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Zaditor

Conjunctivitis, Allergic

Very helpful. I am mostly allergic to tree pollen (oak, birch). Stings a bit and causes lots of tears after application but it goes away within minutes. Took a day or so to become really effective - I started at the peak of the allergy season. I feel like a new person!

89/10

2008-05-07

Paxil

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

Was on it and later Remeron for 3 months. Remeron was an near-instant help; Paxil did some good things. Apparently, a great anxiety med. Effects didn't really last and I got anxious/depressed to a large extent. Went off and had a hard withdrawal.

67/10

2014-08-04

Divalproex sodium

Bipolar Disorde

I started taking Divalproex(Depakote)250mg on June 10th and than on June 17th I was admitted into a psychiatric hospital because of my bipolar. I learned from the psychiatrist there that the dosage I was on was absolutely nothing and would have no effect on me. The psychiatrist ended up raising the dose to 750mg. I definetly can tell that my mood is leveled out for the most part. I would recommended this to people with bipolar and people with seizures(I was diagnosed a few years ago with non eptiletic seizures). So far I dont see any side effects, thank God. I take this medication at night along with: Aripiprazole(Abilify)15mg Trazodone(Desyrel)50mg Hydroxyzine(Vistaril)50mg Clonazepam(Klonopin)1mg

78/10

2016-06-25

Lamictal

Bipolar Disorde

I was diagnosed with bipolar 2, bipolar with depression, bipolar without mania... The main thing I noticed about Lamictal is that it seemed to have helped with ADHD symptoms, that I really didn't know I had, until I read the symptoms for that. I was chronically late, my whole adult life. I lost almost every job I had due to lateness. I had other ADHD symptoms, but that was not my diagnosis. Guess I thought all those things were just character flaws. After I started taking Lamictal, I was not late anymore! It seemed to have helped with depression, but any benefit from that has seemed to come back. I came to this site looking for extended, long range use of Lamictal.

78/10

2016-04-07

Metamucil

Constipation

My son has suffered with major constipation for almost a year. He is 2 years old. Every doctor told us to use prunes, apple juice, no dairy... etc. we tried them all. BUT Metamucil has worked its wonders!! He poops everyday and does not have to strain so much. Its doing really good, we give him half of a teaspoon in his water once a day and he doesn't even drink all of it.

910/10

2016-04-17

Taytulla

Birth Control

My experience with Taytulla was horrible and it's only been on my first week. I felt nausea about 2 hours after I took it and I noticed I had yeast infection. I never have it and I knew something was wrong. I read about it online and it does cause yeast infection as a side effect to some people. It was not a fun experience. I had it changed and the doctor has me on Orsythia, no problems so far!

23/10

2017-04-18

Tacrolimus

Organ Transplant, Rejection Prophylaxis

Prograf seems to have worked since my liver transplant 4 years ago, but it has also kept me broke, at $1641 for 60 5mg caps. I'm grateful to be alive but not happy about the what it has cost me.

910/10

2009-09-04

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Ovarian Cysts

For birth control, it works wonderfully. As for ovarian cysts it seems to do nothing for me. I still get them as often as I used to and I see no end to it.

01/10

2009-07-14

Implanon

Birth Control

I love the Implanon. I have tried all other birth controls except the ones you insert in the uterus or Mirena. Anyway, my period has been nonexistent since 2010 and my partner couldn't be happier. I do have sharp back pain and cramps including mood swings basically everything that my body would do if it was "pregnant" like the OBgyn explained. I have gained 20 plus pounds but I know a majority of it is my diet and exercise so I highly recommend this to women who want something long term.

89/10

2013-10-07

Aliskiren

High Blood Pressure

Did not work. Made heart race.

01/10

2009-12-01

Lamotrigine

Bipolar Disorde

It keeps me calm and relaxed most of the time.

910/10

2012-01-31

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

I have been sensitive to several birth control pills, including tri lo Marzia which is supposed to be the same thing. On that one I bled for 3 weeks straight in the middle of a pack. This one has worked wonderfully for me and I have had no issues with acne or mood swings like I have with others. I do think every birth control works differently for everyone, so never take what one person says positively or negatively from a review!

910/10

2017-11-08

Azithromycin

Chlamydia Infection

Took the pills around 2 pm and then ate a full meal. 30 minutes later, I experienced severe nausea for about 10 minutes but now I am just very tired. But this is the consequence for being stupid and having unprotected sex. I'll take the side effects over an std anyday. So far so good though.

78/10

2016-09-16

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

I started using Tri Sprintec 3 months ago. Within the first week, I noticed that my face began to breakout more than usual. I am now using medicated face wash to decrease the breakouts, so I can't tell if they would still be as bad after the first month. I have also gained a noticeable amount of weight since starting the pill. I eat relatively healthy, and I workout 4-6 times a week. However, I feel extremely bloated, as if I have a whole other layer of skin on. The weight gain and the inability to lose it has been unbearable, which is why I'm switching to a lower dosage pill. Overall, Tri Sprintec wasn't all that bad - no breakthrough bleeding, no moodiness, no nausea, etc. The only complaint is that it did make me gain weight quick.

