Took my last BC pill last night. This is not worth my relationship or my health. Been taking for 8 days."


"I used to be on valium back in the 90s when it was easier to get for panic attacks and ptsd and when the narcotics laws changed I got off of them because my family doctor wouldn't give them to me. Panic attacks started happening again when I have a thyroid disorder. Now I'm seeing a psychiatrist to get them again and they have given me part of my life back. Before seeing psychiatrist my Dr tried me on multiple different ssri and none of them work. And ssri drugs have me ED. Valium has only 1 side effect to me and that is just being drowsy for an hour or so. Valium is a life saver."


"Any wind player (oboe, clarinet, trumpet, etc.) who has a problem with hyperventilating and rapid heart beat during a performance should try this medicine. As a clarinetist, this used to happen to me, especially during long passages of holding a note and expelling almost all of the air in my lungs. I would find myself almost gasping for air and could feel the rapidity of my heartbeat. Inderal prevents the heart from racing and helps you maintain your focus. I don't use it all the time, but for those "special" performances, a mere 10mg does the trick."


"My daughter was diagnosed with rehumatoid arthritis at the age of 5. It took almost 6 months to get the right diagnosis. She was hospitalized and put on enbrel. It was amazing to see her walking again, being able to use her hands, and run. She has being using enbrel for about 20 months now. However this past few months I have notice it's not having the same effect as before. She's staring to limp, and wakes up with her fingers too stiff to move them. Hoping is just a flare."


"I was given this medication for alcohol/drug psychosis and after 2 years in 12 step recovery programs I am still on 450 milligrams. I started a reduction regime and was down to 150 milligrams and my paranoia symptoms returned. Went to see doctor and resumed my previous dosage. I experience no side effects listed but must say I am in good health and keep fit. There is the issue of weight gain, using fitness I managed to lose 10 kilograms."


"I took one omeprAzole every morning before breakfast as prescribed for GERD. The GERD went away for two weeks but I started to get severe burning in my throat, more than I had with GERD so I stopped the pills and the burning stopped.  I will try taking the pills again and see what happens."


" I hate this stuff!!! Had been constipated for a few days..took one with no success so the next night took 2 as instructed. Woke up in the morning to extreme pain to the point where I screamed for my mum. Found my way to the bathroom where the pain continued until I blacked out on the toilet, hitting my face hard on the bath on the way to the floor. Woke up very confused and sweating, back to the toilet I went for a bm that did not come easy by any means before passing out a second time. At that point I decided to attempt to get back to bed so stood up (very bad idea) and passed out for a third time hitting my head yet again. I'm lucky I got away with just a cut cheek and black eye..DON'T BUY"


"I never write reviews but  I used this for the first time without reading the reviews I'm just like all the others I inserted this product before bed now I'm up at 2am with the WORST burning I ever experienced and very swollen I got as much out of me as I can I'm in the room with the fan on to try to ease some of this discomfort this should be banned or come with some disclaimer"


"Caused restless leg syndrome."


"Help with in two days-  still helping after 4 years. Some side effects."


"Hi, firstly let me make this clear, no one paid me to write this review. I am simply giving away my experience so that if there are any guys out there who suffer from the same thing as I did then please DO NOT worry.

I am 24 years old, healthy male. I had an amazing sex life throughout my teen years. But recently I started going out with this new girl, and really love her but couldn't get an erection, so read up loads and came across Cialis, I was anxious about taking it, but I took a 10mg, and my sexual desire, drive and endurance was through the roof. I guess its a good way to eliminate performance anxiety. Totally recommend it, its an amazing medicine but come off it when you are ready."


"I am repeating this because I know from Past experience how well it works. Back in 2002 I'd taken the medication, noticed that my stomach burned almost every night since I took it at night and other than that, 10 months later, I had new beautiful WONDERFUL NAILS! No more going to the Nail Shop to put acrylics on my big toes. I noticed that my big toe and little toes have MILD thickness and well I'm repeating the dose. I know that I will have SATISFYING RESULTS!"


