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Sprintec

Ovarian Cysts

My first pack, it's been fine for me. I usually experience a bit of nausea with birth control pills and this one wasn't too bad at all! Breasts are pretty tender and seem to have grown a bit. I love that its so cheap and does what it's intended to do. Before this my insurance wouldn't cover birth control so to me this is a God send.

910/10

2013-07-19

Clonidine

Insomnia, Stimulant-Associated

The doctor put my nine year old on Unichem 0.1 mgs at night to sleep. He also has autism spectrum. I was worried about him taking this medicine at first but he is finally going to sleep and getting a good sleep without waking up. I wanted to know if anyone experienced any reactions I need to look for. Concerned mommy.

56/10

2014-03-25

Oxybutynin

Prostatitis

I have taken this drug off and on for 5 years now. I use it for Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome. It works the best out of anything I have tried thus far. It takes most of my pain away, stops the frequent urination but it does have side effects. When I first started taking it my only side effect was dry mouth which went away after two months. After a year I built up a tolerance to the drug and it has never worked the same sense. The longest I can take it now is 1-2 weeks before it wears off. I usually take it when my symptoms are so bad that I must take medicine. Generally, I take it for a week straight then go off of it. I get withdrawal like symptoms for a day and usually my pain goes away for a week to two months and then I repeat this cycle

78/10

2009-09-08

Paroxetine

Anxiety

First antidepressant I tried after my first panic attack (which eventually turned into GAD based depression). This med didn't seem to help at all. Made me super somnolent yet I couldn't sleep without the aid of a benzo. My brain just felt overactive. First time I took it was for about 2 and 1/2 weeks, hated how I felt, got off and was fine. Second time, a few months later, feelings came back. I decided to try this one more time. Again, worse sleep and just made me feel super disconnected and tired all the time. Mind you, I originally tried at night and after no success with sleep, switched to morning. After a month, I stopped it. It wasn't helping at all. Heard this is most sedating of SSRI's but wasn't for me.

34/10

2015-09-18

Gabapentin

Peripheral Neuropathy

This is the only drug that works for me. I use it in a combination with a holistic remedy (Nervefix) as well as 500 mg a day of Alpha lipoic acid and chelated magnesium and a host of other herbal medicines for various other complications and for general health. I am trying to reduce the Neurontin, but it is very difficult as it does keep the neuropathy at bay.

67/10

2009-07-25

Topamax

Migraine Prevention

I started taking this for a while to help with my migraines. The first two weeks it worked and then the doctor upped my dose to use it as my seizure medication as well. When he upped the dose apparently my body did not like that and my migraines came back, just going back down didn't do the trick. After about a year of being off of it and trying 6 other prescriptions, my new doctor said she didn't understand why they had come back when the dose was upped and maybe that it was totally out of my system we could try again. I went back on it and my migraines have decreased from one every day meaning literally 7 days a week to about 3 or 4 a week, but no soda like others stated and this time I had to quit smoking cigarettes because they tasted stale.

67/10

2010-10-08

Cefuroxime

Lyme Disease

Ceftin is the only antibiotic that cured my Lyme Disease after trying others. I have been symptom free for many years now. I took it for 6 weeks.

910/10

2017-10-23

Cymbalta

ibromyalgia

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia about 1 yr ago, Dr. prescribed Cymbalta, got discouraged at first because it didn't seem to help in the first couple weeks, but then after staying on for about a month, pain was greatly decreased. Not a fan of being on medicines, but without it my quality of life is not the same.

89/10

2012-08-19

Ethinyl estradiol / norelgestromin

Birth Control

Why am I experiencing pregnancy symptoms? And why can't I sleep anymore? Not lookin to good Xulane. I just started two weeks ago..

23/10

2016-11-16

Bisacodyl

Constipation

Please don't take the pills! The suppositories are great though! I took 2 around 4:30pm. Before bed I had a terrible burning feeling in my abdomen. At 1:30 I woke up in pain and went to the bathroom. Seemed to be nothing but gas-the worst possible gas you could ever have trapped inside you! I actually thought I was dying and wanted to call 911. Thirty minutes of this then I finally pooped. Not much, soft but formed. Back to bed, an hour later the diarrhea started. It's 5am and it hasn't stopped. Explosive watery smelly awful stuff. Felt like hot lava. Do not give this to children. Or adults. Never ever take these. I'm throwing them out! I gave it a 2 because it technically works. I actually lost 2 pounds (so far) :(

12/10

2016-03-20

Escitalopram

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

I'm a 26 year old woman. After suffering from depression and anxiety for most of my life, I finally decided to seek help from my doctor and he recommended that I try Escitalopram for a month to see if it helps. I didn't ever think I would feel "normal" but this medication has literally saved my life. I had mild side effects when I first started taking it (gas, nausea, lack of appetite, excessive yawning, and my tongue went a little numb), but they have subsided now at two weeks and I'll I'm left with is feeling balanced! I feel wonderful. I do take it at night because I found it worked better for me and insomnia that I've suffered from for years has gone away. I have gotten my life back.

910/10

2016-04-06

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

I have been using LoEstrin FE 1.5/30 since Sept 2012. I've been on various other BC pills since 1999 and this is hands down the best I've experienced. I have zero side effects. My cycle is perfectly 28 days (to the hour), my period is short (2 days) and light (I use light absorbency tampons or a pantyliner). I cannot recall the last time I experienced cramps, and I only ever have acne in places I touch my face. I love this pill.

