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15,701 | Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | birth control | "I have never suffered from acne but after 3 months of taking this birth control I started breaking out with cystic acne,pimples and white heads. I also bought proactive and it didn't help me form breaking out I have been off this bc for two days ." | 1 | October 21, 2016 | 1 | 47 |
84,334 | Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate | birth control | "This is hands down the worst birth control I've ever been on!! I've never been so bloated, exhausted and miserable. I've gotten horrible pains In my ovaries, not to mention my stomach is a mess. I've also broken out like crazy! I've called my insurance company and I'm going to pay 50$ a month to go back to ortho tri cyclen because I never want to feel like this again. This differently isn't the same as ortho tri cyclen . If you have a choice I suggest pick any other birth control besides tri lo sprintec!" | 1 | January 19, 2017 | 2 | 96 |
214,023 | Tioconazole | vaginal yeast infection | "Horrid. Horrid on every level. Felt a YI coming on (I get them once or twice every summer) I usually go the Diflucan route but right now without health insurance I'm pretty limited. Decided to use the Ovule since it seemed quicker and less messy - HUGE MISTAKE. Please ladies, spare your poor vaginas this torture!!!! Reading the reviews on here is the only thing making me feel better because I can see I'm not alone! Inserted the Ovule at 11pm last night, and all day today have been dealing with ungodly burning and itching, the burn literally feels like fire. Calling out from work is not an option so I just had to sit and try not to cry or kill myself! It's now almost 7pm and STILL burning like all hell - not worth it!!!!" | 1 | June 16, 2016 | 4 | 137 |
177,211 | Duloxetine | generalized anxiety disorde | "I took Cymbalta for the first time last night. Within an hour I was falling asleep on the couch, which I never do. Usually I have insomnia, but I slept through the night. However, when I woke up I was violently nauseous and had to take an anti nausea medication (which I sometimes use when my anxiety is really bad cause it makes me sick). I attempted to go about my normal day, but found myself having to take two naps because I was excessively tired. I've been watching and reading about this medication all day and I am terrified to take another dose because of the side effects and ultimate withdrawal I'll experience if it doesn't work out. I noticed today, through my headache and tiredness that I felt more calm. I'm praying it works for me!" | 5 | August 2, 2017 | 10 | 138 |
160,031 | Seconal | insomnia | "I've tried every new "miracle sleeping aid" that's hit the market over the past 45 years. Nothing works as consistently or as well as Seconal. Taken at therapeutic levels it eases you into sleep within about 20-30 minutes after taking it. Most people sleep for 7 to 8 hours and wake refreshed and do not experience a drug hang over. It's vital to avoid any alcohol use with this drug. Alcohol potentiates the drug and can cause CNS suppression and even death in large enough dose. Of course this is true for most sleeping aid type medication. Some people use this drug for long periods of time and develop dependency on it. This can be avoided by not using it more than one or two days in a row. Seconal works when others do not." | 10 | December 14, 2016 | 17 | 135 |
37,349 | Vyvanse | adhd | "Love this medicine! Tried all the others, Vyvanse definitely works the best. I stay on task, focused, more organized and been moving up in my field. 29 yr old female, 30mg dose. The only negative is if I don't take it for a day or 2 on the weekends then start again is at first it makes me real jittery and makes me go to the bathroom until my bowels are essentially cleaned out, but that's really not a bad thing. Also I love the way it curbs my appetite and keeps me around 115 lbs without even trying(I'm 5'3"). A very pleasant side effect!! I was on 70 mg a couple years ago but I was getting a little too skinny(stable around 106-108 lbs), so decreased the dosage." | 10 | July 20, 2015 | 36 | 129 |
73,009 | Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | birth control | "I've been on this medicine for almost 2 weeks now. It has made me have spotting but I haven't really experienced anything else. I haven't had much of an appetite though, but hey, I'm not complaining." | 7 | March 13, 2015 | 15 | 36 |
61,356 | Citalopram | anxiety and stress | "TOOK 8 weeks for 20mg to finally work. I had every side effect there was and was about to give up. Heightened Anxiety, Insomnia, nervous and anxious. Dry mouth, tremors in my hands. I was so ready to just check myself in a mental ward. But I hung in there and right at week 8. BOOM all of it gone. Feeling great" | 9 | September 15, 2017 | 46 | 62 |
82,087 | Liraglutide | obesity | "I started on saxenda Feb.22, 2016 thinking it was going to fail. I had to try several things and fail to get bariatric surgery covered on my insurance. Well the titrating up was easy. Only nauseous on the days I moved up. I changed very little except my eating because I am not hungry. If I eat too much my body tells me. I have hypothyroidism for the last 3 years I have only gained weight. Sometimes 20 lbs at a time. I went to the Dr. Thinking I had lost nothing and was down 10lbs. Just that easy. Can't wait to lose another 10." | 10 | May 29, 2016 | 37 | 105 |
231,646 | Trazodone | insomnia | "I have been taking it few years now, i take it every night or I can't shut my brain down. I love it i sleep all night and I don't have any problems feeling droggy in the morning I swear by it.
