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119,379 | Testosterone | hypogonadism, male | "I am 70 and after blood test was told by my doctor that my testosterone level was very low compared to my last test 5 years earlier. I was not getting erections very much at all, could not get off when I did, was pretty stressed, irritable, and just not feeling very up.
I've been on Axiron for 5 weeks and things ha... | 9 | June 9, 2014 | 57 |
121,370 | Venlafaxine | depression | "It's good Friday 2016. I got up today at 1pm. I went to bed at 11pm last night. My wife claims the dose isn't helping. it sure is helping me sleep, I have not added or changed any other meds." | 7 | March 25, 2016 | 0 |
213,400 | Cobicistat / elvitegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir | hiv infection | "Easy to take. A little leg pain (not sure if it's related to meds)...besides that absolutely no side effects. I take with a good meal." | 10 | April 5, 2017 | 2 |
72,678 | Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | birth control | "I think this BC pill is OK. It makes my intestines gassy all the time. I think it also has made me gain weight. I feel swollen all the time. I get very short menstural cyles once a month." | 5 | October 11, 2015 | 1 |
230,843 | Milnacipran | ibromyalgia | "I have taken Savella for 5 weeks, 50 mg bid. It definitely has helped decrease the pain and helped me be able to live again. The first few days on it I experienced some agitation, but after that it was good. The only negative that I have noticed is that I have gained 2.5 pounds every week since I have been on it an... | 7 | July 21, 2016 | 33 |
43,450 | Hydromorphone | chronic pain | "Most effective opoid pain medication for me. Long story short, my spine is messed up from stem to stern: scoliosis, osteoarthritis, osteophytes, spinal stenosis etc. It all got much worse after my son was born which was when I was first put on the trial and error opoid rollercoaster. Tylenol 3 codeine quickly became i... | 9 | February 24, 2015 | 70 |
66,728 | Seroquel | schizoaffective disorde | "Don't worry about weight gain! I've taken Seroquel for two years, and let me tell you you can stay fit and or lose weight! The hardest is the munchies at night, but if you can control that and or snack healthy you will be FINE. You don't have to have a strict diet on this medication. Exercise and eat healthy as much a... | 9 | November 21, 2014 | 42 |
217,898 | Strattera | adhd | "Been on Strattera for 3 months and can't wait to get off it! It had helped my concentration to an okay extent but I'm having bizarre side effects such as leaking semen followed by testicular pain, paranoia, weird thoughts, anxiety and slight tics.
Not recommended for long term use!" | 3 | August 14, 2010 | 14 |
227,931 | Etonogestrel | birth control | "I received the Implanon after giving birth to my first son. I thought this would be great because I forget to take the pill. Well it is great. I am not pregnant. However, I am having the WORST side effect of them all. I AM LOOSING MY HAIR. I have got to get it out. I walked in thinking that this would not happen to me... | 3 | June 25, 2011 | 0 |
231,047 | Milnacipran | ibromyalgia | "I have been on Savella for 3 months now and it is the most effective medication I have taken for fibromyalgia to date. I've tried Cymbalta and Pristiq. It is not without side effects though. I have a rapid heartbeat, and stay on the verge of throwing up, but.....pain is not the first thing I think of when I get out... | 9 | March 22, 2010 | 30 |
187,152 | Azelastine / fluticasone | allergic rhinitis | "The positives for me were that it immediately helped with my itchy nose. However, it didn't completely get rid of it. I was taking it in the morning and at night and I felt so drugged and irritated. I really had to make myself do anything during the day. All I wanted to do was sleep. I've gone back to just suffering t... | 5 | May 24, 2016 | 6 |
46,891 | Xenical | obesity | "Took it for one month and a half. Didn't lose even one pound! It didn't work for me obviously. I have to say that yes you excrete fat when you eat fatty things and on days where you watch your food choices, it keeps you clean. But either ways, no results for me." | 2 | September 8, 2015 | 37 |
170,045 | Quetiapine | insomnia | "I was initially prescribed Quetiapine for bipolar / insomnia in addition to the Depakote I was already taking. I was to start at 50 MG and gradually build up to 200 MG, but the first night taking it at 50 MG completely knocked me out for the night and the following day. The effects felt a little less strong the follow... | 8 | September 2, 2017 | 13 |
87,926 | Clindamycin | bacterial vaginitis | "I've had BV for years and have taken metronidazole numerous times. Even with me following specific vaginal care it still quickly came back. I literally had to use tampons on days i had no period to avoid the discharge and odor on certain days of the month when it shows up. I researched what else could help and saw c... | 9 | October 29, 2016 | 38 |
