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Buspirone

Anxiety

I have suffered from anxiety & depression (with a side of bipolar disorder) since I was a teenager. I've tried so many different medications over the years! I now feel like my doctors and I have found the right mix for what my body needs. I suffer from severe degenerative arthritis as well as a few other medical concerns that placed me on Tramadol & Flexeril to try to manage my pain. When I asked for an anxiety medication back (they took me off 7 months ago), she prescribed Buspirone 7.5 BID PRN. It's only been 3 days, but let me tell you, I have noticed a SIGNIFICANT difference in my thought processes, my nerves, and my sleep. ALL of them have had positive effects. I've only experienced drowsiness in the mornings.

89/10

2016-10-15

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

I started Champix in November 2015 I have been smoking for 20 years! Stopped on day 14 and have had hardly any cravings at all. Side effects were intense to start but worth it, nauseous, tiredness and the odd crazy dream. I am now on week 6 and thinking of lowering my dose. Can't believe how easy it was to stop with this medication! Only thing I am concerned about right now is my weight loss, I have lost over 1.5 stone since starting Champix, it may or may not be connected to the Champix.

89/10

2016-01-09

Alendronate

Osteoporosis

After taking alendronate for 1 year my pelvis fractured suddenly. I was not doing any strenuous activity. Everyone insisted that I must have done something to cause this. The orthopedic surgeon who saw me in the hospital told me it was the alendronate medication and told me not to take it anymore.

01/10

2017-09-06

Baclofen

Muscle Spasm

Helps with stiff and hurting muscles due to ms

78/10

2016-03-27

Clonazepam

Insomnia

I don't understand why there are so many high (8-10) ratings for this drug. After reading so many who experienced negative effects, yet they gave a high rating. My first night taking my 1mg. prescription, I woke up thirsty and spilled water all over myself. Not a big deal. A while later, I rolled out of bed onto a bedside table and bruised myself badly. I had never before fallen out of bed. After the first night, I slept well and continued using it with no noticeable side effects. After using up my 3 months prescription, I was told that I needed to go to my doctor's office for paper prescription. I'm 68 years old, disabled and live 16 miles from my doctor's office. I am now suffering with horrible withdrawal symptoms!

01/10

2016-11-16

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Endometriosis

I had high hopes when starting this pill, I had read some good reviews on its website and my doctor thought it would work perfect for me. The first month on it was okay but I slowly started to become a different person, I had feelings of depression most of the time I was very pessimistic and had constant mood swings. This pill also made me very analytical, I looked into every little thing and made it seem negative. After 6 months on this I can not stand it anymore and am getting off. I am a completely different person and I haven't been cheerful in months.

23/10

2010-01-12

Aubra

Birth Control

Made me so nauseous

12/10

2017-09-18

Wellbutrin

Depression

I have been taking 150 mg of the generic of Wellbutrin for the past month. I can't believe how amazing I feel! After dealing with depression for the past 4-5 years I finally feel like myself again. I was diagnosed with PMDD and mild depression but tried to deal both of these with Prozac and hormone birth control. After three months of Prozac I quit. It made me tired and took away my libido. It didn't help my depression at all. I've tried three different birth controls (I'm 46...it wasn't for birth control, just to try to help my hormone levels.) Nothing helped my depression. Finally my Dr. prescribed Wellbutin. I filled it but didn't take it for 8 months because I was afraid of the of the side effects. Now I could just kick myself!

89/10

2017-04-19

Amitriptyline

ibromyalgia

The only thing that I have noticed is that I talk in my sleep, and I can hear myself talking but I can't remember what I've said.

89/10

2015-11-01

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I started the inplanon in 2013 when my son turned one. I gained weight and had terrible break outs. That definitely not the worst. From the moment I got it until about three weeks after removal I had no period. So up until about six months ago I had irregular periods. They came two to three times a month. On top of constant yeast infections and discharge. I was checked for any STD's to be on the safe side. Considering I have been with one person for nearly two years I knew it would come out negative. It was just my hormones going crazy. Now I am almost two years off of it and still not ovulating or having regular periods. My significant other and I have been trying to conceive for a year now and it's caused us problems.

01/10

2016-02-14

Zoladex

Endometriosis

I recently had injection number 5 out of a six month course of Zoladex for endometriosis. I am 31 years old and have already have 4 laparoscopies- fortunately I do not want children. For those who are scared, the injection does not hurt. You can opt to have an anesthetic anyway. Although I no longer suffer from the horrific pains, constipation and vomiting associated with my periods, I do still experience bleeding after my injection along with cramping which as far as I know is not normal considering the aim of Zoladex is to effectively induce a medical menopause. This was meant to cease after 2-3 injections. But I guess everyone is different, this is what gynecologists are for- speak to them!

78/10

2014-06-19

Orlistat

Obesity

Just want to comment on an early review from someone saying it didn't work. The person has a BMI lower than this product is intended for and doesn't sound to eat a lot of fat so this product is unlikely to work for them. I have a high BMI and found that it helped my weight loss to be more consistent than dieting alone. I have changed my eating habits and haven't had any negative side effects. You need to put effort in and can't expect it to do all the work for you.

78/10

2015-07-04

Sertraline

Depression

When taking it after dinner meal I couldn't sleep through the night woke up every hour or two - boo hoo. I started taking it in the morning after breakfast. Now I'm sleeping 6 hours solid at night and helping me more in the day to be calmer.

