"No side effects for me but everyone is different so everybody's experience will be different and not only depending on your weight or height! Try it for at least six months and if it's not for you just switch!!"


"I pee now"


"I took Zovia for about 6 months mainly to regulate as well as clear up my skin. It did those things wonderfully however, I had the WORST night sweats imaginable! I would wake up in the middle of the night soaking wet. I'd have to change my clothes & sleep on a towel. It was awful! This problem outweighed the benefits so I took myself off. I did get depressed before my period also."


"I have had MS since 1996 - diagnosed at the age of 49. My MS is very mild compared to my older sister who was diagnosed around 1970 and needs assistance to walk. I have been on Betaseron for 14 years and other than initial flu-like symptoms, have tolerated it very well. However, the key to avoiding the symptoms is to keep Tylenol or some other pain relief medication in my system. In 14 years, I have only had 3 relapses, and Betaseron has slowed the progression of my MS and lessened the severity of relapses. The one side effect I am experiencing is injection site reactions that leave the area red, sore and over time have caused muscle atrophy in my arms and buttocks. Even so, I would still recommend Betaseron to anyone with relapsing-remitting MS."


"I am in my late 60's. I have been having awful nights for about a year now, waking frequently with vivid and disturbing dreams that stay with me all day. Doctor prescribed 10mg of Amitriptyline and after just two nights the difference is unbelievable. Last night I slept dreamlessly (well I wasn't aware of any) for 10 hours, only waking once for the toilet. I feel fine today, although a bit "dopey" for the first hour. Only time will tell if this will last. Does anyone know if it is a drug that can develop dependency and increasing doses?"


"I am 15, about to turn 16 and I have been taking Cymbalta for a few months now. At first this medicine helped me out to sort out a few issues in life but now it seems to me and my friends and family can see that I have gone back to the way I was before I started taking Cymbalta. This is the second medication I have been on for major depression. I can't sleep properly anymore and in my waking hours I feel so deep in a hole. I also have severe anger snaps that turn out very bad for those around and myself. Its 6 days to Christmas, not excited a bit and only a month till my birthday and still not excited. Cymbalta as I said was very helpful at first but it seems my body has got used to this and now I am on a very big down spiral."


"I was in November 250 pounds and I beg my MD to prescribed me this medication he told me he does not do it, but he will make a pack with me that within a month I have to loose weight the amount he did not mentioned, so he did gave me the prescription for the first 14 days @ first honestly for the first couples of days it did not do anything, but then start it to kick in, when I went back to see him he did not want to weigh me so he fax the prescription to he pharmacy 7.5 mg 1 every morning in 3 months from 250lbs, I went down to 206lbs and from waist 40, I am 34 and XXL-shirts now. I am large everybody tells me how amazing I look and I feel and look great and more confident about myself now. My goal is not to become a Model nor muscular."


"Thank God for Zoloft! I wish I knew about depression decades ago! For the first time in years I see the world in color, have patience and actually care. Zoloft makes me a better me, a better parent and better person.  I take 100 mg in the morning and 100 mg at night.  NO SIDE EFFECTS! Sure wish I had weight loss, though!  A smidge of loss of interest in sex, but can still enjoy."


"My doctor began prescribing klonapin1 mg 3 times a day when I was 23 years old to help treat anxiety and sleep disorders. I took the xanax for 11 years and it did help my symptoms although I did build up a tolerance pretty fast but kept at same dose. But when my doctor retired and a new doctor took over his practice I was abruptly discontinued the xanax. This was a dangerous thing to do. I began to go into withdrawals within one day without the xanax. The withdrawals were excruciating and lasted for weeks. I was in constant extreme anxiety. Sleep was nearly totally absent for more than two weeks. My thoughts started to become almost to the point of psychosis which also lasted for weeks. So never abruptly stop benzos unless medically supervi"


"Had Prialt in my naive pump for less than 8 hours and had a major allergic reaction. My dr had to remove the Prialt from my pump & catheter and rinse & flush with saline. I was nervous about getting this med due to all the negative reviews online. Wish I had never tried it. This was a bad experience."


"I started taking this medicine for a UTI that was awful. This is my first UTI and I'm 18. I'm on day 3 now and it seems like the side effects from the pills are way worse than the actual UTI. I'm reading all the other reviews and the medicine has made me nauseous but it's also giving me really bad abdominal pain and sharp pain in my ribs along with feeling really dizzy and hot( especially at work) hoping It doesn't get worse as I take it"


"At 75mg I did ok but was still depressed. If I miss a dose I get crying spells the next day (I take all my meds, 4, at night) at 150mg I started hearing things, unable to focus, and unable to hold urine - yes I learned that its a side effect. So am down to 75mg and am scared to change it but have expressed interest to my doctor. She added lithium and its helping (I also take tegretol and abilify) so overall, just do your own research before taking anything. Once you are on something you should NOT quit cold turkey."


"I have had it for almost a year. I haven't had any weight gain issues. I'm also able to breast feed on it. I haven't had my period either. I love it! I feel completely normal and never have to worry about taking a pill. My only down fall is I need to go and get it removed when I'm ready to have another baby. If your insurance won't cover it, it's around $2000-$2200. I only know this cause they tried to bill me instead of sending it to my insurance"


"I'm feeling terrible.  I have been for several tests but no luck"


"I have had irregular periods for a long time I was on Ortho Lo but due to insurance I had to take Tri Sprintec. I read a lot of the reviews and I was so scared  to even give in to taking them but I was bleeding off and on for 5 months so I felt as of I had no choice. I never got sick I felt a little light headed no sore breasts or anything my stomach did feel a little weird but like most meds you should eat at least an hour before taking it. My the time I reached my white pills I started my period it was awful but that due to the fact I didn't really have a period in months I could barely work I changed a super plus tampon every hour after that day it was manageable. So far so good though."


"Made me very irritable and tense."


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


"This cream makes me want to die.
It feels like fire ants bit my vagina 100 times

"


"I'm 24 and have mild to moderate acne on my chin and red hyperpigmentation spots from old pimples. I've tried benzoyl peroxide and salicyicate acid, but this is more effective and also helps with hyperpigmentation from old acne. I also prefer not to take a pill (antibiotics, accutane) to treat acne. I was excited to find this over the counter. The first 3 days I used it, my acne got worse. Within a week, however, my pimples dried up. It is very effective. I gave 9/10 and not 10/10 because my face has been very dry, and sometimes it burns a little. This is a normal side effect I expect to get better with using it more. You can use this every other night if your skin gets too dry."


"I have had a great experience with this birth control compared to other alternatives, including progesteron and estrogen only BC pills. Insertion was painless, and left no scar.  I did begin bleeding 2 weeks after and was pretty much constantly bleeding for about 4 months, but it gradually began to taper off, and now I am experiencing  more frequent periods but with less volume.  There are many complaints about this side effect which initially turned me off, but this is a natural reaction that requires some patience.  I would take a little blood compared to migraines, risk of blood clots, hormonal imbalances, or an unplanned pregnancy, which are more common with other BC options.  I have also experienced decreased anxiety and more regular moods."


"5'1 222lbs started Phentermine 37.5mg June 14, 2016 now July 13, 2016 DOWN 22lbs and DROPPED 4 1/2 INCHES!! This pill is so GREAT!  Appetite control is severe, sometimes I would forget  to eat but your body definitely will let u kno once you have tapped out of nutrition! Mouth dryer than cotton helps with the daily water intake! I exercised 3 to 5 days each week and the pouring sweat didnt wait to drip. Heavy sweat! Still maintained portioned meals and sometimes just a few healthy snacks if i missed a few meals! Im so panicked that Im out of Phentermine and dont see my doctor until August 8, 2016! Im waiting on my next monthly supply to Drop more Pounds and Inches! I encourage everyone to stay focus and dont be hard on yourself! Beautiful!"


"I have severe early onset OCD I have found that clomipramine (anafranil) has taken the edge off of it. I've been taking it for 4.5 years SLOWLY building up to 200mg but have found that the side effects of this medication to be too much, in particular the excessive sweating. I am regularly dripping with sweat to the point I have been asked if it is raining outside because I'm soaked. I'm thinking of coming off of it because the sweating is exacerbating the OCD as I now have obsessions about it and I'm constantly worried about people looking at me because I'm sweating so much, which isn't very feminine. I've tried to come off of it a few times but every time I do my OCD regresses into overdrive- highlighting how affective it is for OCD"


"Qsymia has definitely worked for me. I started in December 2014, at 255 lbs and about 5'11". It is now the end of March and I weigh close to 200 lbs. the medication has really helped curb my appetite and reduce the appeal of food. I maintain 1500-1800cal/d diet, exercising when I can. Some days I'm over my count, but for the most part I'm in target. I know that Qsymia made the difference in my success. I didn't really have any significant side effects."


"I switched to Junel from LoEstrin 24 because of expenses. Junel being a generic of Loestrin.
I had NO side effects with Loestrin and I have ALL the side effects on Junel. I have HEAVY periods, painful cramps, 10-15 pound weight gain, and I can't get rid of it, no matter how much I work out and exercise. I break out EVERYDAY upon my chin. And if I sleep longer than 8 hours, like over the weekend I get pain throughout my lower back. I'm definitely switching."


"Took this for 10 months. Finally switched to another medication since I didn't notice any benefits."


"I am 19 years old. I have been on the Depo since I was 16. I got on it after my 6 week check up. When I first started on the Depo shot I was a very mean person. I have NEVER in my life been like that. I am a very nice laid back person. I gained 40lbs withing the first 3 months. I am not a big eater and I do eat healthy for the most part. I also had pregnancy like symptoms, headaches and bloating. After a year of being on the Depo my mood had changed and I became back to myself and my body got used to it. I really really LOVE the Depo shot but I am thinking of switching to another method. I love how I haven't had a period in 3 years and it is 100% effective but I cannot deal with it making my weight go up and down. Overall minus few things I love it."


"I've been on Bactrim and Aczone 7.5% for about a month now and my face is completely clear! I started noticing less breakouts the second week and by the end of the third week I had no new ones. I apply the Aczone in the morning before putting on makeup and then again at night after I wash my face. I'm not totally sure if it's the Bactrim or the Aczone that's clearing it up (maybe a combination?) but it's improved so much that even my bf mentioned that he noticed a difference this past week. I've also experienced no major side effects. My only concern is that once I slowly start to come off the medication, will the acne come back. Definitely give it a shot though if you've been struggling with acne and don't want to resort to Accutane!"


