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Testosterone

Hypogonadism, Male

I stayed it after finding I was very low on T. Started at 4 pumps and went up and felt great, a year later my levels were dropping. Doc increased me to 6 pumps and it did nothing. Now he's taking me off it because it seems it's caused my hemoglobin to go way high and at risk for a stroke or heart attack.

01/10

2015-12-12

Divalproex sodium

Epilepsy

Taking Depakote for grand mal seizures since I was 12. I'm 28 it has always worked unless I don't take it. It thinned out my hair, made me gain 15 lbs and makes me really tired. I take 1000 mg a day. It is very toxic for your liver, you really should not drink on it! Working out helps with battling the tiredness. Hoping to switch to Lamictal again. I hate the side effects but it works great for grand mal seizures!

67/10

2014-03-14

Biaxin

Bronchitis

Biaxin was prescribed for bronchitis 500mg 2x daily. I have experienced metallic taste since the first pill. I am tired and have experienced a soreness on my right side. I have experienced soreness on my right side from other antibiotics as well (not all antibiotics), so perhaps this is a rare sensitivity on my part.

23/10

2011-04-08

Concerta

ADHD

I have been taking Concerta for (ADHD) about 3 months now. The effects have been both positive and negative. I started off with 36 mg and my grades were increasing rapidly, and I was more focused, but I started to become more antisocial, angry, I didn't have an appetite, I had sleeping problems and depression. Then about two weeks ago I switched to 54 mg due to lack of focus, and my stomach has been troubling me. I'm having twitching problems, and I am hearing voices.

67/10

2012-11-14

Xanax

Anxiety

I have two small children and it can be a lot to deal with on a daily basis. My doctor prescribed 1mg twice a day and it has helped tremendously with taking care of my daily activities and not being so stressed out all the time. I would say to anybody with a problem with stress or raising small kids it definitely helps make things a lot more bearable.

910/10

2011-06-28

Tioconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

THE WORST itching I've ever experienced in my life, and in the worst place possible. Resisting the urge to scratch at myself was extremely difficult, but somehow I managed by holding a hot wash cloth to the area. It itched and burned for about 2 hours before it randomly subsided. I would only recommend this product to someone who honestly thinks they could handle the extreme itch. I wish I had read reviews before purchasing this $20 product. Had I known there was a 7 day pack, I would've chosen that one instead. For someone going through this exact pain while reading this and searching for some encouraging words... hang in there! It'll be over soon. Hot water is your savior.

23/10

2015-11-18

Tretinoin

Acne

I had acne since 11 and I'm now 22, but Retin A really helped my get rid of them in 3 months. (I also cut dairy which is what I believe had caused my acne.) I started using retin A at 0.025->0.05% and I am seeing huge difference in my skin. Pores are significantly smaller as all my friends have complimented on how good my skin looks. Scars are going away faster than they do normally. I didn't have initial breakout like most people have. There's only occasional peeling when I don't drink enough water. I do notice my skin regenerate A LOT faster so remember to gently exfoliate your skin (light med peel). Amazing as it sounds, do give it a few months (or more depending on how your skin reacts to it). Going for 0.1% and I'll see how it goes!

910/10

2015-05-07

Abatacept

Rheumatoid Arthritis

I've been doing the infusion for three months now. It hasn't improved any of my symptoms at all. Day of infusion I get severe low back/hip pain & I'm exhausted. The two days following I sleep a lot & feel awful.

23/10

2017-06-20

Generess Fe

Birth Control

This birth control really helped control my periods they are far more light and less painful than before I started this pill. The down side is now it takes just about a miracle to get me turned on, which was never a problem before.

78/10

2014-06-01

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

Birth Control

I have been on Yaz for a little over 4 months and have been surprisingly happy with it. I had mood swings and was pretty emotional for the first 2 months but it really has gone away. I was also bleeding a little irregularly at first but that also went away. The only complaint I have is that it has killed my sex drive and is causing problems in my relationship. I can't really ever get wet anymore which never used to be an issue. For that reason, I am switching to Paraguard which is non hormonal. I really wish it didn't cause me that problem because otherwise I love it!

89/10

2016-08-16

Oxycodone

Chronic Pain

I have been on strong pain medication since 2006 due to 13 spinal surgeries. Fentanyl, MS Contin, Roxicodone, were all effective at 1 point, but side effects and tolerance levels caused me to switch to Oxycontin 40mg 3 times a day, with Roxicodone for break through pain. Finding the correct dosage to avoid withdrawal symptoms was difficult, but finally my body has adjusted. First time in a VERY long time I am almost pain-free, with the least amount of side effects I HIGHLY recommend giving it a try.

