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Lamictal
bipolar disorde
"This medication literally saved my life. I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Type 1. I also experience mixed episodes and psychosis. I've tried countless antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics. Upon being recommended this anticonvulsant, I was skeptical. It took a while to titrate to the effective le...
10
February 19, 2015
29
114,748
Methotrexate
rheumatoid arthritis
"I am 23 years old, I was diagnosed with RA at age 21. My pain, swelling & fatigue was so severe, I could barely walk and had to be in a wheelchair during my hospital stay. My Rheum. started me on MTX immediately along with prednisone. At one point I was also taking Enbrel (biologic), but the auto injections were so...
5
November 29, 2015
60
66,284
Valacyclovir
cold sores
"I have suffered with getting cold sores since I was a kid never bothered me until a few years ago i began getting them as soon as one would heal another would form. So I talked to my DR. and he prescribed Valtrex. It was amazing as soon as you get the tingle of the cold sore take Valtrex and the cold sore raises a l...
10
March 14, 2016
18
180,817
Solodyn
acne
"In March 2016 I went withmy friend to Rome. Within days my face was covered in acne. I was extremely depressed and self conscious I have never had acne before. I went on 80mg and the first 1-2 months didn't notice changes. After the trial period it cleared up and I've been off for two weeks. I have a few pimples but i...
9
September 26, 2016
13
30,579
Chlorpheniramine
allergic rhinitis
"Thank you chlorpheniramine! After 4 years of daily suffering with the mysterious 'chronic phlegmitis' that no doctor or internet forum could answer, I found this by accident and to date has been the only thing to positively affect and practically halt the terrible constant post nasal drip. No other antihistamines or s...
9
October 2, 2011
17
61,291
Sustiva
hiv infection
"Started on Atripla but after 3 months the dizziness and nausea was too much to bear. Changed to trivada and reduced to 400 mg sustiva and the side effects disappeared. Only slight lightheaded which resolved during the day. Sustiva works but 600 mg is too much. 400 mg was found to work just as well and with less side e...
7
August 26, 2016
0
228,840
Tadalafil
erectile dysfunction
"I took Ciallis 20mg for first time yesterday on empty stomach as far as I knew it works within 30 minutes max actually it took much longer up to 5 hours !!! I tried Viagra many times before and I think it worked much more better any explanation?"
2
June 30, 2017
8
90,714
Chateal
birth control
"This is the worst pill I've ever taken. It made me feel very sad, depressed and I questioned everything and everyone's existence. I felt crazy and not like myself for the whole 2 weeks I took it. My face started to break out severely and it only got worst in a short span of time. I'm glad I stopped taking this pill be...
2
April 3, 2016
3
50,420
Gabapentin
migraine
"My 11 year old was prescribed Gabapentin for chronic headaches, but several days of this medication seemed to exacerbate his problem. He had many more headaches and rated them as very painful on this medication. We had to stop taking it after about a week because he had so many headaches."
1
July 31, 2013
56
137,182
Isotretinoin
acne
"I am now in my 10th week on Amnesteem & my face is smoother than a baby's bottom! I feel great. Super dry all over but it's worth it!!!"
8
April 4, 2015
15
102,825
Aripiprazole
depression
"I have been on Abilify for 2 weeks. I can now sleep better, I have had no side effects thus far. No weight gain noticed, hope I don't either."
7
April 25, 2013
78
33,101
Seasonique
birth control
"This has been great - no side effects except larger than normal breasts I went up a cup size. I am ONLY switching to Alesse due to costs - Seasonique is expensive."
3
March 31, 2010
8
217,628
Clarithromycin
bronchitis
"The physician's diagnosis was bronchitis and her instruction was "Two tablets daily while eating for 10 days" Biaxin XL 500 MG TAB". The pharmacist told me, after calling the physician, that I was to take two tablets together each day during a meal. She emphasized that they were not to be taken twice daily, but two ta...
