"Makes my back pain tolerable, and helps me stay active. Doesn't always control the pain, but helps quite a bit most of the time.  I am using it with Ibuprofen."


"I've only been taking this medicine for about a week and I feel like a zombie. I have no emotion, lack of coordination, sometimes confusion, slurred speech and a constant headache. Hopefully this gets better."


"I had a blister get infected on a cruise ship. The on board Dr put me on Cephalexen 4x daily at 500mg for 5 days. I've had insomnia from the get go. While awake, I had dizzy spells often, and bursts of anxiety. On night 3, I developed chills, and anxiety that woke me right up. I then vomited/diarrhea all night long. I'm currently awake on night 3 typing this. Chills have stopped but I'm holding nothing down."


"I have been on etanercept for 7 years but now it is stopped working"


"I have been taking opiates for 2 years now, but as soon as I started taking morhpine everything came to a halt. I hadn't had a BM in over 8 days. I took the Movantik, and nothing happened at all the first day. Took another one the next, still nothing. Woke up the next morning, and, yeah I had some cramping and gas pain, but I also emptied my bowels of what seemed to be an entire week's worth of poop. Yes, it hurt, but not because of the drug. It hurt because unfortunately, my movement had hardened and was difficult to pass. However, the relief I felt after all was said and done is amazing. I am having regular-sized, normal movements now. None of the withdrawal symptoms, and none of the extreme discomfort like gas, vomiting, or cramps."


"I had my gall bladder out in 1998. I suffered with the diarrhea 5-8 times a day and was miserable. What is even worse, I am obese and so doctors didn't believe me that I was having watery diarrhea so often. I didn't get prescribed anything until 2011 so 13 years of suffering. I was first given Colestid but found I could not tolerate the powder. A new doctor prescribed Welchol. At first I only needed to take 4 a day and it worked. But now I find that sometimes the 6 a day doesn't completely work so I believe I have something else going on-lactose or gluten allergy maybe. I have to take the Welchol on time 3 times a day or the next day I am back to square one. I take 2 big tablets, 3 times a day."


"Was good when the voices were loud as when they are quietened they seem to echo at first. Noticed when taking it though voices did remain very quietly then when you stop taking it they stop completely. But I have done this before and the bliss only lasts a month before they come back full blown."


"I was on Celebrex for over two years as treatment for pain following a severe back injury. I am over 50 years old and Celebrex was very effective. I was referred to another doctor who replaced Celebrex with Tridural. Celebrex is my choice but I have to follow my doctor's instructions."


"I've had it for 1 year. I bleed for 1 month straight starting the day after it was inserted. My hormones was out of whack. I was irritable, moody! My face broke out in NASTY pimples on my face chest and back. (I'm on prescribed acne medicines now) but overall no pregnancy. My moods balanced out, eventually. My cycle comes once a month, it's really light, but last 10-14 days."


"I was crippled with anxiety, depression, and nagging intrusive thoughts. Zoloft has allowed me to live again. Please don't allow the stigma and misinformation out there about antidepressants prevent you from getting help and finding relief. Once your body adjusts to Zoloft (this can take upwards of 2-4 weeks), you will find relief and peace. I used a pill cutter to cut the prescribed dose (25 mg) in half and took the half dose for two weeks. Then I increased it to the prescribed dose. This is much easier on the body. Please consider doing this so you're not overcome and discouraged by some of the initial side effects. Good luck friends."


"I was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in early October of 2015. My CD4 count was at 89 and my Viral Load up to 182,000/mL. I began taking Atripla on Nov. 10th 2015. I went in for my 6 week follow up on December 15th. After receiving my test results I was pleasantly surprised. My CD4 count had jumped to 394, and my Viral Load dropped to 2,185 - after only 6 weeks of treatment.

Another thing - I actually take my pill first thing in the morning when I wake up. With my schedule, it is difficult for me to take it on an empty stomach in the evenings. I'm more prone to adhere to the pill in the AM when my stomach is already empty. I use my phone with an alarm set for every morning as a fail safe."


"I lost 8 lbs in 7 days but by the time I upped the pen to the middle dose I had no appetite and even when I tried to eat I gagged.  I had to drink Boost to get something in me and was very weak, shakey and my heart was racing.  I waited about a month and tried again planning to stick just to the lowest dose.  By day 7 I had lost another 5 lbs and again was weak, and could hardly eat.  Started having stomach cramping as well.  I will not take this no matter how bad I want to loose weight or control my type 2 diabetes."


"I've been taking contrave for 2 weeks and 3 days. Every since I started I get bad stomach cramps after I eat. It doesn't matter if it's a well proportioned healthy nutritious meal or a unhealthy meal it happens after every meal. I feel nauseous a little still and in the beginning I felt nauseous more frequently! I feel energetic, sometimes tired but that depends on my amount of sleep. For the most part I feel energetic. Since I started taking this pill I don't ever feel hungry I have to remind myself to eat every 2-3 hours or I will only eat once a day which is terrible. So all in all the side effects are not worth it. This will be my last day because the stomach cramps have become a inconvenience and make me miserable after eating."


"I tried a number of over the counter medicines and Prevacid, but found no relief. After my 4th EGD I was prescribe Aciphex 20 mg 2 times a day. It worked. I can swallow, eat anything, and rarely get heart burn. I've been on it now for nearly 8 years."


"I have my doctorate in Clinical Counseling and am very aware of "placebo" effects of medication. I've had Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia for years and have tried many pain medications and antidepressants.   Three months ago my physician prescribed Savella and IT HAS GIVEN ME MY LIFE BACK. I had some side effects, not too uncomfortable, but continued Savella and am so glad I did. If you are suffering from side effects, talk to your doctor and try to stick with Savella until your body adjusts.  Brain fog is gone, even if I feel tired! Physical pain not all gone but with fish oil tablets - all pain is gone and I can walk up and down steps, etc.
Fish oil: 1200 mg a day, 6 a day and more in the winter time.  Take care."


Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

"Attempted multiple times to submit a comment. Interesting. I know medicine can be difficult. I underwent cancer treatment with the help of caring doctors. Even the most difficult treatments can be humanely administered. This prep for a very basic procedure is much more difficult than it has to be. The taste is horrific- like drinking salt water.  Ridiculous."


"Been severely depressed for many years. Anxiety, ocd too. Zoloft has made me way more stable, down side is it can make you numb to life. I lost my dad in 06, I went into an awake coma so to speak, lost my mom last March, I felt the pain come in like bullet and then I felt overwhelmingly calm, that's the seratonin doing its job. I couldn't cry at the funeral or anything. While I'm not depressed, I do feel many other effects, decreased libido, muscle twitch, I extend my legs and contort them in bed uncontrollably. I give it a 9 because it saved my life. I'm on 150mg mornings. Have been for 10 years plus. Give it a good shot, let it have time to work. Good Luck. Don't ever give up."


"My experience with the drug is somewhat unclear to me. I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 23, I'm 24 now. In that time I have trialled a series of drugs. Atomoxetine, Methylphenidate and now Vyvanse. Out of the lot, I would say this one has probably been the best. However, as time progressed I felt the effects of the medication deteriorate which is sad and frustrating. It almost feels like it only ups my mood (not tackle symptoms). However, the first time I took it was amazing. My ability to concentrate was unbelieveable! I felt a strong sense of motivation/confidence in what I had produced. Sadly this was limited and the positive effects began to deteriorate as time progressed. I will never forget the first period though, it was liberating"


"The worst colon prep I have used. It caused bloating, slight nausea, growling stomach, and stomach cramps. I lived in the bathroom.  Never ending. Taking one bottle and having to consume about 42 oz of water within one hour AND THEN having to repeat the process six hours later."


"On this medication for one year now. Have had several Atrial Fibrillation episodes, with longest duration 17 days, all with self conversion. Previously on sotalol and digoxin. Ablation probably in the not too distant future, but not looking forward to it. Have severe sleep apnea and all episodes but one triggered during sleep."


"Complex Ptsd, extreme anxiety,border line personality disorder,insomnia,social phobia and fear fear fear over nothing! Valium once a day for 4yrs. Last 2months have been extreme anxiety valium not working as good just had a clonidine i feel great. My neck n shoulders feel like new. No straining. My eye tension is gone so my headache is gone too. So far so good. Very happy."


"I have prostate cancer. The doctor prescribed Avodart and my PSA went from 10.6 to 2.1 in two weeks."


"I'm 30 yrs old and just started Axiron 3 days ago. Already seeing positive results. Mood has gotten much much better, increase in libido and better erections. Hope all stays this way and its not just my mind playing tricks on me. T levels prior to use were 267. Hope it goes up from here!! Will post again when I get my levels checked again. "


"Chronic excruciating back pain, given Ketorolac 10mg ever 4 hours.  Have taken two so far and it hasn't helped at all.  Really disappointed as I haven't been sleeping, I'm suffering and Advil works better than this!"


"40 year old female. 5 foot 6. 168 pounds. Started taking first, lower dosage of Qsymia on 7/14/17 after putting on 28 pounds due to antidepressant use and not being able to get the weight off no matter what I tried. (I swear it killed my metabolism.) Frustrated, I asked my doctor to try this.

On 7/28/17 I bumped up to the higher dose. Been on that for nearly two weeks.

It's now 8/10/17 and I'm at 159.9. I am fairly active. I run at least two miles each day, more if my schedule allows. I count calories. I'm ok with the results because nothing was happening before.

I'm not obese, but I've always weighed the same until the Prozac so I'm upset and I want my normal weight back (140). This seems to be helping. I'll report back after 3 months"


"I had my first shots on 1-21-16 OMG did it hurt so bad lots of pressure but I got through it I felt  amazing after couple hrs  so glad to rid of that pain and ouch!  I had second shots week later in both knees it was less pain this time  went great.  On Feb 9 I had my last shots  no pain  my knees feel great still on feb 17 :)   I'm glad I did these series of euflexxa shots ! I couldn't even walk now wow I'm good hope they last long time;)"


"The XR seams better than the traditional form used in the 80s that resulted in sodium depletion.  This form causes twitching, sporadic and  rapidly occurring tremors that make sleeping difficult, increased urination frequency, some minor dizziness at first, and possibly elevated skin sensitivity to sunlight."