910/10

2013-10-14

Xanax

Panic Disorde

I didn't realize all the stress that I had been under. I'd actually experienced a panic attack for the first time at 23 while I was driving home from college. I thought that I was going to die. I was frightened by the entire experience. I went to my doctor who prescribed me with the lowest dose of Xanax in addition to 20mg Prozac. About three months later my doctor decided to increase my Prozac to 30mg. I haven't needed Xanax for months, but I keep it on me where ever I go. Xanax is so fast acting. It calms my nerves instantly.

910/10

2008-11-12

Orsythia

Birth Control

I used Orsythia many years ago and all went well. I don't remember having any issues while using it. It prevented pregnancy, my acne cleared up and I lost a little weight. I recently decided to get back on the pill and have only been on it for about 2 weeks. This time around, my boobs hurt so bad, my back muscles are extremely tender and I constantly feel like I'm going to vomit. So far there are no negative effects on my anxiety/depression. I'm going to give it more time since I had a successful experience prior to this, but if things continue down this path, I will have to switch to something else.

45/10

2016-06-16

Januvia

Diabetes, Type 2

Best taken in the morning. Helps deal with hormone cycling.

910/10

2014-09-15

Frovatriptan

Migraine

I'm been having migraines since the age of 16 so for 31 years now. Most of my migraines are menstrual but I also have them throughout the month also. Frova takes care of them 8 out of 10 times but it does take a while for the effect to kick in - well over an hour even two sometimes. It's the best medication so far. Have been of Imitrex, Maxalt, Relpax, Fiorinal, etc. Frova works best. If only I could find something that works 100% of the time, I would be in heaven/normal. I always have to take Frova with 2 Advils though.

78/10

2017-02-08

Unisom SleepTabs

Insomnia

It works perfect for me to go to sleep. I only took half of the the tab. I sleept the whole night, for 10 hours, but I had a hard time trying to wake up!! I felt dizzy and with Migraine. I read everything about side effects, so I realized that I can't take this substance because I'm taking Eutirox because I have been diagnosed with HipoTyroidism. It works but its not good for me.

89/10

2015-07-19

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

I am on pack 2 of Sprintec 28.. With the 1st pack, my period was exactly on time, on this pack my period came 1 week early. My breasts have SIGNIFICANTLY grown, I experience a lot more emotion (I cry so much), some days I have an appetite while some days I do not, and some days I am extremely nauseous. I have gained a few pounds but not enough to complain about! However, my normal period is 3-5 days, and it was normal the 1st time.. but this time its been 9 days and my period is still here. I'M NOT HAPPY ABOUT THAT. Hopefully next month it will be normal again!

67/10

2012-03-09

Junel Fe 1 / 20

Birth Control

After I started taking Junel I got my period and I've had it for over 2 weeks. It's pretty heavy and I have bad cramps. Hopefully it will go away or I am going to discontinue it.

23/10

2011-03-24

Mirtazapine

Depression

I recently started Remeron after trying Buspar for anxiety/depression and insomnia. I have a dysfunctional family like many others but they are the root of the issues that I started having. Buspar was a waste of time for the most part, helped with anxiety some but pushed the depression on. I now take 30 mg at night as well as 0.25mg of Klonopin. I am sleeping better but as many have said, very hard to get out of bed. It has been only 4 days and I will stick with it as I am not happy, but also starting to feel less depressed, maybe because I am sleeping better.

78/10

2011-07-17

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I've been taking Seasonique for two years. When I first started using it nothing major really changed with my body, but after the first couple of months I started to break out more often and my sex drive was practically non-existent. Two years later, the acne problem isn't as bad, but my sex drive is still gone and during intercourse I am also dry which makes intercourse uncomfortable. This was my first birth-control and I am now switching.

23/10

2012-08-05

Oxycodone

Chronic Pain

Would be nice if you could remove the ingredients that make it time release

78/10

2015-12-20

Estradiol

Postmenopausal Symptoms

I love it. I don't have any problems at all. I'm so happy my Doctor prescribed this its amazing. I will recommend if your Doctor prescribed to you is excellent.

910/10

2017-05-30

Topiramate

Migraine Prevention

Only side effects I have is numbness in hands and feet, burning taste on tongue when I drink sodas and some mild dizziness first few minutes after taking medicine. Benefits definitely outweight these minor side effects. I went from daily migraines to less than 3 a month now!

89/10

2010-10-05

Activella

Postmenopausal Symptoms

This works great.

910/10

2008-08-17

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

So there's many opinions out there about the Nexplanon/Implanon. When reading everything, always know that ALL BIRTH CONTROL AFFECTS EVERYONE VERY DIFFERENTLY- not 1 person will be affected the same way. I had the implant placed February 2014 and got it removed July 2015- a year and a half. I loved it- at first, I had regular periods and then about 4 months in they would come every now and then but be very light so it was not a problem. At about a year, I stopped having periods altogether... but I also lost my sex drive completely. Being married, it is a very big issue to not have a sex drive. I did gain a little bit of weight, but nothing too crazy. I got it removed before the 3 year mark MAINLY because of my loss of sex drive.