6
August 19, 2009
14
131,784
Effexor XR
anxiety
"2.5 years after the birth of my child I realized I needed help for PPD/PPA. My irritability and anger just kept getting worse and I would go days without leaving the house. I was put on Effexor XR 75mg. I only took one dose around 830 PM. I was up all night, jittery, restless, vivid dreams. The following day I was so...
1
November 6, 2015
26
21,450
Zaleplon
insomnia
"I have Sleep Apnoea and was on rotating shift for 17 years. My doctor prescribed Ambien, which worked well, if I had 7-8 hours to devote to sleep. I do not take it every night. I do wakeup midway most nights. I was having a difficulty getting back to sleep. My doctor then prescribed Sonata for the times when I have le...
8
May 8, 2008
61
198,816
Depo-Provera
birth control
"I got on the shot when I was 17. I'm 18 now. I've gotten it roughly 3 or 4 times. I had always had AWFUL periods and at the time it had been four years since I had gotten my first period. Initially I was scared to get the shot due to the things I had heard. I heard that it could cause weight gain, mood swings, excessi...
9
January 2, 2017
3
211,002
Carisoprodol
muscle spasm
"Worked extremely well. Discontinued it though because of fear of dependency. But when I took it, it worked perfectly."
10
May 30, 2012
37
175,729
Levaquin
prostatitis
"I think it should be considered medical malpractice for a physician to prescribe this drug to an elderly man with heart problems, especially known congestive heart failure. My father didn't know he should report muscle weakness he experienced while taking this drug, and there was no followup by the physician. Since ...
1
April 4, 2016
6
49,941
Gabapentin
burning mouth syndrome
"Right now I feel like my blood has been drained from my body. Each morning I feel faint and my legs feel like jelly. Should I continue with this med. Taking 300 mg. Per day."
1
November 14, 2015
3
107,370
Implanon
birth control
"I didn't want Implanon, my mom is a nurse and told me I should get it. HONESTLY, with me being a huge baby it wasn't that bad. It hurt for about a good week and a half. So I love it, I've had it for 6 months now, I love it. I really think this works 100% ..I love it."
9
October 28, 2011
0
130,378
Levonorgestrel
abnormal uterine bleeding
"I had my Mirena inserted in 2009 and I have yet to experience any major issues. Yes, in the beginning I bled for 3 months with a day or two in between with no bleeding at all, and I had thoughts of getting it removed but never did. It has been very effective and I am glad I kept it in. I have very light cycles now whe...
9
August 1, 2013
33
162,233
Hyaluronan
osteoarthritis
"I found out i have the beginnings of arthritis in both knees. I had the 3 shot course and at week 7 I've had no pain relief."
1
May 30, 2017
10
7,918
Xanax
anxiety
"It is very helpful."
10
February 12, 2009
16
184,984
Harvoni
hepatitis c
"I had Hep C for 14 years without treatment. Took Harvoni for 8 weeks with no side effects and I'm now 100% cured!"
10
June 4, 2017
18
54,846
Bupropion / naltrexone
obesity
"I have been taking the medicine for 10 days. I'm now up to 2 pills a day one in am and 1 pm. I don't see much difference yet. The only good thing is that I'm not drinking cocktails so it saves calories. I hope the next 2 weeks get better with full dose"
6
February 4, 2017
17
112,967
Bisacodyl
bowel preparation
"I read reviews before taking. I was very worried as I consider myself to have a weak stomach. I only took two, don't tell my doc, everything was normal so I took the 3rd an hour later. An hour after that everything still fine, no feeling at all of abdominal pain! Also, no need to go to bathroom, I did drink some ...
10
February 7, 2017
3
7,313
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate
hyperhidrosis
"Did not work that well."
