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Levofloxacin

kidney infections

"Levaquin started relieving symptoms in about three days, but developed terrible red, itchy skin rash after a morning outside. The rash covered me head to toe within two days with little red spots that then blistered and peeled. It was very uncomfortable and over the counter ointments didn't ease it."

June 2, 2009

Lomaira

weight loss

"I tried to lose weight with diet and exercise for years. Doctor first put me on an expensive medication and it worked but I didn't want to pay $200 a month! doc told me about lomaira and how it could be used to target eating in the afternoon and reduce my exposure to too much medicine. So far so good. No bad side effects and my appetite is definitely lower. I'm taking one tablet in the morning and a second before lunch."

November 17, 2017

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

acne

"I have been on Yaz for hormonal acne for about 3 years now. Let me just say the first two years were awesome. No chin breakouts, less oily. Now for some reason it is no longer working. I am getting painful cysts again around my period. I thought it was temporary but I started noticing it in December and it is now September. I'm nervous to get off of it for fear it will be worse. It worked for me for some time but now I have to find something else."

September 9, 2013

Cefzil

sinusitis

"The only thing that has kicked each of the many sinus infections I've had over the years, including the one I picked up in Maui and had to fly home with--ended up with a double ear and sinus infection. Amoxicillin just won't do it for me."

February 3, 2013

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

birth control

"This was great birth control for the first 2 months. No mood swings, no weight gain, however my chest size did increase a little. My third month, unfortunately I started experiencing leg cramps which made me have to switch."

September 2, 2011

Metronidazole

diverticulitis

"After a month of pain that I could not bare.I had to go to the ER where I was diagnose with diverticulitis. I was on moxifloxacin and Tylenol. I had to go schedule a colonoscopy which shows nothing. I was revisited by the left side lower pain. Had to get Cipro and flagyl. No fever but reduce appetite. I am on but as stated by all, the metallic taste and feeling of weakness and sluggishness. My second day on medication will update as time goes on."

July 22, 2017

Clindamycin

bacterial infection

"I have quinsy which is also known as a Peritonsilar abscess. I was put on this medication 300mg x 4 daily. I am having a not too bad experience with this. I already suffer from dry skin in the winter and it made it a bit worse. I have had to moisturize like crazy. One day I took before bed on an empty stomach and I had massive heartburn and I never get heart burn. I didn't even know what the pain was until I described it to my wife. It took me 10 tums and about 30 min for it to get to a point where I could sleep. Since then I have been fine if I take it with food and lots of water and I don't go line down right after taking either. The loose stool is to be expected as with most antibiotics but it wasn't as bad as the last antibiotics I had."

February 16, 2016

Tapentadol

pain

"I have been on Nucynta for about 3 months now taking 100 mg every 4-6 hours. It helps the pain but not enough but works better then hydro or Percocet. Now the doctor is putting me on the ER100 mg 2x a day and the regular 100 mg ever 6 hours between until they can get me into surgery but at times through the day my pain is almost gone. "

November 1, 2011

Bupropion

smoking cessation

"I used zyban to quit smoking and after 2 weeks I no longer had the urge to smoke. I've been smoke free for over 23 years. I don't understand why it's not on the market to help people stop smoking. I smoked over 40 years and 2-3 packs a day"

January 12, 2016

Homatropine / hydrocodone

cough

"Worked great on my cough. Made me a bit restless though. I was able to take it during the day and not be sleepy, so that was a plus."

October 25, 2011

Zolpidem

insomnia

"Ambien or 'Zolped...' was terrible. I started hallucinating. Now, I do drink caffeine in the morning but it should not have this koo koo effect. My ceiling turned into peaceful, lit-up jellyfish tentacles and my pillow turned into a moving/billowing cloud of a worm. Pretty crazy but that is what I saw when I took this crap. I was dazed... it didn't initially help me fall asleep. Perhaps I'm allergic to Ambien, I have no idea. I believe I took it with 5 or 10mg of melatonin. Whew... that was a cocktail to go nuts. Stick with Tamazepam (Restoril)... way better"

May 19, 2017

Fleet Enema

constipation

"Perfect. Worked extremely fast. I was backed up for about 6 days before using fleet. I was scared to use it at first, but the lube on the tip made the experience as painless as it could be. I had relief in 5 minutes."

October 15, 2017

Aspirin / butalbital / caffeine

migraine

"I took two of these for a migraine and it just made it worse."

June 20, 2014

Losartan

high blood pressure

"I'm a 46 yr old female athlete with a BMI of 21 and BP was 161/100 (go figure). I tried several medications and suffered side effects - e.g. amlodipine (swelling), lisinopril (coughing), valsartan (diarrhea). I feel great on 50 MG of losartan. No side effects."