"The BEST medication for controlling my cough due to recurring and sometimes chronic bronchitis. I have never had any side effects whatsoever. I just stop coughing."


"This drug saved my life."


"I used to use Oxy 80's up to 3 per day and I was a druggy for 12 years. Suboxone saved my life for sure."


"I was really over-weight when younger at 185 pounds. I dropped down to 140 pounds on my own with working out and eating healthy. At 26 years I went up recently to about 150 lbs and could not lose the weight again. I started taking phentermine 30mg on 2/10/09 and have already lost 10 lbs. First I thought it might be excess water weight. Either way it really helps you think about what you are eating and how much. You get full faster too. Clothes fit better already. I have a hard time sleeping as it is, but I don't think the pill made it worse, just get really thirsty and dry mouth, however, at least drinking a lot of water is good for you. I didn't get the high energy everyone is talking about, but my sister did."


"I've been on this birth control for 2 weeks and feel normal. No mood swings, no breakthrough bleeding, no depression or breakouts. However I have had some headaches and am pretty much hungry all the time but that's about it. I guess everyone is different, hopefully the symptoms don't change or get worse."


"I just had my third bout of persistent hiccups in my life. The first two times I passed on using this drug nearly 9 and 12 years ago. They eventually went away on their own, but this time it was 6 days straight with a hiccup on every inhale and one for exhale, followed by some clusters put together. I took my first dose at bedtime and hiccuped to sleep, and the following morning my hiccups were almost gone. Three more doses that day and all I had were small hiccups once every two hours. Day three all gone. No side effects, thank God! I will take it again if I am ever in the same spot."


"I have to agree with the other reviewer who described less aggressiveness when taking Tramadol. I was originally prescribed this for back pain, but have come to desire it more for its mood altering capabilities. It's stated that this product has a "very weak but rapidly acting serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor." I've noticed that I no longer throw tantrums and that I'm in general a much calmer individual. I do however wonder what the price is in the long run in terms of dependency."


"I had never heard of this medicine when I was put on it following a minor surgery.  It controlled my pain better than any other pain medicine that I have taken in the past."


"For me, Victoza was a life-changing drug. For decades, I struggled with unexplained hunger and weight gain. I had every possible test done. Finally, after tests showed a slightly elevated A1c, I suggested to my doctor we try Victoza. And it worked. Yes, there was nausea. But the medication actually worked BETTER the longer I was on it. I attribute this to loss of appetite, (after several months, I no longer experienced the raging hunger I once did). I admit that nausea continues to be a problem (and the only side effect), so I’ll try decreasing Victoza to 1.2, then .6 if that doesn’t work. Despite the nausea, the drug has been well-worth it for me. I finally feel like myself again. I guess what I’m saying is, “Don’t lose hope!”"


"Finally, finally, finally! I was originally given this for COPD and asthma so you might be wondering why I am writing this under allergic rhinitis. 24 hours after the first dose and ever since, my nose and sinuses are clear for the first time in literally my entire adolescent and adult life. I can sleep, breathe, and it has greatly helped asthma! Not a single side effect to be found."


"Took Remeron/mirtazapine few years ago for about one week & gained about 15 (unwanted pounds). I just ate and slept so I stopped after a week! Was taking it first thing in the morning at the time but this doc said take at night. I need the appetite stimulation now so I'm prescribed it again. Don't know if I could handle the ravenous, uncontrollable appetite it gives though and don't remember the effect on my depression as I was too consumed with eating. "


"I used this for about 6 months 100mg.  Then increased to 300mg.  A month later I got the side effect of balanitis (irritation on the tip of the penis)   This stuff is terrible, and will never think about using it again.  Horrible experience."


"My experience wasn't the greatest it did was it was suppose to (not get pregnant)

But my periods would be for a month and then have a couple day break. I gained 24 lbs. Yeah not good. My hormones were ALL messed up. I used to have clear skin not oily no blackheads nothing and I get more and more acne. I would NOT recommend this."


"I have been REALLY skeptical of birth control as a whole for several years. When my cramps got to the point of being completely debilitating, however, I decided it was time to start my first trial with birth control.  Through a recommendation, I started Lutera.  So far, the only side effect I've experienced is minor soreness in my breasts, and they've actually gotten significantly larger- kid you not, B to a small D.  No weight gain, and less of an appetite, actually. (I'm 5'2" 110 lbs.). So far, I'm happy with the pill. Fingers crossed!"


"I am 40 yrs old, and I have had Mirena just 2 months shy of 5 years before having it removed. I experienced some cramping when it was inserted and a few days after. Post removal, I had very minor cramping, but nothing that required medication. I have had no to very light periods the entire time. I still weigh within 5 pounds of what I weighed when I got it. No mood swings, no anxiety, no depression. This is the best birth control that I've had. Previously I was on Depo for 12 years and the pill before that. Everyone's body chemistry is different, therefore, the negative experiences may not be yours. If you are hesitant, I would try Depo Provera first as my experience with both have been very similar."


"I previously wrote a review but need to update. My skyla ended up dropping into my cervix where I could feel it. I didn't have pain or bleeding but I could feel it on my self examinations at home. I got it replaced today and took cyetec to soften my cervix 2 hours before. Last time, it was tolerable pain. This time, it was SO painful!! I got shakey, hot, dizzy and felt like throwing up. The pain made me jerk away from the doctor and clench every muscle in my body. Removal of my first one just felt weird and non painful. Mild cramping. They had me take 800mg of ibuprofen before I left. Thankfully it only needs to be done every 3 years!"


"Ladies, I feel so much shame for this but I feel like I have to tell my story because it might help calm some nerves. I had unprotected sex when I was so drunk that I couldn't remember if he came inside of me or what, so the next day (about 12 hours after) I went out and grabbed a version of the day after pill called "take action". In the weeks after I felt all sorts of pregnancy symptoms. See this is why I feel so much shame; I got pregnant when I was a teen and had an abortion. You'd think I would have learned my lesson. Anyway so I know what it feels like to be pregnant. Breast tenderness, nausea, cramping. And then a day before I got my period I had some spotting, which really freaked me out. Mother Nature came the next day"


"It has really helped me right at the most important time to calm down and not bother with severe drinking."


"My first month using the patch I experienced cramping and had my period for about 2 weeks straight. Now it has been 10 months and all is normal, my periods are much ligther than they used to be. I still have cramps the first 2 days but advil helps that.  I love that it is only once a week I have to remember to replace the patch.

The two things that I don't like about the patch are that it does tend to slide around like a bandaid which can be annoying and secondly I feel it has made me gain some weight (bloating). I have not tried any other birth controls. I am still on the patch mainly because it has helped so much with my periods."


"I have been using Singulair for three weeks. I feel much better and no side effects. I wish I had been on this the last three years."


"I was optimistic when starting this medication for uncontrollable anxiety. I have previously tried Lexapro and Zoloft with success and haven't needed any medication for several years. I had a horrible experience with Celexa even at only 10mg. After my first dose I immediately felt bad. I dreaded taking it every night due to the body twitching and anxiety producing effects I felt within 45 min of the dose. Eventually I was having anxiety attacks everyday as well as feeling generally anxious all day. I had to discontinue it after 1 week due to the worst panic attack I've ever had. The withdrawal effects were horrendous, too--flu like."


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


"I've been using it for 5 days. I think it's a VERY strong medication.  It hurts, it burns, and it's very really irritating.  It has made my pores very small, my pimples are almost gone, but I called my dermatologist because of how it was feeling and she told me if it starts to feel very irritating only use it once in awhile. But the irritation seems to be going down, but it's still RED!"


"i was given this medicine due to a severe inner ear infection. I also took this drug several times before due to bad flu and fever and sinus. It works, but not immediately, the taste in the mouth it leaves is bearable but very very bad, and dizziness i feel after half an hour of swallowing the given those of the doctor depending to what i am doing. Side effects i have are always different and not always the same."


"Just hitting one month on Accutane. Don't forget, this is a review for Rosacea, not Acne. I gave it a 9/10 for acne and on Rosacea I will give it an 8/10 so far. I will update the review over time. I was so hesitant to try Accutane with the horror stories, but you have to remember it is for less than 1% of the people that take it. I struggled with depression and have had ZERO depression episodes. Dry eyes and dry lips. Hair thinning a bit, but am not losing any whatsoever. Vivid dreams. That is all. Only had two headaches (minor). This and CeraVe Cleanser   CeraVe Moisturizer has made my rosacea go COMPLETELY away. The redness on my face is gone. It is amazing to me. Good luck to all who go down the Accutane road! Everyone is different."


"I am 18 and the last year I have been developing ovarian cysts. Pretty painful periods were an everyday thing for me but a week ago it got worse with my period. I was on the 4th day and I was still bleeding a lot. My mother decided we should go to the gyno and I had an ovarian cysts again around 4cm!! Since a pill I had used once that helped shrink the cysts  discontinued I had to begin taking birth control pills. I started yasmin 4 days ago and my breasts feel stiff and today m y eyes are kinda swollen but in general nothing worse considering dangerous. Those pills do affect your hormones and body you can't expect amazing results without a drawback or two. I will be taking Yasmin for a month around, will update soon."


"This drug has improved my quality of life immensely. I don't know what I would do without it. "


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"I never had any weird side effects with this pill. It did what it was supposed to do, and I have no complaints! Would recommend!"


"Female, 48, healthy, runner, probably half a stone overweight, but not much. I had high blood pressure (148/98) for a couple of weeks, initial visit to doctor was for muscle aches, headaches - blood tests revealed very low Vitamin D, so was given Vitamin D 6 month program and Naproxin NSAIDs for pains, then 2 weeks later Ramipril 1.25, and told to stop the NSAIDs .  My BP was down to 138/86 straight away - but I constantly feel like I am having a panic attack, my heart feels too heavy and feels fluttery?  .... My muscular pains are all back, headaches, a small cough, dryness and feeling tonsils are feeling fat... Weird.  Glad I found this site, I think the doctor was too quick to prescribe!  Going for a second opinion."


"Been on Lexapro for quite a few years now. It helped me a great deal, my anxiety was out of control. I now lead a pretty normal life now. I would have been sent to the loony bin if it wasn't for Lexapro."


"Taking his medication has been one of the best decisions I've made in my life thus far. If you are suffering from depression & anxiety then just give it a go because well life is just too dam short!"