2
September 19, 2009
3
110,904
Farxiga
diabetes, type 2
"I'm over 300lbs I have only been taking this for 1 month and I'm finally losing weight. It's so strange. I've been on metformin for about 6 months but it failed to lower my numbers. With this pill I'm never hungry just thirsty. I have to force myself to eat at times. I didn't notice the weight loss at first but everyo...
8
November 29, 2015
33
4,934
Belviq
weight loss
"I am 72 and have tried EVERY diet since I was in junior high school. I have been taking Belviq for about 30 days and lost over 10 pounds - 30 pounds to go! This is the only diet pill that doesn't make me edgy and greatly helps with cravings. I used to "graze" all day but now I don't think about food and snacks when...
9
June 15, 2014
92
205,838
Pristiq
depression
"I experienced 3 of the most common side effects of Pristiq. I experience nausea, loss of appetite and dizziness. The nausea and loss of appetite were minimal and I could get along with my day. However, the dizziness, in my opinion is not a side effect to be taken lightly. I was so dizzy, I could not concentrate or do ...
2
March 6, 2010
18
2,391
Metformin
polycystic ovary syndrome
"I am 43 and have suffered for about 10 years from extreme tiredness, acne around the mouth and chin, and weight gain. Was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2000. Started taking Metformin 3 weeks ago and have had little side effects. I am also taking spironolactone. My biggest complaint is severe, sudden cramping in the s...
10
June 21, 2010
33
113,488
Bisacodyl
bowel preparation
"It's the best thing for me. It works few hours after taking the pill. I did not experience any of the side effects. It is a great way for someone who is really constipated to get relief fast."
8
August 12, 2009
81
183,766
Cymbalta
anxiety
"I've been taking Cymbalta for anxiety and dysthymia for 3 months. It is the best medication I have tried in 10 years of treatment. No weight gain, not as lethargic, and my attitude has been much better towards life in general. Right now I am on 60mg a day. I'm not sure if I can go up from here but even if I don't,...
9
August 10, 2008
75
41,688
Clonidine
perimenopausal symptoms
"I was prescribed clonidine for my inferno day flushes, and uncomfortable night sweats, 4 weeks ago. I take 0.025 micrograms, 4 times a day, and after the third week, I started to feel like myself again. The flushes are just a mild warmth, and the sweats have almost disappeared! They were a bit tricky getting use to in...
10
March 2, 2016
41
171,837
Meloxicam
inflammatory conditions
"I was prescribed Mobic for arthritis in my right hip. I lost range of motion and had difficulty putting on my right sock and shoe. After taking this medicine for 3 days I have noticed the hip pain has diminished greatly, about 80% back to pain free. But this medicine has also helped with my other joint pain and stiffn...
10
January 26, 2013
76
142,158
Janumet
diabetes, type 2
"For many years, I had intestine cramps. I used to take medicines. By afternoon I used to again pain. Also cholesterol used to be high. Type 2: diabetic was identified. Since Nov 2013. I am using. Janumet 50/1000 bMy intestine aches zeroed. So is cholesterol. Levels. I feel good."
10
October 30, 2014
45
192,485
Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol
birth control
"I have been on Yaz for 3 and a half years, and I have not had any issues. I have regular periods, I have no weird side effects. I fluctuate in weight by 5 pounds now off and on. I read all of the scary lawsuits against Yaz, talked to my doctors and the lawsuits failed to mention the other issues that girls had other t...
9
July 16, 2013
82
76,080
Lo / Ovral-28
birth control
"I took Ortho Tri-Cyclen for birth control for 2 years with no issues. After 2 weeks, my migrane headaches worsened, a nervous/ill feeling hit me and my heart was always pounding. I stopped taking it immediately (I'm married and we are stable enough to have a baby) and have since decided to start trying to have a baby....