February 11, 2017

Oxycodone

pain

"I've been taking this medication 10mg 4 x a day and it has really helped. I was initially taking hydrocodone for about a year until having surgery (Fusion and Laminectomy - L5 S1) and I have to agree with some of you, when I first started taking it, it worked great and provided relief for about 5 to 6 hours. Now after 6 months, it doesn't seem to be working as it used to but I will be talking with my doctor next month regarding this issue. It seems to only work 3 to 4 hours and does not provide relief like it used to when I first started taking it. I broke one tablet in half since they're scored and took 15mg and this worked but it tells me I'm becoming or am dependent on it. I tried to go without it for 3 days and I hurt worse and vomited."

April 9, 2010

Amoxicillin

bacterial infection

"Tooth was decaying and infection hit. So I was given this drug and within 2 days my infection has decreased."

September 17, 2017

Liraglutide

obesity

"Yes, definitely helps with weight loss. However, side effects worsened for me instead of improving. I lost 10 lbs before I even got to the last dosage (less than 4 weeks). When I increased to 2.4, my body went crazy. Heart palpitations, trouble sleeping was horrible. The nausea in the first days was a piece of cake. Had to quit coffee to avoid my heart going crazy. I tried reducing my dose, side effects continued to worsen. I say if you are lucky to have manageable side effects, go for it, but destroying my heart isn't worth it. I'm sitting here now, can't fall asleep and worried about having a heart attack. I have had chest pains all day. Proceed with caution."

September 8, 2016

Acetaminophen / hydrocodone

pain

"Caused severe nausea even when taken with meals."

August 7, 2012

Contrave

weight loss

"Every day I'm nauseous and headaches. It works great though."

October 1, 2016

Skyla

birth control

"23 y.o - Gave me cystic acne down my spine (that I never had) that took 6-7 months to resolve, horrible cramps, a cyst on my right ovary, and made sex painful. The insertion felt horrible, and having to check my strings monthly, was pretty annoying. This is the most abnormal response to any birth control (pill or ring) I have personally experienced."

January 19, 2017

Cyclafem 1 / 35

birth control

"I was on Cyclafem for about three years and started having horrible cramps outside of the week of my period. It also made me extremely tired and gain weight. I just switched and I am feeling better so hopefully it stays like this."

September 12, 2017

Azithromycin

bronchitis

"Horrible drug. You feel sicker than before and the nausea does keep you up at night even if you try to eat more. I hate it. Not taking it anymore and I saw online it can cause heart electrical signals to go chaotic according to fda. So why are they still prescribing this?"

November 13, 2015

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

birth control

"After I noticed my Levora birth control was no longer helping my face stay clear of PMS-related acne, among other symptoms, I asked my doctor to switch me to a new birth control. She gave me Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo. I just started my second month on February 21st during the week of my period. My period came as a surprise because I had absolutely NO PMS symptoms. No breaking out, no migraines and no cramps. I have not experienced any side effects with this birth control, either. My doctor made an excellent choice for me. I hope my second month will be just as successful."

February 25, 2013

Gilenya

multiple sclerosis

"When I was found to have MS I was put on Rebif for 6 months until Gilenya became available. The side effects on Rebif were severe.I was never able to eliminate them. After only 3 weeks on Gilenya, I couldn't believe how much better I felt. Not only were there no side effects noticed, but I actually felt better than I've felt for several years. It has noticably improved my life."

September 29, 2012

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

birth control

"I was on Yaz for almost a year. I gained 25 pounds and am heavier than I've ever been in my life! I've never, ever had a problem with weight gain before. After being on it for a couple months, I started getting weekly headaches. Really bad ones. I decided to go off of Yaz to see if the headaches would go away and I'd stop gaining weight. Sure enough, after about 2 weeks the headaches stopped completely. I haven't gained any more weight either, and I've been off of Yaz for about a year now. Unfortunately, I'm having problems losing all the weight I gained!"

September 29, 2009

Quetiapine

depression

"Really good for sleep when not too anxious(25mg) but when over anxious doesn't work for me. I didn't find it very good for suicidal tendencies/depression."

August 5, 2015

Doxycycline

acne

"My psychiatrist put me on this medication for treatment of acne. It worked for about 2 months after I was initially on it. Now it doesn't work at all. I have just as much acne as I did before even though I take it twice a day. I've tried topical creams too, but nothing helps."

January 10, 2012

Flomax

benign prostatic hyperplasia

"Was give flowmax on Monday to help with frequent trips to bathroom. On Tuesday my tooth started hurting so I went to the Dentist only to be sent home with hope that it will just go away. The pain got worse and so intense that Thursday I went back to the Dentist who said he could see no reason for the pain so sent me to a specialist dentist 100 miles from my house. I had xrays hot and cold treatments and was sent home with more pain pills. I ONLY TOOK TWO FLOMAX PILLS, ONE MONDAY AND ONE TUESDAY . ON THE DRIVE HOME MY PAIN STARTED TO GO AWAY . I CALLED THE DR THAT GAVE ME THE FLOMAX HE SAID STOP CAN CAUSE TOOTH PAIN."