I have tried over the counter and natural and nothing worked until trazodone." | 10 | April 19, 2015 | 80 | 55 |
126,175 | Viibryd | depression | "So I just took my first pill a few hours ago. I just wanted to give people some warning that it can make you TIRED! I feel like I am about to fall over I am so tired! I am excited about all the reviews about how well it works. " | 5 | June 1, 2012 | 9 | 51 |
27,373 | Fenofibrate | hypertriglyceridemia | "After being diagnosed with high triglycerides, I took Tricor for approximately 10 years. It controlled my triglycerides to just within the normal limit. After my insurance would no longer pay for Tricor, and I switched to the generic fenofibrate, my triglycerides and liver enzymes went back up." | 9 | August 16, 2012 | 85 | 47 |
106,959 | Implanon | birth control | "I've had this in since Nov 2012 I'm giving it a 7 because I'm not pregnant which is what it's supposed to do. However, I've hardly lost any baby weight (I exercise and watch what I eat) I also get my period at least twice a month and it's heavier than it ever was before. Seriously considering getting it taken out strictly because of the weight issues. I'm in the Navy and will probably never meet my weight requirement with it in." | 7 | August 21, 2013 | 5 | 82 |
47,791 | Adapalene | acne | "At first when I started using it, I had really terrible dry peeling skin and it burned so much. Your doctor will tell you that it works in a few months but that was not the case for me. I just kept using it because I was not done with the tube and at about 6 months, I was about 80% clear. Right now I am at 8 months and only have a few pimples which can be easily treated with benzoyl peroxide or sacyllic acid. However, if I stop use for an extended period of time, acne gets worse. Adapolene is useful, but the side affects at the start are really terrible and include peeling skin and more pimples. To combat, make you sure to get a moisturizer especially for dry skin." | 10 | January 28, 2017 | 0 | 133 |
121,824 | Venlafaxine | depression | "I used to have depression and anxiety. After using Paroxetine and Quetiapine for a while, with not so pleasant side effects, my doctor gave me Venlafaxine. It feels great. I can live." | 9 | July 25, 2013 | 5 | 32 |
211,047 | Carisoprodol | muscle spasm | "I have used a generic version of Soma as needed for muscle pain as I have fibromyalgia for 12 years now. Tried 5 different muscle relaxers before I found Soma. It is definitely the best with fewest side effects. Yesterday my insurance company informed me they will no longer pay for it. I will buy it myself. It is worth it. " | 10 | March 11, 2011 | 44 | 62 |
4,681 | Belviq | obesity | "Southern big boy 5'9 247 and felt like a slug. I used to be a weight lifter but at 48 years old those days are gone. I had gone to my opthamologist and he sent me back to my regular doc. The doc told me I was in the diabetic range and needed to to go on metformin. He had some patients take Belviq for weight loss and suggested we try that first to see if losing the weight might help my sugar as well as other issues. One year later we my wife and I are happy to report 45 pounds gone as well as my bad blood sugar. The story is not all perfect as there were times when I thought my weight loss had stopped but my doc said your body resets and you should continue to lose weight. I am finally able to walk without knee pain and feel like my story ea" | 10 | May 19, 2015 | 42 | 157 |
101,026 | Plecanatide | chronic idiopathic constipation | "So the first two days I was like Yes! It worked and it was normal cramp free BM. Next day a bit of diarrhea, but only two BMs like that. Well I decided to just take half of one. No cramps or pain, no BM. Skipped another day and then today I took a half. It's been two hours of off and on the toilet. I stopped having any thing solid. It's like I am going pee, but through my behind. ); don't let this sway you from trying, but stop if this happens to you." | 3 | July 17, 2017 | 19 | 96 |
102,661 | Aripiprazole | depression | "I was in severe depression. Working with a great psychiatrist who had me on Lamictal and Celexa with no change. He added 2.5mg of Abilify and by the 2nd day, I was myself again. Still feel great with good energy level and ability to cope." | 10 | January 22, 2015 | 141 | 45 |
230,550 | Depo-Provera | abnormal uterine bleeding | "I have been on the Depo shot for 14 years, and it was a lifesaver for me. My doctor put me on it because I had PMS so bad, I could not live a normal life. I have never had another period and no side effects. I have not had a bone density test but would like to do so. I just recently read that 2 years was all you should stay on it, I didn't know that before and was not told that by my doctor. I think it's great." | 10 | January 12, 2012 | 22 | 91 |
79,136 | Plan B One-Step | emergency contraception | "My husband and I experienced a broken condom mishap. I took it an hour after the incident.This happened 3 days before I expected my period. My period finally came 5 days late, but it was effective. I did not experience any side effects." | 10 | October 22, 2016 | 6 | 43 |
81,092 | Hypercare | 0</span> users found this comment helpful. | "I have been sweating for 3 years, even if it was 30 degrees outside and I wasn't wearing a jacket. People would ask me why I was sweating and it was so embarrassing I couldn't even explain. I would sweat through shirts onto jackets. I was tired of this and knowing I would be section leader I knew I'd have to not be sweaty under my arms because people would start saying something. I went to my doctor and asked if she knew of anything to help. She prescribed this, even though there is burning and itching it is so worth the no sweating. In the Texas heat this works perfectly." | 9 | June 27, 2011 | 0 | 111 |
197,983 | Metoprolol | atrial fibrillation | "4 years ago i had my first Afib 200 heart beat. they keeped me over night with IV in me and slowed the heart down to about 120 sometime over night it reset its self.
I take Metoprolol twice a day. Morning and Night. and the Doc said if needed take 1 more.
when I first was taken Metoprolol I got tired. and it took a few weeks to get over that feeling. But now I don't get tired. My heart beat is about 65.
I do still get Afib but not as bad as i did. I am 47" | 9 | October 31, 2015 | 22 | 100 |
163,881 | Lantus | diabetes, type 2 | "People who have higher incomes on medicare and who take 2 insulins plus more than 10 other medications including additional tier 3 meds for life do not fit into any supported categories. I reached the donut hole April 19 when my monthly medicine payments were $45 for each tier 3 medicine. Now one lantus is $173 for 20 days, novalog is about the same plus a additional 250 or more for other meds. I worked hard all my life to get a decent social security and now have stopped taking my lantus because I cannot afford $173 for every 20 days.
" | 10 | June 14, 2015 | 31 | 102 |
149,211 | Mirena | birth control | "I have heard so many negative reports about the mirena coil. I had mine fitted 8 months ago and am very pleased with it. The only symptoms I have noticed are being more aggressive and an even higher sex drive." | 10 | June 1, 2015 | 9 | 40 |
83,253 | Paxil | panic disorde | "I have had panic disorder since I was 15 years old. Paxil has truly improved my life. 20mg doesn't seem to be enough but 40mg does the trick. The only side effects I have is that I sweat more and I have less energy. Paxil is a life saver!" | 10 | March 1, 2010 | 27 | 49 |
216,389 | Sildenafil | erectile dysfunction | "I hear a lot about buying viagra and other medications outside the United States and I can only tell from personal experience that it all works well. I get the pills for my dude from outside United states for quite some time now and do not encounter any problems.
It's just big pharma don't want you to buy at their source countries. YES - big pharma is producing in India and other third world countries, brings it to the US and all in a sudden it is so valuable and of high quality. Think again." | 9 | March 7, 2016 | 47 | 95 |
139,809 | Stalevo | parkinson's disease | "My father was put on Stalevo and had to discontinue use after suffering side effects which came on after dosage was raised in succession. He has had severe side effects such as fatigue, diarrhea and he could barely function. He is no longer on the medication." | 1 | August 25, 2010 | 11 | 46 |
156,105 | Cialis | erectile dysfunction | "I'm a 43 year old with Type II diabetes and high blood pressure. I was having severe erectile dysfunction starting about 6 months ago. I let it go until I wasn't able to complete the act, and had a great deal of trouble getting going. I talked to my doctor and she put me on Cialis daily 5 mg.
