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Medroxyprogesterone

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

This is Betty Lue 2017Just to follow up on my post a couple days ago I got admitted to the hospital yesterday April 3, 2017 for a critical low blood level . Had to get transfuse 2 units now the doctor wants to give me more because it is still critically low. Level went down to 6 .Still bleeding from depo. This drug need to be off the market. All other birth control if you stop using it it will start to ware off but depo can linger in your body for weeks and months. This is very sad. I saw my GYN on April 20th and he decided to do a D&C . It was best decision ever after procedure I bleed out what was left the 3 hours later it changed to spotting then light red spotting now today is April 8th no spotting . So get D&C if ur still bleedin

01/10

2017-04-08

Esomeprazole

GERD

I have taken other reflux medicine. My gasteroenterologist suggested I try this one. This was a colossal mistake. I'll try to tell you what happened yesterday and you can judge for yourself. So I woke up the next day after taking it the previous night and felt awful. I felt like I was going crazy and my brain was a little bit messed up. I couldn't think straight. I felt like I wanted to crawl out of my skin. My fingertips were hurting. My muscles were aching. I had a hard time talking. The side effects were genuinely horrible, mentally and physically. It was one of the worst days I've had in a long time. I didn't take it after I went to bed and the next day and l woke up feeling fine. Avoid this drug.

12/10

2017-05-30

Dulcolax

Constipation

I've been taking dulcolax for years now. Like everyone else I usually take two or three sometimes. Depending how badly puffy I feel that day. I also had severe abdominal pain that made me want to curl up in the fetal position. A good trick to this horrible pain is having an ice pack handy in your fridge. The moment I wake up with this pain (even though I don't always feel it) I rush to grab my ice pack (my first time was frozen peas lol) and placed it right on my abdominal and soothed the pain down until I was able to let my bowel movement lose. I sat on the toilet with the ice pack directly in contact where I felt pain. It works for me and iIhope it will work for you. Constipation is no fun but relieve is!

910/10

2016-01-06

Tioconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

I've come to realise that the burning and itching is from the wipes and cream the oval insert is awesome, I just dont use the other stuff

910/10

2015-10-06

Testosterone

Hypogonadism, Male

The patches caused a severe rash leaving spots like I'd been branded. Diagnosed as Latex Intolerant.

01/10

2015-08-11

Nucynta

Pain

Had no side effects and found it extremely effective--maybe more than Oxycodone. Is expensive, even with insurance, but worth it in my opinion.

910/10

2010-12-28

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

I contiued smoking while taking the starter week pack. By the 4th day, it was like sucking on a straw. I got no more pleasure from smoking, but I still wanted to smoke. The only side effect was very vivid dreams. I quit smoking when I started the 2nd week of Chantix. I did crave cigarettes for the first 3 days. Day 3 was very, very tough. I was a miserable person to be around. Day 4 brought NO cravings. Side effects were vivid dreams of people I knew 20 years ago (pre-cigarettes??), foggy headed-ness, and the normal healing discomfort. I finished the second week as perscribed even though I didn't feel the need for the drug. The 3rd week, I took half a pill, morning and night. The 4th week, half a pill in the morning. Smoke-free!

89/10

2009-10-07

Yasmin

Acne

It took six months to my skin to get clear. The first 4 months were the worst, but now, I don

910/10

2015-08-13

BuSpar

Anxiety

Before starting buspirone I read some awful reviews on it which made me not want to take it. I am now glad that I did start taking it as I've had zero side effects and it is slowly making me feel a little more human.

89/10

2016-10-23

Mesalamine

Ulcerative Colitis, Active

I have found that it works great for my flare ups. It is to be retained all night, which isn't difficult as long as you do a full tap water bag enema first, empty, wait an hour or so and then inject the Rowasa enema. If you just simply use the Rowasa with a full colon, it becomes quite difficult to retain. If you do the Rowasa immediately after the big enema, you have absorbed too much water and not the medicine of the Rowasa. Bottom line is this: It's no fun, but clean yourself out with at least one full bag enema first, wait and hour and then put it in. This always works for me. I hope it helps.

89/10

2009-07-19

Viberzi

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Before taking this medication, I was progressively getting worse with bouts of diarrhea 3 or 4 times at least per day. The abdominal cramping was so severe I was bending over in pain. There was urgency and accidents which led me to not want to leave the house. It was getting difficult to work because sometimes I had an accident before getting to work and the embarrassment was beyond belief .After taking this medication 1 day, there was no more diarrhea, no more cramping, things were normal! I love the relief this has given me!

910/10

2016-01-24

Pregabalin

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

I have suffered anxiety for 10 years plus and for the last year had suffered from jelly legs whenever I'm in a shopping area or anywhere there's crowds of people, Lyrica has changed my life for the better no more worries, loads more confidence and no feelings of anxiety, would say it has improved my life 100%.

89/10

2013-06-04

Chlordiazepoxide

Alcohol Withdrawal

Going cold turkey I experienced insomnia ,sweating ,anxiety and very high pulse then I decided to get medical help. They gave me Librium 25mg for 4 times a day first three days, 25mg 3 times a day for the next 3 days 25mg , 25mg 2 times a day for the next 3 days , 25mg at bedtime for the last three days. Librium sure saved me from convulsing and ending up at the emergency or dead ! PS always add a good supplement of vitamin b complex 100mg, very helpful when you detox, alcohol prevents your body from absorbing vitamin B. Good luck !! One day at a time :)

89/10

2015-04-07

Meclizine

Motion Sickness

I have had 2 middle ear operations. Half my coclea is gone so my equilibrium is constantly off.. very dizzy all the time! Bonine is a god send!