June 23, 2017

Phentermine

weight loss

"I have PCOS and have struggled with weight loss my whole life. I've been on Phentermine for about 3 and a half months now. I started at 265 and am now at 229. So I've lost 36 pounds. I diet with this medication because I won't let myself gain it back when my times up. I eat around 1600 calories a day And only drink water or teas with honey. This medication has changed my life and I love it. I do have dry mouth. And the energy messes with my sleep most nights. But it's great and I recommend it to people often"

December 11, 2015

Olanzapine

bipolar disorde

"Replaced seroquel with this med, depression worsened after about a week."

September 20, 2016

Zyban

smoking cessation

"In my first week of zyban Need to give up as I smoke a pack a day Feeling nauseous, last night had a severe headache and woke up thinking I could levitate and fly after having the weirdest out there dream - it really felt believable. Anyway going to continue and pray it works, will report back at a later date."

October 11, 2015

MS Contin

chronic pain

"I am taking this for my chronic pain, along with Hydrocodone 15mg x 4 daily for breakthrough pain. These seem to work well for me but I end up sleeping A LOT because of them. "

July 15, 2013

Suboxone

opiate dependence

"Suboxone is a "MIRACLE" and has saved my life from abusing prescription painkillers for 3 years. I was taking up to twelve 10mg Percocets everyday for those 3 years and thought I could never escape the "percs". I finally found the BEST doctor in the world who actually listens and cares about my situation and started me on Suboxone and now I've been clean for over a year and never had cravings for Percocets while taking Suboxone. Suboxone lets me live my life feeling not "high" but normal. Now 10/9/10 there is Suboxone Film and its outstanding. Works so much better than the orange tablets. "

October 9, 2010

Nexplanon

birth control

"I've had my Nexplanon for 18 months. It has prevented pregnancy..... so it gets a score of 10 for that. I have also been lucky because my periods have all but stopped! Love that! However, I am trying to get an appointment as I speak to have it removed, for these reasons: Weight gain.... About 20 pounds. Tired, cranky, and depressed (just feel like crap EVERY DAY). An increase in RLS episodes..... By about 50%. It wasn't for me."

June 26, 2015

Lo Loestrin Fe

birth control

"I started taking this birth control 2 months ago and it has been the WORST experience for me. The crazy mood swings that I developed while on this medication made a huge impact on the way I treated my boyfriend and my family. I broke up with my boyfriend twice over ridiculous reasons because my emotions were so crazy! Also my acne on my face has never been worse. I never break out when NOT on birth control and all of the sudden while on this I have severe acne. I didn't even finish my last week of my 2nd month. I told my boyfriend I would rather use condoms and/or not have sex right now then feel like this. I haven't had a pill in 3 days, my face is already clear and my mood seems to be leveling out. I would NOT recommend."

March 29, 2016

Verapamil

migraine prevention

"I have suffered with migraines since I was a small child. I am 47 now. I have tried everything. Depakote was great but I gained a lot of weight and lost half my hair. Some other treatments like Relpax caused amnesia. I am on 3 blood pressure pills including verapamil. I have only had 4 or 5 migraines in 2 years. Two required an ER visit, but that is down from about 6-8 migraines a month and a trip to the ER every 3 months. I can tell if I miss a few days because I forget to get it filled. This drug has made a big difference for me."

January 15, 2017

OnabotulinumtoxinA

migraine prevention

"Botox was the best thing I ever did for my headaches. I got my botox 2 weeks ago i had chronic migraines. I had a migraine when i went and one a day after. The doctor told me it may take 7 days to have the full effect. since the second migraine only 1 day after botox i haven't even had 1 migraine. Its a miracle. I'm a new woman. They don't inject it in cosmetic areas so you don't have to worry about a weird looking face I'm only 27.. I don't need botox so I was worried about using it for treatment there are risks of droopy eye. I did not have a bad experience I had the most extreme experience of no migraines. I have to share. Do this for a miracle"

April 25, 2015

Klonopin

panic disorde

"Works Amazingly!"

October 26, 2014

MS Contin

pain

"No more pain."

August 12, 2008

Norco

pain

"It does help with breakthrough pain."

February 16, 2012

Plan B

emergency contraception

"Was terrified after reading all the negative reviews. Have had to take plan b twice in the last 4 months as was unsure if boyfriend pulled out in time. Have not experienced any major side effect, only mild nausea for first 2 days of taking the pill and very slight bloating (which was more in psychological than real I think). Both times I've had a normal period and within 2 days of the due date. Getting onto birth control pills now to avoid such emergency pills in future. Posting this only so that there is some positive assurance too. For people like me who were absolutely paranoid of all that I'd read earlier."