"I have always been a thicker girl. In high school I was 5'6 and 150lbs.. I looked great!! People called me tiny on occasions. When I turned 20, I was diagnosed with PCOS.. I Dont get periods but maybe twice a year. This has made me gain weight like crazy- im now 25 years old. 5'7/250lbs ...I did research about 4 months ago on phentermine as a girlfriend of mine had great success. I figured why not?!? So far everything is great. I've been on phen for 3 months as of yesterday- weighing at 218!! No bad side effects for me. First week had a little insomnia, but not bad. Dry mouth but I chew gum all the time so I don't really notice it."


"I was able to eliminate the use of four allergy medicines while using Singulair. I don't have asthma or any lung congestion; but my sinuses just wouldn't stop for anything, regardless of what antihistamine I was taking, whether in pill or nasal spray form. Singulair allowed me to sleep without a cough drop in my mouth and to breathe all night through my nose (something I haven't done in over 10 years)."


"I have had interstitial cystitis my entire life. I had very painful periods and always felt uncomfortable. I started this wonderful medicine and the pain has stopped. I don't hurt anymore. Take as soon as you wake up 1 hour before you eat! Works best this way!"


"I started the weight loss program, about 1 1/2 years ago. I first weighed in at 450 wearing a size 26/28W. Now today I weighed in at 247 wearing an size 14W. I feel great. My goal is to reach 200 or less. Or size 12. I feel great."


"The side effects are terrible and caused diarrhea for months! This can be a dangerous drug. I went to doctor after doctor, colonoscopy, etc. I figured it out myself, finally."


"I was prescribed Clonazepam 3 years ago at a dosage of 1mg SIX times/day. I weaned myself down to 1mg/twice daily within 6 months b/c my tolerance was rapidly building. Fast forward 2 years: I am PREGNANT. I was taken off the medication cold turkey. At first, I was convinced that if I didn't come off of this drug while pregnant, I was nothing more than evil and selfish. I tried to come off and simply couldn't, especially with work obligations. I had old pills that I used to help wean myself off. I got myself down to 1mg/day when I ran out. My doc just wrote me a lower dosage script, after making me feel like a murderer. I am 5 months and so far, the baby is healthy and developing normally. I'll continue to wean and pray for my baby."


"Something about being around other professionals and public speaking makesme self conscious and extremely nervous/anxious to the point that I have a full blown panic attack with uncontrollable shaking and the urge to cry and  run out of the move. My hands shake so much that I can't even drink water. I'm 29 and a healthcare administrator in NYC with the responsibility of developing workflows and holding meetings regularly. In the last two years, with growing responsibilities it has gotten so bad that I thought it would cost me my career. Until I discovered propranolol. I only take it if I am going to a meet and greet or I'm expected to speak in public and it is AMAZING! I don't know what I would do without it (20 mg or 40 mg I need it)"


"After L3,4,5s1 fusions,have been on 75 fentanyl

every 72 hours,I would prefer every 48 but insurance gives a hard time.this drug let's me live a normal life, I use Norco for break through

am so happy I have this fentanyl

weaned off one time.lasted two weeks my pain Management doctor put me back on,immediate relief!!!"


"I started with perimenopause symptoms at 45 years old.  Beginning with heart palputations and mild hot flashes.  Shortly thereafter, all hell broke loose.  Night sweats, hot flashes, crying, major insomnia and 18 pound weight gain in less than 1 year.  I had no quality of life so I went on estrodial patch.  I now feel human. Sleeping great and no night sweats.  An ocassional hot flash but can live with that.  Went off for about a year and almost everything came back with a vengeance.  Back on!"


"Pros: works for anxiety, depression

Cons: weight gain, ED, orgasm troubles, just stopped caring about everything"


"I researched Skyla extensively before having it placed about 8 months ago. I had it placed in February and then in May I found out I had a 6cm cyst on my right ovary. I was having horrible cramping and sharp pain. After being in pain for 2 months, the symptoms finally started to go away. My doctors said that it was probably just a coincidence and that Skyla does not cause cysts. Unfortunately I just found out I have another large cyst on my left ovary, so I had the IUD removed. Prior to having skyla placed, I had never had an issue with ovarian cysts. I would NOT recommend this birth control if you think there could be a possibility that you are at a higher risk of cysts!"


"I had rotator cuff and bone spur surgery a week ago. At first they gave me hydrocodone 750 and I was still in pain so they changed me to Toradol 10 mg and I still have no relief. I have been in unrelenting pain for 7 days and I can't believe no one can help me!"


"I started taking the pills started March 22 with a weight of 254 Lb a month after 232 Lb weight fully recommended."


"I have been struggling with this a bacterial prostate infection (E Coli) for more than 3 years. Now finally after trying dozens of antibiotics, Avelox seemed to do a better job than Cipro or Levaquin, after 9 weeks I was cured."


"Life is the same again!"


"I've had bad anxiety since I was a teen (now 38). I was usually prescribed a benzo, their effective yet very addictive. Anyway, I take 800mg of gabapentin 3x daily with Prozac and they work very well together and I'm finally getting used to not having to take benzos anymore. And my sciatica pain is greatly reduced.  God bless."


"The methylpredisone took away all my pain even in the worst places. I did have spasms in my spine that were a bit unnerving. I can only use it one week a month but the break from the pain is a God send."


"I have been on Yaz for five years now and LOVE it.  I've had no issues and it kept the major cramps, acne, and babies away.  I started at 16 and am now 21.  I actually have to switch because I've been having breakthrough bleeding a lot, but this is the first time in five years I've had to deal with it.  Might just be from my hormones changing with getting older.  I'm very sad I'll be leaving Yaz and will be sure to return to it if this next one doesn't work. It's treated me great!"


"I'm in my teens struggling with very oily acne prone skin since I was 10 so I was given this birth control as a last resort to clear my skin before my junior year. I am on the 4th pill of the third row of the pack (this is my first pack) and once I finish this pack it will be the last time I go on birth control. Definitely wasn't the wonder drug I expected. I was very nauseous the first two weeks when I would wake up in the morning. I'm glad it was during the summer because if it was during school I wouldn't have felt good enough to go. It most definite wasn't worth feeling like garbage. It cleared up cheek acne but caused painful breakouts along the jaw line and mouth. I did numerous things before to combat acne such as change my diet to plant based (vegan), use topical treatments, and drink the amount of water I needed daily so I assumed it was my hormones. My period was very regular which should've been a sign that I was balanced and didn't need this junk in my body. I knew exactly when it would come but now on my 3rd row of the pack I am spotting? This is an issue for me because I always had a regular period. I'm going to solve this the organic way. I've decided to ditch this poison. My message to everyone is that if you're going on this just for acne it's not worth it. Try taking out dairy or gluten first from your diet to see if that's causing you to break out. Acne killed my self esteem but I realized I must accept and love what I cannot change. Best wishes to everyone!"


"It worked beautifully, except severe memory problems developed. Have reduced by half to 20mg.  Memory is back but I'm getting up at least 4 times per night.

Before asking to change meds will try ending beverages after 7-8 pm."


"I am beyond excited. I have struggled and Tried Everything.. .nothing worked just worse and worse relapses and shear hell of a Deep fear/Shame. Shut myself away. Just started week 4.
I had bad nausea but it left on day 5. I just reduced and stayed on 25mgs. Then up to 50mgs as instructed by Dr and the C3Foundation. The latter is a brilliant support forum in the journey.
The 1st, 3 days a bottle of red wine lasted all that time!!
I do believe, however, having read Dr David Sinclair's book:"The Cure for Alcoholism, that extinction of much reduction to safe levels does take at least 3-4 months.
It is a miracle! Wish I had found before all my detoxes, nasty punishing treatment centre where I was stripped naked to search me, AA etc. It works"


"The pen normally gets stuck in the middle of the each pens use. I normally throw away 1/4 to 1/2 of the medicine"


"I was on fetzima for about 8 months ending at 100 mg.  I now have severe dry eyes with possible glaucoma.  This medicine make me very manic with severe dry mouth, eyes and dry skin.  I thought is was my sinuses that gave me the terrible pain in my eyes so after waiting to see a specialist ENT and eye Dr. I am stuck with lose of vision .  I have been on antidepressents for years and have never had a problem like this.  I Have been off fetzima for 2 months a still suffering the side effects."


"I can honestly say I hate this form of birth control I never would get a period until a few months ago and for the past 2 months it has been non stop my mood swings are everywhere I'm gaining weight like crazy this birth control is not even worth it."


"Imatrex has helped me 100% with my cluster headaches. Certain foods trigger these painful headaches and even though I know most of the triggers and even though I try to avoid them its impossible to eat and not have at least one or two of these triggers in my food. My doctor tried me on several pain meds for these headaches but nothing worked. The headaches got so bad I was literally pulling my hair out and was thinking about suicide. Then my doctor gave me Imatrex. As long as I know I have access to Imatrex I am fine. I finally went to a wonderful neurologist who has been very patient in trying other meds to work with the Imatrex. I do take the generic of Imatrex."


"My 8 year old son has taken it for two months now. It has helped out a lot in school and with his social behavior. However he has gotten depressed and we have just taken him off it."


"Not good! I've tried regular Seasonique as well as LoSeasonique and although yes, it did get rid of my cysts after only one month, the LoSeasonique caused me to have breakthrough bleeding for almost the whole time that I took it (9 months). Some days it was as much blood as having a period and I even had cramps and nausea that I usually have when I have a period. With regular Seasonique the spotting only happened for the first pack (3 months), but still made me nauseous. But all in all, LoSeasonique's side effects of being in a period-like state for 9 months straight do NOT outweigh the benefit of helping with PCOS."


"I was taking this medication for over two years had to stop it because my memory is terrible. Places I have been going for over ten years I forgot where they were and how to get there. This medicine has messed up my life, even after I stopped it my memory still hasn't returned. I deal with this everyday and it scares me so bad. I have to write things down everyday in order to remember. It did help with my headaches a little but if I had read up on this medication before I started I can promise you I would not have taken it."


