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2,580 | Plaquenil | systemic lupus erythematosus | "I started this med as I have both RA and Systemic Lupus. It did nothing for me and we added Methotrexate, still no benefit. Added Enbrel, no better. My eyesight was beginning to fail so I stopped all of them. My weight ballooned up by 25lbs!! I have found no mainline meds to help and had to turn to Traditional C... | 1 | October 13, 2015 | 34 |
58,583 | Niacin | high cholesterol | "Started taking Niacin-B3 500mg a month ago at bed time. About 3 weeks into it I would wake up with stomach pains with the feeling of vomiting, I also had loose bowels, legs hurt, dry skin and itchy rash skin. Stopped taking the meds instantly and called my Dr. Still suffering with rash and itch." | 1 | February 26, 2016 | 3 |
122,719 | Linaclotide | constipation, chronic | "I am a 70-year old female who has had a chronic problem with colonic inertia for many years and have done the water-fiber thing, eating healthy, exercise, various laxatives, enemas -- you name it. Not only did these measures not help much but I was always having abdominal pain, bloating, heartburn and just not enjoyi... | 10 | April 9, 2015 | 87 |
188,129 | Elocon | atopic dermatitis | "I used elocon cream for several weeks to clear my sides of nose(pigmentation),and it get cured 90%.but I got some pimples on my nose after using this cream,and now there are pimple marks on my nose." | 9 | October 24, 2016 | 3 |
213,237 | Nuvigil | narcolepsy | "If it wasn't for the cost I would give it a ten. I've been taking 150mgs a day for almost a year. With a card from drug co. I only pay $20, but when that card expires I cant afford $50 per month. My doctor just prescribed me Ritalin 10mgs 3 times a day (also probably have ADD). " | 9 | January 20, 2012 | 9 |
51,482 | Aczone | acne | "I had moderate hormonal breakouts and was prescribed this by my dermatologist. He raved about its effects although it was a "newer" product on the market. He admitted that he was biased because he was a spokesman for this medication (red flag - no celebrity uses proactive and no doc pushes meds unless they're getting ... | 1 | November 6, 2016 | 6 |
189,443 | Oxycodone | pain | "The best I've been prescribed for pain so far." | 10 | July 25, 2011 | 4 |
204,307 | BuSpar | anxiety | "I've been on Buspar for 7 days, and I have already noticed that my life-long intrusive thoughts/rumination have died down a lot. I have also noticed a decrease in social anxiety. I'm taking 15mg a day, 7.5 morning/evening. I wasn't on anything before, so I have nothing to compare to but my untreated state." | 8 | January 15, 2017 | 72 |
30,815 | Miconazole | vaginal yeast infection | "Never had a YI until 3yrs ago during pregnancy unfortunately has had them since normally use the off brand OTC YI medication insert and they seem to never work 1st time using Monistat 1 and it seems to be working!! Didn't have trouble inserting it or use with it no burning or itching from ovule!! Its been almost 24hrs... | 10 | June 2, 2017 | 2 |
47,256 | Talwin | pain | "No side effects. Takes a little to ease the pain in right leg and back. Do not eat at the same time you take pill, it has a bitter taste." | 10 | July 10, 2010 | 12 |
76,758 | Lorcaserin | weight loss | "Day 4 on Belviq. Cravings haven't subsided nor do I feel like my brain is signaling me that I'm full or that I do not need that Reese's in line at the
market for the ride home. My main concern is the tiredness, the lethargy and listlessness. It is horrible. I want to stop taking it but have read to "hang in there".... | 3 | June 15, 2016 | 16 |
123,964 | Skyla | birth control | "I've recently gotten the Skylar onserted. Its easier than trying to remember the pill every day. Hpwever, I have been in constant pain since it was inserted and I have been spotting/bleeding for weeks. It is quite uncomfortable and the pain/bleeding gets worse after sex. It's bad enough that I cannot stand or walk at ... | 7 | September 3, 2016 | 6 |
50,789 | Gabapentin | pain | "Wasn't a good thing for me. Was dizzy and fell down three times." | 3 | April 6, 2009 | 57 |
