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104,660
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"Lo-Seasonique is a good birth control, and awesome to not have a period for 3 months. I had stopped taking birth control for a year because of migraines, they improved and then worsened again. MD put me on Lo-Seasonique. Initially I had breakthrough bleeding, had never had problems before. I read up on it, and to all ...
8
December 14, 2010
18
35,445
Levofloxacin
bronchitis
"On my third day with Levaquin. Only problem that I am having is insomnia. Tired during the day, completely awake at night. Cough is pretty much gone. I feel great, just need to go to bed."
9
March 24, 2009
33
30,953
Miconazole
vaginal yeast infection
"Wow been taking Monistat off and on for years with no side effects. This time taking Monistat 1 was a nightmare. Like the other posters on this site, I had insane burning and pain; never anything like that before. I was up for hours before I followed the advice of a poster here and took a pain relief medicine and b...
1
April 10, 2017
7
104,417
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I started using Levora after stopping Yasmin. I'm starting my third Levora pack next week and so far my experience with Levora has been great! No headaches, no nausea, no feeling physically weak or overly emotional. My libido is really high and my breasts have gotten a little bigger. I did, however, have the food crav...
9
January 3, 2012
10
59,470
Avelox
bacterial infection
"I can't wait until tomorrow. I took my last Avelox today and unfortunately it took me this long to figure out it was making me feel so sick. Nervous, shaky, nauseous and my whole body is fatigued. I can't concentrate on my work and feel dizzy. "
2
October 19, 2011
26
192,876
Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol
birth control
"Whether or not PMDD is "real," I have noticed that I went from experiencing these symptoms at FULL FORCE...to almost none at all. After 4 months of Yaz, I went from raging menstrual psycho to slightly irritable girlfriend. For this reason alone, I will recommend Yaz to anyone who feels they are affected by PMDD. "
8
December 31, 2009
14
148,294
Norethindrone
birth control
"I am 21 years old and my son is now five months old. I started taking Jolivette at the beginning of February. I have experienced abnormal, heavy bleeding that seems like it never ends, feels like I've bled more than I haven't bled. The bleeding will stop for two to three days then return and last for about two weeks. ...
1
March 13, 2011
34
92,896
Vortioxetine
major depressive disorde
"After 3 days of 5 mg, I'd had enough of this RX. Being knocked out during the day for 1-4 hours, but only sleeping in 2 hour increments at night, with violent/disturbing dreams, even waking with auditory hallucinations. The nausea wasn't extreme, but the overabundance of gas build up was too much for me. My depression...
2
March 4, 2017
25
180,071
Adapalene / benzoyl peroxide
acne
"Using Epiduo and oral antibiotics for 3 weeks now. No change on my acne. Made my skin burn first few days but not now.. Have to use moisturizer now and my neck is also dry. I have large spots as well as loads of tiny white ones.. Mainly on my cheeks going towards my chin and on my neck. I will stick to it for 12weeks ...
3
February 26, 2011
6
141,411
Escitalopram
anxiety
"For my particular situation (which was EXTREMELY stressful), this medicine was just what I needed during the time that I took it. It took the edge off. This allowed me to overlook the pretty bad side effects which were most prevalent during the first 3 months of the year that I took it in: uncontrollable appetite, wei...
5
July 12, 2014
9
18,506
Ivermectin
rosacea
"Have been using soolantra for 2 weeks after an initial breakout at day 2 things have rapidly improved. At 2 weeks my skin is the best it has been for 5 years, I am not only spot free but the inflammation and redness is showing significant improvement. To early to tell if it will have any effect on flushing but so far ...
8
November 6, 2017
1
162,731
Cefdinir
sinusitis
"Cleared up sinus and ear infection quickly with no side effects."
