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Vortioxetine
depression
"This has worked the best for me thus far. I have been on several SEVERAL anti-depressants and by far this has been better with very little side effects. Nausea has been the only downside at this point. I missed two days due to my pharmacy being closed and didn't have the "brain zaps" after missing. Big plus in my ...
9
May 19, 2014
95
67,484
Lacosamide
seizures
"I am on Carbatrol and Keppra and added 400mg of Vimpat about 1 year ago. I do not beleive that my complex partial seizures improved over this time period. As side effects go its not a bad medicine at all, but I do not like the fact that I can't remember simple words in the English language and putting together senten...
5
February 10, 2012
37
53,815
Zipsor
back pain
"I was suffering from an impingement of a nerve root exiting the left side of the T10 - T11 junction. I was prescribed Zipsor in combination with Skelaxin (muscle relaxant). The combination provided no discernible pain relief. However, I did suffer from significant stomach and intestinal pain. The stomach & intesti...
1
March 7, 2011
25
163,540
Mirtazapine
depression
"I've been taking this for probably 3 months now. I feel like a completely different person. I went from not being able to get out of bed or do anything at all because I didn't have any energy to being able to do whatever I wanted/needed to do. I also struggle with anxiety and it has not helped me at all in that aspect...
10
December 16, 2014
44
212,737
Phenergan
nausea/vomiting
"I have had stomach problems since I was a child, and so far no doctor has been able to figure out what the problem is. The only relief I have gotten is from Phenergan (promathezine). I call it my "miracle drug". Even when already vomiting, and nauseated, if I take 25mg, in only about 15-20 minutes I am relaxed and ...
10
December 30, 2010
30
18,133
Ethinyl estradiol / etonogestrel
birth control
"I love the NuvaRing. NO side effects. Easy - I just forget about it! I leave it in for 3 weeks, take it out for a week and my menstrual cycle comes for about 4 days then stops. It's fool proof! I can't even feel it. I was on the pill and had bad side effects - swollen, tender breasts and moody. NuvaRing's a miracle!"
10
September 30, 2011
0
157,171
Differin
acne
"When I moved to a place with a really hot climate,I started having horrible acne.I never had any issues with my skin before and i was devastated, I was 28 and having skin problems .I tried every facial wash,creams and scrubs. Nothing worked. Finally decided to see a derma after 2 yrs of fighting acne. He prescribed cl...
9
April 10, 2015
63
58,701
Mellaril
schizophrenia
"Moochie used to take Melleril, was always calm and hardly over ate. After being taken off that medication he now is prescribed Zyprexa. Zyprexa cost about 400 dollars for 30 pills and causes weight difference of 80lb gain over a three year period. Taking the Melleril never had signs of anxiety or stress. Slept comfort...
10
August 11, 2010
22
205,531
Pristiq
depression
"I switched from Effexor when Pristiq became available at the suggestion of my psychiatrist. Effexor was an improvement on my previous medication but I still suffered some anxiety and I experienced increased sweating. Pristiq seems to have reduced my anxiety levels and the sweating may have eased slightly and also, my ...
8
January 5, 2013
27
30,873
Miconazole
vaginal yeast infection
"I experienced relief from the itching within a couple of hours, so I know it worked. However, it has made my skin irritated and inflamed. The exterior cream gave me a terrible burning and tingling sensation that lasted for days, even after repeated efforts to wash it off. Next time I will just go to the doctor and try...
4
May 17, 2017
2
190,025
Stadol
pain
"I have been using Stadol Nasal Spray for at least 15 years. It is the best migraine medication for me that is out there. However, my doctor has recently stopped prescribing it for me because the State Drug Board or whatever they are called started giving him a hard time for prescribing it for me. I suffer migraines...
9
January 4, 2011
30
83,448
Levocetirizine
allergies
"For allergies and allergic reactions this medication worked well. Benadryl had stopped being effective and Claritin has always been useless so I decided to give this a shot. I took it around 5 p.m. and within an hour the misery of the allergies was less and by morning I felt 100% better. Took the product for two weeks...