181,878 | Inderal | performance anxiety | "Excellent. Worked from day one for my anxiety! I tried SSRI's and Wellbutrin. Neither worked for my anxiety. 10mg of the propranolol and I am so happy and waaaaay less anxious." | 10 | March 15, 2013 | 91 |
104,438 | Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel | birth control | "I had to switch to a new contraceptive after being on Depo for 5 yrs. Since I was used to having no periods on the Depo my doctor okayed me to take only active pills and never take the placebos. After 4 months, I started getting breakthrough bleeding on and off for the next 6 weeks. It did it's job, since I am baby-fr... | 5 | January 31, 2012 | 5 |
175,084 | Coal tar | psoriasis | "I LOVE this product. I'm 27 and psoriasis just flared up for the first time ever! I hadn't seen a derm yet but was hoing to if this product didnt work. I used it 4x a day for about 2 weeks n it is gone!!! I ran out but will b getting more to keep applying so it stays away. It does burn a lil w open sores, but goes awa... | 10 | November 10, 2016 | 7 |
35,365 | Rogaine Women's | alopecia | "I have been losing my hair gradually for the last 10 years my hairdresser said something about it then I started noticing my hair was falling out by the handfuls so I got a little nervous and bought Rogaine for women wow this stuff is amazing I can't believe how thick my hair is after all these years I don't know why... | 10 | January 25, 2016 | 51 |
191,197 | Actiq | pain | "I've had chronic daily cluster headaches for about 35 years. Actiq is the only med that I've tried to offer near-complete relief. I've been using them for almost five years and they still work as well as the first time. For me, a true "miracle drug"." | 9 | May 6, 2008 | 36 |
224,213 | Levothyroxine | underactive thyroid | "I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in November of 2016. Outside of lacking energy I was happy and healthy. They prescribed levothroxine 50 mcg. Since starting this medication I can't stop gaining weight, I have severe edema in my lower legs and joint pain. Doctor and pharmacist don't think these are side effects bu... | 2 | May 7, 2017 | 31 |
173,045 | Clonazepam | restless legs syndrome | "Worked pretty well for restless legs syndrome, but when I started on it, I also had undiagnosed sleep apnea. Since using it with the CPAP, I have never slept better!" | 10 | April 24, 2012 | 51 |
154,822 | Metronidazole | bacterial vaginitis | "I was prescribed 500 mg tablets twice daily for 7 days. This has been a truly awful experience. Throwing up constantly, horrible heartburn, insomnia, exhaustion, heart racing, sugar cravings, HORRIBLE migraines, light sensitivity
The side effects almost made me give up several times. But I stuck it out and took the... | 1 | February 13, 2017 | 6 |
83,215 | Paxil | social anxiety disorde | "Helps me with being able to go out without thinking everyone is looking or talking about me, more confident and less hot flushes and palpitations, however all I do is sleep. I'm going to bed about 8 at night and waking up at half 7, almost falling asleep during work. Great for people who can't sleep well but for me I ... | 5 | November 17, 2011 | 27 |
49,560 | Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel | birth control | "I'm going into my third pack of generic brand. I LOVE IT. Of course worth any medication there's always side effects and allowing your body to get used to it. My first pack I bled for a little over a month but of course that was already spoken about at the doctors. I'm about to go into my third pack in about a week an... | 10 | August 19, 2015 | 6 |
63,634 | Epiduo | acne | "I do not have sensitive skin. The first time I tried using this product, it drys up my face causing redness and flaky. Now it's hurts so much I have to discontinue this product. My face is so dry and red now." | 5 | September 10, 2014 | 13 |
30,489 | Klonopin | bipolar disorde | "This med has been great. I have suffered Bipolar Disorder and panic attacks for years. It has helped me tremendously. You may need to adjust the amount so you don't become tired during the day but once you find the optimal dose I feel it's a worthwhile medication." | 10 | May 21, 2008 | 109 |