45/10

2010-08-24

Pegaptanib

Macular Degeneration

Has significantly slowed the progression and even improved sight in my left eye. This last treatment however, has left my eyes feeling sore and I have a small floater. It has been 4 days since my treatment, this is why I am mentioning it. To anybody considering this treatment, I say, please do it - there are more benefits than risks.

89/10

2015-08-09

Paxil

Post Traumatic Stress Disorde

I take Paxil 50mg for PTSD, OCD, anxiety and depression. No drug is a "wonderdrug" but for me, Paxil has been a life saver. No more night terrors, no more shaky hands and sweats. I have been able to function more normally than I have in years. No side effects that bother me.

910/10

2015-10-07

Quetiapine

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

I cannot rate seroquel highly enough. I was a mess with constant anxiety that just would not stop. I had tried so many things and seroquel literally changed my life. I take 400 xr and don't really have any side effects, but even if I did I would put up with anything to be rid of the anxiety. I don't know how I managed to get through life before I started taking seroquel

910/10

2016-08-14

Desvenlafaxine

Depression

I was on my 4th try on a antidepressant and was feeling very discouraged. I had many side effects from the other medicines such as sleepiness, headaches, overeating, agitation, and crying spells. My therapist gave me Pristiq. I read about the side effects and was not looking forward to headaches. I took it and had no side effects. On my second day I was doing a lot more things and felt a lot better. Thank God!

78/10

2012-05-17

Methylphenidate

ADHD

It worked good on my son.

67/10

2011-01-15

Azathioprine

Crohn's Disease

This medicine kept my Crohn's Disease in remission for almost 15 years.

910/10

2017-02-13

Afinitor

Breast Cance

Dont have any side effects, only mild tiredness. Been taking it for three weeks.

89/10

2013-06-08

Azithromycin

Chlamydia Infection

I just found out I have chlamydia. The doctor prescribed me four 500MG azithromycin pills. I've only taken two and I threw up within an hour and stayed on the toilet for about 30 mins. Now I'm scared to take the other two.

45/10

2017-01-14

Edarbi

High Blood Pressure

I was on Benicar 40mg for 7-8 years. It worked great but last year I got pregnant with my first child and had to switch to meds that were safe for the baby. After my pregnancy, my doc put me back on Benicar and suddenly it didn't work for me any more. I started experiencing scary high bp's and side effects I had not had previously. My doc just switched me to Edarbi 80mg. I've only been on it for a week but so far it's working great. My numbers are even a little on the low side. The only side effect I've had is occasional dizziness when I stand up. I'm praying I don't get any other side effects. My doctor told me that it is pricey but he gave me a discount card to try. Right now I'm still using the samples he gave me.

910/10

2017-02-10

Xanax

Anxiety

I am prescribed Xanax 0.5 mg twice daily. At 21 yrs old and have a speech impairment due to major anxiety. Xanax helps greatly to calm me down and be able to control my nervousness. I've tried Vistaril, Buspar, Seroquel, Paxil and nothing comes close to working as well as Xanax does! It works pretty fast when real anxious and makes me to be much much more outgoing and motivated throughout the day. I'm taking 40mg Celexa with Xanax which is a wonderful combination. I'm very fidigity and uncalm, but with Xanax, I feel how I should be. While being less anxious and more outgoing, I also feel a very floaty state of mind. Xanax helps!

89/10

2010-04-14

Junel Fe 1.5 / 30

Birth Control

I've been on this pill since I was 16 and now I'm 21. I take this pill as a continuous birth control and never get my period. I have nothing bad to say about this pill and will continue to take it as long as needed. It's great!

89/10

2015-04-04

Medroxyprogesterone

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Stay as far away as possible from this medicine. I took only one injection Oct 11, 2015 during my cycle, with hopes of lighting my cycle, which was due to start on my wedding day Nov 21, 2015. I started bleeding approximately 1 week after receding the injection, it is now Feb 22, 2016, and I am still bleeding. Its a constant spotting, with a break through of extreme heavy bleeding, soaking a pad within an hour. I am a newly wed and unable to satisfy my husband, I surely hope he doesn't go out in cheat, due to this stupid shot, there should be some type of class action lawsuit. Depo Provera need to come off of the market.

01/10

2016-02-23

Imiquimod

Keratosis

No side effects at all. No problems at all. Had two spots on my back that are gone. Thanks doc for recommending this treatment.

910/10

2015-12-01

Temazepam

Insomnia

Totally ineffective. Only giving it a 2 because of the lack of side effects, otherwise i'd give it a 1.

12/10

2017-01-06

Levonorgestrel

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

I have always had really heavy periods and when I was in high school I thought I was normal even though I was changing a super tampon every hour. Turns out high school girls exaggerate about their symptoms. I went onto the pill when I was 18 to deal with the bleeding and upset guts. It helped a little but I still got upset guts and would bleed for a full 7 days (still using those super tampons). I have had the Mirena for 1&1/2 months Granted I have only had one period since its been put in but it was a grand total of three days and I barely needed a panty liner for it. I had no upset guts. The only thing is if I have too much sugar (chocolate bar and a pop at the same time) I will get really bad gas pains. So I guess I just won't eat that much sugar anymore.