78/10

2016-11-04

BuSpar

Anxiety

The best medication I've taken thus far for anxiety. I'm on 60 mg/day split into two doses of 30. Non addicting, no sexual side effects, in fact this is amazingly free of any side effects that I have experienced. I have been on Klonopin in the past and overall I have to say that this has been the best for my anxiety and social phobia. The medical community is all too quick to disregard this medicine as ineffective. Its a safe medicine. You're not losing anything by at least giving it a trial. Its the only med that's worked well for me after trying countless SSRIs, and a few psych meds of other classes. Good luck.

89/10

2015-01-16

Trulicity

Diabetes, Type 2

I have been using the Trulicity pen for 5 weeks now and can honestly say it is amazing. It is not a magic bullet or anything like that, but with my determination to eat properly, drink plenty of water, exercise and just simply "do it!"... things are steadily improving. Starting with an 8+ a1c, I am now in the 6 range! And I have lost about 8 pounds in the last 5 weeks. At the age of 67 I have made this the top priority.... time's awasting.... got grandchildren to see grow and develop!

910/10

2017-03-17

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I have had the Nexplanon for almost 1 year. It is great! I had an awful time with birth control pills and couldn't remember to take them. The numbing shot for the insertion hurt and I was sore and bruised for a few days. I did have spotting for a few months and some moodiness. After a about 4 or 5 months, it stopped and I have no periods! I certainly recommend it and will probably get it again when it's time to remove it. Like all medicine, it's not for everyone, but I like it the best of all birth control I've used.

89/10

2013-11-28

Zolpidem

Insomnia

I suffer from serious anxiety which had been making it really hard for me to fall asleep, taking 2-4 hours to fall asleep and then when finally sleeping I'd always be waking up 4 times in the night and after two months of this, I was completely exhausted and went to talk to my doctor who prescribed me zolpidem. This medicine knocks you out right away but be careful - go straight to bed after taking it, because it kicks in fast and strong and the effect it has is kind of like being completely wasted and you'll end up doing silly things. If you go straight to bed, you get a good, deep 6-7 hours sleep, which feels amazing! It's so strong that my brother tried to wake me up once when I fell asleep on the couch and he couldn't! That NEVER happens!

89/10

2012-01-22

Doxycycline

Chlamydia Infection

So, one thing that really helps with the nausea is taking it after or while eating thick yogurt, like Greek yogurt. When I did that I didn't get nauseous.

910/10

2016-07-23

Iron polysaccharide

Iron Deficiency Anemia

It works great but it is so expensive.

67/10

2009-03-01

Oseltamivir

Influenza

Seemed effective in eradicating my flu symptoms quickly... but traded those for a brutal headache and dizziness. I stopped after three days, and two days after stopping dizziness only new wearing off. Tamiflu? No thanks.

23/10

2016-04-05

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

I wrote a review about this birth control pill 1 month in taking the pill. Things were great besides the 1 breakout that I can't necessarily put on the pill. But now 4 months in I'm having to go to my gynecologist back again because things worsened considerably. I break out like a teenager (I never had a pimple in my life and I have no idea what to do about it), I actually have cysts and they're sore to touch!!! I mean, it's ridiculous! I starting having dryness during sex (no so much now but I had to adjust my methods subsequently ;) ), irregular periods, random spotting, can't plan anything cuz I don't know when my period will come...and my breasts are very tender to touch. I honestly hate it. It doesn't do anything for me :(

01/10

2016-12-22

Tramadol

Chronic Pain

I was initially prescribed tramadol for chronic pain from rheumatoid arthritis about 8 years ago, SPECIFICALLY because the doc said it was non narcotic. It worked for me and all was good until I forgot to call in a refill one day and I had withdrawal symptoms worse than I have ever experienced from any stronger narcotic. I have been on the drug for the past 8 years and now that they've realized it's INCREDIBLY addictive and often abused, they've made it a schedule 4. Now it's difficult for me to get my prescription if my doctor is out of town, or if I take one or two more than I'm supposed to due to increased pain, and I run out a day or two early. I'm a former opiate abuser and SO angry that I was misled and am on this roller coaster again.

45/10

2017-01-17

Methylphenidate

atigue

After 3 years of success with Wellbutrin, it finally pooped out on me. Unfortunately, as a result of this, my energy levels dropped immediately to the point where I could barely get out of bed. I had blood work done, but nothing was found that would explain the fatigue, like vitamin deficiency or thyroid issues. No problems with sleep either. So my dr prescribed 18 mg of concerta and it's been pretty close to a miracle. I can actually get up in the morning again. I feel like I did when I first started Wellbutrin. One issue is that after ~2 months on 18mg, I can feel myself not responding to the drug as well as I did initially. Part of this might just be my imagination, but I know that this is common with stimulants.

89/10

2017-05-02

Nora-Be

Birth Control

Very bad side effects; my Dr. recommended this pill because I wanted to avoid weight gain and have reliable birth control. I took it for 9 days. During that time, I gained almost 10lbs; my normal weight is 120. My chest is hugely swollen and very painful. Stopped taking it and still waiting to get back to normal.

01/10

2016-11-15

Prepopik

Bowel Preparation

Wow what a Positive experience, I ate a soft diet two days before and an all liquid diet on the day before ( as directed ) My first drink at 4 p.m. went sown so easy, there was so little (5oz) it was nothing to get down. With-in 45 mins. I was off and running. No Cramping, No pain at all. at 10 p.m. I drank cup number two, began working right a way still no cramping or any other issues. it was off to bed and the next day off to the Doctor. Very clean and great experience,,, well as great as this type procedure can be...