200,455 | Varenicline | smoking cessation | "Smoked 1.5 to 2 packs a day for 30 years. Loved every minute of it, but the cost was getting out of control thanks to the liberal wacko's on the left. Used Chantix for a month and it was easy to ignore the smoking urge from the first week on through. No side effects to speak of from the Chantix, Chantix really worked ... | 10 | May 18, 2012 | 7 |
42,824 | Xulane | birth control | "Nightmare! I was on the xulane birth control patch for 2 full months. I have felt like a complete Zombie with no energy at all. I can feel depression, anxiety and mood swings getting worse. I'm starting to get headaches and nausea which I have never experienced before. The patch doesn't stick very well on the skin. I'... | 1 | November 22, 2016 | 5 |
211,584 | Psyllium | irritable bowel syndrome | "I was told to take this 40 years ago, but didn't like the taste/texture. My pain and diarrhea got so bad I started taking 1 scant tablespoon a day and I have no more pain and only rare diarrhea. I wish I had started using it years ago." | 10 | March 20, 2016 | 31 |
99,034 | Lutera | birth control | "This was my first time on any birth control and I did not have a good experience. This birth control made me nauseous, gave me headaches, caused me to gain weight, gave me HORRIBLE break outs, and even made me sick. I took this for less than a week, I will never recommend this to somebody. I was put on this by my doct... | 1 | August 9, 2015 | 2 |
219,744 | RectiCare | hemorrhoids | "This product really works! It is the first thing that really provided fast pain relief. It is a little on the expensive side but worth every penny since it actually works." | 10 | August 18, 2016 | 5 |
122,378 | Dymista | allergic rhinitis | "Experienced choking, headaches and after using for 2 weeks progresssively worse nose bleeds. I ended up in the emergency today, my nose is a mess inside. Cauterizations two days in a row, patches put on the area that have been bleeding. Now I can take no nasal spray until everything heals. I have taken Nasonex for... | 1 | October 13, 2015 | 6 |
201,960 | Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin | acne | "Within 3 days acne pustules and swollen skin had reduced and not painful in my entire chin/jaw area.
Its a bit drying and skin feels 'tight' but that's easy to handle with applying extra moisturizer.
I've been an esthetician for 20 years so when adult acne showed up I tried everything spa treatment wise but after ... | 10 | April 5, 2017 | 4 |
151,361 | OxyContin | pain | "I have scoliosis that causes sereve pain, my spine is S shaped. its a pretty severe curve. Anyway been to a number of doctors, finally got a PM doc that prescibed a number of pain meds that did not work, I almost gave up until he prescribed oxycontin. What a relief, now we have to adjust the dosage a bit but finally g... | 10 | May 22, 2008 | 72 |
111,306 | Ledipasvir / sofosbuvir | hepatitis c | "I got Hep C from a tattoo back in San Diego in 1975 according to my Gastro Doc. Have had it foir years and just started feeling bad in 2013 I have been on Harvoni now for 8 weeks. Hardly any siode effects and energy level is almost back to normal. This is a miracle drug.
I wish the FDA would approve H-86 for cancer ... | 10 | June 24, 2016 | 16 |
227,549 | Etonogestrel | birth control | "I have had this for about a month now. I started while on my period and just started slightly spotting. I have been fine (no cramps, not tired, no weight gain, etc.). I did notice the day before I started spotting I felt BLAH. I felt like crying the whole day but The next day I started spotting and my mood was back to... | 10 | September 30, 2012 | 1 |
175,591 | Augmentin | sinusitis | "I took this medicine for a sinus infection. Worked great for that but the side effects for me were unbearable. On day 7 of the medicine I had the worst stomach cramps that I have ever had and diarrhea. Sleepiness was a constant, slept all day and night. Had no desire to eat at all. Had chills, cough, fever, severe h... | 1 | February 2, 2014 | 89 |
223,600 | Misoprostol | abortion | "Had to take this medicine because wasn't able to find heartbeat.
