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175,465
Scopolamine
motion sickness
"First time I used the patch, I only started using it 2 hours before the flight and took it off as soon as I got to the place I was staying - about 11 hours. I was very sick for 2 weeks - nauseous and vomiting when in a vehicle. I was alright on the flight but not after I took off the patch. The second time I used...
8
November 6, 2013
24
84,728
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
birth control
"Starting taking this bc after norethindrone was making me feel "empty" inside and I honestly did not like it. I'm a healthy 28 year old who doesn't smoke or drink and it caused me to constantly feel nauseous that's the main reason I decided to switch to something else and even when I would take it at 10pm I was still ...
4
June 19, 2016
3
61,621
Citalopram
depression
"Has been a god send without this medicine there is no way I would still have my family. I can now control my thoughts and my actions like never before. My depression manifested itself through anger no longer do I become angry for no reason. I now have control over my depression."
10
August 15, 2016
18
53,602
Alesse
birth control
"Awesome"
10
November 23, 2015
0
113,163
Bisacodyl
bowel preparation
"Vomiting, pain, weakness. Unable to stand up. Had to cancel colonoscopy at 2 am. HORRIBLE."
1
May 5, 2016
10
175,957
Levaquin
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
116,249
Adalimumab
psoriasis
"I was on Humira for maybe 6 months. It was amazing how my psoriasis was disappearing before my eyes. A couple months in I began to become unstable when standing. I used handrails and the kids as a crutch. Eventually that wasn't enough I needed my husband and soon after a Cain. I had to teach myself how to walk again w...
2
June 6, 2016
15
148,743
Mirena
abnormal uterine bleeding
"I was put on blood thinners due to a PE and had heavy periods that were leading to anemia. I needed something non-hormonal to stop the blood. Mirena was reco'd as it contains the hormone in your uterus rather than bloodstream. The first month, my period lasted a while, but was overall lighter. 2nd month, I had a super...
3
August 9, 2016
6
140,868
Escitalopram
anxiety
"All I can say is WOW! After the birth of my son, I developed insomnia and anxiety. I placed a lot of pressure on myself to get enough sleep and the result was not being able to sleep. In addition, I have very high expectations of myself. I work from home and was studying at the time. From this, I caused so much anxiet...
10
May 25, 2016
53
160,513
Buspirone
anxiety
"Have been a caregiver for my mother who has dementia. Doing this and working is a challenge some days. Coming home after working and having to deal with my mother (yeah I know this makes me sound like a bad guy) was sometimes overwhelming. At times I would dread coming home. Anxiety would drive me crazy. ...
8
September 30, 2015
22
145,775
Qsymia
weight loss
"Lost 45lbs. Actually lost too much weight. Started looking bony. Actually had 2 different doctors tell me I had last too much. I have never heard that from an MD before which is probably why I kept at it. I only started off wanting to loose 12 to 15 but the lbs may coming off and didn't stop. I've been weaning myself...
10
June 22, 2014
101
2,543
Camrese
birth control
"I have never been more exhausted in my life while on this birth control pill. I was diagnosed with endometriosis and have now been on this pill for 2 months. I am still moody, constantly tired, feel the dull pain in my lower stomach and have had breakthrough bleeding already. The bloating is awful and my breasts are s...
4
August 18, 2013
8
140,812
Escitalopram
depression
"Diagnosis: Borderline personality disorder w/ comorbid depression and generalised anxiety Duration of treatment: 5 weeks Pros: I think about suicide a lot less, my emotions are starting to come back, my libido is up and my birth control induced high blood pressure has lowered to a comfortable level, if I t...
5
June 17, 2016
5
69,611
Buprenorphine
pain
"Fantastic, at first. I received relief from Fibro pain throughout my body and some rheumatoid arthritis pain. (Oddly, I did experience a new pain in the very center of my lower back after beginning Butrans). Once I increased to 20mcg, after 2 days of applying the new patch, I would vomit, nausea and headache. Then, my...
8
July 10, 2012
138
52,127
Adipex-P
weight loss
"I started on Adipex-P 37.5mg on September 27, 2010 and had my follow up appointment today October 25, 2010 I lost 15 pounds in 1 month. My doctor said that was great. The only side effect I have is dry mouth. For me it totally cuts out my appetite, I don't crave any sweets ( my weakness ) I cut out sugar and salt...