910/10

2017-03-12

Dexilant

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I have been having stomach problems and my doctor gave me a month sample of this. It doesn't seem to have any effect on my stomach, I have however been having mood swings. I stopped taking it and my mood was back to normal. Strange but true. This may work for others, but not for me.

23/10

2011-01-16

Diethylpropion

Obesity

I'm very pleased with Tenuate. It has changed my body completely. I have more energy and my body has stopped aching. I had back pain and knee pain almost every day. Since I started in February of this year I weighed 206 and am size 16. Now I am 164 and a size 10. I'm very happy yet fearful if what its going to be like when I stop taking it or will this be a life long struggle. To keep the weight off.

910/10

2011-07-26

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

Was slightly uncomfortable during insertion, but not unbearable. Experienced mild cramping afterwards and spotted for the next several days. Was ok in the very beginning and has since maintained it's contraceptive purpose, but spotting began again and never stopped resulting in having to use panty liners daily and dealing with it irritating the skin. On top of this is hair lose, bigger appetite, irritability, cramping, and fatigue.

12/10

2016-05-15

Naproxen

Period Pain

As I grew older my pains grew worse. Since I've discovered naproxen, I never worry about period pains anymore because it soothes the pain within 15-20mins!

56/10

2012-04-04

Propofol

Anesthesia

I had my first general anesthetic yesterday, propofol, for a circumcision. I'm over 40 and procedure recently became necessary.I was nervous as never had general and also have asthma,various allergies and had a slight chest infection.Have to say it was really effective. Ihad needle put in, slight warm sensation,t asted it in my mouth, passing moment of dizzy,what's happenin feeling and next thing I knew I was in the recovery room. Woke up feeling fine, just like a nights sleep. Anyone going in for this has nothin to worry about

910/10

2015-03-19

Venlafaxine

Depression

I was on Effexor XR for 8 years and I recently went off. I gave the drug 8 out of 10 because overall my anxiety and depression were greatly improved. I didn't have any sexual side effects and only felt dizzy when I did not take the medication at exactly the same time every night. I did lose a lot of my energy and was prescribed Wellbutrin to help out with that. However, the withdrawal, as others have mentioned, is terrible. My doctor prescribed a low dose of prozac (20mg) to ease the withdrawal and it really helped. If you are going off effexor, do it with prozac. I tried without it twice before and it was such a horrible experience that I went right back on.

78/10

2008-09-22

Cyclobenzaprine

Temporomandibular Joint Disorde

This medicine helps ease the pain, discomfort of temporomandibular Joint Disorder associated with these symptoms for me. Tightness in jaw and neck, pain in jaw and neck down to shoulder. Also helps with other symptoms for me that seem to be like fibromyalgia symptoms. I give this medicine a high score. I have no side effects, except that it makes me very sleepy. I take this medicine at night before bed as it knocks me out about 1.5 hours after taking it. I can not take it during the day as I would not be able to function without falling asleep, that is the only bad thing. Sometime only a half of the pill is needed and for others the whole pill. I stay sleeping all night long without any interruptions of discomfort or pain.

89/10

2010-12-11

Lamictal

Bipolar Disorde

It seems to be helping, but still some depression remains. I have Bipolar Type 1, so I have struggled with mania, hypomania, mixed mood, and depression. I do notice I'm more "even," which is what the medicine intends to do. I take a combination of meds, so it could be difficult to tell which medicine is doing what. All I know is that I have no side effects, which is good, because I requested a mood stabilizer that will not make me gain weight. Overall, I'm satisfied with the way things are going (thank goodness, because Bipolar could be hell).

78/10

2013-12-03

Desvenlafaxine

Depression

This gave me mood swings and insomnia.

12/10

2008-11-02

Paroxetine

Anxiety and Stress

For all of you writing your bad experiences on here really need to rethink the purpose of your post. Writing about an experience that is short of something you would see in an exorcism movie (head spinning, projectile vomiting, sweating, hyperventilating etc.) Be careful. You are posting in a forum of people who have diagnosed anxiety and they turn to the Internet and read these posts, that more than likely are exaggerated, breeding greater anxiety or worse making someone not take the medication. The medication was prescribed for a reason with hundreds of millions of dollars in research spent in studying it. Ranging from bacterial study to small animal study to large animal study to human trials etc. This medication is very safe.

910/10

2017-01-19

Sertraline

Post Traumatic Stress Disorde

Tinnitus that is constant. Loud all the time and gets louder occasionally. It drives me crazy to the point of wanting to get off zoloft. I ask every Dr I see if anything can be done for tinnitus. Answer is always no. Is it this medication? Anyone with tinnitus will understand. I also have various problems urinating and sexual stuff. Thank you for giving me this forum.

