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Campral

Alcohol Dependence

From the first day I took Campral I started to forget about drinking. It's now been a week and I've lost all desire. Just looking at alcohol or people drinking it is a complete turn off. I was drinking 1-2 bottles of red wine every night and i've seen been a huge turn around in my mood (and life) since taking Campral in a very short time. I did a lot of reading about the drug including reading comments in this forum before starting it and it really does work well. If you need some time to press the pause button this will help give you some strength and clarity to get on with life.

910/10

2015-10-30

Trazodone

Insomnia

5-6 hours after taking 50mg I'm still wide awake. It's been helpful only when I've taken 20mg Baclofen with it and 50mg Tramadol. Otherwise I toss and turn, wake up constantly throughout the night, and only start to fall into a deep sleep around 7am, right before I have to get up. I haven't experienced any side effects yet. I don't wake up groggy

01/10

2016-01-19

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

I have been taking Chantix for 3 weeks, not smoking, not drinking! The bad news, sleeping a LOT, not motivated to do much. The worst is I just got a rash, red bumps on most of my body. I will consult my doctor. I hope I can get over the rash, because it really helps with quitting.

56/10

2009-10-23

Fluoxetine

Anxiety and Stress

After reading all the reviews I decided to try Prozac. I am extremely sensitive to medications and have been on many different antidepressants, usually stopping due to side effects. My Dr. gave me the liquid Prozac so I could take a tiny amount and work my way up. Initially loss of appetite, nausea, slight dizziness, tiredness, weight loss. I am 8 weeks out and most side effects have improved. I feel so much better. Anxiety is low to nonexistent, clear thinking, hope has returned. Still dealing with grief from my mother's death but I feel better equipped to handle it. That is a miracle! I take 2mg, yes 2mg, and when I go higher I can't tolerate the side effects.

89/10

2013-01-09

Adipex-P

Weight Loss

I love Adipex it helped me reach my goals.

89/10

2013-03-22

Sertraline

Obsessive Compulsive Disorde

It really helped me years ago when I took it for about 16 months. It was a nice break from my OCD which is pretty moderate. I had to take 200mg a day for it to be fully effective. I did gain a few pounds and takes longer to orgasm. But it all worked fine. The sad part is you do have a trade off when you take these things. The good news is you can stop taking it for a couple days and then orgasm is normal as it has a short half life. Then go right back to normal on dosage. It quit working for me after about 16 months and nothing else worked so decided to just be without it. I would try it if you need to.

78/10

2010-01-25

Clindamycin

Bacterial Vaginitis

I have never had BV before but I have to admit it the medicine started to relieve all my symptoms within the first few days. I did experience nausea and chest pain sore throat but I feel like the good outweighed the bad through my treatment process I have a few more days left and I'm overall satisfied with my treatment.

910/10

2015-08-25

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I got mine in August 8th, 2014. For the two months following I had a normal period, but then it started to become heavier and would last almost 2 weeks, and I would have a week before it would start up again. My doctor prescribed me these hormonal pills, which helped regulate it but after I ran out of the pills I was irregular, but it wasn't as heavy. Now, a year later, I have a period every 3 weeks for 3-5 days, and its super light. No weight gain, no acne, not pregnant which is so nice not to worry about. But my only problem is that I get an awkward like 2 day period the day after I have sex. Which is the exact reason I came on here was to see if anyone else had the same problem.

78/10

2015-11-12

Fluoxetine

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorde

This medicine did a great job in "leveling" off my emotions. I didn't cry nearly as easy when I was going through PMDD. I also handled some serious crisis' in life much easier. The negative part was that I was so very tired all of the time. I had very little energy and I couldn't get enough sleep. Prior to taking the medicine, I had been working out on a very regular basis, however, after taking the medicines, I lost all interest in it. I quickly put back on the 15 lbs that I had worked so hard to get rid of. After speaking with my physician again, I'm going to try Wellbutrin instead. Hopefully the energy will return and I can resume my workout regimen.

56/10

2010-11-23

Medroxyprogesterone

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

I've been on the depo shot for a month and a half and I have not quit bleeding since I got the shot sex life has been ruined I'm calling the gyno tomorrow.

01/10

2015-04-06

Nifedipine

Raynaud's Syndrome

I've had no numbness in my fingers or toes since starting this medicine. Before starting I could not even carry a jug of milk without my fingers losing color from lack of blood flow. Even driving with mittens on was a problem. Now circulation is great. Only complaint is the terrible headaches and tiredness and a bit of insomnia. Still trying to decide what's worse....the headaches or the numbness all winter.

89/10

2012-12-27

Cetirizine

Urticaria

The feeling of being on fire started when I was 17 and the daily attacks didn't stop until I found Cetirizine HCL (Zyrtec) some 5 years ago. I'm now 50 I take a tablet every morning and I'm good. For me it's a miracle pill.

910/10

2014-08-19

Morphine

Pain

I have been taking Morphine for about 4 years now. I presently take 60mgs (of the slow release morphine) twice daily. I have chronic shoulder pain in both shoulders from 8 surgeries in the left for a torn rotator cuff, which they can't do anything about. The right shoulder has had 1 surgery for the same problem. Got the same result for it, they cant do anything for it. The morphine helps me with some pain. I could just imagine how much it would hurt without it.