"If I could give the Pro Air HFA inhaler a zero rating I would. They are very expensive and clog after just a few puffs so your money is down the drain. I have a whole drawer full of them still mostly full but clogged. I have tried rinsing the holder with hot water and letting them dry completely (even used a blow dryer) and they will work for a few more puffs then clog again. My insurance limits on which albuterol inhaler I am allowed to get and Express Scripts pushes the Pro Air HFA. I am sure it is because we have to keep ordering to replace clogged ones."


"I've had insomnia for 2 years now. I think I've been on every prescribed and otc meds out there. I was frustrated. Until I asked about elavil and it was a god send. The only side effect I noticed was constipation. Maybe increase in appetite too."


"I used this medication a few times to treat a urinary tract infections and two times I experienced severe allergic reactions where I had hives on my tongue, neck and face, and they left scars. Be careful."


"The first six weeks were hell.  Increased anxiety so severe I lost seventeen pounds. I'm now five months in and have never felt better.  I'm on 20 mg  of lexapro once daily 20mg of Buspirone twice daily.  .5 mg of Clonazepam to be taken once daily if needed, I rarely need it.  I would suggest trying a physician that will prescribe a low dosage of Clonazepam from the start, it would have saved me a great deal of suffering .  Clonazepam is addictive so most doctors hesitate to prescribe it straight out of the box.  Good luck and stick with it."


"I have headaches everyday. I get them in the morning and vomiting is first thing. Imitrex injections clear them right up."


"MAKE SURE YOUR DOCTOR  TITRATES THE DRUG AND DOES NOT START YOU  ON A HIGH DOSE.

The 1 grade should be for my Dr. Not the medication. I am a female about 105lbs. My Dr. started me on 800mg without titration for possible seizures. After 2 days I was so sick and dizzy and my head / ears were
was buzzing like crazy.  I had non stop vomiting, ringing in my ears and severe  indescribable dizziness. I ended up going to the ER.  I am  sticking to lamictal and found a new Doctor."


"I'm male, 52, and have been a diabetic for 11years. For eight of those years I was prescribed glipizide, and it worked very well for me in keeping my glucose levels under control. The only adverse side effect that I experienced was sensitivity to the sun and to my computer screen. Sunscreen lotion with SPF 30 protection solved that problem. A new PCP tried to switch me to metformin, but I was intolerant to that medicine (bloating and diarrhea)."


"I was prescribed Bactrim for a very painful UTI that I could not flush out naturally with water and cranberry. My UTI pain subsided after about 5 hours of the first dose of Bactrim which is great. However, the side effects are not so pleasant. I have had chills, mild diarrhea, vivid nightmares/dreams and extreme migraines. I am on day 3 of a 7 day prescription, but I am contemplating stopping after day 4 or 5 if the side effects continue. The side effects are still not as bad as the UTI pain!"


"I (78 y.o. male) was diagnosed with NSCLC in March 2011 and in late May I started taking Iressa as a first line of treatment. For the first five months my only side effect was a mild rash. I then had swollen gums and stomach acid.  Both quickly responded to antibiotics. 75 days between the March and May CT scans the tumor increased by 86% (from 4.9 x 4 cms).  50 days later in July, after taking Iressa, the CT scan revealed an 83% reduction.  From March to July it reduced by 69% and in December, although subtle, there has been further reduction."


"Was using Mirapex Er .75 1x day for several months with no problems/issues.  Insurance company decided that it would no longer cover the brand name Mirapex ER - so I was switched to the generic.  I took my regular dose before going to bed... and woke up a few hours later in stark terror thinking that the kid from the Omen movie standing beside my bed.  I had to get up and turn every light in the house on and watch TV - trying to not let the paranoia get the best of me. About 3am it was like a switch was flipped and everything returned to normal - I turned off all the lights and went back to bed.  I am unable to take this generic."


"I've only been on it for a week, but before taking the medicine, I was up at least 3 times per night changing clothes due to being drenched from night sweats (very disruptive to sleep patterns). Since starting this medicine I have not had one episode of night sweats!  Hope it last, it will be a life changer if it does!"


"I have been prescribed a course for 4 days of this antibiotic. Took 3 doses yesterday and felt a little off but manageable. However, today I have felt horrendous. Dizzy to the point of nearly passing out. Hot and cold chills. So tired it's untrue and general scariness to go to sleep because if feeling so bad. Awful medication."


"One thing that bothers me is people saying they gained weight. Some people experiencing weight gain can blame the pill, but for a vast majority its because at 18-23 your metabolism slows, and no matter how you eat or exersize you will gain weight and that's usually the blame factor. I just started this pill today. I get it free from planned parenthood! Yipee! It is the first pill that hasn't made me vomit all day long which was wonderful to get. I had a super high estrogen pill that was the only one that didn't give me nausea but it gave terrible headaches and made me act out and be cranky. After just one day of this pill, I feel like my old happy self again. I wish I tried this one sooner!"


"Good - in combination with gabapentin and hydrocodone for neuropathic pain."


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"I had been using Gildess for a year when the pharmacy gave me Blisovi as a replacement without any explanation. I only had a spotty period for the first month. The 2nd week of the 2nd month I quickly started to retain water like I had never done before in my life! I gained 15 pounds in a week. Breast tenderness, swollen fingers and toes, with limited urination. I work out 6 days a week and I could not work up a sweat even after 1 hour of cardio. My body was definitely in water retention mode. I called my doctor who had not heard about the Gildess recall. I am grateful for finding this website and all of your posts here so that I didn't feel like I was going crazy! Can we contact the Pharma. Co?"


"I love taking Cymbalta for my depression but because of the high cost of it even with Insurance I am weaning myself off of it. I've noticed that since I am not taking it as often my pain is going away. I know this medication is supposed to help with pain but it has actually caused me lower back and hip pain since day 1."


"I started taking sertraline last night for severe depression and anxiety. I can honestly say that within 1 hour of taking it I felt a little better (anxiety had gone) and my mood lifted albeit slightly, today I feel slightly nauseous  and a little anxious. Just praying that it works on me as it has on others I've read on here. Tried pretty much everything else so we'll see, first signs are good."


"This has been a miracle drug for me. Ive been on everything, and this drug is like no other. I could care less about the significant weight gain. Im dealing with will power challenges when it comes to food.Zyprexa allows me a LIFE."


"The smell is deceiving, it smells sweet and fruity NOT!!.  It is just one of the nastiest things I've ever put in my month.   Although I did chase it with gatarade which seemed to wash away suprep after taste.    The diarrhea wasn't any thing I  haven't had before.  This is my second colonoscopy.   Was more worried about the prep that the procedure.   The lemon lime stuff I drank the first time was way better tasting.  If you have a weak stomach ask for something else."


"Where do I start? No sex drive, horrible attitude towards EVERYTHING, anxious, horrible cramps. I was on the pill for almost a year I felt fine but I wasn't always on time about taking it so I switched over to the implanon. For 10 months I got my period non stop. For some weeks it would be a light period, but still a period. Then for another month or so I would get heavy heavy periods with cramps that made it so hard to get up from bed. Which I had never experienced!!! I was so hard for me to want to have sex. I don't recommend this AT ALL and to top it off my Dr. didn't want me to get off it. Saying they could just give me ANOTHER HORMORNAL PILL to stop the bleeding. HECK NO!!"


"I use the 0.1% stronger version of fluocinonide and it works like a charm every time, and in just a few days!  No side effects, no problems at all, it works so well I can see it getting better day after day.  Highly reccomend!"


"I have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and I have tried A LOT of different birth control.  I used this particular formulation for about a year.  Unlike the others, I did not bleed through this one.  I did however cry at everything!  I cried when I saw cute kids playing, when Kelso did cute things for Jackie on That 70's Show, and when I got good grades on tests. Everything made me cry.  Also, my breasts were tender all the time, and I never wanted sex, but that has been the case for all 7 years of birth control.   I did not notice any substantial weight gain."


"I noticed my memory was very much affected on Xanax.  This is the quickest working benzo in my opinion, but does not last long.  Also, the withdrawals from Xanax were more severe than the withdrawals from the other benzos I've been on.  It works great for some people, but not so much for me."


"Lexapro is a lifesaver. Do not worry about the negative reviews, and keep in mind that the majority of them have been written by people who got off after days or a few weeks. Anxiety got a lot worse in the beginning. When it does, you get scared. Scared that the pills won't work. Scared that it will be like this for ever. But it DOES get better. For me, it really took a long time. I felt a very gradual improvement every week, and after about 3 months my anxiety was practically gone. I feel like a new person - it is amazing that a pill is able to do this. And for any emetophobics reading this: It helps against that fear as well. I didn't experience any nausea, but kept Reglan just in case. Sex drive lower, but able to orgasm. Life is good."


"Made me irritable."


"750 mg for 7 days home health and approx four days of hospitalization on levaquin. Drug is given once a day via IV. I am severely itchy at this point, not much is helping. Some temporary quick fixes with dr. Teals body oil. Last dose tomorrow, I feel weak, tired and have have the occasional muscle spasms accompiened by a nasty rash all over my legs, arms and stomach. It feels awful. I am ready to get off the meds tomorrow and hopefully the sleep insomnia will subside along with the muscle spasms."


"Lolo seemed to work fine for me for the first couple months. I was a bit more emotional than usual but wrote it off as stress and it is hard to tell if anything was caused by the pill. It is important to note that I was pretty inactive at the time aside from some walking. However, upon beginning a new workout regime I began to experience horrible cramping, similar to period cramping, and breakthrough bleeding. This was halfway through my third pill pack. I believe something about the heavy exercise prompted it, as it does with my period. In an unrelated incident, I hurt my knee pretty badly, and have taken a few days off working out. The cramps remain and are horrible. I wonder if something else is wrong with me. I want this to end."


"Flagyl took away all of my energy for 23 hours each day for the first few days. I could not even watch TV. I had almost constant stomach pain. Additional stomach pain at bowel movements. I did a lot of sleeping every day. I also had a headache. I have been off Flagyl for 11 days now and I still have some stomach pain."