70,061 | Tenex | high blood pressure | "This medication makes me feel very weak no matter what time of the day I take it. I would not recommend it for anxiety seeing as you have to take it every day in order for it to lower blood pressure and make stressful situations more bearable instead of taking it as needed." | 5 | November 15, 2009 | 22 |
133,991 | Bethanechol | urinary retention | "Has anyone else choked on taking this medicine because it starts dissolving as you take it? It lodged in my throat this morning and I couldn't breathe. My hands we going numb but managed to stay somewhat calm until it dissolved enough to throw it up. Usually it comes back up before it gets stuck" | 5 | October 25, 2016 | 1 |
50,090 | Gabapentin | anxiety | "I have been hiv positive for 3 years when I asked my doctor if my hiv meds were actually giving me side effects of anxiety and panic attacks. I am taking truvada and isentress and although I am very happy with my meds, I really noticed that When I started the hiv meds, I become very anxious and paranoid of negative t... | 10 | August 12, 2015 | 85 |
21,297 | Sunitinib | renal cell carcinoma | "I was diagnosed with Renal Cell Carcinoma on the 30/1/14 stage 4 with tumors on my lymph nodes and around my stomach and was told I had 9/12 months to live, my left kidney was removed in Sept 13 but this was my downfall and the Cancer spread. After starting Sutent in February I can honestly say it has helped me, the t... | 8 | August 4, 2014 | 10 |
184,694 | Canagliflozin | diabetes, type 2 | "At first I liked it. My Endocrinologist was waiting for it to be approved and available, so put me on it once it was. It lowered my Blood Sugar and my Blood Pressure. I did not lose weight as some do (which I suspect is mostly water weight from urinating more). I had to stop my blood pressure medicine because I felt ... | 1 | April 17, 2017 | 26 |
116,694 | Lamictal | bipolar disorde | "This medication completely turned my life around. For 2 years I've been going through countless of antidepressant cocktails without much luck (one of them was Effexor and Mirtazapine which apparently is one of the most effective combos)
It was until a few months ago when I demanded being evaluated for bipolar diso... | 10 | February 24, 2017 | 31 |
46,753 | Clindamycin | acne | "Do not take this!! Worst experience of my life. Made my acne 100X worse. Also made my face really red and greasy. Not effective AT ALL. I have no idea why my doctor would prescribe me this. Ruined my life, can't stand being seen like this.
Try benzoyl peroxide. Much more effective. Dries out your skin, but an ea... | 1 | March 29, 2016 | 28 |
43,517 | Hydromorphone | pain | "This is a much more potent pain relief than Demerol." | 9 | March 9, 2010 | 15 |
211,704 | Lamotrigine | bipolar disorde | "After many trials and error, I found that 200mg at bedtime is the best for me. I ran out of refills about 4 months ago and had to go without for another month before I could see a Dr. I know that's not safe but I had no choice. My family as well as myself could notice the difference in my mood swings within a week!" | 8 | June 5, 2017 | 12 |
6,191 | Minastrin 24 Fe | birth control | "My DR started me on this pill 2 months ago. I'm 22 and have never been sexually active. She started me on this pill because my PCOS made me not get a period in over a year. My period came back on week 3 of the pill, then continued for 2 weeks. It was very heavy and painful, but I guess that's what happens when you don... | 7 | April 28, 2015 | 6 |
55,312 | Bupropion / naltrexone | obesity | "Started Contrave Dec 6th and down 8lbs today. Taking 2 a day now and not one side effect. My appetite is less but I also watch my food intake as well as workout to the 21 day fix. I recommend this to anyone that is serious and ready to make changes to a healthier lifestyle." | 8 | December 15, 2015 | 8 |
191,982 | Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol | menstrual disorders | "I'm into my fourth month of Vestura (generic Yaz), and I'm a deeply worried. When I first began this BC, I experienced very few major side effects. A lot of people talk about the emotional mood swings of BC, but I'm a graduate student and I already suffer from undiagnosed depression, so my emotions on BC are the same ... | 4 | December 13, 2016 | 0 |
13,019 | Vardenafil | erectile dysfunction | "Great product! It works well for me, especially when I take it on an empty or partially empty stomach. I'm 47 and my wife tells me that my erections are harder and longer." | 8 | September 20, 2011 | 31 |