89/10

2008-10-03

Doxylamine / pyridoxine

Nausea/Vomiting of Pregnancy

I have taken Diclegis for about a month now and it has been great for me. Just makes Me sleepier than ever ..but I can eat and that's what I needed considering I am already thin as it is.. This medicine has been a life saver even though I am having concerns if it will harm baby which had made me resort to just one a day.. Also the pharmacy told me the bottle was 700$ out of pocket.. Yikes.. I'm surviving off samples from office. Thank goodness!

89/10

2015-12-16

Acetaminophen / dichloralphenazone / isometheptene mucate

Headache

I don't know how recent the comments are but my daughter suffers with migraine and Midrin is the only thing that we have found that gives her the relief that she needs to be able to function. I was informed last week that it is no longer being manufactured. We are so scared. I have tried to get it from every pharmacy in town.

910/10

2011-01-25

Lamotrigine

Seizure Prevention

After having every allergic reaction in the book and experiencing every single side effect of Dilantin my doctor quickly switched me to Lamictal. I love it. Not one negative side effect to mention! If only it helped me lose weight! (P.S. My Petit seizures are well under control and I haven't had a grand mal since before I was medicated 6 years ago).

78/10

2009-08-13

Hydroxychloroquine

Rheumatoid Arthritis

I have been taking hydroxychloroquine for 3 years. It took a few months before I really noticed a difference but now, I am almost pain free. I take it with leflunomide, it wasn't working by itself. I have not had any serious side effects. I get my blood checked every 2-3 months and my eyes checked twice a year. I have a flare up now and then but they are nowhere near as painful as they used to be.

89/10

2010-07-01

Remicade

Psoriatic Arthritis

I have been taking Remicade infusions since September 2005 and I can't say anything negative about it. I go in for the infusion hurting and aching and come out feeling so much better. Worth the 12 sticks it sometimes takes to get me started infusing.

910/10

2014-09-17

Provigil

Narcolepsy

Felt like the energizer bunny! Within an hour I was racing around work. Pain I normally have(back surgery) disappeared but after 6 hrs when I slowed down finally, I ached everywhere!

910/10

2012-11-13

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

Thanks to Chantix for helping me quit smoking after being a smoker for nearly 20 years. I was able to quit smoking completely using Chantix and only took it for 2 weeks. In my case there were no side effects at all. Good Luck to you

910/10

2008-09-30

Miconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

OMG!!!!!! I have a yeast infection. I started trying to use coconut oil only for three days which helped with the itching and cleared some of the yeast but not all. I wanted to try the three day because I felt like the one day was not enough. But I sent my husband and he got the seven day. Which was cool because I did want more days but OMG!!! Ladies I can't even describe the feeling. It hurts. It kind of tickles insanely. It feels WAY WORSE than it was before the treatment. I'm not sure if I can handle 6 more days of this stuff!! I hopped in the shower and tried to spray it out lol. That only worked a little bit...I just want to get the cream out but I want it to work at the same time. It feels better when I sit up. GL

01/10

2017-08-17

Quetiapine

good for insomnia most of the time

67/10

2015-05-27

Clindamycin

Acne

Highly recommend for mild acne. I was put on this to treat my mild hormonal break outs. With in a couple days I had results! No redness,drying or any effects. I wish I would have known about this years ago! Going to start my son on this also. I have the topical dabber. Works great!

910/10

2016-04-11

Cymbalta

Depression

I went on Cymbalta for my fibromyalgia pain and depression. I never had any real early side effects like nausea or vomiting, but I have gained 15 pounds. My meds have helped me and I don't suffer from as many days of dreading to get out of bed. Cymbalta has helped me greatly and if some extra weight is the price I have to pay to be happy then I can deal with that.

89/10

2016-07-13

Linaclotide

Constipation, Chronic

Male 68 yrs old, chronic constipation for 20 yrs. Started on 145mg for 30 days, results positive. Must drink lots of water. Had BM within 1 hr. No serious side effects. Reduced Rx to 72mg for 2 weeks but stopped working so returned to 145mg. Now BM occurs after 2-3 hrs with no diarrhea. Have abdominal cramps for 6-7 hrs. Going back to Dr. Soon

78/10

2017-08-27

Insulin glulisine

Diabetes, Type 2

This medication works perfectly. I'd be lost without it. It's ease of use is invaluable. Wish it wasn't so expensive.

910/10

2014-05-21

Colesevelam

Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IIa, Elevated LDL

My Cardio. wants my LDL lower than the 88 it is now, because of my having a bypass surgery in 1999, he wants it below 70. After about a week of taking 4- 625 mg pills per day I have noticed a change in bowl movement. I used to go once at breakfast, then about an hour later had another Bowel Motion, but more violent and loose. Would stay in the restaurant until 2nd Bowel Motion most of the time, or make sure I was close to one of my usual emergency rest stops--Dr. office, gas station, Port-John or rest room at the mall when doing post breakfast walk. Now, if this works on my A1c (now 7.5) and lowers LDL, without extreme side effects, I will be very happy. After this short period of time I'm feeling pretty safe about not being caught unprepared.

78/10

2014-07-13

Bupropion

Depression

I can't say enough positive about this medicine. It's the type of medicine that saves marriages. With that said I got the rare side effect of pulmonary embolism. I am now on blood thinners to counteract this because I function so well on this medicine.