89/10

2013-02-05

Adipex-P

Obesity

Started taking it today. Not really feeling any effects. Still hungry and Dr said would have lots of energy .... Not feeling that part yet lol I'm at a whopping 262 depressed and hope this works to help Me

56/10

2017-03-17

Miconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

I've used this product over the years and have never had a problem until now. Having all the side effects mentioned here. It made the yeast infection worse - intense burning, itching, and redness. Something must have changed in the formula for so many to be complaining.

01/10

2016-06-19

Nuedexta

Pseudobulbar Affect

I have been crying inappropriately since a stroke 2 years ago. Nuedexta has helped me keep my emotions in check. I still cry, but usually in more appropriate situations. Recommend it.

78/10

2014-05-14

Belviq

Obesity

58 year old male 6 foot 235 pounds high blood pressure,and cholesterol. Three months experience 22 pounds and feeling fine. Sill want to lose 30 -35 more but need to get off the couch and exercise. My problem as the diet part is easily managed now. Thanks for the help and sending me on my way.

910/10

2014-05-06

Hydrochlorothiazide

High Blood Pressure

I started talking HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE about 2 years ago blood pressure was 138/79, i didn't think that was high if you know your body you know normal things about it as well, i exercised everyday, lost about thirty pounds, the doctor put me on this medicine at 25mg, as soon as i was on it for a week I began to have numbness in my hands and feet, i started having bad muscle cramps until i couldn't sleep at night, I am not saying for anyone to get off there Med. that is your choice, but taking a bunch of Medicine is not my choice of life, I have learned that this medicine also cause cramps even more when i eat my dark green vegetables, I have been keeping a record of these side effects for 30 days, have not had the cramps or the numbness.

12/10

2016-08-06

Arimidex

Breast Cance

I have been taking Aridimex for 4.5 years, coming up on my 5 year post treatment check up. Side effects for me have been; hot flashes, neuropathy, intense joint pain, insomnia and 30% loss of bone density. I take 2 ibuprofen daily to manage pain and power through. New clinical data indicate staying on longer may reduce risk further. I was so looking forward to getting off this drug, not sure how I feel about that.

78/10

2017-07-19

Bisacodyl

Constipation

This product should be taken off the market. After having surgery a week ago the anesthesia left me with constipation. I took one pill in the am and around 5pm the severe cramping and nausea began. I am still going through it as I type this from the bathroom with cold sweats and wishing I could just die. If I had know this was the result of taking this "over the counter " medication I'd have never willingly done so. Shame on me for not checking reviews ahead of time as it looks as if more people than not have suffered the same results. Why on earth would the FDA continue to allow this drug on the market, I have no idea. I'm not even over my surgery yet, now add this to the mix? I was looking for relief. This is the exact opposite.

01/10

2017-01-31

Meloxicam

Tendonitis

It took away my pain, but made me drowsy and depressed. Also, it made me retain serious water. I recommend only taking this as a serious last resort!

78/10

2017-04-06

Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim

Bacterial Skin Infection

Taken with Cefadroxil twice a day for ten days. Got rid of the visible signs of the infection within one day. I experienced slight loss of appetite but other than that, I didn't experience any side effects. However, on the last day of taking this medicine I broke out in a rash all over my face, neck, arms and chest. I'm hoping that it will go away because now I'm done with the medicine.

89/10

2013-09-20

Trulicity

Diabetes, Type 2

I've been on this drug about four weeks now, just gave my fourth injection yesterday. First injection wasn't that bad, felt nauseated for two days, lost appetite had to remind myself to eat but I was fine rest of the week, and such a remarkable improvement on my blood glucose results.Second injection, was very nauseated but no vomit on first day, second day, woke up at 4am feeling sick to my stomach, shaking, sweating, my BS was 130mg/dl. Vomited like endless then was fine again rest of the week. Third injection , felt much better a little nausea first two days then fine. I've lost 4lbs in four weeks, my BS number's averages 110's, A1C dropped from 8.4 to 7.2 in three weeks. It's a very expensive drug but I think it's worth to try.

910/10

2016-12-14

Isotretinoin

Acne

DON'T BE PUT OFF BY A BAD REVIEW! I took Accutane when I was 18, I held off taking it for a while as of all of the reviews. Me and my friend were both on it, she suffered with the dry skin and nose bleeds but its no where near as bad as it sounds. I never even noticed her dry skin and if you're good and slap moisturizer on you'll be fine! I threatened about the dry skin and I tell you I didn't have one side effect I just remember loving life! No more make up sliding off my face due to oiliness either. The side effects depend on your dose I was on 30mg but my friend was on 80mg and had side effects. You can take a lower dose but you'll be on the treatment for longer as you're given a certain amount depending on your weight.

910/10

2013-09-08

Flomax

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

I found Flomax very effective for increasing the size of my urine flow, and taking away the uncomfortable pressure I felt moments before urinating. I take the lower dose of .4MG, and have found that taking it every-other day is as effective for me as taking it daily.