Not only am I able to get an erection AT WILL, I am abe to last longer, go multiple times and my wife says I am hitting spots I was never able to hit before. We are both grinning from ear to ear. Excellent product. Ive been on for 3 weeks and no side effects yet.....we'll see. I feel like I'm 16 again.....THANK YOU CIALIS!!!!!" | 10 | February 26, 2011 | 34 | 124 |
182,183 | Clomipramine | obsessive compulsive disorde | "I have been on this medication a short time. Apart from drowsiness which I'm still adjusting to, I am finding it really helpful. After being on many other medications over the years, I am finding that Clomipramine mixed with my others has finally reduced the pit of anxiety plus the intrusive and obsessive thoughts that I tend to have continually. For the first time I feel like I can overcome the anxiety plus not be troubled by thoughts that I cannot control. I was SO tired of people just telling me I needed to control my thoughts and could overcome them if I wanted. Hey, I'm in my 50s and hasn't been possible up until now! Anyway, so far so good. The drowsiness is a bit troublesome, but to be honest, nowhere near as troublesome as problems." | 9 | September 13, 2014 | 56 | 137 |
146,319 | Suboxone | opiate dependence | "I was addicted to pain medication for over 5 years. I was taking every pain pill I could get my hands on and had no problems getting doctors to give me more. I started taking suboxone and I am now back to who I once was. It is a TRUE life saver. It makes you feel normal and alive again. I have become the person that everyone missed. If you you are skeptical like I was, this medication will change your mind. It does work. It does take the withdrawals away and you can function again. I get sick to my stomach just thinking about pain pills. THANK YOU to the creator and THANK YOU to my family for never giving up on me. NEVER give up." | 10 | September 30, 2008 | 156 | 127 |
48,822 | Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel | birth control | "took this for 1 month and experienced no major mood swings or nausea. However, immediately, I got CANKER sores (I never get these) and pimples (when my complexion is generally clear). Then I had light spotting for a few days about 1.5 weeks prior to when my period should have came - then it was followed by heavy breakthrough bleeding. Can't recommend this if you're trying to regulate your period. Will be switching to a different brand." | 4 | January 27, 2017 | 1 | 77 |
116,874 | Lamictal | bipolar disorde | "I've only been on Lamictal for 3 days, so I really can't give a full review, however: today is Sunday and I took my first pill Fri before bed. I woke up Sat morning and laid there for a good ten minutes thinking "Something is weird"I realized, my mind was calm. For as long as I can remember, I've constantly had running thoughts and was always thinking of multiple things at a time. I can now think straight thoughts, I'm able to think a good amount clearer and because of it my stress has been a lot lower.
I'm taking 25mg for Bipolar Disorder 2 and will write a new review as things develop. I haven't seen any change in my moods, but I've only just started. I've had a few dull headaches but no other side effects so far." | 7 | January 27, 2013 | 83 | 140 |
140,694 | Escitalopram | anxiety | "23/F I was diagnosed with GAD a few months ago and started on generic lexapro, first 5mg/day then up to 10mg/day. It took a few weeks to take effect, but it was incredible at counteracting the anxiety. My self-confidence increased and panic attacks went away completely. The reason I give it a 6/10 and the reason I came off it, however, is because of the sexual side effects. It took away my ability to orgasm, which was extremely frustrating for me. I'm working with my doctor to find a different med to treat my anxiety without the sexual side effects of SSRIs." | 6 | October 23, 2016 | 20 | 102 |
158,562 | Methylphenidate | adhd | "I'm 31 and diagnosed with ADHD for 23 years. When my parents started me on Ritalin in 3rd grade their only regret was letting me struggle for so long. I was always being sent home from school for playing in the mud, walking out of class, etc. I was talkative and happy, but my grades were well below satisfactory - I had very few teachers encourage me, rather I was written off as a disruption. My first year on medication was hard, I had no appetite and trouble sleeping. After about 6 months all the side effects went away. I could eat and sleep no problem. I have been on Adderal now for 17 years. I graduated college, have amazing job - not sure where I would be if nobody saw the signs and helped." | 8 | October 13, 2013 | 117 | 135 |
60,208 | NuvaRing | birth control | "I'm 19 and have been on the pill since I was 14. I recently changed birth control to Nuvaring and it has its ups and downs. Pros- super convenient, easy to deal with during sex, doesn't slip out and I can't feel it during every day activities. As I read the cons of other women, I thought it wouldn't have pertained to me but some do. Cons- my boyfriend and I feel it during sex so we take it out, it gets me very moody and emotional, if my sex drive was at 100%; it's now at 40%. I'm going to stick with it though. You won't know how it effects you until you try it." | 6 | March 27, 2012 | 1 | 116 |
150,487 | Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim | bacterial skin infection | "Bactrim DS 14 day supply. Took one pill only and stopped. In eight hours after taking one pill my fingers started to itch. Then both of my hands were itching bad all over and red. Then my feet starting itching real bad and red like my hands. 24 hours later my hands and feet itching has subsided. Had to take Benedryl 4 times. Hand and feet still itching but quite a bit better. On my way to get another dose of Benedryl. Hopefully this will go away soon. Keep in mind, I only took one pill! So thankful that I didn't take another pill. Severe allergic reaction. Hopefully the itching will go away completely soon. This was a very dangerous medication for me. I believe that it was the sulfa in the med that caused this." | 1 | August 11, 2016 | 6 | 136 |
157,493 | Emtricitabine / rilpivirine / tenofovir | hiv infection | "I have been positive for 11 years but only started taking complera a little over a year ago. Up until then my body did an excellent job keeping it under control. Despite all the drugs and hard living I was doing I would say my side effects hit pretty hard I have been dealing with the most life-altering uncomfortable nausea that I couldn't even begin to explain. Everyday when I wake up sometimes I'm woken up out of my sleep with the nausea that is constant I tell my doctor about this and I feel like it my doctor is not taking me seriously I don't know if this is something that is something to be worried about or if it's normal butt it is seriously ruining my life it is making me consider stopping my meds and just dealing with AIDS" | 5 | August 17, 2016 | 4 | 142 |
97,022 | Ambien | insomnia | "Some nights after taking the zolpidem I go right to sleep, and have sound, restful sleep for about 2-4hrs. Twice during my current bout of insomnia I have slept a full 10hrs after taking the zolpidem. I have had some positive experience, and some negative. However, I have bouts of insomnia once or twice a year; the past Zolpidem is worked really well, within few nights. I am not on week four of the insomnia, and three on the Zolpidem. I am working closely with my doctor." | 7 | September 25, 2014 | 35 | 87 |