78/10

2014-01-28

Phentermine

Obesity

I am 234 lbs 5'4 have been struggling with weight for the last 30yrs, I am 56 yrs old, past menopause 5 yrs ago, have a lapband about 8yrs ago lost 60lbs and regained 15 back, started phentemine 15mg no side effects, on 1/12 and started 4 days ago exercises 1hr a day ,also drink 112 oz of water daily have been doing this for about 1month, was told to eat 4 times a day about 240-260 calories in each meal, dr. Stated even of I am not hunger I need to eat, I eat alot of veg, Fruit and lean meats, I have not see any weight loss, also with my first water drink braggs vinegar, can someone give me advise what is happening? Thanks

45/10

2017-01-19

Vyvanse

ADHD

First i want to say that everyone is different and not everyone reacts the same to medication. I started with Concerta, it didn't work for me at all. I didn't feel like myself, it took over my personality and I started to have heavy anxiety, panic attacks, anti social and paranoia. Then I got Vyvance and its life changing, It doesn't feel like I'm on a prescription. It's more a tool that helps me get through everyday life. I'm much calmer, I can concentrate on one thing at the time. I get so much more done and I feel like I'm in peace with my mind. My patience has improved, I'm less impulsive and I can sit for a long time straight without feeling bubbly or restless. Side effect- Dry mouth, no appetite. But EAT and eat smart, it gets back.

89/10

2017-04-12

Levonorgestrel

Emergency Contraception

I had unprotected sex on Sunday at like 4 in the morning and I was freaking out so my boyfriend and I bought Plan B and I've been feeling super nauseous for the past four days now and have been very paranoid but I found this and read all of your comments and stories and it's made me feel so much better. I'm going to keep myself calm and just wait it out.

78/10

2015-05-20

Geodon

Bipolar Disorde

I have tried many medications for bipolar disorder. All had to be discontinued due to side effects. Then I finally tried Geodon. I have been on it for about a month. This has been the best tolerated and effective medicine for me so far. It really stabilizes my mood shifts. And I tolerate it well. The major side effects for me are restlessness, anorexia (a welcome side effect!), a little anxiety, and morning drowsiness. I went from taking this medication 40 mg twice a day to just 80 mg at night, and my morning drowsiness subsided. I am glad I tried Geodon. I hope its positive effects continue.

89/10

2012-05-25

Milnacipran

ibromyalgia

I've had Fibromyalgia since 2004 and neuropathy. I am on my 8th day of Savella and yes the first couple of days there was nausea but I wasn't in pain. Then today the pain came back but it's not as bad. Overall I feel like this medicine is really helping me a lot. No side effects other then nausea and I do have less pain and feel like I can go back to work now. I hope this medicine works for everyone as it has for me. I also tried Lyrica, Cymbalta, Darvocet, Gabatril, Ultram, Effexor, Lexapro......Savella is the best yet!

89/10

2009-10-29

Ortho-Novum 1 / 35

Birth Control

After trying a million birth controls, I finally stayed on this one for a while. No weight gain. I was emotional and depressed around my period. And have a great sex drive. The only problem I am having now is acne. It gets worse around my period. I am switching today. I love this birth control. Wish I didn't have to switch, but I hate breakouts!

78/10

2009-11-16

Cymbalta

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

Best out of many I tried. Helped the best with least side effects. Added Wellbutrin and combination is awesome. I'm a high functioning person. Abilify at night. All good. Been on over ten years, Abilify recently.

910/10

2014-10-06

Nasacort

Allergic Rhinitis

This product is horrible, it made me not be able to breath through my nose whatsoever, and stopped up my ears. The other brand works amazingly compared to this crap.

01/10

2015-10-07

Concerta

ADHD

I am an 18 year old male. While I was in school I struggled with subjects that involve high levels of focus to succeed in e.g. Math, Chem, Physics, English (all of the important ones). In grade 12 I decided to try Concerta after a bad experience with Ritalin (night terrors). I only take it on days I will need it which I think makes you not need to go up in dosage. It worked so well it is hard to explain what happens exactly but it just makes you focus and understand what the teacher is talking about. My marks instantly went up. The only side affects I get is I feel warm and sometimes if I take it to late in the day I have trouble falling asleep. This medicine is a miracle, I wish I had it earlier on in school because it helps so much.

910/10

2011-02-09

Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

HIV Infection

I was very sick and did not know it. In December I had lost 32 lbs and jaundice. Had my gallbladder removed in February. Doctor could not figure out what was wrong. Several doctors had seen me. Then finally my doctor had me take an HIV test. I waited. Then was brought in to be told I am sick. Very sick. Later tests showed my T cells were at 175 and my viral load was 200,000. High. She recommended this drug and within 30 days my blood tests came back undetectable. They are doing another test next week and a geno test to confirm.

910/10

2017-04-28

L-methylfolate

Depression

Because this is a food/medicine, there is no way it can cause side effects. I have only been on it for a little over a week, but I am thrilled!! I do not feel depressed, and I am feeling energized and better than I have in years! I have taken every kind of antidepressant there is, I think. I weaned off the last one, and right now I am not on anything but Deplin. I am amazed.

910/10

2015-04-09

Oxymetazoline

Nasal Congestion

Afrin is great and it works in seconds. Just don't use it more than 3 days in a row or you'll be more stuffed up than you were before you started.

910/10

2017-06-21

Tri-Sprintec

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I have been taking this pill for less than a week now. The first three days I was really nauseous. Today is my sixth day on this pill and I am no longer sick from it, also my skin has almost completely cleared up. I switched to this pill from Junel Fe because it was making my skin break out severely. I'm very happy with Tri-Sprintec so far, although I've noticed I'm a little hungrier than normal!

