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Epiduo
acne
"Awful. Doesn't work made all my skin dry and flakey I was so itchy after using it and my whole face turned bright red even water stung my face, my face is swollen and too sore to even touch, my face and back are itchy constantly all day, wouldn't bother using this product"
1
February 28, 2016
3
53
177,395
Duloxetine
chronic pain
"I was started on Cymbalta for pain at 30 mg per day the first month. I experienced mild disruption of sleep for a few nights, but no other side effects. My pain was initially reduced by 70% but began to wear off by evening. Second month my dose was upped to 60 mg per day, which I take at lunch time. My neck pain and neuropathy in hands and feet have been reduced by 90% which is like a miracle to me. I have been able to resume yoga and biking. Life is very good now. I was switched to generic Duloxetine with no loss of benefit and no more side effects. I'm one of the lucky ones who does not suffer many side effects from medications. My sister cannot use this one at all."
9
September 9, 2016
102
135
120,294
Montelukast
asthma
"There is a gap between the known side effects of this drug and doctor education. We placed my child on it unaware that it causes nightmares and violent behavior in children. He did experience both, to the point where he was almost removed from a regular classroom in 3rd grade. I had a nurse friend educate me and we did take him off. The nightmares and violent outbursts have completely gone. It doesn't happen to all users but it did for my child. We switched and are managing with saline spray and Flonase with success. It almost ruined my child's life at the time. I also filed a complaint to the FDA on our experience on this as well."
1
August 25, 2016
20
119
31,464
Miconazole
vaginal yeast infection
"Day 1 was horrible the burning got worse the itching was worse. It burns more now than ever. I am constantly itchy and it hurts to pee now. I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone"
1
April 21, 2016
4
35
218,892
Depakote
epilepsy
"This medicine has been generally been quite effective in controlling my seizures, once I controlled for other factors like sleep, caffeine, etc. I gained 10% or so of my body weight in the winter, but I'm pretty confident if I work harder I can reverse that (by more regular workouts and more careful fat and especially carb intake). "
8
November 22, 2011
8
59
34,027
Zoledronic acid
osteolytic bone metastases of solid tumors
"I have been taking Zometa for Breast Cancer with Metastasis to the bones and have been on it 8 months now and I have only had minor aches and pains... no major complications from the drug."
10
October 18, 2016
7
36
105,000
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
endometriosis
"This drug did not work for me as I am unable to take any hormones. I managed to take it for 8 weeks before stopping. I started getting a period after about week 6 and it continued on and off right up until I stopped taking the drug. When I started getting my period I still had the same symptoms (severe cramping, back pain, exhaustion, etc) that I started taking the drug for to begin with."
4
March 11, 2009
14
76
19,967
Macrobid
urinary tract infection
"I get UTIs pretty frequently, so as soon as I felt the symptoms coming on I went to an urgent care. The first day of macrobid I got a headache. The second day I had severe headache, body aches, weakness and malaise. However, I thought it was just my illness, because I have never had an experience like this with medication before. Day 3, I am in hell and sicker than a dog. Severe headache, nausea, light headed, weak, fatigued. I called in for Bactrim. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICATION. I get that not everyone has this reaction, but the risk is not worth it to me."
1
June 5, 2017
19
107
83,650
Umeclidinium / vilanterol
copd
"I truly believe that I was allergic to all of the meds I have been taking for the past 7 years. I started taking Anoro Ellipta 4 months ago and with the first inhale I could feel the oxygen hitting every cell of my body. It was the best feeling in the world. Still today I feel the same. I never use the emergency inhaler anymore. I have very severe COPD I thought I was going to die every day for years but now I think I can live another 20."
10
December 9, 2017
0
91
168,754
Vilazodone
depression
"I have been on different SRIs for over 15 years and I couldn't take this one. Even at 10 mg the insomnia was ridiculous. I think this drug was also the cause of my chest pains. Quit after 2 weeks."
2
July 3, 2015
27
40
198,781
Depo-Provera
birth control
"Depo- Provera has been a life saver for me! Since I've been getting it, my severe bleeding I've suffered for so long with is gone! I have no periods at all. It's also amazing at preventing pregnancy. I've been with my fiancé for 11 years & we don't use protection, and I like to let him finish in me. No babies here! The only symptoms I get when the shot is first given is slight fatigue. I'd highly recommend you giving it a chance. I've tried everything from an IUD to pills. The IUD worked great for pregnancy also, but caused severe pain & I had to get it removed along with a pelvic ultrasound to make sure no damage was done."
10
June 2, 2017
6
122
105,273
Carbamazepine
trigeminal neuralgia
"When I was first diagnosed, I thought I was dying. I take this (200 mg) - 3 times a day with another medicine. I have been pain free for 7 months. I stay drowsy and stagger at times but I can deal with that as long as the medicines continue to help me."