10
April 11, 2017
14
122,738
Linaclotide
irritable bowel syndrome
"This is a miracle. Not only do I have irritable bowel syndrome, I also take narcotics for chronic pain, both of which will cause significant constipation. This medicine works great for both. My irritable bowel episodes that used to rule my life have been reduced substantially since I started taking this, and the abdo...
10
July 12, 2014
92
24,055
Tretinoin
acne
"I have been using tretinoin for almost 3 weeks now. First week was alright but after that my face broke out quite bad. I had quite a few new pimples on my face. Ughh those two weeks tested my patience but I knew that it has to get worse before getting better so I kept that positive attitude and moved forward. Now I th...
5
July 4, 2016
11
92,928
Vortioxetine
depression
"Taking it since one month because of a reactive depression for over a year. I have never taken anti-depressants before and kept refusing although my psychologist urged me to for several months. When the depression kept getting darker: no energy, sad, bad insomnia and constant thoughts of suicide (which my psychologist...
10
January 22, 2017
90
190,959
Clorazepate
anxiety
"I take Tranxene 7.5 2x a day. It has helped my anxiety and panic attacks a great deal. Unfortunately my doctor feels like it is addictive so he is weaning me off of them as he slowly tapers me onto Buspar. Not sure how I feel about this because I've always lived by the rule, leave well enough alone."
8
March 20, 2015
32
200,958
Alcaftadine
conjunctivitis, allergic
"I was prescribed Lastacaft for severe eye allergies. They did a good job at first, but after about a week my eyes became red, swollen and irritated again. After going back to my doctor and telling her that the Lastacaft didn't seem to be effective for me any longer, she prescribed Bepreve. This worked fabulously and I...
1
November 29, 2013
30
16,433
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"I'm only giving lolo a 4/10 because it's "low hormone" and I feel ok about taking it but oh my god my experience has been terrible. My doctor ended up giving me a years supply do to certain circumstances so I figured I had to just keep taking it and hope it gets better but ever since I started its just been the worst....
4
January 21, 2016
5
10,829
Mononessa
abnormal uterine bleeding
"I'm currently on this pill and it is making me lightheaded, extremely nauseous, fatigued, Shakey, sensitive to light and sound, and having trouble breathing, cant eat or drink anything without being completely sick, heart pounding, and diarrhea. Not fun at all."
2
June 10, 2016
9
155,272
Metronidazole
bacterial vaginitis
"I was prescribed 400mg x 2/day for 7 days. I'm on day 4 and the fishy odour is completely gone which is AMAZING! The side effects I'm experiencing are serious drowsiness and had a bit of nausea for the first 2 days. I will overlook the side effects because the drug has been so effective and really helped me. Kinda suc...
9
November 13, 2015
8
100,902
Orlistat
obesity
"This is my second week of Xenical and I have had no side effects at all. I am sticking to weight watchers pro points diet and going to gym three times a week. I have not weighed myself yet but I can feel the difference in my clothes already. Looking to my next weigh in. My start weight was 14st 3lbs."
10
May 27, 2011
79
124,681
Irbesartan
high blood pressure
"I have been taking Avapro for more years than I care to remember. It did not do the trick in lowering my blood pressure alone so a diuretic was added to the mix. I get so tired I can hardly stand to stay awake. I am so lazy, I don't feel like doing anything and I don't even care. I started researching and found th...
4
May 6, 2010
100
102,168
Spiriva
copd, maintenance
"I have been taking 18MCG caps evey morning for almost sixteen (16!) years. It, alondgwith 4 inhalations of 160/4.5 Symbicort, 2 w/the S. in morning, two in evening ,have helped manage my mid-level empysema all that time. Emphysema can and does kill, of course; and it does really not improve much if at all; qu...
10
March 2, 2015
55
32,387
Lisinopril
high blood pressure
"I am a person who worries about adverse side effects and almost passed on taking this drug based on reviews. Sure glad that I did not. In 1-day with a 5mg tablet, my blood pressure readings went from an average of 150-160 over 90-110, to 128/82 with a pulse rate of 72. I've experienced a slight dizziness and cough, ...