78/10

2010-09-24

Fluoxetine / olanzapine

Bipolar Disorde

I took Symbyax a few years ago for a month. It was great made me feel happy again and happy about life. Since I suffer real bad mood swings and other stress related issues I stop taking it and it and have not been good without it. Started taking it again. The only knock is you get a crazy appetite and can gain weight if you don't workout and Cotton mouth for days but other than that its a miracle.

910/10

2013-02-13

Levonorgestrel

Emergency Contraception

I had an accident on the most fertile day of my cycle and was so afraid since both of my children were conceived on the first try so I am incredibly fertile. I took the pill an hour after sex and had minimal side effects over the next week. Mostly menstrual like cramps and tingly breasts. However because those can be pregnancy symptoms I was totally panicking. 9 days after taking the pill I had some strong cramps and noticed a little bright red blood after wiping. I thought it was implantation bleeding since my period wasn't due for another 5 days and I had it with both my other pregnancies. I figured the pill didn't work since I took it on the day of ovulation. But over the next hour it turned into a full period! Plan b worked!!!!!!!

910/10

2015-04-29

Buspirone

Anxiety

Thought this was a miracle drug for me. At first I was taking 5 mg a day twice a day with no side effects. NO SIDE EFFECTS, it was a dream! Since I tried all the SSRIs with no luck, due to intolerable side effects I had very high hopes. Once day six came around I started to feel the drug working more. That night I came home after working two 12 hour shifts back to back, and I had the worst insomnia of my life. I have NEVER EVER had trouble sleeping after my twelve hour shifts. I was up for almost 24 hours it was so bad and I was absolutely exhausted and miserable. Needless to say, I deemed the insomnia not worth taking this drug.

23/10

2017-06-30

Clonidine

ADHD

My 6 yo tried this after Intuniv failed. It made him constantly tired and irritable, and actually made his impulsiveness worse since he just seemed cranky and emotional all of the time. It also constipated him to the point that ended up with fissures. It never made a meaningful dent in his ability to concentrate or sit still, and he became more argumentative in school and less willing to comply. I've yet to meet anyone that these work for, but it sure would be nice if there were a non-stimulant that worked. We're on stimulants now and still haven't found a miracle there, either. I will say that it didn't affect his appetite, which was nice.

12/10

2012-01-20

Brexpiprazole

Depression

When my psychiatrist finally put me on 1 mg. of Rexulti, it was a life saver. My latest depressive episode seemed intractable until then, but a major drawback has been sleep interruption, often as early as 3 am. My mind races and it's often more fun to get up than to stay in bed. I rarely sleep beyond 6 am, no matter how late I go to sleep. My much valued afternoon naps have also become infrequent too. I also take Pamelor 75 mg. per day and Seroquel 75 mg. per day. Doctor said that I'd have to come off the Seroquel since it's the same drug family as the Rexulti. Well, I've decided to get off the Rexulti and keep my Seroquel since the Seroquel helps me sleep and wears off by morning. Rexulti is absurdly expensive.

34/10

2016-07-04

Ortho Cyclen

Birth Control

Ortho-Cyclen has worked incredibly well for me. It was the first pill I tried and I took it for about a year. When my prescription ran out I went to Planned Parenthood and was recommended Aubra, which did not work out for me, I had constant spotting, it significantly decreased my libido, and made me gain about 10 lbs. I have since switched back Ortho-Cyclen and have had no noticeable side effects other than my breasts growing by about a cup size.

910/10

2015-01-24

Irbesartan

High Blood Pressure

Yes, my BP went down a little but the side effects were so dreadful I had no choice but to give this drug up after 4 wks. Almost immediately I began to feel lethargic and within days, despite also making me feel bloated, I lost my appetite and the reflux set in big time. Eventually my urine turned a dark yellow, I often felt light-headed on getting up and my energy levels dropped so low that I could barely put one foot in front of the other on a trip to the city (I can normally walk/jog 3 miles for exercise). I came off them 3 days ago and my energy levels are nearly back to normal but, because my liver was having difficulty processing the drug, its bilirubin levels remain off the scale (nearly 10 times the norm) and I now have jaundice.

01/10

2016-10-07

Dexlansoprazole

GERD

Good Morning Everyone I am sacred that I am dying, the Dr's tell me I'm not but my intuition and my body are telling me different. I have been suffering from acid reflux for a few yrs now not knowing it because I don't have acid coming back up or gas or any other usual symptoms. The symptoms for me is my breathing is getting increasingly more difficult and wheezing non stop and persistant coughing with constant chest infections because my lungs are drowning in fluid. This is how I was told I have Gerd .. Dr put me on Dexilant 60mg daily, have been on now for 7 days feel nothing .. no change what so ever except extreme shoulders and upper back pain cannot raise my arms to put a shirt on without it bringing tears. I'm 53 yrs young.

01/10

2015-09-04

Nexplanon

Birth Control

I got the implant in January of 2015, I spotted and had a light/medium period every day for about two and a half months which of course sucked but I thought it would stop once the implant "kicked in" and my body got used to it. I didn't have my period again until January 2016 they have been LONG, PAINFUL, and HEAVY. They last about 2-4 weeks and are irregular. Sometimes there is a couple months between periods but others only a week. I have become moody, and emotional. ALSO my arm is always PAINFUL and becoming NUMB and is covered in big blue veins. And I have cysts on my right ovary now that I have to get surgically removed. (not sure if that has to do with the implant) I haven't gotten pregnant. That is the only positive.