8
October 16, 2017
4
28,734
Lexapro
anxiety
"Took about a month to work and has helped immensely."
10
September 30, 2011
15
196,407
Eszopiclone
insomnia
"Been taking this for 5 years now an I love how I fall asleep now price is pretty expensive 30 pills cost me about 300$ but I do have insurance which I get it now for 32$ , the brand name lunesta is different story 30 pills was 500 so I just paid what I can"
10
April 19, 2016
2
8,098
Xanax
panic disorde
"Completely helps with panic disorder, PTSD, and GAD. I have all three and Xanax provides immediate results to help calm me down. This is the only medication that works for my condition and recommend this to those who need help fast."
10
March 19, 2008
117
202,209
Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin
acne
"I've been using it for 3 days now, only at night. I have combination skin normally and this gel doesn't dry out my skin like other topical creams. My face is clearing up very nicely. By the way I have cystic acne and there is no burning or stinging like other reviewers have experienced. Everyone's skin is different bu...
9
October 25, 2010
13
151,154
OxyContin
pain
"I had years of good pain control from oxycontin and was able to lead a fairly normal life. I have always taken it exactly as prescribed by my doctor. Now I am going to have to find some other way to combat my pain because of extreme stomach problems and general illness from the remade version. I have never had these p...
5
March 11, 2011
17
29,255
Topiramate
seizure prevention
"I was put on Trokendi Xr after being taken off of Topiramate post brain surgery in April of 2014. I was on Trokenid XR for a total of eight months and just got off the medication this week. I had a lot of the severe side effects. After the first 3 weeks of being on this medicine it caused a drastic change in my mood, ...
3
November 4, 2016
3
214,393
Tioconazole
vaginal yeast infection
"This is my first YI I am 21 and my sister recommend this product. I can't sit. I can't sleep. It is 12:02 and I'm exhausted. I have to wake up in 6 hours for work and I can't sleep through this HORRIBLE PAIN !!! Never again !"
1
October 3, 2015
0
115,521
Propofol
anesthesia
"I had versed and propofol for a colonoscopy and it was wonderful. I went out like a light and then almost instantly woke up afterwards. I was not even sleepy the rest of the day and could have driven home (although it would not have been advisable). There was no pain upon injection and no soreness at the injection s...
10
June 11, 2008
30
155,520
Metronidazole
bacterial infection
"Works well, but the taste is horrible. I'm taking them twice a day for a week. For the first couple of days, I had diarrhea very bad and after taking the medication, I ended up with a yeast infection. So, I had to treat that as well with a 7 day cream."
10
October 21, 2014
18
215,870
Copper
birth control
"I've had it for about 3 years now & it just keeps getting worse.. I have all the symptoms of having an ovarian cyst in both sides, but have gotten x-rays & "nothing is wrong." Major, unbearable cramping... To the point where I'm crying... It works very effectively but at a cost. My period has never been 10 days long. ...
10
July 3, 2016
8
225,145
Bupropion
major depressive disorde
"I have tried many different kinds of antidepressants but I must say that Wellbutrin XL300mg has been the best. I have been on it for 3 years. I am so much happier and just feel better in general. The only side effect I have had while taking it is dry mouth. I was always a calm, attentive student even before I had th...
10
January 7, 2016
45
64,827
Saphris
schizoaffective disorde
"This medicine is a miracle for me. I used to be on Zyprexa, I am also on Abilify, Trileptal, Klonopin. On Saphris I was able to diet and exercise and lost about 28 pounds. Occasionally I have difficulty sleeping, but this medicine is the best I have come across. Along time ago I used to be on Lithium. I have also...
10
December 17, 2012
30
37,778
Chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / pseudoephedrine
cough and nasal congestion
"I am 51 years old and grew up taking Creomulsion Cough Syrup for coughs and colds. I always gave my two sons Creomulsion Cough Syrup for their coughs. I tried other new medicines but nothing soothes a cough like Creomulsion. Recently, my autistic son had a cold and a cough. I went to CVS and to Rite Aid and neithe...