910/10

2015-04-22

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

Birth Control

I have been on Yaz for almost 5 months. Every month my doctor told me to try to wait one more month that my body would adjust. It has caused me to have extreme anxiety, gain weight, and severe depression. My poor boyfriend has had to deal with me for the past couple months and I'm nothing but depressed. But it has been great for pregnancy reasons. I'm only with one person so it's my only birth control and so far so good there.

12/10

2009-07-29

Citalopram

Anxiety and Stress

I have been on citalopram 20 mg for 2 months now. Overall yes I have felt better , my mood was happy , not easy to anger, and things that would normally stress me didn't as much. I had a incident where I missed 3 doses , I was dizzy light headed and felt very unbalanced, took my evening dose and woke up next morning back to no side effects. Online search stated it was withdrawals. Now since 2 months down, I have suddenly felt depressed , and anxiety a little more again. Going to call doctor see if its not working, I have a urge to eat more then before carbs and sweets.

89/10

2015-04-22

Sprintec

Birth Control

I took this pill for almost a year. I thought the symptoms I had would go away but they only got worse! Severe crying spells and extreme sensitivity to anything someone said to me and also mood swings with depression and anxiety. I am hoping a different pill will not give me the same horrible experience this gave me. If you are experiencing these side effects I encourage you to switch as soon as you notice them. They will not get better and it will effect your social life. As far as physical side effects I only had spotting the first few months which is normal.

01/10

2015-09-01

Zolpidem

Insomnia

2 years ago I started not to sleep until mornings and my doctor gave me this medicine. It's supposed to initiate sleeping which I needed most and it was only for 2 weeks. After taking this pill my sleeping was awesome.. but after 2 weeks when I stopped it started again and I was awake all night. I couldn't sleep without pill and now its been 2 years. It helps me to sleep but bad that I can't live without it.

78/10

2012-02-14

Fluticasone / salmeterol

COPD, Maintenance

I have been on Advair Diskus for only 2 days and already I feel like I have much more energy, and I don't wheeze like I used too. Haven't had to have my inhaler in 2 days either. Time will tell lets hope I have found something that works and I can get back to a normal lifestyle.

78/10

2008-07-21

Phentermine / topiramate

Weight Loss

I recommend this medication and especially for women with PCOS. I started out at 220 pounds in feb 2015 and today Oct. 2015 I weigh 173!! The process has been a good pace and they would up the dosage if I felt like I needed them to. I've always had a very active job and lifestyle and I've always ate right with the occasional cheat meal. This medication is perfect with low carbs, lots of water intake, active body or exercise, small portioned meals, and if you have PCOS vitamen B! Make sure medication is taken in morning after breakfast on empty stomach but not to late in afternoon. There are some mood swings but just when I switched to a higher dosage and that would go away. Everybody is different too! Other then that enjoy the comments!

78/10

2015-10-22

Depakote ER

Migraine Prevention

Responded well to this medicine, after failing everything, including Topamax. I had severe motion component with migraine. Could not stand, roll over or lean over without increased pain/pressure. Depakote finally worked after trying many medicines for 2 1/2 months. just don't like the weight gain

89/10

2008-06-10

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

This birth control is TERRIBLE!!! It increased my mood swings, made me feel as if I was on my cycle for about a week and a half (which only lasts normally 5 days), decreased my sex drive, caused me to discharge a lot, and caused a drastic weight gain (at least 15lbs)...only gave it 2/10 because I didn't get pregnant...

12/10

2016-04-18

Vilazodone

Depression

I have been off and on antidepressants the last 10 years and Wellbutrin did a great job after my son died. But I had terrible eye twitches and then bounced around to all the usual medicine. Viibyrd is amazing. I had some diarrhea issues, no restless legs or weird dreams but with the OxyContin and hydrocodone I don't ever have issues sleeping really. And Xanax for my anxiety I feel really sharp again focused on life not worried about what I can and can't do since my spinal injury. Life's good! Oh and the sex has been amazing! I would recommend this to anyone.

910/10

2013-03-27

Vistaril

Anxiety

Vistaril is a horrible medication for anxiety it does absolutely nothing benzos work the best

01/10

2016-03-01

Budesonide / formoterol

moterol)

Been on Symbicort now for 15 years. Best thing ever, no side effects, clears my chest in seconds.

910/10

2013-11-15

Fluticasone

Rhinitis

I was out on fluticasone for a severe cold with ear infection and thick head congestion that was quite persistent. The doctor felt giving it a go might get the nasal passages open a bit to help with sinus pressure and fluid behind my eardrum. After 10 days on it, my symptoms worsened, severe sore throat, white patches on my throat, bleeding nose, and tracheal spasms that put me into coughing fits so bad, I'd throw up and feel as though I would pass out from lack of air. I chose to stop it 3 days ago. After 2 days, my throat pain improved and i felt more myself. Day 3, the tracheal spasms, so far, seem to have ended. while the medicine helped with congestion overall, the side effects were too much for me and I couldn't continue

45/10

2016-09-19

Concerta

ADHD

Yes, this medicine does work very well for paying attention. It also can be used when you need it and can stop and start use (you can just take it on schooldays even just important school days if you want). It's good that you don't have to ruin your weekend with the bad side effects. If you just take one like I have for five years you'll focus but by noon you'll be a zombie that hates the sound of people trying to make pointless conversation.