78/10

2015-07-14

TriNessa

Birth Control

I have been on Trinessa for maybe two years. I've changed birth control multiple times because I wanted to try something that would give me less periods. When my doctor and I discovered fewer periods a year wasn't working for my body, she put me on Trinessa. From the start I have had nausea so bad it wakes me up in the middle of the night for the first few pills of the pack. I have been getting infections such as BV and UTI's. I have never ever had any of those infections or any problems with my vag before starting this birth control. Periods are still heavy, cramps are really bad.My sex drive is just gone. My boyfriend thinks I find him unattractive or that I'm with someone else and cheating on him. Only good thing, no babies

45/10

2015-12-07

Tri-Previfem

Birth Control

Negative Side Effects: - Diarrhea for the first 4-5 days of taking it - Still heavy flow periods - Tension headaches everyday - Breast tenderness - I feel that I've been eating more (not sure if that's because of the birth control) - Heavy PMSing before periods Positive Side Effects: - Shorter period - Less acne - Less cramps

67/10

2015-01-28

Mycophenolate mofetil

Bullous Pemphigoid

Was prescribed this for bullous pemphigoid. It did not work for it at all, but at least had no bad side effects that I noticed. Pharmacy switched my rx to the generic (I did not mind).

12/10

2016-09-11

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

Birth Control

I wanted to say I had high hopes for this pill. I was on Alesse before Yaz. It was great at first but then Alesse started to make me depressed after 5 months. My doctor prescribed Yaz. Usually I'm very cheerful and happy, especially these days when NOTHING IS WRONG. Day 1 on Yaz I started to have anxiety and panic attacks about every little thing. Day 2 I would cry for no reason and felt anxious all day, if I wasn't crying it was because I was distracting myself from the bad thoughts that kept creeping up on me. Day 3 I couldn't be alone without freaking out, just panic attacks. I can't function like this!!

01/10

2012-08-15

OnabotulinumtoxinA

Overactive Bladde

I got my second round of Botox yesterday. First one was in 2014. I think that depending on your doctor's experience and acknowledge with this medication is how you will get better. If your doctor put to much medication will not be good for you. Thanks to my doctor I feel better.

89/10

2016-04-15

Docosanol

Herpes Simplex

I just had the second worst experience with cold sores. I have had them my entire life. Once I had two of them on my bottom lip in the sixth grade, horrible experience. Anyways. I just had one on my upper lip 2 weeks ago, Then got a cold. (Don't wipe your nose too hard!!) - caused me a minor cold sore, that was gone within a day with Abreva because I caught it soon. And if things couldn't get any better. The next morning I woke up with a fat lip and a nasty cold sore. I suspect it was due to my dry lips. Keep your lips moisturized! Abreva works guys. Trust me. My suggestion?? Pop those blisters and quickly dry them up with a tissue. and put Abreva over the blister for faster results. Think about it-- you're essentially speeding up the work.

910/10

2015-12-22

OxyContin

Pain

I had a fatal accident 12 months ago a, broke both pelvis, multiple ribs, fractured ankle and many more fractures in my body. I use this medicine for the pain and it is 100% effective.

910/10

2009-07-08

Lorazepam

Anxiety

Periodontist prescribed before dental surgery - 2 x 1MG tabs 1 1/2 hrs before my appointment. It was great! I do not remember anything about the surgery and obviously felt no anxiety - yet was awake the whole time. Great for this purpose.

910/10

2011-03-23

Aluminum chloride hexahydrate

Hyperhidrosis

I was recommended this product for axillary hyperhidrosis. The first night, it tingled a little but it was tolerable. Ever since then, i have been using it every few weeks because i fear of loosing sleep due to the irritation which leads up to redness and soreness. And then the irritation feels like a tingling itch which progresses to a burning sensation, enspecially when you try to scratch a little. I would still try it if i was you, its different for everyone. The things i learned is to wait maybe 30 mins after washing underarms at night to apply it and waiting 2 days after shaving prolbably isnt enough to restrict burning due to the high level of alcohol in the product. The less, the better trust me..dont keep piling it on top.

23/10

2015-06-09

Montelukast

Allergic Rhinitis

My wife was on this stuff for at least a couple of years. She suffered severe tiredness, nightmares, irritability, and even suicidal thoughts, accompanied with severe depression! Although it did make her feel better the side effects are not worth it at all! She switched to flonaze and it is just as Good. Please, if you are on this medicine and have any of these side effects,please stop!

01/10

2016-10-19

Ketorolac

Pain

Used Toradol for intractable Migraine Headaches. It did not cut the pain at all.