"I first decided on Mirena because I was terrible with take my pills on time. I was in nursing school and with my schedule all over the place I was non-compliant. I finally decided on Mirena even though I had read some horrifying reviews. On the day of insertion I had mild pain, similar to PMS. I took 800mg of ibuprofen and felt just fine. I had light spotting for 2-3 days after. Just enough for a liner, not a pad. It has been 2 years now and I absolutely love it. My boyfriend has never complained of feeling the strings. I have had some "pressure" during intercorse but nothing unbearable. I definitely recommend this, just remember, there is no protection against STI's, so get tested! Hope this help!"


"I've been on Cymbalta/30mg for 1 week. Strong diarrhea first night, missed work the next day. Since then little trouble sleeping, napping on my days off. I work 12 hr shifts on my feet on a cement floor. I lost the feeling in my toes almost a year ago. Dealt with the hot coals burning on the bottom of my feet also. In such a short length of time I have had some relief in the burning of my soles and with the back pain. Hoping for continued improvement"


"I have been on Belviq for 4 days now and I have not lost any weight yet, but I do notice a huge difference when I sit down to eat. I am so much fuller even after the 3rd bite. My cravings during work hours have gone away, and I am able to go almost all day without pigging out. Mcdonalds is walking distance from my work as well. I am 5'6 and 188 LBS. I will keep yall updated."


"I have been on Gleevec for about 5 1/2 years.  It has completely controlled my CML; my oncologist says that there isn't any sign of cancer now.  I have had complete remission.  I had just about all side effects the first month I was on this medicine, but they all stopped.  This is truly my miracle drug, a gift from GOD.  I recently had my quarterly check up, and my doctor told me there had been follow up studies done, and the people that came off Gleevec, had the CML return, so I guess that means you're on it for life.  The only downside is the cost, but thank God for my job and insurance, because it is covered.  I guess other than that it is no different than taking insulin for life, except the cost."


"OMG - I have been on levrothyroxine for 10 years and felt terrible - no memory, mental fog everyday.  My doctor finally suggested trying liothronine in conjunction with the levro.  I haven't felt this good in years.  No more mental fog and feeling like my old self"


"Took my first dose Mucinex D at 1030am yesterday took a small nap around 1230 for about half hour and have been awake since its now 8am the next day, yes I finally feel relief in my sinuses, I no longer look like a puffy faced Darth Vader sounded and its cleaning up a ton of congestion but sleeping is not in my favor.. ugh but I'm glad it's clearing things up for me.. just need some sleep"


"I was prescribed 4mg of Toviaz after Detrol LA (didn't work) and Vesicare (didn't work-increased dosage made me extremely tired). It seemed to work great at first. I was able to get 4-5 hours of sleep in a row without waking. However, the effects diminished around the 7-8 week mark, especially at night. I even changed my diet and followed the "Your Way" plan. I'm trying the 8mg dosage today. I do like how Pfizer gives you a discount card. I pay only $5 out-of-pocket a month."


"Got my skyla inserted today at 3:30. Insertion was a nightmare my uterus kept moving so she has to keep repositioning, so it took longer then expected. Have had the worst cramps of my life since, 2 Vicodin haven't done anything. Really hoping to not regret this decision, I don't want to go back to my depo injections and their weight gain."


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


"I'm new to anxiety,  having to recover from leg surgerys for long periods of time without getting out of my room much, I had my first anxiety /panic attack after 8 weeks in bed. After a trip to the hospital, I was then placed on valium, many times per day at the beginning but just a few months later  I use them as needed. Maybe 2 per day. I have another surgery coming up and will be down again for only 8 weeks total. But this time I have prepared for more visitors as well as I will be mobile soon after surgery. I'm keeping my valium for now and hoping to get away from them during my physical therapy."


"I started on Adipex-P 37.5mg on September 27, 2010 and had my follow up appointment today October 25, 2010  I lost 15 pounds in 1 month.  My doctor said that was great.  The only side effect I have is dry mouth.  For me it totally cuts out my appetite, I don't crave any sweets ( my weakness )  I cut out sugar and salt all together, and I used Slim Fast for the times I didn't have time to make something.  I ate more fruits and veggies.  I also completely stayed away from soda.  I don't have any problems sleeping.  When you are on Adipex you have to be seen by your doctor each month, the maximum time allowed on Adipex is 3 months.  Because of the risk of becoming addicted and other health risk that could develop.  After a few months you can get back on them, if so desired.   Because your only can be on Apidex 3 months at a time, the challenge will be keeping the weight off after.  I know for me it's like it puts a block on all my bad snacking and cuts out all my cravings.  I don't have any hunger pains what so ever, at times I have to force myself to eat something, even just drink a Slim Fast."


"I was recently switched over to tivacay and devoscy. I had been taking truvada, reyataz and norvir for over 10 years with no problems or resistance. It hasn't even been a month and I have formed a large mass on the back of my neck. It is causing strain in my shoulders and is very uncomfortable when turning my head. I am young and I know this sounds petty but it is very unattractive. my doctor switched me with concerns of kidney problems from truvada. Well this new regimen can cause liver problems. I want to go back to my old medicine"


"Started of the 5mg Brintellix,  I usually have low blood pressure,   but noticed at first the headache and decided to monitor my blood pressure after taking the med.  Usually the headache started about 3 hours after taking it.   I took my blood pressure just to check and my BP was high  142/ 88.   My norm is 108/70, that is regularly.  I don't think I am going to be able to tolerate the discomfort it gives me with the headache and high BP,  no nausea.   I like the fact the food cravings I got on other meds is not a factor with this.  I was on Lexapro low dose for about 7 years,  but it I started to have tremors when I discontinued no tremors,  but depression and SAD returned,  so we tried Brintellix,  may have to try something else."


"I used my first Sumavel Dosepro last night. I woke up about 11pm with a splitting migraine. My migraines last between 12 to 16 hours. I took the shot and within ten minutes the headache was gone! I don't mean dulled, I mean gone! This was a MIRACLE in my book. The injection was a little painful. I'm good with that! Finally, quick relief for my migraines which have plagued me for over 43 years!"


"I have firstly severe seasonal allergies, and I purchased Zyrtec in hopes that it would be superior to Allegra.  The allergy symptoms improved slightly, but the fatigue was terrible.  It was so bad that I thought I was coming down with the flu.  I slept for five hours straight in the middle of the day after my second dose.  This is not acceptable."


"I am so happy today because I was pregnant and it was 50/50 either my baby can also have it. I'm on my seventh month but with the help of my therapy I took the medicine seriously and now I have my baby and he is negative and I look good too. If I don't tell you am sick with HIV you will never know."


"I have been taking this for 10 years and although my cholesterol numbers are good, I'm constantly fatigued. I take a handful of other medications as the result of a heart attack that left no permanent damage to my heart. Sometimes I wonder if the side effects of a lot of these medications is worth the benefit. Plus, Zetia is expensive."


"This works and I mean immediately. I have found no other medicine that works as well."


"Horrible!!! Please don't use this product!! Severe itching burning and swelling!! Felt like I was going to die! This should be taken off the shelves"


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"been on it for a couple weeks and after switching from one at nite and one during the day to one in the am and 1 in the pm (25mg), im doing much better, i seem to peter out near the time of my next dose but maybe i need to adjust a bit--25mg seems low after reading others dosages. been able to keep up w housework without feeling overwhealmed, i have more energy and more patience. Side effects=food tastes yucky, expecially my beloved sodas and rockstar energy drinks. Im loosing too much weight (Ive always struggled w being too skinny). But i feel better than i can ever remember feeling in 20yrs. i hope it continues, the side effects are worth it."


"42 year old female.  1 month ago I got went to urgent care for UTI.  I was given Cipro.  The burning never went away.  I finished all the antibiotics and say by Gyn.  Had another urine test along with a Pap.  All were normal.

This entire week I felt bad.  Extremely tired, shakey, weak, irritable and of course the burning that never stopped.  Went to urgent care tonight.    I saw a young male physicians assistant.   He suggested a rocephin shot.  It hurt like heck but 3 hours after the shot, it's like I'm healed instantly.   My whole body feels 100%better.  I think the burning is finally gone.  I hope I feel this great tomorrow.  It's been one miserable month."


"When I got my period at 12 I was getting it 2 times a month for 7 days each. Literally half of my life I was on my period.  Then I was on a pill that was good ( Tilia Fe) and got my period regularly for 5 days at a time. Then my doctor told me about this pill and that her entire staff used it because they either got their period for 2 days or not at all. I was sold!!! And I'm still sold after a solid year on it. NO weight gain, NO cramps, NO mood swings, and I get my period for 1-2 days max!!!!! It's a miracle pill for me- I'm so sad to read such negative reviews about minastrin 24;(  it's funny how pills are so different for people)! YAZ made me completely insane- it is very expensive though at $54 - I would pay a million$ I LOVE IT!!!!!"


"Here's one for the younger generation out there. 25 years old and healthy. My inability to perform was always present in my life. Part of it was anxiety no doubt, especially with a new girlfriend who wanted sex on a regular basis. Getting an erection was difficult, and maintaining it was even more challenging. I gathered up enough courage to talk to my doctor about it. He have me Cialis samples. AMAZING!! Rock hard so quickly, maintaining no problem, lasts over 2 days! What a miracle, no more issues in the bedroom, takes a load off my mind and the best sex I've ever had. I give it a 9 instead of 10 because it is expensive, insurance only covers 6 pills a month. "


"3/1/17-Started taking 50mg Topiramate at around 10PM cuz it makes me drowsy and a calcium supplement to relieve the tingly in my hands and feet (called ProCal) 30mg Phentermine caps in the morning after breakfast (to prevent jitters eat before taking Phentermine) starting weight 189.5 age 26
3/19/17-weight 175. Pros-no exercise needed. No diet needed. Does curb your appetite away from sweet food. I eat fairly healthy anyways. Cons- tingling was unbearable until I started taking the calcium supplements. Increase fiber-possible constipation. Tips- drink a lot of water. I drank almost 3 Liters of water before taking pills and while taking. Sometimes I flavor with Mio or Lemon. Don't want kidney stones. Goal is to lose 50lbs by Sept"


"I just started today. I weigh about 240lbs and need to lose about 100lbs, about 20 lbs at a time so it might take me awhile. I have taken phentermine in the past and lost about 15-25lbs. I want to lose it again."