212,195 | Lamotrigine | bipolar disorde | "Lamotrigine has worked for me, I'm bipolar 2 and other meds have been ineffective. I have been on 100mg a day for three years with a break for pregnancy. I have had spots at the times of dose increases and headaches when I have forgotten to take it. I do occasionally up my dose for a few days if I'm feeling down, this seems to stop a depressive episode from developing. After a few days I drop the dose down again and seem to go on as before. Overall I feel normal and would be lost without this medicine." | 10 | November 17, 2013 | 26 | 99 |
33,599 | Microgestin Fe 1 / 20 | birth control | "I switched to this pill from Mirena due to severe cystic acne (from the Mirena). The last pill I had taken was Yaz, which I did great with. After my first month on Microgestin Fe, my cystic acne started clearing up. The first couple days I was nauseous, but that went away. Taking it right before bed helps. I've been on it for about 3 months now and I've gained about 10 lbs. I'm the heaviest I've ever been! I'm always hungry and have developed an intense sweet tooth! My breasts did get larger. I'm a 34 C, and I can still wear the same bra size, they just look fuller. No extra sensitivity with them, though. My libido didn't really change. Just my weight." | 8 | January 10, 2014 | 16 | 125 |
113,246 | Bisacodyl | constipation | "I took one pill (5mg--I'm a 120lb female) last night at 11pm and went to bed a little while after, and woke up around 2am with mild cramping. Went to the bathroom (just urinating) and then went back to sleep. I then woke up in the morning at 8am a little with minimal cramping and bowel pressure, but upon going to the bathroom I still didn't have a bowel movement. I decided to drink a cup of strong coffee, hoping that would help, and about 5 minutes later went back to the bathroom and had a bowel movement. I then had 3 more over the next 6 hours, all completely controlled. This medicine really helped without I didn't have any severe cramping or pain and now fell 90% back to normal less than 24 hours after I took the medicine!" | 9 | November 5, 2015 | 3 | 140 |
63,646 | Epiduo | acne | "I'm using Epiduo, and its already on my 3rd month. And it's not that effective. My pimples are still there. I also suggest use sunblock in the morning so that your face won't burn." | 3 | August 2, 2014 | 6 | 34 |
203,200 | Blisovi 24 Fe | birth control | "I was prescribed this pill by my gynecologist, and it's free with my insurance. Prior to taking it, I had visited this website and read the reviews on it, and I was TERRIFIED. I was so nervous to start the pill, but I knew that everyone's body is different so I just had to try it, and EVERYTHING IS FINE. I only had the mild side effects that are generally anticipated on any brand- slight nausea for the first few days and some discharge for a little more than the first week, and currently breast tenderness. I just finished the second week of my pack, so I can't say that I know I'm adjusted yet, but for anyone who is nervous like I was- don't be afraid to try it, you can always change it!" | 10 | August 11, 2017 | 12 | 135 |
174,050 | Valium | anxiety | "My experience with this drug has been overwhelmingly positive. I suffer from panic attacks, as well as agoraphobia, and despite having been on Valium for many years now, it has retained its efficacy and it has greatly enhance the quality of my life. Frankly, I do not know what I would do without it. Yes, yes, yes, I am all too well aware of the numerous warnings and tales of woe which have accompanied usage of this drug by other individuals less fortunate than myself, but I can only speak to what this drug has done for MY life. I am now 51 years old, and have taken this drug on and off for most of my adult life, starting when I was 18 years old. I become angry when I read proposals to limit prescription of this drug to psychiatrists...." | 9 | August 2, 2015 | 144 | 141 |
45,241 | Fluoxetine | depression | "I have been taking Prozac now for 20 plus years. Originally was told by MD that it would be temporary but my experience has been after trying to be off it for several months, that I need to go back on it. I put myself under depression but I had anxiety, too, after the birth of my first child. I developed a real neurosis about sleep, i.e., I couldn't shut my brain off at night and had insomnia, became afraid I'd never sleep again. Being on the lowest dose of Prozac helped me I would say, completely. At three weeks I despaired of ever feeling normal again and by the fourth week saw a real improvement, by six weeks was very happy and relieved.
It may be losing its effectiveness somewhat after all these years." | 10 | January 5, 2016 | 63 | 135 |
171,573 | Wellbutrin | depression | "Was taking 20mg of Prozac which worked pretty good. Have taken Adderall in the past for ADD and asked my doctor about it again. He suggested I take Wellbutrin. Been on it for 2 weeks and I really noticed a difference. I actually feel great! 300mg XL. Side effects are minimal. I did feel like a zombie the first and second day. The third day I had the giggles. But, things started to even out after that. It wasn't anything terrible. It is a little bit harder to go to sleep at night however, I've never been a good sleeper. And, dry mouth is kind of bad. Other than that no anxiety depression. Haven't noticed anything about my ADD yet. I'll give it a couple more weeks." | 8 | June 8, 2013 | 91 | 127 |
33,703 | Microgestin Fe 1 / 20 | birth control | "I've been on this birth control pill for about a year and a half... so far no pregnancies, my skin is clear but I've always been lucky in that department. My hair actually feels thicker! No weight gain and no headaches. My period is usually 2-3 days long and super light. Sometimes I only spot for a day and that's it. I used to have severe cramps prior to getting on this birth control to the point I was prescribed muscle relaxants (that bad!)... and now its slight cramping for a day or two the week of my "period". Everyone's body is different but I have had no side effects on this pill. " | 10 | September 16, 2011 | 13 | 114 |
124,698 | Tri-Previfem | birth control | "This medication is hell in a pack. I urge everyone to PLEASE do not take this. I ended up with severe depression and anxiety all over again, the nausea and vomiting was ridiculous and the yeast infections— my god. I had a yeast infection probably the whole time on this pill. I vomited so much from these pills that I lost 12 pounds in about 2 weeks one time. The mood swings were so sad also. I didn’t realize this was all from the pill until my doc switched me to tri-sprintec for insurance reasons. Please don’t take this!!!!! It’s horrible on your body!!!! The only good thing was that I had absolutely no acne!" | 2 | October 1, 2017 | 1 | 115 |
30,647 | Miconazole | vaginal yeast infection | "Holy Moly...... please spare yourself the trouble. Either go to your gynecologists office for oral meds or use a natural remedy.There are lots of natural remedies I've used in the past and I should’ve done that this time. Don’t do it. Please don’t do it." | 1 | October 7, 2017 | 3 | 45 |
17,409 | Ethinyl estradiol / etonogestrel | birth control | "Personally I LOVE nuvaring. I hated the pill could never remember to take it. With the ring leave it in 3 wks or 3wks n 2 days take it out for 4 days allow myself to spot to make sure I'm still good and put it back in. Dr told me I didn't even need to do that. I can leave it in for 4wks bc I didn't need my cycle regulated I just didn't want the menstrual cycle or pains lol. I can pick and choose if or when I want a cycle - I love that freedom. Hardly felt it at all. It has only come out during sex twice. Great concept.