2
December 10, 2009
4
44,772
Ramipril
high blood pressure
"Worried about the side effects of taking ramipril decided to split first dose to ease the effects.....2 months and all going well, maybe slightly more tired than i was before but can live with that Before BP was around the 150/95 now 120-130/80"
10
July 20, 2015
38
156,778
Dulaglutide
diabetes, type 2
"I got this shot during a doctor visit. Unsure if dose was the .75 mg but the 3 samples he gave me were of the 1.5 mg dose. Side effects began following day: nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, indigestion and severe acid reflux. I also had body aches and fatigue. I dare say I felt depressed. I had ...
1
June 1, 2016
17
166,419
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"I have tried the pill and Depo I didn't mind the pill except I had to take it every day and it made my boobs grow which I hated I HATED Depo because it made me depressed and fat Just got Skyla inserted yesterday, I like the idea of an IUD because I get to keep it for 3 years. The insertion process was n...
8
November 5, 2016
1
185,564
Saxenda
weight loss
"28lbs lost in 2.5 months using saxenda (dose between .6-1.2) & following doctor's guidelines for eating. Didn't exercise during the months. I was losing except for physical therapy 1x a week for back. I'm at a good weight for me (4'11", 106, age 50) and have been maintaining within 2-4lbs for about 2 mos. now but st...
10
January 15, 2017
20
36,322
Imiquimod
keratosis
"I am on my 7th day of treatment and have not experienced any of the side effects, except for the skin irritation where the AK's are prevalent."
8
January 14, 2011
35
136,701
Sodium hyaluronate
osteoarthritis
"I had meniscus repair in December 2015. The doctor tore my hamstring during the process so I ended up in PT for 6 weeks. Within a couple of months I was walking 3 miles a day again. By the end of April my knee was swelling and painful. Had cortisone shots twice and they didn't help. Doctor recommended Euflexxa. ...
1
June 27, 2016
19
161,097
Risperidone
asperger syndrome
"I was to take 0.50mg each morning as I did. Here is how risperidone effected me: I would wake up during the night severely sweating, when trying to go to bed I would get shocks, it made me feel so bad and I did not want to do anything. "
1
November 11, 2012
11
72,242
Tramadol
pain
"I fell at work on my knees and have had severe pain ever since. I have been using 50 mg Ultram (Tramadol) for about 3 months and I can honestly say that I am able to function at work and during my daily life. I have been on hydrocodone and Lortab and both of these medicines make me sleepy and just out of it all day....
9
August 24, 2012
58
63,644
Epiduo
acne
"I started using Epiduo and it was working perfectly. Then one day around my eyebrows started to hurt then the next day the skin was peeling. It wasn't sunburn for sure because there was no sunshine for days. I put the lotion on it and it stung. Three days later my skin is still peeling, it hurts when I touch it, and m...
3
August 8, 2014
30
107,054
Implanon
birth control
"I had the Implanon put in March of 2009 and had it replaced in March of 2012 because I love it! Insertion was a breeze, and with the exception of the anesthetic, virtually painless. I have not had a full period since that first month with only (extremely) light spotting every few months. I have not had any noticable w...
10
October 23, 2012
3
98,747
Nexplanon
birth control
"I love Nexplanon. I've had it for four months now and I was extremely worried because I don't take very well to birth control. I've tried about three different kinds and they all gave me horrible side effects. So I thought I would get the non stop bleeding like they say 70% of women get. But I didn't. I got headaches ...
9
October 17, 2013
10
64,188
Sertraline
panic disorde
"started zoloft 25mg but was told to brake in half for three days then go to the 25mg for two weeks then to 50mg , the first week was hell!!! Was throwing up none stop, horrible diarrhea made my anxiety so much worse, I weighed 85 pounds and went down to 73, was in and out of the er because I needed fluids, after week...
2
March 7, 2017
5
211,700
Lamotrigine
epilepsy
"I've been on this for 5 years and when I started taking it I had no mental health issues, not even a drop of depression. Now I have biopolar depressive disorder and severe anxiety disorder with chronic tic's. The doctors now have me taking 700mg a day and because it makes me SO forgetful I have forgot that I took my d...