12/10

2017-11-13

Plan B

Emergency Contraception

I'm writing this to the ladies who are looking for some relief because I know how you feel! First off take a pregnancy test before you take the pill b/c it will NOT work if you already are pregnant! But I had unprotected sex on 11/1 , took the pill within two hours of the time & I got my period the 11/11 ! I didn't experience any symptoms the first couple days I took the pill but 3 days before my period I had terrible cramps & felt really dizzy. The thing is ladies do NOT stress AT ALL!! I kept myself occupied & didn't even think about it. I know it's scary but next time we all will learn to practice safe sex:) good luck to you all!!!

910/10

2016-11-12

Zoloft

Depression

I am female and was 16 when I was prescribed Zoloft for my then undiagnosed bipolar disorder 2. Because I am bipolar I didn't find Zoloft helpful but one side effect I had was terrible nose bleeds.

12/10

2013-08-13

Hytrin

High Blood Pressure

Have been using Hytrin for about a year. It has lowered my blood pressure, helps me sleep and urinate and able to empty my bladder. Has not affected my sex life at all. Have woken and been dizzy, but I am able to slow myself and watch where I am going.

89/10

2009-06-27

Rosuvastatin

High Cholesterol

At age 65 my cholesterol reading creeped past borderline to high. I was put on 5mg of Crestor. After only one month, my LDL went from 167 to 79. At first I took at bedtime but noticed some minor leg pain. I switched to taking with evening meal and pain stopped.

89/10

2016-05-25

Clindamycin

Bacterial Infection

I was perscribed this medication for a tooth infection and upon reading reviews I was TERRIFIED of it. So many negatives! I went ahead and took the advice of those who gave it higher ratings. I am on four 300mg doses everyday, so I take a pill at noon, 6pm, midnight, and 6am. I take it with 20 ounces of water and a small snack or near a meal. Afterwards I make sure to sit up or sleep a little elevated for at least the next 30 minutes. I also am taking a probiotic everyday to counter act against all the "good" bacteria this medication is also killing off. So far I've had ZERO side effects, my tooth pain has gone away and gums no longer swollen. I still have a couple days left but I am assuming it'll be the same.

910/10

2017-03-03

Asenapine

Schizoaffective Disorde

It's under my tongue right now, and it does taste terrible... This medicine has been the best at controlling the depression and hallucinations for me, and I have tried many different medicines. The side effects I have are involuntary tongue "flipping," it makes me extremely sleepy. (I have to work really hard to stay awake after I take it in the morning), and sometimes I get a sore under my tongue, or my skin peels in my mouth. I've had some really bad stomach/intestinal problems since I've started taking it, but I'm not sure if that is a coincidence or not. It's also hard to keep a pill under your tongue for ten minutes twice a day, especially if you need to say something. Better than the alternative, though.

78/10

2011-03-01

Fentanyl

Pain

I'm thankful that I found a doctor that understood what I was dealing with and prescribed this medication. Without it I was just existing, and now have a full life. The 3rd day is tough when the medicine is wearing off, but by the middle of the first day of a new patch things are back in order.

89/10

2008-07-02

Tirosint

Hashimoto's disease

I have hashimotos/hypothyroid and have been on Tirosint after being on synthroid for the first 7 weeks of my diagnosis. I have been on it for 5 years and absolutely love it. No reaction as there are no fillers or dyes like the other synthetic drugs. Most recently my Doctor added a little T3 and I have never felt better.

910/10

2016-09-07

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestrel

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

I used to take ogestrel 28 , which is a high dose . I have been onogestrel 28 for over 5 years . I am on the pill to help regulate my period . I got a new GYN dr and he wanted to change the pill to a lower dose , so I started on cryselle. I gained 30 Pounds. Diet , physical activity was the same as before , in fact I was more physically active but I still gained all that weight . My primary dr thought it was me that I was over eating or not active. That she doubt it was the pill . I went from a normal BMI to crossing the obese border, after starting cryselle. I told my dr I wanted to change back to ogestrel 28. Within the first few months back on orgestrel I started to lose the weight.

01/10

2015-07-17

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

i tried it for two months and since day 1 I suffered from major mood swings and low energy. I had frequent headaches and just felt depressed. I never felt like myself. But I just thought I had to put up with it so my body can get use to it but I couldn't handle it by month 2. Just pay attention to how you feel. None the less I switched to another birth control pill. And feel great.

01/10

2015-07-08

Methadone

Pain

It has a remarkable ability to decrease chronic pain and or withdrawal symptoms

89/10

2010-07-11

Pregabalin

Neuropathic Pain

My doctor prescribed me Lyrica for some trivially mild ulnar tunnel syndrome. Within about a week of taking just 75 mg per day (once before bedtime), I developed horrible anxiety, insomnia, muscle tremors and suicidal thoughts. My vision blurred as well, but it wasn't severe. It's been eleven days now since I've stopped taking Lyrica, and most of the side-effects have gone. The anxiety is still there, but it's no longer as bad as it was. Had I known about any of this, I would have just applied hot packs to my wrist and waited for it to heal by itself. The side-effects were totally not worth it.

01/10

2017-04-28

Escitalopram

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

I suffer from persistent depression and generalized anxiety for as long as I can remember. I've never been into the idea of taking medication, however, both symptoms eventually got worse with age, especially my anxiety. I decided enough was enough, and accepted the fact that medication was probably my best bet at living a happier life. My doctor prescribed Cipralex, also known as Escitalopram 10mg to help both symptoms. With high hopes of finally "taking the plunge" with medication, it did not result in my favour. Within ONLY AN HOUR of taking a single 10mg pill, I was overwhelming tired and could barely get out of bed. I also began getting sick for 45 mins...out of both ends. I felt so sick and sorry I ever took this medication.

