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NuvaRing

birth control

"I've been under immense stress and it was throwing my hormones into whack. The NuvaRing put me back on track. I actually have a sex drive for the first time in 3 months."

April 10, 2012

Copper

birth control

"I gave it more than a 1 because it did prevent me from getting pregnant while I had it. I had mine for 7 years, then had it removed with hopes of starting a family. When I had it removed by my Dr, it broke, and only part of it came out. I don't want to scare you, I know many women who have loved their Paragards and had great experiences. But mine was not so great. The piece that did not come out was embedded in my uterus. I had to have it surgically removed. The surgery cost over $90,000 before insurance. It took us a year and a half to get pregnant. I had a bunch of fertility tests done, and my husband and I are both fine. I can't prove the difficulty is from this experience, but it is possible. That is my experience."

May 6, 2017

Quetiapine

depression

"I recently started Seroquel 50 MG for depression, panic disorder, anxiety, insomnia. The first couple of days and then up to 150 MG. This medication works great. It creates anxiolytic effects similar to clonazapam and relieves all my anxiety. I Sleep well to. I can actually function thanks to this medication and it works excellently for paranoia and anxiety. I've also found it to work great for sleep. I was previously on Abilify which was very activating and gave me a lot of anxiety and I couldn't sleep more than 1-2 hours. On Seroquel I sleep a full 8 hours and I wake up refreshed and ready for the day. It controls my anxiety and works wonders. Side effects are: No sex drive, and Drowsiness. Great medicine, works great."

January 29, 2011

Kyleena

birth control

"I had my procedure done recently and honestly it was quicker than expected. I experienced a little cramping within the first hour and then it went away. I haven't had any problems since. If you have a low tolerance for pain I would take ibuprofen about 30 mins before the insertion. You cannot measure some one else's experience with their placement because all of our bodies are different. If you are a person that experiences bleeding, it is likely you will see some spotting within the first 3 months. For people like myself I've been on BC for about 10 years, and I've always had a light menstrual so I knew I wasn't going to have very much spotting after my insertion."

April 7, 2017

Montelukast

allergic rhinitis

"Yes, I think this medicine works in treating allergic rhinitis, but after not being able to sleep at all the night I took it and being extremely agitated with mood swings tapering off into the next day after a full night's sleep, I will take it no more. I think each person needs to weigh the benefits verses the side effects for them. Everyone is, of course, different and each responds in their own way to all of these medicines. Just monitor your reaction to the drug closely if you do decide to use it and make the right decision for you to continue it or not. "

January 6, 2012

Phentermine

weight loss

"I started out at 200lbs and within two months went down to 170lbs. During the 3rd month I went down to 162lbs. I feel somewhat stuck at this point with the weight loss going much slower. I do however notice a big appetite change when I take the pill and don't. The insomnia goes away in a week or two. The earlier you take it the better. It's by far my miracle drug. I love the extra energy to help keep up with the kids and house work. I should have started this years ago."

July 2, 2008

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

birth control

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

November 17, 2017

Levonorgestrel

abnormal uterine bleeding

"I got my the mirena because I didn't want to have a hysterectomy, I have had it now bout 2yrs I will say that it stop the bleeding for me but it did cause me to gain like 20 pounds and is very painful for me during Intercourse which I don't like about having this just glad not to be bleeding 20 days out of the month (very heavy). So I will say that it did what I expected just the weight gain ."

May 14, 2016

Ivermectin

rosacea

"Literature on Soolantra says its works for 80% of users. And for that 80% it is significantly more effective than other prescribed treatments. Fortunately I am part of the 80%. For me, truly great success and no side effects. (The same goes for my two brothers) On another site I gave a similar review, but my youngest brother said to add, "Soolantra works for him were everything else failed.""

September 30, 2015

Adapalene

acne

"I love Differin. I seriously cannot live without it! My face is acne free for the first time ever! In the beginning yes you might not notice any changes but just keep using it day after day and after a few months you'll see the progress."

April 23, 2014

Tadalafil

erectile dysfunction

"Amazing! I had been having some issues maintaining an erection, would take the fun out of it for my wife and I as it was so much work to remain erect. The 20mg is unreal with immediate results and lasts 48 hours - felt like I was 25-30 again! We have a lot of sex so I take the 5mg daily and although it's not the same feeling as the 20mg, it's still working wonderfully with non-stop erections!"

April 1, 2017

Suprep Bowel Prep Kit

bowel preparation

"I took this for my first and only colonoscopy that I've had. I struggled drinking the first dose but it worked within 30 minutes and after a few trips over the next 90 minutes I was able to get a good night's sleep. TIP: put the bottles in the fridge and get them cold before diluting with more cold water. It makes the "oily" texture much easier to swallow. I was able to gulp down the morning dose and followed up with a few sips of apple juice to cover the taste. It really wasn't as bad as the nightmares of bowel prep that I'd heard before."

January 6, 2016

Oseltamivir

influenza

"Starting feeling bad on Sunday went to my Dr. On Monday she said I had the flu so I started Tamiflu it seems to have helped me a lot and pretty quick I just have had a terrible headache for 2 days and diarrhea other than that its been great.. Just can't handle this headache"

January 2, 2013

Efinaconazole

onychomycosis, toenail

"The pharmaceutical group that developed this treatment is trying to recoup their cost in 1 year, they are a greedy group as they all are and should be called out. Disgusting."