10
December 9, 2015
35
33,619
Microgestin Fe 1 / 20
birth control
"I have been taking this pill for 4 years now and never had a problem with it. I read that some people were getting bigger breasts and so wish I was. I have not had a single side effect from this pill. Periods are light and only last 2-3 days."
10
March 29, 2012
8
117,114
Lamictal
bipolar disorde
"Excellent medication for bipolar disorder although I had a reaction to it."
10
June 16, 2011
8
59,207
Roxicet
chronic pain
"Roxicet are not effective especially after taking them for a while no matter how many you take.A waste of your money if you are buying them."
1
December 13, 2016
7
174,665
Abreva
herpes simplex
"I get cold sores once or twice a year, and Abreva has made them less noticeable and has shortened their length significantly. You have to catch them the first day though, or it makes little difference. It skips the blistering stage entirely - it goes from a tingle to having already crusted over."
10
November 30, 2009
25
148,072
Norethindrone
birth control
"I took this birth control for two months. I have a very regular periods each month, which are naturally heavy and painful cramps. Since the pill my periods were a bit lighter. I did have light cramps but not as bad like normal. I was only happy with that part. My mood swings were ridiculous, I am normally a happy pers...
2
January 7, 2016
6
136,308
Prazosin
nightmares
"I started this as a suggestion from my pharmacist since my psych NP was not finding ANYTHING to work for my childhood nightmares. Thank God for that angel pharmacist and Thank God for this medication. Not one nightmare to feel weird about the whole next day and ruin my day! I have taken now for about a month. Yesterda...
10
May 24, 2016
32
166,133
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"I'm 22 years-old and switched from the Depo to Skyla about 4 months ago. The pain was awful, I had false labor pains for about two days. Once the false labor pain stopped, I had to be rushed to the hospital due to abdominal cramping so intense that I could barely move. I was then told that the hormones being released ...
1
January 12, 2017
2
54,459
Bupropion / naltrexone
weight loss
"I actually felt more of an appetite. It didn't work for me."
5
September 16, 2017
7
192,012
Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol
birth control
"I am almost 25 years old and have been taking Yaz or Beyaz for the past 4 years. I was diagnosed with endometriosis when I was 14 and have tried various other birth controls with no relief of my endometriosis. When my doctor prescribed Yaz I was hesitant at first because of the commercials talking about blood clots bu...
10
March 22, 2017
16
206,791
Duac
acne
"Face has become very red, itchy, dry and sore. Skin looks worse!"
1
February 7, 2016
8
230,604
Depo-Provera
birth control
"I have been on Depo-Provera for 4 shots (1 year) and I have had relatively little side effects. Before Depo I was on regular Ortho-Tricyclen pills and Ortho Lo. On both previous methods I definitely gained weight (at least 5-10 pounds) and was moody with total lack of libido. I also got headaches a lot - not really ba...
8
August 3, 2011
5
3,156
Nitrofurantoin
urinary tract infection
"I've taken exactly 4 pills and I will not take one more ... no fever or chills but I have a rash all over my body. I have never been allergic to anything in my life and now this rash is horrible back legs arms stomach. It's itchy and just plain annoying! Also my urine had cleared up before taking these pills now it's ...
1
January 2, 2017
4
188,580
ParaGard
birth control
"I had ParaGard put in on March 28 of this year. It is now October and I could not be more pleased with this birth control. After deciding that I no longer wanted to use the pill, I tried other options such as the arm implant and the patch, neither of which worked for me because they made me fat, emotional, and took aw...
10
October 12, 2016
22
98,057
Nexplanon
birth control
"So I've had this since the end of January 2015 its now almost September. I've literally had 2 periods however the spotting hasn't stopped yet. I'm not pregnant but thats because I can't have sex. The doctor keeps telling me its normal but me and my man are so frustrated sexually and emotionally. Thinking if having it ...
