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164,707
Librax
irritable bowel syndrome
"I finally talked my doctor into ordering Librax. I had heard about it before but never tried it....I have IBS, plus a bunch of unknown-cause bowel issues.....and the worst which is constant nausea. Bentyl helped with cramps, not with nausea. Tried other meds that didn't work. My doctor suggested Donnatal.....not cov...
10
October 8, 2016
32
21,874
Infliximab
crohn's disease, maintenance
"My son has crohns and lost 30 lbs in 2.5 months. He took the medicine the doctor said to take but then he developed a fistula. I could tell he was in a lot of pain but yet he would not tell me what was going on. Both of us being very uneducated of this disease had no idea of the trouble he was headed towards. I made a...
10
October 17, 2015
36
128,471
Phentermine
obesity
"I just started phentermine on September 17th and was curious to see if i would lose maybe 1 pound in a day, get this! I've lost 9 pounds in a day and a half! My eyes couldn't believe it!!!! I know it's probably water weight but that's 9 pounds down! I took this medication last year and lost 63 pounds and gained all of...
10
September 18, 2015
12
133,126
Tri-Sprintec
acne
"I've been taking Tri-Sprintec for two months now. I have had persistent mild acne (plus scarring :/) since middle school. (I'm in my twenties now). I must say -- this pill has improved my skin. It's not perfect, but I've noticed that my normally breakout-prone skin has cleared up a bit, so that's nice to see. An...
7
October 28, 2013
15
198,361
Exenatide
diabetes, type 2
"Been on Byetta for 2 years & it is fine except the nausea in the morning after the injection so my doctor told me to have it 15 minutes before my breakfast & it works wonders. No more nausea. I also have it 15 minutes before dinner also. My weight stays the same as I am not overweight."
10
December 12, 2014
32
31,112
Miconazole
vaginal yeast infection
"I used the Monistat 7 day treatment because of a yeast infection from antibiotics. Took first treatment last night and wish I had read this first. Horrific experience after taking the first dose! Pain, burning, and terrible itching, the same as the majority of people on here. So I thought well tonight has to be bet...
1
December 31, 2016
7
156,460
Ropinirole
parkinson's disease
"I've been using Requip since 2005 started with the progression dose. Now I take 16mg per day. Today saw my neurologist raised it at 20mg per day, because the effect starts to decrease before my next dose. Drowsiness and sleeping is one of the side effects I have."
6
August 14, 2008
44
205,165
Pristiq
depression
"Hi, this drug I feel seems to stabilise your mood/brain and does make you happy. Not like a drug , it corrects my brain to how I'm meant to feel, (some people hopefully understand what I mean-rather than feeling down ,just want to be alone, quiet, low). I think I had anxiety, mild depression & insomnia. I feel mo...
9
October 25, 2017
10
227,170
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I had my first round put in in 2010. The first 3 years were good. I hardly ever had a period and when I did it was real light. It was great until I realized I had put on 20lbs in the first 3 years, none of my habits changed I still was active and ate decent. When I went back in to have it renewed I didn't have a perio...
5
March 17, 2014
2
207,526
Suprep Bowel Prep Kit
bowel preparation
"I cannot take the 2nd dose anymore so I mixed it with freshly squeezed lemonade instead of water. I also chilled the Suprep bottle solution overnight so it was really cold when I mixed it with lemonade (don't forget to strain so it's pulp-free). This makes a big difference. I was able to drink the entire cup in three ...
8
August 2, 2016
15
40,608
Zanaflex
muscle spasm
"This medicine helps me sleep but that's the best i can say about it. It doesn't relieve pain or help relax my spastisity. If your pain and problems are only at night this is good for you. I hallucinate a lot once I adjusted to the dose it changed but if I ever have to take more than usual then I start to hear and see ...
4
November 1, 2013
102
167,762
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"I got Skyla inserted about two and a half months ago. The insertion process was intense the pain was a lot and I have a high pain tolerance. Once I got up I almost passed out and the doctor had me sit for a while. The cramping pain was immediate. That night I did not sleep the cramps were so bad I was crying and conte...
6
January 5, 2016
2
167,755
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"Haven't got period since device was put in (October 2015). I was told that 30% of woman will not get their peroid again....maybe I fall into the 30 percent??"
