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Lurasidone
bipolar disorde
"Wonderful drug if you are bipolar and type A personality, lots of energy and almost no side effects , I have to work out or run almost everyday and have a healthy diet if not the drug is too much to handle for me"
10
October 12, 2015
29
22,212
Baclofen
chronic spasticity
"I take baclofen (20mg 3Xs a day) for muscle twitching, spasms, and spactisity. It has helped some (for instance I can still feel the muscle twitching but its no longer visible twitching). Hasn't seemed to help with the spasticity though. As for side effects at first I had a lot of drowsiness and dizziness. Now I a...
5
December 24, 2014
20
78,181
Zyprexa
depression
"A two-year depression vanished in just 24 hours."
10
April 19, 2011
124
104,177
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I've been on this pill for a little over a month and I love it. (Knock on wood) but I haven't gotten any really bad side effects like most pills I've read about. On this pill I've lost my crazy appetite that I used to have, my breasts feel like they've gotten smaller, I don't have mood swings, or feel depressed or any...
9
May 3, 2013
9
182,519
Mirena
abnormal uterine bleeding
"I had the mirena coil fitted 4 years ago. My periods became heavier for the first six months. Haven't had a period now for 2 years brilliant - the down side is weight gain, 3 stone. I'm due to have it removed I want to have another one put in but the weight gain is a big issue."
7
June 16, 2009
8
93,545
Famotidine
gerd
"It doesn't do a darn thing for me. I don't even know why I bother taking it. I have to sleep sitting up so that I don't throw up all night from GERD. I have tried all of the major drugs to try to control my condition, but none of them work. Very discouraging. The only thing that seems to help even a little bit is keep...
1
February 28, 2017
3
64,596
Sertraline
panic disorde
"I Have been on this medication for over a year. Was prescribed 50mg by my doctor due to severe anxiety and panic disorder. I have since not had a single severe panic attack, it also helped a little with my social anxiety. However, it takes longer to reach orgasm and I am only in the mood at nighttime and I have gained...
8
February 23, 2016
23
100,729
Orlistat
obesity
"My family physician prescribed xenical 120mg 7 days back. and I was 90kgwhen I started. I couldn't exercise and my diet was the same as before. I used to have low cal low fat diet for years but nothing happened over years except for gaining weight. This pill is miraculous! I lost 3kg in just 6 days and I didn't have t...
10
January 9, 2017
73
92,469
Ondansetron
nausea/vomiting
"Today I went to the doctors for some common flu symptoms. They prescribed me Zofran for my nausea and upset stomach. About 10-15 minutes after taking it there was a tremendous relief of everything. It works rapidly and does wonders. I have not experienced any side effects like headaches or nothing yet so everything's ...
10
February 3, 2016
26
86,267
Magnesium sulfate / potassium sulfate / sodium sulfate
bowel preparation
"Easy to use and very effective. Follow the low residue advice for several days prior to the procedure. This really helped. Procedure was just as easy as the prep!"
10
May 30, 2014
11
146,929
Alprazolam
anxiety
"For several years I have been prescribed 1mg to take up to 3 times per day - sometimes I take less, some days even none! But I find that Xanax does for me what adderall does for children suffering add. For some reason the drug helps me have precision focus, a clear mind, better communication, rapid fire thought proces...
10
June 22, 2016
59
22,787
Lidocaine
pain
"4 yrs of hydro every 4 hrs., I now can ride a bike! I can walk like a normal human being! My brain is back! My liver isn't being eaten by hydrocodone!"
10
November 16, 2014
18
100,779
Orlistat
obesity
"Love these pills. I've officially lost 50lbs. I use fitnesspro to monitor my calories and it keeps me on track. Other than daily activities I do not exercise. Highly recommend."
10
March 28, 2016
20
190,169
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo
birth control
"Worst birth control I've ever been on. Extreme burning and itching throughout vaginal area, acne and horribly tender breasts."
1
November 10, 2017
0
49,832
Gabapentin
neuropathic pain
"Never ever ever let Your doctor put you on this!!!! It has the worst discontinuation withdrawal I've ever experienced, I've been threw some rough opiate withdrawals before and this is 5 times as worse than that! Stay far away from this it will consume your life!"