It was the worst pain I've experienced. My Dr had prescribed me some strong pain killers and it did nothing. I was throwing up and had diarhea. I was so weak nauseous and in such pain. I was freezing and shaking so much. I felt a bit better when... | 3 | May 21, 2016 | 7 |
61,613 | Citalopram | depression | "I have struggled with bouts of depression my whole adult life. Now that I have 3 children, I realized how my depression spats could and was affecting them. Short fuse, drinking too much in the evenings, inconsistent parenting responses. I am also high strung and type-A, and have a dormant eating disorder. Gave citalop... | 9 | September 28, 2016 | 21 |
56,795 | Elavil | 3</span> users found this comment helpful. | "I used to get migraines 3-5 times a week, one of which would usually be severe.
Elavil reduced my migraine frequency to about once a week (if that!). The migraines I get now are extremely mild.
I would highly recommend this medication for migraine prevention." | 10 | March 10, 2009 | 3 |
196,974 | Paroxetine | hot flashes | "This drug sort of helps with hot flashes -- diminished them by about 75%. HOWEVER, the person who designed the packaging for this drug needs to be fired. I think that most of the expense for this product comes from the overdone packaging alone. The capsules are difficult to get out of the blister packaging. The ca... | 5 | May 29, 2016 | 39 |
127,075 | Metoclopramide | nausea/vomiting | "I got prescribed the Reglan, for my nausea, and gastroparesis, and I only need to take two or three days worth and not the full months worth, it works great, except for one of the minor side effects that I get every time I take it. I would recommend it to anybody who has nausea, gastroparesis, GERD." | 10 | February 7, 2013 | 28 |
45,274 | Fluoxetine | anxiety and stress | "have been on it,for over 10 years,and have taken 60 mgs every morning,its been a life saver for me." | 10 | October 26, 2015 | 38 |
103,291 | Celecoxib | pain | "I have been in pain for years. I did massage therapy, physiotherapy, yoga, ran, walked and weights. Finally, my Doctor gave me a script for Celebrex - Instant pain relief in both my neck and lumbar. It is November 11, 2015 and I am going to celebrate tonight. I am pain FREE!" | 10 | November 12, 2015 | 66 |
168,704 | Vilazodone | major depressive disorde | "It works in my depression, I feel more positive and happy but I had gastrointestinal problems ,and slurred speech people think I am drinking,also sluggish.I received a package from my doctor.Don't know if this effects will go away but if not ,I won't continue." | 3 | November 23, 2015 | 17 |
152,144 | Chantix | smoking cessation | "I should be the Chantix poster child. I smoked 2 packs a day for 23 years and quit like it was NOTHING on Chantix. I tried everything else...patch, gum, pills, you name it. I never had even 1 side effect. I went through a very stressful time right after I was finished with the 3rd month of Chantix and still stayed smo... | 10 | March 27, 2009 | 67 |
109,768 | Nexplanon | birth control | "The Nexplanon was awful for me! The only positive thing about it was my periods were reduced to a few days of spotting. It gave me awful anxiety and daily panic attacks. After doing some research this isn't as uncommon as I thought. I just got it removed and I'm going to give the Paragard a try. Hopefully it will work... | 1 | July 21, 2016 | 5 |
168,057 | Imipramine | depression | "works very slow. it took months for an improvement not weeks and the improvement is very limited, also had semen leakge as side effect after 125mg" | 4 | August 4, 2016 | 3 |
107,787 | Implanon | birth control | "I got mine put in in January of 08. I got pretty heavy periods for about 6 months after. I haven't used a tampon since, mini pads work just fine. I get it roughly every%uFEFF 8 weeks. Sometimes if it goes too long, I have taken a pregnancy test to make sure, all negative. I really don't like people making negative com... | 9 | November 4, 2009 | 136 |
3,397 | Nitrofurantoin | urinary tract infection | "I was diagnosed with an antibiotic-resistant UTI in February 2015 and put on macrobid pending IV administration of a carbapenum and after two courses of cipro. I can't say for sure, but strongly suspect, that the macrobid caused an intracranial inflammatory response that precipitated rapid-onset hydrocephalus, for whi... | 1 | December 13, 2015 | 16 |
34,799 | Minocycline | acne | "I have severe acne and minocycline is the only thing that seems to be working for me. When I take it, there is pretty much never any new acne that comes, except if I forget to take it, then instantly a lot of zits appear.