9
January 11, 2016
6
82,375
Liraglutide
diabetes, type 2
"I've been taking Victoza for 2 months, up to full dose. Side effects, gas and sulphur burps and acid reflux. What I have realized is that this medicine actually makes your stomach empty slower into the smaller intestine. Imagine you have a chemically induced lap-band. You cannot eat what you were use to, your stom...
7
May 14, 2013
46
38,820
Esomeprazole
gerd
"This drug is incredible. I had trouble every time I drank orange juice or lemonade. When I take Nexium I can drink both without pain. It's wonderful."
10
April 30, 2009
14
203,244
Fentanyl Transdermal System
pain
"I have used the fentanyl patch in times past with very good success for the treatment of severe (7-9) range pain due to spinal injuries and deteriation. From my broad experience over the last ten years, I believe this to be the most effective medication. I got off it during a period of some symptom improvement and hav...
10
February 25, 2010
62
154,338
Reglan
migraine
"Had a migraine for three days that escalated and went to the ER. They have me Reglan with saline. Not only did it do NOTHING for my headache, it put my Restless Leg Syndrome into overdrive affecting my entire body but wouldn't prescribe anything for that. They attempted to flush it out with more saline to no avail. Th...
2
April 30, 2014
12
6,006
Flecainide
atrial fibrillation
"Completely eradicated vagotinic atrial fibrillation. No side effects. I am a healthy, athletic, active male who has been diagnosed with lone vagotinic AF. I initially tried the "pill in the pocket" approach. I was so good at predicting my occurrences, I coordinated with my Doctor to use as prophylactic medication. I s...
10
May 20, 2012
59
194,786
Levetiracetam
seizures
"Keppera is NOT a very effective seizure medicine at all. It has caused me to have more seizures rather than reducing the seizures that I have. It seriously NEEDS TO BE TAKEN OFF OF THE MARKET!!! It's caused me to have more seizures on a daily basis & it has caused me serious cardiovascular problems & it counter acts w...
1
August 31, 2017
3
141,416
Escitalopram
depression
"I suffered from depression and generalized anxiety disorder for 4 years and 10 mg of Lexapro worked miracles. Side effects lasted about month and included fuzziness, fatigue and brain zaps. I weaned myself off 6 months ago and should NOT have done that. Fell into major depression and horrible anxiety including pani...
8
June 23, 2014
79
95,861
Sertraline
panic disorde
"Suffered from anxiety most of my life, then around 23 suffered a panic attack which caused me problems until my late 40's when my doctor put me on Zoloft. Huge turnaround. Zero anxiety. While I don't think I'll ever forget the fear of panic attacks, I haven't had one since, and can do most things I used to be afraid o...
10
August 2, 2014
113
195,442
Aviane
birth control
"I have only been on it for a month but nothing terrible. No weight gain, in fact lost 5 pounds but I was super aware of my eating habits since I didn't want to gain any. I did have like mini emotional episode 2 weeks in where I was anxious but it was only for 2 days and I haven't felt anything since. I did experience ...
8
April 28, 2017
5
45,882
Fluoxetine
depression
"I was on 30mg Prozac daily for stress/anxiety/depression after having an eating disorder for 6 years and felt after 1 year I hit a plateau and weaned myself off of it. When I missed a dose I definitely felt the anxiety creep back and depression set it, but got sick of feeling numb with no emotions and unable to cry ...
7
July 16, 2009
24
71,441
Levora
birth control
"I have been taking Levora for a year and a half. For the first year, maybe a little less, it was great. My periods weren't shorter but definitely lighter. My face cleared up but not entirely. The week before the placebo pills my face always seems to get worse but not anything to worry about. However, like most other p...
7
September 13, 2010
3
153,121
Doxycycline
pneumonia
"Was taking Augmentin for 4 days and got worse and have been on Doxy for 2 days not doing much better. I can not tolerate it. I have only kept it down one time and I'm taking anti-nausea medicine with it also. I am unsure what to do now since the doctor said to keep taking it haaa."
1
February 17, 2016
4
137,769
Enbrel
psoriatic arthritis
"I've been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (although I don't get psoriasis) and have had one injection of Enbrel. It's amazing. Worked straight away. I've been on multiple NSAIDs, DMARDs, etc. for many years and this is the first thing that's worked properly. Fingers crossed it continues."