5
June 21, 2016
19
141,304
Escitalopram
major depressive disorde
"I was so tired on this medication, I don't think I gave it long enough to work before I switched to something else."
4
December 7, 2014
21
14,872
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"There's a character limit so bullet points.. Been on this 2 months Bad mood swings in the beginning, but they went away cleared up acne on my back have had 2 periods in the middle of a pack, so my body hasn't adjusted to that yet This BC worried me at first but now I'm finding it to be positive. My overall moods ...
6
September 20, 2017
5
183,122
Cymbalta
osteoarthritis
"I was prescribed Cymbalta for arthritic pain in my knees. I took 30 mg/day for 3 days and was fatigued to the point of not wanting to do anything but lie down.In addition (to which I found out was a rare side effect) I was yawning all day and evening. After reading about the difficulties that some people had getting o...
3
August 6, 2014
68
173,984
Valium
anxiety
"I take Valium 2mg PRN for panic attacks. I was nervous about using it. I also had this warped idea that I would be labeled a pill head for taking a drug like Valium. I can honestly say that Valium is a life saver. The first time I took it all I could think about was how I regretted not taking it sooner. I can actually...
10
May 20, 2017
62
71,842
Tramadol
depression
"Was first prescribed Tramadol as an addon drug with my Vicoden due to a serious injury in a car accident. I also suffer from depression and acute anxiety most of my life with panic attacks. The Vicoden worked at first and then made me sick. I would vomit from it sometimes then it quit working. I took the tramadol one ...
10
March 26, 2016
101
140,878
Escitalopram
major depressive disorde
"I posted previously about my depression due to my father passing and I've been on 20mg for about 4 months and it helped a little bit for a while but now my depression is as bad as it was before starting the medication. I'm posting this because my previous post had it rated as an 8/10 but I thought I rated it as a 4/10...
4
May 9, 2016
2
198,013
Metoprolol
high blood pressure
"Been taking this medicine many yrs. I have experienced weight gain, short of breath in exercise, and now I am sweating "pink" which is ruining my clothing. It does not wash out even after using laundry "spot: cleaning. Anyone else experience this?"
6
June 15, 2012
36
231,445
Trazodone
insomnia
"I got prescribed this stuff for sleep. It did help me sleep a little better but it has given me consistant nightmares ever since day 1. I also have had a "brain fog" for weeks...Its a win win situation because its extremely good for sleeping and an antidepressent but the nightmares and inability to focus on anything w...
8
August 9, 2016
26
212,661
Invega Sustenna
schizophrenia
"Okay let me get started. Every social worker, psychologist, and mental health doctor shouldn't prescribe this drug to anyone. It is harmful in so many ways. I took it for 1-2 years because they said: I had said that I had bad schizophrenia. I did not have bad anything except a drug issue- which they already knew as...
1
September 14, 2017
2
212,814
Sofosbuvir / velpatasvir
hepatitis c
"Its been ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE!!! The first week, whole body shaking. Had to start anxiety medicines. Headaches. Urinary tract pain, bladder pain since day 3, it is going on week 7 with this pain. Will be glad when it is over!!!"
10
December 7, 2016
22
36,080
Efinaconazole
onychomycosis, toenail
"Have used the product faithfully each day for about 71/2 months. May have slight improvement but not much. Will finish the 3rd bottle and move on. Certainly not worth the exorbitant price even if covered by insurance."
2
August 13, 2015
6
221,111
Drysol
hyperhidrosis
"Drysol actually works!!! Please give it a try before considering any surgical operations or botox injections. I've been dealing with excessive sweating for about 2 years and finally decided to do something about it. And by excessive I mean sweat running like faucets, my underarm sweat would run right through my shirt ...
10
March 31, 2016
9
222,688
Topamax
migraine prevention
"I've been on Topamax (topiramate) for 6 years, and loved it at first. My migraines decreased dramatically, I had weight loss from the appetite suppression, and I overall felt better. But I had pretty bad tingling in my hands and all over my face for the whole time I've taken it. Also more recently, I've made the conne...
6
June 9, 2016
34
103,172
Estarylla
birth control
"What a HORRIBLE medication!!! I started taking this pill after my 2nd baby I noticed mood swings but I thought it was just my hormones after having a baby but it got worse, after a month of been on this pill I was either angry or sad all the time, very unhappy I refused to believe that it could be depression but i sta...