159,390 | Estrace Vaginal Cream | atrophic vaginitis | "Soreness is gone. It makes me feel like a new woman again. And I have no side effects that I know of from it. But it is expensive." | 9 | June 25, 2013 | 143 |
27,820 | Lexapro | generalized anxiety disorde | "I've been taking Cipralex on and off for the last 7 years but have been on it steady for the last 2yrs. This time I've only been taking 5mg. because of the side effects I got before, but due to certain circumstances in my life I need to increase it because my depression has worsened and my anxiety is very high. The re... | 7 | November 25, 2016 | 7 |
214,638 | Escitalopram | borderline personality disorde | "It's the only thing I've found that helps with the impulsivity, anxiety and rage fits. It helps me function like a normal person. I do get side effects of having trouble getting to sleep and being a light sleeper with no dreams and yawning a lot. When first starting it I also experienced nausea for the first few days.... | 9 | August 3, 2017 | 3 |
126,246 | Viibryd | depression | "3rd week, and I'm only on 15 mg. I am very sensitive to medication. For instance, Zoloft completely zonked me and all I did was sleep. I started taking Viibryd at night, but didn't sleep for 3 nights. I switched to mornings and have had no trouble sleeping at night. I take it with a meal and have not had nausea, etc. ... | 6 | November 19, 2011 | 37 |
188,282 | ParaGard | birth control | "Got it fitted over a year ago and can't complain. Yes, the periods are heavy on it but regular and predictable. Btw, for all the negative reviews here that sound as if the same person wrote it during the same timeframe, read the label - it is non hormonal! It also says that the periods will get heavier but more regula... | 9 | July 26, 2017 | 3 |
46,097 | Repatha | high cholesterol | "I started taking 1 injection/mo. in July of 2017. It brought my numbers down immediately....Total cholesterol 157, HDL 58, LDL 77...not bad from where I was. Then after the 2nd injection in August, I started getting severe pain on my right inner thigh, then left inner thigh. Kind of like an electric shock, so bad, I ... | 2 | December 5, 2017 | 3 |
141,782 | Escitalopram | depression | "Overall I would say this medicine is very succesful in treating my depression. However, ever since starting (5 months ago) I have insomnia and sexual difficulties. These two problems are significant enough to where I am choosing to opt off this medicine. That being said, these type of medicines have different side ... | 7 | May 24, 2011 | 6 |
3,179 | Nitrofurantoin | urinary tract infection | "I have had this medication 3 times now and on taking the very first tablet after about 5 hours it felt like I had been hit by a truck. Really fast heart, aching all over, couldn't even walk to the loo had to crawl on all fours, terrible headache, really bad flu symptoms. It lasted 24 hour for the heart rate to go down... | 1 | November 25, 2016 | 3 |
136,883 | Isotretinoin | acne | "I'm a male and about as soon as I hit puberty (around 11-12) I got the full force of whiteheads on my forehead. It was terrible. I was self-conscious and confidence deprived. I started using Proactive, which didn't work and it irritated my skin very bad. My forehead acne gradually went away on its own though, but anot... | 10 | August 10, 2017 | 7 |
48,643 | Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel | birth control | "I've been on orsynthia since I was 14. I am now almost 19. I am nauseous a lot and cry for no reason. I am very moody all of the time and and have a lot of mood swings. I have an EXTREMELY low sex drive, to the point that I think it will ruin my relationship some day. I am sexually active but I am always safe using co... | 4 | May 7, 2017 | 6 |
18,190 | Ethinyl estradiol / etonogestrel | birth control | "This is a fantastic form of birth control! I've been using it for about 8 months now and I absolutely love it. I have yet to experience any negative side effects. It's just so simple; insert and remove. One great benefit: my periods are extremely regular now." | 10 | April 25, 2011 | 1 |
107,218 | Implanon | birth control | "I got the Implanon about a year ago. In the beginning everything was wonderful and I had no symptoms. Then, about 7 months into it I started spotting, and my hair has stopped growing. After 5 months of straight spotting and gaining 25 pounds my doctor wants me off of it ASAP. This works for some people, but it definit... | 5 | February 1, 2012 | 0 |
133,709 | Bactrim DS | bacterial skin infection | "I was diagnosed with a MRSA Impetigo skin infection and was prescribed the Bactrim DS as well as Bactroban ointment, therefore I cannot know which helped the most, but it did work 95%. I stll have a pink area and the original cut that started this all is still slightly visible. This oral med made me feel horrible. Eve... | 9 | November 13, 2015 | 16 |
64,689 | Sertraline | depression | "I have my life back.