45/10

2017-03-07

Phentermine

Weight Loss

Everyone talks about this amazing energy boost I have yet to experience that it does curb my appetite but it's also a lot of will power once some pounds came off I was more motivated in the gym I lost 30 pounds the first time around so was 230 stopped taking them and gained 21 pounds back but I also have pretty bad depression and was going though relationship issues and literally didn't step foot in the gym for months it works if you put in the work too

78/10

2017-02-28

Lamotrigine

Depression

I titrated up to 75 and stayed there for about 5 weeks. My depression lightened a bit but it was not effective during my menstrual cycle. Eventually I started experiencing blurry vision and I read that was a common side effect, so I weaned off of it.

34/10

2016-01-30

Escitalopram

Anxiety

Wonder drug for me. I have been on and off 10 mg Lexapro for 5 years. Went through withdrawals while weaning myself off through the beginning of 2 pregnancies. Withdrawals feel like you are coming down with something and the world is a scary unknown new place. Brain zaps are weird too. But I went back on the medication after giving birth because I truly am the text book person with generalized anxiety disorder. It consumes every part of my life. I was just upped to 15 mg a week ago because the 10 was just not quite doing it for me anymore. Life has thrown some serious medical conditions our way. My son was diagnosed with cancer, as was my father, and my other son has down syndrome so my anxiety really spiked. The 15 mg has been wonderful.

910/10

2016-12-05

Lyrica

ibromyalgia

I have been taking Lyrica for 6 weeks.The first 5 weeks I took 50mg twice daily.Literally at the 5 week mark I had significant improvement.My pain was at a consistent pain level of an 8/9 before starting and now a 5/6.I would like to note I had no side effects at this dose.My doctor increased my dose to 100mg twice daily a week ago and now I have side effects,headaches that last all day,everyday where as before I did have chronic headches that came and went during the day from fibro. Also my fingers and face are very puffy to the point of being uncomfortable.And the worst part is the chronic dry mouth.I have to keep a water bottle on hand to sip on constantly!(Having a chronic dry mouth puts you at a higher risk of cavities.)And weight gain

67/10

2016-10-02

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

I got switched to Gildess when they started shipping it to me. Ever since I've went from having a period for 3 days to hardly having one at all. I will spot a little once a month. I've also gained alot of weight. But I'm not positive it was all due to the pill or not. I have noticed low sex drove but I figured that just happened after getting married. Lol.

78/10

2015-06-09

Benzonatate

Cough

chronic sinusitis, allergies and asthma

89/10

2016-01-14

Buprenorphine / naloxone

Opiate Dependence

Uncomfortable in mouth, does not stick to cheek , little B.Vail packages create a huge amount waste and unwanted attention. Who wants open a wrapper marked clearly , and then stick a film to their cheek that will not stay. Will not dissolve in less than 10 mins. Defiantly better than being a junkie. Not much difference if you have to hide your meds, you need . All because of the strange and untoward delivery system really , can't they just make a pill that dissolves in the lining of the stomach ????

12/10

2015-10-11

Almotriptan

Migraine

I take 200 mg of Topamax daily. I have tried Imitrex, Relpax and Maxalt. Maxalt was okay. I have had no side-effects with Axert. It usually relieves my migraines within 10-15 minutes maximum.

89/10

2008-07-03

Desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol

Birth Control

I have been taking Desogen for almost a month and a half. I get dizzy, have severe headaches, cystic acne, extreme cramps, and the worst part of it all is my moods are awful. I get so angry and emotional at the drop of a hat. So I stopped taking it because I was tired of getting angry all the time and taking it out on my boyfriend. Luckily he's very understanding. My moods and acne have now practically vanished once I stopped taking it.

01/10

2015-05-18

Sprintec

Birth Control

I've been using Sprintec for over a year now and I honestly don't have too many complaints. For the first month my breast was tender but it went away. My period comes exactly the same time and day of the month. I don't usually miss a pill but the few times I did I ended up getting pretty sick at night for around 6 hours, I would throw up and have stomach pains; obviously this could have been avoided. My sex drive has not decreased, if anything it increased. I didn't have any skin break out issues that I know were caused by Sprintec, my face is usually clear with the seldom pimple or two. It's seems to be pretty effective in preventing pregnancy. I didn't experience any unusual mood swings or weight gain. Overall I would recommend it.

910/10

2011-01-17

Bystolic

High Blood Pressure

I am a 22 year old male. Parents and Grandparents both had high blood pressure and passed it right on to me. I have been taking Bystolic for about a year now and had excellent blood pressure. HOWEVER, I am extremely tired all of the time. If I do not get at least 9 hours of sleep I am tried through the day. Before I started taking it I was fine on 7 hours of sleep. I even have to take naps sometimes because I just can't stay awake. I have chest pain about once a week that lasts for an hour or so. Doesn't hurt but very uncomfortable. Also have gained about 25 pounds in the past year. Blood pressure is good but side effects are rough.

67/10

2011-08-24

Bupropion / naltrexone

Obesity

I've been on this medication for about a week now today is the first day I will be taking the one pill in the morning and one pill in the evening. So far I haven't noticed any severe side effects. A little constipation but so far so good. I've lost about 2 lbs this week. I have noticed an increase in my energy level it seems as though I've gotten a boost still to early for me to really tell how this medication is going to do for me but I'll keep posting as I go along! I had lost 70 lbs in my own starting at 324lbs I've been plateaued and hoping this medication helps me to continue my journey. Good luck everyone I'll keep you posted!!