78/10

2011-12-13

Tri-Sprintec

Birth Control

This is my second month taking it and my breast are so sore first month I took it I was fine I feel nauseous all the time I'm gaining a lot of weight it's sad never had I felt like this on bc but only one more month left . Then I can try to have a baby been irregular all my life I'm 25 now still no kids .

34/10

2016-03-13

Amitriptyline

Insomnia

I suffer manor depression anxiety and insomnia. I was on trazadone 100mg, which I cut back to 50mg because it's very sedating. I switched from trazadone 50mg to amitriptyline 10mg to start 2 days ago. It is not as strong as the trazadone but does the same job, although I may need a higher dose eventually. I don't wake up as groggy as with other meds and sleep well. So far so good not many side effects but some dry mouth. But I am also switching from cipralex to Effexor so it's hard to tell which side effect is coming from which med. But I do think this med is helping for sleep and anxiety. Btw I was addicted to benzodiazepines for years so this is a good substitute for addictive meds.

89/10

2017-04-09

Rizatriptan

Migraine

Maxalt MLT works great. Gets rid of migraine within an hour. Tried generic form but only reduced pain by half, plus migraine comes back within a few hours. Also side effects much worse.

910/10

2014-09-03

Janumet

Diabetes, Type 2

This medication is overpriced rubbish. Maybe it works well for those who absolutely cannot control their eating, but I feel that I over paid for this drug for almost three years before talking to my doctor about the expense, and then having them adjust me back to metformin and glypizide, separately. My costs went from over $400 a month to $8 a month, and zero change in my levels. This drug is a scam by the manufacture in my opinion, and I'd like to rip somebody's head off at Merck. Do not fall for this; it's literally just a scam on the part of the greedy corporate drug companies

01/10

2017-03-30

Celebrex

Pain

It works for inflammation from my neuroma/foot pain, however, it makes me tired all the time and I seem grumpier - LOL. Also, after being on it for a month, when I decided to go off, my legs and ankles really really had major water retention. So, maybe when going off of it, it's a better idea to not stop all at once, but taper off so the body can adjust. The side effect of going off of this stuff and the drowsiness is why I rated it low. Otherwise, it does work for inflammation!!

67/10

2017-04-23

Bupropion

Depression

I have been on bupropion SR 150mg twice a day for a few weeks now. At first I had weird feelings (side effects) very hot..a little trembles..nothing that I couldn't deal with. Dr. wanted me to take 1 pill twice daily after the third day. I did and it was horrible..so I remained taking the 1 pill until my second week and it was perfect. No side effects or weird feelings. Oh besides always being thirsty nothing major! I like the meds and I'm a much happier person unless I forget my second pill...then I'm back to my old grumpy rude self! Good luck to anyone starting this medicine!

78/10

2014-01-04

Quetiapine

Bipolar Disorde

I have tried just about every medicine there is to treat bipolar disorder, and Seroquel hands-down is the best one for me in terms of stability. However, the weight gain has been a problem. I gained 40 pounds on Seroquel. The good news is I've lost 16 pounds of that in 3 1/2 months. It's been hard work, but I am confident I can meet my goal of losing 48 more pounds over the next year.

89/10

2013-08-06

Medroxyprogesterone

Birth Control

The depo shot went really well for me. The first time I got the shot I did bleed for about a month, but for the next year and a half I did not bleed at all. After that I never really had any cramping or anything like that. The only bad thing is that you can only take it for up to 2 years, so now I have to find a new birth control.

910/10

2016-03-23

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

So I've been on the Nexplanon for 3 years and 6 months. Had it for the first 3 years and I noticed that I had gained quite a bit of weight, roughly 50 pounds. My doctor recommended that I get it again because it was so effective, so I agreed. I'm about 6 months in and I've already gained 12 more pounds, mood swings, low libido, and sever depression. Oh and I also have an ovarian cyst, which I think was caused by the increase in hormones. This birth control is terrible I do not recommend it.

01/10

2015-07-07

Levothyroxine

Underactive Thyroid

I started taking Levothyroxine around 2 months ago ,building up from 50 to 75. Recently had blood test back, and my results have come back as normal now! I went from nearly collapsing whilst out walking my dog. Having aches and pains. Brainfog, no energy at all...falling asleep at the drop of a hat!! Fights with hubby ,because I was so fatigued! Was going on like that for years, until Doctor gave me the bloodtest,and realized It was a medical condition..I thought it was me ,just being tired and irritable. Now I am starting to recover, slowly ,,weight gain .Went from 9stone to 12.2. 3 stone. now I have to lose al this weight because of hypothyroidism..nightmare! But I feel more awake , more energy ,hope this review helps someone!