September 21, 2017

Ativan

anxiety

"I have just taken Ativan 1mg this morning. I feel just like I felt before all of this anxiety took over my life. I am happy to be me again, hopeful for it to be this easy for future attacks. I am so tired of the doctors in the ER knowing me by face and first name basis because of this condition. I started to lose my mind and had my entire family worried about me. But now after just 1mg of Ativan just today, I feel like I can get through this. If you experienced a panic attack and you are not stressed out you too will think that you are being mis-diagnosed just like me all 17 times in 2 months in the ER, but after taking Ativan I believe the doctors now and I thank them!"

November 30, 2011

Escitalopram

anxiety

"These glowing reviews are comical to me. I have had anxiety most of my life, not all the time, but it has come and gone since I was a little girl. At the urging of family members who have been on one happy pill or another trying to be happy (with no success I might add), I went to my MD and he gave me Lexapro. I took it for about 6 days, and on the 7th day. I was taken off by ambulance with a 3 day panic attack that I could do nothing about. It scared by husband so bad, he was beside himself. My blood pressure was extremely high, heart palpitations, a feeling of hypothermia, ice cold all over, could not urinate, etc. Once in the hospital, the doctor had to give me a downer to counteract the Lexapro (an upper). "

February 17, 2011

Bupropion / naltrexone

obesity

"I've been on Contrave for 12 weeks with a 23lb weight loss to date. It's definitely working for me! I have only moderately changed what I eat, cutting out most sweets and avoiding fast food, but just don't feel like eating as much. I don't have food cravings any more and feel motivated to lose this weight. I take two pills daily, one morning - one evening. Tried to increase to 3 or 4 but felt sick a couple days. Since I'm losing on two, I'll continue this way. Only side effect is slight constipation and I'm careful to take the doses after eating. I plan to lose 50 or 60lbs more! This is the first time in my adult life I've lost more than 10 lbs without getting discouraged and giving up!"

November 9, 2015

Levonorgestrel

emergency contraception

"Hi ladies. First of all, breathe. Stop convincing yourself that you're pregnant, when most likely you are not. I took the generic plan b (Take Action) 9 hours after having unprotected sex. I was a panicked wreck. And let me add, I'm pretty over the "weight limit". I had all the side effects of the medication for 2 weeks. (Headaches, dizziness, nausea, bloating, and cramping). I was making myself sick because I was stressing so much. It's all I could think about. I was obsessed with thinking that I might be pregnant. But much to my very pleasant surprise, I got my period 2 days ago!!! Which is exactly 2 weeks after I took the pill, and exactly a week before I was actually supposed to get my period. So, don't stress and wait it out!!"

March 17, 2016

Vyvanse

adhd

"Was on Concerta 18mg for 3 years worked great. Stopped taking it, felt like I didn't need it anymore and I didn't want to pay for it then. Wasn't doing so well professionally or at home not getting chores done feeling real lazy etc. so I went back on the Concerta couldn't feel it this time bumped up to 36mg still most days didn't feel a difference tried Vyvanse definitely can feel motivation only doesn't seem to last as long as Concerta used to for me but I feel happy on Vyvanse, just wished it lasted longer also as a lot of people say less anxiety. I can say I don't have an anxiety problem on Concerta or on Vyvanse but Vyvanse feels like it has anti-anxiety medicine built into. I feel real comfortable where ever I go."

February 4, 2014

Clonazepam

panic disorde

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

December 11, 2012

Prepopik

bowel preparation

"Today was my third colonoscopy; so almost a veteran. First the good part: this stuff is easy to use, no bad (but not good) taste, no side effects (no vomiting, headache etc), no abnormal discomfort and produced the desired results (no detail necessary) in a reasonably quick time. The desired results were accomplished such that the doctor commented how squeaky clean my colon was. The slight downsides: - the split dose required doing this whole thing twice, including getting up at 2:30am (and of course not even thinking about going back to sleep right away) for a 7:30 am appointment. -numerous trips to the bathroom for several hours after each of the two packets of stuff and fluids. -out of pocket cost was $120, seems EXCESSIVE"

August 17, 2016

Lithostat

urinary tract infection

"Before using Lithostat, my catheter would become clogged with stones that stuck to wall of catheter. I get chronic urinary tract infections and struvite stones. Even when it was irrigated daily with Acetic Acid and Normal Saline, we had to change the catheter every week or more often. Since I have been on Lithostat, I have no more problems with my catheter."

February 14, 2011

Dicyclomine

irritable bowel syndrome

"I took 10 mg of Bentyl, even though my doc said to take 20mg. Yes, it took care of the abdominal cramps, but I got a bad headache, dry mouth and eyes, & dizziness. I also got pain in my thigh and tingling in the same leg where I have nerve issues because of a herniated disc. This also caused neck pain where I have nerve issues as I took only 5 mg 20 hrs later when I could feel the cramping coming back. The side effects were there, but to a lesser degree. The most disturbing side effect was my heart rate dropped to 45; it's usually in the low 60's, and blood pressure went up. Not sure I can continue on this medication, perhaps only when I feel cramping coming on and no more than 5 mg."

September 14, 2014

Leuprolide

uterine fibroids

"I was having very heavy periods due to fibroids. My Gyn gave me the shot and it was amazing! No more periods! the trade off I took was night sweats and early onset menopause, but after such heavy bleeding that I have very low blood count, anemia and vitamin D deffieciency, it was well worth it! I'm only in the last few weeks of my first shot, but I can't wait for the next one!"

January 9, 2013

Moxifloxacin

sinusitis

"It must be my body but this medicine works within 30 minutes to an hour after ingestion. This is fast acting per the information I researched. I only had a sinus infection in my left nostril and it cleared up where I was able to breath through my nose without an issue. I used to carry around tissue for this purpose. No side effects for me."