"I suffer from 'restless leg syndrome' and 5 or 10 mgs of diazapam when I go to bed really helps. I suffer it about 5 times a year and it lasts a week or 2."


"Was suffering from crippling anxiety with panic attacks.  I had one whilst driving which forced me to address the issue and see my doctor.  Within three days of taking Propranalol, I feel better that the usual me before the panic attacks and anxiety.  What a wonderful thing.  No side effects apart from I had one glass of wine with supper and felt as if I had had ten!"


"After visiting several Dermatologists who pushed the typical drugs marketed by Big Pharma for acne rosacea (Metrogel or Finacea) and finding no success for my condition, I decided to do my own research here on Drugs Dot Com. I came across the rather positive reviews of this more obscure older drug, Sodium Sulfacetamide Sulfur (SSS).  All I can say is that reviewers were spot on and I'm amazed by how good this drug has worked for my rosacea after using it for over a year now!

Only potential problem with getting a prescription for SSS is that it sometimes isn't covered by insurance. My particular insurer no longer has it on its formulary. But thanks to Rx discount card I get a bottle or tube for less than $50 which lasts me over six months."


"Sarna Sensitive has basically saved my life. Without it I would not have a minutes relief from the itching and burning. Thanks to my Doctor who recommend it to me I can at least have a few minutes of relief through out the night. I am so glad I found this product. Thank You, Thank You."


"I was on this pill last year and I had a really good experience with it. My face cleared up, I actually lost weight, and I did not get pregnant however one night I got a severe headache. I rarely get headaches so I read the back label and it said if you get severe headaches to contact your doctor so I did and they switched me to Ortho-Micronor which I hated. So now I'm back on Ortho Tri-cyclen Lo  and hopefully it will work as great as last time. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to go on a birth control pill."


"I do not like Lyza. Been making me gain weight and I haven't had my period in 2 months . And I KNOW I'm not pregnant because I haven't had sex in like 6-7 months."


"I'm taking 60 mg Prozac since 4 weeks. I only relapsed twice in the first week (while being on a lower dose) It took away the urge to binge and even purge. I'm less depressed, too. I've been through 5 years of psychoanalysis and 2 hospital stays all to no avail (never took medicines). I have bulimia for over 25 years and am hopeful to get rid of the food pressure - for good. Prozaz changed my life so far. I'll update at a later time."


"I have MDD, GAD, and ADHD. The worse trifecta in my opinion. The reason why is because when I start treating one disorder the others get worse. Well I had gotten my MDD and GAD in check and on to treat my ADHD so I was given a very low dose of Adderall XR (10mg). It was way too over stimulating for me. I had so much anxiety that I couldn't even focus which is what Adderall is supposed to help you do. So I switched over to 5mg Adderall XR and while my anxiety didn't shoot up like the last dosage it still was ineffective."


"This is a fantastic form of birth control! I've been using it for about 8 months now and I absolutely love it. I have yet to experience any negative side effects. It's just so simple; insert and remove. One great benefit: my periods are extremely regular now."


"I have been on this pill for about a year and I have lost 30 pounds.  I am a little bit more moody but I think that it is worth it."


"My boyfriend is only 32, but he still needed some help and the Testosterone supplement seems to turn back the clock. Never had a problem with libido or such, but there is a definite increase there. I've noticed some weight loss and muscle gain on him which is sexy. "


"The first month was great!  It really helped with my PMS mood swings, which were awful!
HAd a short period with regular bad cramps but was elated that it helped my depressive mood swings, which is why I started taking it. Now I'm in my 2nd month, on my 2nd week and am bleeding and bloated! Feeling more bloated than usual too.
Have been bleeding for four days now.  Am hoping it will stop and even out because the aiding of my former mood swings is wonderful!"


"I seriously recommend this product to anyone who is looking to treat their excessive sweating condition. I used to have a serious problem with my hands, they would sweat to a point where they would almost dripped. Hypercare has helped me so much and is pretty cheap. It took about 2 weeks for me to start seeing the effects, trust me follow through applying this on every night for at least 3 weeks before stopping. I almost stopped within the first because I thought it wasn't going to work on me. I didn't give up hope though and continued. Soon enough I began to see miraculous changes my hands would sweat less and less everyday to the point where they are now always dry. If your skins starts to peel its normal just don't peel it off. I recommend."