910/10

2015-09-09

Metformin

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

I have been takeing Metformin for my PCOS since September 8TH. When I don't eat before I take it, I get headaches and tummy aches. I tend to get shakey and faint feeling. So I make sure that I eat first and never take them on an empty stomach. If I miss a pill or two I feel bad, sick like. I forgot I was not suppose to drink and had a beer, I became really tired and felt like I had a sugar crash, won't do that again. Other then that the only side effect that the pill gives me is a dry mouth. I am always thirsty. My face has cleared up but I have not lost any noticable weight at the moment. Take this medicine as directed. Rating this medicine as a 5 I have not been taking it long enough to see any changes other then a clear face.

45/10

2008-10-29

Oxybutynin

Overactive Bladde

I find it to be very effective, but have very dry facial skin from it. I take 5 mg in the morning.

89/10

2009-07-24

Cephalexin

Skin or Soft Tissue Infection

I was prescribed 500mg 4 times a day for 10 days to treat my folliculitis after shaving with a bad razor. The first day I felt okay, but I'm on day 4 and I already feel like crap. I feel dizzy, extremely fatigued to the point where I feel like a lifeless potato, nausea, lightheadedness, and some mild abdominal pain here and there. I pretty much don't feel like doing anything. The folliculitis seems to be slowly improving, though it flares up again when I wake up so I'm not entirely sure if this antibiotic is working. Might discontinue it if side effects get worse and try to get a different antibiotic

12/10

2016-12-18

Duloxetine

Depression

Have suffered depression most of my life. Am now 50 and was prescribed Cymbalta after experiencing a debilitating bout of severe depression about 15 months ago. I was unable to function. I had been taking it for about two and a half years previously and decided to ween off it but after 3 months fell into the deep hole mentioned above. I take 60mg at night and sleep well, I have to watch my weight and I experience constipation. I find it hard to cry (better than the alternative right?) and also feel somewhat lethargic but overall it keeps me feeling 'normal'.

67/10

2013-01-13

Effexor XR

Anxiety

I have been on Effexor XR for about a year, after switching from Paxil. It is a scary thing to read all these reviews, and question about whether you should or should not take it. I personally started for anxiety, and it has helped tremendously. To me having panic attacks is not a fun task, yes are there side effects but everything you put into your body does. Please try what your doctor recommends before you read all the reviews.

910/10

2015-01-26

FiberCon

Constipation

Taken in combination with a stool softener. Long term daily use.

89/10

2010-12-10

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

please girls do not get this bc. I have bled for 9 months gained 50 lbs and my boobs have blowed up like ballons. just had removed and am hoping to get my life back.

12/10

2016-02-05

Furosemide

Edema

I have been retaining fluid really bad in my legs and hands. I tried a mild water pill but it didn't work very well. My doctor prescribed Furosemide 40mg along with a potassium pill. It has been working really well. I need to do a blood test in 3 weeks to make sure everything is okay.

910/10

2008-12-22

Lortab

Pain

I am a young (22 year-old) female who has bursitis in my right hip. I'm anteriorally rotated, and have a gluteal strain, so it doesn't help my hip. Physical therapy has significantly helped, but my hip pops every step I take, and often pops out of place. Again despite the physical therapy, the pain sometimes becomes unbearable. I have tried about 4 different drugs before Lortab. Lortab is the only medicine that eases the severe pain (when I'm between 8 and 10 on the pain scale). It is not to take for every day, but it is AMAZING. For me, the downside, which I have heard from many people, is that it can leave you feeling anxious, and I generally can't sleep if I take Lortab. I think the benefits far outweigh the negative.

78/10

2009-03-29

Copper

Birth Control

This was one of the worst experiences of my life, I had the copper IUD inserted about 5 months ago and got it removed today! Those were the worst 5 months of my life! To start off the insertion was extremely painful (I've also never had any children). From there all the awful side effects started. Periods from hell! I bleed like I've never in my life before, cramps were so bad I had to call out of work a few times and only laying in the bed with a heating pad helped them. I lost so much blood I ended up with anemia, and looked like a walking zombie all the time. & then after about 2 months of this my face began to break out with very painful cystic acne everywhere. (I've never had a problem with acne my whole entire life). Worst thing ever

01/10

2017-11-03

Otezla

Plaque Psoriasis

I was on Humira for several years, and it worked great. Eventually though, my body started making antibodies against the Humira, and it started working with less efficacy. I then switched to Otezla. I once did a trial study of a pill version of a ps med (the only one I had ever heard of at the time), and it worked great, so I was pretty hopeful as I started Otezla. For me, I could literally feel the Humira leaving my body. For those of you with bad ps, I started feeling those pins and needles again. I gave Otezla almost 6 months before calling my Rheum doc and asking if I could try something else and here I am. I'm not scaling a ton, but I'm constantly itchy (hard to sleep). I've tried a lot and some have worked. For me, Otezla doesn't.

23/10

2017-07-08

Aripiprazole

Depression

Worked great but after being on it for 5 years or so I got the side effect of twitching, feet would not stop twitching, moving on their own. I asked my doctor to please take me off.

910/10

2013-09-02

Pantoprazole

GERD

Taking medicine to many years in my opinion.