November 13, 2010

Invega Sustenna

schizoaffective disorde

"Took just one 156mg a month ago (33 days). I was given this by force to control my irritability. I was misdiagnosed as my irritation is caused by a physical condition that I kept mentioning to the Drs who did not listen, and said I had mood swings. Unable to get sore from workouts. Have lost muscle tone. Loss of strength and stamina. Constant sore throat and thirst. 0 sexual interest and completely impotent. Heavy increase in urination. Have occasional feeling of tight band around head after slight arousal. Rarely some left ab pain. Blood ast & alt lvls increased by 30 points I have noticed my 15 inch arms shrink to 13 inches in just a month. I cannot exercise or pick up weights all. I am not getting even slightly sore from intense work."

January 7, 2017

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

birth control

"I was on this for about 4 years. I decided to finally get off because my mood swings were getting worse. This pill caused me to become severely depressed and developed extreme social anxiety. It was effective as a birth control but the side effects aren't worth it. I've been off it for a few months and feel so much better! Not depressed anymore and anxiety is finally getting better. Be mindful of your moods of you do decide to try this."

January 17, 2016

Belsomra

insomnia

"I've taken it for a week now and have very weird nightmares. Plus I wake up in the middle of the night or very early and can't get to sleep. It doesn't really help with falling asleep I've found. I'm not sure what it's done honestly."

February 5, 2016

Venlafaxine

depression

"i've been taking them for 5 weeks i was on citalopram 20 mg which just stopped working. switched to venlafaxine 37.5mg for 2 weeks then 2 a day for another 2 weeks then 37.5mg 3 times a day, the good thing it as stopped racing thoughts i have no control over and more relaxed the negative im constant tired and sleeping my life away cant even lift the hoover anxiety is still there don't want to socialise or go out side 8 months now really thinking there is no hope iv tried so many others over the years and some make me speed around a talk so fast and anxiety was greater getting really tired of fighting this depression thing iv had it for good 12 years severe depression.psychiatrist said i wiull get worse before getting better."

August 15, 2015

Levonorgestrel

birth control

"This is my second try at an IUD. With my first experience as reference I thought it'd be the worst again, but it wasn't! Surprisingly it was minor minor cramping and it didn't hurt. I don't know why others feel great pain. I am 28, mother of two and I go through severe menstrual cramps each month. Insertion of this IUD was so easy! I haven't felt any side effects and I've now had it for a week. If I feel any different I'll come back haha. My insurance paid for it but it costs $415 and I live in Ontario. If others are curious to know the cost of it."

May 10, 2017

Gabapentin

anxiety

"I love this medication. It got me feeling the best I have in a long time. I don't feel so on the edge everyday. I take 600 mg a day. It has done good by me."

April 4, 2010

Levonorgestrel

birth control

"I got the Mirena IUD inserted one year postpartum, and had it in for 5 years. Insertion was slightly painful; it felt like a bad cramp for a few seconds. I experienced a lot of spotting for the first month on Mirena. My periods ended up being very regular, (26 day cycles) with spotting for 7 days every cycle. I only used a panty liner. I got cystic acne on a regular basis, which was something that never happened before. I also experienced moodiness, hair thinning, and my anxiety increased. The worst thing about Mirena was the 40 lb. WEIGHT GAIN. The best thing was that it worked well to prevent pregnancy. Removal wasn't bad; just a couple seconds of pain. Replaced with the non-hormonal Paragard IUD at the same visit with no issues."

July 2, 2016

Mirena

abnormal uterine bleeding

"I got the Mirena on April 23rd to help with my endo and heavy bleeding. I got it removed yesterday, June 8th. I had about 3 or 4 good days and the rest I was enduring the same kinds of cramps that I did with my periods each month. It drained me. I wanted it to work for me so badly and felt guilty when I asked to have it removed yesterday thinking I hadn't given it long enough to settle. An hour after it was gone, I no longer felt guilty. The pain was gone. The doctor told me it could take up to 6mths to settle but I just didn't have it in me to wait it out that long. I had a horrible experience with it. Zero energy, terrible mood swings and many times I was doubled over in pain similar to labor pains which took my breath away."

June 9, 2015

Lexapro

anxiety

"I'm a 30 yr old female. Recently I got promoted at work to a more stressful and pressured role, I also found out that my partner of 12yrs has been having an affair. I've turned to therapy and Lexapro to help me through this time. I've only been on it for a week and have already experienced an improvement. I started with 5mg, will move up to 10mg in a week. My issues were-social anxiety and mild depression, I'd say my anxiety has decreased by 60%, psych said that I takes 3-6weeks for it to really kick in, so can't wait. The worst part for me was my doctor started me off on 20mg and for 2 days I had extreme anxiety and moderate depression, but I read through some positive posts and decided to soldier on with it and am so happy that I did."

December 2, 2011

Singulair

asthma

"Singulair is an effective medicine -- but can have significant side effects. I experience a foggy head and depressed mood. I have also experienced muscle cramps in my back while on this. I have noticed in reading through the comments that quite a few people are suffering with some for of side effect from this medicine. One recommendation: I talked to my doctor about cutting he dose in half, from 10 mg to 5 mg. I now take a childrens 5 mg tablet. I still get relief but don't experience the same level of side effects."