3
June 8, 2017
3
225,387
Bupropion
smoking cessation
"A friend gave me the pills he had left over. He said after a week he didn't need them or cigs anymore. And I desperately wanted to stop. My son would tell me,"Daddy I don't want you to die". That struck me to the core,he's only 6. It's funny because I was the same age when I told my father the same thing, And he stopp...
7
July 28, 2015
15
110,655
Duragesic
chronic pain
"Constipation & sedation...but great pain relief"
9
March 9, 2017
7
201,114
Zoloft
panic disorde
"Back in 2013 I started having terrible panic attacks in public. I was agoraphobic with in weeks. Started taking Zoloft in Nov 2016. This month as of May 2017 I have been able to go places by my self that I have not been able to since 2013! It's the most amazing feeling to be able to go out again anxiety free. I think ...
10
May 17, 2017
45
149,948
Soma
muscle spasm
"My entire functioning life is over with the removal of soma from all Dr's ability to write. Without Soma I'm having a hard time with living and working. "
10
June 7, 2012
87
60,033
NuvaRing
birth control
"I tried the NuvaRing as a sample. Within two weeks I had very bad mood swings, I was anxious and paranoid all the time. I got very naseous and had bad headaches. It put me out of commission for a whole day because I felt so sick. I took it out that day and within hours I felt like I was back to myself. Of course there...
5
July 15, 2013
12
34,730
Minocycline
acne
"So I started taking this medicine because my acne was irritating my skin. In the beginning it worked fine and as time went by I saw my acne was really improving but as soon as I stopped taking it my acne returned, and is now worse then what it used to be. Though the spots are not as big and cystic is has spread more a...
2
February 20, 2016
1
68,040
Plan B
emergency contraception
"The condom broke on 3/11 and my boyfriend finished completely in me and I took the pill immediately after , I was so so worried and thought I would be pregnant. Today, 3/17 I started my period. A week earlier than expected. This worked for me!! Don't worry !!"
10
March 17, 2016
1
7,366
Monistat 7-Day Combination Pack
vaginal yeast infection
"Worst pain in the world. I used only one applicator from the monistat 7 pack and it burns like hell. The need to want to take it all out and rip off my area. Im in tears over the burning. Is it supposed to do that ? Is there a way of soothing that burning sensation from the treatment.? Totally not a happy camper ...
1
July 1, 2016
7
125,275
Dulcolax
constipation
"By far, the worst experience I've had with any medicine. I almost called an ambulance, no exaggeration. I've never used a product like this before and chose it based on the package implying that you take it, it works overnight, and produces a normal BM the next day. Um, no...I woke up about 2AM confused, sweating, cra...
1
March 9, 2016
16
22,218
Baclofen
trigeminal neuralgia
"I got immediate relief from my Trigeminal Neuropathy within an hour of taking this medication. This was after having several Radio frequency ablutions which would only last 4-6 weeks. I was suffering for over 7 years. I had tried Neurontin, Topamax, Lamictal, opiates and more."
9
October 25, 2014
44
230,275
Meloxicam
inflammatory conditions
"I had low intense back pain for 2 yrs. This drug works great & I tolerated it well. I did a 7 day regimen as prescribed. Now I am pain free & will use if I have a flare up. It worked for me & did so after 2hrs of taking it."
9
August 29, 2017
5
223,207
Estradiol
primary ovarian failure
"I am in my early forties and menopause hit me at an early age. I struggled with whether or not I should go on HRT due to the risks. With that said, the symptoms were creating shear havoc in my life (severe hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia and decreased libido-my poor husband). I am happy to say that after my firs...
10
June 28, 2012
40
135,186
Docetaxel
breast cance
"Had 4 treatments 3 weeks apart. Symptoms still hanging on a month after completion are wrinkled fingertips and a slight feeling like I touched a hot cookie sheet. Very sensitive to spicy foods as tongue felt burnt too."