1
September 6, 2016
7
66,678
Seroquel
bipolar disorde
"I've been diagnosed with bipolar 1(Runs in family)borderline personality, gen anxiety and epilepsy. I take 400 XR mg of serequal at night with 1mg lorazepam,60mg mirtazapine(SNRI), 10mg lexapro(SSRI) in the morn, 1000mg of depakote in morn and 1300mg at night, 100mg of lamotrigine in morn and 200mg at night-before ser...
9
August 16, 2015
17
52,622
Doryx
bronchiectasis
"Doxycycline is a very good easy to take once a day medicine that works very well with my bronchiectasis , no side effects when taken with food , no ill feeling or dizziness as with other antibiotics , overall very good drug."
9
December 19, 2015
13
59,273
Lansoprazole
gerd
"My doctor gave me a sample of Prevacid for chronic indigestion and one pill taken at bedtime gave me the HIVES by the next morning. Never having had the hives, I was freaked and called the doctor immediately. I was then given Prilosec and have been 96.6% trouble free since then, switching to Prilosec OTC which w...
6
December 4, 2009
16
55,281
Bupropion / naltrexone
obesity
"I've been on contrave since Nov. 6th, as of today, I'm down 12lbs, my questions are #1 does it make you sleepy, or is it just me? 2nd, has anybody tried eating sweets on this pill? Well we had our Christmas Party at work, and I tell you eating sweets, and drinking any amount of alcohol will have you sick, so don't do ...
8
December 16, 2015
7
153,324
Doxycycline
acne
"I've been on doxycycline for about a week now and I am in love with how my skin looks! I've been reading reviews about people's skin getting really bad so I'm scared that will happen to me because I've struggled with severe acne for so many years and this is the best my skin has ever looked, I'm pretty much almost acn...
10
May 17, 2015
8
68,829
Medroxyprogesterone
abnormal uterine bleeding
"I went on depo for two shots (6 months). When the first shot started wearing off there was an incredible amount of blood. Thank goodness it was near the end of the work day and I was wearing black pants, the amount of blood was beyond what I ever thought I could bleed. When the shot started wearing off (happening righ...
2
August 29, 2016
14
218,476
Cyclosporine
eczema
"I have suffered with eczema since being 17 and it was manageable. Since having my second child 14 months ago it's started a a 50 pence peace size on the back of my neck and has now spread all over my neck ears face flares up. I was put on steroids for 10 every two months before I seen the dermatologist and she put on ...
6
December 28, 2016
1
220,350
Amitriptyline
migraine prevention
"I suffered migraines off and on for years. I've been using amiptiptyline for 3 years now at bedtime. No more bad migraines. If I do get one now, my meds work instead of it lasting for days."
10
March 6, 2014
45
84,415
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
acne
"Took this for a year with no problems or side effects. It was amazing. I stopped taking any form of birth control for about two years. I took this again for a year and that's where all the problems came from. I started breaking out more and more each month. I had a rash along my hairline, my jawline, my back, my cheek...
3
December 1, 2016
3
90,203
Vicodin
pain
"Was on this medication for wisdom teeth/tonsillectomy which worked very well. The first time I took it it gave me immense fatigue but after that I was ok. Other side effects where nausea if taken on an empty stomach and minor constipation."
9
June 24, 2013
34
83,655
Umeclidinium / vilanterol
copd
"Newly diagnosed with Stage 3 COPD at 56. Tried two other medicines first with no relief. Switched to Anoro, and BAM! I can breathe again. I don't know what the long term effects will be, but it has given me some hope that I will be able to function well enough to take care of myself and exercise."
10
May 21, 2017
36
162,543
Meridia
obesity
"Unfortunately I took Meridia for 6 months and only lost 15 lbs. Went off of it for a while and gained 20lbs. Tried it again but only lost 11 lbs in 3 months. I eat good and exercise and chase after 3 kids. It's great for all of you who have lost weight however. This medicine is expensive. "
3
July 20, 2009
12
154,259
Nexium
gerd
"Nexium was moderately effective at reducing my GERD symptoms, but the side effects made it not worth taking. I had trouble sleeping, felt very lethargic and fatigued, found it difficult to think through complex problems (which, in my job, is a serious concern). I felt constantly run-down and had no energy, but could...