1
August 31, 2015
8
75,247
Vistaril
anxiety
"I was instructed to take this as needed for anxiety, however, it never helped. Which surprised my providers. I went through multiple doses before I was finally able to stop it and switch to a much more effective medication."
1
November 3, 2016
42
14,224
Myrbetriq
overactive bladde
"I have been taking this medication for 30 days; and it works. I have actually slept through the night, at least once; without getting up to pee. Plus, no dry mouth side effects. No longer getting up 3-4 times a night to pee. Works great; but is expensive."
9
August 7, 2013
94
18,297
Embeda
pain
"I have L4 & L5 degenerated bone to bone with spurs and stenosis. Definitive nerve damage down both legs. Doctor started me on hydrocodone 10 mg x4 plus Soma 350mg x3/day. Put me on 20/1.2 Embeda for 4 months, then upped dose to 50/2.0 mg. Very seldom do I take Vicodin or Soma anymore. I can actually work at my job as...
9
February 9, 2011
53
149,801
Mirena
birth control
"I'm 33 and married and I like many of you was very nervous about the Mirena. I had been using the mini pill for almost 2 years because I was still nursing, but I was tired of taking pills so I decided the Mirena would be best long term because I do not want anymore children. I have 2. So about a month ago I got it....
10
September 4, 2011
0
204,012
Suvorexant
insomnia
"Belsomra didn't do anything for my insomnia. I was so hopeful because Ambien was causing me to lose my short-term memory. But Belsomra turned out to be unhelpful."
1
June 8, 2015
31
149,228
Mirena
birth control
"I've had the Mirena for about two months and I couldn't be happier. Insertion was painful, but it only lasted a couple of minutes. No side effects, no babies!"
10
April 21, 2015
15
116,156
Nexplanon
birth control
"I liked the implant because I normally have horrible side effects from birth control pills. I had no changes in mood or side effects except for one. I would not stop bleeding. I fluctuated between heavy and light flow but it never stopped. I had it in for a year... never stopped. If it weren't for this horrible ...
2
November 20, 2015
3
184,185
Hydroxyzine
sedation
"After struggling with high anxiety and panic attacks for a few months, I developed insomnia, which was another stressor. I didn't want to try Ambien, so my doctor suggested hydroxyzine (Atarax). I was reluctant, but finally tried it after another month of not sleeping well. It worked! I take 12.5mg or 25mg (low dose, ...
9
March 8, 2016
43
168,475
Monistat 7
vaginal yeast infection
"HOLY MOLY! just like everyone else I read these reviews . After I inserted this I felt like it burst into flames. It started with mild itching/burning but as I read these experiences it hit me full force like a furnace. I will eat yogurt FOREVER and garlic everyday if it will keep me away from this product. I laughed...
2
January 6, 2016
6
210,295
Linzess
irritable bowel syndrome
"Taken Linzess (145mg) for about 7 months now. I think what people need to know is that you can experiment with the dosing of it. My doctor prescribed it for me because I've suffered with IBS-C since my early 20s -17ys. Like others, it caused a lot of loose stool at first, but it does get better. I also found that ...
9
January 29, 2015
59
46,465
Modafinil
narcolepsy
"I was diagnosed with Narcolepsy when I was 17 and still in high school. That was about 14 years ago. Out of those 14 years, ten of them have been spent on Provigil. It has obviously worked for me. I take 200mg 3 x a day - One in the morning and two at lunchtime. I haven't had any side effects, other than not being rea...
10
January 31, 2009
40
121,287
Venlafaxine
depression
"Effexor XR really has been working wonders on my life. It has relieved me of a lot of my depression while still giving me my energy, unlike SSRIs. If weight gain is a problem for you and you have depression, definitely try an SNRI first. As you may or may not know, Wellbutrin is another antidepressant that is supposed...