10
August 29, 2013
38
99,153
Lutera
birth control
"The first birth control I ever used was Ortho-Cyclen. I took it to help lighten my periods and was on it for about 9 months. Though it did help with my periods, I just didn't like the woman I became on it. I then switched to the patch and experienced the same thing. Next was the Depo shot. Ladies beware! To follow wer...
10
July 8, 2012
17
70,033
Efavirenz / emtricitabine / tenofovir
hiv infection
"I tested poz on feb 8. 2008 i didn't start Atripla till 2013 my v_load was 450...cd4..was97.000...within 30days i was undetectable cd4..1400...been on this medicine for three years now an i only have short term memory lost just of little thinks i love this medicine im alive healthy an also have good people in my corne...
10
October 25, 2015
14
230,903
Milnacipran
ibromyalgia
"So far so good. I am thrilled not to be an invalid. I am concerned about blood pressure and needing even more medication. Thanks to reading everyone's posts I can see that 0.25 milligrams is probably enough."
10
February 11, 2013
1
64,309
Sertraline
depression
"i have severe depression, bipolar & anxiety....i started on 50mgs for about 5 months and felt a little different as in a better mood....still had problems sleeping and felt anxious alot, went back to the doc and boosted up my dose to 100mg and also added Buspar 7,5mg twice a day and a low dose of clonopin.....Feeling ...
10
September 25, 2016
22
135,046
Chlorthalidone
high blood pressure
"I was already diabetic with hypomagnesia issues, hypercholerstolemia, and only a slightly elevated BP 0f 130/80 in the doctor's office (117/70 outside). My diabetes was well-controlled, but after 3 days on this medication at 25 mg, I had doubled (yes double) my fasting levels and was having significant muscle cramps. ...
1
June 19, 2014
23
52,890
Maxalt
migraine
"Maxalt has worked wonders for me. When I have migraines I never feel like swallowing tablets, so the fact that I have the dissolving tablet is an absolute bonus. Before this medicine I was bedridden for days at a time, and after a migraine, my head always felt so heavy and like a bowling ball. Now however I am able ...
10
January 19, 2012
13
71,972
Tramadol
pain
"I was in a car accident in 2014 I had 1 surgery but need another one, I can not afford to be off work right now so I went to a pain dr who first gave me the shots which only gave me relief for 2 days then he gave me tramadol, and it is a joke I took 250 mg with in 1 hr and it only gave me slight pain relief, the dr wa...
1
August 23, 2015
32
207,453
Suprep Bowel Prep Kit
bowel preparation
"I was pleasantly surprised with how easy Suprep was to get down. Taste was not great, but when compared to the gallon of slimy, salty, and nauseating Nulytely I had to ingest with my last prep years ago, Suprep was a piece of cake! I did mix a splash of ginger ale with the prep mixture along with a light sprinkle of ...
10
October 21, 2016
15
122,438
Linaclotide
constipation, chronic
"I have been taking this product for three days. My worst and only side effect now is that it makes me feel so tired. I can't take it in the morning so I have started trying it at night. Can't wake up very well in the am but it beats the pain I had before I started it. I was so impacted I could barely bend over."
7
July 24, 2017
10
202,066
Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin
acne
"Have been on this and Retin-A for three weeks and I'm amazed at the results. No new pimples at all. Virtually poreless, clear skin and very smooth. It does burn a bit at first but following with CeraVe helps."
10
August 8, 2017
1
50,761
Gabapentin
pain
"I was in an accident that affected nearly every part of my body. After using this medication, the relentless pain from neck, lower back, arm, leg, rib and multiple pelvic fractures combined with considerable nerve damage was reduced to the point that I could begin therapy and resume some normal activity in my life."
8
December 3, 2008
31
168,304
Rizatriptan
migraine
"I occasionally get migraine when I have been in stressful situations. It appears that my migraine are related to a deficit of serotonin. I also get migraines in stores that sell lots of cheap plastic items. This medication is 100% effective for me."
10
January 20, 2014
3
207,496
Suprep Bowel Prep Kit
bowel preparation
"This stuff is horrible!!! The first gulp and I was ready to throw it up. I didn't' thankfully not the first bottle anyway. It's like drinking poison. Than with each bottle you have to literally sit on the toilet for 4 hours each because it takes forever for it to clean you out The second bottle I painfully downed bu...