The problem is that my red marks are still as visible as ever and taking forever to go away an... | 8 | June 22, 2013 | 17 |
167,742 | Levonorgestrel | birth control | "I had the depo shot for three years. I decided to go on something different So I chose the skyla. I was super nervous about getting considering I'm very self conscious but it wasn't as embarrassing as I had thought it would be. The insertion was pretty terrible. It didn't take long but a minute but the pain was unlike... | 9 | January 14, 2016 | 1 |
94,801 | Abilify | bipolar disorde | "I have tried many bipolar, mania medicines with none being the right one, however when my doctor prescribed Abilify it helped majorly in my life. I am on a combination of Abilify, Divalproex and Trazadone. All of which work in my favor. It is very comforting to know there is a medicine out there that understands bipol... | 10 | March 4, 2014 | 34 |
47,384 | Flonase | rhinitis | "Horrible allergy symptoms-total stopped up nose and sneezing and unable to sleep due to congestion! I'd been using decongestant nasal sprays daily thru allergy season which was becoming all year! I started using Flonase one week ago at night and within 2 days all symptoms are gone! I love you Flonase. I'm telling ever... | 10 | August 18, 2015 | 32 |
74,369 | Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | birth control | "I have been taking Loestrin for 14 days now. This is my first pill, so I was very concerned with side effects when I started. The first three days weren't too bad except for some light nausea. The fourth night was absolutely terrible- it made me feel like I had the flu the nausea was so bad. After that night, I've... | 8 | March 15, 2010 | 4 |
4,672 | Belviq | weight loss | "5'11 and 255 lbs started three months ago. Early days seemed like my weight loss was minimal but once I stuck with my diet and cleaned the cobwebs off the bike. Then the weight came off 3.4 pounds per week average now 212 pounds and going strong. Side effect a little dry mouth the rest of side effects never happened ... | 10 | June 24, 2015 | 53 |
4,100 | Seroquel XR | generalized anxiety disorde | "Causes a little tiredness, but completely eliminates anxiety and provides an excellent night's sleep. 50mg at night." | 9 | December 1, 2009 | 100 |
196,028 | Stendra | erectile dysfunction | "This medication worked well for me! 200 mg and I was rock hard for hours wow. Viagra was weaker for me I don't know why. I got burned by a topical medicine cream [FDA is a joke and a half] anyway insurance will ONLY sadly pay for 6 pills a month] sick right? very very sick. Anyway this worked better for me than viagra... | 9 | March 25, 2017 | 26 |
104,691 | Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel | birth control | "Now on Aviane for almost 2 months, I'm somewhat happy... My periods once again follow a schedule and have become lighter. I don't notice any difference in cramping or bloating from before (I usually experience those on the first day and still do). I'm occasionally nauseous in the mornings. The worst side-effect for me... | 7 | February 8, 2011 | 1 |
60,809 | MoviPrep | bowel preparation | "Can't see what the problem is, it says on the packet what it is going to do and taste like. It tastes horrible, hot, cold or warm, it cleans the bowel. What more do you want? Except a positive result after the colonoscopy. Go with the flow and get on with it." | 9 | January 9, 2012 | 44 |
211,857 | Lamotrigine | bipolar disorde | "Still have major depressive episodes lasting 3-6 months. Also, weight gain and itchy scalp." | 5 | June 4, 2016 | 6 |
86,173 | Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate | bowel preparation | "Taste wasn't nearly as bad as past treatments. I just gulped it down and chased it with one of the two 16 oz water chasers. Started working 15 minutes later- so far, three visits to the bathroom of 10-15 min each, and I'm 90 minutes into it. Seems like it's working as intended....thus far, nothing more than a noisy st... | 10 | March 17, 2015 | 6 |
127,755 | Phentermine | weight loss | "I was prescribed phendermetrazine for the first week and it made me feel awful! Bad headaches and made my heart pound. In my first week of taking it I lost 8.5 pounds I weighed 283 when I started and lost the 8.5 pounds and am now weighing 275 It has helped me to not feel hungry all day. but with the bad side effect... | 10 | February 15, 2017 | 8 |
188,184 | ParaGard | birth control | "I had high hopes for this birth control, reading all the effects of hormonal birth control has me afraid to try anything else. Insertion was quick but very painful, worst pain I have ever felt in my life. So make sure you take some Motrin at least 1hr beforehand. Adjusting period wasn't bad, spotting here and there fo... | 3 | December 5, 2017 | 0 |