34/10

2016-12-25

Depo-Provera

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Had the shot two years ago and loved it- no periods, no sure effects. I stopped it for a while and got another shot 8 weeks ago. Severe mood swings, painful acne, sore breasts, period pain and migrains! Spotting non stop for 3 weeks.. Will never take the shot again

12/10

2015-05-12

Meclizine

Vertig

I've been a dizzy person all my life and I just always managed it. Then in the last few weeks, it has been worse than I've ever experienced before: dizzy spells, sensation of spinning. Nothing extreme but enough to keep me in the house a few days. Took a 25 mg pill. No quick relief, but within an hour, there was a noticeable difference. Basically the screws tightened up and I wasn't as dizzy. Then, after 90 minutes, the vertigo was mostly gone. After 2 hours, it was totally gone. I'm still a bit flabbergasted. Did I just suffer all those years for nothing? Cheap drug too. Easily accessible, even over the counter. Only complaint: A little slow to work.

89/10

2015-07-04

Acetaminophen / aspirin / caffeine

Migraine

Kills my migraines, but kills my stomach too. Sometimes I just have to decide which is the lesser evil. Intense migraines trump hours of burning stomach, but sensation of digesting razor blades trumps mild migraines. Know your body and medicate accordingly.

45/10

2015-06-30

Plan B One-Step

Emergency Contraception

3 kids already. Plan b worked for me. First time ever taking it. We had a condom break and I took plan b 10 hours after. Bled for 5 days a week after taking and went to the hospital 2 weeks after condom break and blood test for pregnancy was negative. I totally skipped my next period so I took 2 more home pret tests were both beg. Now 44 days after consuming plan b I got my real period. But mind you I have worried the entire time. Not fun. It messed with my birth control free cycles and had lots of weird cramps. I never want to have sex again. Problem solved.

67/10

2016-04-15

Tekturna

High Blood Pressure

It just did not work for me. So are many others that I have tried in the last 8 months. I do think it's just me because after all is said and done, only calcium channel blockers with their side effects seem to work for me. I am now back to CCB (from Norvasc and Nifedipine) and now Cardizem. Norvasc I used for about 15 years and when it stopped working well, I tried other types like ARBs, ACE inhibitors, Beta Blockers, etc without much help. Then I tried Nifedipine which worked but with bad side effects the worst of which was serious edema that left my leg's skin exfoliating when I stopped taking it. I hope Cardizem which already shows promise does not give me edema and other serious CCB side effects.

23/10

2012-02-23

Abilify

Depression

Abilify has been a miracle for me. For 14 years I've tried to get relief from major depression, and until I got on this medicine nothing else worked. No weight gain a little side effect. My biggest gripe, TOO MUCH ENERGY.

910/10

2011-11-02

Nexplanon

Birth Control

I had the first one December 2011. No side effects what so ever. No period. Had only unprotected sex and never had a worry. In December 2014 got it removed and another put in. Same simple procedure, they just put it back into the "capsule" that your body makes with the first one. Again no side effects or period. We decided to have another baby so January 2016 got it removed, which I paid $200. As insurance won't cover it if it is before your three years. Had my first menstrual Feb. 26th 2016. And got pregnant instantly. Had my baby full-term November 27, 2016. And now January 20, 2017 got another one put in. Everyone's body is different and will tolerate birth control differently. None of the others worked for me, this has been MY birth control

89/10

2017-01-21

Trazodone

Sedation

I love TraZadone. I have always had a problem with anxiety and problems sleeping. My PA put me on 50mg at least a year ago. It was a miracle. I'm able to fall asleep and STAY asleep. Something I have struggled with all my life. I'm also a very light sleeper. But the real miracle came when it helped with my anxiety/depression. I'm a new person. I just recently asked for an increase. My PA was surprised I hadn't asked earlier. She upped the dose to 100 mg and I sleep like a baby. It's been a wonder drug for me.

910/10

2016-03-02

Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim

Urinary Tract Infection

I've been taking it for two days now, I have one more day left to take this medicine. On the first day I got a pretty strong headache and took some advil which it did react to. Second day, this morning, I woke up with a migraine, took 3 advil. after a few hours migraine then degraded to a bad headache. UTI symptoms have gotten better, headache is getting worse. I've never had a migraine before today. The last time I had a UTI I was prescribed something different, I'm not sure what but I did not suffer any side effects.

34/10

2016-11-02

Citric acid / magnesium oxide / sodium picosulfate

Bowel Preparation

I am doing the prepopik for the first time. I've done the golitely and the miralax/Gatorade preps in the past. The prepopik is tolerable. It's only 5oz 2x so it's not too difficult. I started feeling it work within the first half hour of taking the first dose. My stool was clear a couple hours later. I took my 2nd dose 6 hours later as directed. It felt like I was pooping fire. It was HORRIBLE take your breath away burning. I did remain clear yellow though. The biggest struggle for me was drinking the at least 24oz after the second dose. I couldn't take in anymore liquid. My stomach was a mess. I had mild cramping tons of gurgling and a very uncomfortable digestion feeling. This prep wasn't worse than any of the others.