"It works well enough when it actually administers the proper dose, which it does about 50% of the time. The side effects, include shaking, nervousness, and headache."


"I was prescribed this medicine to treat my petite mal seizures. I was never warned of any potential side-effects, and never thought to ask, seeing as I had never taken a medicine before. After I began taking this, my seizures graduated to full out grand mal seizures. I couldn't speak, I couldn't understand others' speech, and I couldn't sleep more than a few hours most nights. Everything came to a heads about four months after I began taking the medicine, when I couldn't remember how to say "Bye" to my dad. I would have rather had seizures EVERY day than stay on Topamax! I got off of the medicine, and am now on Lamictal, under which I haven't had any seizures or side-effects in the two years I've been taking it."


"I became very ill taking Aleve on a routine basis. I developed an intestinal ulcer, ringing in my ears, dizziness, vision changes the list goes on. "


"Extremely helpful at 30 mg. Lifted me up from the ground like magic. No noticeably side effects. Hasn't improved my GAD, though."


"Where do I start?! Got it put in Feb. of 2013 & it was a quick easy insertion. Soon after, I was depressed and sad for no reason. I started losing my hair, got terrible acne and gained about 10 pounds.  After the first 6 months of this it calmed down and everything was great! No periods, nothing. Then about 12 months into it, I started bleeding for 3 weeks on and 2 weeks off, this went on for 6 months and then I had it removed.  No one wants to have 3 week long periods. I went to get it out & the doc said she had to cut a second hole because it moved while she was trying to pry it out of the first one. It took about 30 minutes of poking and prodding! Not worth having such big scars."


"I have been on multiple antidepressants for 15 years, most recently Lexapro for 5 years and Abilify for 9 months. The Abilify made me gain 15 lbs. and I've been flat on the Lexapro, like it's not working as well as it used to. My doctor prescribed me Viibryd after taking a genetic test to understand which antidepressant will work best for me. I started on 10mg for 7 days, and I'm on my 5th out of 7 days on the 20mgs. So far my side effects have been minimal; a little diarrhea, some dizziness, kind of a "stuffy head" feeling. As long as I eat before taking it I feel okay. My mood has been much better and I'm not as tired as I was on Lexapro. So far so good!"


"My doctor tried me on a few anti anxiety meds prior to Xanax. I wish it didn't take so long because nothing helps me better than this.  Not only has it improved my life positively (when I'm taking it) but It helps with a variety of stresses - we are only human and I believe No matter how pure your life is sometimes you just need a Xanax. It can be addictive so I do not recommend taking it daily or in large doses."


"I was in a MVA 2004 after which I had to have 6 spine surgeries and 3 total hip replacements and due for a forth. I'm in severe pain most of the time, its hard for me to walk around. When I take my pain medicine I'm able to move a lot better. It doesn't stop all the pain but it makes it bearable."


"Had some side effects when first started blurred vison, bright lite hurts eyes dizzness all gone after 3 weeks for HBP from 180/ down to 120s take every other day but was to be 1 every day but still works fine. crap insurance will not pay for it."


"I had a bad accident in May 2007 and the doctors put me on roxicodone. My life started to fall apart if I didn't have my meds, couldn't function . Missed a lot of work. Outings with my kids, etc. In 2008 I decided to get help so got on methadone and since then being in treatment I have gained so much of my life back. I can function now. I go do things with my kids and I am able to have a normal life again. Like it used to be before my accident. If you ever have a situation like this you need to try this."


"I started taking this medicine 3 days ago for back pain. So far it has been helping a lot. I'm takin three 300mg pills a day. Before this I had been in terrible pain for about 2 months. I've been trying everything I can to get rid of it. Opiates had been the only thing that helped, but I don't like to take addictive drugs if I can avoid it. I literally would just wait until I couldn't bear it any longer and then take one. But so far with these I'm feeling quite a bit better.

The only negative is they definitely have some side effects. They made me a bit dizzy and queasy the first 2 days. I didn't get drowsy from them though. Now that I'm on the 3rd day the side effects seem to be milder. I'm hoping this will last along with the pain relief!"


"DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE. I have had a yeast infection before so I knew I had it again but this time instead of a pill from the doctor I went ahead and bought this. BIG MISTAKE. I took a shower and used this (around 9:00 pm) and woke up about 15 mins ago (3:25 am) and I'm in so much pain and I have never been this swollen in my life and I'm quite frankly scared. Guess it's back to the dr I go."


"I have tried everything out there and for me this is a drug that allows me to finally have a day without pain.  I have had four cervical spine surgeries and two shoulder replacements.

After the surgeries I started having terrible muscle spasms around the neck/shoulder area.  I pretty much gave up and just stayed home.

I feel like a new person."


"Within and hour of taking one pill I was in so much pain.... my stomach had me balled up into the fetal position, then severe diarrhea and vomiting began! If one pill can cause so much havoc I'd hate to see what a second one will do(I will never use this med again).....this was hands down one of the worst and most painful nights of my life! My present state is laying on the bathroom floor "


"After the first 200mg dose, I experienced a powerful, irresistible and complete voiding of my bowel.  It left me weak so I did not take any more for a full day. Then I took half a tablet (100mg) and experienced the same thing again.  At a quarter dose (50mg) the same thing happened.  I think Provigil is an excellent laxative.  It gave (at all those doses) a moderate improvement in wakefulness for about two hours; it did not help with my cataplexy.  Since then 40mg (4 x 10mg) of methylphenidate allows me to stay awake and alert and also eliminates attacks of catalepxy."


"Well when I started this pill, it took 3-4 months to regulate my period and it worked for about 2-3 months. Then I started missing periods and it was gone for 2 months. Finally my period came but I had it for 2 weeks. So then I start the new pack, I'm good for a week then I got my period. It lasts for 4 days then it stops for 5 days. Then it comes back for a full heavy week. It stopped for a couple days and then it came back at the HOMECOMING DANCE. All of this happened before the placebo pills. So currently I am transitioning to a different one. Also it made me very irritable and lowered my sex drive by a ton "


"I feel like this medication is making me feel extremely depressed in a way I haven't suffered before. Unfortunately, my doctor says this can't be the case and it must be my condition ( despite the fact I have never felt this way before)."


"I have suffered from migraines for 32 years, the older I am the worse they become. I have both the Imitrex pills & the shots.  When I am nauseated I must use the shot.  Approx. 1 minute after injection the intense buring in my head & the amplified headache are the worst side effects however NOTHING compared to the migraine.  Usually the migraine is gone in 15 - 30 mins and I sleep it off. There is also the 12 - 24 hour Imitrex hangover from the shot.  Muscles feel as though they are made of jelly, overall wiped out feeling.  The pill does not have the burning effect for me and it takes the full 30 minutes to combat the migraine.  Imitrex is the only medicine which has worked for me consistantly over the years.  I become immune to all other  medicines."


"Day two and I'm feeling a little weird but better than yesterday. I'm on 50 mg to start. I've been on Zoloft before and don't remember feeling like this. Last time I felt better almost instantly. I been off it for about 6 years. I'll stick with it this time because I know it does work."


"I started to take antivan for severe panic attacks. It did calm me down but left me extremely tired in the daytime. I was so tired that I was not able to function well at work. It was helpful at night though. Also, I was told that I could not take this medication for long term use. Eventually, I switched to Celexa and got relief that allowed me to not feel as tired."


"I have had chronic pain/numbness/tingling sensations in the left side of my face for over 15 years. It was slight when it first started, but turned really bad around 2005. I have been on a Vicodin, Tramadol, Fioricets "cocktail" for 8 years. I tried Neurontin for 5 months but it made me sluggish, lazy, and depressed. Neurontin didn't solve anything. Last week a Neuroligist strongly suggested I try Cymbalta, and ease off all other presciption/non prescription pain killers. Within 24 hours I noticed a significant easing of pain sensations in the area of concern, and I have reduced my pain killer intake by 50%, and will cut it down to zero in another week to ten days. This happened in only five days of one 30mg pill a day. A miracle for me."


"Took Paxil for the past 5 years for anxiety/depression/panic. Stopped it 1 year ago to pursue pregnancy. I did well for the 1st 6-8 mos but then began to fall apart. Anxiety, panic attacks, depression all returned. I was put on Prozac because it's pregnancy friendly about 1 week ago. I've had the worst reflux/heartburn I've ever had in my life. I take the pill at night because it made me sleepy the 1st day when I took it in the morning. I'm currently on day 8, the reflux is slightly better but I have increased anxiety/panic. I hadn't had this the 1st week. Does anyone have an similar stories? I appreciate feedback. I'm not sure whether to stick it out on Prozac or switch to a different med."


"52 year old female with years of frequency, especially nighttime.  Have been taking Detrol LA for 1.5 years at bedtime.  Worked very well until recently when I started having to get up at night again.  Doctor is prescribing Synvasc but I'm not crazy about the idea of having to take it an hour before I can eat."


"Drixoral was prescribed for me by my primary physician when it was a prescription drug and when it was changed to over-the-counter medication and has been the only allergy medication to completely relieve my symptoms.

Within the last few weeks, local pharmacies have been unable to receive this product.  Therefore, I now experience nasal & post-nasal thin watery drainage with resulting throat discomfort."


"I've been on this medicine for 8 days and no side effects. I'm slowly coming off the Clozaril because it made me so tired and he put me on Fanapt. Giving it time."


"It helped lighten my period by a lot. I used to have it really heavy for 7-8 days, but now I have it for only 4 and it's light. It also helps my acne. I love it. It's also really cheap. $24 a month isn't bad for birth control."


"Doxylamine (unisom brand) worked for a month or so. Then, it seemed like it actually prevented me from sleeping ! It happened 3-4 times. So, I stopped taking the drug. I started taking it intermittently 3 months later and generally, it does not let me sleep. Does not work for me."


"I am very new at taking this drug for bipolar. I was on Lithium and stopped it due to the weight gain.

So far, it's been 2 days and I already feel good."