10
January 3, 2009
17
156,921
Movantik
constipation, drug induced
"Used opioids for years went on methadone and movantix and worked within hours after not going for a week at a time almost regularly. Now go everyday and have lost 10 pounds to boot! So happy this drug exists . I had no pain at first a little intestinal cramping moving out of my system, after a few days regular no c...
10
August 13, 2016
27
74,313
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
endometriosis
"This pill has been awful for me. My doctor prescribed it after my laproscopy and a period of induced menopause due to endometriosis. It has caused major moodiness and I either get my period when it is not supposed to come or don't get it at all. Slight weight gain. My breasts hurt all the time, more than ever! I a...
3
August 21, 2010
10
144,041
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I've had my implant since March '16. Ever since I've had it, I've experienced severe headaches that happen at least once every week. I haven't had my period since I've been on it which worries me because I don't know whether that's bad or good. I have gained weight. I use to always stay around 130-140 for about 4 year...
7
July 8, 2016
1
15,626
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
abnormal uterine bleeding
"I have been on Lo Loestrin FE for about 8 months. I was placed on Lo Loestrin due to excessive bleeding as a side effect to another medication. My cycles over the last 8 months have been on one month and off the next month, however this month it all changed. The week my cycle should have come on, it failed to do s...
8
November 14, 2016
2
78,905
Previfem
birth control
"This birth control has increased acne, and appetite causing me to retain water. My breasts are also sore, and I find that I become nauseous no matter if I take it with food or not."
4
May 14, 2013
11
67,077
Hydrocortisone
pruritus
"I wish I had not used this on my skin my skin is now damaged, thin and terribly wrinkled. I have taken care of my skin and now my arms look like I am 80."
5
May 22, 2015
0
212,926
Tizanidine
cluster headaches
"I've tried everything for my cluster headaches per my doctor with little success but this medication in combination with topamax seems to be *magic*!!! I feel like a new person! When I first went to my neurologist I was deeply depressed because a day didn't go by that I wasn't suffering from a headache and I would c...
9
May 16, 2015
58
168,232
Rizatriptan
migraine
"43 yr old male.For me this is close to a miracle cure, it has given my life back. I have had stomach and esophagus lesions due to way too much aspirin/ ibuprofen/digesics/codeine trying to halt an attack. No more screaming in E.R rooms waiting for pethidine/morphine. No more thoughts off grabbing a drill to stop the t...
9
August 27, 2011
15
129,224
Levonorgestrel
emergency contraception
"Hi ladies! So let me just preface by saying take a deep breath. That was exactly what I needed to do when I visited this page almost 3 months ago, frantically searching for testimonials and reassurance this product would keep me from becoming a mom before I was ready. In my scenario, I was at a party, drank too much...
10
October 4, 2015
25
108,535
Amphetamine
adhd
"I have bipolar I disorder with psychotic and depressive features and a diagnosis of ADHD. I take meds for all three conditions. I take Vyvanse 50mg in the AM. When that wares off, I take Evekeo 10 mg twice every 4-5 hours, PM. I also take my stimulants with Ativan as I also have anxiety too. Evekeo is perfect for me. ...
9
February 4, 2017
14
98,338
Nexplanon
birth control
"Got the nexplanon 2 days after I had my daughter. Everything was cool I bled my whole 6 weeks then my period completely stopped until the first week of Feb I spotted for a few days(3). Started gaining weight after and no matter how much I work out I cant lose the weight!! Lately ive started gettings headaches for 4-5...
4
March 17, 2015
14
146,150
Suboxone
opiate dependence
"Day One. Since I had my son, via c-section, 4 years ago, I have been addicted to pain pills. What started out as something to take away my pain, turned into a full blown addiction. At my worst I was taking about 60mg/day worth of pain pills, and today I started Suboxone. Since it is my first day, I can't say it has ch...