01/10

2009-02-14

Klonopin

Anxiety

Given the length of time (10 years) I've been on the medication, my doctors don't want to take me off it because of the addictive issues. It still works extremely well if I take it in time (when I feel that an anxiety attack is getting ready to start). After the onset of the attack, the medication no longer works. Even though I developed additional anxiety issues, my doctors don't want to use it for that because it will only be feeding my addiction and not the condition.

89/10

2009-05-01

Claravis

Acne

I had pretty mild acne at age 14-15, but it REALLY hurt my self esteem. I didn't talk to any girls because I was so embarrassed of my face. I started Claravis, and I'm not kidding, two days, my skin was almost completely clear. I stayed on it for three months, and didn't have a single breakout, just mildly dry lips. Now I'm 16 and its been at least 5 months since my medication ended, and I'm so happy. I've had like three breakouts that have lasted for one day and they were most likely from my sweaty face, since I'm a runner.

910/10

2010-10-20

Implanon

Birth Control

Effective. No periods at all. Lots of weight gain.

910/10

2015-04-15

Escitalopram

Anxiety

Severe depression,anxiety,bad mood and social phobia, obsessional irritable and desperate thoughts, always afraid to go out and meet friends, teachers ,family members,relatives and all other social gatherings.A month ago i start taking escitalopram 5mg(prescribed by psychiatrist) (generic)Laxapro is not available here. I am happy to share 90% My symptoms resolved, i felt like my eye sight has increased,everything look beautiful and colorful ,i got unknown source of happiness, even my friends say i am new man. (I am not recomending anyone to take escitalopram. Always consult a registerd practitioner)

89/10

2015-09-14

Isotretinoin

Acne

If your face doesn't respond to over the counter products, you don't need to try everything out there. ProActiv, SkinID, OXY, they are all the same! Don't hesitate to try this miracle drug. Pay attention to the side effects, of course, but this is not just a treatment, it is a cure. I had severe acne from 16 - 20 and I tried everything! Doctors were so reluctant to use this Accutane, keeping it as a last resort. Once they were finally convinced I wasn't responding to anything else, and that I wouldn't just outgrow it, they finally put me on it, and the results were dramatic. Within weeks, I could actually feel the change in my skin. My skin finally felt normal, instead of greasy and painful. I wasn't afraid to touch it anymore.

910/10

2010-06-24

Contrave

Obesity

Been on Contrave for three weeks and have lost 8lbs. I just started taking three pills a day. It took me longer to go up on dosage than it should have,but it took my body longer to adjust. I did have the jitters and did get nauseous when I upped the dosage, but now I feel ok. I definitely get full quicker and no longer snack. I also noticed my craving dissipating. I am training with the couch to 5k, bc on May 16th I'll be doing my second 5k!

78/10

2015-03-31

Liraglutide

Obesity

I have been on Saxenda since about the middle of May, down 30lbs and I follow a 1800 calorie diet. I have been very lucky as I have not had many side effects. little nausea for a few weeks and when I upped to the 3mg dose I was exhausted for a couple weeks. They have both seem to have subsided now though. This is a great tool to learn how to eat properly and listen to your body. It does curb appetite but some of it will return, but just remember that because you are hungry doesn't mean you have to eat. As with all weight loss you have to teach yourself proper eating techniques. If you want this drug to work you cant be eating scrap all day and expect results. I definitely recommend this to people who have a hard time saying "no" to food lol

89/10

2016-07-19

Carbamazepine

Bipolar Disorde

I do feel that this medication works, regular blood work to check levels in the blood are crucial. I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder for 16 years and have been on this medication since the year 2000. It worked better back then, I do have an appointment with a psychiatrist to go over the mediaction as I do not feel that it is working as good as it used to. Perhaps my body has become immune to it.

56/10

2016-04-25

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I heard about Nexplanon from my step mother. I got the Nexplanon in December of 2013. I did have side effects, my major ones are depression, lack of sex drive, and mood swings. I can deal with those. I didn't have a period for almost a year! In September of 2014 I had my first period for like 2 days, now it's October and I'm having my second period this month. The first one was extremely heavy, which is highly unusual for me, and the second very light. All in all a great birth control method.

910/10

2014-10-20

Mirena

Birth Control

I've just had the Mirena inserted two weeks ago. The insertion is uncomfortable and a little bit painful but nothing unbearable. I had cramps for about one hour after the insertion and haven't had anything since. No spotting, not much cramping, totally worth it.

910/10

2012-06-30

Aciphex

Barrett's Esophagus

Works well, can manage most foods without any problems. Note that this medicine does promote food moving through one's "system" more quickly so frequent bowel movements and loose stool may be an issue for some.

89/10

2010-12-21

Tadalafil

Erectile Dysfunction

I began using Cialis a week ago. The third day, I got a strong erection, my first really hard one in more than nine years since open heart surgery. I took another Cialis on the third day and then nothing happened. Seemed to quit working for me. Then yesterday, day 6, I took another and suddenly it's like I'm 16. Get hard if the wind blows. My wife and I are very happy and feel like our life is suddenly changed for the better. Cialis rocks!