CONS 1st time putting it in disaster lol. Even now after 5yr being on it I have slight trouble here and there putting it in bc I'm dry. Sex drive decreased. Angry ALL THE TIME it seems like. Depression spells. Issues with my contacts" | 7 | July 27, 2017 | 4 | 158 |
41,864 | Clonidine | high blood pressure | "Makes me dizzy, unsteady on feet and sleepy. Little to no effect on lowering my blood pressure. Before I started taking meds my diastolic was 80 to 90 now it's 100 and above." | 3 | May 6, 2015 | 24 | 33 |
84,162 | Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate | acne | "So far, I have had a lot of my acne clear up but I have also been using tea tree (which I was using before I broke out and decided to get on Birth Control) so I think it has helped there. I will say that after the first week, I have been bleeding ever since so I am thinking I will give this Trinessa Lo 3 months to figure itself out and if my skin isn't better I am going to let it go." | 5 | April 4, 2017 | 0 | 85 |
25,605 | Nabumetone | back pain | "I have tried this drug once, it did help out my back pain greatly, but it has me the worst nausea ever. After about an hour or relaxation, all went to hell and I thought I was going to throw up right there and then. I didn't thankfully but I had those feelings off and on for another 2 hours and after that the drug had worn off. I don't think the hour of relaxation was worth the horrible nasuea." | 3 | July 5, 2016 | 7 | 80 |
59,030 | Morphine | chronic pain | "I have chronic back pain for 23 years following a fall down a flight of stairs. I ruptured 3 discs and fractured various vertebral areas in my lumbar and thoracic spine. I also have Chronic Lyme Disease, Brucellosis and I have developed Fibromyalgia and Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome in both lower extremities. I have various types of paresthesia from burning to lancing. I have been on many types of Schedule II opioid pain medications from Fentanyl, Morphine, Hydromorphone, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone and Methadone. The best relief & safest medication has been the Morphine Sulfate Extended-release 200mg every 12 hours with 30 mg Oxycodone every 4 hours for breakthrough pain. I just wish it was less expensive since I do not have insurance" | 10 | October 12, 2016 | 18 | 121 |
71,292 | Levora | endometriosis | "I was prescribed Quasense about 2 years ago for endometriosis and was very happy with it but after changing medical insurance it was no longer an option so I switched to Levora about 3 months ago. My endometriosis symptoms are still at bay but I have gained weight and not pounds but I've just gotten flabby with an increased appetite. I feel lethargic and I'm not sure if it's the pill or the "weight gain" but my sex drive it at an all time low. So I guess here I go again into the sea of birth control meds. I refuse to gain weight and feel bad about myself. Of course all pills affect everyone differently so you might as well try it. Just wanted to share my own personal experience with someone who may have had a good reaction to Quasense." | 2 | April 5, 2016 | 3 | 142 |
215,456 | Copper | birth control | "I've had paragard for over 14 months now. 26 years old, never been pregnant, but have major mental health issues which didn't sit well with the pill or depo. Was excited to get paragard because of hormone-free, long-term protection. (My boyfriend and I do not want children.) Insertion was EXTREMELY painful (I have a pretty high pain tolerance) and needed muscle relaxers and naproxen for the next month. Cramps are worse than I have EVER experienced in my life and bleeding is heavy (and I mean heavy!) and constant. I spot and cramp literally all month long. I am constantly nauseous and exhausted. It's sometimes hard to get out of bed (or wake up) at all. Was fired from my job due nausea and fatigue affecting quality of work and being on time in AM." | 2 | September 14, 2017 | 7 | 135 |
93,832 | Morphine | pain | "I have had neck pain and bad headaches for the past 10 months and I have been to doctors after doctors and been on every kind of pain medicine. Ms contin is a pretty good pain medicine. It helped me out alot." | 8 | August 15, 2008 | 11 | 42 |
107,764 | Implanon | birth control | "I got Implanon in January 2009. It has its up's and downs since I got it. I started having light periods for 6 weeks then I didn't get a period anymore. The Implanon has moved from its original place so have to get it checked." | 6 | September 5, 2009 | 2 | 45 |
99,305 | Tegaserod | constipation, chronic | "I have suffered with Crohns disease, IBS, and gastroparesis for years. I know I'm coming late in the game to any discussions, but this is due to my frustrations. When I was taking Zelnorm I could actually live a normal life, with normal bathroom habits. Since this drug has been pulled from the market I have suffered through trial after trial of replacement therapies, none of which have helped.
My only hope now is an emergency IND to get Zelnorm.... unless it is available elsewhere. I am even willing to travel outside the country to get back to Zelnorm." | 10 | October 1, 2010 | 14 | 99 |
210,870 | Mirtazapine | depression | "I was initially prescribed escitalopram for situational depression without being warned about start up anxiety and insomnia. After a week, I was switched to mirtazapine 7.5mg, which helped me sleep and regain the 10 pounds I had lost the previous week. However, as the situation worsened, my dosage was increased to 30mg, at which point the drug became too activating, and sleep disappeared. When I attempted to reduce my dosage, I got hit with massive withdrawals. I now have chronic insomnia, severe cognitive problems, and an anxiety disorder that resulted in countless additional medications, including an antipsychotic. These drugs have rendered me numb, unmotivated, impotent, and stupid. Simply stated, this drug ruined my life." | 1 | September 1, 2015 | 30 | 114 |
214,608 | Liothyronine | underactive thyroid | "Was treated with antidepressants and anti-psychotics for almost a year since the doctor's opinion was that my symptoms of weight gain, lack of energy, depression and dizziness were due to psychosis. Only after a year I was given a blood test and told that I have autoimmune disease. No longer take any antidepressants or anti-psychotics, only take 12.5 mcg in the morning. Can now sleep 8 instead of 14 hours a day, feel awake during the day, have energy and willingness to do things. Definitely helped with depression and anxiety. If only the blood test was performed earlier!" | 10 | September 26, 2016 | 57 | 98 |
62,684 | Citalopram | depression | "I have suffered from depression off and on for years and have taken Zoloft in the past. This time it didn't seem to be working. I also was hit with overwhelming anxiety because of my husband's job difficulties. The doctor prescribed Celexa a couple of months ago. After 3 weeks, I was ready to give up on this because it took longer to kick in than Zoloft. I also had terrible dry mouth and food just didn't taste good. But the Doctor bumped me up to 60 mg and that really did the trick. I only have dry mouth when I first wake up in the morning and food tastes good again. My hubby said that on Zoloft I was more "flat emotioned" but on the Celexa, I have the normal ups and downs that everyone else has. The only negative is that I am on the tired side, but not terribly bad. It is a lot better than wanting to jump in front of a bus. I urge everyone to give this a try and stick with it. Good luck!" | 9 | September 13, 2009 | 268 | 181 |