89/10

2016-02-02

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I recently had my second Mirena inserted. I had my first one for 6 years. I had a little bit of spotting for the last year or so, perhaps due to the hormones reducing. I had gained almost 60 pounds since my first insertion. But it was gradual and I never attributed it to the Mirena. I recently went on a low carb diet...started exercising and voila, 40lbs lost in a 3 month period! I guess it wasn't the Mirena after all. When I got my second one inserted I gained 5 lbs of water overnight and bloated something fierce. I began to worry, what if I start to gain again? Well I gave it 2 weeks I'm down on the scale lower than ever! I'm a happy Mirena user.

910/10

2013-10-13

Levonorgestrel

Emergency Contraception

This worked both times I took it. The first time I took it in 2014, I wasn't very nervous because I didn't ever consider tracking when I was fertile, so I didn't consider ovulation, just got my period and was happy. The second time I took it, I was terrified. I was very fertile when my boyfriend and I had sex, (unprotected... I know, getting the copper IUD next month). I took the pill the day after and it made me feel slightly queasy. I was moody, and it made me break out a little (I usually get some acne around the time my period starts too). The side effects lasted on and off for the entire time. I think i took the pill around August 6th, and I just got my period yesterday, August 21st. It came about 4 days late, but it works! :)

910/10

2016-08-22

Bupropion / naltrexone

Weight Loss

I'm on day 3 of this prescription. I'm still unsure of any side affects or effectiveness. I've taken adipex many different times, over the last 5 years. I could always "feel" when it was working. This definitely doesn't suppress any appetite for me, like the adipex did. As of now I don't understand what it does. I'm hoping as I increase the dosage, the medication will begin to help with the weight loss. I have noticed, however, that I am very tired after taking it. I'm also taking 25 mg of topamax in the morning, and 25 mg at night for headaches, as well as 20 mg of Prozac for anxiety. My doctor said they were all ok to take together, and that one wouldn't cancel out another. I will update after a month on Contrave.

56/10

2016-05-10

Venlafaxine

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

I'm on 75mg venlafaxine but I'm going up another 37.5mg I'm scared is this ok to do as my psych said that 75mg is too low.

45/10

2017-08-10

Diclofenac

Osteoarthritis

My family doctor recommended this to me along with some samples....wow...couldn't believe the relief. Almost instant. Also helped the carpal tunnel in my hands. No more pain from typing all day.

910/10

2011-06-28

Losartan

High Blood Pressure

Male, 53, regular exercise, healthy diet. Started losartan (Cozaar) 2 weeks ago due to high blood pressure. Dropped the blood pressure first day, but still is high - before taking BP was 160's / 110's , now it's 140's / 90's.Noticed frequent urination - like every 15 minutes. I canceled an international vacation because of this. Then came the anxiety at night. Never had anxiety this bad - ever. Finding myself locking the doors, checking to make sure they are locked multiple times. Slight confusion and short term memory problems. Yesterday bought a $1500 large screen tv that I really did not need and does not even fit on our tv stand. Numbness in one thumb. Dizziness - almost fell backwards off of stool at restaurant. Giving it one more week

45/10

2017-06-29

Lyza

Birth Control

I've been on Lyza for 13 months and my period is so irregular. I once didn't get it for 2 months and every month it never comes at the same time, and I take the pill at the same time every single day. I don't have any other side effects. I wish I could just take an estrogen pill again because everything was fine when I took that!!!!

56/10

2016-02-10

Lamictal

Bipolar Disorde

I wasn't on this long enough to see anything positive, because it made me lethargic, gave me headaches, body aches, and completely sunk my libido. Two other people I know who went on Lamictal around same time as me also had their libidos die.

12/10

2014-04-10

Lisinopril

High Blood Pressure

Started using lisinopril stopping water pill due to night Terrors. BP went down the first week the went back to high so they doubled my dose to 20mg a day. My. Face has a burning itch around the face near the ears, horrible cough all day and night, also none stop headache. I really dislike drugs I mean really..... what's the long term effects? Gonna lose weight, exercise, no gluten, and meditate . See how it goes.

01/10

2015-03-13

Estradiol

Atrophic Vaginitis

I am 67 years old, postmenopausal for 9 years, with typical vaginal dryness but no other issues. No problems with either Vagifem tablets or Estrace cream in the past. I had more vaginal discharge with Yuvafem. After 2 months on Yuvafem I developed vaginal spotting, fever, and a kidney infection! Was treated with oral antibiotics, and within a couple of days the vaginal spotting stopped as well. My GYN has since found a benign cervical polyp and attributed the spotting to that, but I'm not convinced. I have never suffered from UTIs so this was too much of a coincidence. I believe the excessive discharge from Yuvafem led to bacterial overgrowth, spotting, and subsequent urinary tract/kidney infection. I'm back to Estrace cream.

01/10

2017-03-05

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I'm 42 years old and was having irregular periods, had tests and ultrasound done and discovered I had a 1mm sized cyst on each of my ovaries. Was told that cysts are normal and at my age am entering pre menopause​. Just had liletta IUD inserted today, 2 hours ago to be exact. Was very painful, took 800 mg of ibuprofen, and still feel pain mostly on lower left side of back and bloating. I will post again in a few days to update my experience.

56/10

2017-05-04

MoviPrep

Bowel Preparation

I recently had a colonoscopy and was directed to take Moviprep. If you are on antidepressants or have a very sensitive stomach do not take this product. I drank only half a litre and the effects were very negative. Moviprep cleaned my stomach of everything including the anti depressant I am taking (Celexa). My body went into withdrawal and I had a huge panic attack. My doctor suggested I take Florastor to restore the good bacteria in my stomach which allowed my body to once again absorb Celexa and allow it to take effect. After four days of taking Florastor the panic attacks stopped and so did the nausea.