60,475 | Pyridium | interstitial cystitis | "Allows me to function." | 10 | May 12, 2009 | 42 |
223,559 | Sonata | insomnia | "I have had an erratic sleep schedule since the end of January of this year. I had been taking trazodone and it just wasn't working anymore. I talked to my Dr. She suggested Sonata. I was desperate for a good nights sleep. I took 1 last night. I believe it is a good idea to relax before you take it. I slept for 3... | 9 | August 7, 2016 | 26 |
94,041 | Trintellix | depression | "Took 10mg samples in the AM, nausea and dizziness big problem 3rd and 4th day. Stopped for 2 days. Then took 1/2 pill in the evening around 8PM. A little nausea, sleep was affected but adjusting. But I believe it is what I need. I left the house 3 times on the weekend, answered my phone, went into 6 stores and most im... | 8 | April 16, 2016 | 126 |
92,425 | Ondansetron | nausea/vomiting | "First time I took it I felt better almost instantly- it was truly crazy! The second time was the same but the third time it didn't help as much. However, it helped some and has so far kept me a little less feeling like I'm gonna puke. Better than nothing." | 8 | April 27, 2017 | 2 |
57,229 | Frovatriptan | migraine | "I have had a generally great reaction to Frova. After having bad side effects for years it was nice to find a med that works 95% of the time and without major side effects. There is some light nausea if taken first thing in the morning before breakfast. The main problem is with insurance since it is still a relatively... | 10 | April 5, 2014 | 9 |
124,142 | Skyla | birth control | "Im 21 with no kids, and got Skyla inserted yesterday. Before my procedure I did all my research and was very nervous when I read others people's experience. Before my appointment I took 4 pills of Ibuprofen. I was really nervous, however it was not that bad. The first part, which the doctor measures your cervix, just... | 9 | April 20, 2016 | 1 |
137,729 | Enbrel | psoriatic arthritis | "It worked for my joints but I got dizzy and a headache. I had to stop taking it because I continued to feel faint." | 3 | February 25, 2016 | 8 |
129,735 | Levonorgestrel | emergency contraception | "Plan B is awesome! I really works, i was freaking out and looking for reviews just like some of you now because, i was on my most fertile days when i had unprotected sex, and i took plan b just two hours later and it worked!!! i got my period the next week after that.
*If you have not purchased plan b yet and are u... | 10 | May 27, 2015 | 17 |
16,438 | Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | birth control | "This BC pill is not for me. I have bled everyday since starting this pill and have had anxiety attacks (which I have never experienced before)." | 2 | January 20, 2016 | 4 |
206,846 | Duac | acne | "I am 24 and have had clear skin all my life. I had to change contraceptives and got Implanon. A side effect was one to two very large and painful pimples appearing on a weekly basis. My doctor prescribed me Duac for the breakouts and I noticed results straight away. In the five weeks I've been using Duac, I haven't ha... | 10 | May 28, 2014 | 29 |
2,773 | Mydayis | adhd | "Never had so many thoughts really down thoughts as I did well on this medication. Also, daily dosage only lasted 4-6 hours before effect decreased rapidly. Generic Adderall lasts longer with no downers. This one was not the godsend I had hoped it would be." | 1 | September 3, 2017 | 12 |
164,019 | Fluorouracil | basal cell carcinoma | "I had a small lump removed from below my lip, and was prescribed efudex to be applied twice a day for four weeks. I have just finished that time, so I don't know how effective it has been. I had no reaction for 9 days, then my lip became very swollen and weepy, cracked in the corner. My GP suggested that I put vaselin... | 7 | August 21, 2016 | 22 |
20,497 | Vimpat | seizures | "Vimpat is the only medication I have taken for partial simple seizure. I had never had a seizure until I had a car wreck. Did not have seizure until 4 days after wreck. Many other anti seizure medicines would interfere with my immunosuppressants. I only take 25mg twice a day but makes me tired and forgetful. No more ... | 9 | March 13, 2014 | 34 |
114,894 | Diazepam | muscle spasm | "Had a very nasty Lumbar disc prolapse which was causing pressure on my Sciatic nerve, I was prescribed 2mg Diazepam and Codeine (which I haven't taken).