910/10

2009-04-17

Chantix

Smoking Cessation

I've been on it for about 4 months I'm also on depression pills anxiety pills and sleeping pills the only side effect is my bizarre dreams like cows jumping over fences its worth the money its like how much do you spend a month on cigs

910/10

2013-11-03

Lexapro

Depression

Tiredness, but so far Lexapro has been the best.

910/10

2013-04-03

Reglan

Migraine

I went to the ER for a migraines I had for three days. I was given this medicine with Benadryl. What I noticed was the nurse gave me the Benadryl first through IV then Reglan. It worked really fast. No extra side effects. I also was given Toradol, it worked as well.

910/10

2014-11-20

Methadone

Opiate Withdrawal

I had a bad injury years ago resulting in a rather large prescription for hydrocodine. So I was like awesome a legal script. Little did I know just how quickly I could become dependent. Soon it was oxy, roxy, morphine, luckily no needles. Then it was all my free time, money, payday advances, check cashing, pure misery to just feel normal and not ill, I'm sure many have been through it. I had heard about a clinic close by and it took away all the daily stress, and saved me probably 1000s of dollars. Hours of time, and supervised help. It was my choice. I'm at 160 mg so it will be a while before I'm completely free, but the progress I've made already is unbelievable I've even told my parents. Best choice ever.

910/10

2017-06-11

Mirena

Birth Control

I was lucky, and was having another procedure done at the same time, so I was under anesthesia when they inserted mine, and I didn't experience the pain of insertion that some have described. My body is confused though, because I was supposed to start my period the week after, and I had just had a D&C for a biopsy, (Which was benign, yay!) So my body tried to have a period, I experienced intense angry mood swings. I saw others had experienced that on Mirena. Very little bleeding, a little more intense cramping, but Advil took care of it. Mood swings passed after first couple of days, now I am back to normal. You can feel the string if you search for it in there, but my partner doesn't notice it during intercourse. I will update in 6mths.

78/10

2013-03-21

Blistex

Herpes Simplex

Great product, highly recommend it for early treatment of cold sores, chapped lips/nose, even little burning scratches on hands and knees of little kids, gives soothing treatment. I use the blistex gel, and carry it in my pocket in times of need.

78/10

2009-10-05

Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim

Urinary Tract Infection

I took one for the first time for a urinary tract infection and about 3-4 hours after taking I had rapid heart beat, shaking, diarrhea and nausea. I took a Xanax because I mistook this for a panic attack but the Xanax did nothing to help and I started to get a strange flushing, burning skin sensation. The sensation happens in waves over my skin, very strange like nothing that has ever happened to me. Called Dr.s office and was told it was an allergic reaction, been taking Benadryl all day but still feeling the effects over 2 hours later!

01/10

2013-10-18

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

Just started taking these pills a few weeks ago. Am on the placebo pills part of the pack now. Period has not started yet. Side effects I've been experiencing: fatigue, nausea(non-stop), slight cramping, acne breakouts(which I've never had an issue with before), fuller breasts, very sore/tender breasts, and my period has yet to start. However, I did have unprotected sex within the first 7 days of starting the pill. So, my symptoms could be signs of early pregnancy or adverse side effects of the pill. Will update in a few days.

45/10

2017-01-07

Adalimumab

Crohn's Disease

Complete remission within first month, for about six years. Then, developed a bacterial infection (lymph nodes) that couldn't be controlled, so discontinued Humira. Infection subsided about six months after discontinuing Humira.

45/10

2016-05-07

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I couldn't handle taking a pill everyday nor could I have anything inserted inside me, so I have been on the nexplanon for 5 months I bled for the first month but my doctor gave me pills and it stopped I'll stop having period for about 2 months and I'll come back for about 2 weeks then go away again. I had one big cramp a week after I started but that was it. I love it and I'm not pregnant it works I'm just afraid I might gain wait I haven't too much yet so I'll stay active and do far so good!

910/10

2017-01-16

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I got on these pills mainly due to the fact that my partner and I are highly sexually active. As of lately not much due to these pills making me moody as well as of course I would get one of the rare side effects. I have vaginal dryness, I have no period which makes me sketched out and my libido is low. This pill just isn't for me I couldn't make it past the one month mark. I feel like I should have shopped out more options on the pill side.

12/10

2017-09-14

Lactulose

Constipation, Chronic

This is the best medicine I've ever used for my constipation. I also have irritable bowel syndrome.