"New rheumatologist put me on Savalla after my concerns regarding escalating pain, headaches, fatigue and sleep issues.  First diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 1997,  but recently seemed as if the mild osteoarthritis I had in my shoulder was galloping through my whole body, even waking me up at night.  Combined with the fact that my vitamin D levels were low, which exacerbates the symptoms, I was a hurting unit.  Now on Day 8 of Savalla at 50 mg morning and evening.  Had no side effects, actually didn't think it was working at all, since I couldn't even tell I was on it.  But I'm noticing a distinct lessening of pain, sounder sleep, and less stiffness in the morning.  I realized today, I think we may be on to something!  Hope the improvement continues."


"After 2 years of terrible 3 days disabling migraines I did have a break from the migraines with this medicine. It took 2 months to decrease pain from 8 to 2. I do have to follow a very strict diet , I use the pre-diabetic diet even though I'm not have diabetes."


"It took me down from a manic episode relatively quickly, but after the mania stopped, I just felt sedated all the time.   I don't love seroquel, but it has its benefits."


"The only side effect that happened to me was spotting in the first 2 weeks. After that everything was okay, better that IUD. "


"I gave Adderall an 8 out of 10 because it is very effective, anyone who is narcoleptic (which is why I use this medicine) will stay awake completely. Depending on the dosage you can stay awake anywhere from 5 hours to even more than 12. The down side to this medicine, and let me be clear that it is just with my experience is that it can make you jittery and excited. It also gave me "false confidence" and just overall made me more outgoing than I usually. Also I found that the first time I used it it gave me quite a high, which I eventually got used to. After several days I started hallucinating things and got paranoid. There are definitely some psychological side effects even more than the ones that I've experienced. "


"I am only about 4 weeks in since getting the mirena inserted. My personal experience with insertion was okay. It was quite pinchy, but only for a short few seconds. I found the more relaxed I was the better I could handle the discomfort. Right after having it inserted, I felt somewhat extreme cramping which subsided within a minute. The next two days following I had moderate period like cramps which made me quite irritable. The most annoying part is that I haven't stopped bleeding since insertion.. people say "spotting" but it's a consistent flow of blood.. not extremely heavy, but not extremely light either. It's rather annoying.because blood doesn't smell great and how is anyone supposed to enjoy their sex life when they're bleeding!?!?!?"


"I was taking pain medication because of tonsilectomy and hadn't had any bowel movements in 5 Nights I took 6 TSP on the 5th night and went to sleep with nothing in the morning,I then drank some water and had another 6 TSP in the morning and waiting 1 hour which promptly has been clearing my bowels.I haven't pooped myself like many others"


"I've used this twice for a flare up as it was thought that I was allergic to steroids. This medication is a gel, injected.  Its about a 2 week course (2 vials) and slowly stimulates your own steroids production to help with flare ups.  My own experience is that I felt very ill during the first week, as steroid production amps up, you get the typical steroid feelings. it is very expensive, but my insurance paid for this. "


"Diflucan can change the serum level of Dilantin. In my father's case, it drove his Dilantin level to toxic levels within a matter of days (it reached 32; the normal threshold for seizure protection is a level between 10 and 20). His infectious disease specialist knew that he was on Dilantin (for a brain tumor) but did not warn us of a possible interaction. It took us a while to "even things out" afterward."


"After 10 years on Oral medications for Type 2,  I was finally advised to go on injectable Bydureon.  I am adverse to needles and never injected before.  I have been injecting for 3 weeks.  First week, was trial with no issues to report.  Second week,  I had a injection sight reaction- some bruising which faded over a number of days.  Third week,  no issues.  I have not seen most of the negative side effects. No sickness, No Nausea.  I did notice that the medicine makes you feel full, but it did not take away my appetite. I had did have some mild heart burn. Not sure if it is associated. The Pen/Needle is larger and a little more intimidating. I have not seen any significant improvement in my glucose control at this point."


"I have been on Plaquenil for 11 months. It took 6 months to the day for it to start working and then, heaven set in. The pain diminished significantly. I have a flare up now, for the first time and wondering what to do. I've taken Aleeve, but no luck. I only seem to have a flare up during that particular time of the month, maybe something to do with water retention or hormones. Only side effect so far is upset stomach, take with food and in the middle of the day and much better."


"I have had no problems. I'm am half way through my second week and have not experienced any difficulties. I am hoping it will control my appetite, though. Gave it a 10."


"Had my thyroid removed at age 9 (cancer) 38 yrs ago. Been on Synthroid ever since then. My dosage has changed over the years. I am now on 150 mg (blue tablets) I have been getting a all over skin rash and itching for the last 4 months.  After numerous tests my doctor told me it may be the dye in the blue 150 mg tablets.  Has anyone else experienced this problem?  I just switched today to take the 50 mg (white tablets with no dye) three times a day. I am hoping this was the problem."


"It works but of course it tastes awful, also your pee will be dark and have a smell so drink plenty of water. Discharge is normal since it's cleaning all the bacteria. Make sure you replenish the good bacteria by eating yogurt or using probiotic suppositories."


"Just had this done 5 days ago, finally something that works, after trying various medications for nearly 20 years, no more incontinence pads during the day, and had first night sleep without getting up 3 or four times to go to toilet.  I would recommend this.  Only wish it had been done years ago. I know its early days yet for me, but great improvement so far."


"I have enlarged prostate and erections that are about half erect. I was allergic to all other meds that treat this. Dr. suggested 5 mg Cialis. I'm ecstatic at the results. My erections are harder than ever. And urinating like 20 year old again. And best of all my insurance company pay for all, no co-pay because only medicine I can take for this. Never been this happy. Only side effect is very mild headache at first. Only last few minutes."


"I have been on it for about two months and it truly works for those panic attacks. Really good, and is not as addicting as Xanax! I would recommend for panic and anxiety."


"I was diagnosed with juvinel rheumatoid arthritis when I was 12, you name the medication.. I've been on it. I'm 28 now and this is the first drug to help me the most. Been on drug 6months."


"I have suffered from Hyperhidrosis since childhood. I always wished to live a normal life just like other people though I saw other people suffered differently and I kept myself silent and cried in silence. It took me more time to prepare myself travelling on trains and buses so people won't smell my sweat (mold smell) from my feet. I could wipe my hands constantly but feet was hard to manage. Today I feel so happy and positive taking oxybutynin. I have no thoughts about sweat. I used to wonder how would a medication control my brain? The minute I thought about sweat, it would appear! but I am sweat free because of this medication and I am thankful of researchers, doctors, scientist, pharmaceutical companies and of course above all God."


"its hard to deal with metformin i have been on this drug about 6 months now it does settle but takes a while as they increase you dose every so often but my periods have become more regular and i have lost nearly 2 stone but the side affects are horrible at time but i stuck to it and its really helped me"


"I've been on Abilify for about 3 weeks, along with trazadone for insomina and anxiety, and tapering off Paxil. I've noticed a significant improvement in controlling my emotions, and for the most part am a lot calmer. Suffered some side effects such as restlessness, and the shakes but overall the positives outweigh the negatives. I started off on a very low, 2.5 mg, dose but expect to have this raised at my next appointment with the Doctor."


"Had a sigmoidoscopy the other week, first time, and got given Moviprep by the hospital to take in advance. Only had to take 1L and I could get up at 6am to take for a 13:30 appointment. Found it incredibly hard to drink, THAT TASTE!! Ugh! As if those horrible backless hospital shorts and the procedure done wasn't bad enough.
You can imagine my horror when I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis (boo, but at least the last time was now definitely worth it) and the Doc said he wanted to send me for a Colonoscopy. Staring 2L in the face this afternoon, and already I have the shakes! First pint glass in, and it's definitely better to just get two straws. Started working within ten minutes."


"Ever since I started using this, (thanks so much, doc!) I have been in Heaven. I have had problems sleeping for months, maybe even a year but not as extreme then. I start to feel tired and my eyes start to want to shut just 20-25 mins after I take this! The "window of opportunity" where it is most obvious it's working (when I feel sleepiest) is (obviously) the time I go to bed. The one time I missed that window was out of experimentation, as I wanted to know if it would knock me out as I was sitting on my couch. Didn't work! When I went to bed that night it was very hard to do so. So now, I ALWAYS head straight to bed when I feel sleepiest."


"The pill worked great at preventing babies, but it did make me extremely tired all the time. Plus it made me super emotional, crying about the littlest of things to being angry about everything. It also made my skin break out really bad."


Chondroitin / glucosamine / methylsulfonylmethane

"While I was able to take this it helped my knee pain a little. Problem was severe swelling in my feet an ankles. Began about 5-6 days after starting. I quit and tried again two months later with the same results."


Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate calcium

"I was taking Yaz .. it worked great, I lost weight, my skin and hair is healthier. Now I have been switched to Beyaz and the first day I noticed I was craving and hungry late at night. It's only been a week and I do not like the side effects. "


"I have tremors after taking Neurontin for only two weeks I have noticed a marked improvement."


"I have taken this medication many times for pneumonia and bronchitis infections.  While it appears to work well, I am concerned about building resistance to this medication. "


"I'm 17 and I had my Mirena inserted today. I've never had a child nor have I been pregnant. The insertion only took about 4-5 minutes. Yes, it was painful but not unbearable but that was only because I've never had anything in or out of my cervix other then being on my period. I had cramping, but because of the ibuprofen I fell asleep as soon as I got home. When I woke up all the pain was gone. The experience was uncomfortable but overall it was a fast easy process."


"So far I have had excellent results using Accutane."


"I am a woman nearing 40 who has dealt with a handful of health issues; Degenerative joint disease in both TMJ joints (20+ years), chronic migraines (20+ years), depression (20 years), and High blood pressure (6 years). I have been taking 250mg of Effexor for MANY years. Due to chronic pain my doc increased my dose to 300mg in spring. Since then my life has fallen to pieces. I have such terrible nightmares both at night and when I nap that I wake my entire 2 storey house. I have cold sweats and need to be woke up. I am usually in tears because as soon as I close my eyes I am right back in the nightmare. This goes on night after night. I am in a VICIOUS and scary cycle."


"I have been on 5 birth control pills in the past 6 years, and Loestrin 24 is by far the best. I was taking Loestrin, but a different dosage and like it. I switched to Yaz because it was cheaper. I already didn't like Yaz, and that's when my insurance company switched me to the generic Ocella...horrible life decision.  I had horrible mood swings and pretty much had no control over my anger.  My boyfriend and I both recognized that there was a major problem and went back to my doctor who was able to put me back on Loestrin, but this time the Loestrin 24.  It has been a God send.  I had spotting and bleeding for about 3 weeks and now, barely anything.  No complaints and I'm sure my boyfriend (now fiance) appreciates it too."