"Works exceptionally well on body and scalp. The only problem is it is outrageously expensive. I had to go with the generic form."


"I took .5mg ativan 2 times a day for 14 days.  I noticed I wasn't getting the same anti anxiety effect so I decided to stop taking it.  I figured it had only been 2 weeks so stopping should not have been a problem.  I then proceeded into 11 days of HELL.  The first 2 days were not to bad  but every day progressively got worse.  The Insomnia was the worst.  I got to the point where I would dread the night.  And then the night mares started.  They were horribly dark. I thought I was going to die.  I finally would take .5mg every other or every third night just to get some sleep.  It took me months to find a doctor who understood how to get off the Ativan.  I'm now on a 2 1/2% taper (40 weeks) I'm on week 9, Not fun.  DO NOT TAKE IT"


"When reading reviews for this birth control I was a bit taken back from all of the negative comments and side effects that some women were having. I decided to just go ahead and give it a try, because yes it causes different women different symptoms. I haven't had a single complaint from this birth control. I have actually lost all of my usual food craving, which has caused me to lose a couple pounds, (which I needed). It hasn't caused me to have random mood swings or irregular bleeding either. I say to all of the women looking at these reviews, I say go ahead and give it a try because it does work different for everyone! You never know until you try."


"I have tried: Toporol XL, Coreg & Diovan all of these controlled my Blood pressure. But all had more side effects
than I thought was reasonable. When I started Micardis
I had some dizziness the first week. I now feel the best
I have felt since starting blood pressure medication. My
pressure is now 125-130/70-80."


"I suffered from depression caused by many different things. Before this medicine, I had hit the point where I was horrible.  My marriage was about to end, it was so bad.  The first day, I took one as soon as I picked it up. Within a few hours I was happier.  I had more patience and that horrible ball of tension across my shoulders was gone for the first time in months.  I was nauseated, and dizzy.  I am now on day three, I notice I am handling stressful things better, and am in general happier.  The dizziness has abated, diarrhea, and nausea are still there, and I am sweating way more.  That is worth it though, to save my marriage, and feel this happy again."


"I have the iud for about 4 or 5 months now and at first everything was good. I had a little spotting the first week then I didn't have a period until about 2 weeks ago in (February 2016). Oddly enough I have not stopped spotting since the actual period ended (after 5 days). It's ruining my sex life so I am not sure I want to keep it in. The spotting stops for a couple days if that and the starts up again it's brownish pink and is never really heavy but enough for me to notice. It sucks cause I paid 425$ out of my own pocket for this. It was a huge expence."


"Terrible packaging and not effective.  Cut my finger...Maybe the company should be investigating the results and packaging if their product before they end up with a class action law suit."


"I started taking Doxepin for depression and insomnia. It seems to work good for both. I have not experienced any side effects so far.I  had been taking Zoloft for depression and felt like a robot, no feelings at all. I take 2, 10mg at night about an hour before I'm ready to go to sleep. If I don't go to sleep, I take 1 more. So far I'm happy with the medicine as it works for depression and insomnia."


"When I first started on Apri, it made me nauseous in the mornings. That went away, but around the third month of use, I got really depressed moods for no particular reason and had random bouts of crying. That went away when I stopped taking it. It worked for its intended purposes, but it wasn't right for me."


"The only thing finally found without too much acetaminophen that doesn't upset stomach and helps the pain."


"I started my treatment two weeks ago. The first three days I could not sleep and I had diarrhea. Now, I have so much energy and the side affects are gone. I am so happy to be on this medicine."


"I decided to give this pill a try and I honestly HATE it. I have been on it for 10 months and the only thing that was nice AT FIRST was not having a period. My periods stopped once I started taking the pill and I haven't had one since. I used to breakout a lot a few years ago but once I got my first bc pill which was a combined pill I almost never broke out. Since I've been on Lyza I don't think I have gone more than 1-2 days at a time without breaking out. I'll finally get it cleared up for one day and then boom the next day painful zits pop up. I've had enough and I can't wait to get off this pill and go back to a combined pill."


"Got my IUD on February 21. Not gonna lie, probably the worst pain I have ever experienced. Being young and never have had a child impacted the pain. While it was painful, I would do it over and over again. The cramps and minor bleeding lasted for about 1.5 months. It was annoying and uncomfortable but Tylenol helped along with a heating pad. Sex hasn't been uncomfortable for myself or my partner. I also have not had a period since getting my IUD. One negative effect is the acne. I have had clear skin my entire life. Now, I have minor acne on my face. Overall, it is worth it. Although it took some adjusting, not having to remember a pill or worry about being pregnant is a great relief."


"This pill worked very well for me. I have been taking it for over 2 years for my horrible menstrual cramps and I love it. I am a very petite 95 pound, 19 year old girl and this has not caused any side effects for me at all. I had no weight gain although I went from a B cup to a C cup, but that I didn't mind. Overall, very good birth control, definitely would recommend it."


"As this viral stomach bug tore thru me and all my kids it presented excruciating stomach pains I was prescribed zofran for myself after puking and going diahrea for 8 hrs back to back with no relief it worked like a miracle....as this bug started on each kid I let them puke 6 times to get the virus out, once they were consistently dry heaving I gave one tablet (4mg) which is recommended for  2 to 12 yr. Olds thank god it allowed the stomach contractions to subside and they fell asleep!!!!! However would not use on kids 4 and under with out consulting an md"


"I was given Reglan via IV and mouth just prior to both of my c-sections.  On both occasions, within minutes I was very anxious.  On the operating table I had an anxiety attack and was begging for someone to help me.  Everyone just thought I was freaking out because it was a c-section.  I thought I had gone crazy.  It ruined both of my childbirth experiences because I didn't care about the birth - all I wanted was to crawl out of my skin and disappear so I could get away from the awful panic and anxiety.  Although I was physically present for the birth, mentally and emotionally I had checked out.  "


"bad"


"I've always had bad asthma as a kid. I was constantly had to be put on steroids. My Dr did an IgE test and mine were over 1,500 (less than 100 is normal) I was put on Nucala for 5 months. At the time of the first injection my lung function was at 86% at the time of the fifth injection I was at around 35%. While on this drug I felt so sick! Back pain, head ache, nausea, fatigue. I felt like I had the flu everyday! We decided to stop the drug. (I am still looking for a new treatment option)"


"I have been on Zoloft for 2 months I don't have anxiety like I used to."


"Have been getting migraines for ten yrs or more. Migraines run in my family. This medication is the only one I have found that gets rid of the migraine to where you can be functional."


"Add on to 30mg mirtazapine. Cymbalta taken in morning. 1st day: diarrhea, very stoned feeling all day, slightly more anxious. 2nd day: slightly more depressed and anxious, a little less stoned feeling, slight constipation, sexual dysfunction. 3rd day: extremely depressed...worst I've ever felt. Suicidal. 4th day: same extreme and worsening depression. Couldn't handle it, stopped taking it after 4th day. Worsened depression to the extreme. Don't know if the side effects would've lessened, but couldn't take the extreme depression. Sexual dysfunction also added to depression."


"PLAN B WORKS! Do not stress. I know that after an accident durning sex, the next couple of weeks can be stressful. I took plan b three days after unprotected sex, approximately 55 hrs later. He didn't finish in me but I was very scared of pre cum. Plan b made me very sick and stress also didn't help. The pill made my period come early and I couldn't have been happier. Take plan b and pray and you'll be fine. Don't stress because it will work."


"I must say I don't have cancer, and I don't have a disease, I have a spas mastic colon which in turns gives me a severe case of Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation. I usually have a bowl movement every 6-11 days and when I do, I get extremely ill with uncontrollable vomiting due to the pain. I've tried several NON dissolving medications and I've found that Zofran ODT (8mg) is the best and I will stick with it as long as it continues to work for me.
I hope someone finds this helpful. If you have any form of illness that causes severe vomiting I recommend Zofran ODT."


"I seem to be doing very well on this medicine (was on Cymbalta for 2 years and it lost its purpose such as many antidepressants do). Zoloft is not supposed to wear off over time."


"fast heartbeat"


"I recently was required to switch to a progestin-only pill (the "mini pill") from a combo pill. I've been on Jolivette for 3 months now (about to finish my third month) and it's been a rough couple months. The first 2, I was concerned about how heavy my periods were and had quite possibly the worst cramps of my life. I have history of anemia related to heavy menstruation (which isn't normal), and I was beginning to exhibit similar signs. Same situation the second month. Plus so much spotting between periods. Now month 3 and things seem much calmer. THANK GOODNESS. Make sure you take the pill at the same exact time every single day to prevent pregnancy."


"I broke my back and after trying many medicines and many combinations of medicines, Bextra was the only one that worked for my pain."


"It is fourth blood pressure pill for me. It feels like it is only partly working. My blood pressure problems are usually happening after anxiety attacks of which doctors says I have but don't know why."


"Cannot emphasize this enough, I am a hypochondriac and love to worry so naturally I only focused on the less than favorable reviews.
Well let me tell you, don't worry. Tastes a LOT like BC powder chased by a cherry coke. Yucky but over quick and at least to me no where near as bad as some described. Actually the worst part was drinking so much water. Made me burp a bunch and feel bloated somewhat. Since I was hungry from only drinking liquids this was not completely unwelcome.
Felt chilled for a little bit but I think this was more from being so nervous.
Took an hour to kick in and since then has been doing its job. No cramping, just lots of "I gotta go".  If this is the worst then this will be about the easiest procedure ever."


"I was prescribed Lustral for stress and anxiety symptoms 15 years ago. I take 25mg most days and 50mg when I expect more stress. For me it has worked brilliantly, I'm a successful person and I suppose that have built a lot of my achievements on the steady mental base that this medication has helped me to maintain. Before I spent so much mental energy worrying about the future and my ability to deal with potential catastrophic situations (I was imagining). Point of fact the worst periods of my life have all been when I stopped taking it. Maybe, if I had a less pressured career/home/hobbies and had taken a different route in life I wouldn't have needed it but I like my vocation and my life - so this works for me :)"


"I've been on it two weeks and I have done nothing but vomit and cry. I feel miserable. I want to stay on it and give it a chance but with the way I feel it makes it really hard. "


"I started taking phentermine 30mg on Feb 9th 2011. My starting weight was 232lbs I just had my first child 6mnths ago and I haven't been able to lose any weight since then. I finally decided after speaking with a friend that lost weight using phentermine I would give it a try. Today Feb 17th 2011 I weighed myself this morning and I am 219 thats 13lbs in 9 days. I can't believe it. I love this pill, it's the only thing that has helped me so far. I have no appetite and when I do I eat very small portions. I have minor side effects like dry mouth, light headache and jitters right after taking it. Jitters usually go away after about an hour but I still have tons of energy throughout the day. My goal weight is 165 - 170lbs by June 12th 2011."