910/10

2016-10-01

Lyrica

ibromyalgia

I've been on Lyrica now for two years for nerve damage to my legs caused by a back injury. It is a wonderful drug and has helped me alot. I sleep better at night and upon rising I can walk a lot better. This medication has improved my condition by at least 80%. I take 60mg 3 times a day. It does make me retain fluid but I take a fluid pill and that takes care of that. My life will never be the same since I had this accident with my back and legs but Lyrica makes life worth living again.

89/10

2008-08-07

Metronidazole

Rosacea

I have found the gel to be extremely helpful (more so than the cream). It does take continuous use for me but it's worth the relief. I also use it on my ears for relief from flushing/burning sensation. Having the Rosasacea under control has also helped tremendously with my dry skin.

89/10

2015-09-08

Sertraline

Anxiety and Stress

I finally decided to get help with my anxiety and depression after many years of battling it. My doc prescribed me this and I was excited, to think I was finally going to get my life back. I'm a 23 with 2 kids and a wonderful husband who now have to watch me cry in panic everyday. It has made it harder for me to work or be around people. Even after 3 weeks of being off the medication I still feel the effect of it. I feel worse, I'm constantly in panic and scared of something that I have no control over. I am now constantly thinking about death in hopes that there is an afterlife. Something I have coped with years ago but its back. This medicine didn't do any good for me it did the exact opposite. Please take caution when taking this.

01/10

2015-08-18

Trazodone

ibromyalgia

I had to cut the doses in half. I felt like a maniac and very anxious. I'm taking it a bedtime in combination with Gabapentin, I feel a lot better, but I don't really know, which one is responsible. I think both.

78/10

2009-09-30

Liraglutide

Weight Loss

Hi, my last post was 6/18. Just another follow up been on victoza since 3/6. I went for a check up today and I'm down another 6lbs that makes a total of 51lbs since the the being. Still no side effects and eating lots of veggies, fruits and chicken. Still looking forward to the future and feeling a whole lot better.

910/10

2017-07-20

VESIcare

Overactive Bladde

I was going to the bathroom all the time. It was horrible, on vacation finding bathrooms everywhere we went. After I started Vesicare I only go to bathroom 1 or 2 times all day long. I have had no side effects at all and feel great. I have been taking it for almost 1 year.

910/10

2011-01-31

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Vaginal Yeast Infection

Well I got this product at Walmart and wanted to try it for yeast infection. I have tried so many products and even called the doctor to prescribe me something for this problem, that did not even work as much. So I dont like yogurt really and that is what the GYN doctor says to do but I tried and its not for me. So I been taking partial half in the morning half at night because my body is odd with medications. So far is it clearing little bit at a time and I see the difference. My teeth are bad and my gums were red but now they are pink. I am a diabetic so I worry about taking stuff over the counter. I have a few side effects but they subside but come back as I get used to the medicine, but it amazing I see it improving.

89/10

2016-11-28

Desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol

Birth Control

I've been on this birth control for about 6 months. At first I had rapid weight loss. But in the past few months I've retained several pounds of water weight. No issues with mood changes, or loss of sex drive. My period comes every Thursday of the week of the blue pills. It lasts till usually Saturday night. I've yet to get pregnant so besides these small side effects I would deffintly recommend this birth control. My skin has never been better, it's no longer oily, and I only break out the week of my period.

89/10

2015-03-20

Desvenlafaxine

Depression

I have suffered with severe depression for at least 25 years. I wasn't willing to admit that I needed help...just kept trying to power through it. The past year has been a nightmare. I went to a family doctor and was prescribed Wellbutrin. Felt like I was on the verge of becoming psychotic within 1 week. I stopped taking the medicine and just gutted it out. Barely hanging on. Barely surviving. My wife convinced me to go to a psychiatrist and I was prescribed Pristiq. Following my first dose, my life has changed! I never knew how bad off I was until I started taking Pristiq. Before I was SUFFERING everyday of my life. I now feel hope. I now feel confident. I now want to do things with my family. I now have renewed interest in my job. Pristiq has changed my life. I can't believe it. I am so thankful that I have this medicine. I'm kicking myself for not getting help sooner.

910/10

2012-04-24

Loestrin 24 Fe

Birth Control

The first two weeks I did have heavy spotting and slight nausea, which went away before the first month was over. It cleared my face from acne, I didn't have much to begin with. And I gained no weight at all and no bloating. I honestly love this birth control I asked my doctor for a low hormone pill and this is what he subscribed. I'm very happy with it, I will not be switching any time soon. I plan on keeping it for sure!

910/10

2016-12-01

Avelox

Sinusitis

After years of sinus infections my germs sneer at the usual antibiotics. Augmentin and Ceftin do nothing, in fact I got more sick everyday on Ceftin. Avelox has been the magic bullet for me and I really don't have any side effects. This doesn't mean someone out there won't be allergic to it, but I am not. Relief begins within hours of the first dose.

910/10

2009-11-17

Bupropion

Smoking Cessation

I never write reviews but this medicine has worked so well for me. I've been on it since January 2nd and have cut down smoking by more than 3/4. Yesterday I only had 2-3 cigarettes and they weren't even completely smoked. It's weird because you still think of having a smoke now and then but have little desire to actually go have one. Each day gets better and you have less and less desire to actually smoke even if you think about it from time to time. No side effects. Would pay 10x more if I had too for this.