910/10

2012-10-23

Vortioxetine

Depression

Worst antidepressant out there. Ruined my life. I took 5 mg for a week, then 10mg for 2 weeks, gone up to 15mg but couldn't persist because of unbearable itching so went back to 10mg for another three weeks. I stopped taking it because it was completely unhelpful, all in all - 1.5 months with this drug. When I quit it I began experiencing withdrawal symptoms: Brain zaps, muscle twitches, tight muscles, extreme agitation and restlessness, no focus or concentration, loss of memory. I'm writing this review almost a year after quitting this drug(!) and still the symptoms persist. I think that it caused permanent brain damage. If you've been hurt by this drug like me, spread the word! If you're considering taking it, STAY AWAY!

01/10

2017-07-10

Adipex-P

Obesity

I started taking Adipex on 8/16/2015 an my weight was 244.8 now my weight is 238.7. I don't feel hungry but I have a lot of energy.

910/10

2015-08-19

Bupropion / naltrexone

Obesity

The headaches were bad. I've been off this medicine for months and can still vividly imagine the awful taste it leaves in your mouth. Like a gagging thirst. The headaches alone make it unbearable but the truly worst part is irritability.

12/10

2017-07-08

NuvaRing

Birth Control

I love being on the NuvaRing! I switched from the pill because it was making me sick every other day and it wasn't the best thing to experience. The NuvaRing has been awesome! I was a little worried about it at first with being in me for 3 weeks straight and if my boyfriend would mind it, but he hasn't said a word about it being in. I don't have to worry about being sick everyday or missing a dose because I can put it in for 3 weeks and forget about it! it has been 100% effective also, we use no other forms of birth control and I'm still not pregnant. The only downside is that I've started to notice I'm a little more dry than usual, but I wouldn't think about going off of it because of that. Its been great and I will continue to use it.

89/10

2012-11-08

Drixoral Cold and Allergy

Allergic Rhinitis

My doctors have tried repeatedly for YEARS to find another drug to replace Drixoral Cold & Allergy Tablets in treatment of my allergies. All have failed. In fact, every time Drixoral has removed from my regimen, I have gone into asthmatic bronchitis. Needless to say, it distresses me greatly to know that Drixoral is not readily available now.

910/10

2008-06-19

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I just started taking Alesse, but I was using it before. Due to lack of money I had to go off and come back on again. I'm constantly spotting from a lot to a little in a matter of hours. I'm a lot more snappy then I have ever been. I get sassy quickly. Headaches almost all the time.

01/10

2014-04-19

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

Love this pill. I was on it for 2 years and decided to try other ones that were cheaper. Bad mistake! I never had any side effects from Loestrin it was just pretty expensive. But after trying other ones this one is the best out there. No bad acne. Short periods. No depression. No weight gain which was great because as soon as I left Loestrin I gained 15 lbs on my new pill. Horrible! I love, love this pill and am willing to pay 45 bucks because it makes me feel good!

910/10

2013-05-01

Desvenlafaxine

Depression

I've been taking Pristiq for about 2 weeks now. I feel a lot better. I have had increased energy, and a great mood during the day. My doctor told me I would start to feel the affects in about a week or so, but I felt them immediately. I have also lost 13 lbs. I have had a few side effects though. Namely, muscle cramps, and diarrhea, but I believe these will, pass. I am going to stick it out. I have also been taking the medicine in the mornings to avoid problems sleeping.

67/10

2011-03-10

Acamprosate

Alcohol Dependence

Haven't had a drink in a whole week - which is good for me - seems to be working fine for me!

78/10

2014-03-08

Fluconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

This stuff made me bleed nor did it work; so I ended up going with the 3 day cream in the end-clotrimazole.

01/10

2017-09-21

Wellbutrin

Major Depressive Disorde

I originally started out on solely Prozac for depression. I noticed a moderate amount of difference and because of my lack of focus (after a few months of adjusting to Prozac), my psychiatrist gave me the option of combining Prozac with Wellbutrin. The first time around it really wrecked havoc on my GI and I found out that is extremely rare. I took a couple months off of the Wellbutrin and went back to Prozac alone. About 9-10 months ago, I started back on the duo and I have had zero problems since. No side effects and I have actually noticed quite a significant difference when taking it before bed. I wake up extremely energized. I have never been on Wellbutrin alone, but I can safely say this combination has been fantastic in the AM/PM.

78/10

2015-12-02

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

I'm 31. Just finish 3rd month of Loestrin. Severely tender breasts 3 weeks out of the month. Major mood swings and depression during 3rd week of the month. Headaches got worse over course of 3 months. Tiny bit of weight gain, no acne and almost no period, they only last about 2 days. Doctor switched me to Loseasonique because of the mood swings.

56/10

2010-12-17

Valacyclovir

Herpes Simplex, Suppression

I've had HSV-1 (Cold Sores) for the past 10 years with a flare-up, in what seems, every 3-4 years so daily prevention was never a big deal to me. At first I'd just hit it with some Abreva and toss a bandaid to cover the unsightliness and in a about 3 weeks, it would go away. My last flare-up, I went to the medic who got me some Acyclovir. Honestly, taking acyclovir did seem to shorten the duration but my sores still lasted 2 weeks. This recent flare-up my doc prescribed me 1 gram of Valtrex, & the blisters appear to be healing after day 3, not week 3. Awesome stuff.