01/10

2012-10-15

Implanon

Birth Control

I had Implanon inserted May of 2012. Once it was inserted, I continued to have a period for 6 months non-stop, which caused some other issues. Once that stopped, I had periods for two weeks, and then would be off for two weeks, and then back on. This went on for a year. Now they come and go as they please. One thing that I've had a hard time dealing with though is the weight gain. I gained 10 lbs in just one year, and during this second year I have gained 5 more lbs. I have never in my life had an issue with weight (gaining or losing), but this has been it for me. It has also given me extremely painful periods. It HAS done it's job in preventing pregnancy though! Which I am pleased with!

45/10

2014-02-12

Allergy DN PE

Rhinitis

It took years to find the right combination of medications for me. Without it, I am a leaky faucet, with morning nausea and vomiting, constant runny nose, sore throat. They keep recalling this. I could handle it for a few weeks but this is year round!

910/10

2010-05-06

Hydromorphone

Pain

Had a headache from drinking the night before. Took 6mg Dilaudid, the pain was gone almost instantly.

910/10

2010-03-13

Diphenhydramine

Insomnia

I split the tablets into 6 portions and I sleep well but I am very groggy the next morning and find it very hard to wake up. I stay sleepy and tired almost all day long. I feel very uncomfortable driving to work in the morning because I am so groggy.

12/10

2016-05-04

Methylphenidate

ADHD

I've been on and off this medication for a few years now. I have mixed feelings towards it. The first 30 minutes to an hour of taking it , I feel a rush and a feeling of I can do anything. That rush motivates me to go to the gym actually. After the rush is gone I feel more focused and alert. After the alerteness has warn off I feel moody and irritable. I'm very aware it's the medication making me on edge and try to control it. I get a bit headachy sometimes and it bothers my stomach from time to time. Always hungry? Not on this medication. Appetite gone, at least for a while until the next pill. Make sure to eat! I would say this medication is addictive and would not recommend it to anyone that has an addiction problem.

89/10

2015-11-25

Morphine / naltrexone

Chronic Pain

After sucessfully taking Avinza 120 3x daily I was selected to try Embeda 120. I took my 1st dose shortly after leaving the Pharmacy. Stopped for a take-out sandwich. When I reached home I started feeling strange...by the time I walked into my kitchen I heard a loud sound like cicadas in the trees...thought " this is springtime, what are they doing out?" Then I realized the sound was in my head. Got super dizzy, barely made it to the bed before experiencing instant, total withdrawal symptoms. And no, I didn't crush the Embeda just swallowed it. I writhed around the bed for 8 hours in violent convulsions, badly hurting my knees which needed replacement. Found out later I was one of the 8-12 % who carry an enzyme that releases the Naltrexone

01/10

2016-08-31

Contrave

Obesity

It's May 13 the 2017 I'm in my second week of contrave, so I now take 2 pills a day I go to 3 pills for week 3. I am a 53 yr old male, I started with a weight of 276 after 2 full weeks I'm at 266. The scaledown program is absolutely great. I weigh every morning the scale sends a cellular signal through my phone to scaledown, they then send me a text to monitor my progress. They give me advise and encouragement. Really beneficial. I sure hope this continues to work for me, I'm really tired of hearing the words morbidly obese!! Only downside is occasionally feeling nauseated, dizzy, mild headaches, but nothing I can't tolerate. And of course the cost, since my insurance Will not cover the medication my cost is $90 for a month supply.

89/10

2017-05-13

Doxycycline

Acne

I currently have moderately severe acne which has resulted in anxiety, depression and generally feeling hopeless and i cannot tell you how hopeful I am that this may be the answer. I have only been taking this medication for 6 days (50mg a day) alongside birth control pill Diannette (brenda) and my skin already appears to be clearing, I am amazed because I have tried absolutely everything including accutane which gave me some horrendous side effects. Initially I had a small break out but these pimples already seem to be healing. The only side effect I have experienced is feeling like throwing up I will post a further update when I have finished the course. But I am Hopeful!

67/10

2016-02-01

OnabotulinumtoxinA

Overactive Bladde

For years I've had to deal with my overactive bladder. I went on various prescription drugs only to have bad reactions, the worse being severely dry eyes causing a tear in my cornea, it did not put me in my happy place. In 2007 I had a bladder suspension which stopped the peeing when I laughed, coughed, sneezed or cried. That change my life but I still had that "key in the door" peeing sensation. I still had to find the bathroom every time I entered a mall or grocery store. I found the best urologist. We tried the interstem. Unfortunately I herniated a few discs in my back due to a car accident. The interstem had to come out in order to have a MRI. I have had Botox 5 times now. It's amazing. now I even get injections in his office & awake

910/10

2017-01-30

Sprintec

Birth Control

I have been taking Sprintec for about two years. The first day of my period is still slightly painful, but the pill is extremely effective. My boyfriend finishes inside of me every time we have sex for almost a year now and I have yet to get pregnant.

910/10

2017-01-17

Guarana

Herbal Supplementation

used only 1 pill (100% guarana) early AM for the day to stay awake, alert, and focused. it worked.

910/10

2016-09-13

Valtrex

Cold Sores

I have been getting cold sores since I was 9 years old, sadly when I was little they didn't know what cold sores were and how contagious they were. Therefore they were spread much more often than today. They are miserable, not only are they very painful, it's hard to eat as well but they are very very embarrassing. People look at you like you have the plaque. I used to suffer for 2 weeks during an outbreak but now I take valtrex at the first sign and if I catch it fast enough I don't even get the cold sore. If not then it's pretty much gone in 3 days. It doesn't get near as big or as painful and it's much easier to hide. I love this medication and can't say enough good things about it. try it you won't be disappointed.

910/10

2015-12-10

Bystolic

High Blood Pressure

I take amlodipine, irbesartan and bystolic for high blood pressure. Amlodipine is the most effective of the three at a maximum suggested dose of 10 mg daily. It seems like bystolic is least effective (nebivolol). My heart rate does not require lowering so the bystolic may be unnecessary. I use 300 mg of irbesartan daily, the maximum dose.