I became incapable of normal day to day life through a combination of major depression and anxiety. I almost lost my relationship, my future - my life.
I was first put on fluoxotine with another medication and CBT by a useless dr. I opened my mind to try again which was brave after my fir... | 10 | December 21, 2015 | 36 |
202,155 | Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin | acne | "It's been only two days but I don't feel any itching or flakiness or redness. Is it normal or does that mean the medicine isn't working? I feel a better texture on my face though. Please help!" | 8 | June 12, 2015 | 4 |
90,733 | Chateal | birth control | "On the plus side, this pill did the job. I certainly did not get pregnant over the 9 months I was on it. That's it. On the bad side, this pill gave me the worst acne I have ever had. It was long until I realized that it was this pill causing my acne. Stopped taking it, and acne went away. Scars are still fading. " | 3 | December 2, 2014 | 11 |
82,537 | Liraglutide | diabetes, type 2 | "Just started on Victoza 3 days ago. Self injection seems a bit daunting at first, but in reality, it's nothing. No nausea at 0.6 so soon to 1.2. Right now I weigh 295 pounds, and should weigh 180, so we'll see what happens. Morning blood sugar this morning was 93. I can live with THAT.
By the way, "eggy burps... | 10 | July 24, 2010 | 134 |
174,068 | Valium | anxiety | "This is the ONLY medicine in the benzodiazepine family that is useful to me for BOTH panic attacks AND sleep! Great results." | 10 | October 15, 2014 | 152 |
176,289 | Lorazepam | light anesthesia | "I have extreme dental anxiety. The dentist prescribed 3 mg an hour prior to dental work along with a valium the evening before and the procedure went wonderful. I did not feel any pain although I was a bit loopy the rest of the day :) I went home after the procedure and went to bed. No lingering effects. I had 2 ... | 10 | June 16, 2016 | 12 |
195,626 | Aviane | birth control | "Aviane works very well in preventing unwanted pregnancies. I have shorter and lighter cycles. However, I've gained 15 lbs on Aviane and my breasts have went up a cup size and I already had huge breast. Also, I noticed myself being more moody and having side effects such as nausea and headaches. Overall, the Aviane is ... | 7 | August 1, 2012 | 4 |
83,120 | Paxil | panic disorde | "I was diagnosed with Panic Disorder in 2001. I immediately started taking Paxil. At 40mg/day I felt GREAT! No more panic attacks and my concentration improved significantly! For those that find that Paxil does NOT work, please have your thyroid checked. Thyroid problems are closely interconnected with anxiety/depressi... | 9 | December 28, 2012 | 73 |
142,843 | Levonorgestrel | birth control | "This birth control insertion wasn't painful at all for me. I got it inserted May 31 2017. I spotted after it got put in and I've been bleeding ever since. I don't know when I will stop bleeding but I hope it's soon. I love it so far. It's like it isn't there. It doesn't bother me. I just wish I would stop bleeding." | 5 | July 1, 2017 | 1 |
104,630 | Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel | birth control | "Granted this is one of only two different birth control pills I have ever used, but it has been extremely easy to deal with. I have not gained weight, yes there can be a little bit of breakthrough bleeding in the first few months, but that is completely normal for acclimating physically to the pill. This pill is an ex... | 10 | April 23, 2011 | 8 |
62,142 | Citalopram | generalized anxiety disorde | "I have lived with Generalized Anxiety Disorder for as long as I can remember, like being sick before going to school every morning (I'm now 40). Nearly a year ago, my doctor tried me on Citalopram, mainly to help with headaches and muscle tension, but he commented it might help my anxiety as well (have had counseling... | 6 | May 20, 2014 | 50 |
25,259 | Tofacitinib | rheumatoid arthritis | "This medication caused me to have major side effects and I do not recommend taking it to anyone." | 1 | January 13, 2017 | 22 |