45/10

2016-03-22

Sertraline

Anxiety and Stress

Long story short anxiety took over my life overnight. I was expediting looping thoughts, negative anxiety causing ones. I am big on organic food/natural remedies etc. I don't even like cold medicine so I went 3 months battling daily attacks. Finally I couldn't take it anymore, Dr. prescribed clonazepam & sertraline. It did take the full 5 weeks for me, but I got control of my thoughts right away, with in days! Amazing! I lost weight on this, but my appetite has now returned. I feel great! Totally normal, 8 weeks in & forgot I ever had anxiety in the first place. I feel 100% normal. I wish I would have gone to the doctor sooner. Hang in there, you can beat this!

910/10

2014-12-12

Linaclotide

Constipation, Chronic

I've been taking Linzess a little over a month now for chronic constipation. I used to have a bowel movement about twice a month. And it was like that for at least 10 years. I was taking Miralax and Phillip's milk of magnesia and magnesium oxide daily. Now I go almost everyday. I'm noticing a little water retention, but as long as it doesn't get bad I'm not worried about it. I gained soo much weight from not going to the bathroom and am now in the process of bariatric surgery. It should happen in about 4 more months. But I'm weighed regularly because of it and I am still losing weight like I'm supposed to. So as long as that continues I'll keep taking it for sure!

89/10

2016-08-11

Naprosyn

Back Pain

I've been using this medicine on & off for 25 years. I get muscle spasms every few years & virtually drop to the floor with pain. 2 to 3 days with this stuff & I'm back swinging again. Better than Forte or Voltaren by a long shot.

910/10

2014-12-10

Levonorgestrel

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

910/10

2014-05-22

Intuniv

ADHD

I am currently taking Vyvanse and Intuniv. I am 16 years old and I have ADD. I am on week 2 of the Intuniv. I have noticed that every time I get up from sitting down or laying down, I get very dizzy. I haven't felt sleepy or tired, but I think that's just because I am taking the Vyvanse too. I am taking Intuniv to try to cancel out the anxiety side effect of the Vyvanse. I haven't noticed a difference at all. I am just very frustrated at this point. I have tried almost every ADD medicine out there. I still have impulses and still am a perfectionist. I am still hoping that it will improve over time.

34/10

2011-10-19

Ortho-Novum 7 / 7 / 7

Birth Control

I was on it for a year and thought everything was fine. Lighter, regular periods with no cramping - it was doing the job. Until, I linked my 10 month hair loss to the pill. I stopped taking it and my hair started to grow back. I was never aware of this side effect, so I wanted to share.

12/10

2013-08-04

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

Birth Control

Took Ocella for 2 years. It cleared up my acne and helped a lot with period cramps. I never got pregnant and was sexually active the whole time. BUT I gained an insane amount of weight with little change to my diet or exercise. I gained about 30 pounds during that time and was super bloated with a lot of fluid retention. Looking back on photos I can tell when I was on it by how bloated my face looked vs when I went off. Didn't notice much change in sex drive which is good. Probably won't use again.

56/10

2016-07-26

Ativan

Insomnia

No positive effect!

01/10

2017-10-26

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

First birth control i was put on. The first couple of months were fine I was very emotional at times tho. Boobs grew for sure and acne has cleared up. The third month I started spotting for 2 weeks before I got my period and only had it for 3 days. I recently have noticed I've gained a lot of weight. Used to have great abs and now I have a muffin top and pudgy looking stomach, have been working out and doesn't seem to do much. Debating if I even like having these hormones in my body. I was fine before taking birth control, i went on it for acne and to regulate my periods but now I don't think it was really worth it, it's starting to make me feel like I'm starving like an hour after I eat a full meal.

12/10

2016-07-21

Lorcaserin

Obesity

I have been using Belviq for about two years. I went from 190 down to 165, and then it just stopped helping me lose. The price is so very high and even though I use a coupon and go to Walmart, each month was a hassle with the pharmacist as to what discount, if any, I would be able to get. I never heard of $25.00 per month with a voucher!! I need to know where to get a voucher like THAT! The last time I tried to use a company coupon, Walmart told me that it was no longer valid. I've never gone back, even thou I have a prescription. While I was on it, I noticed that my weight was no longer dropping, even tho I was eating the same. Without a coupon, I won't be buying it any more....but where can I get a voucher and pay $25.00??

01/10

2017-05-10

Xanax

Anxiety

I've been struggling with severe anxiety and depression since I was a child. I've tried everything for anxiety: lexapro, Celexa, Effexor XR, Prozac, and Xanax. It's been the only medication that has really saved my life from this illness. Otherwise, if I don't take it, I won't be able work or live. I know that there is so much stigma about how it's addicting and it's abused. If you genuinely have a serious anxiety disorder, don't focus on the stigma. Take them! Or try to live the severe anxiety. You sort of have to pick your poison. I have never abused xanax. I started taking Klonopin for about a year, and was switched to xanax. I've always taken my medicine as prescribed. Right now, I'm taking .25 mg and it does wonders for me.

910/10

2016-03-09

Cipro

Urinary Tract Infection

I had a urinary tract infection so bad that when I pee it smells but when I started taking ciprofloxacin it worked it's a good medicine for a urinary tract infections.

910/10

2015-12-19

Nature-Throid

Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal

Great med if you can get it. The back order crapola struck right at the beginning of my treatment with it. I noticed right away relief in symptoms with it. I now take a combo of Westhroid and Nature-throid. Synthroid, Levoxyl gave me hell with side effects! Cytomel gave me vertigo, the naturals are GREAT!(Hashi's/hypo) worked up to 4 grains now.