9
July 31, 2011
4
175,070
Xylometazoline
nasal congestion
"Orinase (Entod Pharma): This helps clear my congestions. Personally, Otrivin is not helpful to me."
10
October 28, 2015
0
120,894
Venlafaxine
depression
"1 started taking 75mg a few days ago also I smoke weed as well for chronic back pain and previous anxiety... I haven't noticed to many negative side affects but my sex drive isn't as high but it all still works, I have noticed little positives here and there but it takes some of that dwelling it allows me to produce ...
9
October 8, 2017
2
61,197
Xyzal
allergies
"I have not experienced the side effects like others. It simply does absolutely nothing for my allergy symptoms."
2
July 20, 2017
7
54,210
Naloxegol
constipation, drug induced
"This med delivered exactly what it was made to do. I found it very effective and extremely easy on my body with no side effects whatsoever. I highly recommend it for anyone who has been on opioids for as long as I have, which is a very long time."
10
December 15, 2016
24
50,038
Gabapentin
not listed / othe
"I am on galapentin (neurontin)for a year now.I take 900 mg 3 times a day.It's been very effective with nerve issues.I have a new knee and 18 pins in my leg and 15 surgeries under my belt.The dreams are vivid as I've read others experienced. I also am on 60 mg of oxycontin 2 times a day and take xanax 4 times a day as ...
9
October 16, 2015
3
149,526
Mirena
birth control
"I came online months ago after I had my first son in search of birth control. I saw all the horror stories about Mirena and cancelled my appointment right away. After trying the pill and constantly forgetting I went ahead and set up another appointment. The installation of Mirena for me was painless, probably because ...
10
July 17, 2012
2
12,818
Etanercept
rheumatoid arthritis
"I have had Rheumatoid Arthritis since the early 80's and have been on every drug there was. I started Enbrel as soon as it came in the country and have had wonderful results. I am no longer in severe pain and my joints stopped swelling. I do have to watch for colds cuz they go right to my lungs if I take a shot that w...
10
March 14, 2008
9
88,622
Prepopik
bowel preparation
"I had colorectal cancer at age 29 and have had several colonoscopies. I always drank the Golytely and it worked like a charm! I was prescribed this Prepopik and NOTHING happened. I had one small BM and had to reschedule my procedure. Waste of my time and money! Next time I will poor lemonade mix in my Golytely to have...
1
March 29, 2016
2
186,788
Benicar
high blood pressure
"Started on Benicar 7 days ago after 3 years on Cardizem Dl 360. So far my blood pressure has not responded well especially my diastolic. I am a nurse so I take my blood pressure daily. I have a history of intolerance to drugs and have to change medications freguently."
3
December 2, 2008
63
165,456
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"I had Kyleena inserted about one month ago and it really wasn't bad at all. I'm 19 and have never had kids and insertion just felt like an intense period cramp. It only lasted about one minute. I was crampy for about fifteen minutes after, but was able to be up and go to class the rest of the day. I spotted for two da...
9
June 2, 2017
2
73,969
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"After trying several different birth control options (pill/IUD) this is by far the best one so far ... I've been taking it for a little over 4 years and it is very effective with minimal side effects - mostly physical symptoms like slight dizziness from time to time and slight discoloration on my face which is easily...
10
February 21, 2012
9
49,436
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I just want to share my experience because I'm pretty impressed with this pill. I was on another pill previously and it was okay except for the fact that I would spot ALL THE TIME, which got annoying. So my Dr suggested I try this to see if my spotting would stop and at first I was hesitant to try it due to bad review...
9
February 16, 2016
8
73,372
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"I switched to this pill from Mirena due to severe cystic acne (from the Mirena). The last pill I had taken was Yaz, which I did great with. After my first month on Microgestin Fe, my cystic acne started clearing up. The first couple days I was nauseous, but that went away. Taking it right before bed helps. I've been o...