23/10

2017-06-13

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I've been on this for 3 months (before that, I was on Orsythia for 6 months, but my ob-gyn switched me over for some reason). Since starting Sronyx, I've noticed my acne has gotten worse, but I've had an increased sex drive, lost weight, and my periods are very light and short! I would recommend it.

89/10

2015-02-08

Lisdexamfetamine

ADHD

It changed my life

910/10

2009-08-29

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I was on Alesse for about 4 years. Just going off it now just to see how I feel off birth control (if I feel any different). My experience with it was great. My period cramps became way more manageable and my periods only ever lasted about 4 days max. For the last 2 years me and my boyfriend would have sex no condom and never had any scares so it works well! ( I was good with it and took it every night before bed). I don't have acne prone skin so I didn't experience any problems while on the pill. I've been on Alesse since grade 12 so I'm curious as to how my body might be off the pill thats the only reason I'm going off it, and I would definitely take it again if/when I go back on the pill.

910/10

2017-08-08

Duloxetine

Chronic Pain

Reduced burning significantly

78/10

2015-04-03

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

This is the only birth control pill I've ever been on that has really worked for me. No side effects at all (besides mild nausea and headache for the first few days). My mood was so even. The big problem is that my insurance will not pay for it, so I am taking Tri-Sprintec, which has a slightly higher dose of estrogen.

910/10

2013-05-13

Buspirone

Panic Disorde

I suffer from anxiety/panic disorder and I was given Buspar 10 MG twice daily. I felt very light headed and like I had a constant head rush. My Dr tried increasing the dose to 20mg twice daily and with that I couldn't keep my eyes open. I had to nap for 2 to 3 hours. It was just awful. After nearly 4 weeks of being on this medication, I have insisted that I been taken off of it. I am on 5 MG twice a day for today and tomorrow and then I'll be done with it and I hope the side effects go away soon. Just an awful experience.

01/10

2016-03-31

NuvaRing

Birth Control

Started Nuvaring on a Sunday and by Tuesdsay I was in the emergency room with severe abdominal pain, back pain, and headaches. The emergency room could not find anything wrong with me so on Wednesday I was back at my primary care doctor. I was previously on Sprintec and clearly that worked better for me because I had no side effects. My doctor said I had an allergic reaction to the hormones in Nuvaring. It is convenient which would have been nice since I am going to college in the fall and it works amazingly well for my sister. Regardless, make sure that you change birth control immediately if you begin having any side effects because it will probably only get worse.

23/10

2011-07-29

Tretinoin

Acne

I started the combonation of Tretinoin Cream 0.025, Doxycycline, and Clindamycin Gel on November 2nd. I stopped taking the Doxycycline, and I also stopped applying clindamycin after 5 weeks, and only continued using the Tretinoin Cream. Its now been 13 weeks since then, and the results are worth the wait. The only thing that you have to keep in mind is that it takes a long time to work. I was expecting to see clear skin by 6-8 weeks but I was still purging with new acne by the 10-11th week. Toward the 12th week everything flattened out and now all I have is scarring and hyper pigmentation. But with the continued usage I notice that they are getting lighter. So if you are feeling down about the results wait it out, and it will pay off.

89/10

2015-01-29

Qsymia

Weight Loss

I lost 13 pounds in 10 days. At first I was very excited because the weight was coming off extremely fast but my body caught on and the weight loss is slowing down. My appetite is suppressed and I have no desire for chocolate over a healthy salad. Side effects: On the second day of Qsymia, I noticed my Diet Coke taste like Diet Pepsi (I strongly prefer Diet Coke). In addition, I had the numbness / tingling in the face, feet, and hands. After five or so days, the tingling in the feet remains, but it is very noticeable at times (especially when lying down). About day seven, I started dealing with constipation. That may be contributed to the fact that I choose to eat healthy and foods without fats (to simulate movement).

910/10

2012-12-09

Medroxyprogesterone

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

I had my 8th child in Nov/2015.I received a depo shot before I was discharged. I had a quick break between postpartum bleeding and my period. Then all sudden now my periods are 2-3 weeks long. :( I'm on day 9 right now. Still bright red blood with no ending in sight.

01/10

2016-03-19

Oxycodone

Chronic Pain

Oxycodone relieves 85% of my pain and 99% of my fatigue. Side effect, constipation is the only problem I have to deal with other wise this drug works great. I've been taking it about eight years.

89/10

2016-02-14

Adderall

ADHD

I was first diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 6. My parents at the time decided against treating my illness with any form of medication. This was in the mid-90s during a time where ADHD and ADHD medications were very controversial. This led to self-medicating with prescription opioids throughout my teens and early twenties. It wasn't until several psychiatrists continued to stress the importance of treating my ADHD that I finally decided to try the Adderall. And I can proudly say that it changed my life and saved me from a serious drug addiction. I'm now in my third year of school studying psychopharmacology. Thank you Adderall.

78/10

2016-06-22

Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I’ve used Orsythia for two years without any issue. I have a long history of anxiety and it has not been affected by the pill, nor have I experienced any nausea. I take it precisely at the same time everyday and it has worked great. I’ve put on a few pounds but I think everyone should evaluate their diet before blaming the pill, it’s pretty much impossible for a pill to make you gain 20+ pounds unless your diet is unhealthy and you’re lacking exercise. It’s a pretty generic birth control and I would assume that the horrifying side affects listed by previous reviews are probably rare and true for all birth control on the market. So give it a try, it’s not a miracle pill, but it’s not a anxiety inducing weight gain supplement either.