78/10

2016-09-16

Ziana

Acne

So I began using ziana in the beginning of December 2014. Just as the others said, my skin did go through a purging process for about 2 months and a half. Almost coming to the end of the third month, I began seeing some of my acne disappear from areas I had always broken out in. Around March (4 month mark) my skin had drastically improved. However, the only side effect is my face is super oily even when I wash it in the morning, it starts to produce oil hours later. In my opinion, this is a small price to pay for clear skin. My advice to new users, stick with it no matter how awful it may seem! This medicine performed miracles for me

78/10

2015-08-24

Cephalexin

Bladder Infection

I usually never have side effects from antibiotics, but I had moderate dizziness and nausea. The nausea is not bad enough to send me to bed all day, but it does interfere with my daily schedule and leaves me extremely worn out and fatigued. It is frustrating. I have to take it four times a day for ten days.

23/10

2009-02-17

Sodium oxybate

Narcolepsy

Wish I had been prescribed Xyrem sooner! Amazing the difference I feel. The taste is horrible but mixing with Crystal Lite lemonade makes it bearable. Was taking 30mg Adderall 3x a day and still struggling to get through the day. Now I'm only taking 30mg a day. I feel so much better.

89/10

2013-05-29

Phentermine

Weight Loss

I started Fastin 30mg from my doctor on May 19 2014. You need to change your lifestyle not just pop a pill and be done with it. Because if you don't change, the weight will return. I started at 285lbs in one month I lost 25lbs and feel great. I changed myself with habit changes and exercise. I told myself that when this weight is gone it's staying gone, so I change my lifestyle and you can do the same.

78/10

2014-06-26

Norgesic

Muscle Pain

I found this in Amman Jordan while traveling. The first thing I found that helps migraine symptoms. Can't find it in USA.

89/10

2015-06-06

Bupropion

Depression

Did not help me. Made me feel extremely tired to the point I was falling asleep while driving and during class (which wasn't like me, because I'm also on Vyvanse (A stimulant)) Went off it quickly.

12/10

2016-03-02

Saliva substitutes

Xerostomia

I only tried a sample and not very good tasting. Price is around $500 per bottle, a month's supply I guess. Also, Medicare doesn't cover it and no coupons. Not sure if it would help, but it's too expensive for me.

01/10

2017-02-20

Trazodone

Anxiety

Not sure

56/10

2017-01-29

Doxycycline

Skin or Soft Tissue Infection

your skin will clear up while ur on this drug. This drug will screw your gut bacteria so when u stop takin it, ur acne will come back way worse. Avoid this drug at all cost.

01/10

2016-08-19

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Menstrual Disorders

I have used this birth control for about 3 years on and off now for severe periods. I have no complaints. When actively taking my birth control I have no signs of my period. No cramps, bloating, acne, nausea, cravings, bleeding, nothing. Glad I started on this, it's made my life better!

910/10

2014-11-29

Medroxyprogesterone

Birth Control

Oh man. First shot was great, only minimal bleeding. The second shot, however, increased my acne, caused mood swings, caused lots of breakthrough bleeding (especially after sex and during intense exercise) and worst of all made sex painful!!! That's definitely not a side effect you see listed. I have a sex drive but no matter how wet I get, when he puts it in its like a burning sensation and it burns afterwards too. Wish it worked out because I love that it is no effort only every three months

34/10

2015-10-12

Lyrica

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It was a nightmare.I had the worse side effects that medicine had to offer. Its been a month and I am still swollen and been to the worthless ER in Grants Pass, Oregon which is Asante Three Rivers Hospital where they after 5 1/2 hours diagnoised me with shortness of breath.No treatment for the convulsion the swelling from head to toe, confusion,and the list went on.I was first turned away from Asante Urgent Care saying they do not treat patients with side effects from Medications.

01/10

2015-04-14

Gildess Fe 1 / 20

Birth Control

I'm naturally depressed/anxious, but this medicine has made it so much worse. Panic attacks, headaches, suicidal thoughts. Awful experience.

01/10

2015-01-31

Mucinex D

Cough and Nasal Congestion

I took one Mucinex DM at 11 am and coughing and mucous flow was reduced significantly, although accompanied by dry mouth. Yesterday at noon I would have given it 10/10. However, I took one capsule at 8 pm and had severe insomnia and could not fall asleep until 8 the next morning.

67/10

2011-10-09

Cetirizine

Allergic Rhinitis

This worked amazingly. I used to be hardly able to breathe because of pollen. It's worked wonders.

910/10

2009-01-14

Estradiol

Postmenopausal Symptoms

Hot flashes.