5
February 27, 2012
63
187,535
Calcium carbonate / risedronate
osteoporosis
"I took Actonel for about 6-8 months several years ago. No gastrointestinal symptoms but I had such very severe joint pains - first shoulder, then elbow, then wrist (joint still enlarged) that I thought I had injured myself. Each would subside after several weeks. My physician did take me off Actonel after I complai...
3
December 24, 2010
8
89,797
Celexa
depression
"I have been off and on medicines for depression for over 10 years. I love Celexa. I have energy and it helps with my anxiety too. It did take a few weeks to kick in. I really recommend this antidepressant because I think it's multi-purpose and does it's job."
10
January 21, 2009
159
63,717
Epiduo
acne
"I have been using EpiDuo for three months now. I was not seeing the results I wanted at first. My face was still breaking out and was very oily. My dermatologist told me to use a pea sized amount for my whole face, as did the website. I read on the EpiDuo site that using more would not help. So I kept using the pea...
9
July 18, 2013
26
30,052
Klonopin
panic disorde
"Klonopin saved my life!!! I have been having panic attacks since I was 8 yrs old. Klonopin is the only benzodiazepine that helps take the panic away. Life saver!!! Don't worry about the sides it can't be worse thn the attacks."
10
August 15, 2015
71
222,562
Kyleena
birth control
"I got the kyleena inserted today and experienced the worst cramps in my life. The insertion were (8/10) on the pain scale. I am not very sensitive to pain but can't take any pain medication. The last 4 hours has been the worst in my entire life so far I have really bad cramps now 10/10 and nausea. I can't even get out...
3
May 31, 2017
2
228,241
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I am on my second implant. I got my first one in 2001 in Australia, where it was only $23 (Aussie money, so under $20US, AND THAT'S WITHOUT INSURANCE). I moved back to the US and had a difficult time finding a doctor who could remove it. In 2008 I was living in OR and found that they had recently brought Implanon b...
10
December 15, 2009
12
97,747
Simvastatin
high cholesterol
"Lowered Cholesterol..took for about 4 months...never again..I found myself in the emergency room often reporting extreme weakness..especially in legs and head. I felt like I was floating instead of walking. Extreme headaches. I'm a very active 40 year Old! I felt like I couldn't stand up or walk without help. Not to...
4
April 27, 2016
34
53,774
Tylenol with Codeine #3
pain
"I was prescribed this medication after returning to work 3 weeks after a moderate ankle sprain. I am alternating 800 mg of Motrin and 1000 mg of Tylenol every 6 hours around the clock, so basically I am taking something every 3 hours and icing/elevating my ankle when pain meds are due. It has been 2 months since my i...
1
June 1, 2016
8
53,657
Alesse
birth control
"I have been on Alesse for 6 years now and I have never had a single problem. I had a little bloating and discomfort when I first started on the birth control, but that is normal. I have since then had a lighter period (approx. 4 days) it has also came at the same time EVERY single month. I have never had a late or e...
10
June 2, 2012
33
160,900
Risperidone
schizophrenia
"This drug works for psychotic symptoms but its terrible in many ways! For example sexual dysfunction... I'm switching to abilify in a few months and hoping for the best."
5
December 1, 2017
0
89,689
Celexa
depression
"I've been taking Celexa for about 2 months now and my life is completely different. I have been struggling with depression on and off for about 14 years now. It was getting really bad for me, I was at the point where I couldn't control my emotions at all. It made me very drowsy at first, but that subsided after a c...
9
January 29, 2010
559
37,912
Reclipsen
birth control
"I've been on Reclipsen 5 years now. Gained about 10 pounds, but they were very much needed. Hardly any side effects and it meets the purpose... NO PREGNANCIES! I'm happy, so far."
9
August 24, 2013
5
144,966
Etonogestrel
birth control
"My experiance with the birth control rod. Its really great. I've had it in for a year now I get occasional aches in my arm and spotting every once and a while but not enough to wear a tampon. I will keep having this implant until I am ready to have kids. I love this birth control"
10
December 21, 2015
14
185,391
Saxenda
obesity
"I've been on saxenda for a week now started at 206lb now down to 197lb.... I'm f 5'6 and 32 years old I'm only on the first dose of 0.6ml and it's stopping all the bad cravings.... I don't have much of an appetite I'm looking forward to see how the rest of the month is going to go.... my goal is 160 lbs so hopefully t...