"After my last child and not being comfortable on the pill I had the Mirena inserted under mild sedation. I felt nothing when I woke and only had slight bleeding for the first month. Thereafter nothing. I had it in for 8 years - no problems and no bleeding.

I am now menopausal and on Estrogen patches.

My Mirena has been replaced with a new one - it's been 3 months now and Ivé only had a day or two of very light spotting.

The best thing ever."


"Worst experience ever. Haven't had s BM in a few days, took one pill before bed. Woke up at 7am in EXTREME stomach pain. Threw up multiple times. Doesn't even compare to anything I've been through before. Passed out twice, hit my head on sink taps the first time. Still no BM. Stay away. Would've gone to hospital but was home alone with no one to drive me. Do NOT take dulcolax. More like the lax from hell."


"I find that taking diazepam helps makes the withdrawals that much easier. I'm taking them daily so I don't use anything else."


"I am one of the luckiest one for sure. Cymbalta is only my second prescription after Mirtazapine and it did the magic for me. I love Cymbalta because it not only reduced depression but anxiety too. So its two in one. My depression has reduced a lot in just one week of use. To be honest this medication affected me after the second day of use. And its only a start, I haven't even completed 3 weeks yet. I have full hope on Cymbalta that it will make me a happy person soon. Highly recommended for people who got both depression and anxiety. Side effects are slightly annoying though. It kills my appetite which is really bad for me as I am too underweight, mild nausea in the morning, constipation and top of that insomnia. But it all worth the result."


"I've been talking the medicine for about a month. My first day I felt like I was high all day at work. This was the only time I felt like that though. I am amazed at how I no longer want to snack all the time. I can now walk by the snack table at work and not pick at it. It is great to not constantly thinking about food. But For About A Week Now I am feeling very anxious all The time but hoping it is temporary."


"I have suffered from IBS-D for 10 years.  I used to be able to manage it by not eating triggers and occasional Imodium.  The last six months, it had gotten so much worse.  I couldn't eat without running to bathroom within 15 minutes.  Going out to eat was horrible.  I barely could make it home.  It started causing major anxiety because a few times a almost didn't make it.  The spasms would last all day.  I could hardly eat anything.  I would have to take 7 to 10 Imodium if I was going to go out to keep the diarrhea away. I was living on it!  After normal testing, the doctor put me on Viberzi.  It has been a miracle drug.  It has given me my life back!!!"


"I've taken Loestrin 24 Fe for almost four years now. I love it! The only time I had side effects was when I first started it and my doctor recommended that I take two pills in one day - bad call. Aside from that, it's been great. I take it continuously (without the iron pills) and I stopped having periods after about a year. It's amazing not to have to deal with that every month. Everyone's body is different, but Loestrin works perfectly for me."


"I've been on this for a few weeks for insomnia. It is TERRIBLE. It gives me a severe headache every morning and has made my depression increase threefold. I absolutely hate this medication. It has actually made me feel more mentally unstable."


"Well, where to start. The only pro I would say that there is with this medicine is the fact I don't get my period. I have been on this for 6 years now. Funny enough I have been SEVERELY AND CLINICALLY DEPRESSED for 6 years. I never feel happy. For whatever reason I never thought that my birth control could be causing it. I have struggled with my weight for 6 years, staying at a steady 145-150 being 4'11. I also have severe back acne which I have had for the last 6 years. I never put the pieces together because I have been on it for so long. I just got diagnosed for extreme pathologic hypersomnia, and I have had the symptoms for exactly 6 years now, it has ruined my life, all I have wanted to do for the last 6 years is sleep. Do not recomm"


"I have been using Ambien for years for sleep maintenance.  I tried Silenor over the last week and it's been fantastic!  I don't have any side effects whatsoever in the morning.  Slept 7 hours straight every time I took it."


"I am 42 and have suffered with migraines since I was a teenager.  When Imitex came out I thought that was a lifesaver and it was, I used to get a migraine and have to go home and hide under the covers for a day or two but Imitex isn't a preventive like Topamax.  The only side effects were in the first 2 weeks with subtle numbness and tingles and loss of short term memory.  The longer side effect has been the weight loss but I had been overweight by 20 lbs anyway so this has been a blessing!  I look great and have only had a few minimal headaches since June."


"I am 46 years old on blood pressure medicines and have been experiencing erections over the last couple of years that are not very firm and at times not hard at all. I took one Cialis 20MG and within 30 minutes I had an erection that was harder than I have had in years. Cialis lasted for over 36 hours as I was able to achieve a very hard erection many times. My wife was very happy and tired by the end of the weekend.... Amazing science!"


"Chantix really has worked for me..been smoking since 16 quit off and on. This time I made up my mind so far so good.  I have issues spoke with my doctor about it and he said always take your meds....only side effect I have had has been weird crazy stupid dreams.  I would recommend"


"I started using this medicine about a week ago and I've already noticed significant changes in my skin. Prior to use I had a very bad breakout of acne all over my face small bumps and big ones. Now I have very very few bumps and also the scars left behind from old bumps is also beginning to clear up and lighten my complexion for a more even tone. The only downfall is the stinging that occurs sometimes along with minimal peeling but other than that it gets the job done and I'm pleased with what I'm seeing thus far. Hopefully it continues to eventually make me acne free."


"headaches  metallic taste on occasiom low back pain insomnia and  very odd dreams"


"At first, lung function was markedly improved, then I started having rapid and irregular heart problems, along with high blood pressure. Because I was also taking Atrovent, my Doctor told me that I shouldn't take both. He decreased the Spiriva and my heart problems subsided. Unfortunately, I have lost some lung function, my activity level has decreased probably 70% and I am living on inhalers every 3hrs. And I feel like an elephant has parked himself on my chest! Quality of life is minimal so I'm ready to resume taking Spiriva."


"I would just like to say, it is very important to know what other medications you are taking with this medicine. It can have very bad side effects.  I only took this medicine 2 times when I had a very bad interaction.  It was before they made it known not to mix an antidepressant with it and it took years to find out what really had happened other than a drug interaction.  I was on Paxil at the time, I wound up going to the hospital for them to tell me that everything was fine, but it took about a week before I was feeling normal.  My heartbeat was very rapid, I was delusional and uncoordinated.  It felt like my inside were burning from the inside out, but yet I felt a constant chill. I am not saying not to take this drug, but be careful."


"I have been on tri-sprintec for four years now. Its the only pill I have ever been on. I truly love it to say the least! No weight gains, just a few mood swings around my period but that's about it. I would highly recommend it, I think its effects vary from person to person. My doctor told me before she put me on it, that pills do not make you add weight, however the hormones in it may cause you to get hungry more often and that's why people gain weight. Just watch what u eat and exercise regularly you will be fine!"


"I keep reading about people HATING their nexplanon. I just want to tel anyone thinking about getting this to BE PATIENT. The first month after insertion I was crying over everything and had a 9 day period. Since then, I now feel fine (although I am a tad sappier than I used to be) and HAVEN'T HAD A SINGLE PERIOD SINCE. Hallelujah!! Just at least give your body a little time to adjust. Our bodies are all different and some react better than others, just don't write it off too soon or let the bad reviews scare you. It really helps to be able to recognize that it is not you being crazy, it's your body being confused."


"I have been on the depo shot for 3 years and for the most part it does keep you from getting pregnant. My first 2 years on the depo went quite smoothly but I have noticed that it made me very depressed and messed up my sex drive, but the last few months I've been noticing that I've been very moody, depressed, spotting, nauseous every other day, weight loss & I've also been feeling very dizzy and weak. I've also heard that it takes a while to get pregnant once you get off so I do not recommend, I will not be getting another depo shot & I regret ever getting it."


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"I was taking the phen phen when my doctor said that he would rather me try Contrave.  I will say it's not the doctors fault all of the side effects and issues were listed on the brochure.

I took the pill for 2 weeks with no help from the pill I ended up in the doctors office and a trip to the E.R. due to itchy, all of my joints, face swelling, headaches, dizziness and after taking Styroids and Benadryl for 2 weeks I am still having headahes, itchy and chest tightening. I wanted to let all know because I am one not to have reactions to pills or foods but with this one I did.  From what I have been told if you are going to have the reactieon it is about 2 weeks into taking the medicine. Benadryl is needed if these reactions start up."


"Had an allergic reation about three weeks into treatment.  Broke out in hives.  Was taking it for Systemic Lupus."


"Helps lower my blood sugar. I take 500 mg a day I live in the UK."


"Provides for a very calming effect without feeling drowsy.  It takes the edge off just enough so that I can focus better on the day-to-day."


"Before starting Linzess at age 21 (~1 yr ago), I was going to the bathroom about once every 3 weeks. Eventually, laxatives were necessary but still I was going maybe 3 times a month. I was experiencing severe stomach pains that left me in bed for hours at a time daily, eventually I ended up in the ER.

Within 24 hours of starting Linzess, I went to the bathroom. Yes, the first few days it was diarrhea. Within the first week, I was having regular bowel movements and have been having about 1/day since then. MY STOMACH PAIN HAS DISAPPEARED (that's huge!!!!)

Gas? Yes, all the time. Diarrhea? Only if I take it too late in the day. Increased hunger? Yes, obviously, because my stomach is empty. Worth it? 5 billion percent."


"I was dealing with anxiety in college my junior year and so I decided to talk to my doctor about it and he prescribed Paxil. When I started taking it, my appetite increased, energy went down, my emotions were just monotonous like I couldn't feel anything. I also gained 15 pounds in 4 months which is not normal for me, especially since I had been working out and hadn't changed my eating habits at all. After being on this drug for 5 months, I am weaning myself off it and I am feeling a million times better. I would recommend a different drug if you are having problems with anxiety."