1
February 10, 2017
20
182,674
Cymbalta
depression
"I've been taking Cymbalta for depression for two and a half years. My doctor titrated me up to 120mg. I was at 120mg for over two and a half years and almost constantly I was severely depressed, severe anxiety, some paranoia, no energy, over reaction, self harm, extreme anger, just to name a few. That's not to say I d...
5
August 10, 2017
24
7,814
Xanax
anxiety
"Having suffered panic attacks and anxiety and depression for several years now, always have my Xanax with me in case of any unexpected panic attacks. I take 90mg of Avanza each night in addition to 2mg of Xanax twice a day. Xanax for me has been the only drug that has quick and fast acting results. I don't like flying...
7
August 27, 2010
30
70,065
Naprelan
muscle pain
"I have MS and have been taking Naprelan CR 750 mg every morning for approx. 2 years, I take every morning and within minutes I can move. My Co-pay used to be $45, we changed health insurance and now it's $250 I don't know what I am going to do now. I cannot afford this."
10
September 3, 2014
5
87,241
Latuda
bipolar disorde
"I have been taking Latuda 80 mg for 8 months and am on no other medications for medication induced bipolar disorder which was caused by antidepressants prescribed for anxiety. Latuda should be taken with 350 calories but when I took the medicine with food I was completely engulfed in anxiety within an hour. Now I ta...
3
April 23, 2013
34
84,654
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
birth control
"Getting on this pill was the worst mistake I have ever made. I had impalanon and it was literally the best thing in the world and when my three years came, I thought I'd give the pill a try. It's been 5 days since and I have never been more depressed in my life. Worst anxiety attacks.. I even had to leave work yesterd...
1
July 2, 2016
9
37,155
Vyvanse
adhd
"I am practically out of all options for ADHD medications due to side effects. Vyvanse has proven to be really effective for helping my ADHD. The focus I have is great & allows me to "see" what must be done instead and actually do it! I also have Body Dysmorphia Disorder which has paralyzed me from being able to go...
9
August 1, 2017
25
145,270
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I was on Implanon from May, 2013 until September, 2014! I have been off of the birth control for a year, I miscarried Feb 11th & September 18th 2015! I believe my two miscarriages are caused from this evil birth control... I have a 2 year old & had no problems concieving or carrying him... I don't suggest this birth c...
1
September 26, 2015
2
8,670
Zolpidem
insomnia
"Was having a lot of trouble sleeping. Started taking 10mg, now I take a pill as I am sitting on my bed, 30 minutes later I turn off the T.V and good night. I do not drink and I have had no bad experiences."
9
October 12, 2009
2
180,314
Diclofenac
osteoarthritis
"I had a bad reaction to this medicine; trouble breathing, tight throat, cold hands and feet, increased pulse, strong headache, then fatigue. It was very frightening, but did go away after several hours."
1
March 8, 2016
41
114,559
Pimecrolimus
eczema
"I had severe eczema on my face, forehead and my cheeks and eyebrows all my life. It was so scaly, flaky and itchy on a daily basis that due to my constant scratching, I had no eyebrows left as they had fallen out due to the constant scratching and the skin was so damaged that new eyebrows couldn't grow. And my face w...
10
March 26, 2015
26
57,371
Oxymorphone
pain
"Stronger than oxycodone and hydromorphone."
9
November 2, 2011
4
83,044
Paxil
anxiety
"I had my first anxiety attack when my oldest son was 2 years old & ended up in the ER. My doctor prescribed Paxil & it really helped. I've been on it for about 16 years now..even took it when I was pregnant with my second child. The only side effect I've really had is weight gain."
9
January 18, 2015
80
229,453
Lurasidone
bipolar disorde
"Latuda has saved my life. I have been on it for two years now and haven't had any bipolar symptoms in that time. I have Type I bipolar and prior to Latuda I had been suffering from severe mixed state, and very suicidal. I was starting to lose hope that I would ever get better. I have had a completely normal life for t...
10
April 21, 2016
79
87,549
Naproxen
sciatica
"I've taken two doses of Naproven 500mg,, one yesterday evening and one this morning. I've had no side effects but no pain relief either. I'm getting depressed with having to put up with this debilitating pain."
1
June 10, 2015
12
161,587
Remeron
depression
"Probably the best antidepressant I've taken in terms of overall effect and side effects (minimal side effects). Also, I noted the improvement in days, vs weeks for SSRI/SNRI's. It's not like being hit by a dose of Ritalin but just was a general sense of wanting to get back in the game, feeling ok, but not "locked in...