10
August 8, 2017
15
72,239
Tramadol
pain
"I take Tramadol for painful neuraliga. It ensures that I have a good night's sleep and takes away most of the pain for up to eight hours per dose. I find I need to take 100mg together with 500mg Paracetamol for the best effect: 50mg Tramadol isn't enough for me. Because of the stories I've read about people becoming ...
8
September 4, 2012
15
200,224
Varenicline
smoking cessation
"I am new to this, but want to share. I am 50, smoked heavily almost 40 years. have tried to quit many times, but never could go more than a couple days. I took Chantix exactly as prescribed set my quit date (8 days), now I am smoke free for 10 days with no negative side affects. But, I will say, I don't drink or have...
10
April 19, 2015
57
75,621
L-methylfolate
depression
"It has helped me quite a bit, although it doesn't seem to have antidepressant effects. It's definitely helping me "think" better - I'm not confused anymore."
8
July 29, 2016
45
113,202
Bisacodyl
constipation
"If you are taking this product use it as A. Last resort and B. Take only one pill and if you do not get the desired effect then take another. I have severe constipation and when I take one pill I will pass the hard stool and a little more, but will not have diarrhea. If I take more than one then I will have severe...
7
February 10, 2016
2
224,487
Levothyroxine
underactive thyroid
"The only problem with Tirosint capsules is the out of pocket price... We are low fixed income due to my hubby being an Elderly Disabled Vet and I must be home taking care of him so nearly $44/mo comes out of the grocery $; Yet I prefer Tirosint capsules over any other thyroid meds I have had because I have not had any...
10
February 20, 2015
63
212,330
Lamotrigine
bipolar disorde
"It's so nice to be sane without side effects."
10
October 20, 2010
25
45,131
Fluoxetine
depression
"I starting on Sertraline 3 years ago and felt that my body had got used to it and wasn't getting any effect after a year. My GP then put me on Fluoxetine 20mg. To start it took about 5-6 weeks to really begin to feel calmer and less sensitive to daily stresses and I had an amazing sleep but the effects began to wear o...
7
August 12, 2016
18
211,081
Carisoprodol
muscle spasm
"I have fibromyalgia, neuropathy and osteoarthritis. I have taken Soma for at least 4 years and it really helps me get up and get the things I need to to on a daily basis. I moved to Arizona and the doctors just hate this medication and do not understand how much it has helped me. They have cut my dosage more than half...
10
June 25, 2009
180
123,094
Azelastine
allergic rhinitis
"I have had been through hell and back with my allergies and sinuses. I’m not sure what to do. I am too allergic for allergy shots, so the allergist put me on this nasal spray plus Flonase. I’ve been super sick for years now, and two sinus operations. Today after being on this nasal spray for two weeks is the best ...
1
October 6, 2017
0
53,388
Vicodin ES
pain
"I have a problem with my rotator cuff (shoulder) which causes extreme pain. My doctor put me on a anti-inflammatory drug and Vicodin ES for the pain. I was almost pain free."
9
September 26, 2008
15
182,245
Riociguat
pulmonary hypertension
"I did not see any positive results with this medication. I am still on this medication.Within the first 2 and 1/2 months I gained 20 lbs. I am not very happy."
1
December 4, 2017
0
205,421
Pristiq
depression
"Amazing, has helped my life so much. Although it is extremely addictive but effective. Maybe should not be first line treatment."
9
May 20, 2015
29
76,006
Pioglitazone
diabetes, type 2
"Experienced many side effects, blood sugar was higher than before I was placed on Actos. My doctor took me off of it immediately. After she did, I felt great."
1
September 22, 2010
31
221,737
Dexlansoprazole
gerd
"3 months of Protonix did nothing, after taking Kapidex, I noticed improvement within 2 weeks and most symptoms gone after 5 weeks."
9
August 23, 2009
14
116
Medroxyprogesterone
amenorrhea
"Hi! I'm 18 years old and ever since I've had my first period, it's been irregular. I've even been up to 6 months without it. It's my first time with provera. I got my period two days after 10 days of taking the pill. The only side effects that I have had are that I've sort of had hair loss and frequent headaches. Othe...