220,336 | Amitriptyline | interstitial cystitis | "Started using for Fibromyalgia first. When diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis my doctor upped my dosage to 50mg each night. Not really sure which Interstitial Cystitis or medication for other conditions are helping or hurting. I haven't found the magic pill that really helps with any of my conditions as I'm in a constant flare with several at a time on a daily basis. This does help you sleep. I've been on it for yrs and haven't gained any weight (probably due to other medicines that take away my appetite). All in all, if you have never tried this for Interstitial Cystitis pain; try it. Everybody is different & this medicine just might be the right one for you." | 7 | May 4, 2014 | 27 | 118 |
40,111 | Contrave | obesity | "I have now been on Contrave for 3 weeks and i am taking 3 pills a day now. I am down 18 pounds w/ only one side affect. Dry lips. I have cut out drinking soda and eating a healthy 1200 calorie intake each day. I do cheat every Saturday one meal. I only get an upset stomach/bloated feeling when i eat something heavy. I received my scale and started my weigh ins. Looking fwd to sticking w/ this!! Start weight is 207 i am now at 189! i work in an office so i dont always get exercise all day long." | 10 | March 28, 2015 | 10 | 102 |
201,579 | Zoloft | panic disorde | "I was experiencing horrible panic attacks about 2 weeks ago. It lasted days. Extremely fast heart beat, not being able to breathe, literally I thought I was going to die. I went to the hospital twice and they checked me out but said I was ok, I went to my doctor the day after the second hospital trip and he put me on 100mg of Zoloft and 1 mg of Ativan, I've been on Zoloft maybe a week and it has worked good on stopping my symptoms and panics but its not at 100 percent as I still feel pretty uneasy but in time I feel it will continue to benefit me, I know you have to give it more time to fully work. My side effects are bad nausea, restlessness, and cloudy head which has went away pretty much." | 7 | January 23, 2013 | 38 | 140 |
113,128 | Bisacodyl | constipation | "Was in pain and discomfort from not passing a stool for 3 days due to co-codamol usage. Usually go very frequently and was feeling really blocked up and annoyed. I bought this drug from a local supermarket, have never tried before. Ate dinner. 4 hours after ingesting felt the need to go, had solid bowel movement at first that must have been stuck in me, followed by half a tonne of diarrhoea. By God this is powerful stuff. I took 20mg though as I wanted quick relief and didn't want to wait till the morning. Use with caution, I got excruciating cramps whilst the poo was coming through me on the toilet. Works like a treat though, clears you out." | 5 | April 13, 2016 | 2 | 120 |
224,374 | Levothyroxine | underactive thyroid | "I have been on for 5 months. Male age 55. No medicines or hospital visits until colonoscopy. Hate to now have to take medicine, but religiously follow. Overshot and cut back to lower dosage to right level, Symptoms include dry mouth AND NOW muscle spasm along right upper cheek of face. Weird. Perhaps a minor case of thinner hair. Has helped with slugginess in the early evening, but at times can cause insomnia. ALSO lower muscle mass as I am also on a doctors prescribed weight loss medicine Phentermine. Six months now for both, went from 219lbs to 197 with goal of 185. Feel good overall and have gone from 41 to comfortable 38 with goal of 36. Look thinner!" | 9 | December 8, 2012 | 31 | 120 |
177,975 | Duloxetine | depression | "I was in a major depression: I had considerable lethargy, anxiety, weight loss, racing thoughts that I could not seem to turn off and I felt suicidal. I couldn't make the smallest of decisions. I was terrified to drive and I've been driving for over 30 years! I also had great difficulty performing even the simplest of tasks- some things I could not do at all! After about a month I noticed tremendous relief. It was like a huge cloud had been lifted and that I had been pulled out of a 'huge hole'! I definitely feel Cymbalta saved MY life." | 10 | July 28, 2012 | 55 | 101 |
192,357 | Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol | acne | "I'm 17 and I have acne and my periods aren't on a right "schedule" I started taking this pill for 3 years now ( I stopped using it for a while in the middle ) but at the time that I took it, it really did help with my period and it was great! For the skin though I'm not too sure I mean I still get zits ( not really awful zits but their still bad zits ) at times ( though it might be because of the chocolate I eat which I can't get rid of :) ) but overall it wasn't a bad pill but the side effects are really bothering me I have mood swings and tend to cry for any stupid reason when I argue with my mom ( but again this might be because I'm in "teenage years " ) so yeah be aware of the side effects ." | 5 | July 26, 2015 | 1 | 155 |
160,512 | Buspirone | anxiety | "I take Buspar 5mg twice a day for anxiety. After a week, I will then take Buspar 10mg twice a day. I have only been taking it 4 days now. I also take Paxil 50 mg daily and Adderall 10 mg twice daily. So far I have had no side effects from the Buspar except slight dizziness and lack of appetite. So far those are tolerable." | 6 | October 7, 2015 | 30 | 66 |
187,195 | Azelastine / fluticasone | allergic rhinitis | "The first time that I took this medication I immediately became sick and it made my allergies worse. It started by making my throat scratchy which tends to lead to running nose, itchy eyes and sneezing. I presumed that it must have been the medicine because it happened immediately after I used the spray. It was confirmed two days ago when I used the spray again. My throat became scratchy and I felt horrible. I believe that the medicine is causing post nasal drip which in turn is making my throat hurt. I noticed that there is an additional ingredient in this spray called "Azelastine" that is not in Flonase. If I had to guess I would say that is the reason for the sour throat. I will not be using this product again." | 1 | May 4, 2017 | 6 | 134 |
224,998 | Bupropion | anxiety | "After taking 150 mlg or 75 ir morning and 75 ir afternoon I feel better, my anxiety has dropped and my depression is better, not 100% but I'm happy with the results. At first my anxiety felt like it increased at times and the VA would not put me on benzo's so I toughed it out and feel better in between the anxiety spikes, but I do like the med it works for me. Good luck" | 8 | July 21, 2016 | 28 | 76 |
123,545 | Skyla | birth control | "I had skyla inserted last year. I've never had a child before, so the insertion process was uncomfortable for me. I took pain medication before hand and was given medication by my doctor to insert into my vagina prior to soften my cervix. I had mild cramping over the next month, and decent amount of bleeding.