910/10

2015-01-15

Mirabegron

Overactive Bladde

Recently had a stent put in to widen urethra in order to have an operation on my kidney in a couple of weeks. Hospital prescribed me this advising it will relax the bladder and reduce the pain stent may cause. I followed the instructions and took 1 tablet in ten morning, usually around 8am. Didn't notice anything different until between 9pm-10pm when I was having uncontrollable spasms, keeling over in pain and felt like I was going through labour. The pains would last for a couple of hours or so. After a few days, I stopped taking the drug just to see what would happen. Behold, no labour pains. I cannot explain how painful it was when it occurred. Avoid this drug if you really don't need it, it's not worth it.

01/10

2017-05-12

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

I am on my 3rd month and have had breakthrough bleeding half of the time except the week my period is supposed to be. I was put on this because I am in my 40's and the doctor said I should reduce my pill strength. I've been using birth control pills for my entire adult life except for maybe 5 years when I was trying to get pregnant. This non-stop bleeding is affecting my mood, my attitude, my attention span. Based on all of the comments, either this pill works well after the first month or doesn't. My doctor keeps telling me that it will just take time but there has been no change for the last 2 months. I don't know how to convince my doctor that this is not the pill for me.

01/10

2012-06-17

Meclizine

Vertig

I have been reading these reviews using Meclizine for dizziness. I have been on it for about a year {25mg} but don't seem any results. The one thing that I is missing is my problem . I have no problem walking, looking up or down or any of that. My problem is I can only lay on my left side, my back for a short time. but the right side is out, I become so dizzy I feel sick to my stomach even attempting to make me sick. As I said in the beginning the meclizine doesn't make a difference.

12/10

2017-03-20

Diamox

Pseudotumor Cerebri

This medicine helped me so much to relieve some of the pressure in my head and leveled the pressure in my eyes. I also have edema of the legs and it gets so bad that at times I retain over 20 lbs of water which slows me down terribly. The pills helped me greatly and kept me active. However my doctor decided to take me off them and put me on Topamax because though the pressures were down, the headaches and pain was still there. I have gained so much weight because I barely move at times and have not been as active as I once was. My legs and now my abdomen are filled with fluid. Wish I could get Diamox again!

78/10

2011-06-06

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

I've been taking Tri-Sprintec for about 3 months now and I haven't had any real problems with it at all. Just some breast tenderness right before my period and cravings every now and then. I used to be on Loestrin 24 Fe and I had the worst side affects with it. I had severe mood swings and depression which lasted for the entire 4 months I was on it. After getting off Loestrin, I went on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo and didn't have any problems with it, but switched to Tri-Sprintec because it's cheaper. I was afraid that I might have the same negative side effects with Tri-Sprintec that I had with Loestrin, but I haven't and that's just awesome to me! It's best to not judge a pill within the first week of taking it. It takes a few months to adjust.

910/10

2011-01-11

Topiramate

Migraine Prevention

I have been on Topiramate for just over a year. I have suffered from migraines for more than 30 years and have been on Imatrix and Relpax before. Topiramate was awesome, at first. It reduced the frequency of migraines and kept things really under control. I lost approx. 20 lbs within 4 months of being on the drug (my normal weight is approx. 140 lbs) hadn't been down to 120lbs since high school so was feeling pretty good about myself. I did have some minor side affects like blurred vision and tingling in my hands that spread to my feet but this was worth not having migraines. More serious problems arose, however, after being on the drug 10-11 months when I developed kidney problems-stones and infections in both kidneys. Warning!

56/10

2017-01-19

Tioconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

I bought the Monistat 1 last night and after using it, I read the reviews. Needless to say, I was freaking out and waiting for something to happen. Fortunately, there were no horrible side effects. I did have some itching but I knew that was the medicine going to work on the yeast infection but other than that, I was very happy with the product and I will use it again.

910/10

2015-10-24

Synthroid

Underactive Thyroid

Is an excellent medicine. I'm good because of it!

910/10

2011-12-05

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I've seen so many negative reviews of Mirena online that I just wanted to share my positive experience. For the past 10 years of my life I have had horrifying periods. I have stage 4 endometriosis and a blood clotting disorder that would leave me in bed for days in excruciating pain every month. Since getting Mirena, my life has changed incredibly. I do have some of the side effects such as mood swings, slight memory loss and acne but my period now lasts one day and barely hurts. I have had it for 3 months and I will gladly deal with the side effects to continue benefiting from a life with significantly reduced pain. It's not perfect, but after years of experimental treatments with no success, I can honestly say that this works.

89/10

2009-04-29

Diphenhydramine

Nausea/Vomiting

Anyone who takes this in order to take pain medication or if also taking any benzodiazepine, need to use caution since all of the three slow your heart rate and breathing down. Inexperienced users might fall asleep and pass away during fyi.

78/10

2016-07-25

Dimethyl fumarate

Multiple Sclerosis

I'm only new to this condition and the medication five weeks I have felt so sick with stomach pains but my doctor gave me gastritis tablets which have helped a lot not sure when the best time to take my medication is. Could I make the itchy redness go away or does it matter????