910/10

2010-03-12

Yaz

Acne

I was the one who posted below under "testing it out." Last I was here I was nervous it wasn't going to work. WELL, let me tell you. Just hang in there for the first three months friends because your life is about to get better. Literally right after my third period of being on Yaz I noticed an immediate difference. Acne has drastically reduced to the point of it basically being non-existent. My skin is finally starting to heal with the help of a dark spot corrector and my confidence is through the roof. THANK YOU YAZ!

910/10

2014-02-07

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Acne

I've been on this birth control pill since August 2014 and I will be stopping March 2016. I wanted to give it a fair shot to help my acne but I'm now making a change to ortho tri-cylen. It didn't help my face, in fact, I think I just had a horrible breakout when I first started taking this pill and it went away but just last month I was terrorized by a wave of cystic acne on my cheeks so it's time to move on to something else. Although it didn't help my face, it essentially cleared my BACK. Unfortunately I do have hyper pigmentation from all the acne that was once there but that's better than having red/yellow, bumpy crocodile skin on my back. I am 115lbs right now and went up to 129lbs when I first started taking the pill.

45/10

2016-03-05

Tramadol

Chronic Pain

I have a 35 year old whiplash, so the pain is fairly chronic, and settles in my neck but moves into shoulders and mid back. My pain seems to be skeletal and muscular. Tramadol is excellent at handling the pain. I want it to always work, so I never take it until after the pain has started. Sometimes I can go 2 days without taking a pill; other days, I have to take 2 pills in one day.

910/10

2015-03-09

Cyproheptadine

Anorexia

Periactin (Cyproheptadine) is amazing for weight gain! I gained so much weight and I looked amazing, however there were three side effects 1) I slept like a bear, I was always tired 2) I had really bad mood swings, and I was like a zombie 3) dry nose bleeds. However I reduced the dosage from 2 tables (one in the morning, one at night) to one a day and I felt much better. I recommend you take multi-vitamins and do lots of exercise. The results were quick and amazing, I would recommend it to anyone who wants to gain weight.

910/10

2011-10-01

Zoladex

Prostate Cance

I had very aggressive prostate cancer that lead to a radical prostatectomy but they didn't get all the cancer. Seven weeks of radiation and the PSA was down to .04. It crept up slowly but when it started doubling ever 2-3 months I was put on Zoladex. Although I have hot flushes and am struggling to maintain fitness and strength the side effects are minor compared to dying of cancer! My PSA has now dropped back to undetectable.

910/10

2014-09-16

Contrave

Obesity

I have been take this for about 3 weeks and have lost 13 pound I really can tell its help me with my craving and I'm also doing the scale down program and its make me aware of my food choice daily . I know this isn't magic pill but I'm in my late 40's and need that extra push in the right direction ...

910/10

2015-07-30

Evekeo

ADHD

So far so good. Helps with ADHD but less side effects .. Gonna keep using it

910/10

2015-10-29

Methylphenidate

Depression

I have suffered with major depression for some 20 years, and took nearly all other antidepressants out there. Started taking 20mg methylphenidate CR daily plus 10-20mg Ritalin in the afternoon and never felt better. Still can't work, and have a few side affects, but all in all things have improved.

89/10

2015-01-08

Vistaril

Anxiety

Made me very tired and sedated, slowed heart beat and felt like I forgot to breath. I took one 50mg pill and it didn't kick in for 45 mins. I'd rather take a 1mg Xanax for my panic attacks. Woke up in the morning extremely tired and foggy.

12/10

2012-07-03

Amoxicillin / clavulanate

Sinusitis

I was on Augmentin for 10 days, did not resolve the sinus problem. REFILL: Now I have been on Augmentin for 14 days and it has helped SOME, but the infection is still on the left side sinuses and tonsils. Also, at times I experience feelings of light-headedness and I wonder if it is the medication or allergies. My blood pressure seems to be up and down since taking the Augmentin and at times I have body aches and pains that make sleeping difficult. I have increased my fluid intake to offset the dryness, but I wish that the antibiotic would cure the sinus problem. I hope the doctor takes me off this and finds something that works.

45/10

2011-11-18

Pregabalin

Neuralgia

I had way too many uncomfortable side effects that caused me to stop taking the medicine. It did help with the "pain", but gave me a false sense of wellness and I would over do my ability to be active and suffer.

01/10

2009-05-16

Suprep Bowel Prep Kit

Bowel Preparation

This is my second colonoscopy but first time using Surprep, I was given pills last time. I didn't like this product because of the extremely nauseating effects. After I took my first dose at 5:00pm yesterday, it only took about 10 minutes to kick in. The medicine itself didn't taste bad with orange Gatorade, however I experienced terrible heart burn, acid reflux and nausea. Just as I began to feel back to normal, 3:00am was here for my second dose. I cannot even begin to explain the nausea this time. It was debilitating. All and all, I am ready to get this over with and EAT!