August 18, 2016

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

birth control

"This pill was prescribed to me because I get menstrual migraines. While it has worked for that & kept my skin clear from the cystic pimples I would occasionally get, it has raised my blood pressure & made me gain at least 15 pounds now over 3 years. & still gaining. When will it stop? Obviously not until I stop taking it. I don't eat any more than I ever have, appetite feels the same yet this weight is somewhere on me. I am very unhappy with it. I feel bloated constantly & no matter how much I work out or how much water I drink I cannot lose any weight. Seriously considering ditching this medication & just dealing with the migraines another way. If you have started this med & are gaining weight caution-if will not stop."

August 20, 2016

Xeljanz

rheumatoid arthritis

"My experiences have been very good with Xeljanz. Before that I could barely move I could barely walk down the stairs it was horrible my husband had to pull me out of bed. Now I'm able to function today but if I do overdo it I start getting sore. I've been on it for 2 years. I have no bad side effects."

May 5, 2017

Fluoxetine

major depressive disorde

"I am a male early 20s, I suffer from major depression, anxiety and occasional panic. I started Prozac 20mg and now in my 5th week of treatment. The first 2 weeks I felt no relief, suffered from side effects such as fatigue, anxiety, and disrupted sleep patterns. Beginning of the 3rd week I began to feel a noticeable difference. My thoughts became less negative, I just felt less depressed/anxious than usual, and side effects have almost gone away. Then into my 3rd/4th week I began to feel better and better each day. It seems much more gradual than other antidepressants. Now into my 5th week I do feel MUCH better. However, it is still early for me and I have had 1 set back caused by excessive alcohol/marijuana use. Overall, stick with it!"

February 28, 2017

Amoxicillin / clavulanate

skin or soft tissue infection

"I was prescribed Augmentin 875(?) to be taken twice a day for 10 days to try and prevent infection from a bad cat bite. I did experience symptoms, but because I suffer from IBS it mostly seemed like an IBS flare to me. The looser stools started on day two, but they were not diarrhea. That was it until around day 8 when I bloated like you wouldn't believe. It was all up in my stomach and nothing gave me relief. However, I continued on taking my pills and my probiotics and finished a couple of days ago. The side effects were not pleasant, but they were much less unfortunate than I was expecting after reading reviews. I never got an infection from the cat bite, which normally leads to one in about 80% of people. So, the drug worked!"

September 18, 2016

Atomoxetine

adhd

"I'm 36 yr old female who has been on Strattera for 8 months. When I started back to college full-time my focus was a mess and it took me hours to write the simplest of papers. Growing up I greatly struggled in school and clearly it was due to undiagnosed ADD. As an adult I was diagnosed w depression/gen anxiety but never found much relief from medications. Once I began the 80mg dose of Strattera, I was sleeping better, able to focus in class and at home while tackling work and much of my anxiety is gone. Over the break my dr suggested some people take a med break , so I did -- now realizing what a huge difference it made for me. Side effects in the beginning were heartburn, but I took a Xanax w dose and it subsided in about a month."

July 12, 2016

Drospirenone / estradiol

postmenopausal symptoms

"I am 53, I suffered from insomnia, anxiety, heart palpitation, bloating for years before my family Doctor put me on Angeliq four yrs. ago. It took over six months before I started to feel the difference. I have been a normal person now leading a normal life, my family can't believe the difference in me. It has been a blessing."

November 21, 2012

Lysine

herpes simplex, suppression

"L lysine had saved me. I have had painful outbreaks for years. My doc recommended it. Really dramatic results. Last outbreak was controlled and healing much quicker than w out it."

April 1, 2017

Propranolol

benign essential trem

"I was prescribed Inderal to help with Primary Ortostatic Tremors. I did not get any relief with this medication for that condition. However. I discovered that whenever I stop taking Inderal, I end up with a migraine headache. I take 20 mg at bedtime. It makes me sleepy and gives me nightmares which continue to this day. However, the side effects are tolerable and well worth putting up with to prevent getting migraines. I highly recommend this medication for preventing migraines."

April 28, 2013

Augmentin

bronchitis

"Severe diarrhea within 36 hours of starting. 875 mg twice a day."

March 26, 2010

Valproic acid

bipolar disorde

"Appreciated what this medicine has done for me. I'm on a pretty high dose and haven't experienced any of the symptoms of nausea or anything like that except right in the very beginning and that quickly wore off."

October 5, 2013

Ethinyl estradiol / norelgestromin

birth control

"I've actually had no health problems at all with the patch so far and I've been on it just over a month now. I read up on it beforehand and the reviews were playing on my mind but I've had NO sickness, NO headaches and NO spotting which has been great! I've been wearing it on my bum (alternating sides each week) for a few weeks and this seems alright but I'm trying my inner arm now. The only downside of this I've had is the pain when taking it off - I thought it would be like taking a plaster off but it's much worse!! Like getting an unwanted wax each time. Granted this means that it stays on for a week! This is enough to put me off the patch and I'll be trying something different next time."