"If I eat meat, spicy foods, or dairy products, especially if it is later in the day, I sometimes get acute diarrhea at night.  This is sometimes accompanied by pain that is bad enough to double me over.  Imodium has always stopped the diarrhea, and the pain that I get with it, and almost always within two doses.  As the bottle suggests, I take two pills after the first loose stool, and one after any subsequent loose stool.  Although other medicines (such as Pepto-Bismal / Kaopectate) can also be helpful, whenever I sense that these symptoms are starting, I think of Imodium right away, because I know there is a very high probability that it will make the period of discomfort be as short as possible."


"My skin peeled and it burned but it helped my acne so much."


"Great when combined with Adderall (immediate release). I stay focused and organized, have consistent energy, and even speak more professionally at work. Con: Tightness in chest/anxiety on doses higher than 5mg. I seem to be highly sensitive to the XR, so I take 5mg three times a day with Adderall (immediate release) 10mg."


"I took Levonorgestrel 1.5mg 24 hours after sex and I am now 9 weeks pregnant. It didn't work for me."


"Absolutely love this product! I have had re-occuring infections for years, some stints  longer than others. Recently I have had UTI's almost constantly. Clears up and comes back. Started taking Hiprex with a Urinary Tract Support vitamins and it kept the infection away for ages! Finished a lot of Hiprex and didn't restock. Low and behold, infection is back! Grabbed another bottle and after just a few hours I am feeling a difference!"


"I started using Ciprodex, and in 24hrs, massive change and improved difference. The ear swelling came completely down which was a huge relief. Now just waiting for the hearing to come back once the clog goes away. It feels like its sooo close to being normal."


"I had a bad experience with the insertion of Skyla. I went there by myself and almost passed out at my OBGYN once I was about to leave. I was in horrible (cramping) pain for about 3-4 hours after. There are a lot of people that don't experience it that badly but this was just my personal expensive. I do love how I never have to remember to take a pill everyday. With going back to school and working full time it's hard to remember anything. My periods are normally pretty light but seem to last longer now 5-6 days. Since the insertion I have experienced more headaches and sometimes feel light headed and dizzy. I have also had a significant weight gain 15 lbs since I got it. No diet change and I always feel bloated."


"It did stop the uncontrollable panic from post traumatic stress disorder, but the side effects were unbearable for me. I had loss of appetite, uncontrollable weight loss, stomach pain, memory loss, headaches, dizziness, urinary pain, thinning hair, bad acne, depression, and constipation. It was so difficult to taper without severe withdrawals that I needed a 6 month tapering schedule. My dose was 1mg twice daily. I find that Valium or Xanax have less side effects."


"I have been taking Amlodipine for at least 10 years. I think I have to quit taking it. My blood pressure goes up after I take it. It was 148/74 before I took it. It's been 195/88 this evening. Don't know what to do. I have adverse reactions to Lisinipril, and Losartan didn't lower it at all."


"So I started Butrans Thursday noon and currently it's 48 hours I've been on 7.5. I could feel it trying to help my chronic pain. But it just doesn't seem strong enough. I'll need to see about a higher dose. Otherwise I've had no not one side effect. I sleep great. But the stronger dose will be necessary for my morning pain. I worked Thursday and Friday with some relief and I wasn't limping quite as much. The breakthrough med tramadol doesn't do squat for me. I feel the patch is a good fit for me. I just need a higher dose. I'm actually bored not having to take pills all the time. Thanks!"


"I have been on oxcycodone for almost 3 yrs. I have chronic back pain. Have 2 spinal fusions, the first 1 failed. I have a cracked vertabra and another bulging disc, I have degenerative disc diasease and this medication has done wonders for me. I still have a great deal of pain but not nearly as bad as I used to. Just like many of you I have been on all kinds of pain medicines that never worked and I was prescribed 30 mg 3 times a day and 10 mg 3 x's for breakthrough and it helps alot. I can go to my childrens sporting events now, I can do a few things now that I was not able to do."


"I just want to say what a horrible experience using trulicity, every single side effect happened to me, and I used the low dose one.  I had nausea, diahrrea, vomiting, upper/lower/mid abdomen pain, it was so bad that I drag my self to my doctors and they had to call an ambulance because my BP dropped to low levels, nurse said you look green.  I got dehydrated and a week after, my stomach still gassy, and in pain.  I hope it works for some of you but if you are considering it, be advised, I lost an unhealthy 12 lbs in few days."


"This medicine works SO well! The smell and heavy discharge were gone within 2 days of this 10 day medication. A lot of other people report feeling sick and restless but this was not my experience at all. The only side effect I experienced was lightheadedness due to the medicine's ability to dehydrate the body. The only thing that really sucks about this medication is not being able to drink alcohol-- and seriously, don't even attempt it. You will thank me later."


"I was prescribed Ramipril (5mg/daily) and 4 other medications (Aspirin, Effient, Atorvastatin, and Coreg)  after a heart attack 6 years ago.  The only side effect I've had is constipation.  I don't take the Coreg or Effient anymore, but the constipation has continued, but is diminished.  So I can't say for sure which medication is causing the issue.

I take 1 small capsule of Ducosate Sodium daily to counteract this side effect (the full dose of 3 capsules seems to be too much for .  This seems to do the trick for me.

I have always had slightly low blood pressure. The Ramipr lowers it a bit more (unfortunately).  I believe that after a heart attack an ACE inhibitor is almost always prescribed regardless of blood pressure"


"I switched to Lutera from Tri-Sprintec on my doctors reccomendation. Everyone reacts differently to birth controls, and my body did not like Lutera. I've gained about 15 lbs in 2 months of being on it, I'm extremely moody and borderline depressed, always tired, feel spaced out a lot and I don't have much of an appetite, ever. Which made it even more frustrating that I was gaining weight.. planning on switching back to Yaz, I've never had side effects with that one, it was just more pricey."


"I've been on the NuvaRing since November of 2015 at my 6 week appointment after having my first child. I love not having to remember a pill every day. I do however suffer from depression, and I have noticed that whenever I take it out for the week of my period I am way more moody than I ever was before... I have also gained a few pounds since being on this birth control, but I can deal with that. It has decreased my sex drive tremendously but I also don't want to have another baby yet, so not having sex with my husband like we used to isn't a big deal for either of us. I love this product and I will continue to use it until I'm ready for baby #2 and after that baby I will use it again! "


"I've had an almost entirely positive experience. It regulated my periods and made them short and light, cleared up my acne, and has effectively prevented pregnancy. Only 2 drawbacks have been frequent headaches and daily discharge (inconvenient, but not a huge deal). The monthly schedule is super convenient and I've never had an issue with it falling out or my boyfriend feeling it.

I'm trying out a new birth control to try and get the headaches under control, but if I don't respond well to it, I'm happy to go back to Nuvaring and Advil. I'd recommend it to anyone."


"March 22, 2017 - I took Inderal Oct - Dec 2016 for hand tremors (never helped). I was prescribed 40mg but 1 month later complained of side effects & was prescribed 10mg. While I was on it, I experienced major fatigue (esp. w/ the higher dosage), I was constantly freezing, I just was not myself. Idk when the short term memory loss started, but it is HORRIBLE, & while taking Inderal on the lower dosage, I experienced an episode of what I think was acute psychosis. I read that acute psychosis & short term memory loss could be temporary  or for ever. I'm very scared. I want my memory back, & I'm afraid for my life & others' lives."


"I've been on Mirena for about a month and a half, the insertion hurt and I've been on my period since then. It's not at all heavy, actually light enough to wear 1 panty liner all day. I think I want to get it taken out soon because I'm also feeling real crampy throughout the day."


"I have been on quetiapine for just over a year now for Borderline Personality Disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. For the first 3 months all I did was sleep as I was 700mg, lost 2 stone then I got used to it and put weight back on, after lowering the dose 2 months later I was fine. I am now on 100mg, still have the odd problem and only been in hospital once more, I still see things and compared to how I was last year I am a completely different person. I'm a lot calmer, the voices in my head have calmed down, the feelings of intense rage have reduced and I can now talk to people. Only downsides, weight gain and my sex drive has fallen completely."


"So far I have taken day 1 of the pack. I used the wipe, followed by the suppository, and finally the cream. I had mild itching and burning, but overall it was tremendous relief compared to the symptoms of my YI. I experienced very minor cramps, which were resolved with Tylenol"


"I have only tried the Nuvaring as a birth control. I loved it. Never really had any problems, yes my partner could feel it and toward the end of my use, I could feel it falling out every once in a while but usually I reinserted it and it was fine. I didn't have hardly any cramps and my mood swings lessened. My periods went from 6 to 7 days to barely 3 days. I would recommend Nuvaring to anyone!"


"This is only my second week on this pill and even though I’m not sure how it works with periods it has done wonders for my skin . Any acne I used to have is completely clearing out and no new ones are popping back up.  On top of that I haven’t gained any weight and if anything I have almost gone up a whole cup size ."


"Have had 12 treatments so far for MS. Have experienced sometimes extreme tiredness following treatments. Have gained about 40lbs in the past year since starting the treatment with no significant changes in diet or exercise. On the good side am glad to not be taking daily injections anymore."


"Was diagnosed in 1998 with type II diabetes, went from one medicine to another until none of them worked. Told by my Endocrinoligist that I must now start insulin
4 X a day....worked for a few months then after about 10 months it did not lower blood sugar. Started this medicine about 3 weeks ago and the results have been super. ONLY inject long lasting insulin at night only. Blood sugar numbers are now normal or just above normal. LOVE THIS MEDICATION!"


"With both parents hypothyroid, I was diagnosed hypothyroid at 7 years old, so have 50  years of personal experience with thyroid medicines.  Armour Thyroid is absolutely the best in my opinion. Doctors tried to "fool my body" with assorted synthetic products, but my system (& Mom's) did not do the T3-T4 conversion.  On top of the usual problems of being functionally underdosed I developed worse results:  thrombocytopenia (critically low platelets), high cholesterol, inability to metabolize calcium leading to lower bone density than my own mother.  On Synthroid one Internal Medicine doctor even wondered if I had Hashimoto's Disease.  Use Armour.  Treat the patient."


"I have been on Depo for 18 years and until just recently would have rated it a 10. I have never had a period or any other complications that I knew about. I have always taken calcium along with a multivitamin.