November 10, 2012

Generess Fe

birth control

"I have been using Generess Fe for about 10 months. The first few months I had breast tenderness but that went away. I may have had some weight gain. Maybe about 5 pounds, but they may be just from unhealthy eating also. I have not experienced any other bad side effects and no pregnancy. The first few months I had a normal period exactly when I should. It slowly starting decreasing in length and in heaviness. Now my period is barely spotting. Not even enough to wear a pad. It's easy to use since its chewable. Tastes like mint. So for people that have trouble swallowing pills this is great. It can be swallowed whole as well. I haven't used any other birth control before but this has worked really well for me."

April 17, 2012

Vilazodone

major depressive disorde

"I have taken many antidepressants as an adult and since I have been on this one I have not been depressed. We all know what it feels like to not go on. I have no side effects. I feel healthy and normal. I wake up every day no matter what struggles and I have not felt "down," like depressing down in over a year. I love it. I also take Klonopin for my anxiety on the side. I don't need as much though. Viibryd works wonders!"

July 23, 2014

Mirabegron

overactive bladde

"I took Myrbetriq three times over a week. It stopped the urinary urgency it was prescribed to treat but caused serious demetia. I would not be able to function if I took this drug regularly. Dry mouth I could handle, not dementia."

September 18, 2015

Baclofen

muscle spasm

"I felt a burning sensation in my stomach. My ortho took it upon himself to change from diazapam to baclofen. I've been not sleeping, and I'm irritable. I've filed a complaint thru my insurance, as well as the ortho office. It's Sunday, but I have a 915 appt with the ortho."

January 24, 2016

Otezla

plaque psoriasis

"took starter pack for 13 days and felt like I was in a fog all the time- on the 10th day started to have dizziness- by the 13th day it was so bad I stopped it. My doctor said to stop it for one week and then only take it once a day. Will see if that works or not . Both the company nor the doctor ever mention these effects!"

October 27, 2015

Suboxone

opiate dependence

"suboxone got me off of painkillers but left me addicted to it and my doctor wanted to keep me on it so I had to stop cold turkey on my own after being on it for 5 and 1/2 years. withdrawal was bad for about a week but some symptoms lasted a couple of months, but it was worth it because now I am my normal self again and much happier. It's now been over a year and I don't even think about it anymore.If I had known more about suboxone I would have just quit painkillers without it."

March 2, 2016

Clomiphene

emale infertility

"I have PCOS. We tried to conceive for 6 years before we went on Clomid I got pregnant on the 3rd month. She is 4, now we are trying again but this time seems harder. We have been on Clomid for over a year. I conceived but miscarried conjoined twins at 11 weeks. My doctor says we can try again in 3 months so back on the Clomid I go."

September 9, 2009

Ethinyl estradiol / etonogestrel

birth control

"I've been on the Nuva ring now for two years. I personally love it ! It's so much easier to use than having to take a pill everyday. I used to have a 7 day period and now it's 3 full days and 2 spotting days. I used to get horrible side effects from the pill but the only negative side effect from the Nuva ring is that about 2 weeks out of the month I don't have really any sex drive but I'll take that over acting like a lunatic and not even getting to have sex cause I scared my partner off haha. Hope this helps !"

April 28, 2016

Implanon

birth control

"It was okay. I didn't get pregnant, though my sex drive was extremely low. I had break through bleeding almost the whole time, which didn't help the sex drive. When I got off it, my husband said I seemed more happy and acted more my age (mid 20s). Apparently it affected my mood greatly and I hadn't noticed. "

May 31, 2013

Methyl salicylate

muscle pain

"Never buy this again. Salonpas Lidocaine patch never touched my pain. I couldn't tell I had it on. Couldn't never feel the medicine doing anything. $10 dollars for the box. Now I'm stuck with my pain and patches that don't work."

August 5, 2017

Azithromycin

sinusitis

"After years of suffering a one nostril clog. I was recently prescribed a 5 day 250MG dosage of Zithromax. I had zero side effects and it although it didn't totally clear my sinus infection it cleared it enough for me to know it was absolutely effective and on the right path. I can now get lengthy periods of use out of my other nostril and that's better than I've had in 10 years."

January 19, 2009

Liraglutide

diabetes, type 2

"I will let the results speak for themselves. A1C from 7.2 to 5.9. Weight loss of 53 pounds without dieting. Some of the weight came back so I will need to exercise more or eat less,"

May 1, 2015

Fesoterodine

overactive bladde

"Did not work for me at all. Out of the several Overactive bladder medicines I have tried, this one was the worst for me. In fact, it made my symptoms worse. Urgency, accidents, pain and frequency all grew worse and within a matter of days I was back wearing disposable briefs because I had very little bladder control. Once I stopped it and switched to Sanctura, things improved."

June 9, 2012

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

birth control

"Okay so I was on Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo before I started Aviane and I had AWFUL hormonal cystic acne along my jaw line. I switched to Aviane in the attempt to control my acne. Within 3 days I saw a MAJOR improvement. my skin is almost clear and it has been a week. HOWEVER, my mood swings are awful. I'm extremely angry, my boyfriend is putting up with a monster. On top of being miserable, sex drive has completely tanked. Definitely didn't work for me at all. I hate to get off of it because my face is so clear but I really can't take the anger anymore"

January 12, 2016

Nexplanon

birth control

"Okay so I got my nexplanon implant about 7 months ago and have bled EVERY SINGLE DAY! It was embarrassing and annoying and made me so self conscious. I couldn't have sex without bleeding and making a mess . I hated it . Mood and depression also worsened , but officially after 7 whole months . I have stopped bleeding! It's only been two weeks, hopefully it doesn't come back or I will get it removed . I recommend to try something else !"