45/10

2016-01-26

Butrans

Pain

I have been using Butrans for 2 months now. I have scoliosis, cervical and lumbar bulging discs. I do get relief from the patches but it doesn't take the pain completely away. I also am prescribed Vicodin for breakthrough pain episodes. My main complaint is HEADACHES! I have been having the worst headaches so I discontinued the patch for the past week and a half. I am going to resume it today. I will let you know if it's the patch or something else. I am hoping I can continue with the Butrans because it does give me relief.

67/10

2011-09-27

Escitalopram

Depression

I was prescribed this for anxiety and depression. In total, I took it for 6 weeks before coming off cold turkey on doctor's orders due to side-effects. The first 2 weeks I just had mild nausea and headaches. By the second week I started feeling a deep tiredness. I would sleep for about 16 hours a day. The need to sleep so much faded by end of week 3 but the deep tiredness never went away. I also had swelling and red lumps form under my left eye around this time. Week 4 brought insomnia and week 5 brought the rash on my legs. By the end of week 6, I had 360 degrees rash on legs that burned and bleed with lumps filled with puss. The pain was continuous and severe. Hence, off meds. Took two weeks for rash to fade to where it doesn't hurt.

12/10

2016-08-23

Plan B

Emergency Contraception

My last period was june 18th and my periods are like clockwork, always 28 days. On July 4th at around 1am I lost my virginity to my bf and he came inside me, full load. At around 3pm I took plan B. My period app predicts my ovulation at around July 2nd but I was not about to risk getting pregnant. I had no symptoms other than being a little tired. Fast forward to July 08, had unprotected sex again but this time he pulled out. Took plan B again 3 hours later. Had crazy symptoms this time, cramping, light headache, nausea, tender breast, fatigue, bloating and was freaking out. My period came today, right on time. I am going to start reg BC pills now. Took plan b twice and it didn't affect my cycle, maybe because I had already ovulated IDC.

910/10

2015-07-17

Apremilast

Plaque Psoriasis

On Otezla for 5 weeks and seems to be doing its job. Rashes have gotten pale and very quite. only problems have been some AM headaches and slight nausea. Corporate has been very helpful in getting me this medication.

78/10

2016-06-13

Plan B

Emergency Contraception

if you're reading this you're probably going through a pregnancy scare and praying plan b worked. i had sex on the highest day of my fertility the condom broke and i took the plan b within a couple hours. i started having minor brown spotting for about 4 days and then my period came on full and heavy. honestly i would read these everyday to ease my mind. if you stress yourself out your period will delay, let plan b do its job and keep yourself busy ladies !

910/10

2016-08-12

Prednisone

Gouty Arthritis

I started writing a novel based off my experiences with gout and the different medications I took for them,and ran out of room. So here is the short version. I hate Indomethacin and colchicine with a passion. So much so, this last attack had me crawling on my hands and knees, and I refused to take the stuff. I lasted a month and Today I went in. By chance my Doctor was out ill. The new Doctor looked at it and prescribed prednisone and started me on allopurinol. I have heard of prednisone before and was eager to try it. I'm sticking with the new doctor. This drug is amazing. I dont believe in miracle drugs, but this is damn close. After 8 hours of taking my first dose, 80-90 percent of the pain is gone. Screw Indomethacin!!!!!!!!!!

910/10

2016-07-14

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I have had the Mirena for about 2 years now and have had nothing but problems with it. My hair is falling out. I have gained weight. I don't want to have sex. I'm depressed I now have anxiety attacks. I haven't had a period since getting it but I would rather have one then be moody all the time!

23/10

2010-01-26

Nuvigil

Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome

Well I can't say enough about finally finding a doctor with enough compassion to even give this medicine to me. I had this disorder for over 3 years before I even was diagnosed. I had to finally demand a sleep study from my primary care as he always discounts everything I say to him. When I got the results back, we went over it, and I saw I stopped breathing 140 times per hour, I was livid. I had been on lyrica as well, and that too made me very sleepy, so I was falling asleep no matter where I was, driving, sitting in a public place, and especially at home. Then I found her, and told her what was happening, what my new diagnosis was and she just wrote out this prescription without question at all. It has given me a new life, and I don't sleep all the time

78/10

2011-08-07

Triple Antibiotic

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Used this product as well as having used Neosporin on different occasions. This product works better and in less time. Can be used over larger area than Neosporin.

67/10

2010-01-23

Belviq

Weight Loss

I have been on Belviq for 3 weeks, twice daily. Most side affects have gone away except I'm still tired a lot. I started @ 244, I'm now at 230. I walk 2 miles most days of the week and I watch my carb intake. It has greatly reduced my appetite where I almost forget to eat. I drink lots of water and drink a cup of hot green tea at bedtime.

910/10

2016-01-01

Tri-Sprintec

Birth Control

I took Tri Sprintec for 3 years and the first 2.5 years were great! Very effective at preventing pregnancy and even lightened my periods. However after that I started to feel very nauseated my first week of a pack and then became so depressed during the second week that I could not get out of bed. I know others who have had this experience after extended use.

12/10

2015-08-06

Microgestin Fe 1 / 20

Birth Control

I've been using this pill for a yr now to have regular periods because I don't have periods and to also ovulate every month which the pill did help me. But the side effects are the worse which is nausea, weight gain, breast larger, tender hurting a lot, mood swings, depression, emotional, change in appetite, nervous, headaches. I'm be using my last two packs and I'm done with the BC pills all together. Hate that my body went thru so much changes.