10
October 25, 2010
35
199,134
Depo-Provera
birth control
"Good method of birth control as you only get a shot once every three months and I didn't experience any birth control failures, acne, weight gain, or periods/spotting whatsoever in the four and a half years I used this method. Huge cons for me included zero sex drive and out of control mood swings along with suicidal ...
5
December 14, 2015
4
65,247
Bisoprolol / hydrochlorothiazide
high blood pressure
"After about 2 months and my dosage upped my blood pressure is still too high. I have severe heartburn and my Raynaud's is far worse than before. Couldn't function to get money out of my wallet, my fingers were so bad. I live in FL and my fingers and toes have been white for over a week."
2
January 12, 2011
9
14,294
Myrbetriq
overactive bladde
"I was in constant pain caused by OAB spasms causing friction on bladder walls. Three days on this med almost completely stopped my pain. A month later, still nearly pain free but having frequent, daily headaches and calf cramps nearly every night (even with potassium supplements). Love the medication, not enjoying ...
7
December 1, 2017
0
156,777
Dulaglutide
diabetes, type 2
"Give Trulicity at least 4 weeks. I like many others experienced upset stomach, nausea and fatigue the first month where symptoms decreased each week. The nausea was quick and unexpected and I wanted to throw in the towel. I'm now on week 6 and feel fine most of the time. The fatigue is still there sometimes but it's b...
9
June 2, 2016
22
139,786
Nora-Be
birth control
"I have "white coat syndrome", therefore my gyno felt that the mini pill made sense due to high blood pressure. I originally wanted a combo birth control to help with acne. I asked her about side effects and I guess I could have researched more, but since she said it was the only option besides an iud. I've been on it ...
4
October 18, 2016
3
78,613
Daytrana
adhd
"Love the results we're getting, but now we have side effects - severe side effects. Just found out by coming to this site that it can cause seizures, which is what we are going through now. My son had a seizure last night, but the ER doctor told us that there's been no reports of it causing seizures...hmmm...interes...
7
August 25, 2009
5
215,082
Fexofenadine
allergic rhinitis
"My 2 yr old had been suffering from indoor and outdoor allergies since she was 9 mo old. We found Allegra suspension and it works quite well along with her taking Singulair. If she misses a few doses we can tell; her eyes itch and she gets congested. Just started to find the suspension in a larger bottle, so this keep...
10
September 15, 2014
13
205,588
Pristiq
ibromyalgia
"Bad side effects for 2 weeks when starting this medicine. Tolerated it fairly well for a couple months. I was on 50mg, then 100 mg. It did raise my blood pressure. No libido issues like I had when on Efexxor. It did nothing for my fibromyalgia and it took me a few weeks to stop it. Coming off the Pristiq was was wors...
4
January 9, 2012
13
50,532
Gabapentin
ibromyalgia
"I just took my first gabapentin this evening for my fibromyalgia. I am feeling extremely disoriented and groggy. I only took one and can't imagine taking 2 tomorrow, then 3 after that. It has helped with the pain, but I feel like I am not mentally clear. I pray this will finally be the miracle I have been searching f...
4
November 29, 2011
28
82,522
Hysingla ER
pain
"Was taking 10 7.5/325 daily for severe auto immune joint foot pain and nerve pain. 60mg time release. 9 out of 10 days I'm fully functional like a normal mom. My only issue is IBS... if I take in the AM and have my guts evacuate I am forced to suffer with only my 3 daily allowed break through pain medication. Then ...
9
March 13, 2016
47
168,679
Vilazodone
major depressive disorde
"My dr. had me on Wellbrutrin for several years without much improvement and I gained a ton of weight. She changed me to Viibryd about three years ago. It helps with most of my depression. It takes the edge off, except when my depression is really high. I have no noticed many side effects. I do not feel like a zombi w...
8
March 17, 2016
27
224,919
Bupropion
depression
"I started on Lexapro which worked at first for me, then a month later made me feel like a zombie because I was so drowsy so my doctor started me on 200mg of Wellbutrin a day. The first few days were fine and then after about a week the crazy suicidal thoughts started. Then came the mood swings and short fuze. After 2 ...