8
September 16, 2014
205
103,354
Celecoxib
osteoarthritis
"I am a newly diagnosed osteoarthritis sufferer. I felt so depressed when I started reading about my condition. I feel so hopeless right now. My doctor prescribed me to take Celebrex twice a day for three days. The pain has severely reduced and no side effects so far."
7
March 27, 2011
0
77,411
Prolia
osteoporosis
"For Osteoporosis: In 2014 the Dr. prescribe me Prolia due to its stronger potency, along with the continued Cal-VitD tablet. Though my bone density increased some % since taking Prolia, starting one year ago I was feeling a constant back pain, from right to left of my hip, now and constantly 90% on the left side, I w...
7
April 5, 2017
75
161,578
Remeron
depression
"I am using remeron to help with nausea, depression and anxiety as I taper off 1 mg of Klonopin after several years of using that drug. It was hard in the beginning; I had headaches and crushing fatigue for weeks. Now, I feel this drug has been a godsend; it helps with all and ensures that I sleep well most nights. Thi...
9
September 30, 2016
43
70,228
Dolutegravir
hiv infection
"In May 2015, I was put on Tivicay, Epivir, & Viread, after years of struggling to be compliant with other regimens. My doctors are very happy with the results. In 2 months, the cd4 count went from 37 to 138. The viral load went from 35000 to undetectable. I've noticed no side effects from this regimen. I'm anxiously a...
10
July 24, 2015
9
220,767
Loestrin 24 Fe
4</span> users found this comment helpful.
"The first six months of this pill were a dream. I had been so fed up all the other pills I've tried. There was no weight gain (I was able to lose my freshman 15) and my sex drive was great, though no improvement or decline of the acne situation. Six months in, I started getting two periods a month and gained 20 pounds...
2
February 5, 2010
4
87,007
Latuda
schizophrenia
"We have heard of the Latuda 20-40 mg restlessness/sense of muscle quiver being controlled by a small .5mg Benztropine daily dosage taken with the Latuda. Both were taken in evening as it seemed to help with sleep. I believe Benztropine may normally be given for Parkinson. This was suggested by an experienced Psychiat...
9
February 5, 2016
15
214,818
Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray (old formulation)
8</span> users found this comment helpful.
"Ever since I was young I have used this nasal spray every time I came down with a cold. I've even tried to buy cheaper brands, but this is the only one that really works. The only downfall to the product is that it doesn't last a full 12 hours, maybe only five or six. Also, I would only recommend it to those who have ...
9
September 10, 2012
8
61,483
Citalopram
generalized anxiety disorde
"I tried this drug for the first time last night and had to discontinue making dinner for my children as I felt so spaced out and my jaw and body would not stop shaking. My doctor put me on 20mg tabs and it seems like what I have heard is similar to an acid trip it's now more than 24 hours later and I still don't feel ...
1
April 6, 2017
14
153,270
Doxycycline
rosacea
"I used to have terrible acne on my skin, and so I went to my dermatologist and he prescribed this. I used it for about half a year, and my acne was starting to clear up. Although, I recommend wearing lots of sunscreen during the summer, because you will get facial sunburns. But oddly enough, while using Oracea, I star...
7
April 13, 2015
11
47,633
Tapentadol
pain
"I was just put on the ER after being on the regular Nucynta for about 2 yrs. I did not like it. My pain levels have been much worse. I like the idea of not having to take it all the time and only taking it twice a day. Maybe I just need the dose upped. I have had no problems with the regular Nucynta."
9
March 29, 2012
21
137,047
Isotretinoin
acne
"I am extremely satisfied with this medication. I took it for 5 months, and at my peak I was prescribed 40mg twice a day. It took about 3.5 months to start noticing results. I have now been off it for 3 weeks and wow! My skin is 100% clear. I've had acne since I was a teen and after failing other options such as antibi...
10
January 7, 2016
17
161,145
Risperidone
post traumatic stress disorde
"Used risperidone for PTSD in conjunction with two other scripts. Week one observations: day one nightmares as expected . As the week progressed dreams not getting to nightmare level. Agitation level/triggers decreased. On a down side, I feel sick like the flu or cold but co-workers have been passing it around so I sus...