01/10

2017-09-12

Morphine

Chronic Pain

I was prescribed 60 mg MSContin twice a day switching from the 50mcg/hr fentanyl patch because of side effects problems and the fact it only works for the first two days. I was diagnosed with fairly severe osteoarthritis and degenerative disk disease, last year at the age of 26. After wearing the patch for a few months my natural pain tolerance nearly vanished. Now taking this MS-Contin feels like taking aspirin or a small ER/CR hydrocodone dose.

45/10

2013-08-31

Nexplanon

Birth Control

I've had the implant in for about three months now, at first I was very nervous about it since I've heard many horror stories about how it will make you bleed for a month straight, however, it isn't too bad. I've had spotting on and off since the third week of having it in, I usually have very heavy periods, but since I've had it in I feel they got rather light. Aside from that I've lost weight since its been in, when I had it implanted I weighed 147, I am now down to 134. Aside from the random spotting I don't mind it. It's the best decision I've ever made.

89/10

2016-08-11

Adapalene / benzoyl peroxide

Acne

I used tactupump while at home for a week and it killed my skin, it felt raw, was red and VERY DRY and literally felt like a bad sun burn, then I went up to my cottage and my cousin had the same perscription, so I just tried to use it again and IT WORKED WONDERS! For the week that I was there... Weird? when I got back home I continued the same skin care regiment I was using at the cottage AND AGAIN I HAD THE WORST REACTION! Like what? So I went to my dermatologist and she said to look into the type of water at my house compared to the cottage, so turns out we have a SOFT WATER filter at the cottage, and really hard water where I live at home, she recommended me invest in a soft water pump but they're around $900 :(

45/10

2016-01-06

Meloxicam

Osteoarthritis

Was prescribed Meloxicam for knee pain following two surgeries to repair meniscus tears. It truly was a wonder drug - knee pain practically gone - mobility increased. Took it for approximately 4 months - 1 x 10 mg. tablet with breakfast. AND THEN ... three weeks ago I woke up - couldn't stand up without fainting and had a tarry black stool. Rushed to hospital. Blood transfusions ... endoscopy revealed a bleeding duodenal ulcer. I had no symptoms - no pain at all. Gastroenterologist confirmed how dangerous this drug is - side effect of internal bleeding is very real. I should have done more research before taking. This is a dangerous drug - that unfortunately worked great to relieve knee pain - but almost killed me!

23/10

2017-03-29

Lorazepam

Anxiety

That medication saved my life. I was having panic and anxiety. Ativan helps me to function normally. It a magic medication. All anxiety and panic disappear on it. I'm very thankful for that medication.

910/10

2017-09-05

Tamoxifen

Breast Cance

I have been on Tamoxifen for 10months now..I have had hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, heavy menstrual bleeding, discharge, headaches and now back pain. But I want to decrease my chance of possibly getting invasive Breast Cancer or DCIS in my other breast..so will continue to take it.

45/10

2010-03-04

Duloxetine

Depression

I was on Cymbalta for about 3 months. I can't say that it really did a whole lot for me during that time. I think it may have made me feel a little more energized but I vaguely remember feeling anxious and jittery along with that. The most profound effect that this medicine did have on me was my bowels. For some reason it gave me the worst smelling flatulence of my life. It was literally unbearable and is the main reason that I got off of it. Once I got off, the flatulence went away and my bowels went back to normal.

01/10

2010-12-15

Medroxyprogesterone

Birth Control

At the suggestion of my OBGYN, for recurrent vaginal yeast infections that seemed to come 2 weeks after every single period for no reason. I decided to do the depo shot to keep my hormones high and potentially stop my period to hopefully end the yeast infections. I am rating this a 5. The yeast infections stopped, so it worked in that sense. However, the side effects are horrible! Weight gain, acne (always near the end of the 12 week mark when you're due for another shot ) and I'm talking cystic acne, horrible horrible acne. I'm 32 and my skin looks like I am going through puberty every time my shot is about to run out. I also get it on my back. Never before did I have that issue. Sex drive decreases. And, around the 12 weeks mark migraines

45/10

2017-06-01

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I'm 20yrs old, with one toddler. I read about this choice of birth control for weeks and finally got it today. The process wasn't to bad. Cramping at first and slight dizziness afterwards.

67/10

2014-12-18

Hydromorphone

Pain

I was consuming 6 mg every three hours. I broke my pelvis in 4 places. Pain was okay as long as I was using this medicine.

910/10

2008-06-28

Mucinex D

Cough and Nasal Congestion

Would not recommend. A 20 year old college student who desperately needs sleep but hasn't because the label on the box forgot to highlight and bold "You won't be able to sleep!!" Took two pills at 10:30am and about an hour later I was very jittery, paranoid, anxious and my heart rate was going insane. It's now 10 pm and my eyes are still dilated and I still feel weird. Would not recommend the whole dosage, or just stay clear in general.

12/10

2017-02-15

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

I have used 3 different birth control brands (yasmin, ortho tri cyclen and yaz) before trying out the generic of seasonqiue. It worked great for the first 2 months , then I had some light spotting that got heavier every day until it was heavier than any past menstrual cycle. I bled (regular to very heavy) and cramped everyday for the next 4 months. Even when starting a new pack, taking it at the same time, at night, with iron-nothing I did made this bleeding get lighter or go away until I stopped taking them. Then I got my period normally every month but its been far heavier than it has ever been in my life. Last month, my period came early and this month it came only 2 weeks after my last period. This RX has my body all out of whack.