"The therapeutic effect is not as immediate or apparent as Serostim (which I took for weight loss due to AIDS-related wasting). However, its effect, although more subtle, is nevertheless quite extraordinary! The fat is slowly subsiding, even in the back around the waistline (which is SUPER DIFFICULT to get rid of!). The most obvious effect, although secondary to the therapeutic aim of reducing abdominal fatty tissue, is the absolutely fabulous change in my skin texture, color, and overall health. My skin heals at 500% its normal speed. Even fine line wrinkles are lessening in the cheeks and eyes."


"I feel that this contraceptive has both positive and negative effects. I'm a little disappointed my breasts have not grown at all since I've been on Aviane. My moods are slightly more moody, but my cramps and periods are painless. This is a lower level of birth control - meaning it won't make you gain weight or any other negative side effects others would cause."


"I'm a 22 year old female, recently diagnosed with bipolar, I took this medication for a month and it was pure hell, made me an emotional wreck (never was emotional) crying out of nowhere, made my anxiety even worse, made me extremely tired, made me paranoid to the point where I thought I was going to die. Over all I have no positive notes to tell. Didn't work for me but hey everyone is different."


"Yeah  I really had no side effects during the pills except for fatigue and the occasional shooting pain in the liver area. After I was finished with my dosage I started having pain in my liver this went on for about two months (I was drinking a lot though). Now I feel as fit as a fiddle and energy is back no pains and I can have a glass wine from time to time."


"I've had mirena for a month now, other than the off and on bleeding I've experienced no crazy hormonal changes or weight gain. I was worried to start a birth control with heavy hormones because everything I've tried when I was younger really packed on the pounds. After giving birth to my little one I decided mirena was the right choice for me. I'm super happy so far with my choice although I can't wait for the constant bleeding to stop but I know it will with time. I also felt nothing with the insertion process but I think it's because I recently had a baby."


"I've been on this medication for 3 years. Women: realize that any time you switch birth control you will feel funny for a few months. Once you clear that hurdle, this medication is great. I have perfectly clear skin, light periods and have not gained a pound. I'm switching to Implanon only because I'm tired of remembering to take a pill every day."


"Works like a charm but it is super expensive."


"Started taking this on Monday and my insurance has covered this only $10 copayment and the needles were $30 I've already lost about 2 lbs in 4 days nausea is definitely the biggest side effect for me and recently started getting heart burn but it's worth it.  My appetite has gone down a lot I'm forcing myself to eat small portions through out the day will check back in in a couple weeks"


"I have been taking the phentermine for month and lost 3 pounds. When I could eat, I ate whatever I wanted. I drank alot of water and just stayed active around the house and at work. I just got prescribed to Topamax today. I have taken this drug before years ago for bi polar disorder and the only side effect I had from it was memory loss and confusion so I had to stop taking cause there's no way I would be able to work on that but I am going to give it a try with the phentermine now cause I am desperate to lose weight at this point."


"The only medication that has taken care of my yeast problem."


"Excellent I'm so glad I was given the medication I feel so much better"


"I am 34 and without any other noticeable symptoms, I lost my voice for a month. I found out it was caused by acid reflux. Omeprazole has really done the trick, with no significant side effects, but like some others here, I am concerned about the long term health effects of taking a drug indefinitely. I hope to find a natural solution soon."


"BAD nausea - really afraid I was going to throw up and not keep my heart meds down!  Excruciating foot cramps, leg cramps, no appetite, fatigue and couldn't wait to get done with these pills. I was up pretty much all night with insomnia and the foot cramps that wouldn't go away - night after night. My husband told me to bear through it and stay on the meds for the 7 days as this was my second bout with bronchitis in a month. Even drinking a lot of water didn't help with it. Took yogurt and STILL had nausea. These pills are AWFUL!!!! I will NEVER, EVER take this poison again! Expensive $80 for 7 days. Too many bad side effects. "


"I have had treatment resistant Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In terms of medications I have tried, I honestly would not have enough place to list them.

I also suffer from "Simple Schizophrenia" This diagnosis is recognized almost all regions of the world except for the US.

Simple Schizophrenia converted to US psychiatry would be: Schizophrenia Not Otherwise Stated, With Prominent "Negative Symptoms"

Negative symptoms consist of the following: Avolition,social withdraw, socially awkward, dysthymia (mild depression) social anxiety W/O paranoia or delusions of reference.

 So far, taking 1 mg daily has been profoundly helpful."


"Gabapentin saved my life! It literally cured EVERYTHING FOR ME, that nothing else could treat: migraine, nerve pain, muscle pain, anxiety, ADHD, and depression. I feel like I'm free to be myself again. And I can focus, breath, and smile. Thank you God. I Seriously recommend it to anyone with any of my diseases."


"I usually use acyclovir to treat my cold sores. Didn't have it with me and bought abreva. This product didn't have any effect. Cold sore kept getting bigger, forming new blisters. This is the worst, more and bigger blisters than I ever had. A waste of money."


"Plan b worked I'm not pregnant. My period came a week early but hasn't stopped yet. I'm on day 22 of my period, although it's light it won't quit. Also experienced bloating, cramps, and breast soreness. Took the pill within an hour of the initial accident."


"So I got my Mirena inserted exactly 1hr ago. I was nervous & scared from all the negative reviews I had read. I took 800mg Ibuprofen & 2x Panadiene an hour before.
I lied down. I relaxed and just breathed. They checked my uterus position. Cleaned me with betadine. Put in the speculum. Put topical anesthetic on my cervix.  And I felt a strange cramp feeling deep inside as they inserted the Mirena probe thing. And before I knew it, it was over!

That was it. Done! Way less painful than I was expecting!

Obviously I haven't had it in long enough for other side effects.

But if you're scared about the insertion, be aware that it's not terrible for everyone (I'm sure it is for some). But don't get worried, just relax!"


"Best decision of my life! My acne since I've had in fourth grade is gone, and I feel so much happier. My confidence has increased massively and I am no longer depressed. The medicine did make me drowsy, ill-tempered, dry skin, and horrendous break outs. But, overall this medicine has worked wonders for me and is completely worth it!"


"I've had the implant for 2 months. This past week I was hospitalized for stroke-like symptoms. After several tests it was concluded that the hormones from the implant were causing complex migraines. I don't know why I was not asked if I am prone to migraines, because it would've saved me a lot of trouble. If you are thinking of using the implant, please discuss it carefully with your doctor. No one expressed concern about migraines like they should have with me. If you are prone to migraines, I highly recommend you do NOT have the implant."


"Noticeable difference after 2 weeks."


"I've been taking this medicine for over 10 years, I have gone as high 300 mg down to 100mg.  My latest depression episode ( this is my third) I'm taking the 300 mg and amplify but it's not helping I'm thinking of taking 375 mg and see if that helps me."


"After a series of operations on my lower back the nerve scarring caused chronic pain. After being prescribed one pain medication after another I was finally referred to a pain specialist. In 2000 I was put onto Oxy-contin at 30mg twice a day. After less than 3 months I suffered very bad withdrawal symptoms after missing the morning dose. The pain during those hours seemed to increase tenfold. By 2003 the dose had increased to 60mg three times a day. I have now been taking Oxycontin for 9 years. I still have break through pain that keeps me from most activities and my heart and lungs have been affected. I would like to stop taking the medication but have bad withdrawals."


"I had clear skin up until about age 18 when I went on birth control and my skin got pretty out of control. I'm 20 now and finally went to the doctor. They gave me Atralin and 14 days of 100mg doxycycline once daily. I've been using Atralin for about 2-3 weeks now, I started seeing results immediately. My skin did get a little dry and flaky, but finding a good moisturizer really helped that. I quit using Atralin for about a week after getting really sick and I did break out with some whiteheads once I started applying it again. Those went away pretty quickly though. This stuff is AMAZING. I look forward to using it every night and I don't get upset when I look in the mirror anymore! Definitely recommend this! I love it!!"


"This product works very well for me.  I suffer bad headaches brought on by TMJ syndrome.  Most times, I am completely pain free within 2 hours after taking a single dose.  I have never had to take a second dose."


"I am a 49 year old white male that was diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis just after my 47th birthday. It took 7 years of various tests before I was finally diagnosed. Mestinon side effects for me was hot flashes, diarrhea so bad that I often wondered which was worse; MG Symptoms or the Mesinon Side Effects. I did however tolerate it and learn to adjust dosage so I could go hiking."


"I have been on tolterodine for about 9 days now and I haven't had the embarrassing accidents but during the day I still go a lot but not as often. On the other hand I am getting more sleep only getting up once compared to 5 times as I was use to. I do get mild headaches and really dry mouth but it is worth it to not have to locate the nearest facility every where I go."


"Fanapt was the third medication I tried to treat mood swings associated with Bipolar Disorder.  It has worked wonders for me!  It decreased my emotional reactivity so that I am able to perform well at work.  I have less anxiety and my hypomanic episodes are not only fewer, but also less intense.

I really wish that it was less expensive, though.  My insurance will not cover it and even if it did, it is so expensive that it would consume more than half of my annual benefit allotment.  I hope I can find a way to continue taking it.  It has made such a difference for me."


"My Dr. Prescribed amlodipine I've only been on it a week. Now having terrible stomach pain & I mean unbearable. Red rash flare ups on my arms. Taking myself off of the crap."


"As a pharmacy technician, the advice in this column recommends that unused portions of the drug should be flushed in the toilet.  This is an incorrect myth.  Drugs flushed in the toilet can contaminate our resources and water supply.  Any drugs not used should be turned into a pharmacy so proper disposal can be taken care of.
***
Editor's Note - Only about a dozen drugs, such as powerful
narcotic pain relievers and other controlled substances, carry instructions for flushing to reduce the danger of unintentional use or overdose and illegal abuse.
The FDA worked with the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to develop the first consumer guidance for proper disposal of prescription drugs.
See http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm101653.htm"


"I recently started on Opana ER 20 mg, every 12 hours with Opana 5 mg as needed (up to two) for break through pain. Opana is amazing. I have very little break through pain and it's not bad at all. I have no side effects from the Opana and was taking a total of 60 mg's of Norco (per 24 hours) prior to this. The best thing is no more horrible pain like when the Norco was wearing off. I feel human again and can shop and do things I did before I got hurt. I would like to note that I have read a lot of things on various web sites that seem as though people are looking to get high from pain medicines as opposed to live pain free from them. After I had my surgery a year ago I had that horrible feeling of being "stoned" from simple Hydrocodone and I hated it."