9
February 11, 2015
8
39,912
Contrave
obesity
"1 month mark and 19 lbs down. It is working. Contrave costs $70 with their discount code. Insurance does not cover it. Sign up with Conrave online AND use free "Scaledown" membership. Scaledown will send you a free digital scale that sends weight results wirelessly to program. Then you track your progress online or b...
9
September 2, 2015
23
199,706
Varenicline
smoking cessation
"This absolutely works. I quit twice but I needed more than 2 months (doctor did not think so). When I got a new RX last year, the cost was out of sight...185.00/month. I had hoped the cost would come down because I know it works. For now, I am in limbo......"
10
February 1, 2017
8
98,301
Nexplanon
birth control
"I got Nexplanon March 23, 2014. I didn't bruise after getting it and didn't bleed. I don't get many periods, and when I do they're very light. I've had one normal period since getting it. I gained weight but it's nothing I can't lose at the gym. I love this birth control and will definitely be getting it again when th...
10
May 4, 2015
3
135,454
Tamiflu
influenza
"My 5 year old son was diagnosed yesterday with influenza. When his fever reached almost 104 I took him to urgent care. He got his first dose only at midnight, but I could see a big difference today. Yesterday he was all lethargic and his high grade fever kept coming back every 4 hours. Today his fever was lower and so...
10
February 25, 2016
2
114,062
Amlodipine
high blood pressure
"I've been taking this drug after Lisinopril caused me to cough 24/7. Started with 5mg for HBP 140/90. Instantly gained about 20lbs. Exercise became more difficult; hands fall asleep at night, every night, unless I wear arm braces; swelling in ankles; general feeling of being in a 'fog' and also very easily irritate...
1
August 25, 2015
67
58,921
Lantus Solostar
diabetes, type 2
"I totally love it! The best medicine that they have ever ever come out with for diabetes type 2!"
10
October 5, 2014
13
217,397
Clarithromycin
sinusitis
"Two hours after the first dose, I had a pounding headache, severe nausea, dizziness/vertigo, a horrible, metallic taste in my mouth. Four hours later the taste has subsided. But headache is still a problem. If I move too quickly, the nausea returns. On the plus side, the pain from the sinus infection is now tolerab...
5
February 16, 2016
9
76,787
Lorcaserin
weight loss
"I LOVE Belviq! I am just starting my 4th week and have lost 13 lbs but more important I have lost a total of 10 1/2 inches from chest, waist and hips. I feel better, I look better and best of all...no side effects!!! Belviq has helped me curb all my cravings! I have cut out pop, sugar, fast food and most dairy. When I...
9
April 25, 2016
45
53,616
Alesse
birth control
"I started the birth control last summer in August and stopped it this April. For the first 6 months of taking the pill I had no problems at all, I felt normal except I did get acne which went away after about 1-3 months. It shortened my period to about 4-5 days instead of my normal week long and a half periods. But ...
7
April 19, 2015
3
221,837
Oxistat
tinea corporis
"Worked great, after the first use my itchiness was gone. And the skin is slowly going back to its regular color. Would highly recommend!"
10
September 22, 2009
11
219,023
Depakote
mania
"i have been using depakote for over one year and it has helped me with my manic episodes, i have not had any since i started the medicine, it does not however do much in regards to racing thoughts and helping me stay positive. hoping for a cure : )"
7
April 6, 2008
84
152,797
Furosemide
high blood pressure
"I have been on Furosemide for about 6 weeks now. I was told I would be racing to the bathroom all the time - not! Probably because I am also on a medicine for "leaking" - Oxybutynin 5 mg one twice daily. I do not get up at night time, do not go much during the day - about every 4 hours; have gained 12 pounds in a m...
5
August 24, 2015
9
64,468
Sertraline
depression
"My husband has had depression and at times severe anxiety for years. He would have anxiety attacks so bad he was sure he was having a full blown heart attack every time, and his anxiety prevented him from sleeping because he was sure he would die in his sleep. His depression was bad as well, he was sure the world woul...