10
February 13, 2011
21
3,845
Cefpodoxime
bladder infection
"I've had many urinary tract infections and the normal medicines just quit working - I've been successfully treated with Vantin 3 times."
10
March 6, 2013
20
61,820
Xyzal
allergies
"Worst allergy medication on the market. Buyer be ware! I cannot stop sneezing and my eyes are watery. Don't have this issue with Zyrtec. I'm going back to it!"
1
May 18, 2017
6
131,115
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"I just had Mirena "installed" 3 days ago. I am 27 and have never had a child. I decided to go with Mirena, not actually even for birth control purposes, but instead due to my extremely painful periods. I have been experiencing absolutely awful cramps. I chose Mirena because I am hopeful that it is going to ease my d...
5
April 4, 2009
7
211,136
Clocortolone
psoriasis
"Cloderm seems to clear up my elbows from all the peeling and bleeding from being so dry."
9
May 26, 2008
16
20,574
Nucynta
pain
"Nucynta was prescribed by my pain clinic a few months ago. Despite my complaints of severe anxiety, restlessness, elevated blood pressure , restless legs, my skin turning blue, inability to sleep, they continue prescribing it. I am losing my mind. I have spinal stenosis, DDD , RA and OA with cervical fusion surgery, ...
1
February 4, 2016
58
116,901
Lamictal
seizure prevention
"With Lamictal and Keppra my seizures are currently controlled."
10
December 2, 2013
43
158,861
Methylphenidate
adhd
"Very stable medicine in the sense of little personality change and no physical side effects other than loss of appetite in the first week. I am 58 years and believe this medicine is the first ADD medication that I have noticed is truly effective. It has helped my concentration and increased the length of time I work ...
8
October 31, 2011
24
168,107
Rizatriptan
migraine
"Puts me in nice restful deep sleep (normal 7hr night), walk up in morning migraine gone, with no hangover feeling that you would normally get if went to ER for a shot."
9
August 28, 2017
0
26,945
Ultram
back pain
"Got me through weeks of heavy summer lifting at work. "
10
October 8, 2013
46
230,212
Meloxicam
osteoarthritis
"I have arthritis in my neck from C4 to C6 plus severe TMJ. I suffered with constant pain in my neck and jaw joints during the past year. My doctor prescribed mobic and within 3 days the pain and swelling in my neck and jaws disappeared. It was almost like a miracle. Tried every over the counter anti inflammatory with ...
10
April 19, 2016
84
12,159
Metaxalone
muscle spasm
"Works great, I do not feel like a zombie."
8
October 7, 2009
32
10,604
Mononessa
birth control
"I used this birth control for about 2 months before I started seeing a difference in my complexion. I started to get acne all over my face. It wasn't red or big bumps, they were a bunch of tiny bumps all under my skin. The longer I took it, the worse it got. I went in for multiple facials to get rid of it because I ne...
4
October 31, 2017
0
47,989
Naproxen / sumatriptan
migraine
"Thank goodness for this medicine. Migraines are new to me. I tried Relpax before this one and it did very little for me, even after taking two doses. I took this with my most recent headache and it worked like a miracle. I didn't realize how bad I felt until I took this and started to feel better."
10
April 16, 2012
5
23,765
Fluticasone
atopic dermatitis
"I applied the gel to some contact dermatitis, and it worked great for the rash. However, a side effect I experienced was that it caused me to have very strange dreams during sleep. I now apply it in the morning and have had no further problems."
8
August 3, 2009
3
94,712
Abilify
autism
"My autistic sons behaviors were out of control. Self injury. After four months and twenty pounds his behaviors came back. He is now an insulin dependant diabetic. I believe the med trigger diabetes. Although I am fully aware diabetes is an autoimmune disease. I caution all parents to have A1C and have a baseline of b...
2
April 6, 2015
50
7,068
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate
hyperhidrosis
"This is absolutely amazing, After about 1 3/4 years of sweating I finally had enough when I would sweat through hoodies with huge stains. Non of my friends would say anything about it but my mom (who also has it) finally called my pediatrician and got a prescription. I put it on the first night and it burned alot, but...
10
May 2, 2013
4
104,516
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I've only been on this birth control for about a week. So far I haven't experienced any side effects. I read a lot of reviews that talked about heavy spotting, I'm hoping that this won't happen to me or I'll have to change it. This is my first time on birth control."