"I've been on Rythmol 225 SR twice a day for over 8 years.  My instances of Atrial Fibrillation are once or twice in a 6-month period.  I am happy with the way it works!"


"Regimex did curve my appetite but it also made me very moody and irritated. I stopped taking it after just one week. I think I'm very sensitive to these types of medicines because Adipex did the same thing and I had to stop it as well."


"I'm on day 7 of the medication and down 8 pounds.  No desire to snack and I'm full very quickly.  I'm not experiencing increased energy but I'm sleeping less. I started at 244.4 and an down to 236.4....
Fingers crossed this weight loss continues!"


"I have been on Remicade since April after not getting any relief from Inbrel or Humira.

The initial relief was wonderful, but the results since then have been very unreliable.  I find that the week before my infusion is due, I am in terrible pain all over again.  I also have a hard time with the methotrexate, it makes my stomach very upset and wipes me out the day I have to take it."


"I got the Paraguard inserted about 2 months ago while on my period. Insertion was painful, it felt like sharp pinching. On the way home I started feeling nauseated and light headed. I stepped out of my car everything turned white!! I kept walking slowly and plopped myself on my bed. It was so uncomfortable. Next few days were horrible! I experienced severe menstrual cramps, 10/10 pain. I cried every time my uterus cramped up. After my period I was ok. I would randomly get this really bad pain down my left leg to my knee. 8/10 pain. The next period was even worse!! I cried for 2 nights, couldn't sleep. Now on my period again and it's not bad at all. Back to normal cramps. Overall, heavier periods, but no weight gain, no acne, no pregnancy."


"I was prescribed Xarelto for two months after I got a Deep Vein Thrombsis and pulmonary embolisms and it definitely worked as prescribed.  I did bruise very easily, but that was a small price to pay to completely get rid of my DVT and show no signs of it 3 months later."


"It had taken me over 50 years to find something that is effective for motion sickness so I'm an enormous fan of Scopolamine. I'd tried Stugeron, Dramamine, Avomine & Valloids but none of them seemed to work. After research on the web, I persuaded my GP to prescribe Scoploamine for our last trip to Africa & it worked. This weekend I used it to control the nausea of labrynthitis. The only side effect seems to be a dry mouth."


"Of all the medicines I have tried for alleviating anxiety, this was the ONLY one that really worked. I suffer from the co-morbidity of depression as well as mild ADHD and am now trying 1-3mg (as needed) usually 1mg in the morning and 2mg if I experience panic attacks. It has helped me function normally during periods of unbelievable stress (divorce,  bankruptcy, separation from my beloved kids) and ongoing emotional trauma. It doesn't interfere with other medicines (Zoloft and Concerta) and is wonderfully calming. "


"I was on Rebif and it worked well for me. Ten years later I started having Multiple Sclerosis attacks about every 3 months. It was like my body had built up a tolerance for Rebif, so I started on Gilenya. In fact I would have rated it a ten. I unfortunately broke my foot and ankle. I ended up needing two surgeries. I had a MS attack after each surgery. I believe the attacks were brought on by such a trauma to my body. I am still taking Gilenya and have had no side affects or another attack."


"My teenager daughter was recently diagnosed with ADHD to no surprise to anyone.  She managed well until high school and was then put on Daytrana. she has experienced no side effects except decrease in appetite and if she keeps the patch on too long she might have difficulty falling asleep.  Her focus has improved substantially and she is able to do her school work.  However as everyone knows this medication only solves one piece of the puzzle.  Overall she does not seem to have the rebound issues that people have with the medications taken by mouth."


"I was concerned because when I take this medicine I have the most bizarre dreams. I mean they are really out there and the funny thing is I remember them, and and go back if I think about them and continue the dream.  To me this would be ok if the dreams were pleasant but they are not always."


"I was on other proton pump inhibitors but had a constant headache while using them. Aciphex relieves my symptoms with no percieved side effects. Great drug and I've been on it for over 10 years. I have no evidence of further esophageal erosion and have been diagnosed by biopsy of having Barrett's esophagus. I can eat anything now."


"I switched to Cryselle two months ago because my periods were very heavy on my old birth control.  Since switching to Cryselle, my periods are very light, I have very little cramping, my face has been clearer and I have been headache free.  I wish that  I had switched sooner."


"I tried Savella when it first came out and went off of it due to nausea. My doctor asked me to try it again so I did. I am now sleeping 2 or 3 hours at at time and having terrible nightmares. My blood pressure is normally 120/80 I went to a different doctor last week for another appointment and it was 168/100. Didn't know why until I read this article. Have terrible bloating. Disappointed."


"WARNING! I received two injections, and it was the worst 6 months of my life. This should come with EXPLICIT warnings, but didn't.  I came down with severe anxiety and depression.  My life fell apart and I had to leave town to regroup.  My interpersonal relationships unravelled. I was so depressed I couldn't move.  I saw a pyschiatrist and he suggested that the depression could very well have been due to the depo shot - he's seen it affect others like this as well.  Also, I rapidly gained 15-20 lbs.  It's been 8 months since my last injection and I am ECSTATIC to report my period finally came back. It can take that long to leave the system! This is a dangerous drug. Monitor your mental health closely. In fact don't do it"


"This pills are a blessing! I started with 50mg ER twice a day, then increased to 2 x 50mg twice a day. 3 days ago it was increased again to 150mg ER twice a day and 75mg for breakthroughs pain.
I think the ER dosage will get increased once more to reduce the amount of the 75's I'm taking through the day as I've have had to take them every 6 h.
I have quite a few side effects: hot flashes, sweating, incredibly itchy, very shakey, decrease appetite, nausea and today for the first time, vomiting.

BUT, I'm about 80% pain free and to me, that's a win. I'll take the side effects (maybe not so much the vomiting), especially the decreased appetite LOL

I have tried Dilauded, Naproxin, Percocet and a couple others that I can't remember the names"


"I have severe Delayed sleep phase syndrome (DSPS) and insomnia.  Belsomra does not help me with sleep onset. I get maybe 4 hours light sleep when I use 20 mg."


"This is the second time that I have used Chantix to quit smoking.  Both times it worked great.  The dreams are vivid and strange, in my case they were not scary dreams but unusual settings and occurrences.  I did however have profound and voluminous gas.

I am now 40 days smoke free and have stopped taking the medication by weaning my self off slowly.  I am experiencing much more intense psychological cravings centered around triggers.   These cravings are very intense albeit short in duration.

I may have come off of the medication too early or may have weaned myself off incorrectly.  I am able to control these cravings for the time being."


"I am taking phentermine for the second time, I had amazing results the first time and knew where to go when I realized I had gained a huge amount of weight. My husband and I started taking it Feb 1st and today is the 29th, I've lost 28 pounds and he's lost 30. We still have a ways to go but I definitely recommend this diet pill. I'm aiming to lose 44 more pounds!"


"Ive been on the shot for about a year now and i absolutely hate it!!!! Ive gained so much weight and were talking like 40 lbs. Its like i cant stop eating. My cravings are absolutely horrible. Im always hungry. I work out here and there but i cant seem to lose the weight. Im 17 years old. This birth control method is not something i would suggest to anyone except for the fact that it is very effective against pregnancy"


"I went to my doctor for the purpose of skipping a period for my honeymoon he put me on Blisovi Fe 1/20. I skipped the sugar pills as directed and day one of honeymoon period came today is day 8 still bleeding longer and cramping more than I ever do! I have never had this issue with any other pill!! If you want longer periods you should take this pill "


"This medication isn't that effective compared to taking Norco since Norco releases most of its metabolytes within an hour immediately causing pain relief. Switching over to Hysingla has not only cost me way more money per month but also has caused me to have severe withdrawals and pain to due it's very slow time release of the medication. I take 20 mg of Norco at a time tid and I'm on the Hysingla 30mg. So with that being said, my body is used to 20mg of morphine every 6 hours.  If I'm on the Hysingla 30, it means I'm only getting approximately 1.25mg an hour.  That causes the concentration of my morphine levels to drop rapidly. Bottom line, this medication does not work unless you have minor pain that can wait a while till this medication"


"My last test results were today Sweeeeeet stress went out the window, Hep C Free, It trully is the cure matter of factly  My last test was 4 months after the last pill, becuse I moved and it took that long to get set up for blood work. Harvoni! thank YOU, Thank You! ThankYOU!, I was CURED BY HARVONI, My royal Blood is clean Blood now..

earthsgold"


"I have been on this medicine for approx a week with no benefits whatsoever. I am taking 60 mg(12ml) a day. Dexedrine, on the other hand, has very positive reviews and will be asking for Dexedrine next appt."


"I got the prescription  2 years ago, I have for a long time 10 + years had a very irregular sleep pattern as my wife will say. So I don't like taking pills at all. So it took almost 18 months for me the try it. It works good. I actually get a restful nights sleep. I cut them in half so I can get them to last longer and I wake rather refreshed. I did take a whole one a while ago and was grocery after I woke. I think I went back to sleep and woke at 10 am. I usually go to bed before 10 pm. I am 55 300  5 10 .  have thyroid problems. or no Thyroid any more.  New hip last year New rotter cuff in 6 to 8 weeks I hope. I think it works great. I only use it one or two times a week. Hope this helps"


"Ive been on Depo on about three months, and Im just about to get my second shot. My arm really ached for a couple days after the shot, but eventually that went away. The first month was really rough, I had a continuous period for the whole month, I had major mood swings, major cramping. It was hell, and if you would have asked me, I would have told you that I would not get another shot. The second month wasnt too bad, although I had quite a bit of spotting and this month has been better. It's getting better and Im feeling positvely about getting my second shot."


"Neurontin has helped me be able to live a more normal life by cutting my pain levels significantly and allowing me to require less pain meds."