After a month of having the IUD, I started to develop severe joint pain and dry, red eye. I followed up with my gyno, and she had me go to a primary care doctor for my symptoms. I had blood work done for a lot of different factors, and everything came back negative. My PCP recommend that I have it removed, I am very glad that I did my joint pain went away within 2 weeks of the IUD being removed. My doctor thinks I had an allergy" | 3 | June 26, 2017 | 0 | 144 |
2,482 | Cardizem CD | supraventricular tachycardia | "I have been on this medication a couple of years for supraventricular tachycardia and hypertension and have not had ONE episode of SVT since being on it. I used to get SVT once or twice a month, so this medicine has truly made my life better. The problem I now face is with my insurance company since they are hiking up non-generic co-pays to 4 times as much as before. Since there is no generic until 2011, I must either forego this medicine and try something else or pay something I can't afford. This is frustrating when I know the medicine works." | 9 | August 1, 2009 | 53 | 102 |
47,798 | Adapalene | acne | "I was hesitant to try this medication because of the negative reviews I was reading. My dermatologist prescribed me two topical creams and an antibiotic. I researched the medications and although I read scary reviews I chose to only use adapalene. I am so glad!! I was so nervous so I made sure to use the smallest amount possible and to only use it every other day on the affected areas. I have been using it for a few weeks now and my skin is all cleared up! I'm 25 years old and have had mild to moderate break outs since I was a teen. I decided to finally see a dermatologist and I am soooo happy to finally have clear skin!" | 10 | January 1, 2017 | 11 | 122 |
144,700 | Etonogestrel | birth control | "I wanted to share my experience with Nexplanon. I got it inserted February 2014, after being on the pill for 3 years. I thought I would get rid of monthly cycles, but I was wrong. I had a little spotting for 2 weeks post insert and then nothing at all for 4 months. The 5th month and up until today, my cycle starts with cramps, fatigue, and nausea like it would normally if I weren't on birth control and the bleeding is light and lasts about a week. This is quite annoying, but I'm glad it followed my usual cycle so I've actually gotten to the point where I'm used to it now. I haven't gotten pregnant, so I'd say the implant works! Figuring out what it will do to your body is the tough part." | 9 | February 12, 2016 | 1 | 136 |
13,993 | Megestrol | abnormal uterine bleeding | "I was prescribed the medication for relief of heavy bleeding during my period due to fibroids and adenomyosis. The 1st and 2nd months were wonderful! I took it the first day of my cycle until the end of my cycle. It actually stopped the bleeding completely. After the 2nd month, I had some spotting and my blood pressure elevated. I stopped taking it after my cycle and my pressure went to normal. I started spotting that increased over time and resumed but had to stop because I realized it raised my blood pressure. I've now been bleeding for 2 weeks and had to go on amlodipine to lower my blood pressure because it has not gone down." | 9 | June 16, 2017 | 1 | 117 |
222,498 | Kyleena | birth control | "I had the IUD inserted on April 19th, and about a week later I started experiencing a chronic headache. It literally lasted 24/7. I was also passing large amounts of tissue, and experienced heavy cramping until I decided to get the IUD removed at the end of May. I had massive bleeding for a week afterwards, but my headaches have not improved. I've seen multiple doctors for this, and they think it was caused from the IUD. I hope to find relief soon because living with this kind of pain is really depressing." | 2 | June 26, 2017 | 0 | 93 |
85,859 | Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate | ovarian cysts | "The first month of the pills went by fast, but had long lasting side effects. Such as VERY hot flashes, a lot of them, weight gain, and migraines that would last for days. Now I'm almost done with my second months pack. My breasts have increased in size, I'm extremely irritable, and snap for no reason at all. I also cry a lot. My period started on day 1 of the 2nd pack. I am currently at the end of the pack (with 4 pills to spare) and my period is still here. It's been almost a month, I'm bleeding extremely heavy, too much blood loss, tired and dizzy." | 6 | July 25, 2013 | 10 | 109 |
157,644 | Accutane | acne | "I was on accutane for almost 2 months. About a month and a half in, my eyes started to bother me. They were incredibly dry and it constantly felt like I had an eyelash in them. They were burning like crazy and hurt to move. I was worried I had an infection, so I went to my eye doctor. They told me both of my optic nerves were swollen and referred me to a neuro opthamologist. I was immediately taken off accutane. It has been a couple weeks since I stopped the medication and my eyes have finally stopped bothering me. If I had continued the medication, I could've had permanent eye damage. The scariest side effects may be rare, and this drug may be a "holy grail" for stubborn acne, but is clear skin really worth going blind, etc?" | 5 | October 7, 2016 | 26 | 140 |
218,091 | Amoxicillin / clavulanate | bacterial infection | "It is now week 3 since I stopped that poison, and I'm STILL paying a price.
I was prescribed it for a bacterial upper respiratory infection. After the first day, I started having a fast and pounding heart rate. My fatigue got much worse, and my blood pressure went way up (though I didn't know the latter had occurred until I took myself to a walk-in clinic on the 5th day, when I STOPPED that poison.)
Since then, I STILL have the pounding heart rate throughout the day, and especially at bedtime, which keeps me awake. It's like my adrenaline is always sky high now. I am forced to take taurine three times a day to control it somewhat. Will this ever end???" | 1 | May 29, 2017 | 7 | 123 |
144,143 | Etonogestrel | endometriosis | "I have struggles with pain during my periods as a result if Fibroids. Tried various different birth control pills which did not work so Nexplanon or a hysterectomy were my last 2 options. I decided to go with the Nexplanon and save the hysterectomy as the end result if this didn't work. I had my Nexplanon implanted on April 30th, no period so no pain in May then on June 5th it came. Today is June 18th and it's still here. I have had no acne, no bloating, no weigh gain, mood swings, no negative side effects, I just wish my period would. end. Its very annoying." | 6 | June 19, 2016 | 0 | 107 |
151,824 | Chantix | smoking cessation | "I've been smoke-free for 4 years - took Chantix for two months and although I had some insomnia and strange dreams when I could sleep, I had no wish to smoke!" | 10 | July 19, 2013 | 28 | 31 |
159,048 | TriNessa | acne | "My dermatologist put me on this to regulate my acne and I am currently on my third cycle using Trinessa. I had been on birth control for the same reason almost 2 years ago but I had a 15 lb weight gain in under 4 months which is crazy since I'm a runner. She told me these pills would not make me gain weight yet I've gone up around 7 lbs and noticed that my boobs have grown a lot. The only other side effect I have noticed is dizziness and headaches. But as for its effectiveness: my period is very regular and light and my face has completely cleared, I still get a few breakouts right before my period but it's usually not bad at all." | 7 | August 22, 2015 | 7 | 127 |
169,626 | Aspirin / butalbital / caffeine | migraine | "This is my old faithful! Works fairly quickly and takes the pain away almost completely...most doctors don't give you more than 15-20 and if you run into a spell that's longer than a few days, then they want you to try something else." | 10 | April 17, 2013 | 24 | 43 |
227,489 | Etonogestrel | birth control | "I had the Implanon implanted on February of 2012. The insertion process was pretty painless. Only thing that hurt was the numbing shot. After that, I didn't have a period for about a week, then I got a very light period for nearly 6 months. May sound bad, but it really wasn't. Very light, no cramps or anything with a regular period, only light bleeding. After the 6 months it stopped for a couple months, then was back again for nearly 2 weeks, still very light bleeding. I have had just a few mood swings, but other then that no side effects. I recommend it. It works great." | 8 | January 8, 2013 | 2 | 108 |
133,390 | Soolantra | rosacea | "I was soooo hopeful after reading all of the reviews that SooIantra would be my magic ticket to clear skin after 3 months of a severe rosacea breakout. I have been using the cream once daily for almost 4 weeks and I haven't noticed the slightest change in my skin. It's possible the papules are even worse. I am really hoping things turn around soon...not going to give up yet, however I am thinking about taking antibiotics in conjunction as I don't think I can stand it much longer. I will post another update soon!" | 5 | December 1, 2017 | 0 | 95 |
126,833 | Dilaudid | pain | "I've had 6 back surgeries in the past 2-1/2 years, and two of those surgeries in the last month (I've also had 61 spinal injections), and Dilauded is the ONLY pain medication that has worked to help reduce my pain and keep it to a tolerable level." | 9 | April 30, 2010 | 19 | 47 |
128,074 | Phentermine | weight loss | "I started this medication three weeks ago. I was very nervous because of all the side effects that people were against for. I'm very upset. This medication is a good energy booster. But literally that was it for me. I felt energy and no hunger at all. However, I have only lost 2 pounds. I've eaten better and worked out more but have not lost but those 2 pounds. I really thought this medication would help me. Guess not. At least I didn't feel any palpitations or crazy side effects. My advice, try it. If it works for you great! If it doesn't at least you tried." | 1 | July 26, 2016 | 13 | 107 |
109,859 | Nexplanon | birth control | "My 3 years on my contraceptive implant are almost up.