8
January 10, 2014
16
179,512
Adapalene / benzoyl peroxide
acne
"I was terrified to use epiduo after reading the reviews but once I realized I had to buffer it, it seemed much more approachable. If you're not used to using retinoids, don't put this directly on your face and don't use it every night. I took a pretty conservative approach and mostly been able to minimize pain/flaking...
8
September 27, 2017
4
200,695
Varenicline
not listed / othe
"This medicine is unbelievable! I stopped smoking after 30 years of 1 pack a day. The thing is I never really wanted to stop in the first place. It was just getting so expensive that when my Doctor suggested it I thought what the heck. I started the medicine and followed the directions, and actually didn't stop until t...
10
May 11, 2008
0
186,649
Lisdexamfetamine
adhd
"Wow what a difference maker. I am a young Male (30ish) and have found that Vyvanse has been such a life changer. I am gettiing so much more done at work. When I go home at night I find myself enjoying my time with my children more. I am not getting the crash effect I was experiencing with other medicines. That reason...
10
May 29, 2008
75
113,077
Bisacodyl
constipation
"I recently went on a 10 day vacation to Jamaica and only had I bm there, and since I've been back only 1 bm so I'm extremely constipated. I had stomach pains and felt like I need to go but could never finish the job so I decided to try ducolax. I took it last night around 830 and woke up at 430 with horrible stomach p...
8
August 16, 2016
1
219,816
Amitriptyline
migraine prevention
"Hi, I am sharing my opinion with maximum respect to all readers and based only on my own experience. I've had migraine almost all my life. I am 44. My migraine was 50% pain and 50% mood change (which was terrible or even worse than the pain). This has been deeply affecting my quality of life, my relations (mood chan...
10
May 22, 2017
61
127,880
Phentermine
weight loss
"Started this medication 2 days ago.about 3 weeks ago I fell down some stairs and hurt myself. Went in and my highest weight ever! (269.7#) I started eating healthy to prevent Weight gain while nursing injuries. Saw the doctor Thursday 12/1 and prescribed phentermine (and thankfully down to 267#). I weighed in this mo...
10
December 4, 2016
9
13,021
Vardenafil
erectile dysfunction
"Works great. I have not had any side effects, no headache or vision problems. 50 years old and still going strong thanks to Levitra. A half hour before the foreplay works for me. Sexual activity has lasted as long as an hour and a half after that old age sets in. Most times I'm good for 45 to 60 minutes of HARD action...
9
September 2, 2011
35
111,633
Cipro
prostatitis
"On my fifth day of Cipro and Flomax, age 19 with severe prostatitis. Feeling very dizzy and light headed. Anxiety attacks for 30 seconds but then go away. Hopefully by the second or third week I start to feel better!"
7
February 5, 2013
29
101,585
Vaniqa
hirsutism
"Wow this cream works I have pcos and after years of plucking every day as the hair was so bad my doctor prescribed vaniqa . The difference is very noticeable after under 2 months."
10
April 16, 2016
32
67,089
Hydrocortisone
hemorrhoids
"Almost immediate relief, long lasting."
8
September 17, 2010
58
88,830
Necon 1 / 35
birth control
"The pill itself does what it's supposed to and seems to work pretty well but it gave me some pretty strange white discharge. I thought I kept getting infections but I didn't. It was just from the pill. Also, one of the biggest problems I had with it was that I had a MAJOR decrease in my sex drive. I never wanted sex o...
4
January 21, 2010
55
108,124
Ethinyl estradiol / norelgestromin
birth control
"After being taken off the arm implant due to complications with anxiety, and not being able to remember taking the pill, the patch, I've found, is the most suitable method for me. Sometimes the patch does come off but as long as you stick it on and really press on the edges for a minute that is less likely to happen. ...
8
August 21, 2015
2
808
Silodosin
benign prostatic hyperplasia
"Started Rapaflo three days ago. Stream improved after first day. Retrograde ejaculation today. Some stuffy nose and some bloating stomach pain in evening. Debating whether to continue. Generally don't like medicines and do not take anything else. Would like to have Benign Prostate Hyperplasia corrected surgicall...