"I started taking depression medicine when I was 11 years old. I am now 24 and I have been on probably 10 different antidepressants over the years. Nothing has had such a positive effect on me as Cymbalta has. I am truly happy for the first time in a long time. I've been taking Cymbalta for about 8 months now and I feel great. I have also been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, which is one reason why my doctor thought Cymbalta would be best. Cymbalta has also helped some with my aches and pains. I have very little side effects with this medicine. I get nauseous once in a while and am tired a lot, but it's nothing compared to being without Cymbalta. This is by far the best medicine for depression and fibromyalgia."


"Quitting was effortless!! I did have nausea throughout the entire treatment after taking the pill for a couple hours and has done very vivid, sometimes horrible dreams, but the side effects were worth it!"


"My son's doctor gave him this to try. It's pretty much the same as Adderall. I didn't see a big difference in his behavior compared to generic Adderall. There's not much point in paying a premium price (no generic) for the same effectiveness as his usual med."


"My son was about 7 when he started taking Humatrope.  He was extremely small for his age and was not even on the growth curve. Although he had maintained his own small growth curve.  When that curve started to invert, we put him on this.  He gets a shot every night.  He is now 9 years old and growing at twice the velocity that he had been growing at.  He is still small, but he does not stand out so drastically among his peers.  We have been very happy with the results and plan to continue the medication."


"I started using Xanax XR about 2 yrs ago and it has been a life saver for me. I was suffering from really bad anxiety that would bring on bad panic attacks that sent me to the ER twice. My doctor started me out at 1mg once a day then she decreased it to 0.5mg about a yer ago and that's what I've been taking. I hated the way I felt for a day or two when I was brought down to 0.5mg's so that has made me too scared to even try to start weaning off of it. I can function perfectly well on this medication. "


"I have been on this birth control for 3.5 years and it has been great. I never have breakthrough bleeding, and my period comes for 4 days on the Monday morning around 11am after the last active pill. I've lost 10lbs over the years while being on the pill and did not gain any weight when I first started it. If I skip one pill, I do start bleeding but that has only happened a couple of times over the years. My skin was flawless for a year but now I get a couple small breakouts here and there enough to try a new pill. I have noticed a reduction in libido over time but it's minimal and manageable. The other generic versions (Nortrel, cyclafem, etc.) do not react the same at all and I cannot take those."


"I have been on levo for a year and a half and I have experienced a few side affects tha are not mentioned when prescribed I have heart burn, acid reflux, brain fog, always tired all the time but I love this med it has my periods back to normal which is what I was hoping for so its worth the side affects before being tested I didn't have a period in 18 months."


"Tried this med after failure with a few other drugs (paxil, lexapro, remeron, prozac, buspar).  Figured since I really wasn't tolerating the SSRIs that maybe I had a dopamine or norepinephrine problem.  I have anxious depression.  Could only tolerate this medication for about a week and a half and I consider myself pretty strong and able to suck it up since these meds take time to work.  My sleep became terrible (nightmares, even if I did sleep) and I was super anxious, dizzy, and shaky all day.  Week and a half and I had to call it quits.  Would not recommend this if you have anxiety but then again, some people get anxiety relief from similar norepinephrine drugs  (Wellbutrin or Pristiq).  Not for me.  Oh, and the cost was insane.  $300/mo"


"I am 23, no children, and very petite. I was on the birth control patch before the Skyla and enjoyed it but wanted something more long term.

Going into the appointment I was anxious but my doctor was very gentle. To be honest, yes it hurt but was over quickly. I had a great experience and think it's great for people who are looking for more protection and less hassle"


"I first had the Mirena inserted in 2008 about 6 weeks after I had a baby.. I had always suffered from unbearable cramps, irregular long MISERABLE periods.. So I thought what the heck I'll get this awesome little thing and kill two birds with one stone. I LOVE it!!! I literally haven't had a period or spotting since the day I got it put in and have not even remotely had a pregnancy "scare" I have recommended it to many people, but it doesn't work the same for everyone. Insertion both times (I'm 3 years into my second one) was easy. The first time I had normal period like cramps the day of, and the second time they just switched out the old for the new and I had zero symptoms. Aunt flow didn't even come. I highly recommend at least trying it!"


"I have been taking orlistat for 4 months now! I have lost 3 stone in 4 months these pills are amazing! Had a few accidents in the beginning! So now I know what I can and cannot eat. to be honest my diet hasn't changed much I've just cut down, I feel that if I was exercising along with taking these pills! I'd lose more weight! But I'm happy with the results so far just 1 stone more to go and I'll be happy."


"I have suffered from chronic Migrain since I was about 6 years old, I am now 20 and have been using zolmitriptan for a little over 2 years. This prescription has changed my life for the better! My migraines controlled my life, I could never make plans to do anything because I wasn't sure If I was going to get a migrain attack or not, and with my luck 8 times out of 10 I did. The first time I look zolmitriptan I was going on my 2 day of a horrible migrain, as soon as I swallowed the disolving pill my migrain was gone!I find that I get better results in releaving a migrain if I take the pill right when I feel one coming.Some side effects for me is-fatigue, frequent urination, hunger and naeousia but we'll worth the side effects in my opinion."


"My experience with this medication has been great. Until today. This medication will make you test positive for amphetamines or methamphetamines. Today I went to take a blood test for a job. I FAILED for methamphetamines. I didn't get the job obviously. I found out about this by googling every medication I take, and ranitidine is known to cause false positives for methamphetamine. Users of this medication beware."


"I agreed 100% with " GrandmaMickey69" about how she feels 'cause of the discontinuation of this miracle eye drops"'hypo tears" It's a disgrace for myself"


"Had no issues on this! No noticeable weight gain or change in mood or anything. Got my period during the placebo week which was nice, because my period was super irregular before (got it anywhere from 28 to 54 days in between cycles). Only once did I start getting my period a day or two before the placebo week, so my OBGYN put me on an extra dose of estrogen pills the next month to balance it out. That seemed to fix it. My acne cleared up a bit too. Only switched off it to get an IUD, but if I was going to stay on an oral BC I would have had no reason to leave this one."


"I just picked up my 37.5mg phentermine today and boy I was so excited to get it..I am 28yrs old and I struggle with my weight.  I am 280lbs and want to lose 100lbs...but anywoow I take half a pill boy oh boy in minutes I feel no hunger the only side effect is dry mouth but I have no problem with that just leads me to drink more water which is good "


"I am 75, and not ready to give up.  5mgs and an hour later it is raging.  It really works and I even last longer than when younger.  I am sold."


"Tried to take statins in past and can't tolerate them.  Tried Niacin approach which didn't work.  Three months on Repatha and my cholesterol went from 330 to 143.  No change in diet.  wow.  It works!   No side effects.  Easy to self inject.  miracle drug we have been waiting for."


"Earlier uses were no trouble and worked. The problem is that it depletes your system of magnesium and then your tendons just shred. The effect is cumulative, the more often you take it the more likely it is to hurt you. Be very careful and only take when there isn't an alternative. I have been suffering for three months from the damage it did and it didn't cure the UTI."


"I started this pill 3 weeks ago and it is really working for me. I am much happier and my attacks are gone. The first night I had terrible pains in my stomach but after that night no more problems. I am on 60mgs and the only negative thing I have noticed about it is that if I forget to take it I get a really bad headache in the morning and feel hung over. Overall I love it."


"Do not use this product!  I had/have all the same negative symptoms listed below by others.  In addition, I had massive migraine headaches, sore throat, runny nose, stomach issues, itching in areas I did not use the product, acne, dry eyes and a sty.  I reported these issues to the FDA and highly suggest you do the same.  They will re-evaluate the product if they have enough reports"


"Put one drop of a plain natural tears formula in each eye.  I usually use Visine Tears.  The 1/2 oz. bottle is easier to hold and control the number of drops than with the 1 oz.  Next, pull down lower lid of each eye and apply 1/4 inch of a plain lubricant eye ointment.  I use Refresh P.M.  Do this first thing in the morning and last thing at night.  You will forget you have dry eyes!  Just remember in the morning to wipe off with a tissue any excess ointment under your eyes. Also, the slight blurriness after application lasts only a few seconds."


"I took Symbicort 200/6 for 6 years and although it's an effective asthma preventative I suffered an increased number of chest infections and couldn't tolerate temperatures above 30c/86f, this intolerance subsided within a few days of stopping."


"After experiencing constipation for several days, I woke up one morning with a physical problem that I was certain would require not only medical attention but also surgical removal.  Even though my doctor assured me I would be okay, I was still skeptical.  He advised that I should take Miralax every 3 hours until I have a "cleansing bowel movement".  After my second dose, I had success.  Now I take 1 dose every other night.  I highly recommend this product."


"I have had a lot of bladder infections years ago from pregnancies but haven't had one in 4/5 years. The few days ago noticed the symptoms, went to the doc and he prescribed me this. I've always been prescribed amoxacilin and it's worked great. This time he prescribed this because of my history. Took my 1st pill today and within 30 mins started to feel faint, weak and outer body experience. I was at home by myself with my 8 month old baby so I immediately got in the car, drove to the local hospital which is conveniently only 5 mins away and sat in the parking lot. Started to feel better but still not 100%. Called a nurse I know who said i'll be fine but get a diff prescription. I'm going to try taking half for my 2ND dose or else i'll stop"


"I too have MS and have been taking this drug since it came out - about 6 years. Because Provigil is not an amphetamine it doesn't make you "high", you just feel like you have energy.  Provigil does not interfere with your normal sleeping pattern, if you take it in the morning.  I feel like my old self when I take it.  I also know now when I do not take it (I'm on 200mg). I can feel the difference, what I thought was depression was actually a lack of energy."


"I was given Versed pre-surgery for a D & C and within minutes I was vomiting violently. The surgery had to be cancelled due to my extreme reaction. I was dry heaving for 4 hours and was sick for days. I had terrible vertigo and very loud ringing in my ears. That was 5 months ago and I'm still being treated for vertigo and tinnitus. I was told by my ENT that the drug probably caused a disconnect between my ears and my brain. I am going to therapy and it is helping some. I could not drive for 3 months and am driving again. I'm always slightly dizzy and the loud high pitched sound in my head may be permanent. I was never told about the negative effects before taking this drug."