April 20, 2016

Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate

bowel preparation

"This stuff is absolutely disgusting as everyone agrees. With all due respect to the lemon suckers, that didn't help me. Ginger Ale chasers helped a little and you have to use a straw. I finished the first one in about a 1/2 hour and almost instantaneously barffed it all up. Called Dr. and told me to start the 2nd a couple of hours early (10 p instead of midnite) and I could do 2 oz every 1/2 hour. Got thru 10 oz and couldn't take any more. Luckily I was cleaned out enough and had no polyps because this was my first and last colonoscopy until their is a better prep."

August 22, 2017

Guaifenesin

ibromyalgia

"I was diagnosed at 20 and put on muscle relaxers and pain killers that did nothing more than immobilize me. I read about the guaifenesin treatment and asked my doctor for a prescription. I started at 1200mg extended release 2x daily. FINALLY I had my life back. When Mucinex took away the generic option, I dropped to 600mg 2x daily, and it still does the trick. 12 years later, I still swear by it. I have occasional set backs, but I always bounce back within a week."

April 18, 2012

Ethinyl estradiol / norelgestromin

birth control

"Started Xulane a week ago. The day after I put the patch on I began having mood swings. I assumed it was because my period had just started. As the week went on I continued having crying spells and being snappy. By day 5 I noticed discomfort at the patch placement site. I also started feeling dizzy and was super irritable to the point it was affecting my job. Thankfully I didn't have to work day 6. I felt hung over most of the day with a migraine head, dizziness at times, still very irritable and pain starting from the application site and spreading across my low abdomen. As the day went on all of the symptoms intensified. The abdomen pain became so bad I couldn't take it anymore I took the patch off. Within hours I felt better."

August 28, 2017

Prochlorperazine

nausea/vomiting

"Went to the ER twice with a severe migraine, both times given Compazine. It definitely helps with relieving the pain but the side effects out weigh it for me. Felt like my skin was crawling, restlessness, skin rash, dry mouth, anxiety (triggered a panic attack both times), brought up a lot of bad thoughts of how I was dying. Long term, rebound headache, insomnia, loss of appetite. Also had it with Benadryl once and that scared me."

February 21, 2016

Harvoni

hepatitis c

"40 years Hep C. In 4 weeks "no virus detected" I am now on my 6th week of a 12 week regimen and I have had no side effects at all. Wonder drug?, YES!!!"

September 29, 2015

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

abnormal uterine bleeding

"My period went from March 11- March 15. Started bleeding again on March 19th. It's March 30th and I'm still bleeding. It's not as heavy as my normal period, but it's enough for it to be a nuisance now. I started taking it mid January and loved it. Now I HATE it."

March 30, 2017

Desonide

eczema

"Works well on my face because it's not to strong. And because it is a little milder it takes a while to kick in. I have to use it everyday for best results."

December 9, 2009

Aubagio

multiple sclerosis

"After about 6 months I started having stomach pain and feeling sick on my stomach, not sure if it was medicines or something else."

September 9, 2013

Metronidazole

bacterial vaginitis

"I was extremely weary about the possible side effects of taking this medication after reading all the reviews. However, in the seven days I took it the only side effect I had was a mildly metallic taste in my mouth. I experienced no nausea or discomfort and my BV cleared within a few days. The biggest drawback was not being able to drink alcohol while on it. Don't be afraid to take it! It worked and was worth it!"

October 26, 2015

Amitriptyline

migraine prevention

"My first migraine came at 16 years of age. Extreme headache pain, optical halos that would move over my eyes for 45 minutes, vomiting, serious aversion to light and smell. At age 32 the migraine events became a daily experience. My doctor prescribed 25 mg of Amitriptyline at bedtime. The headaches disappeared and very rarely does one break through. However, when it does breakthrough all I get is the optical side of the headache which lasts 45 mins. I have tried to wean myself off the medication but after a week the headaches start again. Today I have been on the medication for 29 years and I am very happy that this low dosage of this drug allows me the ability to have a great life, free of that horrible pain and suffering"

September 27, 2017

Tioconazole

vaginal yeast infection

"Thought it would be a good idea to try this instead of the pill the doctors give you. Inserted it before bed, no itching, no burning. Went to sleep and woke up. I was fine. When I sat down, the intense itching and burning began. I thought it would go away. Still here. Hoping it goes away before the end of the day. I may just stick to the pill."

July 29, 2015

Leuprolide

endometriosis

"I started lupron 2 weeks ago for endometriosis. So far I've had 0 side effects. And no pain! I'm just starting so we'll see if I change my mind"

May 17, 2015

Venlafaxine

major depressive disorde

"First diagnosed in 1965, when a student in London, I was treated with group therapy (useless) and eventually with whatever else was considered to have antidepressant properties at the time (useless). Various MDs in Singapore and Dallas tried whatever was new, but nothing helped. In 2001, after a rather dramatic and public breakdown at a conference of my peers, I was admitted to a psychiatric ward and given 300 mg of Venlafaxine daily. It wasn't a happy pill, but it enabled me to make the most of the CBT that was offered, and allowed me to feel "normal" at last."