April 3, 2017

Pantoprazole

barrett's esophagus

"I was diagnosed with Barrett's Esophagus six years ago, and regularly used Prilosec for the past 8 years, but I occasionally still had severe heartburn. Like the last post, I too was prescribed a higher and higher dose until I was taking 4-6 pills a day, still getting occasional heartburn. Last year I started taking only 40 mg per day of Pantoprazole, and I seldom (less than once a month when I get careless with food and/or alcohol) have had heartburn at all. I highly recommend asking your doctor about this medication, if you suffer from long term frequent heartburn and Prilosec no longer sees to work as well."

September 22, 2014

Medroxyprogesterone

birth control

"Have had the shot twice now. About to get my third. There's been some irregular bleeding. And it's mostly after sex. But no full period. No cramps, PMS, never wear tampons or pads anymore. It's been very efficient! I've taken tests just to be sure too! "

September 1, 2017

Citalopram

generalized anxiety disorde

"I'm 23 years old and completly normal I suffer from anxiety which started making me feel very down in the dumps ( depressed). I started on 10mg 2 months ago and now feel great a lot more calm and back to my out going self. I suffered from some of the side effects for the first month such as insomnia and dizzyness and my symptoms did worsen at first but stick with it it does calm down in the end"

November 22, 2016

Risperidone

paranoid disorde

"I am taking 4mg of risperidone for 6 years. I was feeling much better. Now a month ago my blood glucose has gone up and my doctor told me I can't have sugar any more . I have stop having my period 6 month ago . I am worrying . "

August 6, 2017

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

acne

"Well, I've been battling acne since I was 18- I'm 24 now. This has been one horrible, embarrassing and freakin' expensive ride. I've done everything from top of the line facials to the whole raw vegan thing. Nope, still cursed. This has led to severe depression and self esteem issues. I tried orthotricylcen-lo and it cleared things up a bit. Stopped after a year due to migraines. I'm now on my 3rd week of yasmin and I have noticed some changes in my skin. My skin is less oily but my many small zits around my mouth have turned into a few huge inflamed cystic pimples, moving toward my jaw line and neck(?). It takes about 3 months to see the full effects so hang in there friends! One plus side is my boobs are so swollen they look great."

May 2, 2017

Linzess

irritable bowel syndrome

"I been on linzess for 5 weeks and I found 72 mg works better than staying in bathroom all day I TAKE at 6am eat at 7 done by 10 there's days just a little and Sunday I don't take I drink prune juice I will take stool softener my heart goes out to all of us with this illness tuff please keep posting w are helping each other."

July 24, 2017

Relpax

migraine

"While this does stop my migraine, after I started taking relpax, almost immediately I started having daily migraines. For over a year, I had a migraine every single day and would have to take another relpax. A friend told me to stop taking them because they were causing rebound headaches. I switched to another medication and only used very little of it along with a hydrocodone to wean off the relpax. Long story short, I haven't had a migraine since I stopped the relpax."

October 22, 2012

Citalopram

anxiety and stress

"It's very good, I'm on 10mg now. I used to take it couple of years ago, and felt much better, so after 2 years I stopped taking it. Now again I felt very anxious, and after one week on citalopram it's much easier for me to socialize. No more need for hydroxizine or valium. The only one side effect is I can not "finish" if you know what I mean;)"

May 3, 2016

Lyrica

ibromyalgia

"I have only been diagnosed for about a year now. I have completely lost my life due to fibromyalgia pain. My doctor started me on Cymbalta, which worked for awhile but then stopped, then put me on Lyrica without weaning me off Cymbalta....WITHDRAWALS hello. Had to start again and wean off while also taking Lyrica. The Lyrica seemed to help at first too, then wham just like everything else, stopped working....EXCEPT on weight gain and brain fog. I was a zombie. So now I'm worsening day by day even though I try to stay active have cut all caffeine, etc. because my doctors just don't believe pain medicines help and say there isn't much else they can do for me. Glad for the people it has helped."

July 10, 2012

Desvenlafaxine

depression

"I have been taking 50mg of Pristiq for about 5 weeks now, and just started taking 100 mg a couple days ago. I am 31 yrs old, but have been on antidepressants for 10 yrs. I've tried many SSRI's (Lexapro for several yrs) and never felt much better at all. I remained depressed and began to try to accept that this is just what my life would be. Finally, about 2 months ago my Drs office began doing genetic testing which can guide them on what medicines your body will respond best to. So Pristiq it was. I think my mood has lifted somewhat. I'm really hoping it will improve even more as studies show full benefits take 6-8 weeks. "

January 2, 2014

Mirena

birth control

"I had a horrific experience with the mirena. The insertion was the worst pain I've ever felt in my life. It was absolutely horrific. I was covered in sweat and I almost lost consciousness from the pain. The following 2 days, I took 3 ibuprofen every 6 hours and I was still in so much pain that I could hardly bear to eat. I knew I needed a stronger pain med but had no confidence I could drive myself to the doctor's office. 3 months later, I had my first panic attack completely unprovoked. I've had anxiety since then, and horrific, severe acne unlike anything I've ever had. Removal was just as painful. The strings were cut too short so I need to get it surgically removed under general anesthesia next week. I can't wait. I've had it for 5 mo"

May 9, 2017

Sertraline

depression

"I was on citalopram for about 2 years after I noticed that it stopped working. My psychiatrist prescribed me Sertraline 100mg per day. It went worse for me. I lost nearly every interest and my concentration in school was just awful. After 5 Weeks without improvement I stopped the medication. I slowly reached my normal mindset. I know that the drugs are no wonder pills, but I really hoped for an improvement like on citalopram. I will try out bupropion next week. Hope it will help more."