9
June 28, 2016
66
108,795
Nexplanon
birth control
"Well I’m on Nexapalon currently and it has been a long road. I've been on it for almost 3 years now. I’m surely thinking about getting off due to constant pain & constant weight gain. I don’t feel like myself & ever since I got on it my whole mood & everything has changed . I LOVE not having a menstrual cycle but the...
3
October 2, 2017
1
79,600
Benzoyl peroxide / hydrocortisone
acne
"I use Vanoxide after I have been around animals such as visiting dogs or cats....it must be an allergy to animals that give me occasional acne like issues. It stops the small breakout that doesn't go away. My face doesn't itch and feels good."
10
November 16, 2010
0
207,120
Quillivant XR
adhd
"I have Bipolar I disorder along with PTSD and ADHD. I am a rapid cycler which means im all over the place and I need to have a strict medication schedule in order to remain stable. Being on any stimulant medications, like even a steroid for inflammation, can make me manic. After spending years trying to stabilize my c...
10
September 13, 2016
15
156,485
Dulaglutide
diabetes, type 2
"I am on my 2nd dose, and no side effects at all. I haven't lost interest in food, like I was hoping because I need to lose weight. I have not been sick or anything, and my daily readings have not gone down by much. I almost wonder if its really getting inside of me when i inject it (Being funny there). I hope it st...
5
July 7, 2017
8
197,985
Metoprolol
migraine prevention
"I am so happy to have found a medication that prevents migraines, lowers my blood pressure and curbs anxiety. I was having 20 to 25 migraine days a month. So far I've only had two mild headaches that were easily treated with two ibuprofen. I feel like I have my life back. I highly recommend it."
10
October 13, 2015
31
115,303
Propofol
anesthesia
"I'm age 52, it was my first colonoscopy and I was nervous. There is a slight stinging sensation at the IV site when they first start the med (not bad at all). The anesthesiologist said "good night" and I was OUT. I didn't hear or know anything until I opened my eyes in recovery and asked if we'd started yet. Within 20...
10
April 25, 2017
11
225,168
Bupropion
adhd
"Well I'm halfway through week 2 and I am absolutely loving my life right now. I lost my job in October and my wife in the same month. I was severely depressed and experienced major anxiety as well. Today (1 week and 3 days in) I'm laughing, being funny feeling awesome. I also used to abuse alcohol. I started to d...
8
February 3, 2016
46
76,570
Lorcaserin
weight loss
"This is my third week on Belviq and I'm happy to say I am down 9 pounds. My goal is to loss 10 pounds the first month to justify spending another $263. Looks like I will be able to purchase another month's supply. Got 20 pounds to go."
9
May 9, 2017
19
189,537
Oxycodone
pain
"A very effective pain medicine compared to what is out there."
9
March 26, 2011
3
85,888
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
birth control
"This is my first birth control I have ever taken. I am 28. I am on it due to severe Endometriosis. I am on my 4th pack in the first week in. My periods went from having severe bleeding with large clots, and mucus for 8 days, to now having lighter period with few clots for 5-6 days. I noticed the first packet I was nau...
10
June 18, 2013
20
39,206
Contrave
obesity
"I started Contrave on a Sunday. That Tuesday, I woke up with a weird sensation. I felt like I was going to pass out. I felt my heart beating really fast, and we pulled out our blood pressure machine. It was 200/160! So, off the hospital I went. Went to ER, and they did all the tests, and it came back clean. Doc...
1
April 15, 2017
12
188,258
Paromomycin
dientamoeba fragilis
"Recently diagnosed with D Fragilis, had IBS-like symptoms for 20 years. Took medication twice, 6 months apart. First time did not clear parasite and symptoms returned a week after finishing medication. Second time, now free of IBS-like symptoms 2 weeks after finishing medication."