01/10

2013-12-30

Bupropion

Depression

I started taking 150mg Bupropion SR twice a day for severe depression in January 2016 after being on 150mg Sertraline once a day for almost a year and having very little success with it. The first two weeks of taking Bupropion I was constantly dizzy and nauseous, but I waited it out and after two weeks I was fine. My depression didn't suddenly disappear like I hoped it would, but I found myself genuinely laughing and crying which felt so good. Now I've been on it for around 5 months and I'm slowly but surely getting better. I can function like a normal human and live my life now and it's fantastic. This medication isn't widely used for depression in NZ (which is where I live) but it's definitely worth talking to your doctor about.

78/10

2016-05-03

Implanon

Birth Control

I have been taking Implanon since January 2012, the first 2 years it was wonderful. No pregnancy, I actually lost weight, I had a monthly "period" which consisted of minimal cramping and being moody, yet no bleeding. On the 3rd year though, during mid February I started having a period. It is now the beginning of April and I have had 4 periods lasting a week each! I cannot deal with having a period after not having one for over 2 years! I love Implanon but if I'm going to continue having a period every week or two I might consider something else or replacing it earlier than the 3 year mark if possible.

89/10

2014-04-10

Nortriptyline

Migraine Prevention

Dry mouth, constipation, foul taste in mouth.

89/10

2016-04-19

Crestor

High Cholesterol

Got my LDL cholesterol down but my muscles hurt really bad. Doctor switched me to pravastatin but did not control my LDL. I am on Livalo now and it is great...so far.

23/10

2011-06-28

Gabapentin enacarbil

Postherpetic Neuralgia

Diagnosed with fibromyalgia and had tried so many different meds for it without any good results. Finally got prescribed Horizant and have been on it for 4 days now. Started at 600mg first night and had a bad experience . Doc gave me new prescription for 300mg once per day and slowly I believe it is starting to work. My pain has improved a little bit every day and my sleep is improving also. Since it has been only 4 days I'm hoping to see more improvement as time goes by. Doc wants me to stay on 300mg for a month then up it to 600mg. If I continue to feel better I think I will up it after a week and see what happens. I will post updates.

78/10

2017-07-03

Levonorgestrel

Emergency Contraception

I took Plan B 11 hours after unprotected sex. I had very mild cramps a few hours after taking the pill. My period came 2 weeks after, heavier than usual and lasted 8 days. This pill really works.

910/10

2015-03-03

Miconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

I got a yeast infection and so I bought this hoping it would clear it up quickly. I usually take diflucan, but it was a weekend and I couldn't get to the doctor. Inserted the ovule at 11pm and by 3 am my hoo-ha was on FIRE! It was the most excruciating pain and burning I have ever felt down there. I wiped it all away as much as possible and flush/rinsed with warm water. I took some Benadryl and put diaper cream on my inflamed lady bits. The burning has gone down quite a bit, but I am still in a lot of pain. I will never take monistat again! Their website says a "small percentage" of women are allergic. I think it's more than they are telling us! DO NOT use this for a YI. You will be sorry!

01/10

2016-01-31

Provera

Amenorrhea

I gave it a 7 out of 10 because 1)I didn't experience any side effects.. so that is great and 2)I haven't gotten my period YET. I took Provera for 5 days and this is my 2nd day off of it. I feel something going on in there, so I have a feeling Aunt Flo will be visiting soon.. then I get to take my Clomid.

67/10

2011-10-19

Pristiq

Depression

Prescribed 50mg daily, First week I suffered insomnia so bad I had to get temazepam to sleep, after it settled I basically compared it to taking ecstasy without a comedown, be up listening to music, the flowers seemed to be more colourful, lost 10kilos (the 10 O put on when on another antidepressants mirtazapam i think it was) but yes pristiq was life changing, I do worry that being stimulated like an amphetamine, dilated pupils, smiling for no particular reason, confident will probably take years off my life at that rate, stopped taking after 12 months them to see how I'd go, second week clean, so irritable, angry, spiteful and nasty, just putrid mental state so started taking them again, and same thing seveer insomnia but worth it imo

78/10

2016-05-29

Xanax

Anxiety

Effectively and rapidly eliminates symptoms of my anxiety. Also works well in calming my thoughts down. Only downside of this medication that I can conjure up is a propensity to make me lethargic...but this is only a significant problem if I'm not engaged in some sort of physical or mental diversion.

78/10

2011-07-11

Lo Loestrin Fe

Birth Control

Took for 3.5 weeks, had decent skin with occasional pimple prior to starting, started to have large pimples on cheek and forehead at end of first week. After stopping the acne eased up, now treating scars and remnant marks on face that may take months, acne persists and skin is definitely in worse condition than before starting BC. Also experienced frequent mood swings, tearing up in the middle of the day/street. Not worth the side effects even though this is supposed be the 'lowest' dosage of hormones possible. Prevented pregnancy effectively but not worth it in the end, definitely wish I had never started in first place.

23/10

2016-02-23

Lurasidone

Schizophrenia

I have suffered for 8 years been hospitalized and tried many different meds with side effects varying and different levels of therapeutic results for my schizophrenia/bipolar disorders. A few months ago I had a severe schizophrenic episode was hospitalized and went from a high dose of Seroquel to a high dose of Abilify. Once home, I experienced severe muscle spasms, insane restlessness, and weight gain. I knew I could not tolerate the medication but I wasn't stable enough or even completely to a good baseline despite the high dose. My doc introduced me to Latuda and it was a miracle pill almost immediately. My weight continued to creep up on it but that is my only complaint. I take 20 mg with no nausea or side effects.