Ordered to take the Diazepam 3x daily but I've always been sceptical about taking medication, however certain mornings/evenings became unbareable therefore I bit th... | 10 | February 27, 2017 | 25 |
72,032 | Tramadol | back pain | "My personal experience..it helps my back pain for a couple hours, but I just have to keep downing 100MG every 2 hours and I'm not doing that. You get high off of it with little pain relief. My side effects: severe headaches, nausea, dizziness.**IF YOU ARE TAKING ANTI DEPRESSANTS research SEROTONIN SYNDROME** Can also ... | 3 | July 10, 2016 | 24 |
38,422 | Liletta | birth control | "I got liletta in August, so it’s been about three months. The insertion was terrible, I nearly passed out and had to lay and regain my strength for about fifteen minutes afterwards. And the cramps after inserting and for the next couple of days were excruciating. After 2 days my cramps did stop and I felt okay. My per... | 7 | November 26, 2017 | 0 |
19,069 | Chlordiazepoxide | alcohol withdrawal | "Unfortunately I am a chronic relapser and have had many alcohol-withdrawal related seizures in the past. Every time I have gone to the hospital they have given me Librium and it absolutely took away all my withdrawal symptoms. No more sweating, shaking, or vomiting. I have asked several doctors in the past to prescri... | 10 | February 11, 2010 | 68 |
58,848 | Pradaxa | deep vein thrombosis | "Heartburn other than that tolerable after being on warfarin for 28 yrs, love the fact no constant visits for protime testing." | 8 | November 3, 2014 | 14 |
107,220 | Implanon | birth control | "I have been on Implanon for almost a year. I have gained over twenty pounds. I was always skinny before. I suffer now from depression. I have weeks of bleeding and no sex drive. " | 2 | January 31, 2012 | 1 |
176,115 | Desyrel | depression | "I have taken about 10 different antidepressants and always had to stop because of the severity of side effects. I have been on Trazodone for over 6 years and love it. It is the only medicine I have tried that doesn't give me horrible side effects. I had to keep upping the dosage in the beginning but soon found a dose ... | 10 | May 13, 2009 | 170 |
80,078 | Benzonatate | cough | "This is the second time I've tried these for that awful cough I get with a common cold. These do nothing to help suppress it. Both times I've been prescribed it, I've ended up going back to the doctors for further help. This medication does nothing to help my cough at all. Wish it did..." | 1 | January 23, 2017 | 12 |
81,496 | Liraglutide | weight loss | "So I've been using Victoza for 3 weeks now and I've lost about 3.5KG so far which is like a kilo a week roughly. Only experienced nausea on the second day and when I increased my dosage to 1.2mg. It also has helped suppress my appetite and stop me from eating out of boredom.
I was wondering if anyone has noticed a c... | 8 | August 30, 2017 | 10 |
135,440 | Tamiflu | influenza | "I began taking Tamiflu at about the 72 hr mark. They say this is borderline that it can help at this stage. I felt so bad (headache, body aches, hot/cold, cough) that the doctor decided to try it. After 2 doses, fever broke, aches are gone and only slight coughing. Still a little fatigued. Wasn't sure this would work.... | 10 | March 12, 2015 | 8 |
173,271 | Clonazepam | panic disorde | "I suffered from panic attacks, anxiety and depression for years. Since I started taking clonazepam, I haven't had a single attack! This drug has changed my life for the better. I still have some anxiety and depression, but I'm taking something else for those. My only wish is that I didn't wait so long to try the me... | 10 | February 6, 2010 | 36 |
58,804 | Pradaxa | prevention of thromboembolism in atrial fibrillation | "Cannot tolerate Warfarin but only got Pradaxa to cover two months previous and one month after catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation. Had a bit of heartburn the first few days, but no side effects at all during the whole three months. Now after three months post ablation, still getting some atrial fibrillation I... | 10 | January 25, 2013 | 24 |
189,139 | Oxycodone | chronic pain | "HORRIBLE medication. This is my first review for anything but I felt I had to say something. I was on oxycodone 10/325 for years for chronic pain and never had a problem with side effects. Since being on Oxaydo, from day one, I've felt sick. Stomach pain and burning, nausea, constipation, horrible headaches and bouts ... | 1 | December 16, 2016 | 26 |
144,265 | Etonogestrel | birth control | "Positive:
Never got pregnant.