"I had a boyfriend for a few months and our relationship started to get serious so I decided that I needed to start some sort of birth control. I am awful with remembering to take my medicine everyday. This shot was an easy fix for that. You get a shot then don't have to think about taking anything again for three months and you just go get another shot. This birth control is very effective and easy to keep up with, but one of the side effects was weight gain. I figured that I'd be fine since my doctor told me it just increases your appetite so as long as you watch what you eat you would be fine. This shot made me hungry all of the time. I gained 30 pounds from September to February. I got off of the shot and the weight is not easy to lose."


"This is one of the worst drugs I have ever tried. I was on 60 mg and I don't recommend to go above 40 mg if you have bipolar it made me feel like a zombie and confused don't know whether I was happy or normal no emotions also gave me terrible vivid dreams every single day and thats bad and did nothing for my OCD but it may work for you I just gave my experience."


"Switched to this from gildess 1/20 & didn't have any problems. In fact, my mood actually improved since I've been on it, but I'm not sure if that's correlated to switching pills or just life being nice to me. My gynecologist was actually astonished considering how many problems I have had with other birth control medications!"


"After the first use of 160/4.5 Symbicort my lungs opened and phlegm coughed up. Had more energy. This product is the first time in 5 yrs that I felt it working. VA even carries the product. I also have more energy."


"This Vitamin gives me stomach upset, unwell feeling, fast heartbeat,"


"It literally worked overnight! I painted it on my toes and then the next day I was able to slide a  file under my ingrown toenail and get it out! Works great and fast!"


"Great for panic disorder."


"I've had Nexplanon for 2 years now and it has been wonderful. My doctor numbed my arm when I got it implanted so there was no physical pain. My arm was a tad sore after the numbing medication wore off, but only for a day or two at most. The soreness wasn't anything serious either. I didn't have any physical side effects from the implant at all. I did not gain weight, I did not get acne, my hair didn't get more oily, and I didn't cramp. After about a month of having it in, my period was due and I bled a little longer than usual. After bleeding for about 11 days, I spotted for about 7 more days. After that month of bleeding and spotting, I haven't had a period since. I am engaged and my fiance finished inside of me, I have not gotten pregnant"


"I had great relief of the pain issue but I gained 40 pounds in 3 months. My weight has been stable for 15 years until I began gaining weight overnight. The sudden weight gain is worse than the initial pain so I have discontinued taking Celebrex."


"I started June 2015.  First I did have the nausea, headaches and tiredness but it has slowly gotten better. I was willing to put up with the side effects to see if this product would help me.  I am up to 4 pills and a day I feel not too bad. I have only lost 10 pounds but I just starting walking 3 miles a day.  I couldn't exercise at first because of how sick they were making me feel.  I do feel how it has helped me with my appetite. I only eat when I am hungry and I don't crave food or snacks all day. When I do eat, I get full very fast.  I even have to eat slow because if I eat fast and slightly over eat, I feel so sick and full.  I haven't lost as much as others. I'm going to keep going I'm happy I'm losing and not gaining!"


"I have been taking Effexor for several years, first starting at 50, 75 then 150mg. As far as treating my depression it has been the best. I am a totally different person when taking it. I do have weird dreams, but I would rather have those than be a living nightmare in reality. What I do not like about Effexor is that it excaberates my chronic constipation condition. I have tried taking other anti-depressants, but they did not work as well treating my depression as Effexor."


"Wow, this medication makes my back pain & spasms go away. The downfall of this medication is the " Knockout Feeling" I took 1 yesterday around 6:30 p.m., at 11:30 this morning I was driving to an appointment and felt detached. The medication works, however being tired, dopey feeling and foggy headed are the negatives for this. It is too bad it makes me so tired. My back on the other hand feels great."