1
November 11, 2016
20
196,298
Fentora
pain
"Fentora, like Actiq, is a very fast acting pain medicine that starts providing relief within minutes. One of the advantages of Fentora tablets is that it quickly dissolves in your mouth, unlike Actiq, which is large and noticible. "
8
April 21, 2008
17
157,444
Guaifenesin
cough
"I had runny nose, blocked ears, headache, sore throat with mucus, Its great! I took one pill and saw relief, so 4 hours later I took the second one. Now I am wide awake. It's almost 4 am. Take it earlier."
10
June 9, 2013
54
59,588
Avelox
pneumonia
"I am on day 5 of ten days @ 400mg for pneumonia/bronchitis/sinusitis. I am also taking codeine syrup as needed for cough and pain. Each day I have noticed improvement in the infection in my sinuses and lungs, which means it is, so far, quite worth it for me. The side effects for me are drowsiness for about 4-5 hour...
8
October 19, 2009
35
46,304
Modafinil
hypersomnia
"Horrible! I am dizzy, feel like vomiting, diarrhea, more sleepy than before and super super dizzy, this thing is worrying me alot"
1
November 4, 2015
4
152,208
Ciprofloxacin
bacterial infection
"One does of ciprofloxicin and my daughter lost her hearing completely. And mood swings omg she I'll never take this again."
1
January 12, 2016
8
143,785
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I've had the implant for nearly two years and while it has done its job and kept me free of pregnancy, I've menstruated every couple DAYS from this thing. I menstruate at least three times a month, full cycles not "spotting." My doctor told me it would even out after six months, but clearly that didn't happen. The ...
3
October 5, 2016
13
76,826
Lorcaserin
obesity
"I am currently on belviq, I chose to write a review, because I was looking for a "real" honest/objective view of the drug. I will say this, I have taken belviq for about 1 month now. Initially, about the first 5 days I didn't notice a huge change in appetite. But by week 2, you notice it for sure. Fuller faster, and c...
9
February 5, 2016
36
20,049
Macrobid
urinary tract infection
"Macrobid cleared up my UTI in only 4 days. I was afraid to use it based on the comments on this site but keep in mind, most people who take time out to comment are those with negative experiences. Usually people with great experiences like myself don't take time out to talk about how well a medication works-they use i...
10
December 19, 2016
29
146,420
Suboxone
opiate dependence
"I can not even begin to tell you how Suboxone has saved my life. After 14 yrs of Opiate addiction stemming from a medical condition, I was scared to try it. I had experienced withdrawl a few times before but I did try it and my entire life changed. I am enjoying my life. I never felt any withdrawls. I started by takin...
10
May 13, 2008
30
59,564
Avelox
pneumonia
"Wow! I should not be susprised after all I did pray for fast relief from that miserable symptoms I had. I hate to think that someone with have to do without because they could not afford this med. "
9
March 1, 2008
29
216,039
Copper
birth control
"I'm sharing my positive experience with Paragard - I hesitated for quite some time because of some of the things I'd read online. I've had Paragard for 4.5 months now, and I wish I'd gotten it sooner! It's wonderful! Two main points- first, my period hasn't changed much. Still lasts 5 days, with 1-2 days of bleedin...
10
January 3, 2016
24
120,057
Kadian
pain
"Kadian has saved my life. I have degenerative disc disease, and was unable to do much of anything painless, I barely got off of the couch. Now I am up cleaning my house, playing with my baby and participating in life. My pain scale was a 8 on most days and with Kadian and other medication for breakthrough pain I am at...
9
June 1, 2009
61
128,888
Phentermine
weight loss
"I have been taking Adipex 37.5 mg for about a month now. Eating low carbs and more veggies and protein. I eat around 1,000 calories. 5'3" 144 pounds. So far I've lost about 11 pounds and 10". I walk 2 miles everyday. Side effects: dry mouth and constipation (off and on). I worry about the heart valve side effects I've...
10
June 18, 2014
27
25,179
Diovan
high blood pressure
"Yes, it lowered my blood pressure. I had, and still do, a persistent lingering dry cough, which led to many visits to the doctor's office: spirometry, chest xray, antibiotics, and more, to rule out any other reason for the cough. And I did hear from one of my co-workers later that her father had a similar experience...