78/10

2015-04-18

Thyroid desiccated

Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal

Great med if you can get it. The back order crapola struck right at the beginning of my treatment with it. I noticed right away relief in symptoms with it. I now take a combo of Westhroid and Nature-throid. Synthroid, Levoxyl gave me hell with side effects! Cytomel gave me vertigo, the naturals are GREAT!(Hashi's/hypo) worked up to 4 grains now.

910/10

2010-03-12

Sklice

Head Lice

After dealing with lice for over a year (my daughter has very long black hair), numerous OTC treatments, as well as prescription treatments, nothing worked. I researched once again and came to the Sklice website, called my doctor and had a prescription in 3 days. One Time, 10 minutes and VIOLA! No more lice, I am thankful that science is getting better at making a permanent solution to this hideous problem. I recommend it to anyone who has been dealing with lice.

910/10

2014-02-18

Terbinafine

Onychomycosis, Fingernail

Hello, I am healthy 26 old female as I mention earlier. I mistaken said toe but it is nail fungus on my thumb (only one). Now I'm on my last lot this month, few days to finish. A healthy nail had already grown 80%. I'm hoping the medication to work for a few month after I stop taking it. Now my confidence of using my thumb nail is boosted. I have been trying different topical creams including tea tree oil. None of them work except this. I am praying to end this medication with no liver damage even thou I'm already a hep B chronic carrier. I learn a lot about the medication by reading user comment and I hoped review helps someone too!!!

89/10

2015-08-13

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I'm on my third year with it and I love it! It comes out this November and I've had no issues with it at all. A lot of people have weight gain and bad period experiences, but me I've actually lost weight and my periods were normal. Not having to worry about missing a pill is pretty awesome!! Everyone reacts different to it, so try it and if it's a bad reaction get it removed!

89/10

2014-06-03

Venlafaxine

Social Anxiety Disorde

I take 300 mg of time released effexor, a day and it has changed my life 100% It has helped me to not worry about rejection if things don't go right and to give a speach in front of a audiance had always been frightning as well as any crowds with others. Or being preccupied with possible rejection every minute. I did not relize how much joy of life i was misssing,

910/10

2008-05-10

Depo-Provera

Birth Control

My experience on Depo has been a nightmare. I have been on it for almost a year, I will be bleeding for a month straight, then it will stop for a week or two (if I'm lucky) then its right back to bleeding. I have also had awful headaches, bad body aches, severe abdominal cramping, mood swings, random depression and chest pains.

01/10

2012-08-13

Loestrin 24 Fe

Birth Control

I have been on this pill since June, I would have started the pill in May but my period was a month late. Before the pill I experienced heavy bleeding, paralyzing cramps and occasionally vomiting. Since I've been on the pill I have 3-4 day periods with little or no bleeding. The cramping has subsided greatly. I take the pill at night because it makes me feel sick to the stomach but I don't mind because this pill has done more good than harm for me.

89/10

2009-12-08

Lexapro

Depression

I've been on lexapro for almost a week... I've been through hell within these past few months with trying to get help. Finally got in with a new dr. & My dr. prescribed me lexapro & adderal. The lexapro I take at night, because it makes me tired. It has eased up my depression. However I have an upset stomach all the time now. But my anxiety is bad again. Uncontrollable crying episodes are back. Not sure if it's the adderal making me anxious... but it's hell. My clozapine isn't even working anymore like it was. That medication made me feel normal. Now it's not working. I was told lexapro would help my anxiety, & it hasn't.

45/10

2017-01-16

Minocycline

Acne

I started taking this medication for a scalp infection/acne about a week ago. At 1st my scalp seemed to clear up overnight and I was so excited and my acne is feeling better too. However after a week the side effects kicked in and I am sick to my stomach all the time, it's weird, I have this full feeling in my stomach like I am full of liquid and the medication is floating on top near my throat. I am hoping it will go away...

67/10

2015-08-01

Oxybutynin

Overactive Bladde

I'm 31 female and was waking up five times a night to pee..after taking this medicine it immediatley started working I can finally sleep. I take it before sleep 5mg it does make you tired and a little dry mouth but it's so worth it

910/10

2014-03-21

Metaxalone

ibromyalgia

I have fibromyalgia and couldn't handle the pain any longer. I went to the doctor today and they put me on Skelaxin. I took one pill and it was like a miracle. AWESOME. They also put me on Lyrica and I haven't taken it yet today. Hoping the 2 meds together will help.

89/10

2012-05-05

Liraglutide

Obesity

Been taking 0.6mg since Friday 27th January. The first dose was taken at 7pm as I had read that it does make you feel tired. So far, I have felt mildly nauseous and tired, but I tend to sleep it off so I am ok for the remainder of the day. Now on my third dose and I decided to drink low calorie ginger ale to curb the nausea. It seems to be doing the trick. I do have a loss of appetite so I need to remind myself to eat so that I keep my nutrition up. I must admit that I did feel thirsty for the first couple of days and wake up in the middle of the night feeling a bit spaced out with a slightly elevated pulse, but this goes away by mid morning following a small snack. Will wait and see if this results in meaningful weight loss

56/10

2017-01-29

Bupropion

Depression

I had twins on April 8th. On the 11th of June I took my children to the doctor my 9 year old and the girls. The girls were receiving their 2mth old shot. All three kids left the doctors with a clean bill of health. Well that night my Autumn Rose passed away. I can't even describe the pain me and my husband and family are going through. Today is my 4th day taken 150 mg of this medication. I have noticed that I am becoming very angry for no reason at all. Last night was terrible I was freaking out throwing crap @ the house all because my husband and son woke the baby and she wouldn't go back to sleep. I don't know what to do it has only been 4 days and at times I feel so much better. I'm not walking and crying but I'm scared that the rage will not subside.