910/10

2017-11-13

Novolog

Diabetes, Type 1

The medicine works fine, but it is in the absolute worst delivery system ever. I can't imagine an elderly person or someone with arthritis trying to use this pen.

12/10

2017-02-06

Bontril Slow Release

Obesity

I am not at all hungry and I too, feel more focused. I do not have the anxiety I had with the Adipex. I just started taking it and have not weighed yet but I feel so much more in control now.

89/10

2010-01-06

Diazepam

Seizures

I was in the ER due to a series of seizures occurring once every 1-5 minutes. Within a few minutes, my cluster of seizures were no more. Long term, I couldn't give you an answer as this was only used during an emergency.

910/10

2017-01-12

Mirena

Birth Control

I had paraguard for four years and experienced very bad cramps during ovulation and my period, along with heavy bleeding. I switched to Mirena after consulting with a new GYN. The removal of paraguard was painless and took less than a second. The original insertion of it was extremly painful. I had it inserted when I was in my late 20s, no children. I still have no children and found the insertion of the Mirena to be no worse than two bad cramps, each lasting only a second. I took 800mg of Motrin about an hour prior to the precedure, which may have helped. I had no cramping or spotting after the procedure and have still have no cramping or spotting.

78/10

2015-05-26

Gabapentin

Anxiety

Gabapentin is the most liberating medicine I have ever used. I have tried Effexor, Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft, Lamictal, Lithium, Phenibut, Kava, Theanine, -anything with implications of anxiolytic properties. Finding the right dosage can be a little tricky, but when that is tuned, this medication seems superior to any anxiety medication available. Side effects of too much- dizziness, fatigue.

910/10

2011-07-17

Loestrin 24 Fe

Birth Control

I haven't used this for very long, probably less than a week, and I know your body's suppose to get use to it however after reading these experiences I don't think my symptoms are gonna change. I'm not sure how effective the pill is for sex because I used it to calm down my periods however ever since I've started using it I get pains in my lower stomach. they feel like period pains and the pill has put my whole mood down. I do get acne kinda normally however i broke out so much on my forehead and I'm almost positive it's from this pill. it's Thursday and I started it Sunday and I've gained probably 5-6 pounds already. it literally makes me hungry 24/7 which is a nono. i'm either stopping all together or switching to a new pill.

01/10

2016-07-15

Vyvanse

ADHD

Just started taking Vyvanse. Before I was taking Adderall 30mg XR and I'll tell you Vyvanse works so much better. Vyvanse stays active until it wears off. The only bad part is, sometimes it will stop working for like 5 minutes and then it will start working wonders again. It helps me get my work done and it helps me stay in control and very focused all day long while I'm working. Before I started taking Vyvanse I couldn't concentrate what so ever. And I would never get my work done. It also makes me feel the best that I have ever felt in my whole life. If it wasn't for Vyvanse I would probably be fired. I'm 24 and I finally get to enjoy life. To the people who made Vyvanse god bless you.

910/10

2010-09-12

Suvorexant

Insomnia

Female, 61 with chronic insomnia. Been on Ambien off and on since 1998. diagnosed with chronic abdominal pain too which impacts my sleep . Ambien worked pretty well, but my insurance just stopped paying for it so I am trying out Belsomra. Took one 10mg tab at 7:30 as directed. Went to bed at 10:00; didn't really feel tired. Stared at the ceiling with a headache until 3:00am. Took another 10mg tab and finally fell asleep about 3:30. Had an extremely vivid nightmare. (I have always dreamed in Technicolor and stereophonic sound, but this was over the top.) Woke up at 5:00am then fell back asleep and had a normal dream, but then was only in a very light sleep when the alarm went off at 7:00am. Will try again tonight with 20mg. The jury is out.

23/10

2015-09-02

Plan B One-Step

Emergency Contraception

I had unprotected sex on 01/08/2016, things got pretty passionate and my SO finished in me 3 times that night. I know freaking crazy. I took the pill about 12 hrs later with a full glass of water. I was fretting for 7 days because the pill absolutely did nothing to me, no side effects. But last night 01/14/2016 I got my period as scheduled!!! Hooray! Ladies relax, it works! It's crazy actually I was so nervous, and my SO decided to "calm me down" with some more sex (I know) I literally got it 30 minutes after that. I think it actually helped me bring it on.Now I have the worst period though ugh but I'm so not complaining, as of now its better than pregnancy pain. Good luck all!!

910/10

2016-01-15

Varenicline

Smoking Cessation

I started taking Chantix on 10/14/16 after discussing with my doctor what my options are as a bipolar. Because I have not had an episode or been on medication for two years we decided it would be safe to try. I selected 11/01/16 as my quit day. 7 days into the medication I really started to notice that cigarettes weren't satisfying anymore and would often get a headache and an odd metallic after taste afterward. I went from a pack a day to maybe 6 cigarettes a day afterward. I smoked my last cigarette on Halloween at around 9. It's been 7 days and I'm still smoke free. My husband still smokes and I'm fine. I've had zero side effects and finally confident that I can stay quit this time.

910/10

2016-11-08

Etonogestrel

Birth Control

I got on this birth control implant in February of 2015, it's been great for me. Like I say, it effects Every body differently, so just because it doesn't work for you, doesn't mean it doesn't work at all. You have to find what works best for you. I've not experienced any weight gain, acne, or anything. However, I've not gotten my period since the day I got it, but not I am bleeding lightly. It's not a full period, but it's not spotting either. Other than that it's been a great experience for me, no problems at all. I reccomdn D to fry it and see if it works for you.