June 12, 2017

Lexapro

depression

"I've had depression for years (runs in family). I was on Prozac (didn't do much) then switched to Zoloft. After a while on Zoloft I noticed that I felt like a zombie, almost devoid of emotion but prone to rage at times. I switched to Lexapro and it was as if a light had been turned on. Wow! I had energy and positive thoughts again plus MOTIVATION, which had been completely lacking on Zoloft and Prozac. I did have headaches but started taking the pill at night which worked. I would stay on Lexapro and give it a 10 rating, however lately I've felt quite jumpy and nervous. Sometimes I feel a little anxious but not bad. I'm going to now try Celexa, which is supposed to be much like Lexapro but with less anxiety."

November 11, 2011

Otezla

plaque psoriasis

"I have been on otezla going on 4 months now, my results have not been that great. My plaques are less angry and not as red but they are still very visible and itchy, the majority of my plaques are on my legs and arms the rest of my body was always clear. Visiting with my dermatologist to see if I shoukd give it some more time or stop taking it; I'll keep you posted. I had very little side affects by the way, a little diareah."

April 26, 2016

Sertraline

depression

"I was on Zoloft for about 8 years for severe generalized anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder. I was eventually maxed out (200mg) and I felt awful. I couldn't feel emotions at all, it was almost like depression but less hopeless. I felt like a zombie. Or a robot. I also had pretty severe sexual side effects as well. Got taken off, and I feel like a real human again. I'm on Wellbutrin now."

July 6, 2017

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

birth control

"I took Trinessa for a year and had no negative side effects, but I decided to try a few other birth control pills in an attempt to have a shorter period. Every single one of them left me moody, depressed, and my sex drive was completely non existent. Trinessa is the only birth control I've been able to find that both helps with acne and doesn't destroy my sex drive. However on the last week of active pills my breasts usually feel heavy and sore and I will break out a little more than the rest of the month."

September 16, 2014

Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

bowel preparation

"I'm currently struggling to drink this disgusting liquid and I'm just ughhh. Its taste like a nasty lemonade with no sugar with each sip that I take I'm gagging and trying not to throw up. I am however feeling a bubbling sensation in my stomach and I've only taken 10 sips"

February 13, 2017

Adapalene

acne

"I am so lucky to have discovered this medication. It has really changed my life. I am no longer afraid to let people see my face with/without makeup. This is the first time that I have felt comfortable with my skin in 10 years! If you are just starting to use this medication be patient. I did not see great results until well into the 3rd month of using it. I also found it's important to only use a small thin layer otherwise your initial breakouts will be worse. Good luck!"

August 4, 2013

Gildess Fe 1 / 20

birth control

"I have been on this birth control for 5 months now and it was the worst mistake of my life. I never understood why I had this angry feeling inside of me all the time and anything my boyfriend said or did made me irritated and I would lash out at him all the time. I couldn't control my mood swings and I would get really emotional here and there. I didn't know what was wrong with me, but after realizing it, it was the birth control that was changing my mood. The pills have also stopped my period and I would freak out every month because I would miss my period. People told me to wait 3 months before you get on track, but it did not happen. I wish I did not start off with this birth control."

April 27, 2015

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

birth control

"I have been on tri sprintec for almost 3 years now. It was pretty bad for months after starting this pill. I had mood swings, I had moments were I felt depressed. I changed for a few months to the patch and depo, I liked the patch which I lost weight on, but I constantly worried it would fall off and the adhesive gave me a rash. Depo made me way to emotion and hungry. I gained weight on the pill but I'm not sure if it was because of the pill or because I started college. I have lost some of the weight since. I love that my periods are predictable and regular as well as short. I still get a few cramps and acne, but that only happens the day before my period. I no longer feel depressed or have crazy mood swings."

April 18, 2016

Nortriptyline

migraine prevention

"I've had "a" really bad headache for over 6 weeks now. On my right side. I say "a" because it is almost constant, day and night every day. Seldom have I had headaches my entire life. I'm now 60. After 4 visits to a doctor, (the first one prescribed antibiotics saying I had a sinus infection-no help what so ever, the second guy Midrin, same thing). I was prescribed nortriptyline at 25mg once a day by my last visit with a new doctor. It has been 3 days, so not much change, yet. I can put up with any/all the side effects mentioned, if I get relief. I will repost in a week or 2, when hopefully it has kicked in. Scheduled for a CAT scan in 2 days.....we'll see. Reading these posts has given me some hope."

January 2, 2017

PEG3350

bowel preparation

"It worked fine but do not use toilet paper use the ultra soft cleansing wipes. Also some baby powder towards the end is good and even some zinc oxide for diaper rash"

September 3, 2015

Zolpidem

insomnia

"I personally have not taken this medication but my mother has. I am 19 and she started taking it when I was 12. It for the most part helped her insomnia but the side effects were extreme. I would have to stay up until she had fallen asleep because if I didn't she would do things and not remember them the next morning. She would take our dog for a walk in the dark at 10 at night by herself. There was one occasion where she woke up on our neighbors cement front porch with our dog. She had no recollection of how she got there. She would eat strange things like vineager and ketchup chicken quesadillas, she would fall down the stairs, she would lose things, and she got very addicted. Coming off it was horrible. The night terrors were insane"

September 17, 2015

Etonogestrel

birth control

"I have had Nexplanon since May of 2013, it is now September of 2014 and I am pleased to say it has been a good experience. I haven't gained any weight on Nexplanon. I actually feel like my sex drive has increased. I haven't had issues with acne. I've had a period that hasn't lasted longer than a week and a half and have only one every few months. After reading other reviews I feel extremely lucky. The only thing I have to complain about would be that every now and then if I lay on my arm with the injection site I sometimes experience discomfort but that seems like a small issue and after my third year I plan on getting Nexplanon again. Hope this helps!"