Why the 1? Because while sick with bronchitis I fractured 2 ribs, coughing and I am only 32.

Come to find out, my doctor has attributed it to the Depo.

My advise, make sure to talk to your doctor about a bone density test."


"Works great on joint pain and helps balance your mood."


"I got the Nexplanon in December 2015 and Im getting it removed July 2016 I'm 19 I've gained 30 lbs in the past 6 months with my diet improving and more expertise it's impossible to lose hopefully getting rid of it will help. I've also started getting really bad acne ( normally I don't have any)  it's done it's job but I don't recommend it. In this case the birth control came at a cost."


"First day I started these I had to take two. 20 mins later I was sick 5 times in a row! Took another one today and feel great it's been 2 hours and no sickness yet :-)"


"I am 23 years old and dealing with a couple types of incontinence. Before I talked to my doctor about it I came across these in my grocery store. I bought them on a whim and tried them out. It works really well, no more leaking or stress incontinence. Within 12 hours I was no longer running to the bathroom. The only side effect I have is some constipation. A change in diet and laxatives seem to help. The patch is rather uncomfortable at times but I'm still experimenting with placement. I change it every 4 or 5 days because the adhesive comes off after a while, usually in the shower. I'd like to see a better material but I'm content for now. It's a lot better than taking a pill every day."


"This is the most vial tasting medication I have ever taken.  Seems to be working, but it is disgusting.  I have a horrible taste in my mouth all day long, and I've tried brushing/scraping my tongue, eating yogurt, eating strong mints, all to no avail.  Man, is is just horrible tasting."


"I took Paxil for a total of 10 years for anxiety and panic attacks. I was put on it at a young age, but I don't see how I could have gotten through those ten years without it. Paxil is great and works wonders for anxiety, but I didn't want to be on it my whole life. I'm now 20 and doing great without it. I think the medicine gave me a sense of confidence after a while that made me realize I could get through my anxiety on my own. A confidence that helped me find my own coping mechanisms for my anxiety so that I no longer needed to rely on the Paxil anymore. I highly suggest Paxil to anyone with anxiety disorder looking for a medication to help."


"I've been on the depo shot since March 2017. That same night I ended up having a bad chest pain. Like someone stabbed me. Then it stopped for a couple days and then back again. I didn't think much of it. So further on I stopped having pains until my second dose in June 2017. Then it was my back hurting on the right side. It would hurt off and on and then go away for a few weeks. As 4 weeks pass I started having pains again. Waking me up in the middle of the night. I kept feeling like I was going to vomit but it would never come. So I went to the ER and got checked. They took blood samples, urine samples, chest and back x-rays. Everything came back negative. Then we thought it was my gall bladder and still nothing wrong. Not doing the third"


"Due to early onset of osteoporosis (I am 55) I decided to try Forteo at my GYN’s recommendation. My bone density tests were -4 in the lower back and wrist. It is very easy to use if you don’t mind daily injections and it is pretty much painless. Insurance covered all but $4.00 with an Eli-Lily sponsored prescription discount card given to me by the doctor prescribing it. However I didn’t make it past six months on Forteo due to severe lower leg pain. Pain was severe enough that I had to quit. I also had an extreme hair loss that started 3 months in. Might try Prolia next. Good luck to all."


"It didn't give me a bad experience I took one pill and another in 12  hours.  I just wish it was a little stronger I did feel slight nausea but nothing too bad.  I still ate on it but did stay home all day because I mean it's a laxative come on"


"got prescribed this about a month ago I'm 22, 250 lbs and have had a blood pressure reading of 170/110 for the past year or so after taking cozaar 50 mg for just one month daily its dropped to 112/66 I feel great except for the blurry distorted vision rather have that then die from a stroke or heart attack any day other than that no side effects."


"Not sure if it was how little I’ve had the implant or how sexually active I am (a lot) but I JUST had a miscarriage 30 minutes ago. I’m not a parent I don’t know what it’s like to have a child I know I’m not emotionally mature enough, financially stable enough, or mentally ready to have a child that’s why I made the decision to get the implant. That’s why I never wanted to be pregnant until I was ready. Finding out about a pregnancy is a terrifying thing, but at least you would have a choice whether or not to keep the baby. I didn’t have a choice and it was heartbreaking. If you’re considering getting this due to the benefits it has by all means go ahead but please do your research on the side effects and possible negative outcomes as well."


"Over the years I've tried a number of different medications. I tried switching to Abilify from Seroquel because of weight gain.

My mood on it was good, but the side effects far out weighed any positive reaction. I couldn't sit still and I felt like I was going to jump out of my skin. As far as all of my experiences with medications it's probably the worst I've ever felt. I literally did not sleep for DAYS, I couldn't concentrate, I couldn't get comfortable in ANY position (standing, sitting, or even laying down), and I felt like my thoughts were out of control. But it was worth a shot. I went on to a combination of Zoloft and Lamictal, which works very well for me. "


"Had no negative side effects. Got rid of my UTI fast."


"I've been on it for 2 week and lost 20 pounds already I started at 4 click in, now I'm at .6
But you do feel sick and very tired it's constant and I burp all the time

My doctor said take it before bed because the worst part will be finshed by the time you wake up

I don't really like food that much after
OR anything really sugar not even my Pepsi :(  and I would just eat because I'm bored now I don't even feel like it
I was 280
Now 260
I hope to be at 170 one day "


"I was suppose to take 2 x 50 mg tabs at bedtime. I did and I had horrible racing heart, nausea and vomiting and then a mild headache. Last night I just took one and had no problems. It didn't get rid of all pain but enough to be able to get some sleep. I'm not using  it everyday."


"Flexeril is a good muscle spasm medication for acute issues. For chronic pain it is basically not effective. I was hospitalized years ago with a ruptured disc and was given Flexeril 3 times a day. I was so out of it that I could hardly stay awake and it took about a week to get back to normal after I was released. However now that I have had spinal fusion at C4-5 the Flexeril is not really effective relaxing my very hard muscle spasms. I have had 3 surgeries, 2 of them failed. The second was anterior (back of the neck) and cut through the nerves and muscles in my neck. The result is chronic muscle spasms in my neck and generally my left shoulder area. I rated a 5 based on the different indications."


"Went on Effexor Aug 2015 through Oct 2015, improved depression, however, did not really feel any joy either. Effexor helped with diet, appetite declined, which I was happy with, as it allowed me to lose weight. Effexor/Venlafaxine did cause me to get angry, and acquire a bad temper on occasion. The primary problem I had with effexor/venlafaxine though was that it caused terrible constipation. No matter how good my diet was, it didn't matter. I ate steamed vegetables and fruit, with occasional lean meats, cut out junk food. I took psyllium every day, added Miralax, and drank plenty of fluids. I had no choice but to come off the Venlafaxine, bowel movements came back about 5-6 days later. I did have minor withdrawal with dizziness."


"I just started my 3rd cycle of the sprintec pills. This is my experience.

1st month: nausea, emotional, sensitive breasts, and terrible acne.
2nd: acne flare-up at the beginning of the month and similar symptoms to first month.
3rd:another acne flare-up, this time the break-out is worser than month 2.

 For me the biggest problem is the acne. I have struggled with acne my whole life, so it's nothing new to deal with. However, the worse experience I had with acne was when I was 13-15 years old; on sprintec, my skin has reversed itself to my teenage years -- maybe even a little worse.  I talked with my dermatologist and physician and both told me to stay optimistic about the future of my skin - saying clearer skin comes around month 4."


"I've been on the nuva ring for about 3 years now. I have had no problems except I literally have no sex drive anymore. Which really sucks. I constantly feel bad for my boyfriend of 4 years because I just have no desire for it at all, which makes sex painful because I am not wet enough. This is unfortunate because I love every thing about the nuva ring besides that one issue. However, I am still probably going to switch to something else because that is a big factor for me."


"I started Saxenda on 1-12-17 and as of 2-27-17, I have lost 16 pounds.  My insurance will not cover this medication so I am not able to afford it at the full dose.  I have been taking 1.2 mg daily due to cost.   Seems to be working ok for me at this dose and I have had no bad side effects.  I have lots of trouble losing weight and seem to have finally found something that works and my insurance will not cover it.  :("


"5 years on Parnate.  Have tried numerous antidepressants and Psycho Drugs, this is only one that has worked.  Also take 2 mg/day Suboxone it helps some how."


"I was diagnosed with PTSD,GAD and MD .My life was falling apart.I had dark thought ,wasn't cleaning my house , completely let myself go , No patience with my kids and a negative outlook on life .my anxiety was So bad I was taking Xanax to cope . lexapro has been a life saver for me 6 weeks later I'm back to my " normal self " I'm very productive , positive , I take care of my house , myself ... it will not make you happy or " high " but make life so much more enjoyable and easier . I'm at 20 mg of lexapro a day ! And I thank god for it ... I'm 10 lbs down . SSRI work different for everyone but if 2 month ago told me my life would change for the better I would have never believed it ! Give it a try ! We are all SURVIVORS! Good luck !"


"I was told I was a diabetic 2 years ago and could not lose any weight or get my HA1C down until Victoza.Now I've loss 51 lbs in 5 months. My HbA1C went from 13.1 to 6.9 and blood sugar levels went from 285 to 115 on an average. I changed my eating habits and watch just what I ate, which I couldn't control before. I had no side effects at all. Victoza has really helped me. I'm on metformin too but hoping one day I'll be able to get off of it."


"I am a 39 year old Male and injured my back and neck about 7 years ago in a terrible car accident.  I have had a Spinal Fusion C5, C6, C7 and a Vertebralplasty T10, T11 and tried everything under the sun including Opiates for the pain.  For the last year I have been managing my pain and muscle spasms with Flexiril once daily and Massage Therapy. The combination has been a life saver for me literally.  My life has completely changed and I am now active and enjoying life again.  I suggest you try Flexeril daily and get massage 2 to 4 times per month.  "


"I have been taking TriNessa for YEARS!  I believe I started this pill at 17-18 and I'm now 30. I do notice some of the symptoms mentioned (bloating and emotional) however I don't expect the pill to fix that as it's part of menstruation. The week before the placebo pills I get emotional and super bloated but that goes away after my cycle. I would suggest this pill as it's the best one yet for me."