After this time i can honestly say the implant does its job!
I have not had many side effects, as i am normally moody anyway...
Besides the point, i have my period ever 3 months. Normal flow. Nothing major happened while on the implant.
I would probably take the implant out a couple of months before its due too. Just to be safe. :)" | 9 | June 20, 2016 | 6 | 74 |
118,439 | Fetzima | major depressive disorde | "I have been on Fetzima for around 18 months, and this is truly a miracle drug. I have MDD, PTSD, GAD, and BED. I come from a family based in the medical field, and as such I have tried every drug on the books. Almost two years ago, my anxiety got so bad that every night I felt like I was going to suffocate and die in my sleep. I was having multiple daily panic attacks. I was started on 40 mg of Fetzima, and before the week was out my panic attacks had all but ceased. I'm now on 80 mg. I can't remember the last time I had one as bad as the panic attacks I was having before I started Fetzima. I gave it a 9/10 because I'm still sweating as a side effect. I also take Vyvanse, and Propranolol and Abilify as needed." | 9 | February 8, 2017 | 25 | 147 |
107,178 | Implanon | birth control | "I have used many birth control options and this one is one of my favorite. While I have experienced some side effects small acne problems (minor) and I am longer getting my period, I am happy with other aspects of Implanon. I have a sex drive and no vaginal dryness which are two pesky side effects I encountered with the NuvaRing and the Pill. Insertion was fast and easy and it lasts for three years so what more could you want? My appetite has not been affected and I have not experienced any weight gain." | 8 | May 25, 2012 | 1 | 95 |
211,839 | Lamotrigine | bipolar disorde | "I started this medication very slowly to avoid the rash if at all possible. 25 mg in morning and at night for two weeks. Increased dose .50 in morning and .50 at night for another two weeks. I am now at .75 in morning and .75 at night. I find by dividing the medication in the day, I am more stable over all." | 10 | December 10, 2016 | 7 | 63 |
93,186 | Vortioxetine | depression | "Started taking Trintellix about a month ago, used to take 10mg in the morning but found it made me sleepy and dozy (especially when driving) so switched to taking it before I went to bed. At first found it helped me sleep better, but now wake up sweating and get bad headaches a few times a night. I also found suicidal thoughts increased and I actually started to feel more depressed than before I started taking it. It did make me initially feel better and more able to cope, but as time goes on I'm actually degrading back to my pre-med self. Doctor is no real help , I can't get to see him for another 7 weeks as he has a big patient load. thinking about reducing the dose to 5mg a 24 hour period to see If I improve. I hope I do - I can't go on like this" | 6 | January 29, 2016 | 5 | 152 |
47,705 | Adapalene | acne | "I used this ONE TIME before sleeping. I put on moisturizer about 5 times the next day, and my face still hurt. Today is the second day after using this product, and my face still hurts, is red, and is puffy after applying moisturizer another five times today. I don't think its supposed to hurt this bad, even if there is a purging process. I would not recommend this product." | 1 | November 10, 2017 | 1 | 70 |
176,964 | Adalimumab | plaque psoriasis | "Have had psoriasis for 30 years I had a bad episode of planter fasciitis then the psoriasis affected my feet and lower legs really bad. So after fighting for three months finally got 80 percent paid by humira and it must go thru your insurance on the medical side and my Jehovah's got the co pay I am lucky. After a few months I am almost completely healed. Nothing but a big round, looks like a burn spot. No creams no lotions and potions." | 10 | May 17, 2017 | 1 | 84 |
113,275 | Bisacodyl | constipation | "Okay so I just had a c section 6 days ago and hadn't had a good poop since then....I went to go and iI couldn't, realizing that it was a huge baseball sized impacted turd, Prarie doggin out my bum. Well It hurt and I couldn't do the pain so I called my doctor and she told me to get some dulco lax suppositories. ...I did..and first thing I noticed was the rectal burning. .felt like someone shoved a jalapeño up there sideways then I felt it working and rushed to the potty...what happened next is that of my nightmares....it didn't soften the poop or give me diarrea like I had hoped it would. ..it just maDE my rectal and stomach muscles contract involuntarily to push it out. It came out alright, but it wasn't soft or gentle AT ALL. NEVER AGAIN!" | 4 | December 11, 2015 | 3 | 142 |
226,390 | Etonogestrel | birth control | "Had nexplanon for about a year and a half. Ive gained about 20 lbs i have had issues with depression no energy short temper. No period no cramps. I am getting it removed because i cant deal with the weight that steadily going up but i have no appetite and i barely make it out of bed some days becuase i am so dead tired" | 9 | August 18, 2015 | 6 | 65 |
16,419 | Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | birth control | "This is my 4th month on this pill. My gyno switched me from Loestrin to this because I was having in between spotting and cramping. I am 43 and have been on some form of bc pill for a long time. It made me nauseous the first two months. Periods were much shorter and lighter but cramps were kind of bad. Now on my 4th month I had a day of spotting, no cramping, and that's it. No period at all. I ALWAYS have a period. So not sure if this is a good or bad thing." | 5 | January 25, 2016 | 5 | 97 |
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