224,518 | Levothyroxine | hypothyroidism, after thyroid removal | "I've had my thyroid removed 10 months ago and I started taking the lowest dose of Levothyroxine (generic) six weeks after the surgery. I had my blood work done and dosage adjusted every six weeks until I ended up at 137 mcg daily, 5 months after the surgery. Then I switched to Synthroid brand. All this adjusting was d... | 10 | October 14, 2011 | 159 |
191,791 | Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol | birth control | "22 year old with a history of anxiety, and have found absolutely no issues with Yaz. Decided to make the switch after feeling overly emotional on Levlen. Was a little reluctant after reading reviews, but haven't experienced any side-effects at all, or at least if I have, they've been too minimal for me to notice!" | 9 | July 12, 2017 | 10 |
149,589 | Mirena | birth control | "Very good. Have had it for 5 yrs. This is my renewal year and the replacement went well." | 10 | October 31, 2012 | 5 |
187,365 | Orencia | rheumatoid arthritis | "I've been doing the infusion for three months now. It hasn't improved any of my symptoms at all. Day of infusion I get severe low back/hip pain & I'm exhausted. The two days following I sleep a lot & feel awful." | 3 | June 20, 2017 | 11 |
77,864 | Moxifloxacin | bronchitis | "Wonder drug in my opinion. It cleared me up in 2.5 days and I discontinued use. I almost didn't believe I actually WAS sick in the first place because of how quickly it worked... I thought maybe it was allergy? Skeptic and Non- compliant patient, I know. It came back 3 weeks later.... I'm not as successful this time... | 9 | September 24, 2009 | 9 |
36,625 | Fentanyl | pain | "These have saved my life, I've been on the patch for 3 months, 25 mcg, every 48 hours. I think maybe one more adjustment will do it. Keep in mind they are to be used with a breakthrough medicine also. Well since I've been on patches I forgot about pills. Still have to take them though. I have 6 year old boy I can play... | 10 | April 23, 2012 | 72 |
167,377 | Levonorgestrel | birth control | "Horrible product. I regret ever getting this inserted. Nothing but heavier periods, headaches, mood swings, weight gain, just all around pain in the ass. I had it removed over 2 years ago, and my body is completely out of whack from it. I cannot get pregnant (have been trying to have our 2nd for over a year now) an... | 1 | March 29, 2016 | 2 |
113,325 | Bisacodyl | constipation | "Gave me very very Bad cramps with minimal bowl movement. I would never recommend this to anyone" | 1 | September 25, 2015 | 5 |
156,845 | Transderm-Scop | motion sickness | "Second time I have used, first was for a 3 day cruise this time for 5. I was OK while wearing it but a few hours after I took it off I got dizzy and very nauseated with blurred vision. Dramamine helped some. Next day I felt awful but ran a half Marathon and ended up in urgent care because I was so nauseated after and ... | 3 | October 16, 2012 | 12 |
85,889 | Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate | birth control | "I have been on Sprintec for about 6 months. It has been great with preventing pregnancy and keep my face clear, besides the occasional break out right before my period. BUT...about an hour or so after I take my pill I get extremely nauseous. I've tried taking it with food or right before I eat but nothing seems to hel... | 5 | June 18, 2013 | 12 |
154,573 | Bunavail | opiate dependence | "Horrible, was on 8mg suboxe a day for a week and my doctor just switched randomly after I told him I did not want bunavail he gave me 3 weeks worth and it sucks the depression I get in the middle of the day I still feel shitty and still want to use! I actually went and relapsed after taking 2 4.2 mg tabs and almost fe... | 1 | August 18, 2016 | 14 |
166,272 | Levonorgestrel | birth control | "Im a 22 year old college student and today, I received my Skyla IUD. I must say I, I read so many reviews on the days leading up to my insertion. I was anxious and nervous about the pain and cramping. My nurse practicioner talked me throughout the whole process and I even had a nurse holding my hand. It was absolutel... | 8 | December 12, 2016 | 8 |
105,622 | Methylprednisolone | inflammatory conditions | "This drug is AMAZING! After I taken this medicine I was back to myself! I was barely walking, my hands were throbbing and killing me, pain behind my knees, I have something that is attacking all my joints, my orthropedic Dr. subscribed this to me until I could see an R.A. Dr." | 10 | September 25, 2016 | 39 |