10
October 15, 2014
77
53
23,766
Fluticasone
atopic dermatitis
"My daughter had Leukemia and had a bone marrow transplant that did not take. During one of her last bouts of chemotherapy she developed a bad rash. She was given Fluticasone Propionate Cream for her skin. It helped clear up some the rash that was considered eczema or even graft versus host disease. I think that this not only helped clear up the rash, but felt good when I applied it. I would gently apply a thin layer and give her little massages to go with it. I liked this cream for her situation."
9
July 27, 2009
12
94
65,101
Hydrochlorothiazide
high blood pressure
"I have been taking 50 mg of Metoprolol Succ for 5 years and my blood pressure recently became very variable. At times it was very well controlled but then it would spike.My cardiologist added 25 mg hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg daily. I'd taken it years ago and it caused my sodium to go quite low-122. The doctor that prescribed stopped This doctor convinced me to try it again and she would check my sodium and potassium. I took it for three days and developed several side effects including dizziness, vision changes, mild chest pain, severe constipation and both upper and lower abdominal pains. Doctor said stop it. i checked my diary and sure enough I'd been having severe constipation and abdominal pain last time I took it."
1
March 4, 2016
36
126
69,013
Medroxyprogesterone
amenorrhea
"I've always had VERY Irregular periods due to kidney failure. Im 22 years old and have went as long as 6 years without a period. The first time I was prescribed Provera I took 1 10 mg pill a day for 10 days. It took 2 weeks to get my period, I was so excited because I didn't think it was going to work for me. My period came back for 6 months without missing a beat, after it stopped coming I had to redose and I'd get it for another 6 months at a time. I was having the worst time falling but finally a miracle happened for me! If it wasnt for provera giving me my period Im almost certain I wouldn't be holding my baby girl in my arms. I would give it a 10 rating if it wasn't for me having to redose so often"
9
March 16, 2016
28
149
57,590
Acetaminophen / hydrocodone
back pain
"M367 do NOT work as well as other generic brands of this drug. I have used many other generic brand of Norco and I am getting very little pain relief. Just picked these up today from my pharmacy. I was surprised when they were not the yellow ones. 10/325 hydrocodone apap. Stuck with them for a month now as another narcotic will not be prescribed due to new laws. I have, degenetative osteoarthritis of the spine with end stage cervical and lumbar stenosis/ spondylosis and more. Over the top chronic pain."
4
September 22, 2016
10
91
19,686
Pregabalin
pain
"I have taken 3 x 75mg, and amazed at how well Lyrica worked for me after only taking 1 pill. I feel like I can get comfortable for the first time in years. I have high hopes that this doesn't wear off and I can continue to feel so good. I feel like a miracle, really has helped my all over body pain that I live with for years."
9
November 18, 2011
70
69
120,749
Norvasc
high blood pressure
"I am a mid-fifty male post open heart (4 mths ago) and stents (3 weeks ago).I have been on Norvasc 5 mg for about 10 days now as the predecessor drug's side effect were horrible. It has been very effective at lowering my BP (117/75) the side effects are still concerning. Dizzy, tired, maybe some depression & anxiety, slight problem with deep breathing and week muscles. Although I can function normally the day-to-day functions are an effort so I push through. The mornings (when I take Norvasc) are not as good as the afternoon when I feel better. I believe the side effects are getting better but am unsure. What I want is to be normal again and active. They say it takes a few week for the body to adjust. I'll give it its due course."
6
August 11, 2015
81
137
103,891
Ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel
birth control
"Effective form of birth control yet caused excessive abnormal bleeding during the three month cycle in which I should not have gotten my period. Eventually removed from medication due to abnormal uterine bleeding while taking this product."
3
October 26, 2014
24
37
208,372
Oseltamivir
influenza
"Symptoms started Monday. Confirmed flu test and started Tamiflu Wednesday. I just took my thitd dose and my fever has gone down from 103 wednesday to 99 thursday. I agree with the really vivid wild dreams and sleeping 3 hours at a time. Also my taste and smell are almost completely gone. I am not sure if all of that is from Tamiflu or maybe its just effects of the flu virus. Regardless I feel much less achy, headachy and fatigued. Also I am not sweating buckets anymore. I am satisfied with the medicine."
8
January 15, 2015
1
94
52,722
Zolpimist
insomnia
"I have used it on and off for years. It works SO fast. Get in bed then spray it. Downside is that it tastes really bad but the taste is gone if you drink water afterwards. It also is very useful for traveling and plane rides that are over 4 hrs. It is approved if you only can get 4 hours of sleep. So sometimes when I fly I will spray this and sleep for my 5.5hr plane ride."
9
December 29, 2014
11
79
188,626
ParaGard
birth control
"Insertion is painful, but quick. I spotted for two or three days following the procedure and only cramped the day of. I'm breastfeeding so have not yet had a period so I can't comment on whether or not it's heavier than normal yet."