56/10

2013-11-09

Amitriptyline

Depression

This medication not only helped my mood to pull me out of my depression but it also decreased my migraines which could last for several days at a time.

89/10

2008-04-09

Phentermine / topiramate

Weight Loss

I've had great results with this medication with some of the side effects listed; dry mouth and numbness (in my toes). This medication if used properly with help you loose weight and aid you in your journey. I best describe it to my friends as, "feels like you just ate a thanksgiving meal!" Everytime you take the medication. I suffer from migraines, and this medication has been the one that works for me! If you go to the Qsymia website, they offer a savings coupon, which works at every pharmacy! If you just eat junk every month and hope to loose lots of weight it won't happen! The healthier you eat the more this medicine will help you! Good Luck!

89/10

2016-07-25

Pristiq

Depression

I have been taking Pristiq for about 3 weeks now, and I am extremely tired 24/7. Now mind you I do have a busy schedule (full time job and classes 24 hours a wk). I do notice however that things don't bother me like they used to and my crying has eased up a bit. I have started having some nausea, hopefully the tiredness and nausea will diminish the longer I take Pristiq.

56/10

2010-01-23

Celexa

Anxiety and Stress

It first gives me the giggles. It can put me in a good mood. It however does completely kill my sex drive. I have no interest whatsoever in my partner when on this medicine.

23/10

2013-02-24

Leflunomide

Rheumatoid Arthritis

I have been taking leflunomide for about 8 months. The results have been very good. It took about three or four months to kick in, but my pain is virtually gone. Oddly, I have developed very brittle finger nails and my hair has gone from straight to wavy. The only other medicine I take is a blood pressure pill. So I can only assume this change came from the leflunomide.

89/10

2016-11-25

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorde

Never took Yaz, but I have been on Gianvi for a month and I feel amazing. No weight gain, my skin has cleared up and my moods have definitely improved.

910/10

2011-01-12

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

I love this birth control. I've been on it for almost five months. I've been on two other pills before. They made me have severe mood swings and horrible depression, so my doctor put me on this one. I love it. My breasts have gotten bigger as well- which is a HUGE plus for me. Also, the only thing I use is these pills- no condoms or anything else, and I have a very active sex life, and I haven't gotten pregnant, so it is doing a great job. It has given me a higher sex drive too. I have two problems with it, but the pros outweigh the negatives. Firstly, I get nausea when I start a new pack. It usually lasts 3-4 days. It also gives me heavy periods. Though, they only last 3-4 days.

89/10

2013-12-03

Trulicity

Diabetes, Type 2

Today I started week 3 and here are the 3 biggest side effects I have been experiencing: 1. Nausea - Comes out of nowhere. It's comparable to mid-level sea sickness type feeling. At times I feel like I need to vomit; however, I came very close once and got past it. 2. Loss of appetite - I'm never hungry. Although, I have to eat, so I have made better choices when I do. My cravings for anything sweet has diminished altogether. 3. Heartburn - Just like the nausea; it comes out of nowhere and I want to drink of gallon of Pepto to help, which I did try once and I couldn't. Overall, like with any medication, there are going to be side effects. Some more severe than others but try it and see how it might work for you. Best of luck!!

56/10

2015-12-30

Phentermine

Weight Loss

I started taking this drug prescribed by my doctor on 6/21/16. I had started a diet the previous week of only fruit and vegetables. I dropped a good 8 pounds from that. I started medication and it has helped my appetite control. I took one full pill every day for a week. I started walking a lot. A good 2-3 miles a day. I also kept with eating fruit in morning and low carb/protein during the rest of the day. I have had to drop down to half a pill because of insomnia and have noticed constipation. I am on weight watchers now and follow the plan. I eat fruit and vegetables like crazy and I know it helps the weight loss. I am down 13 pounds as of 7/8/16. I am sure I will start to lose 1-2 pounds a week soon which is the healthy way.

910/10

2016-07-08

Buprenorphine

Pain

I was in chronic pain from a shoulder injury, taking massive amounts of other horrifying painkillers, ONE to a HALF an 8mg Subutex a day and I am 90% better than I was before! Able to work with minimal pain, and living a much clearer, cleaner life now! Thanks to Subutex!

78/10

2009-11-23

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Although very effective. I found the spotting a nuisance.

89/10

2015-05-23

Buprenorphine

Chronic Pain

I really think this is the best thing doctor's could have came up with. Out of everything that's out in our world today, I do believe this wonderful medication has a better chance on helping a lot of people. I thank the doctor's that came up with this medication.

910/10

2013-04-14

Bupropion / naltrexone

Obesity

I started Contrave in October of 2015. I followed a 1200-1500 calorie diet and walked for activity. I lost 60 pounds by July of 2016. I was taken off the medicine slowly and have since maintained the weight loss. I did suffer through some illness in the beginning, but I used bonine for the nausea. After two to three weeks I felt fine. Contrave was a success for me!!!!

910/10

2016-12-12