10
April 14, 2016
123
143,121
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I've been on Nexplanon for about one and a half years now. The first 6 months seemed pretty regular. I had no signs of weight gain, my periods were normal. Everything seemed OK until about a year into it, I started noticing I was gaining some weight. I started to have mood swings and felt very depressed most of the t...
3
June 26, 2017
5
181,617
Prozac
anxiety and stress
"I started to take Prozac several months back to get off Effexor. It really made that transition smooth. I take 20mg every other day. I find it helps with Anxiety but, not enough to wean off Klonopin. I know I'm normally over social and Prozac makes me anti-social. I don't mind because I'm only anti-social with people...
8
January 5, 2014
61
102,198
Spiriva
copd, maintenance
"If a doseage has been missed , I can feel the difference within twelve to eighteen hours. I work a physical day and if not for Spiriva and my Salbutamol inhaler , I wouldn't last a few hours."
9
December 11, 2016
17
81,905
Liraglutide
obesity
"I have started Saxenta this morning ( stated with 0.6 to go up to 1.8, will increase every 4th day as the Dr prescribe). I was told to expect nausea but been 4 hrs and other then being thirsty nothing at all. The DR place me on the Saxenta as 7 years ago I was taking antidepressants and the weight just piled on ...
1
November 20, 2016
11
54,498
Bupropion / naltrexone
weight loss
"I have been taking Contrave daily for four months. Week 4- Week 5 was the worst in regards to side effects. I took 1/4 of a Dramamine to counteract the nausea & dizziness as needed. Also, took a stool softener as needed from time to time. To date, I have lost 32 pounds. Doctor recommended low carb/no carb diet to...
10
June 14, 2017
27
190,224
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo
birth control
"I loved this pill and it worked wonderfully for me. As long as I ate with the pill during the first week, I never felt nauseous. The only reason I'm having to switch now is because my insurance no longer covers enough of it and I can't afford $150 a month. Very nervous to leave a pill that worked so well for m...
10
May 25, 2016
15
69,163
Celebrex
osteoarthritis
"What a JOKE! Doesn't do anything unless you count the side effects! You'll only accept constructive criticism, so, avoid a gut ache added to pain, slow burning urination when you NEVER before had an issue. Doctors really need to LISTEN to patients, and stop assuming that they know more about my body than I do. This M...
1
November 26, 2016
24
78,617
Daytrana
adhd
"My 6 year old daughter was put on Daytrana about 8 months after trying Vyvanse and Strattera without success. We had immediate results. She was focused and even her handwriting improved. The patch did leave a red mark that I found Eucerin cream was good for. Here is the but: She developed a tic. Don't let this discou...
9
April 28, 2009
22
125,599
Flagyl
bacterial infection
"I get reoccurring Bacterial Vaginitis. This medication is the only one that works. I've used tea tree oil suppositories, & 500mg boric acid suppositories. You can possibly get a yeast infection if you are sensitive. Boric acid suppositories are the only thing that works for clearing up a yeast infection. Bacteria that...
10
February 2, 2015
7
21,225
Focalin XR
adhd
"Patient has had diarrhea at times since beginning this medicine nearly a year ago."
6
March 10, 2008
17
205,738
Pristiq
depression
"I was very apprehensive about taking yet another anti-depressant, however, I decided after much prodding from my doctor to give it a try. I suffer from moderate anxiety and depression. I was in denial about it and it took a lot (I mean a lot) of my hair coming out from stress for me to admit that I was not okay. I am ...
9
January 25, 2011
10
85,882
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
birth control
"As far as birth control goes-great. It has prevented unwanted pregnancy for me and my boyfriend for a while now; however, ever since I started this birth control I've been very emotional and very forgetful. It's gotten to the point where I have to write down everything."