7
July 29, 2010
59
8,897
Viagra
erectile dysfunction
"Amazing drug! I'm 30 and suffering from little ED stress related, I met an amazing woman but I was to stressed to keep a hard one. Decided to try Viagra, took a 50 mg and after 30 minutes we had the most amazing sex ever! I swear that we had sex for two hours, she climaxed multiple times and I only climaxed when I dec...
10
August 3, 2015
87
184,612
Methylin
adhd
"My son is 6 and has been on this medication for a week and has shown improvement at school. He has been able to work independently on his work sheets and gets through his work faster. He is very smart but didn't have the focus to complete a task but I have noticed he has loss of appetite and not going to sleep at nigh...
6
May 19, 2011
25
67,915
Plan B
emergency contraception
"Okay so I'm writing here because when I was freaked out these reviews really helped me. Do not worry this pill will work. This is the reason it exists, I had unprotected sex during a very fertile time and possibly even during ovulation. I took the pill about 7 hours after. Period was due in about 2 weeks and it came t...
10
August 6, 2016
9
145,211
Etonogestrel
birth control
"Horrible for me, I used to use pills so I decided I will try this method it works about no getting pregnant ,I had only a year and its the worst experience, I haven't had a period for a year I'm starting to have problems with my gall bladder, breast pain everyday no sex drive at all and let's not talk about the weight...
1
October 12, 2015
6
12,104
Azilsartan medoxomil
high blood pressure
"The best blood pressure pill I've taken. My BP stays at 120/70. My doctor said that's the best it's ever been. I've had no side effects from it. I use the prescription card and get it for $40 a month. My Obamacare insurance does not pay for this."
10
May 8, 2017
4
225,787
Bupropion
smoking cessation
"I was given Zyban to stop smoking. After three days I realized I had not smoked or wanted to in two days. It was that fast. I had no side effects that I remember and stopped taking them after two weeks. It's been close to 10 years now and I have absolutely no craving or desire to smoke. At the time I began Zyban ...
10
July 8, 2011
58
203,243
Fentanyl Transdermal System
pain
"I broke my back 8T when I was 29. The pain got worse as I aged. This past year I thought my life of suffering would destroy me. My doctor placed me on the patch. It made me feel so much better. A life saver. Considering I have a curved spine and fibromyalgia too. I have to wear 2 X 25mg and change every 48 hours....
8
March 15, 2010
34
105,595
Methylprednisolone
allergic rhinitis
"I started taking this today went to the Dr they have me a steroid shot and then prescribed me this, cause I'm breaking out in hives all over, it has helped a bit but still breaking out in hives and feel tingly, but the side effects suck cause I have a newborn to take care of and I feel wired. I feel sweaty and nervous...
5
February 24, 2017
0
92,979
Vortioxetine
depression
"I took this drug for about a year and then had to quit when I lost my job and my new job didn't have very good health coverage. After being off the drug for about a year, my depression was worsening (would start sobbing over the smallest things) and I decided to restart the medication despite the cost. Having been...
8
December 15, 2016
15
56,219
Humira
ulcerative colitis
"I had been on almost every medication and was on Prednisone for 2 years. I was at the end of my rope and thought I'd never get better. I reluctantly took Humira and I was so scared of giving myself shots. After the initial loading 4 I cried. I started out taking a shot every 2 weeks and it took me quite a while to...
10
January 26, 2017
31
131,359
Finacea
rosacea
"I've always had super clear skin then recently broke out in a really aggressive bit of Rosacea all over my chin and it was spreading-my confidence was out the window so I went to the doctors and she prescribed me with Finacea-at first it didn't do much and there were times it would flare up and I thought it was actual...
10
January 12, 2016
27
216,623
Advair Diskus
asthma, maintenance
"If Advair is causing side effects in your mouth and throat, TRY RINSING AND GARGLING WITH SALT WATER immediately after using Advair. This simple process has made Advair tolerable. And like my doctor says, "You must breathe". "
10
May 4, 2010
48
118,144
Naltrexone
opiate dependence
"I had 10 months clean after being a heavy IV opioid user for years decided to stop on my last case which also prompted me to drug court. Well the judge for some reason put me on vivitrol even with all the clean time and program compliance. To summarise I had planned to exercise and live healthy and that is what was pu...