10
March 8, 2016
4
193,653
Symbicort
copd, maintenance
"Had tried Advair and one other inhaler and didn't do anything. Was using albuterol when needed (2-3 times a day). Doctor put me on Symbicort and had immediate relief. Only take 2 puffs in the morning and set for the day. No side effects yet (4 weeks). Hopefully it will continue to work on my COPD. "
9
October 31, 2010
86
59,802
NuvaRing
birth control
"I just took mine out. I had irregular periods, always bled after or during sex, and I just genuinely feel like it really was messing with my whole reproductive system! No sex drive either, as in I could never have sex again while on this drug and I'd be fine."
4
April 19, 2016
3
70,327
Zofran
nausea/vomiting
"I'm 32 weeks 5 days pregnant. Was admitted into maternity yesterday after throwing up every few minutes all yesterday morning. They have me fluids and Gravol but that only made me drowsy, and did nothing for the throwing up so they decided to give me the Zofran. It started working as soon as it was into my body. It's ...
10
February 1, 2015
32
148,520
Mirena
birth control
"My experience has been horrible I've had it in for 5 months and haven't stopped​ bleeding I wouldn't recommend anyone to ever get the mirena and the cramps hurt so bad in my stomach and in my back"
1
May 12, 2017
6
15,333
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"The absolute WORST medicine I've ever taken. I haven't seen a single good review on this, and now I'm wishing I would have read these sooner. Every single one of them is true, there's a reason this is rated 2/10. I wouldn't have given it a 1 if it gave me a choice for 0. I was seeing double for weeks, and thinking tha...
1
February 28, 2017
1
15,953
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"This was my first BC as well, after being on this pill for 3 months my periods were more painful. I also noticed my sex drive went down as well as my energy. It's pretty normal about a week before my period I would have breast pain. But my breasts would be painful for 3 weeks or more before my period. I finally went t...
1
June 28, 2016
5
208,293
Oseltamivir
influenza
"I got Influenza A from my son. It was to late for him to take Tamiflu, but his doctor prescribed it for me in case I came down with the flu. I took it with in the first 48 hrs. of beginning symptoms. I had little stomach upset and lose stool, but not to bad. I don't know that it did anything to help me. The only diffe...
3
December 14, 2016
6
42,521
Concerta
adhd
"I was diagnosed with ADD about ten years ago. I was prescribed Concerta by my doctor and it wasn't an easy transition. I got tons of work done and all, but it killed my apetite during lunch hours and as a result I lost weight. As time went on I got more used to the medication and I've since regained my weight (for the...
9
September 15, 2015
25
145,237
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I got Nexplanon about 6 months ago and so far it has worked great for me. When I first got it I had a little bit of spotting, but after a while it went away and now I don't get anything at all. I haven't had any mood changes like some people have on the implant, and I have noticed no change in weight, in fact it has g...
9
October 7, 2015
6
147,776
Norethindrone
birth control
"This pill has so far prevented pregnancy successfully, even with missing occasionally. The irregular periods do provide quite the scare but I'm thankful for something during this breastfeeding stage. Since I exercise, I haven't noticed any weight gain or significant side effects after the first few days of taking it...
8
April 24, 2017
5
104,517
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I have been on Aviane for three months. I needed something to help me lose/maintain my weight after being on the Depo-provera shot (gained 20lbs). I've lost 10 lbs, only 10 more to go! My mood swings are SO much better--the Depo made me a demon, while Aviane only makes me slightly weepy right before my period. I give ...
9
September 12, 2011
3
134,815
Nucynta ER
diabetic peripheral neuropathy
"Nucynta ER has worked wonderful for pain relief for me. It does keep me up if taken at bedtime though. You can find a coupon on line to keep your monthly costs down."
9
February 5, 2013
58
24,381
Polyethylene glycol 3350 with electrolytes
bowel preparation
"This continues my previous review, why I gave it a 7 when I'd have given it a 1 last night... I have constipation, and it still worked. I had a previous prep that didn't quite do the job even after 2 self administered enemas before going in. Saying that, I was in serious discomfort after the first Liter... my abd...