12/10

2017-01-12

Lutera

Birth Control

I took Gildess Fe for years and loved it so much, but unfortunately it is now discontinued, so my doctor put me on Lutera. The first pack of Lutera was miserable. I am the happiest person, and this pill put me a bad mood all the time. Literally everything pissed me off. I feel like I'm going through puberty all over again (in every possible way). Also, my periods on this pill last for 9 days when it usually lasts for 3. The biggest complaint I have is how it's affected my relationship with my boyfriend of 9 years. We have not had sex in a month because I have zero sex drive. I just finished my third pack and will be switching to Microgestin on Sunday.

12/10

2017-04-04

Wellbutrin

Depression

I am on Day 3 and I am starting to notice some if not all of the effects. My mood is stabilising and I am finding my motivation returning to me. I need it for when I get into my doctoral program! I can find pleasure in things I enjoy again. I don't have overtly pessimistic and sad thoughts as much. I'm not crying as much. Before I started taking this medicine I was not at rock bottom, but I did not want to feel like awful anymore. Depression is a real disease. The medications do help.

910/10

2014-07-20

Tioconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

Like most others, I am posting after having been awakened in the middle of the night in pain :(. Placed the insert in around 11. It is 3 am and I am writhing from the burning. Got a warm wash cloth and tried that for a bit. Not sure why all this burning.

12/10

2015-08-06

Medroxyprogesterone

Birth Control

I am 18 years old and weigh about 120 pounds. I got in the Depo-Provera shot July 2013. When I went to get the shot the nurse told me I may have no weight gain or cravings. She also told me to take 1200 calcium everyday. The day after I got the shot I felt like I had the flu the whole day was miserable. As the first month was bad. My body ached & I felt sick to my stomach about every week.. The second month I was sick about 3 days a week with my body hurting & sick to my stomach. I also lost my urge to eat. Throughout the 3 months I was moody my friends & family couldn't stand to be around me. I gained maybe 2 pounds.

67/10

2013-09-21

Lexapro

Anxiety

I've been on Lexapro for 2 years and am now weening myself off. I am giving this medicine a relatively high rating because it saved my social and academic life in under a month of beginning treatment. However, after being on it for about 2 years it's effects have plateaued. I am completely emotionally neutral to any situation. Some may like this feeling, but I do not. Example: I get a D on an important term paper. Emotion: I don't care. Example: I get an A on an important term paper. Emotion: I don't care. I'd at least like to feel something from emotional stimuli. I will either be trying a different drug or giving a completely drugless life a chance. Good luck to you all.

67/10

2009-07-31

Medroxyprogesterone

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

I got the shot and my period went away for.the first 2 months. After that it came back again to never leave since (3 moths later and counting) . I used to have a heavy 4 day period or even less than that. Now it's really light but it hasn't stop . My doctor keeps telling me it's okay and she even said I should try to get a second shot . Now I am waiting to see my results because I might even have anemia now. I don't recommend this at all . The feeling of not knowing the consequences of having my period for such a long time it's devastating me .

01/10

2015-10-29

Cipro

Bronchitis

It gives me heartburn and dizziness. Makes me feel off-center.

67/10

2010-01-12

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I have used Sronyx for three months now. Have not changed my diet or exercise, and have gained about 8 lbs. I was on Loestrin for a year and a half, but lost my health insurance. This is what the county health clinic gave me.

34/10

2009-05-20

Oxycodone

Pain

I have suffered from a double fusion on my lumbar spine since 2006. I have tried every known pain medicine in the book with no success until the doctor prescribed the last and only medicine that actually worked, OxyContin.

910/10

2012-09-05

Bystolic

High Blood Pressure

Female 31 been taking Bystolic 2.5 mg for a year. It works great with your blood pressure along with heart rate. No major side effects on me. I say give it a try.

78/10

2011-08-30

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I love my Mirena. I had my mine put in about 4 months ago and I think its great. I just had a little cramping the week after having it put in. My period was very short and now I don't have a period at all. After reading a few of the reviews it sounds like only the people who had bad experiences are posting. I love mine and think its great.

910/10

2011-07-23

Vraylar

Bipolar Disorde

So I have been on almost every anti-psychotic out there. So now my pdoc put me on Vraylar. I was going through a bad mixed episode, severe depression, not leaving the house, racing thoughts, etc. The Vraylar has helped with all of that. My pdoc started me at 1.5mg for 2 days then upped it to 3mg. The depression got better almost immediately but now I'm having extreme anxiety- can't stop moving my leg. So he increased it yesterday to 4.5mg & so far no change in the anxiety but its only been 1 day. I'm just hoping the anxiety is due to the episode & not a side effect of this med. Altho now I'm feeling a tad manic. Also, sleep has been an issue. It makes me sleepy but I sleep restlestless & wake up at 7am, but I'm wide and rested so its ok.

78/10

2016-08-16

Oxycodone

Pain

I was given oxycodone for pain relief in the hospital after hip replacement surgery. The pain relief was okay, but the side effects of nausea, confusion, and weakness made me feel wretched. Who wants to throw up repeatedly and feel pathetic after surgery? As soon as my surgeon swapped oxycodone for tramadol, the bad side effects disappeared. Tramadol's pain relief was comparable or better. I'm amazed by all these high ratings because many friends had similar bad side effects with oxycodone.