1
June 23, 2017
20
41,459
Sofosbuvir
hepatitis c
"I HAD Hep -c 1 for something like 45 years before it was found in my blood stream. I have Diabetes and went in for a normal kidney test. However, when the DR started poking around just like the old fashion Doctors used to do, she realized that my liver and spleen were very enlarged. She proceeded to take a blood test ...
10
November 18, 2015
16
150,648
Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim
bacterial skin infection
"Was prescribed this after getting a boil drained by my doctor. I have been taking this medicine for 4 days now and I have 6 more to go. Thus far I have experienced an upset stomach, diarrhea, chills, sweats, and insomnia. The boil has got smaller but there is still fluid in it. Hope it goes away soon!"
5
September 20, 2015
11
137,070
Isotretinoin
acne
"I am currently taking 30mg twice a day. I haven't been on it to long, roughly around 4 weeks. During my first few days to a week I had horrible headaches, which slowly started to ease off. Towards the end of my 1st week I started with 2 side effects. Dry skin & dry lips. Nothing to bad. Around the middle of my 2nd wee...
9
October 25, 2015
6
170,177
Quetiapine
insomnia
"I was scared to death to take this medication after four years tapering off of ssri's and benzos but I struggled for four months on two hours or less of sleep each night and finally broke down because my health was failing from the stress of ongoing insomnia. I use 50mg right before bed and I sleep six to eight hours....
9
December 28, 2016
25
230,863
Milnacipran
ibromyalgia
"After years of pain, I was diagnosed with fibro about two years ago. I thought I could change my diet and lifestyle to make the pain go away. Using vitamins, going gluten free, light supportive yoga etc. After suffering for about 5 years I finally broke down and went back to my doctor to ask for medication. She gave ...
10
October 28, 2015
93
29,723
Topiramate
seizure prevention
"Neurologist prescribed this for me one week ago at 25mg twice a day. I've been extremely dizzy before and after taking this, so not sure I can include that as a side effect but the rest...well, I could not stop crying, had extreme thirst, "pins and needles" feeling in my hands, feet, and lips, and was confused. I gu...
2
March 1, 2011
6
87,280
Latuda
bipolar disorde
"Seems to really help stabilize me. I am not sure how long this medicine has been out for."
7
May 21, 2012
20
92,286
Lyrica
migraine prevention
"Tremendous reduction in pain. I have been on the medication since May and have gone from bone shattering pain at the bridge of my nose and between my eyes 24X7 to only two or three bad headaches a week. I have just had my dose increased to knock even those out, I'll let you know how much better I feel in four months...
9
September 8, 2009
43
102,514
Aripiprazole
agitated state
"After going off of this medication and switching to a less expensive one, I became so fuzzy headed and unclear. It was horrible. Once I went back on it, it took about four weeks for it to start working again. Finally I started seeing things more clearly and things were getting easier to sort out for me. This is my mir...
10
November 4, 2016
11
185,071
Harvoni
hepatitis c
"Im female, 60 & petite - type 1b, F3 - 500,000+ and into 3rd week (started Aug 18th) of 12 for Harvoni. No other meds and just a one-a-day multi.. So far so good and I did notice some minor things in the first 2 weeks but it has gotten easier. Within the first few day's my energy increased, my eyes became whiter and...
10
September 3, 2016
34
151,070
OxyContin
chronic pain
"i am trying to get info on what the max dose should be-I was on eight 80mgs a day-new dr brought me down to three-its not enough-I have been pleading with him for 6 months now-I have been taking them since they first came out and 900 mgs of morphine b4 that-broke my back at 14 I have 6 fused vertebrae with 2 9" herrin...