8
June 29, 2013
18
54,635
Bupropion / naltrexone
weight loss
"I have been on contrave since October 2016. I have currently lost 30lbs. I started my weight loss in February 2016 at 225lb. I am a 5'9" 35yr female. The first months I was on adipex and lost 50lbs with that plus diet and exercise. I currently weight 145lb and consider myself at a stopping point. I feel contrave is h...
9
May 11, 2017
19
14,362
Buprenorphine / naloxone
opiate dependence
"I just recently started my Suboxone induction 2 days ago. I am 20 years old an have been addicted to opiates since I was 17, at worst I was using 4 O.C's a day or 5 baloons of heroin a day. Only using Suboxone for 3 days I am very happy to say I'm starting to feel normal again. No withdrawals at all. I am currently ta...
10
April 21, 2010
15
843
Silodosin
benign prostatic hyperplasia
"Seemed to work for about two 1/2 weeks, then wore off and symptoms returned. I would of had to stop taking anyway due to unbelievable nasal congestion. Tried to stick with it for 3 more weeks, but since I could not breath through my nose had trouble with sleep also. Also no sperm at all. Two weeks after stopping s...
1
October 16, 2017
2
120,083
Kadian
chronic pain
"Two scripts (different mg) Kadian(brand only) therapeutic amount by far the best long acting narcotic I've taken (with Lyrica ,Topomax , Zanaflex, etc). Struck by lightning- neurological effects; fibromyalgia; thoracic outlet syndrome; spinal stenosis in cervical, thoracic & lumbar. 3 level lumbar decompression -power...
9
February 25, 2014
45
6,962
Aluminum chloride hexahydrate
hyperhidrosis
"PLEASE READ: Are you afraid of shaking people's hands? Do pencils slip from your grip? Have sweaty hands during the dead of Winter? Afraid of handling loose change? Do you WANT a change? LOOK NO FURTHER THAN DRYSOL! I've had all the above problems and MORE for so many years; I've been embarrassed and socially...
10
December 25, 2015
16
122,303
Selegiline
depression
"I started Emsam when hospitalized. My doctor noticed the positive effects before I did. She noticed I was thinking more clearly and more active. After 2 weeks I began to notice my mental clarity. After 1 month I cleaned my house in 1 day and began to shower, dress, apply make up and do my hair every day. I did no...
8
September 20, 2011
80
188,994
Olmesartan
high blood pressure
"I am taking Benicar HCT 40/25 I have NO sex drive and really bad leg cramps if I stretch, I immediately get a Charlie horse."
6
April 1, 2015
55
103,193
Estarylla
birth control
"I have been on this pill for about 8 months now, and I go on here and read these reviews and wonder where people are getting this from. I understand everyone's body is different, and reacts differently to different pills. For me, this pill cleared almost all my acne, I haven't gained weight, my super painful cramps ha...
10
February 27, 2017
10
147,589
Aviane
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"I just started using Avaine about a 2 weeks ago. I noticed that my breasts feel a bit heavier (which may be a good thing for a small girl like me) but I do notice that I am slightly aggravated at very minor things (Mood swings). Slight cramping here and there but nothing too bad. I also feel a bit bloated during the e...
7
September 29, 2010
1
21,307
Sunitinib
renal cell carcinoma
"I've been on Sutent for 18 months, I had my primary tumour removed but have 7 metastities on my aorta, these have all reduced in size by approx. 70%. I have had very managable side effects and put this down to diet change: no sugar, low carb and minimal alcohol. I'm 42 and I'm leading a very active life thanks to Sute...
7
February 14, 2010
77
205,571
Pristiq
post traumatic stress disorde
"The first couple of weeks of Pristiq were rough. The usual side effects, nausea, dry mouth, drowsiness. In the second week a lot of rage erupted, and I had another post traumatic stress disorder flashback. But I persisted throughout all of this, and the rewards are finally here. It's now the end of the third week, and...
8
June 7, 2012
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