910/10

2016-06-08

Citalopram

Anxiety and Stress

I have had panic attacks and anxiety for many years. This year, I found out that I had colon cancer, got referred to a surgeon and had surgery within 2 weeks. I found that the panic attacks and anxiety, sometimes sadness and crying bouts started as I began to recover and process this experience. My doctor recommended Celexa over Cymbalta because she said that with women in particular, this was better for anxiety as opposed to depression. So far, I've found that the drug makes me sleepy and a little muddled in thinking right after I take it. I did have some nausea, but that went away quickly. I'm switching to taking it at night since I feel pretty good about 12 hours after taking it. It does relieve anxiety and am panic attacks.

89/10

2016-08-13

Guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine

Cough and Nasal Congestion

Great stuff. I didnt get the jitters, tho I can feel a little extra buzz in there. Finally after weeks of stuffiness and coughing I am quiet this afternoon. 10 stars!

910/10

2012-02-10

Implanon

Birth Control

I got implanon February of 2015. Also I am 4"11 100lbs when I got it so I was fairly tiny before. But the day I got it in my arm I had bruising for a whole month. Didn't get a period still haven't. My moods vary from super bitch to quiet and tired. I eat ALL the time but can't gain any weight. In fact I've lost 10 lbs since being on it and I hate it. This thing has made me moody. Have dry skin. I have lost weight and hair. Besides not getting pregnant it's doing its job.

45/10

2016-12-18

Quetiapine

Insomnia

For me, this is the best hypnotic of all that I have tried to date, which includes quetiapine, mirtazapine, amitriptyline, trazodone, zaleplon and doxylamine succinate. All of these meds have their pros and cons but quetiapine gives me the most sleep overall and it's a such a cheap costing med as well. I typically only need to take 12.5 mgs for a good night's sleep. Now, this med may not be for everyone, as it a an anti-psychotic, and it does have the potential to cause some pretty severe side effects. Proceed with caution.

89/10

2015-04-12

Lutera

Birth Control

I've been on this birth control (still am) and I don't think it's doing good for my mental health. I've been taking it for 4-5 months and I don't feel the same. I used to be so happy and now I'm constantly crying and feeling down for no reason. Will be changing birth control because I feel like rubbish

23/10

2016-02-27

Lamotrigine

Bipolar Disorde

Lamotrigine was the first medication I was prescribed after being diagnosed with bipolar II at 32 years old. Almost immediately, I felt more even. As I was titrated from 25 mg to 250 mg over a few months, I was lifted out of a severe, crippling depression. Lamotrigine is my %u201Cpep%u201D drug because it works for me as an antidepressant. I did go manic on it a couple times when the medication dosage was increased and had to go on a second medication (Neurontin) to %u201Cbring me down.%u201D But the two meds together work to even me out. Overall, I think this is a great medication. I%u2019ve had no major side effects except severe insomnia but the second medication sleeping medication help manage that.

89/10

2017-01-24

Chateal

Birth Control

I've been taking this pill for about 2 & 1/2 years now! I love it! My periods have lighten tremendously and Chateal has cut the amount of time that I'm on my period in half! Everyone's body reacts different but for me, the only side effects have been positive!!

910/10

2017-02-17

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

So far so good! Began taking this in April 2015. First 10 days I had my period, but towards the end it was brownish discharge. Missed my period in May, had it in June for 3 days (extremely light), and haven't had it since. I've been on many BCs from pills to Depo, and by far this has been the best for me. No anxiety or depression exacerbation (which was a big worry since I already have them - didn't want this to make it worse). Still have my sex drive (which the hubby was worried about). Only other symptoms I've had are sore breasts, hunger and even though no period I still have PMS before my sugar pills.

89/10

2015-10-11

Liraglutide

Diabetes, Type 2

I've been using victoza for 3 months now. 1.6 for few weeks then 1.8. I had one night of sickness at beginning and another recently but in general it's more like the thought of eating food that makes me feel sick. My bowel and stomach feels a lot like I need to have an evacuation but I've not had diarrhea. As for weight loss I've gone from over 17 stone to 14st 7lbs in 3 months without doing anything. My Hbc1a has dropped from over 25 to around 7.. So everything is pretty amazing. I'm lucky that it's free for me in UK but it did take a few years to get it prescribed by my diabetic specialist nurse. I don't know if there are any long term side effects but at present I believe it has changed and saved my life.

910/10

2016-03-11

Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo

Ovarian Cysts

this pill made me feel horrible to the point I was depressed & had a mood swings. My parents noticed & so did my boyfriend because I wanted to strangle him.I would cry on the days I took the 7 day non normal pills in the case. Thank God the dr. Changed my Rx & I feel better. To think such a tiny pill can change me into a dr.jekell & mr. Hyde.

12/10

2016-04-19

NuvaRing

Birth Control

I loved this birth control at first. My insurance covered it at zero dollars out of pocket, I only had to think about it twice a month, and I never had a problem with intercourse or vaginal irritation. After four months however, I don't know why, but I changed. It started when I cried after sex and freaked my significant other out. It was the first time I had ever cried in front of him, but for the next three or four weeks all I would do was cry and sleep when I was around him. I got more depressed than I ever had in my life (I've struggled for years, but this was different) and I was nauseous after every time I ate, so I just stopped eating. The depression and decreased libido were the main things I couldn't stand, so I got off it after six months.

45/10

2016-12-18

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Acne

I just completed my third month on Junel. At first, it made my skin experience the worst acne I have ever had in my life. I experienced tons of tiny breakouts all over my face, and cystic pimples, both things I have never seen on my face before. I decided to give it time, because many say your skin needs to get worse before it gets better; however, after three months it never did. When I would go on my placebo weeks, my skin would clear, and when I started the pill it would break out again. I would not recommend taking this medication for acne. In addition, I noticed terrible mood swings while on this medication. Many of my friends and family remarked that I was hostile at times. I felt deep depressions that I have never felt before.