10
November 10, 2016
23
195,146
Famotidine / ibuprofen
osteoarthritis
"I am 48 & have OA in both thumbs, neck, lower back, both hips, both feet, & both SI joints. I am prescribed Norco 10's 4x/day & Zanaflax at night. This is the 2nd time my pain management dr has given me samples of Duexis. It is simply Pepcid & Ibruprofin so im not sure as to why some people would say it's so bad, un...
6
August 5, 2016
5
111,913
Gabapentin
neuropathic pain
"Tried Gabapentin 400 mg x 2 Daily for my back pain. I have 18 pieces of metal in my lower back in my L3 L4 and L5. So far my pain level has dropped from a 8 down to a 2. I haven't been this pain free in years, It also helped me with my Insomnia. I take it a hour before bed time and with in a hour I'm able to relax and...
9
December 1, 2017
0
171,928
Amitiza
constipation, chronic
"This medicine caused me to have severe anxiety and to feel not like myself. In addition, my throat felt like it was closing up and I more than likely had some type of reaction to this medication. I hated the entire experience being on this medicine. Try the healthy route of doing FODMAPS in your diet. That has he...
1
December 8, 2016
10
100,100
Desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol
birth control
"I've been on Kariva for a months now after switching from loestrin (which gave me insane mood swings and heavy discharge). My skin is good, periods are light, cramping is limited and mood is normal. But, my boobs have gotten bigger and I do notice that I have gained some weight in my upper thighs and hips."
7
December 19, 2016
7
170,357
Quetiapine
generalized anxiety disorde
"Seroquel has taken away most of my anxiety. I still have fears, but this is normal. I take 100 mg and I have been on it for about six months."
10
March 8, 2016
51
174,514
Abreva
herpes simplex
"Made my blisters worse and didn't relieve my pain . It's too expensive to not work. Will never buy again"
1
April 20, 2017
7
209,743
Lupron Depot
endometriosis
"I just had my second shot 6 days ago. I will admit that my pain from the endo is a great deal better than it was. I was a few days late to get my 2nd shot and could feel the symptoms coming back slowly. The side effects are miserable. I don't want to finish out the treatment. Going for a second opinion. Will be trying...
2
October 22, 2009
13
123,805
Skyla
birth control
"I've had my skyla in for 4.5 months. The insertion sucked. It was very painful, which was expected, but the sensation of having your cervix opened and something put in it freaks your body out. I had cold sweats, nausea, and was worried I'd faint. About 30-45 minutes later I had horrible cramps, which are expected, I m...
7
November 16, 2016
1
18,855
Solifenacin
overactive bladde
"I love this. I don't go all the time and the flow is strong. I had dry mouth in the beginning but that is subsiding. I don't have any other side effects. It feels great to sleep through the night without going. I feel normal again."
10
August 9, 2015
46
52,200
Adipex-P
obesity
"I have been taking Adipex for 11 days now and I have lost 11 pounds. I am so happy. I really can't believe it. I keep checking the scale because I have never been able to lose weight this fast. I have been doing light exercise but nothing to hard. I weighed 305lbs when I started now I weigh 294lbs. My short term...
9
March 28, 2012
37
183,118
Cymbalta
back pain
"After having tried a few other combination depression, pain medicines, this one finally seemed to work, and I got far less tired, or other side affects I'd gotten from the others, so far, I feel this is the best one I've tried, it has also helped with my mood."
7
August 25, 2014
47
25,285
Flector Patch
pain
"After 2 years of pain after my total knee replacement , I was prescribed every narcotic under the sun, would work for 1-2 weeks then back to pain. I finally went to a pain management doctor and he prescribed the 1.3 Flector patch. Within the first 30 mins experienced relief. I wear two of them one on either side of th...
10
August 12, 2011
23
180,726
Adderall XR
adhd
"I agree with the person who stated there must be a quality control issue as sometimes it feels as if I never took the medicine at all. Next script I am going to check the capsules just so I can be sure. Hydration may be an issue as well."
8
January 2, 2010
10