July 22, 2015

Metformin

min)

"I've had Type-2 Diabetes for a few years.. and have gained over 100lbs. I have been on the Metformin for a month and have lost 28lbs. Glucophage is amazing but I will admit at first I was very sick. After a about a week I started to feel normal again."

July 26, 2013

Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

bowel preparation

"Though I followed the instructions exactly, this did not work for me. Sadly I have to repeat my colonoscopy in 2 months. It's unfortunate because it was much easier than the other preps I've been through."

July 20, 2015

Humira

ankylosing spondylitis

"I was recently diagnosed with AS at 35, after developing severe iritis in both eyes following my hysterectomy. My inflammation was so severe, my eyes swelled shut! After rounds of testing, everything came back normal. Then my severe lower back pain, and everything that comes with AS came on fast and I got iritis back in one eye!! I could not walk, bend or sleep without crying and kept gaining weight! Finally they tested me for the gene, it came back positive. After seeing a specialist this past April, I began a variety of testing and was officially diagnosed! I started humira in May and wow, I sometimes forget I have the disease!! I lost 12 lbs in the first 2 weeks and now, not much pain. I am very thankful for this treatment and coverage!"

July 8, 2015

Isotretinoin

acne

"I used this in High School back in 2003 and I haven't suffered more then a zit on my face a year."

March 14, 2017

ParaGard

birth control

"I had paragard for 8 years, I was loving it the fact there is No hormones. I did not have any side effects of weight gain, ache, or anything. However about 7th year my cramps on my left side lower body were getting bad week prior to the menstrual cycle, pain level an 8. But more recently my pain was so significant that I was taking 600mg at the bare min. twice a day. My muscles in my buttocks was knotted up down to my frontal thigh. Extreme pain. Missed days of work. I recently had it removed already I feel SO MUCH better. Love&Hate Paragard."

June 6, 2017

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

birth control

"I used ocella years ago and it was great at first. My cramps weren't as painful or etc but then I started getting severe stomach pain and guess what? I found out I had gallstones due to Ocella and had to have my gallbladder removed when I was 20 and I'm 25 now. So if any ladies experience stomach pain on the right side you might have gallstones due to this pill"

May 7, 2016

VESIcare

overactive bladde

"Product works great, however I did experience some side effects, especially when I first started taking it, nothing that wasn't in the information though. I had fairly severe pain in my chest similar to heartburn pain; but this went away over time, and I only occasionally experience minor now (been on it for a year). I also did experience a little blurred vision at first, but again it has gone away. As I am only 43 years old, my doctor I might be able to take it for a few months then stop, but that didn't work, had to go back on it again. Now I take it every other day, which is about 95% effective, but to me worth the trade off of not taking so much medication at my age."

March 3, 2011

Sertraline

depression

"At the moment I am having an episode of severe depression and anxiety which has been extremly debilitating for the last 2 months. Im unable to work, socialise or even speak to anyone at the moment. As this is the worst ive ever felt I decided i now need medication. I have been on 50mg setraline for almost 2 weeks. I take it in the morning. I have had trouble sleeping some nights as I just feel wide awake. It has stopped me sleeping through the day which I was doing a lot of. When I do eventually sleep it is a bit hard to get up in the morning but once up im fine. Ive had a couple of good days and bad. I sometimes feel a little 'wired'. Ive invested in a herbal tablet to help me sleep at night. Im hoping I will feel "normal" again soon!"

September 26, 2016

Adderall

adhd

"Great medication. I was doing tasks again and talking to people again. The only down side is I want something more 24hrs. The instant release tabs had peaks and after the peaks I would have massive anxiety and the same was with the extended release. It's a great medicine but not for me."

September 14, 2013

Sertraline

post traumatic stress disorde

"Didn't do much for me except killed my sexual drive with the wife. After two weeks had to get off it. Works for some but not me."