7
August 18, 2017
3
148,666
Mirena
birth control
"I got the Mirena placed about a week ago. I am 19 and have never had kids before. I previously was on two separate birth control pills for two years but decided on something more long term. Prior to insertion, NOBODY informed me to take any pain medicine beforehand. Not only did it hurt worse than any pain I've ever h...
8
October 19, 2016
7
148,819
Mirena
birth control
"Ive been having the Mirena inserted every few years for 22 years now, no issues no problems, pinch when inserted, ache when taken out. I swear by it!"
10
March 31, 2016
2
1,639
Eluxadoline
irritable bowel syndrome
"I took 4 doses and was rushed to ER this morning with chest pain. They treated me as if I was having a heart attack. I am admitted and tests are being run. Everything is pointing to this new drug I took. Also had dry mouth and confusion. Could hardly speak."
1
May 10, 2016
29
171,072
Quetiapine
bipolar disorde
"It worked very well, but it caused excessive drowsiness and also made me gain a lot of weight in a short period of time. I took it for almost a year before I switched to something else."
4
May 29, 2008
66
173,648
Brexpiprazole
major depressive disorde
"At the beginning, Rexulti really, REALLY lifted my MDD (along with 60 mg Prozac a day). Lots more energy, smiling and laughing a lot more, back to enjoying life again, wanting to go back to my knitting and gardening and much more!! And my NP gets so many samples from the drug reps that she said she could keep me in ...
1
April 7, 2016
51
153,252
Doxycycline
acne
"I have had mild acne since high school but midway through college I began to develop cystic acne around my jaw line and cheeks that only got worse once I graduated. I had tried tons of remedies and otc medications. I finally broke down and went to a dermatologist when I couldn't bare to let people see my skin. He plac...
8
November 30, 2015
8
208,849
Belsomra
insomnia
"I have had chronic insomnia since about age 16, so approximately 15 years now. I've run the gamete from herbal supplements, OTC, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, hypnotics, sedatives, etc. Literally, there hasn't been one I've yet to try. Tried it at 5mg to ensure no next day drowsiness. Absolutely 0 sleep....
1
October 18, 2016
17
132,315
Ativan
anxiety
"After recovery from prostate cancer 8 mos. ago, I began experiencing panic attacks & General Anxiety Disorder. I have tried 3 different therapists (psychobabblers), and 4 diff SSRI's, all to no avail. The only effective treatment that resolved my difficulties was Ativan. My prescription is 1 mg up to 3 times a day a...
9
February 18, 2013
99
214,993
Fluoxetine / olanzapine
depression
"I have been taking Symbyax for 2 years. It saved my life! The biggest problems I have are no energy, weight gain, and the cost. Would I quit taking it? NO!"
9
July 22, 2011
28
27,750
Lexapro
depression
"I've been taking Lexapro 10mg (5mg at first to build up slowly) for about 6 weeks. I did feel nauseous for a few days. I noticed a change about a week after starting. I take lithium and Wellbutrin- but those only seemed to help my anxiety. I still had intermittent depression- I would just get into these moods where...
8
July 9, 2017
35
49,554
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I had the birth control in my arm for 3 months, I took it our cause I was bleeding constantly. My doctor said I should switched to the pill. I took it for about 3months, I always got my period almost on the same day, I usually had it for more than 5days! I was a healthy 19 year old, I ended up having a stroke while pr...
1
August 25, 2015
2
103,023
Aripiprazole
bipolar disorde
"I think this is a great medication for Bipolar!"
8
April 6, 2008
43
190,020
Stadol
pain
"I have fybromyalgia, have been in pain for over 15 yrs before they had a name for it. My doctor prescribed this medicine for me in nasal form. I only use it when pain is intolerable. There have been times when I have even allowed it to be expired because of non-use. It is a great medication but you must use it with ...