3
May 15, 2010
66
115,020
Diazepam
anxiety
"I was given Diazapan today and took it tonight for the first time, All I can say is thank you doctor I felt the anxiety just melt away, I felt like crying because I couldn't take the feelings anymore it was making me physically ill, couldn't eat or sleep and my stomach constantly going over. After taking the tablet I ...
8
October 12, 2015
71
187,777
Dexamethasone
asthma
"Used periodically when other meds aren't giving relief. Makes breathing problems clear, relieves allergic sinus congestion and skin allergy issues dissipate."
8
November 28, 2013
15
4,139
Atropine / diphenoxylate
diarrhea
"I am taking Lomotil because I had surgery. Then bone infection set in and I had to take IV antibiotics which caused extensive diarrhea. The first day I took Lomotil, it worked great for about 10 hours, but the following days, decreased in its effectiveness. By the third day, it was no longer working for me, but I att...
2
May 2, 2010
25
62,643
Citalopram
depression
"It would be a ten but libido is greatly diminished."
8
January 21, 2010
22
177,680
Duloxetine
diabetic peripheral neuropathy
"Excellent results with Cymbalta on 30mg once each night. Burning pain reduced some 80%. Does generate dreams, but not uncomfortable dreams. This is the first medicine that helped. Side effects too great with Neurontin; felt little to no effect with Lyrica."
10
March 10, 2015
45
221,675
Dexlansoprazole
gerd
"....kinda ran out of room so this is a 2nd post,hope that's ok. Anyone suffering from cramps, diarrhea, bloating, emergencies, after taking this medication should read: I have gotten a dairy allergy after using this medicine, I would highly recom- Mend total withdrawal of dairy if you have had a similar experien...
1
March 20, 2016
20
79,103
Plan B One-Step
emergency contraception
"It worked! Had brief unprotected sex then used condom for the rest of it, but I took a plan b about 1-2 hours later just to be careful cause of Pre cum. Most likely after ovulation. Started freaking out and reading reviews positive I was pregnant because I overreact like that. I had slight nausea and diarrhea a couple...
10
March 20, 2017
5
7,691
Xanax
depression
"I've suffered from generalized anxiety for 25 years. At one point I could barely leave my house. Afraid to drive on bridges, tunnels, fly... I even had anxiety about taking taking anxiety medication. Xanax was a game changer for me! I rarely take it, but I've Taken trips I never thought I would be able to take. Get...
10
January 2, 2015
121
20,388
Metformin / sitagliptin
min / sitagliptin)
"I was on Metformin (1000mg twice a day) and my A1C pretty much stayed at 6.0 to 6.2. Then another doctor (a flight surgeon) advised me to switch to Janumet 50/500 twice a day because he felt I was taking too much Metformin. Now my A1C is up to 6.4 and my glucose has jumped to the 240-250 range after a light breakfas...
3
May 7, 2015
37
35,632
Buprenorphine / naloxone
opiate dependence
"Just jumped onto subs today after using opiates for the past 14 years. I was recently taking in between 20-35 norcs/Percs a day, or around eight 30 mg roxys a day. I went in withdrawals and they gave me 8 mg of sub which made me feel better but is starting to wear off now 5 hours later. I'll prob take more now but I'm...
8
June 5, 2017
7
163,992
Fluorouracil
keratosis
"I was diagnosed with actinic keratosis in August and then decided to apply the Efudex cream to face in the middle of September. I thought that I only had a couple of spots which I was concerned about but after applying the cream to my forehead, temples, cheeks, nose, around the eyes and my ears it became quite appar...
10
October 7, 2017
10
23,953
Tretinoin
acne
"Dr prescribed with this in the .05 cream for acne. I been using it for 3 years now and my face has stayed clear. Whenever I experience a breakout I just dab it on as needed after I wash my face. They only downfall I would say is it takes a little minute for it to clear my acne all the way. Other than that, its a good ...
8
October 9, 2017
6
47,409
Docusate
constipation
"On first 5 days doses it was so effective, but gradually after the fifth day its effect totally decreased, now after a month it has no effect and I believe it causes more constipation. That also was reported from another person I know."
2
May 28, 2011
27
133,258
Tri-Sprintec
acne
"Slow and steady definitely wins this race. I was skeptical going on birth control to fix my ongoing acne battle especially since I am not sexually active. I have been on it for 3 months now and I am so grateful I did this!! My acne has cleared up 80% and I expect it to be closer to 95% for the next pack. It was ...