July 20, 2016

Carbidopa / levodopa

parkinson's disease

"I've been taking Rytary since Feb 2016, I settled in on taking 3 capsules of Rytary 48.75mg/195mg 4 times a day & 1 capsule of Rytary 61.25 mg / 245 mg at bedtime initially this dosing combination allowed me to achieve virtually no down time until, I experienced some serious stress which eventually led to 4 to 6 hours of off time a day as well as significant dyskinesia between doses, especially as the day wore on. Next I was favorably evaluated and underwent DBS surgery in Feb 2017 with stimulation I'm still on the same day dose, but have stopped taking 2 capsules Rytary 48.75mg/195mg at bedtime with virtually no down time and no noticeable dyskinesia. Rytary has work very well for me during this time. With DBS hope to reduce daily Rytary"

June 3, 2017

Venlafaxine

anxiety

"Started on 37.5mg for a month. First two days were only side effects - I was a little jumpy, couldn't keep legs still, and had insomnia. That went away in 48 hours. Then it shifted to making me sleepy and fairly relaxed. However, I still had breakthrough anxiety crying and didn't feel much change in depression. Decided to up the dose and have been at 75mg for a while now. No side effects. This dose has obliterated my anxiety and helped with depression. All I feel is calm and relaxed. I am more outgoing and happy. Only thing I noticed, like so many others, is that it is tough to miss a dose. But, don't let that dissuade you from trying it. It really has been a miracle for me."

May 7, 2015

Lamotrigine

depression

"I have had anxiety since I was 18. Paxil worked wonders for me until after I had kids. From then on no SSRI's worked much any more. I found an amazing lady who helped me figure out what was going on. We agreed that I have mood disorder not otherwise specified. I don't fit the criteria for bipolar because I don't get manic and my depression showed up more as anxiety. Any how, I started taxing lamotrigine XR and it has changed my life! I get nervous I am going to jinx it by admitting out loud how much it has helped me:) I used to read these posts and pray I had the same positive experiences. I am glad to say lamotrigine XR has given me that experience! The firing in my brain is finally calm!!!!"

February 21, 2016

Nexium

gerd

"This drug has been more effective than Axid,, Acefix and Prilosec"

October 30, 2015

Budesonide / formoterol

moterol)

"My breathing improved after a few days but after being on the inhaler for one week, I began developing oral thrush. My doctor put me on the lower dosage (after a week on Difucan for the thrush) and had me use a spacer but, after one week, I had the thrush again and he had to take me off the medication. I don't know if that is more of a rare reaction to the medication. I always rinsed out my mouth after using the inhaler but it didn't seem to help."

May 24, 2010

Skyla

birth control

"Overall I would say it's had a positive impact on my life. Depends on what's important to you. Insertion was terrible, & I dread when I have to have it removed or insert a new device. I would not have sex for maybe 2 weeks. I've had Skyla for almost 1 year now. My sex drive is back to normal which is great, & I never worry about taking my pill. My period is almost non-existent. Occasional spotting, but never the menstrual cycle like I used to experience. When I was on the pill, I was always hungry, no energy, & insane mood swings. For the most part that has subsided. Worst part of the device would be acne and cramping. At times I am in a constant state of cramps. Also, never had issues with my skin and now I have regular break outs."

September 27, 2016

Etonogestrel

birth control

"I've had my implanon since june 2010, and I am getting my new one next week. I had it put in after my second daughter and she is 3 yrs old and it's been great. Only thing I can say is the first couple of months your period may act a little crazy but after that once a month very light periods."

May 12, 2013

Atripla

hiv infection

"I have been taking Atripla before I go to bed for about 3 years and have had great success with it. I don't experience any side effects and my viral load is undetectable and CD4 count has risen significantly. I have never skipped a does and would advise anyone considering taking Atripla to get a daily pill tray or beeper to remind you to take your next dose."

September 4, 2009

Plan B One-Step

emergency contraception

"Me and my boyfriends first time. We used the pullout method, NOT A SMART IDEA. He was more than positive he didn't ejactulate but I was still very scared. We are only teenagers. I took plan b 16 hours after the "incident". I experienced tender breast and spotting about 3 days later. Exactly a week later I got cramps the second day was much worse but the period came! Very heavy, clots and cramps. A month later no period but two negative pregnancy tests. Be aware it can make next period late but take a test to be sure. DON'T STRESS, THE PILL WORKS. And use protection loves."

April 26, 2017

Lisinopril

high blood pressure

"Effective at reducing blood pressure. Frequent light coughing as side effect."

February 6, 2013

Varenicline

smoking cessation

"I started taking Chantix on January 16th, 2014. First off, I did not pick a quit date; I let it pick me. I smoked since I was in middle school faithfully, and I will be 48 this year. I started with the 0.5 mg a day for 7 days and honestly, the cigarettes started tasting like metal on the 3rd day. This evening, I will be finishing up my 5th week on Chantix and I feel good. I would smoke maybe 1 cigarette a day during the first week and then, I had no desire to spend anymore money on a pack of smokes that now cost over $7.00. I must admit that I did put on about 15 lbs within the month because I needed something to do with my hands because I was so used to having a cigarette in my hand. This Chantix works for me....A diehard smoker."

February 26, 2014

Zolmitriptan

migraine

"The nasal spray is amazing, pills no where as good. Insurance wants you to try the pill first. The spray is a miracle."

March 8, 2017

Trazodone

insomnia

"I've been using Trazadone for about four years now. Am taking 100mg. Within an hour of taking it, I'm asleep. Sometimes, not often, it's not effective and I have to double up on the dose."