01/10

2016-06-09

Tranxene

Anxiety

Traxene is one of the older medicines. I like it much better than Klonopin. I am on the second dose of 7.5. I do not take it every day, only as needed. It has no side effects like the newer medicines. It relives anxiety in about one hour, not as fast as others, but longer acting. It even takes away my sadness, which is probably caused from anxiety. I hope they never remove this medicine from the market. It is a wonderful stabilizer. Hope this helps others who read this.

910/10

2013-07-23

Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone

Birth Control

I have been on this birth control for awhile now probably a year. I love the fact it makes my periods super light and super short. I even skip periods often which is scary but a relief at the same time. The biggest downfall is the fact I am depressed a lot and have zero sex drive. I blame the birth control because I have gone without it for a few days because I ran out and I felt like a new happy woman with a sex drive.

45/10

2013-07-16

Meclizine

Motion Sickness

Works great, makes me a little drowsy. I would not take it if I am driving.

89/10

2010-05-15

Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol

Acne

I went on Yasmine to get better skin for an upcoming event. It was the worst decision I could've made! My skin has never been this bad! My chin is full of cystic acne. Big and red and they leave terrible scars, I have now been taking them for 2 months and it only seems to be getting worse. I also have gotten some on my back, which I normally don't. Also I have had my period now for 2 weeks with terrible cramps every day!! Usually I only have it for a day or two. I feel decrease in sex drive and have felt low since I started taking Yasmine. So far these pills have only been bad for me but I do believe and hope that the side effects will linger off as I continue using them! Hopefully this is just a horrible transition phase

12/10

2016-07-18

Levonorgestrel

Emergency Contraception

I had sex the day of I was ovulating and the condom broke. I took plan b one step Aprox 3 hours later. My period was 2 days late so I decided to take an at home pregnancy test which came out positive and 2 days later a blood test which came out positive. So for me it did not work. May be it was because I was ovulating at the time this happened.

01/10

2016-07-17

Ortho Evra

Birth Control

I have been on the patch for a month and I absolutely love it. It's my first form of birth control and personally I gag taking pills. Within the first month of using the patch I lost 3 pounds. My sex drive is high and my breast got a little larger. Slightly. I had cramps during my week of the patch but I didn't mind. I rather have cramps than having my period for an entire month. I recommend the patch for anyone who wants a form of birth control who don't want to gain weight.

78/10

2011-08-25

Zoledronic acid

Paget's Disease

Very successful. Yes 1st 3 days chills, fever like symptoms, but very effective. 1st and last infusion a year ago.

910/10

2010-07-20

Bunavail

Opiate Dependence

I was on Suboxone for about 5 years when I became pregnant. During my pregnancy my Doc had me on Subutex and then after my pregnancy it was time to go back to Suboxone. My Doc gave me Bunavail instead. Like somebody else mentioned, it said it was 4.2 mg instead of 8 and my addict brain immediately did not like that. And when I first started it, I HATED it. I would take a whole piece in my right cheek and it BARELY touched my withdraws. I had to wait for it to melt, which takes FOREVER, and then take another one. BUT, one day I put it in my left cheek just to mix it up, and I was SHOCKED that it worked! So well that I actually felt nausious. Ever since I've been using my left cheek and have had no problems, besides the time it takes to melt.

89/10

2017-01-12

Mobic

Inflammatory Conditions

I have been taking Mobic for 4 years now. Having a herniated bulging disc it helped me so much. I had an operation (laminectomy) to cut away part of the disc. 2 years later after the op I have the same problem again along with nerve pain. Without Mobic I couldn't walk. I also take Oxycontin to relieve all pain. I hear all stories how Mobic damages your liver etc. I've tried twice to come off it, but straight away the pain is severe along with headaches.

910/10

2012-04-10

Leuprolide

Prostate Cance

I was 50, had my prostate removed then let it go at 55. Had a PSA above 400, my weight dropped to 105lbs thought I was going to die then had 15 radaiaton treatments and started Lupron shots. PSA dropped, I came back to life now I an 63 still getting Lupron shots every 6 months sure there are some side effects but its better than being dead if you have cancer. I hope something works for you.

78/10

2014-03-05

Alprazolam

Anxiety

I was in car accident, brain damage, 10 years ago and been almost since on Xanax I love them they help me daily and nightly.

910/10

2014-01-20

Phentermine

Weight Loss

I am a large portion eater. I eat well but I eat too much and too many carbs. I started Phentermine 37.5 daily on 11/22/16. I have gone from 218 to 207. I lost 6 pounds the first week. I drank a lot of water the first week and I haven't since, so I think that is key to the med working. I was a little Jittery a few times but it passes. Some dry mouth occasionally. Other than that I am very pleased. Hoping to continue losing and hit my goal of 160. I am concerned as my Doctor said 3 months on then 3 months off. Time will tell I guess.

67/10

2016-12-27

Climara

Postmenopausal Symptoms

I am 50 years old I had a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy in April and have been suffering wicked hot sweats. I would sweat so badly that my hair, legs feet, hands and face would get wet...so disgusting. It would take me a while to dry off. I started this patch on Monday and within 12 hours, I noticed a difference and within 24 hours, the wet sweats were gone. I have to keep all the fans on in my house and have an industrial fan that I would stand in front of during my flashes. Yesterday ( day 2), I did not have to turn on a single fan and my wet sweats are completely gone. I only had a headache the first night and now I feel fantastic and normal. I still have the occasional hot flash but it is short and I don't break out in a sweat.