7
August 6, 2015
9
216,051
Copper
birth control
"COPPER IUD user for 8 months. My experience as follows! Concise/easy to read. PROS: I did not get pregnant while having a copper IUD Put mind at ease/no worry about pregnancy CONS: -Changed/longer periods that persisted during my use. -Period went from 3 days, to 5 - 6 days...EXTREMELY HEAVY for a few months...
5
December 21, 2015
2
129,143
Levonorgestrel
emergency contraception
"My boyfriend and I had a mistake we usually use my cycle awareness and pull out method as birth control. It was successful for 6 months. We had a mistake one night and I knew I was ovulating so I went to the Dr the next day and took the plan b within 24-30 hours after the mistake. Well 2 weeks later I started getting ...
1
October 20, 2015
20
161,865
Ciprofloxacin
urinary tract infection
"The side effects out way the benefits. Vomiting for days and then joint pain , swelling and out of control pain in hand and foot for days. Had to go to walk in clinic and then doctor's office. Had to miss work . Do not take this medicine !"
1
September 7, 2017
5
91,351
Haloperidol
psychosis
"Was started in this in the hospital for psychotic bipolar disorder. Asked for a refill when I was released. Makes your mind quiet, sedated, calm. No hallucinations no delusions. Glad I had a doctor that uses typical antipsychotics because the atypical never worked for me. Aside from the diarrhea this drug is everythin...
10
June 13, 2017
0
174,432
Tiotropium
copd, maintenance
"I have been using Spiriva for a couple of years now and find it to be a life saver. I have had no problems whatsoever. It is very convenient to use. No side effects. I can tell the difference in my breathing if I miss a couple of doses."
10
March 30, 2009
60
206,207
Eflornithine
hirsutism
"I take Seroxat/Paxil for depression. When I started to use Vaniqa, it worked for hairs but I didn't realize that it was making me very depressed! Be careful"
1
April 12, 2016
38
84,356
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
birth control
"Works fabulous. Been on it for 7 years, always get my period on the same day. Never any nausea. I get emotional the day before my period starts but its whatever, my boobs got huge which was nice. no pregnancy scares either..at all. works fabulous. highly recommend... I haven't had any issues like other people say."
9
December 30, 2016
5
6,888
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate
hyperhidrosis
"I must say that I am truly greatful that my doctor prescribed this. It changed my life so much that I don't have to be ashamed of the odor caused by sweating under my arms anymore because it's gone. I've tried almost every deodorant over the counter there is and nothing worked. Because of drysol I now have the confide...
10
September 19, 2017
1
21,180
Paliperidone
schizophrenia
"This medication is Great."
9
November 3, 2010
31
150,885
Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim
urinary tract infection
"Works great."
10
January 23, 2012
23
127,025
Metoclopramide
migraine
"I'm so glad I read these postings. I was admitted to ER After a five day migraine. I was given this medicine through an IV. It took about 45-hour to feel relief. It took my pain level from a 10 to a 4. However the first 20 minutes I felt very restless suddenly and I want to be out of the hospital, I was uncomfortable ...
7
January 12, 2015
22
218,323
Amoxicillin / clavulanate
sinusitis
"Augmentin gave me a debilitating, unbelievably severe headache. I thought I was going to die due to my head imploding with pain. I was literally screaming! Never again for me..."
1
April 14, 2015
51
106,618
Implanon
birth control
"This implanon has been the worst birth control I have taken. I've had terrible breakouts, non stop spotting , loss of libido , and it's causing me to get agitated over ever my little thing. This birth control has caused me to fight with my boyfriend every single day and has slowly been pushing us apart. I'm ready to g...
1
November 8, 2015
9
171,656
Wellbutrin
sexual dysfunction, ssri induced
"Has always worked for me. Zero sexual side effects. "
9
April 27, 2010
67
5,184
Orsythia
birth control
"I like this pill! Ended my 2nd month and no nausea or irregular bleeding. I was on a higher dose pill before and was absolutely sick from it. My period is right on time from last month and I will continue this pill! It works great considering the condom fell off a few times, makes me absolutely thankful I'm on birth c...