9
July 1, 2015
6
9,289
Clobetasol
dermatitis
"I've always had dermatitis on my scalp and face, but the rashes on my body started out as allergic dermatitis after it reacted to an antibiotic called Vancomycin. But then even after all my antibiotics, the rashes kept getting worse and worse. I got a biopsy done, and the results were that I had psoriasis form of derm...
8
July 13, 2010
7
201,855
Commit
smoking cessation
"I tried several times to stop smoking, but always relapsed. Commit lozenges were the only success I had. Here were my complaints about other methods: * Prescriptions - didn't want to put medicine in my body * Nicoderm CQ - patches didn't stick to hairless parts of my body * Hypnosis - I always lit up after my hyp...
10
June 6, 2009
13
182,897
Cymbalta
chronic pain
"The relief of pain was almost immediate. I have fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis as well. The meds localize the pain to a tolerable condition. I take the pill first thing in the mornings and it leaves me light-headed and fatigued until late afternoon. I wonder if these symptoms go away after a few months? Will my b...
7
March 27, 2016
52
135,137
Dapsone
acne
"I thought I saw some improvement but not enough to deal with the price and irritation to my skin."
1
November 6, 2011
4
174,332
Tri-Lo-Sprintec
birth control
"This birth control has no copay under my insurance and it works great for my needs."
10
October 3, 2017
0
67,702
Plan B
emergency contraception
"The same day the accident happened I took the pill four hours after because there was no way I was ready or my partner. It worked ! I got my period earlier :)!!! however my timing for menstruation is all over the place so it's never a solid date. The faster you take it the better okay!! Throughout the month i did not...
10
December 1, 2016
3
50,534
Gabapentin
insomnia
"Initially took it for shingles pain but found it to be great for sleeping and for settling down my occasional restless legs syndrome."
8
November 26, 2011
101
103,128
Estarylla
acne
"I read a whole ton of bad reviews on this, specifically the side effects, but so far I have had no side effects. My friend stopped taking BC because the nausea (I have no idea which brand/type) so I was iffy but so far I love it! It's cleared my terrible ance problem almost fully. My periods are like they always hav...
9
September 1, 2017
4
209
Medroxyprogesterone
abnormal uterine bleeding
"If you have got the depo shot and are now experiencing consistent bleeding that's dark in color, I recommend seeing a gyno and getting the pill. I bled from May 2015 until the end of September and a week after the pill, I am blood free. All my other side effects have also subsided. GET THE PILL, IT HELPS, I SWEAR."
1
October 6, 2015
9
49,490
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I am overall very pleased. I've been using this pill for a year and my periods/ cramping couldn't be better. I do get a bit moody close to my period but I've tried other brands and this one's tolerable in this department. Overall I'm very pleased. And it's a huge plus my insurance covers 100 percent of this. Win win."
8
December 4, 2015
6
179,061
Victoza
diabetes, type 2
"Unbelievable... Appetite has been cut in half if not more, however eating healthy and keeping a food log to ensure calorie intake. Starting 2nd week increasing dosage to 1.2. Have experienced no side effects i.e., nausea, headaches, etc. Career mandates extensive travel, has been easy to maintain overall calories wit...
10
April 8, 2010
30
192,006
Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol
acne
"Well...i start using yaz 3 months ago and my face now looks terrible. Is so much worse then before. I can not go out and i feel so bad. When i start it i had only a few pimples in my right cheek but now all my face is coved with very ugly and big acne. But im still waiting...im in the third week of my third pack now a...
1
November 20, 2016
5
11,497
Pramipexole
restless legs syndrome
"I wanted to cut my legs off, I was willing to sit in a wheelchair for the rest of my life vs living with the agony from RLS, which at the time, felt like I was telling my doctor a fib... when Mirapex came to canada I went straight to him and said put me on this NOW. I would go weeks without any half decent sleep if an...
10
February 13, 2017
12
105,806
Guaifenesin / phenylephrine
cough and nasal congestion
"I am also extremely frustrated by the fact that Entex LA was removed as a medicine of choice (because it worked!) for those of us with congestion who have found that no other medication works. I took one tablet a day during allergy season for about 2 years, and then ended up taking one tablet a day year-round for the...