67/10

2016-04-15

TriNessa

Acne

I've been in Trinessa for about 3 months now. I had SEVERE inflammatory and prior to getting on Trinessa. I've always had moderate acne but after my small pox vaccination (required by the military to deploy to the middle East) My doctor prescribed this pill solely for my acne. It took about a month and a half of using it to really notice a difference but man when it kicked in it kicked in. I get maybe 2-4 pimples a week now vs 20 new ones. And the ones I do get are not nearly as big or as inflamed. Even when I'm in my period I get far less than I used to. This was a miracle for me!

89/10

2014-04-17

Clonazepam

Panic Disorde

I recently switched from Xanax to Klonopin for panic disorder. Klonopin does help me get through the day but doesn't totally eliminate my anxiety. I like the fact that I don't get heavy rebound anxiety on Klonopin (as I did on Xanax) due to its longer half life. Overall quite long lasting, pretty effective, but in the crisis of a panic attack a Xanax is 1000X better for getting through it.

78/10

2014-04-01

Desogen

Birth Control

I switched to this from Ortho Tri Cyclen six months ago to help with unwanted facial hair. It hasn't helped and it's made my hair and skin very oily. My skin hasn't looked this bad since I was sixteen. I'm using acne toner, spot treatment, oil-free moisturizer, and a foundation for acne-prone skin and none of it has made any difference. I have constant mood swings and cry easily. I'm switching back to Ortho Tri Cyclen next week.

45/10

2014-02-03

Depo-Provera

Birth Control

I'm 23 years old. I'm due for a 3rd shot the end of this month but I don't think I'm taking it. I've had severe headaches and backaches. My eyes hurt going outside so I have to wear sunglasses in winter!. I haven't had any periods just spotting now and then. I've gained a lot of weight well being on it because I seem to always be hungry. I have no sex drive what so ever. I'm extremely moody. I wouldn't recommend this shot to anyone. I've heard nothing but bad things about it since being on it. And I didn't know that this shot is also used for cancer patients too. I'm going to stop the shot because of the bone strength loss and possible infertility caused by this shot.

12/10

2016-01-11

Microgestin Fe 1 / 20

Birth Control

This was the first pill that I've been on, within the first month I experienced terrible mood swings, and gained 10 pounds within the first three months. I had to get off the pill. Now I've switched to the brand name Loestrin.

34/10

2012-10-10

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

Birth Control

I've been on Yaz for about 3 years now. I was initially worried about it due to the bad media, but I was assured those issues had been resolved and were rare. I was put on Yaz due to my bad acne. Ever since taking it my periods have been lighter, shorter, my acne has lessened (not disappeared), and have gained no weight (at least due to the pill). I do have major migraines, but its due to an eye condition. At first I had emotional issues I believe were caused by the pill and a low sex drive. But after 3 months of use everything leveled out and was eventually better than when I started. The only problem I've ever had was when I was taken off Yaz for about 2 months due to insurance issues.

89/10

2011-10-29

Nexplanon

Birth Control

If I could give this a 0, I would. I decided to get this after being on the pill and then switching to the skyla IUD, which I also hated and led me to nexplanon. I was told by my gyn that this would take away my period and result in limited weight gain. I have had it in now for just over 6 months and I think there have been 4 days total over the course of these months that I haven't been bleeding. 80% of the time I'm bleeding so that I'm soakingthrough super tampons. My face and back have broken out in acne, something I never really had. I have 0 sex drive (thank god because I bleed too much to have sex anyway) and have gained a noticable amount of weight. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone. Stick to the pill!

01/10

2016-05-05

Nexplanon

Birth Control

Worst experience I ever been through, i got my implant a month ago and hopefully getting it out today. Since i got the implant ive been on my period heavy. I would get really bad headaches, mood swings are horrible and no sex drive at all!! When i would have sex im not really in the mood and its so painful, my boyfriend feels so bad that it hurts. I get really bad cramps and im always nauseous and ive been throwing up more than usual.. my anxiety is through the roof.. i was 120 pounds when i got the implant and now im 105.. im trying to gain weight but still losing weight, it does prevent pregnancy really well but the side effects are to much for my body to handle, every woman is different. Im going back to the depo shot hopefully today!!

01/10

2016-11-08

Quetiapine

Depression

I take 300mg of serequol xr at night time with antidepressants it puts me to sleep as I wouldn't be able to however I'm knocked out until the morning if I don't take it everyday I get major withdrawals symptoms even if it's on 48 hrs so will be interesting in seeing how I get off it over the next couple of years but has improved sleep and mood

78/10

2016-11-24

Fluconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

This is the second time I've taken fluconazole for a vaginal yeast infection. I've had no side effects. This pill works so much better and faster than the OTC creams. Itching started easing within a day and was gone within a week.

89/10

2017-09-23

Trazodone

Insomnia

I took 100 milligram trazodone for the first time last night. It did help me sleep but I woke up with a terrible headache and around lunchtime I felt foggy and almost hungover.

56/10

2015-01-10

Oxycodone

Pain

This works great.

910/10

2008-09-05

OxyContin

Pain

To bad people have to abuse medication that other people need. This pill seems to reduce pain better than any other with less side effects.

89/10

2010-06-02