01/10

2015-08-05

Linaclotide

Constipation, Chronic

First of all, I NEVER leave reviews ... So the fact that I'm taking time to write one should speak volumes. I absolutely love this medication and will NOT do without it! Chronic constipation for years and years...I recently went 3 weeks without a bowel motion. I took every laxative and stool softner including giving myself suppositories and enemas. This is a miracle! I've been on it one week and I have had a bowel movement every single morning just a few hour after taking this medicine. No cramping, no bloating! Life changing. I feel amazing and I will not ever go without this pill!

910/10

2014-10-30

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

I used to be a 2-pack smoker. I had been smoking for 17 years since age 14. I had tried to quit many times with a limited success. Chantix is a miracle drug that helped to quit for good almost 3 years ago.

910/10

2011-06-20

Implanon

Birth Control

I have had the Implanon for 8 months now and have had non-stop bleeding. I do love this birth control because it takes away the worries of getting pregnant; however might get it removed because they said the bleeding would stop after 6 months and it has not, it has gotten worse! I also have VERY low sex drive.

23/10

2011-07-14

Sertraline

Depression

I've been on Zoloft for 3 weeks (100mg) and it's done wonders for me. I was always sad, uninterested in anything, quick tempered, very negative...you get the picture. Within a week that changed. I'm able to laugh, I want to do things again; best of all, my sex drive is returning! My appetite has lessened, but I'm not complaining. In the first week, I was taking Zoloft by itself; now I'm taking Seroquel XR in the evening in conjunction. I'm sleeping like a baby the night through (first time in years, really!). My family and friends are as glad as I am that I'm now on the right track.

89/10

2010-07-21

Frovatriptan

Migraine

Numb head is better than pounding headache.

910/10

2014-05-02

Citalopram

Depression

Started Celexa a month ago. At first, tremors, dry mouth, shaking, and dead libido. After a week, my jaw was petrified, my teeth hurt, was always biting my tongue. My energy was gone. Was sleeping 9hrs at night, and 3-4 hrs nap in the afternoon. I was a zombie. I just switch to Wellbutrin, and I pray for better results.

34/10

2014-10-08

Acetaminophen / oxycodone

Pain

Back pain

910/10

2009-05-11

Wellbutrin

Major Depressive Disorde

I was at age 50 severely depressed about my future because I had screwed my life up so bad. I was so full of fear and anxiety as well. I started addressing things in my life one at a time, and one of those things was finding a good psychologist. I chose to get on Wellbutrin, 300 day and like others felt it working by day two. Within three months it settled in and completely changed my life. I'm happy to wake up, I enjoy work, I take care of myself, people respond to me better. In not worried about the future. I like me again. It's been a miracle drug for me - all positive, no negative.

910/10

2016-05-20

Epiduo

Acne

My dr prescribed me different creams & pills but nothing helped to clear my acne. My dr then sent me to a Dermatologist who prescribed me Epiduo Cream. It took around 3wks before I started noticing the changes. Using the cream burnt my face a little bit in the first wk but has not done it since. I have now been using Epiduo for almost a yr. My face has never been so clear, and very rarely do I get a pimple. I found the best way for it work for me, is I shower ever night & only wash my face with Gold bar soap. I then dry my face & apply the Epiduo very sparingly. When I wake in the morning, I use a flannel and wash my face. I do not use any creams, makeup or moisturier.

78/10

2013-11-16

Metronidazole

Helicobacter Pylori Infection

This drug has not been a good experience for me (I'm on Day 10 of 14) and I really hope it destroys the H. pylori. I've had gastritis off and on for years until an attack so painful I had to go to the ER. The taste is almost unbearable. It makes me want to eat just to temporarily get rid of the awful taste. Good to know I am not the only one who is creating a lot of foul saliva, too. In the first 2 days, I was very dizzy and, since this was one of those side effects we are 'supposed to contact' our doctors about, I called. Two days later she insisted the dizziness and nausea were due to a virus. Today I ordered some Neem & Aloe Vera Inner Gel because there is pretty good information on these two botanicals' impact on H. pylori. Never again.

34/10

2017-11-04

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

I am almost on my third month of my first pack of Jolessa and I have been bleeding for four weeks now. Spotting some of the time and full on heavy bleeding the rest. I like the weight loss and the fact that nothing seems to stress me out anymore but I would really like for this to stop. Plus the cramps were terrible at first but now they have kind of subsided. Hopefully the next pack will be better.

45/10

2011-04-25

Doxycycline

Bacterial Infection

I had a sinus/ear issue for some time now, worse at times. This last time the Z pack did not help, along with amoxicillin. Sinus always returned until doctor prescribed doxycycline which took about 5 days to get going - prescription for 10 days. The side effect for me was some chest pain and some anxiety taking into account I developed ulcer pain/problems. The chest pain decreased after a week or so. Will stick it out 10 days hope the sinus/ear infections don't come back.

67/10

2012-05-13

Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo

Birth Control

I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for about 5 years and switched to Loestrin (because of insurance purposes). As soon as I switched I got horrible acne. Although Loestrin gave me lighter periods, I was crazy, moody, and overall a terrible cranky person- haha. I gave it about 6 months to see if it would get better- it didn't, so I'm spending $75 a month for Ortho Tri-cyclen Lo again. Totally worth it.