"This med is too expensive. It provides short term relief of burning and itching. Does not completely relieve symptoms. Compared with Naphcon A generic, it is less effective. Naphcon generic is only $10. Usually only need it in AM and lasts all day while Pataday lasts a couple hours."


"I've had Nexplanon for about 4 months now. The first few months were great, no bad side effects and I didn't get my period at all. Then this month I started spotting (about 12 days ago) and it hasn't stopped yet. It's actually gotten heavier like a normal period and I'm having a lot of cramping. My skin has gotten a lot worse in the last month when it was pretty clear before. I have also lost weight and my appetite has decreased, not sure if it's from the birth control but I think it could be. I'm going to wait a few more months to see if these side effects continue/get worse before deciding whether or not to go back to the pill. At least it is effective as a birth control, as I haven't gotten pregnant."


"This drug is garbage and should be taken off the market, doesn't work keeps you up all night when you have to work a 12hr shift the next day. Causes RLS, migraine, and insomnia"


"The Nexplanon was seriously so wonderful in the beginning! No headaches, no weight gain, no bleeding, and my sex drive increased which obviously I wasn't complaining!
I didn't bleed for the first 4.5 months! I was so excited. Then the 5th month came rolling around and I bled for 3 months straight! I woke up one morning at 8:20 am soaked through my super tampon by 9:15, here recently I went through 96 tampons in a 17 hour period. Ugh! Not to mention the pain during intercourse! The pain gets so intense I start balling during sex, which upsets my partner because he thinks he is hurting me. I have no  appetite to eat, and I am extremely tired all the time, I have no energy, and my bleeding is so bad. I do NOT recommend this birth control!"


"A friend gave me Quetiapine to help me sleep and for depression. I've also had it prescribed, & bought it without prescriptions. Never had withdrawal symptoms even if I quit cold turkey. I take one 300 mg before bed, without this drug I wouldn't be able to sleep at all due to chronic nerve pain the past 30  years. I don't mind the dreams but have the indigestion. Hopefully my body will adjust so it won't be too bad, don't think it's affecting my weight- I have a great metabolism, thankfully and a built in reminder not to eat too much....my asthma acts up if I start to gain any extra weight. For now I'm taking it on my own but a new doctor will probably prescribe it because of my extreme insomnia and MDD. So far so good, it works well for me."


"I guess I can't say much about it just yet, I've tried almost every antidepressant out there with basically no luck, so my doc suggested we try lamotrigine. (and funny how my review starts out like any other). I'm up to 50mg now, and I don't know if I notice any difference at all, no side effects either thus far, so at least thats good.
if I notice any difference, I will update."


"This was used for anesthesia for lithotripsy.  Dosage was adjusted for my height and weight but not my super sensitivity to medications in general.  After a rather lengthy time in recovery, they determined I could be discharged.  My husband said he had to steady me while I dressed myself.  He practically carried me into the house and put me to bed fully dressed where I stayed for 8 hours in what he referred to as an incoherent stupor.  I have no memory of dressing myself, leaving the hospital, or coming home!  In fact my first recollection is probably 10 hours after getting home stumbling to the bathroom in the middle of the night while he was sound asleep.  I have a second lithotripsy scheduled soon and will alert the Anesthesiologist"


"I've been using this birth control for 3 months now and I'm starting my 4th month now.  I started taking the pill to hopefully help with my acne and it seem to be working somewhat well until recently.  When I started taking it, the acne I had improved a bit, but a few weeks ago my face basically blew up.  I developed tons of it from just below my cheek bones, across my chin and along my jaw line but my forehead stays clear.  I initially thought that it was just a breakout to signal that my period was starting (I normally get a little more just before, even on the pill) but it didn't go away. It's terrible and it's never been this bad before even off the pill. "


"Solodyn worked so well for me. My dermatologist prescribed it, and now I don't get acne at all. The only bad thing is that when I run out, I almost immediately break out. Oh well. It's probably just 13 year old acne. It'll go away when I'm older."


"This gel is really effective as it minimizes the pimple/acne is just one night. You can definitely go for it."


"I had no side effects and it cleared up my infection well! Scary reviews can scare you but don't ever forget YOUR body is different than someone else's therefore drugs can effect you differently than someone else."


"I have had anxiety for about 4 years now. It started after

I graduated high school and has worsened since I had my son. I have tried Prosac, Lexapro and Cymbalta. I have also tried Xanax for my bad panic attacks. Recently I tried Depakote because my doctor said I had signs of bipolar disorder. After all that nothing seemed to help except the Klonopin. I am taking it now by itself and I don't feel that HORRIBLE anxious feeling anymore. Highly Recommended !"


"I found the disintegrating velotab very easy to swallow, but the medication was too sedating."


"In case folks weren't aware, "KAPIDEX" is now called "DEXILANT". I have had Acid Reflux/GERD for about five years. Protonix was the first medicine tried. I don't think it did much. Nexium worked very well. Doctor thought Dexilant would work better since it gives two releases of medication. I have used it for over a year with switching back to Nexium a couple of times. I will say that Dexilant seems to work about the same as Nexium. Recently I stopped taking any medication for about 4 days. That was a mistake. I felt fine for about three days. On the fourth, the painful heartburn came back with a vengeance."


"I don’t find a lot of positive stories about antidepressants, or I find stories where people are taking the antidepressant the wrong way.

I wanted to share my experience.  A positive one.

I’ve had generalized anxiety disorder, SEVERE OCD, and panic disorder for as long as I can remember.  My first memory of having an episode was when I was 4 years old at my kindergarten interview.  I feel as though I was born with the illnesses mentioned above, right from the womb.  When I was a child I was extremely anxious, had bad separation anxiety from my parents and had extreme OCD, I was just a kid and thought that the way I was feeling is how all kids felt, I didn’t realize that I was different.  This went on, and got even worse in middle school.  I began developing trichtilomania in middle school.  In high school I went from being a 90% above student, to failing every class within a couple of years.  I couldn’t leave the house.  My panic disorder and gad caused debilitating physical symptoms.  I would be shaking when I had to leave the house, I wouldn’t drink alcohol because I was afraid of vomiting, I was suffering so much, for my whole entire life with severe phobias, fears, and anxiety.  I prayed and prayed and prayed to God every night for it to go away.  I was a 16 year old living in a prison of her own mind.  It never went away.  Every single day was the worst day of my life, I would wake up and the thoughts just started,  I never had a break.  My life was exhausting.

I am of east indian background and my parents didn’t understand mental illness well.  It is very taboo in my culture.  I went to tons of doctors and they told me it was just growing pains,  no doctor ever told me that maybe I should see a therapist.  I didn’t have any support.  When I was 22 I attempted suicide.  Luckily the attempt didn’t work and I was forced to go on medication.  I was livid, I was so against antidepressants, I was so so so scared, it felt unnatural. My general practitioner put me on Effexor, I took it for almost 8 weeks, it helped me to not want to kill myself, but It also made me gain tons of weight which made me depressed, and it make me hear voices.  One evening a voice told me to choke my mom, and I started freaking out and my parents drove me immediately to the hospital.  At the hospital I talked to a psych nurse who calmed me down, and got me an appointment with a psychiatrist the next day.  This appointment and this psychiatrist saved my life, and changed my entire life.

I want to really mention that you should not be going to a General Practitioner for mental illness medication, you should ALWAYS…ALWAYS go to a psychiatrist no matter what.  If your GP is the only person you are seeing to help you manage your meds for ocd, anxiety, etc, that is the WRONG MOVE.  That is such a common mistake people are making, you NEED a psychiatrist in order to get the meds right, please do not just go to your regular doctor, you’ll be cheating yourself.

I went to the psychiatrist appointment the next day.  It was the first time I had ever seen a psychiatrist.   I got into her room and we talked about everything, my childhood, my phobias, my ocd.  She then brought my parents into the room to explain the whole situation to them and the fact that I have a chemical imbalance in my brain and that I have been suffering for way too long.  My parents were so supportive.  The doctor told me I was on the wrong medication, that I never should have been placed on Effexor which is an SNRI, and that I should be on an SSRI considering my main problem is OCD and GAD.  We talked a lot about it and she told me she would like to place me on Prozac.  She said for me, because my neural pathways have been the same for 20 plus years, that I would need a higher dosage of Prozac especially for anxiety and OCD.   I see on this forum, that so many people are on 20mg, or 40mg for anxiety disorders.   You should be on 60mg at least, do not be afraid to go higher.  People that say Prozac or an SSRI didn’t really do anything for their anxiety or ocd is because they are only taking a 20mg dose,  That is not an OCD dose.  40-80mg for anxiety and OCD.   Please up your dose.   Use the medication, REALLY USE IT.  Do not be afraid!

My doctor started me on 40mg, eventually took me to 100mg, and then I went back to 80mg.  Yes the side effects are insane, I was nauseated, I couldn’t sleep, I was shaking, I had anxiety, but she prescribed me Ativan and said to use it until the Prozac kicked in.  That the Ativan would keep me comfortable until that happened.  Don’t try to be a hero, use your Ativan or your Xanax or whatever to stay as comfortable as possible.

I could write so much more, but I’ll conclude with this.  4 months after being on 80mg of Prozac everyday, I woke up one day and I was cured.   Yes cured.  I had no OCD, I had no anxiety, I no longer had fears or phobias.   I was cured.   You have no idea how that day felt.  It was like the first day of my whole entire life.  I woke up being the real me, who is free spirited and isn’t afraid of anything!  I was finally free, I was no longer a prisoner.  I didn’t even have to go to therapy.  I just woke up one day a brand new person, from taking a high dose of Prozac every single day.

DO NOT go off of the antidepressants.   Your ocd, your anxiety, depression etc will come back.  I WOULD never dream or even think to come off of my antidepressants,  I have an illness, that will return if I go off the medication, because I have a brain disorder.  OCD is a brain disorder.  Do not stop taking medication for your brain disorder, do not try to fix your brain disorder with just a 20mg or 40mg dose.  Own your medication, be on it for life.

It’s been 5 years since I have been cured.  If it wasn’t for Prozac, I would be dead.

1)	You need a psychiatrist
2)	Do not be afraid to take more than 40mg of Prozac to treat panic attacks etc,  I am on 80mg a day and my life is a ball.  It is so wonderful and so carefree.
3)	Do not stop the meds.  Be on the meds for life."