8
September 13, 2011
4
105,443
Afrezza
diabetes, type 2
"Save your money. All positive reviews are written by investors of this product's stock."
1
January 19, 2016
8
95,137
Guanfacine
adhd
"Ours 8 year old son as done so much better with the Intuniv. He takes 2 mg, at night. I see posts on the cost, check a Canadian pharmacy. We only pay $450 for 90 days, brand. Otherwise, would be $900 here in the states. You fax your prescription and they mail you 3 month supply. No side effects for us."
10
September 29, 2016
28
167,446
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"I got skyla in September of 2015 and the procedure was relatively painless just some slight cramping during the measurement of my uterus. I took a couple Advil beforehand. Since getting it I have gained 13 lbs even though I have started exercising more regularly to combat the weight gain. I have also gotten acne which...
4
March 12, 2016
6
51,635
Azithromycin
chlamydia infection
"I took it before I got on a flight... Diahrreaing on the plane as I type this"
7
April 23, 2016
11
19,316
Pregabalin
neuropathic pain
"Works very well, the only draw back is weight gain."
10
April 19, 2016
36
27,115
Ultram
ibromyalgia
"I currently take a combination of Ultram(Tramadol) and Cymbalta and feel better than I have in years!"
9
April 7, 2009
43
33,832
Junel Fe 1 / 20
acne
"If you are taking birth control to help with your acne absolutely DO NOT take this pill. I was put on birth control to help with acne when I was 16, I was on loestrin which helped my acne but I never got my period so when I got to college I switched to Junel and my acne got worse than it was before I was put on loestr...
3
November 13, 2016
2
1,427
Sumatriptan
migraine
"I switched from 100 mg to the shots which are 3 mg. I found that if I lay down for 30 minutes after a shot I get up and feel as if I never had the headache."
10
November 12, 2008
15
161,916
Ciprofloxacin
urinary tract infection
"This medicine takes away your infection within a couple of days. I would stay away from caffeine if you are known to have anxiety. Muscle aches are not there like some of these scary reviews... I am very sensitive to a lot of medicine, this one works!! The only side effect is if you go in sun you will get rash.... Als...
8
August 27, 2016
19
147,967
Norethindrone
birth control
"Took this for the better part of 10 years as I can't take estrogen (19-29) and had zero major issues. I got my period consistently every month except one. Had some of the more mild side effects like moodiness and nausea around my period. I still ovulated almost every month. I do think there are some other side effects...
9
July 6, 2016
9
134,305
Prednisone
skin rash
"I have been dealing with an itchy, red, flaky rash on my face, (chin area) for a few months. I've tried just about every over the counter cream and ointments recommended by doctors. The PA I work with suggested prednisone for a weeks time. Two 20mg for the first dose, then one 20mg tablet twice a day for 5 days. I too...
10
March 26, 2016
23
119,875
Losartan
high blood pressure
"got prescribed this about a month ago I'm 22, 250 lbs and have had a blood pressure reading of 170/110 for the past year or so after taking cozaar 50 mg for just one month daily its dropped to 112/66 I feel great except for the blurry distorted vision rather have that then die from a stroke or heart attack any day oth...
9
November 10, 2016
41
48,816
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"I've been taking this pill for about 2 & 1/2 years now! I love it! My periods have lighten tremendously and Chateal has cut the amount of time that I'm on my period in half! Everyone's body reacts different but for me, the only side effects have been positive!!"
10
February 17, 2017
4
15,113
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"I've been taking this birth control for about 3 years now and I would say it's been good for me. The only negative thing I noticed is increased appetite and a decrease in sex drive. I do think my boobs got bigger from it and I have some mild acne but who knows if it's from the pill or not."
8
May 1, 2017
3
96,775
Neurontin
insomnia
"After trying every type of insomnia medicine, this is the only medication that has worked for me. I don't notice any side effects. It isn't perfect. I still have sleepless nights sometimes; but those are nothing compared to the insomnia I was dealing with before."
9
August 19, 2008
144
184,173
Hydroxyzine
anxiety
"This medication is for my anxiety it knocks me out. I cannot function while on it. My doctor even halfed the dosage. It doesn't help. I don't think I'll ever take it again."
2
April 10, 2016
17
34,483
Tysabri
multiple sclerosis
"Just want to say thank you to Tysabri inventors."
10
April 7, 2013
49