Spotting when first inserted but then no periods for ~2 years. After their return, shorter and lighter.
Don't have to remember to take it every day.
Negative:
Increased appetite. Difficult to lose weight again. 30lbs up from pre-birth control.
PMS before period. Before BC ... | 8 | May 31, 2016 | 2 |
114,134 | Amlodipine | high blood pressure | "I had sexual side effects from Norvasc and it only moderately controlled my hypertension." | 3 | August 1, 2011 | 71 |
170,782 | Quetiapine | insomnia | "I also completely agree with the first review. I have tried 9 sleep-aid medicines, including high doses of Ambien and Ambien CR. The medicines for sleep "insomnia" really do nothing for people with true insomnia. Insomnia is a condition of the brain where your mind essentially does not stop working at night. Wheth... | 10 | April 25, 2012 | 114 |
177,255 | Duloxetine | anxiety | "I'm hoping my comments reaches out to those who like me gave up on medication time and time again as it affected their work outs. As a long distance runner and someone suffering from years of major PTSD and Anxiety, it was nearly impossible to have the stamina to run while on meds. I'd have to grin and bear the strugg... | 10 | March 14, 2017 | 72 |
163,178 | Carac | skin cance | "This stuff is working GREAT. I still have a long way to go but the results of one month of this applied daily has made a WORLD of difference." | 8 | February 25, 2009 | 89 |
85,215 | Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate | birth control | "I have been on tri-sprintec off and on for the last 5 years or so.
PROS: Skin is clear, minimal weight gain (if any). My breasts swell but aren't sore.
CONS: Recently I have a headache for the first three days of each new pack. Over time I feel like it has given me more mood swings than it used to. Recently I have b... | 8 | September 18, 2015 | 4 |
92,312 | Lyrica | ibromyalgia | "I have tried 95% of the other ones. To me none obviously worked if I had to add 4-5 opiates with it to get 'some' relief. I was 'very' skeptical about trying another. Last month I ran out and life was being too busy to allow me to get to the pharmacy. I didn't think 1 or 2 doses would make a difference. None of the ot... | 9 | April 8, 2009 | 20 |
66,393 | Valacyclovir | cold sores | "I'm 27 years old and been a cold sore sufferer ever since I can remember. I've Tried everything under the sun to keep my outbreaks under control but nothing seemed to work. I went to my dermatologist and he prescribed this medicine. I usually get about 4 cold sores a year and since I have been prescribed this medicine... | 10 | March 14, 2013 | 48 |
189,260 | Oxycodone | chronic pain | "I suffer abdominal pain from 9 failed laparotomies to remove cysts and ovaries, im currently on 80mg Oxycontin 5 x a day, and Lyrica 2 x 450mg daily also for nerve damage this just takes the edge off it could be better but will try patch maybe all i need.....i suffer spinal probs as well neck as knees.......im a walki... | 10 | October 20, 2013 | 63 |
37,202 | Vyvanse | adhd | "Tolerance builds slower than Adderall and other instant release stimulants, but still builds fast. Lasts a good 12-14 hours as well, just make sure you don't take more than you should because when your tolerance builds you're pretty much done with." | 10 | May 1, 2017 | 9 |
48,794 | Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel | birth control | "I've been on this birth control for 3 months and have not gained a single pound. I've actually lost weight, which was surprising. I have not had any side effects other than mood swings for the first week I went on it and spotting the week before I got my period. I don't use condoms with this birth control and have sex... | 10 | March 3, 2017 | 8 |
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