10
October 4, 2011
38
124,297
Skyla
birth control
"I had Skyla placed about 4 months ago. I have had a child naturally before, so that may have come into play for my placement. I came into the doctor's office while on my period, and the experience was uneventful. One uncomfortable pinch that lasted less than a second, and I was done. It probably helped that I was joki...
8
March 1, 2016
0
102,727
Aripiprazole
bipolar disorde
"Abilify is not for everyone. I experienced severe personality change within a month. The story: I have had bipolar disorder since I was 13 and have been in treatment for 9 years. When Abilify came out, we tried Abilify to "bridge" getting me off atypical antipsychotics and onto a mood stabilizer. The 20 day experie...
1
December 6, 2013
45
180,129
Ferric citrate
hyperphosphatemia of renal failure
"I find Auryxia superior to Phoslo and Renvella. In particular the additional Iron has allowed me to stop taking IV Iron and avoid Anemia. The Renvella also caused excessive farting The Auryexia does cause flatulance but less so. Now, why the heck can't Keryx make enough of it to meet demand?"
8
September 13, 2016
7
2,803
Belbuca
chronic pain
"I have DDD. Fibromalgia...chronic pain issues. Pinched nerve In lower back ,fushion in neck with nerve damage issues... I am taking belbuca 300 MCG 2 times a day and for the first time in years I have my pain under control with the only side effect constipation ( which can be remedied) I love belbuca and yes I've tri...
8
March 18, 2017
39
195,950
Levomilnacipran
major depressive disorde
"Other meds not effective and troubling to Doctor. I started FETZIMA 40mg 5 days ago, including taper off Wellbutron and Escaltalipram. Side effects - heavy sweating, couple of headaches, occasional nausea, frequent diarrhea, little bouts of grouchy, inconsistent sleep, feel unsteady - - improved mood, better energy. ...
5
May 23, 2015
32
94,341
Trintellix
depression
"Very bad side effects:nausea, vomiting, dizziness, odd dreams. Ended up x 2 in the ER because of this drug."
3
August 2, 2015
35
138,721
Phentermine
not listed / othe
"This pill does what they say it will. Started out at 185lbs now 1yr later 140 and still losing."
9
January 8, 2012
2
166,604
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"So it'should been about a year since I've had my Skyla inserted. I did have some major cramps the day of insertion,but since then A BREEZE!!! I did not have to have any adjustmentsuggestions since the intial insertion. No complications that I am aware. My period last have been predictable, regular, and even shorter (d...
10
September 15, 2016
4
10,487
Spironolactone
alopecia
"I'm a 56 year old female. I started experiencing hair loss about 2 years ago, due to Alopecia. When it go to the point that I was wearing either a wig or a hat every day to hide my hair loss I decided to go to the doctor. So 3 months ago the doctor, she put me on Spironolactone, 100mg once daily and also Rogaine 5%. I...
10
April 7, 2016
125
121,117
Venlafaxine
bipolar disorde
"Took 150mg/d. Everything was fantastic, then started constant fatigue, I was very drowsy. I thought it's winter here everyone is fatigued, but I felt that this is from Effexor XR, So I slowly weaned myself and I'm no longer fatigued. Can focus on studying, now I take zoloft 100mg."
1
December 19, 2016
4
208,999
Belsomra
insomnia
"I have also tried just about everything, both Lunesta and Ambien did nothing at a low dose and at the higher dose caused me to sleep eat. When my physician offered me Belsomra I gave it a shot. This medication did nothing. I didn't feel sleepy I so could have operated heavy machinery. We upped the dose and it still di...
1
May 13, 2015
30
196,523
Eszopiclone
insomnia
"The blue one prescribed to me was 3mg. Swallow as soon as it hits tongue or the taste will haunt you several hours. This pill shuts me down fast and only one was needed but it made my shoulder and elbow joints ache the next day."
7
October 17, 2009
29