910/10

2009-12-02

Amitriptyline

Migraine Prevention

I had been taking propranolol for migraine prevention, but I was still taking Imitrex more often than I should have. I moved to a new town and met with a PA who suggested Amitriptyline. Wow! I went 2 weeks straight without a headache and have taken Imitrex only twice in the past 3.5 weeks. It has been like a miracle for me. The only side effect I've had was some afternoon sleepiness, but that passed after the first week. If you feel like you get headaches every day, ask your doctor about this medication.

89/10

2013-09-20

Subutex

Opiate Dependence

Been on oxy, roxy, morphine, etc., all for 19 years. Subutex works to help quit.

910/10

2013-02-06

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

After switching from levora* to which I had the worst experience for 3 months, gained 14 lbs* my doctor decided to prescribe microgestin, I'm in my 2nd pack and so far I've had The only thing good about this pill is my high sex drive and that's it Other than that it's Headaches Short breathe Ache Moody Increased of hunger Weight gain Blurred vision Light periods *good* I seem to have gotten all of the side effects on this pill, but overall it does the job and I'm not prego. But I'm gonna stick around a little more to see how my body does for the last pack.

45/10

2015-06-06

Exemestane

Breast Cance

This is the second inhibitor that I have tried. Started off great, but now after 3 months am wondering if it is all worth it. The tiredness, insomnia and swollen hands and feet are bad enough. The worst part is the confusion. I go to appointments at the wrong times, can't remember some of the grandchildrens names! Along with the hot flushes and nausea, not fun. Then the doctor tells me that I need it for 10 years and just work through the side effects!

23/10

2016-12-06

Cymbalta

Urinary Incontinence

Not good for urinary incontinence. In fact, going to a urologist very soon to seek help/surgery options for worsening incontinence. Originally went on Cymbalta for severe anxiety/chest pains, never even knew it was prescribed for "leaky" folks. May work for some, but did nothing for me. Also weaning off for anxiety, due to severe weight gain while taking.

23/10

2009-07-10

Lactase

Lactose Intolerance

My 10 yr old son would get stomach cramps and diarrhea every time he tried milk. We tried lactaid on two different occasions a few weeks apart and both times caused vomiting. Obviously something in the pills does not agree with him.

01/10

2014-06-23

Methocarbamol

Muscle Spasm

I have sciatica. It took this medicine a couple of days to take effect on me but it finally did. It's okay.

56/10

2009-08-03

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

I'm stopping smoking for years now, tried everything. And I mean EVERYTHING, and repeatedly. I thought this is not going to happen, ever. Then I started Chantix and it is over 4 months now that I did not have a single cigarette. Even though these urges are still there, it definitely takes the edge of it, and makes quitting manageable. True - you also have to be ready. I just hated it lately, the smell, the whole thing - but was unable to say "no" to it. It is disgusting, nasty habit, and I'm so glad that I did it. I'll NEVER pick up a cigarette again, after all that I have to go through to finally make it. Good luck folks - Chantix works! I didn't even have to finish it all - stopped taking it about half way through the second box.

910/10

2012-05-04

Tizanidine

Cluster Headaches

I have been taking Zanaflex and Desipramine for my daily headaches for about 1 1/2 years. They have greatly decreased the number of headaches and I am very thankful for the relief. I do experience dry mouth and frequent urination but I can live with that. Much easier than the horrible headaches I was experiencing daily.

78/10

2010-04-20

Pristiq

Depression

I started taking Pristiq 50mg for Major Depression, major anxiety, Chronic pain. I took it first day and it was GREAT! First week sleep, headaches were rough but energy was good. Gradually started decreasing by itself as I kept taking the pills. 9 month's later I was still taking the pills but I was dizzy, getting brain zaps, CRS, tinnitus, major anxiety, non-stop migraine for 2 months, bed rest, and had to go to psych hospital. Psych. MD upped to 100mg Pristiq that lasted a week. My whole spine was HURTING and now I am switching over to a new SNRI that I am not happy about. And still on withdrawal from Pristiq.

78/10

2014-02-17

AndroGel

Hypogonadism, Male

I began testosterone treatment in June of 2008. I self injected 200mgs of Enanthate. After 2 months I stopped using it due to painful injection sites. In 10/08 my Doctor prescribed me the Androgel pumps. My levels were at 198 which for a 36 year old male is way low, no wonder I felt terrible. No drive to do anything, including sex, which for me was unheard of. I started out with two pumps but I noticed no change. In 11/08 4 pumps which actually caused a drop in my levels. 01/09 I began six pumps. In the past 5 months I have felt good. I am playing sports again, sex life is better, and I have lost 15 lbs. I have no side effects. Still a head of hair! I just feel really good. I feel like I am 26 again. No regrets. Use 100mg of B6 and more protein.

78/10

2009-05-21