01/10

2016-01-27

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I got the nexplanon (implanon in Ireland!) in 2012 when I was 22 and I think its brilliant like that could never remember to take the pill and could never find a method of contraception that suited me the pill made me gain a lot of weight I was very moody and got very bad cramps...with the implant I spotted for the first week and haven't had a period since never gained weight my bust got bigger which is a good thing! never had a problem with my skin or mood swings...now been 25 and just after having my second one inserted I think their brilliant not for everyone by the looks of these reviews but me and my boyfriend of 2 years swear by it only negative is its very expensive if your insurance doesn'tt cover it

89/10

2015-07-14

Zolpidem

Insomnia

I'm a 19 year old female and I suffer from insomnia. I talked to my doctor about my horrid sleeping habits. I have a rough time falling asleep and when I do I only get about an hour of sleep. His first thought was to prescribe a 5mg dose of ambien. I was shocked as my knowledge of the drug was that it had a heavy impact and could cause you to not remember the night you took it. When I got home that night I got ready for bed, took the dose, and laid down. After an hour or so it finally kicked in but all it did was give me a sense of not being in the correct mindset. Just being a bit off. It didn't help me fall asleep whatsoever. In fact it caused me to remain alert and awake. My results were the complete opposite of its intended use.

01/10

2016-11-01

Oxycodone

Pain

OxyContin pain relief at 20 mg every 8 hours did not hold me through. Always had breakthrough pain, taking OxyIR 10 mg every four hours in addition. Decided just to take the OxyIR every four hours without the OxyContin and pretty much got same results. When taking both, the constipation problem was MAJOR. Then doctor prescribed Lactulose--worked better than others but had a choice: 50 percent of pain relief and walk around all day with an upset, growling, cramping stomach problems as a side effect of the Oxy's.

67/10

2010-05-03

Estrace Vaginal Cream

Atrophic Vaginitis

I have been taking this to see if it will help with my vaginismus, which is where the vaginal clamps down during any sort of penetration due to a trauma. I think it has helped mildly, but not cured my condition - which is not surprising, since it's mostly mental.

67/10

2016-02-25

Linaclotide

Constipation, Chronic

I have severe chronic idiopathic constipation. And Lizness usually works within 2-3 hours after taking it. It doesn't work every time but if it works 2 times a week then I'm happy. Without it I only had a Bowel Motion once a month at the most. And that's after using magnesium citrate.

910/10

2015-02-23

Victoza

Obesity

I've only been on this medication for two days. I've tried every appetite suppressant out there. I overeat constantly. I'm at risk for diabetes. My cholesterol is sky high but I still can't stop eating chocolate. I'm at 0.6 now. No nausea or other side effects. I still crave chocolate and peanut butter and any food I can get my hands on. I need this to work. It seems to work for everyone else except me.

01/10

2012-04-27

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I have been taking this birth contorl for just over 6 months now. I am so ready to find a different one. I never had headaches until I started taking this pill. I experience them at least three times a week now. This pill has made me constantly crave sweet junk food. Hello weight gain! I also have been extremely emotional. I feel depressed about everything and I feel like crying more often than not. Not the pill for me!

23/10

2012-03-15

Metaxalone

Muscle Spasm

I have taken this med 800mg three times a day for two plus years. It does absolutely nothing for back pain from muscle spasms. The only good thing I can say is Workers Compensation pays for it.

01/10

2016-04-11

Phentermine

Weight Loss

I don't know what everyone is talking about. I have been taking this pill for two weeks and I haven't lost any weight whatsoever. I barely eat, so it did curb my appetite. I do a light workout because I have knee, back, and wrist problems. The only positive thing about this pill is that I no longer fall asleep on the couch. Two weeks ago I weighed 208 and today I still weigh 208.

23/10

2015-05-30

Penciclovir

Cold Sores

Relief! Don't be without this medication if you ever get cold sores. Mine are infrequent, but deadly and horrid when they happen. This medicine stops the virus cold. The tingle means there's a little damage already, but it heals without making a gigantic ugly sore on your lip.

910/10

2014-02-03

Ethinyl estradiol / etonogestrel

Birth Control

I've been on NuvaRing for 3wks. And the only side effect that I noticed was nausea. Then I came to this site, read a few reviews and realized I've had more side effects than I thought. I had a terrible headache and on going back pain which I thought was from my epidural but according to other reviews was from the Nuvaring. Also I have been having diarrhea on and off the whole time. Still didn't think nothing of it until I came to this site. The headaches are bad when I do get them and the back pain is a killer but nothing a little Motrin can't handle. I can't feel it during sex and neither can he. It hasn't slipped out yet. So far so good.

78/10

2012-10-19

ella

Emergency Contraception

more effective and much fewer unpleasant side-effects than the more common plan-b. However, only available with a prescription. free with my insurance!

910/10

2016-05-06

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

I thought that Chantix wasn't affecting me. I was on it for 2 weeks and experienced no side effects (even with taking the pill on an empty stomach and accidentally double-dosing). It didn't MAKE me want to quit or make cigarettes taste bad. I decided to quit the day after Thanksgiving. To my surprise, I didn't have any of my usual withdrawal symptoms. Usually, I am like Mr. Hyde in my temperment. I thought of having a cigarette, but it was a 'thought' and not a craving. For me, Chantix didn't make me put down the cigarettes, BUT it did take away my withdrawal symptoms, leaving me only having to deal with the mental pangs of wanting one. I tried a cigarette 2 days after quitting and it tasted horrible. Not going back to smoking ever.