10
January 13, 2011
6
64,899
Sertraline
panic disorde
"Since I'm on Zoloft I didn't have any panic attack and I was in more than one trigger situation but I reacted like normal people do. I'm so happy that Zoloft exist.I can truly say that Zoloft saved my life and improved it."
10
April 17, 2015
79
119,196
Nystatin
vaginal yeast infection
"This is supposed to stop the infection externally but it really did not help my irritation very much."
8
December 24, 2009
20
30,308
Klonopin
anxiety
"I have panic attacks and I stress myself to no end about everything, just can't seem to be calm down or assured about anything. Sometimes I don't even want to be around people or have conversations. This medicine is the best, its quick, calming and I feel warm cozy and happy again. Sleep really awesome too. No bad sid...
10
March 6, 2012
41
121,659
Venlafaxine
depression
"Its early days but I have over the last 12 months tried mirtazapine and citalpram. I'm currently on a low dose but I suspect my GP will want to up my dose."
8
November 22, 2014
11
196,050
Dexbrompheniramine / pseudoephedrine
allergic rhinitis
"I started using Drixoral many years ago as prescribed by my primary care doctor. Over the years when new drugs came out he would have me to try them. Nothing works like Drixoral. I am having a hard time finding it in the DC area and have been really suffering. "
10
June 6, 2008
18
71,113
Viberzi
irritable bowel syndrome
"Horrible pain. Was hospitalized. Terrible drug."
1
July 24, 2017
6
180,360
Diclofenac
pain
"My grandmother had Voltaren gel for her, but when my knee wouldn't bend and I began to have pain, she let me use her gel. So far, I've placed it on my right knee and the pain was almost gone. I've placed the gel on again and the pain is disappearing. I'm 19 and there is no way I should be having joint pain...the gel w...
10
January 14, 2013
66
85,947
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
acne
"I am nineteen and I've been on this pill for almost two months now. I am being forced to give it another month but I can't wait to switch! I have had horrible breakouts, weight gain, nausea, cramping even off my period, mood swings, depression...the list goes on. I have never felt more horrible. I will be trying Yasmi...
1
February 5, 2013
7
165,784
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"My doctor gave me an 800 mg Ibuprofen about an hour before insertion. While they attempted to insert the Mirena (which I had originally planned on getting) I experienced horrible pain for nearly 10 minutes. I'm 20 and have never had children and it was one of the most painful experiences of my entire life. I usuall...
10
March 23, 2017
2
256
Medroxyprogesterone
birth control
"I'm 18 going to be 19 soon. I had really heavy periods for 8 days straight and my period would come a week early. It was regular just less than a month until each one and I also had really bad cramps to the point where I couldn't move. The pill was my first option and it made me bleed for 3 months straight. A while la...
10
November 14, 2014
15
121,251
Venlafaxine
anxiety
"This was the worst experience of my life. I have really bad anxiety and my doctor perscribed one 37.5 mg a day. I took it for the first time and got extremely nauseas. I noticed my hands were shaking and I was clenching my jaw and neck uncontrallably. I found myself to have no appetite and with my stomach troubles thi...
1
August 9, 2016
5
162,284
Hyaluronan
osteoarthritis
"Not good, it's been a week since injection # 3 and my knee is worse and can hardly walk this morning. I have more swelling and the pain has gradually gotten worse with each injection. Waiting and hoping for delayed relief."
3
September 13, 2016
21
57,418
Oxymorphone
pain
"I was taking fentanyl and they put me on Opana and I felt it might have worked okay for a little while, but I went back on fentanyl a few months later."
6
October 25, 2009
16
222,772
Topamax
migraine prevention
"I've been on Topamax for about 2 months now. I've went to having a migraine or headache of some sort everyday to 2 migraines in the past 2 months. The only thing I dont like about the medication is the severe tingling in my hands, feet, fingers, and lips."
10
February 19, 2015
43
130,001
Levonorgestrel
abnormal uterine bleeding
"Tried pill form birth control for a few years before getting off of it because it caused some strange mood swings/anxieties. Felt better off birth control for 1 full year but decided to try Mirena because I was getting my period after like 10 days from stress/etc. I took 4 Advil the morning of and the procedure was a ...