209,344 | Nifedipine | raynaud's syndrome | "I have found this medicine very helpful. There was an adjustment period with headaches and dizziness. But it did get better, and the improvements are well worth it." | 10 | February 9, 2011 | 26 |
126,222 | Viibryd | depression | "At first, between the spontaneous nausea, diarrhea, and brain zaps, I thought I couldn't handle it. I have been on every SSRI known to science including Cymbalta. The side effects of Viibryd were so bad when I went to 20mg so I ask my Doctor if we could just go back to the 10mg for a couple more weeks. 2 days after... | 9 | April 6, 2012 | 61 |
68,761 | Medroxyprogesterone | abnormal uterine bleeding | "So I took the shot of august of 2015 and it was all good for a while. Then by the next year in august I got my shot. It had been a year since I was on it. Then for pretty much the next 3 months all I did was bleed. And it was very heavy. I had talked to my nurse and she said if it haven't gone down that something wase... | 1 | November 12, 2016 | 6 |
167,200 | Levonorgestrel | abnormal uterine bleeding | "I found the mirena great. It wasn't very painful to have put in. It took 6/8 months to settle. For the first month's I had bleeding on and off all month. After 8 months I hadn't any periods. I replaced it with a new coil after 5 years.
The only side effects I noticed were ance between 8months and 12 months." | 9 | April 24, 2016 | 9 |
78,124 | Zyprexa | depression | "Would give this a 10. Have tried every anxiety/depression, SSRIs and MAOIs, etc. out there. One day on this and I felt wonderful, like I woke up as a new normal person. Yes you may gain a lot of weight but only if you eat carbs. You just cannot take this and eat chips, candy, etc. Lean meats, proteins and veg and you ... | 10 | January 10, 2014 | 214 |
1,577 | Eluxadoline | irritable bowel syndrome | "Female over 30 here. I have had IBS-D for about 3 years since I had my gallbladder removed. I've only been taking Viberzi for a couple of days so far and while I started getting abdominal cramps day two, they're not awful and something I hope will not get worse, but I'm having maybe 2 bm's a day and not running to the... | 7 | September 30, 2016 | 14 |
188,853 | Prevacid | gerd | "Took first pill yesterday, later on that day I started feeling lightheaded and dizzy, and by evening headachy. This morning I looked at this sight and saw that dizziness was one of side effects. " | 4 | June 10, 2013 | 39 |
95,615 | Efinaconazole | onychomycosis, toenail | "amazing only thing that worked on a stubborn toe nail fungus. Within 2 weeks I noticed that a new healthy nail was emerging from the nail bed and the nasty one was growing out. There is no more new accumulation of keratin under my nail, no more gross odour and no more pain!! It has been 1.5mnths. I have maybe a 1... | 10 | September 26, 2016 | 13 |
46,919 | Gildess 24 Fe | birth control | "I started taking this pill, because the other one orsythia was making me feel sad and angry before or after my cycle. So Dr prescribed this one. I took it for a month. Changing pills made me have spotting for two weeks then I notice I did not wanted to run, walk, or clean. I had no desire to do anything at all. It m... | 2 | January 29, 2017 | 0 |
73,301 | Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | birth control | "I've been taking this for 6 months. First just let me say that ever since I started my VERY first pill I have had unprotected sex with my boyfriend. Since the first pill until now we have never wore a condom. I didn't even have my period until the 5th pack. My face cleared up and I actually lost weight!! BUT I was alw... | 8 | April 17, 2014 | 23 |
106,750 | Implanon | birth control | "Going on my second year. I bled consistently for the first 3 months, then my period would come every other month, alternating being super light or morbidly heavy. The first full year I would get painful menstrual cramps, whether I was on my cycle or not. Since I have started my second year I have noticed that my cycl... | 4 | July 22, 2015 | 1 |