September 4, 2014

Adzenys XR-ODT

adhd

"I'm on day 2 of adzenys. I like that I take it once. But the texture is gritty once dissolved. It's a dissolvable pill so what do you expect? I do experience dry mouth and slight decrease in appetite but it's nothing serious. My doctor started me on a pediatric dose of 6.3 milligrams once a day. Another problem I see is that I'm having a hard time falling asleep. It could be because I take the medication around 11 o'clock in the morning but that's the time I get up. So it's honestly too early for me to tell.we will see once I get a routine going and school starts again."

July 23, 2016

Symbyax

bipolar disorde

"I have been on Symbyax for about 3 yrs.and it works great. Slept like a log, my emotions were suppressed (not sure if that's good or bad). I was recently changed to generic and I am having problems with mood swings and even worse weight gain."

August 11, 2015

Liraglutide

diabetes, type 2

"It made me feel sick the 1st month at 1.2mg , queasy stomach, not too bad diarrhea, if there is such a thing as good? The biggest thing I noticed was food did not appeal to me at all. I just did not feel like eating anything. And when I did eat something, I felt full on a few bites. This after about 2 months lead to a 36 lb weight drop and an A1c that went from 7.3 to an A1c of 5.6. I have been on it now for 6 months but no more weight loss or gain. 12hr Fasting Glucose is showing from 75-88. I never see levels above the 120's after meals, even sweets. I think the problem with Victoza is that it works almost too good! I think some people will go off their diets or cheat a lot more because they have such low A1c's."

January 3, 2015

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

abnormal uterine bleeding

"Loestrin 24 is definitely the best form of birth control out there. I have been taking it non stop for the last 6 years and I've never had a single problem while taking it. I always take it at the same time every single day and if by chance I miss a day, my periods were never longer. I had a little bit of acne before I started taking the pill and it definitely cleared it up for me. About weight gain, I never gained a pound except in my breasts. If anything, the pill actually allowed me to lose weight. The ONLY negative thing I have to say about Loestrin 24 is that it tends to be a little pricey but if you have insurance, it's definitely the best pill out there! I will never switch from this pill! Very satisfied!"

May 4, 2011

Armour Thyroid

hashimoto's disease

"After college I was diagnosed with Grave's disease and they did the radioactive iodine treatment on me which completely killed my thyroid. I used to be super skinny and could eat all the time. Now I'm not one of those people who ever got big my max weight after treatment was 147lbs, which for 5"4 still wasn't "big". I however was spending 2 hours working out 5 days a week and basically living on protein shakes so I should have definitely been a lot thinner. Before the treatment I was 123lbs and to bloom up to 147lbs in a matter of 4 years. I was on Synthroid for 6 years and never felt normal. I tried Naturoid for 6 months still nothing. My new doctor put me on Armour and I couldn't be happier. I have my energy back and am down to 130lbs."

June 25, 2013

Ziprasidone

bipolar disorde

"When I got on this I was self-diagnosed with depression, and tried about a dozen antidepressants without getting better. My gyno, who was prescribing, said I had to see a psychiatrist because he was scared he'd 'scramble my brain'. I was diagnosed with A-typical bipolar and put on Geodon and Lamictal. The Lamictal did nothing, but in 3 days I went from work or just being in bed the rest of the time gorging on food and not wanting to be bothered to feeling much much better. I started on 30mg and am now on 80, about 10 years later. I highly recommend this for bipolar. I've lately started getting into bipolar depression again, though not like it used to be, and am trying a medicine with great reviews that I'd never heard of called Symbyax."

March 7, 2014

Biotin

not listed / othe

"I have been taking biotin for about three years to improve my nails and hair. I can tell a great difference in the strengh of my nails. They no longer peel like onion skin but are very strong and healthy. There isn't much of a change in my hair."

October 4, 2008

Primatene Mist

asthma, acute

"Doctor couldn't diagnose that I had adrenal fatigue and thyroid insufficiency, I developed severe allergies which affected my breathing severely. Was put on albuterol inhalers, which did little, and a specialist told me I have gotten the wrong medication all along. Meanwhile, I used Primatene, which immediately gave me fast results, better then the albuterol. "

January 2, 2011

Cialis

erectile dysfunction

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

December 26, 2013

Trintellix

major depressive disorde

"I am bipolar and have major depression issues and have been on tons of meds, to the point where I have felt like a pin cushion for these meds. Either they make me so tired I can't do nothing or they just don't work. I started taking Brintellix 3 months ago and I am on 10 mg a day. Side effects, whether I took it with food or not I would throw up almost every day ugh.....but on the up side it has made me feel like me again, not miserable and naggy looking at everything in a negative way! The nausea is still there sometimes in the morning but I will take it. So I can cope with everyday issues without freaking out and to be somewhat at peace with myself."

January 26, 2015

Alprazolam

anxiety

"I work in retail management in the city of Philadelphia, so my nerves get worked for 12 hours straight. Xanax absolutely takes the edge off. I also use it whenever I fly, and that's a really big positive for me because I fly frequently."

March 13, 2011

Acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine

headache

"I've tried many medications over the years to control severe tension headaches and this combination in Esgic is the only one I can trust. Headache sufferers know the agony of just doing normal tasks and being the best you can be at work, at meetings, with colleagues, family and friends. I am conservative in my approach, but when I must reach for the Esgic, I can function normally and pain free 9 out of 10 times."