"I have been taking a 10 day prescription of this for 6 and 1/2 days now. It was for my kidney infection. I hadn't noticed much relief till day 4, but its been good since then. I have nausea and headaches and a little joint pain, but would so much rather that than the infection. Only reason I'm not giving it 10 stars is because I am a bit scared that my infection might come back after using it, but I know its probably not likely."


"I tried Pristiq, which had been listed on my Genesight review in the positive column. Was on it for three weeks and had to stop as I had developed hypermania: no sleep, talkative, spending, messy, walking around confused and generally felt very high. Felt very unsafe driving and was also eating everything in sight until I had a stomach ache. Gained weight and just felt plain bloated. While I recognized that something was wrong, I was not thinking straight enough too judge. Fortunately, the prescriber recognized it and I am now stopped 3 days. Don't feel great, but I am glad I was not on it  long enough to have withdrawal problems."


"Y'all! -- I am one of these people who cannot say enough about bupropion! It has changed my life after only day 8.

Such a subtle but powerful shift in perception and decrease in troublesome habits (smoking one of them, but also irrational anxiety getting on train, rushing down the street for no reason, rushing through dinner) has decreased by drinking, made me less weighed down.

There are side effects the first few days but they will go away! Stick with it and you won't regret it ~"


"I do not like this medicine. I've only had one shot so far. I didn't come on my period for two months now on the third month I've been on for 2 weeks already. The pain is worse then my normal cramps. I'm not getting my second shot. I'm only 16."


"After having my ovaries removed, the hot flashes were so bad - one every hour or so - that I could not get a decent nights sleep.The doctor had said if the flashes got bad that I could try this antidepressant. I did not need that or so I thought. After a month I said okay I'll try it. I have been on the lowest dose for about 8 years now. Am I done with the hot flashes - I don't know and don't want to find out. And the side benefit for me is that is also took the edge off of stress and worrying. I recommend every woman who can't take hormones and has hot flashes to try this. I have had no side effects but I did have loss of appetite. Just make sure your doctor checks your liver functions yearly."


"I've been sick for weeks! Can't eat or drink! Stomach pain! It's been a nightmare and Reglan worked in the first hour! Amazing!!"


"I was prescribed this cream by my doctor and its brilliant! I've seen a lot of comments saying that it burns and it made peoples faces itchy but not everyone has the same skin. Our skin will react in different ways. But I have to say after the 1st time of using it the blackheads on my nose got smaller. I would highly recommend this cream. However it does leave my skin a bit dry and flaky but on the instruction sheet it says you can use a perfume free moisturiser or stop using it for a couple of days."


"I had Nexplanon implanted in November of 2013.  The site was initially lumpy and swollen but now I don't feel it.  For Birth Control it is AMAZING but that's where my benefits end.  I have been BLEEDING every day for the past FIVE months.   I am extremely moody and have experienced a slight weight gain.  It affects my sex life and I will be removing it if the bleeding doesn't stop in two months."


"I was given olanzapine 2.5mg six days ago.  I already take 40mg prozac. I think I've tried every med going for anxiety and depression and I haven't responded well to any of them.  I  started taken meds about 9yrs ago...after 6 days I've done a lot of crying and feeling strange, a lot of negative things but I am willing to persevere as two positive things have happened.  I can eat dinner where as before I could barely eat a thing and I seem to be feeling motivation just in a small way but thats a massive improvement on sleeping all day as I couldn't face getting up and another day. I'm hoping this med will give me my life back, although anxiety feels worse and irritible and a bit snappy...."


"It works really well! It has taken away a lot of anxiety and agitation I really didn't know was that strong. Highly recommend."


"I have been on plaquenil for almost 3 years now. Along with RA, I also have Fibro Lupus and Scleraderma. I tried Methotrexate and it made me very sick so RA doctor said to just take the plaquenil. Since being on the med I have a very hard time staying well. What I mean is I catch every virus, cold, flu coming and going. I have now been sick since Thanksgiving and just recently was told that I have pneumonia. I thought that if I took myself off I the plaquenil that my immune system might somehow perk up and be better. Well I have been off of the plaquenil for almost 2 weeks now and good Lord was that a mistake. I had forgotten how bad I hurt before the plaquenil...I am back on it now and have no plans to stop taking it again."