10
February 27, 2013
8
81,667
Liraglutide
weight loss
"I've been on saxenda for 3 weeks today. I've lost 3.5kg. I've had some side affects, but nothing I can't deal with. I have waves of nausea sometimes. I find if I eat anything really sugary I feel very ill straight after. So it's stopped me eating lollies and cakes, which is great as I've always been weak around tho...
9
June 16, 2017
5
49,342
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I started with this pill to get off the shot but it is no better...I can't sleep at night I have the worst headaches my cycle is never predictable..I can see blood one day and nothing the next I can have sex one day and still bleed & that's so embarrassing & disgusting I hate this pill it was the worst choice ever"
1
March 1, 2016
6
46,125
Rabeprazole
gerd
"Was on Aciphex PRN for 11 yrs. New insurance will not pay for it now even though they know I was on it for yrs prior. Now taking the generic, rabeprazole. I had to go through all the over the counter meds as well. Rabeprazole gave me some relief but not for long. Heaven forbid I miss one dose. It never relieves t...
2
January 18, 2017
3
95,520
Acetaminophen / diphenhydramine
insomnia
"I have body aches. I'm only 21 and falling apart and I have a real hard time getting to sleep, so I take one or two of these at night depending on my tiredness or achiness, and about 30 minutes to an hour I'm pretty much asleep and almost always stay asleep for 7-9 hours. I normally wake up with no achiness and feelin...
9
April 16, 2013
14
93,640
Morphine
chronic pain
"I have been taking morphine 60ER, 30ER, 15ER for 15 months. It is working for me. My status is Arthrodesis, also have chronic Myofascial Pain syndrome, Degenerative Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Lumbar Radiculopathy, 2 surgeries. Recent surgery L4-L5 Pedicle Fusion and PLIF and deformed S-1 . 7 months out no bone ...
9
May 11, 2013
30
173,885
Provigil
narcolepsy
"Wide awake, enhanced reflexes, but too expensive."
10
July 25, 2013
35
10,065
Lo Loestrin Fe
birth control
"Taking a multivitamin, probiotic pill, garlic pill, and making sure to still eat greens , low sugar and drinking lots of water when taking this pill or any birth control pill for that matter is essential to help keep all the nasty side effects away or at bay for some. "
8
June 23, 2013
26
144,200
Etonogestrel
birth control
"So I am 19 and i have had mine for a little over a month. When I first got nexplanon, it was painful not bad though. I'm a baby to all kinds of pain and it hurt no more than a piercing. It was soar for a couple of days and made my very physical job hard. I bleed 1 day after getting it (it was put in on my 4th day of m...
9
June 7, 2016
5
176,813
Triazolam
insomnia
"First time on this medication I don't see why it works for me everyone body is different I took it an hour before my dental appointment it relaxes your body , but I still felt everything dentist movement and plus there weren't any sleep for me I was wide awake it's ok but I prefer IV sedation thank you"
8
March 1, 2017
4
191,122
Campral
alcohol dependence
"Thank God for this medication. Campral really does work and I feel like I have my life back. For me it has completely taken away the urge to drink, which is really saying something for a guy that drank every day for as long as I can remember. It still takes will power and a commitment to quit but Campral is the help...
10
February 20, 2009
81
77,570
Cephalexin
skin or soft tissue infection
"I was prescribed this as a precaution because I had a mole removed, however I had the worst experience. I don't know if I had food poisoning during the first night of taking it, or if it was entirely the cephalexin, but I had a 12 hour episode of vomiting and diarrhea, after that I was for an entire week with nausea...
1
February 7, 2016
11
219,191
Acitretin
psoriasis
"I used Soriatane for about 9 months and had to stop using it because I lost my insurance, but after those 9 months I went about 2 1/2 years until my psoriasis started coming back. So if your insurance will cover it I would highly recommend this medicine to anyone."
10
August 16, 2009
63
157,396
Guaifenesin
ibromyalgia
"I have been on guaifenesin for almost 20 years using the protocol that Dr. St. Amand founded. It has been a life saver for me as I was able to get my health and stamina back in shape by closely following his instructions and recommendations. I was able to maintain my executive working position and later was able ...
10
August 14, 2016
39
83,731
Clomiphene
emale infertility
"Took Clomid in early 1980's due to PCO. Gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. Three years later (without clomid) a baby boy. To this day, I'm still so thankful for the drug. Don't give up, your wonderful life is waiting to happen!"
10
August 6, 2016
75