910/10

2016-09-14

Tioconazole

Vaginal Yeast Infection

I started burning and itching after taking a antibiotic. Co-worker recommend this product, said it worked great for her. This didn't help me at all. 2min after inserting the application I started burning more. Luckily I was able to get most of the ointment out, the burning eased after that. I guess this only works for some people

01/10

2017-11-16

Levonorgestrel

Birth Control

I'm a mother of 1 and have been on Skyla the past 6 months. Absolutely love it so far.

89/10

2017-09-21

Citalopram

Depression

Best medication ever I'm on 20 mg .its very important to take the medication for 6 weeks before you give up.most side effects go away after 6 weeks

910/10

2016-07-22

Escitalopram

Generalized Anxiety Disorde

I was on Lexapro for a year and decided to come off because of weight gain. The weight gain was mostly the result of not really caring about working out and the food I was eating. I'm sure that could be controlled with a little more willpower on my part. Other than that this medicine saved my life. I have had several episodes of depression with significant anxiety. I tried other SSRIs and experienced terrible side effects, mainly increased anxiety and severe insomnia. While Lexapro did cause some increased anxiety for the first few days it was manageable and after about 7 weeks I felt great and back in control of my life. I have been off of it for 3 months and my symptoms are returning. So I am going back on it and plan to stay on it.

89/10

2013-11-06

Cyclizine

Motion Sickness

This works for my wife and myself every time and even under the worst conditions (small fishing boat in rough seas at anchor). Take one the night before & 1 hr before boarding then every 3 hrs if needed. Nothing else has worked for us.

910/10

2014-08-22

NuvaRing

Birth Control

I have been on Nuvaring for a year now and it is the most effective and worry free method of BC I have ever used. I did gain some weight on it but I'm a stressed out college student. while I think the ring is great has had some adverse side effects for me personally. I have terrible back pain with my periods even thought they are short lasting 3-4 days. I have such a decreased sex drive and it is so affected and sometimes puts a strain on my relationship, (I have been with him for 3 years so he's been thru the BC changes and has noticed himself)..and the ring has probably made my aniexty worse, I did not have anxiety problems until using the ring, they are mild episodes but still annoying to have. havent gotten pregnant so it's good for that

910/10

2016-05-07

Bisacodyl

Constipation

I normally take Milk of Magnesia and have never had issues with it. It clears out my system well with no issues. I decided to try ducolax because it is supposed to be gentle. Gentle as a bad stomach flu. I took 3 tablets at 11 pm by 4 am I was having severe cramps but no action. By 8 am I was dry heaving/vomiting while everything else was coming out the other end. I broke out in a cold sweat and it was everything I could do to stay upright on the toilet. I was there for 45 minutes before crawling back into bed. Every 10-15 minutes I was back in the bathroom. Then crawl back to bed. The worst was over by noon but I continue to have periodic cramps and diarrhea over 24 hours later. From now on I will stick with MoM.

34/10

2015-12-18

Belviq

Weight Loss

lst 4 weeks lost 10lbs, so happy. 5th week nothing 6th week gained 2lbs Plateau already?

67/10

2014-11-13

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

I had started bc w/o my parents knowing & went to planned parent hood to request bc. I get my prescript. For $9. I've been on it for almost a month now. I'm halfway through the third week, the next week is the white pills. I had started the birth control OFF my period, I started on 10/18 at 7 pm. My period usually comes around the 30th I have not had a period yet. I had VERY LITTLE break through bleeding for a short week, and little cramps the first night. The next day I was very tired and hungry. After that day everything was normal except for bloating which was fine.My boobs have gotten slightly bigger & I've gained 5 lbs, which I wanted to gain weight.also I've been wanting sex a bit more, if some ladies are worried about their libido.

910/10

2015-11-03

Oxcarbazepine

Bipolar Disorde

Do NOT stop taking this medication. I was out of state and ran out of it (poor planning on my part). I realized I was going to run out so I started titrating downwards. The results were immediate, and unexpected. Essentially I went into 'withdrawal' (in the psch world labeled 'discontinuation syndrome'). It was very unsettling. When I finally returned to my home state I had to double my dose for a while to feel 'normal'.

67/10

2012-10-08

Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate

Birth Control

Since I've started taking this pill my mood has been all over the place, I've been crying, and sad all the time, and I'm a really happy person, I never have acne and now I have acne is really bad I feel bad! It's been only one week.

01/10

2017-03-07

Lisdexamfetamine

ADHD

I'm 51-years old and was skeptical regarding ADD or ADHD. A counselor urged me to get tested. I agreed to do it because all I wanted was help. I no longer cared what the answer was for whatever was wrong. I only cared if it worked. So, I did the test and was told I was "off the charts" the highest scores they had seen in years of testing. Today I take 120-150 mgs of Vyvanse daily and it makes a difference. Nonetheless, even though Vyvanse has been very helpful, I still doubted whether ADHD was "real." I couldn't understand why the medicine was so highly regulated. How could anyone get addicted to this stuff I thought? Then I realized people like me don't get high from drugs like this and that's one reason I know it's working and ADHD is real.

910/10

2009-08-27

Bupropion

Smoking Cessation

Part 1: I am a fifty year old woman and I have had weight problems my whole life. I cannot take diet pills as they make me very sick and I've tried many other things to try to lose weight (I'm not very good at this as I LOVE food and hate exercise). Until recently I have never been able to find anything that could help me. So I have been overweight for most of my life. In 2011 I was taking Wellbutrin to help me quit smoking. While on the medication I lost a pretty good amount of weight. I thought at that time it was because I was trying to eat better (again, I'm not very good at this as I LOVE food and hate exercise). Once I quit smoking and stopped taking Wellbutrin I gained all my weight (plus more) back.

910/10

2013-11-22

Zoloft

Post Traumatic Stress Disorde

Didn't do much for me except killed my sexual drive with the wife. After two weeks had to get off it. Works for some but not me.

12/10

2016-07-20