9
February 3, 2015
37
121,066
Venlafaxine
depression
"My doctor prescribed 37.5 mg to me. I took one at 3:00p.m. and by 7:00p.m. I was feeling dizzy and nauseous. I actually was able to fall asleep but woke up several times during the night with horrible nausea, shaking, anxiety, weird dreams, and the a lot of gas! Thank goodness I had Zofran for nausea or I would hav...
1
February 21, 2017
17
163,246
FreshKote
eye redness
"This is the first prescription eye drops that has worked wonders for my severe dry eyes. Nothing else has worked but Fresh Kote has been a wonderful relief and it doesn't burn when I use it."
10
April 22, 2011
21
131,794
Effexor XR
depression
"Effexor has been the most effective antidepressant for me. I've tried 5 SSRI's. Effexor doesn't make me lazy or spaced out. I feel it helps my cognitive functioning, as well as focus, motivation and memory. I will go off effexor for periods of time, plenty of time for my brain/body to reset, but I keep finding it bet...
9
June 2, 2015
62
163,966
Fluorouracil
warts
"So I have had this wart on my thumb near my nail for about a year now. Finally I went to the derm and she told Me it was a periungal wart. I was told to use this cream overnight with a bandaid until it was gone. It has been over a month and still no progress. It still is growing and still looks the same as it did. Ad...
1
July 31, 2015
12
146,491
Tamsulosin
benign prostatic hyperplasia
"Flow is good. Side effects (ejaculatory problems - retrograde or nothing) are real bad."
4
March 5, 2017
8
168,468
Monistat 7
vaginal yeast infection
"I wish I would have read this before buying. My second YI & the store I went to doesn't have many options to choose from only Monistat & generic for Miconazole. First night felt extreme burning upon inserting started to lessen after a few min. But oh my, I was scared I actually burned my insides off. 30 min here I am ...
1
March 7, 2016
3
187,324
Racepinephrine
asthma, acute
"Works immediately. A little shaky afterwards. Not sure how long it lasts."
10
July 18, 2013
4
65,103
Hydrochlorothiazide
high blood pressure
"This med was added to enhance my present ace inhibitor (Enalapril 20mg/2x daily) to reduce my BP. Recently,I became extremely ill with a viral sinus infection and ultimately my BP spiked because of fighting this wicked infection. The physician thought it may be prudent to lower the BP so HCTZ was added to the regiment...
1
February 20, 2016
37
20,328
Macrobid
bladder infection
"I found it worked quickly. It's just irritating when you have a headache and are dizzy for a week. The constipation is uncomfortable as well."
6
August 22, 2009
30
167,822
Keflex
upper respiratory tract infection
"The only antibiotic that promptly and consistently resolves my chronic bronchitis."
10
April 28, 2015
59
44,278
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
birth control
"I have had so much problems with this pill. Since I have taken it I feel like I am pregnant when I know I am not. I have lost a lot of weight on it though. It really didn't help me. I have been bleeding for 3 months now with it. But everyone's body is different."
3
March 2, 2011
1
45,509
Fluoxetine
anxiety and stress
"Prozac took my worries away. That is all I wanted. I wasn't depressed. I used to wake up at night having bad dreams and worries that went over and over in my head. I couldn't sleep. After beginning Prozac that all stopped. It did unfortunately give me an "I don't care" attitude about what other people thought of me. M...
9
August 26, 2014
149
97,868
Nexplanon
birth control
"I got it insterted April 2015 and it is now October. I haven't had any crazy side effects at all. My first period was a bit heavy but not bad. My next few were very light. But I suddenly stopped getting a period until now in October and it's quite normal- not heavy or light. I have always been sensitive but I feel lik...
10
October 14, 2015
5
67,201
Magnesium hydroxide
acne
"Phillips milk of mag (original, not flavored!) has helped with oil reduction, which has helped with acne. I use it as a mask for 30min and if needed I spot treat and leave it on overnight, its the best I have found to help with my oily skin, my mom however uses it for wrinkles too."
10
November 14, 2012
4
116,327
Adalimumab
rheumatoid arthritis
"I would never take this drug again and I would encourage you to never take this drug. The side effects were terrible."
1
November 23, 2016
22
171,751
Loratadine
allergic rhinitis
"Helps for the first day, then symptoms return. Starting Zyrtec now."
3
May 17, 2011
17