March 8, 2010

Hyoscyamine

irritable bowel syndrome

"A year and a half ago my IBS flared up and continued to worsen to the point that it totally controlled my life. I went to 2 GIs who ran all the tests on me and finally said its just IBS. They treated me for diarrhea but that wasn't really my problem. I'm constipated with non stop cramping for a few days then have several non stop hours of really awful pain and diarrhea. I tried a third GI and he finally tried hyoscyamine .375 2x day. I felt better right away and for the first time in over a year I don't feel that exhausting cramping. The only side effects I have are an extremely dry mouth and throat, sleepiness, and sleep disturbances. The dry mouth is really bad but an easy trade off because I'm back in control of my own life."

April 23, 2016

Zoloft

obsessive compulsive disorde

"I was on 50 mg for a month and it seemed to help a bit. My doctor and I agreed to up to 100mg last week. Since then my anxiety and intrusive thoughts have been awful. Is this just a side effect until it balances out?!"

August 26, 2017

Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray (old formulation)

nasal congestion

"This product REALLY works. Vicks Sinex is the only nasal spray that really works and clears up your nose to breathe properly and get some good sleep when you're congested. Always keep it with me when I travel and during winter times. Best product for quick relief!!"

September 26, 2016

Lithium

cluster headaches

"I suffer from chronic clusters. Lithium has me pain free so compared to the pain I would be suffering I can live with the side effects."

July 6, 2011

Magnesium citrate

constipation

"I have a history of constipation. A permanent injury years ago forces me to have to take high doses of pain medication, plus I have an implanted pain pump. I've also had double hernia surgery, and have IBS, so sometimes pooping can be a big problem. I started taking Magnesium Citrate softgels a few months ago and they really seem to help a lot. Prior to taking them I was having to take pericolace tablets, ducolax, as well as, use a glycerin suppository, and still had issues going but now as long as I take the MC softgels daily, and drink adequate water all goes according to plan. I have in the past had colon preps and had to drink the MC liquid and YUCK LOL so the soft gel, or capsules are the way to go for me."

January 5, 2016

Mobic

osteoarthritis

"First one that I have found working for the pain and the inflammation in my knees, elbows, shoulders, etc. I am 36 and I was tested about three weeks ago, but before I was tested, I was already taking Mobic and it worked better than all the other medicines that I was taking for my arthritis. When my test come back it showed that I was full blown with arthritis and borderline rheumatoid arthritis. "

September 20, 2010

Epiduo

acne

"I've been on epiduo for over a month and I am not impressed. I was afraid that I would experience red, dry skin when I first started using it, but was told that after the irritation I would begin to see results. I never experienced any irritation, drying, or burning, and I have seen no results as far as my acne goes. While I have not experienced any negative side effects, I am furious that my skin has not improved. I started taking antibiotics for my skin last week, but the derm told me to continue using epiduo as well. Still no results!"

December 14, 2015

OxyContin

pain

"I have chronic back problem and take Oxycontin 40mg and I know they work."

December 13, 2009

Mirtazapine

insomnia

"I love Remeron so far. I have been on so many sleeping pills since I began to have terrible insomnia 3 years ago. I was taking Seroquel at 50 mg but it took forever to put me to sleep and made me foggy during the day. I switched to Remeron 15 mg two months ago, and it works a lot better. It will make you hungry after you take it and you will feel foggy the first couple weeks, so tell your doc to start you off slow, maybe 7.5 mg at first. I have had a few pounds put on me but I am eating more and I stopped exercising, so that might be it. On Seroquel I tried to eat healthier and exercise and I gained 12 pounds on it anyways. Remeron works way better and helps with depression and anxiety too, it also gives me very vivid dreams."

August 25, 2013

Topiramate

seizure prevention

"I hate this med. it is super cruel and I don't recommend it to ANYONE. I have been taking it for a few months, and it hasn't helped much with my headaches. The side effects are brutal. I have no appetite, and I am basically forcing myself to eat. I've almost passed out 5 times this week from not eating enough, and lost 30 pounds thanks to it. It also causes severe gum irritation which SUCKS with braces, and it makes you really foggy and hard to concentrate. I will say Qudexy helps with seizures, but nothing else."

October 6, 2016

Symbyax

major depressive disorde

"This medicine has worked wonders for me! Only problem is the weight gain - I have gained almost 40 lbs in 3 months."

October 17, 2016

Varenicline

smoking cessation

"I smoked since I was 14 yrs old, I am now 51. I started taking Chantix in September 2008. I took it until January 2009 and I will be celebrating my one year smoke free anniversary on September 21, 2009. I tried everything to quit, I am so grateful to Chantix and my Doctor without the two and the support I received from the web page and the daily calls, it made the quiting a breeze. My family and most of all myself thank you, Chantix! "

September 19, 2009