85,231 | Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate | birth control | "My doctor switched me to Sprintec-28 from Levora. I was on Levora for 10 years and still suffered from mild/severe acne. Once I switched to Sprintec, within 3 months my skin cleared up! If you continue daily face care, including washing your face daily with mild cleansers and moisturizers, acne will subside." | 9 | October 5, 2015 | 3 |
91,433 | Anastrozole | breast cance | "I have been taking arimidex for 2 months. Within the first two weeks my osteoarthritis has deteriorated from tolerable to barely able to walk. I can not stand for long periods. My knees get stiff each time I sit. I have received a series if Ortho visc injections and am hoping for a miracle. I must keep working for ins... | 6 | June 3, 2016 | 65 |
51,000 | Azithromycin | upper respiratory tract infection | "I took for 5 days but it didn't help at all. Now starting Levofloxacin " | 1 | January 28, 2017 | 3 |
168,690 | Vilazodone | anxiety | "Started this in May 2015 and side effects were life threatening. F, 5'6" and 117lbs. I take 75 mg adderall a day. I started to have severe anxiety attacks and the doctor gave me 2 packs of viibryd samples from the medicine room and put me on this devil drug. Background I have Addison's Disease which is pretty much jus... | 1 | January 13, 2016 | 3 |
134,586 | Ketorolac | pain | "Started taking toradol before diagnosed with fibromyalgia, it did little for my joint pain but helped some with my arthritis. For fibromyalgia it was pretty usless and I ended up after several long painful months having to go to opiates and chose to leave my job verses caring for patients while medicated." | 4 | August 10, 2015 | 9 |
201,597 | Zoloft | premenstrual dysphoric disorde | "I started Zoloft in July. I never wanted to be on medication this was my last resort. I was a wreck mentally. I was only stable the week after my period, I would get very moody. My moods range from depression to panic attacks and so forth. The first 3 days were the hardest, the medicine seemed to make my symptoms ... | 9 | December 12, 2013 | 134 |
164,686 | Phentermine / topiramate | weight loss | "Update: Started Qsymia on 3/23/17 and today is 10/27/17. Little over 7 months. I’m on the 7.5/46mg dosage. I’m a 29 yo female 5’8”. Starting weight was 353.0lbs. Today my scale said 304.9lbs. 48.1lbs down. The lowest I’ve seen is 302. I’m at a period where my weight is stalling a little. I don’t think it’s because the... | 10 | October 27, 2017 | 10 |
195,274 | Prometrium | progesterone insufficiency | "I was diagnosed with hyperplasia. I was experiencing very heavy, clotty periods for YEARS. I thought this was normal until I had a month long period. This pill is heaven sent. I have not had a period for about 8 months, have lost a tone of weight, have more energy than I have had in years and I would say the only side... | 10 | November 22, 2016 | 14 |
226,784 | Etonogestrel | birth control | "I got nexplanon in 11/14. It's been a few months & it works great. No pregnancy scares & no loss of sex drive. Unfortunately, side effects are heavily weighing on me. I have been so depressed ever since I got it. I don't feel like doing anything but cry. I have intense mood swings where within 5 minutes I'll change fr... | 6 | March 26, 2015 | 0 |
180,633 | Adderall XR | adhd | "I love it, it helps me succeed in subjects/ work tasks that I have struggled with so much in the past which has affected my self esteem. I have been on it for 5 years. I take 20 mg twice a day, and feel a need to go up a bit for the dosage, it's been a while and doesn't feel as effective. " | 9 | November 30, 2014 | 30 |
210,369 | Linzess | constipation, chronic | "Linzess is a wonderful medicine. Provides optimal relief
of chronic constipation within hours of ingesting it, without any cramping that I have experienced with similar medicines & over the counter laxatives!" | 10 | October 9, 2014 | 67 |
130,095 | Levonorgestrel | birth control | "Firstly it is worth noting that I chose this form of birth control as a complete last resort and rather hesitently, I have tried 3 different types of combined pill, a progesterone only pill and a Nexplanon (bled everyday for 18 months) I am 24. I also suffered from constant yeast infections, my doctor said it was wort... | 10 | November 16, 2014 | 8 |