78/10

2008-12-02

Pregabalin

Neuropathic Pain

Have been on Lyrica for six months now for lower back pain. At first, 2x25mg per day. With doc's approval moved to 1x25mg per day. Now, 1x75mg, three times per week. The effect has been enormous. Pain gone. Thanks to Australian health system, costs are about $6/month

910/10

2016-11-07

Acetazolamide

Pseudotumor Cerebri

I absolutely hate it. Every time I take it I can't eat anything or drink anything with caffeine. It taste like copper or way off. After taking the medicine for 7months straight. I was in so much pain I couldn't walk I felt weak and sick. I took myself off and I felt great. But my eye sight hadn't changed. I delevoped carpal tunnel on this medicine. This is what that tingling sensation is. Get it checked. Remind y'all I'm only 27 yrs old. I shouldn't have all this. I recently started taking it again. And it's all the same symptoms again.

01/10

2015-08-21

Copper

Birth Control

I had the Paraguard IUD for 4 years it was effective birth control however, it has caused more harm to my body than good. I am not one to bash but if you like to see if you like feeling happy, if nausea and head aches are not your thing Do Not Get this Device at least until you do your research.

01/10

2017-05-20

Prozac

Depression

I have been taking this medication since 1-16-09. So far people around me have noticed a change but I still don't see a change that is so dramatic that I should continue using this medicine. I still feel extremely low at times and all they do is keep increasing my dosage.

56/10

2009-04-29

Ethinyl estradiol / norelgestromin

Birth Control

There are so many women who have trouble that I thought I would write a review. I have tried many birth control options over the years. and ALWAYS got very sick. I recently tried loestrein and was really sick. So my doctor gave me the patch. I had tried ortho eva. Years ago. And was very sick. Sick to my stomach. Couldn't keep anything down. I'm on my second patch. The first week I was moody and wanted to throw out the patch but it went away. I'm not sick like on the pill. Due to some health problems I think any hormones make me a little tired. So in the future I plan on something permanent but until then the patch is working. I'm not getting super sick. So if you are considering trying it. It's worth a try. Everyone is different.

89/10

2017-04-25

Omalizumab

Urticaria

I'm a male in my mid 30's. Had hives for 3-6 month stretches with 3-6 month breaks since I was 15 years old. Symptoms were as bad as most people on here, but never needed a hospital visit. Got on Xolair shortly after it was approved by the FDA, around 2-1/2 years ago. Hives were gone within 24 hours and usually the only hive I see is if I'm over-extending my time between shots. Started at 2 shots per visit (300 mg total) every 4 weeks. Now taking 300mg every 6 weeks. Works like a charm. Wish they could get the cost down. Even with insurance and assistance programs I still end up paying a large amount out of pocket. All in all a VERY effective medication that I wish had been available years ago!

910/10

2017-01-18

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I love how easy the procedure was and how well it works. I don't have to remember a thing. But I have been really moody - short temper and have headaches all the time. Hopefully this will change.

56/10

2009-07-07

Jublia

Onychomycosis, Toenail

Both feet affected , used prescription Lamisil for 3 months which totally cleaned up right foot all toes. Then Zeta Clear on left foot for 4 months....nothing. Filed nails every 2 nd day to keep them thin and clean.Switched to Jublia ($55 ) for a tiny brush on bottle. Nothing , after religiously applying as instructed for 4 months. That's it , will not waste any more money and just file away regularly.

01/10

2016-06-04

Klonopin

Periodic Limb Movement Disorde

Excellent finally some relief!

910/10

2012-12-13

Chantix

Smoking Cessation

I have smoked for five years and have tried to quit three times and nothing worked. I have a new grandbaby and decided to the leap and ask for Chantix, I am on day 5 and everytime I try to smoke they taste nasty. I have no side effects. I eat then take it with a full glass of water. This is the best and I am so happy to break the chains of this addiction.

910/10

2014-04-13

Portia

Birth Control

I went from Mylan to Portia. Ever since I switched I've been getting massive headaches, horrible cramping/bloating when on my cycles and just overall been feeling terrible for the past 2 months of taking it. Still works but not the type of pill for me.

01/10

2015-10-21

Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes

Bowel Preparation

Started drinking this concoction and the very first thing that came to mind was "Why does this stuff have to taste so bad? Why can't it have nice chocolate flavor? Is the science that created it incapable? I mean really, does it need to taste like what it is meant to produce?

67/10

2016-03-13

Plan B One-Step

Emergency Contraception

Reading these comments are what kept me so calm ..and I promised myself if it works I will write a comment to ease the mind of others the way my mind was eased ......first of all ladies please calm down ...if u took the pill when u were suppose to u will be OK......sooo...on September 3rd it was the last day of my period my Flo was light and I decide to have sex we used protection anywho the condom slipped off and he ejaculated in me ...SCARIEST MOMENT OF MY LIFE .....this was at 1:18am in the morning I bought the pill and took at 10am ...a few days later I had some dark spotting and I took 5 pregnancy tests all negative as I went to take another my period came 10-23-16 I've never been so happy to menstrate in my life ...

910/10

2016-10-25

Lexapro

Depression

Significant and easily observable reduction of sex drive and erection, but not enough to be a serious issue. Not a single other negative side effect, even during the first days of taking the medicine. I actually had *some* extremely positive side effects in the first week of using, unfortunately, those last only for a week max. Keep in mind that I'm very tolerable to SSRI-s - I didn't have problems with Prozac and Zoloft either.

89/10

2014-07-22