June 1, 2011

Clarithromycin

strep throat

"Vile.. Got the worst headache terrible taste in mouth dizziness and generally feel terrible..taking it because I have the strep bacteria in my lungs which is uncommon this is now my second dose as it didn't go the first time but im not convinced its working"

February 18, 2016

Errin

birth control

"This has Been The WORST birth control i have ever been on , It has darkened my skin , gave me the worst mood swings & lets not begin on irregular periods. Being on this seems more like a burden, stopping pregnancy is really not worth all the hell you go through on these pills."

August 13, 2017

Acetaminophen / hydrocodone

pain

"I was given Vicodin after having all 4 wisdom teeth removed. From the first day to a week later, I took half a Vicodin every 3 hours or so, and I never felt a single pain or throb. Worked great!"

March 13, 2011

Enbrel

psoriatic arthritis

"I loved it. I had taken it for almost ten years. It got the arthritis under control almost 100%, and the psoriasis was almost gone but, after ten years, the doctors tell me I have built up an immunity to it. So we try some new medicines."

October 3, 2011

Zolpidem

insomnia

"I've experienced 12 years of chronic sleep and anxiety disorders. Zolpidem ( "Ambien") will not "knock you out" or reduce anxiety levels, instead it creates hypnotic effects that have caused me further issues with uncharacteristic night terrors and black outs. As per the warning label, do NOT try to drive / operate heavy machinery while using this medication."

June 4, 2015

Tramadol

chronic pain

"After examining my MRI, my doctor diagnosed me with a herniated cervical disk where the hernia is pinching a nerve. I had an excruciating pain that shot through my left shoulder blade all the way down my arm. The pain is akin to being bashed on my upper arm several times with a baseball bat. Until my diagnosis I was laid up flat on my back in bed for about a week like in paralysis. My doctor prescribed a combination of Lyrica (pregabulin) and tramacet (tramadol). It has been a miracle for me. I've been experimenting with the dosages. I'm currently on extended release tramacet (100mg) and Lyrica (75mg) 4 times a day. I sometimes take an extra tramacet IR (37mg) for breakthrough pain. This seems to be the bare minimum which works for me."

October 5, 2016

Norethindrone

birth control

"So my periods have been really irregular the last couple of years. My dr prescribed Nora-BE. I started my period two weeks after starting the pill and am still experiencing heavy bleeding after 9 days. I guess this is one of the possible side effects but I'm going to follow up with my gyno. Anyone else experience this?"

March 16, 2015

Propafenone

atrial fibrillation

"I had AFib first time I got cardioconversion It came back month later ended up in ER According to my numerous halter monitors I was having AFib frequent I was unaware Tried numerous meds most bottomed out my bp Propafenone works I'm also on Eliquis but Been noticing hair loss I'm tired often I do have occasional PAC I'm a midnight nurse Bad habits coffee, no sleep, stress Weight gain did not help I'm trying to lessen my stress Lol"

February 25, 2017

Temazepam

insomnia

"I take 30 mg at like 10:00 pm and fall asleep but I wake up at like 5:00 or 6:00 am exhausted and exhausted most of the day. I also take XANAX .5 mg once or twice during the day for anxiety / panic attacks. That helps but still tired all day"

March 5, 2016

Flecainide

atrial fibrillation

"I had the first afib experience in 2004 (age 63)while playing senior softball, took shock paddles to convert. Kept playing sports and had second episode in 2007, converted with Amiodarone. Stayed on that until new doctor (insurance changed), took me off without a replacement, re-ocurrence couple months later, restarted on Amiodarone for conversion. Back with original doctor, kept up Amiodarone and all the blood work, x-rays, pulmonary function tests, etc. required semi-annual till 2014. Finally (after more tests) was switched to 100 mg. Flecanide & 12.5 mg. Metoprolol twice daily, with no semi-annual tests. So far-so good, except for some arthritis ? issues, still active in sports (senior). Hopefully this will stay with me."

July 13, 2016

Atripla

hiv infection

"I've been on Atripla for a year and a half for HIV and HBV co-infection. My viral load is undetectable and it has also been very effective in treating the HBV as well. The side effect I experience is dizziness which my doctor was able to correct with a low dose Restoril (7.5mg) which completely eliminated the side effects. I take both at bedtime and do not suffer the insomnia common with Atripla."

November 29, 2009

Hydroxyzine

sedation

"I was prescribed this medication to help me sleep. I take it with Lortab and Xanax. It really helps with sleeping but if I don't eat before I take it the nausea is really bad, which is strange because it's also prescribed for nausea and vomiting. "

April 6, 2013

Medroxyprogesterone

birth control

"I've been on the Depo-Provrea shot for about 6 months now and I was absolutely terrified of gaining weight on it because of the multiples stories I've heard. But, I actually lost weight, so I love it. I haven't noticed any change in mood. Perhaps a slight increase in acne but hardly anything to complain about. I did have spotting for about 3 weeks in the beginning. Overall, I really like it. I don't have to take a pill every day and there aren't really any noticeable side effects."

June 22, 2013

Methotrexate

rheumatoid arthritis

"Been taking mtx, folic and Plaquinel for 1.5 yrs. My biggest side effect is lack of appetite. Not sure if it is the MTX or plaquinel causing this but as a result I feel I have no energy or muscle mass left. I wonder whether it is better to take the drugs or let the RA runs it's course. History of cancer in the family but not seeing any reference to that side effect here"

February 3, 2016