"I have been taking Nuvigil for a little over a month now.  At first I took 150mg.  It worked for 3 days and then I went back to being exhausted.  My doctor bumped the dosage to 250mg and it has been working a lot better.  Thing is I can still feel episodes of sleepiness coming on later in the afternoon and have been adding caffeine but I think its bringing on the side effects like jitteryness, nausea, fogginess, extreme dry mouth and an uncomfortable feeling in my jaw and the back of my neck.  I do not like the side effects and I am now trying to cut back on the caffiene hoping it will help.  Going to add Xyrem to my treatment to see if it will fix me."


"Today I'm having my first colonoscopy. Yesterday I mixed it with water and orange gatorade. The taste was terrible. Last night, I decided to chill the bottle in the fridge. A few minutes ago I had my second bottle. After each gulp of the Suprep I swished ginger ale around my mouth then spit it out. This way was so much better for me. The ginger ale kills the horrid after taste. Hope this helps :)"


"This may be premature I've only been on it for a week, but I have been super moody. Irritable, cried 3x in past week and have developed a lot of pimples on my forehead and nose. I usually never break out only when on my period and not as much as this. I also am highly anxious...I'm an anxious person to begin with but with the pill for this week I've been near panic attack a lot and that hasn't happened in a decade. I'm

Hoping my body gets used to the pill and these awful side effects will go away. Will update after the month"


"I've now been on Paroxetine for about 10 years, for severe, chronic depression. I was on Prozac for roughly 15 years before it appeared to lose its effectiveness, so I was prescribed this instead. My initial dose was 40mg daily. It was initially extremely effective as an anti-depressant, and I went from being hospitalized for a week every year for my own safety, to 6 years without a hospitalization. Just a 'blip' in mood every year instead of a crash. However, I'm now on 80mg, and the side-effects at this dose are appalling - chronic insomnia, 100lb weight gain, constant tiredness, muscle aches, migraines, memory loss, zero libido and all-round apathy. Attempting to drop my dosage results in uncontrollable weeping, numbness and terror."


"This is my second time around using Nexplanon. First time wasn't so bad. For the first couple of months I did not see my period which was something that they explained, and then when I did get my period it was very irregular. I also gained weight which was not so bad, I went from 155 lbs to 165lb. I lasted three years with it without getting pregnant which was great since those were the only two side effects I really had to endure. So I decided to go back on it for this time 4 years. What a big mistake!!! First of I am four months in and I have not stopped spotting. I also gained about 20 lbs that have been so hard for me to lose. I've been exercising and just recently turned into a vegan, but still have not been able to shed the extra pounds!"


"Celexa has improved my life considerably. I feel more in control of my emotions on a daily basis. My family doctor started me on it but is now hesitant about dosing. I have an appointment with a psychiatrist to help manage my medications since I have started to have tremors in my eyes, restless legs at night and my husband reports I have seizures in my sleep. I think with a medication like Celexa I would recommend being followed by a specialist who is familiar with dosing, therapeutic response, and side effects."


"I have been on benzodiazepines for 20 years and it is # 3 on my list of what works best for treatment of general anxiety, social anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder and panic disorder. "


"This is my second week. I'm extremely tired, moody and emotional and constipated. My doctor took me off of Celexa. I'm not sure if I want to continue taking this since it seems as though I'm worse. I've experienced more anxiety and I'm a mess now. "


"I have tried heat pads, freeze pads, gels tablets and I am really pleased I saw these advertised on the TV I tried them and I had no expectations at all.  I was very surprised that they worked on my neck pain my hip pain back pain and have no complaints worth giving a go may not be suitable for everyone but worked for me."


"This was my third breakout ever! And worst ever. I am 24 yrs old if that helps. Well a small sore began to develop on my bottom lip.  Friday morning my doctor prescribed Valtrex 500mg every 12hrs. I took 1000mg by 10am. Second dose by 8pm.It is now 12:45 pm Saturday and my lip is almost back to its normal size and it is almost completely dry and in scabbing stage. Dont hesitate!"