23,778 | Saphris | bipolar disorde | "Worst medication I've ever been on. It has made me very flat, depressed, quiet, overweight, and also a case of anhedonia. I can't even talk to people anymore, just short answers and no enthusiasm. I also don't even enjoy nature anymore and I used to LOVE the outdoors. I've been feeling like a robot ever since I went o... | 1 | April 23, 2017 | 10 |
167,463 | Levonorgestrel | birth control | "I got the mirena in November 2015 and on February 23, 2016 I had horrible double over in pain type pain and cramps. I didn't know what was going on and it got to the point where I couldn't move, walk or sit. I went to the dr and had blood drawn and a urinalysis. Both tests came back normal so the dr ordered an pelvic... | 1 | March 3, 2016 | 8 |
37,482 | Vyvanse | adhd | "I have been able to focus so much more, I feel like my life is back in order. I'm able to do things that I would struggle with in the past. Some of the feelings in my body are numb when I do the activities, which is different. All my anxiety is gone. I don't feel hungry often, and I randomly crash for sleep. This is o... | 10 | November 9, 2012 | 16 |
76,560 | Lorcaserin | obesity | "I will be starting belviq Sunday due to some of the comments saying make sure to start and stop when nothing is going on! (I have a big event Saturday) but I am posting because of the price. I went online printed the coupon filled out all the info etc before using the coupon it was $88 out of pocket even with my insu... | 5 | May 19, 2017 | 8 |
159,497 | Gabapentin enacarbil | postherpetic neuralgia | "If you have had shingles you know that the pain doesn't go away after the rash is gone. I couldn't take it anymore so I talked to a Neurologist who prescribed Horizant twice a day and in one week the pain was already less severe. I have been on this medication for 3 months and feel a lot better." | 10 | July 20, 2017 | 3 |
111,394 | Ledipasvir / sofosbuvir | hepatitis c | "Contracted Hep C in late teens. No symptoms until in my 50s (year 2000). Went on Interferon & Ribavirin for all of 2001. Brutal drug regimen with daily shots to go with it. Lost 40 pounds while eating 3 times my usual calorie intake. Basically like having the flu accompanied with diahrea and bizarre emotional effects.... | 10 | February 5, 2016 | 45 |
145,350 | Zithromax | sinusitis | "I was prescribed a five day round with the Z-pak after developing a severe flu-like upper respiratory infection with stuffed and painful sinuses plus aches, sore throat, diarrhea, muscle pain, nausea, and more. I had a Rituxan infusion, and all of this started the next day (common side effects or adverse events). I ha... | 10 | January 20, 2017 | 17 |
135,436 | Tamiflu | influenza prophylaxis | "I came down with the flu TYPE B a local clinic wrote me a prescription. The Dr told me it wouldn't make me feel better but rather shorten the duration. I figured might as well try it. I've stopped after 3 doses - awful diarrhea and nausea. I'd rather let nature take its course than go through what I have for the last ... | 1 | April 1, 2015 | 10 |
210,902 | Mirtazapine | obsessive compulsive disorde | "It's effective as a sleep aid and a increase in appetite but, my anxiety got extremely worse." | 5 | January 30, 2016 | 5 |
5,912 | Opana | pain | "Been taking Opana for 15 months now and couldn't be happier. Diagnosed with DDD in my L-4, L-5, S-1. scoliosis, and fibromyalgia 3 years ago. My PM doctor put me on MS Contin 60 mg 2xs a day which I had an allergic reaction to%u2026 My feet and legs swelled up. He then put me on a fentanyl patch 75mcg, which my body d... | 10 | August 7, 2015 | 38 |
169,080 | Vilazodone | depression | "By Week 5 on 40 mg, I went through the typical nausea, it all went away nicely after week 3 or so. Then came the arm jerks. Only happened a couple of times, enough to wake me up, doc said to keep on the Viibryd. Next day had a headache, no big deal though, and a couple of days went by after that without problems. Then... | 1 | January 21, 2012 | 72 |
154,769 | Metronidazole | bacterial vaginitis | "Nastiest pill ever taken! Ugh the taste is horrible and I never got passed it. Took the pill 2 times a day (I took it day and night) for 7 days. Smell disappeared after the 1st day and other symptoms (such as burning) disappeared after the 3rd day. Only side effect I experienced was darkened urine but that's it. I wou... | 10 | January 28, 2017 | 7 |
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