89/10

2011-01-06

Skyla

Birth Control

I'm writing about the overall insertion process as I just had my sklya inserted. I did not get it inserted during my period as I was due to get it while I would be away at school, so I got it a couple days before my period would begin. The overall process was not terrible. I took 2 Advils 2 hours before and then Motrin just before insertion. The doctor also numbed me before doing anything. The overall process was uncomfortable but bearable. It feels like the worst cramps of your life for 20 seconds then it's done. I felt nothing after it was put in and I've been doing fine ever since. I can't really say if I've had spotting or not since I got my period a day after insertion. For those scared, it's not as bad as people make it out to be.

67/10

2016-09-01

Efudex

Keratosis

Efudex works great but is very painful and itchy after about two weeks. I tried many creams to relieve the symptoms between applications of the Efudex. One cream that REALLY helped was Traumeel. What a sanity saver. Just thought I would pass this on for others to get some relief. I hope it can help you too.

910/10

2009-07-12

Lexapro

Anxiety

I'm a 47 year old female, been on 10mg Lexapro for 5 years for anxiety and depression that I've had since childhood. I had to add 300 mg Wellbutrin XL after, due to feeling overly sedated, and low libido. This combination has worked well for me, since the Wellbutrin has an "up" effect, and helps with sexual side effects. Tried to reduce the Lexapro to 5mg this fall, but had some anxiety start to return, went back to 10mg recently. Maybe just holiday stress. I'm so glad these medicines are around! Wish they could have been available for my brother who committed suicide several years ago. Wish I could have had the Lexapro at an earlier age but thankful now!

78/10

2010-12-30

Doxycycline

Acne

I have had bad acne since the 4th grade. During my senior year in high school, I was put on Accutane which worked for the duration of time that I was on it (moderately, mild breakouts but the redness went away, a huge step up from my ridiculous acne!) but returned in moderation when I went to college in the fall. I waited until the spring to visit my dermatologist and she put me on two facial creams and Monodox. I tried the facial creams alone, didn't work. Then tried Monodox and within a week, I saw a huge difference. Not only did my acne almost disappear, but my breakouts were 1-2 mild, small pimples that went away leaving no scars in 2 days. I have been on it about 3 months and I couldn't be happier. My face is clear! Highly recommend.

910/10

2014-05-22

Adalimumab

Ankylosing Spondylitis

I have had severe insomnia that is very possibly related to Humira.

67/10

2017-07-14

Oxycodone

Chronic Pain

Great pain relief.

89/10

2016-04-10

Bupropion / naltrexone

Obesity

I started Contrave for the first time in July. I have PCOS and the doctor wanted me to try something that would help me lose the weight I gained from it. This wasn't his first choice but my insurance wouldn't cover any of the other medications and it was the only one I could afford out of pocket. I was only on it for three weeks because I was really sick from it. I was nauseated, tired and it gave me really bad headaches. It became too much so I decided to stop. I did lose 5lbs but I'm not sure if it was from the medicine or from being sick. I started again and only taking 1 pill. I still have headaches but I'm not as sick. I would take something else if I could but I'm doing what I can to have the ability to have kids when I choose.

56/10

2015-12-29

Levonorgestrel

Emergency Contraception

Okay ladies, I have taken this pill twice in the past 2 years..both due to broken condoms with hubby. Both times I took the pill within 3-5 hours of the incident and am happy to report Plan B was effective for me both times. I did experience a pretty nasty headache, dizziness and nausea for the first 48 hours. I know you must be very scared, but try to remain calm and let the medicine run its course. It is highly effective if taken within 24 hrs so DO NOT delay.

910/10

2016-04-15

Tavaborole

Onychomycosis, Toenail

My toenail fungus started in 2001. But I ignored it for years, mostly because I wear polish on my toenails and never thought about it. About 18 months ago, one toenail started to curl and they were both getting very thick and icky. I tried Lamasil (oral) and within days had a major allergic reaction, with hives everywhere and red welts on my face and neck. My podiatrist wasn't hopeful about this being a cure. But I had to try. I apply it every single morning. I don't think I've missed a single day. My toenails are about 2/3 grown out, the curl in the left toenail has flattened out and the nail has grown out enough so that the thickness is almost gone. I'm very hopeful that by December 2016 it'll be all gone.

67/10

2016-08-08

Dronabinol

Anorexia

I have osteomyolitis /MRSA . This was Excellent... Great for nausea and definitely gives an appetite without upsetting stomach.

910/10

2015-07-30

Acetaminophen / oxycodone

Chronic Pain

I've dealt with chronic lower back pain and spasms L3/S1 now mainly L5 avoided surgery then arthritis set in and am not a candidate for surgery. I've done the useless epidural shots avoid those as they helping the progression of arthritis. Exercise and take your meds that's enabling me to do my day to day's. Keep a positive attitude and enjoy life as best you can. Don't let the pain win, never stop living

910/10

2015-12-14

Singulair

Asthma

This medicine has changed my life. I am a very active teenager, with almost the worst asthma imaginable. I couldn't even run 100m without wheezing and feeling like I was going to have an attach. This was very hard on my competitive soccer as well. But last spring my doctor prescribes singular to me and everything changed. Now I can run for a full hour without coughing or wheezing, and I only have to use my fast active relief when I am sprinting. The medicine started working in just a few days. Best medicine out there.

910/10

2011-11-20