10
March 26, 2016
9
43
20,977
Acyclovir
herpes simplex
"I'm 25 years old, When I first realized something was wrong was when I felt like I had a cut down on my genital area, I then realized there was a new form of a bump and then the itching came along and the burning sensation when I used the restroom. I decided to see the clinic because i knew something was wrong. She ran tests which I am still waiting for to come in this week, but from what she said, she said it looks like Herpes. She prescribed me acyclovir 400mg this past Monday which was two days ago. I have to take one ever 12 hours. It seems to work for so long, like a few hours, but i am still feeling the pain, and I feel like more bumps have appeared. I'm terrified. I still have burning sensation. "
6
September 16, 2015
27
143
202,385
Lithium
bipolar disorde
"I am just about to stop taking lithium for bipolar2 due to recent frightening side effects. No problems to start except thirsty, but lately had numb tingly arm which was scary, I was told lithium level was 0.6 (should be fine) then a bit later had a hideous kind of fit, (I wrongly linked 2 a cocktail?) where I suddenly felt totally drugged but kind of clear headed, terrified, Vision (but not eyes) flicking side to side v fast on and off for 2-3 hrs - horrifying. When I cld see I googled and Very Bad Diseases like Parkinson's came up. (Eyes checked -fine) Then next day lost ability to swallow at all for about 5 mins (dysfagia?) also Terrifying. All 3 symptoms are signs of Parkinson's but no thanks 2my gp I found they can also be effects from lithium. Gutted"
6
January 13, 2016
11
142
214,625
Liothyronine
underactive thyroid
"This medication has been a life saver for me. I don't know if it works really well for depression or if I was hypothyroid but it has saved my life and I am so very thankful for it."
10
November 15, 2012
165
38
202,453
Lithium
bipolar disorde
"This medication literally saved my life. It kicked in in about a week and has increasingly gotten better since then. Lithium keeps you from feeling the intense overly emotional highs and keeps away the suicidal/hopeless lows. I tried going off of it for a week because I thought I didnt need it, and found myself crying nightly/ getting overly emotional."
10
July 9, 2015
44
60
25,879
Ethinyl estradiol / norelgestromin
birth control
"I've only been put on Ortho Evra recently, so I can't say anything about the long term. But I can say that lately I have been quite depressed and nauseous. This is only my first month of using the patch, so I imagine that I'll begin to feel better sometime soon. But its very easy to use and if you're willing to put up with the side effects for a bit its worth it."
5
October 31, 2011
2
74
114,300
Nicotine
smoking cessation
"I have been using step one of the patch for 4 weeks out of both boxes I have lost 3 patches that didn't stay in place after placement. I followed the instructions however they still came off. These are not cheap and being on a fixed income it frustrates me especially when you can not inform the very company that produces the product. Other then that they have been effective."
5
February 28, 2017
11
70
99,020
Lutera
birth control
"I have been on Lutera for 2 months. The only bad side effect I'm having is horrible cramps during my period. I've had a baby before and the cramps feel like early or Braxton hicks contractions. The bleeding is light. No acne, break thru bleeding or decrease sex drive. The other side effects like dry eyes with contacts, nausea here there is bearable . I just wear my glasses sometimes. I haven't had any weight gain. I had a really bad headache before this period. And it lasted about a day or so. Other than that I'm satisfied with the pill. It's doing the job of keeping me from getting pregnant."
10
November 17, 2015
5
111
3,745
Fioricet
headache
"I have had a pounding throbbing migraine for 18 days a terrible throbbing pain on the left side of my head. I tried everything under the sun imitrex over the counter everything the only thing that worked for me is fioricet it took away my migraine in an instant I suffer from anxiety so that caused my tension migraines this medicine puts anxiety at easy and your migraine completely gone. Please don't be in pain anymore go to your doctor and get fioricet. I feel for all the migraine sufferers I have been dealing with it for half my life don't be in pain anymore this medicine will really work also if you have moderate to severe anxiety like I do hope this helps!!!"
10
September 9, 2017
9
124
182,996
Cymbalta
depression
"Amazing! Best depression & anxiety medication I have been on & I have tried many. Horrible initial side effects but after 2 weeks subsided. Without a doubt completely worth it. Anxiety & depression dramatically diminished, libido back with a vengeance :) HIGHLY recommended from a person with a long history of acute anxiety & depression which was made worse by not being able to find a suitable medication until now. Best 6 months ever."
10
April 25, 2015
141
74
78,307
Tapentadol
pain
"I had knee surgery. I can't tolerate hydrocodone so the Doctor prescribed Nucynta 50 mg. Took two after coming home from the surgery and felt psychotic. It took several hours to get over it. I've since taken one, and just had mild stomach upset. From the comments posted here, it seems you need to take it for a period of time before it starts working well. "
3
August 19, 2011
15
67
99,137
Lutera
birth control
"I'm 18 and this is my first time being on birth control so when I read all the horrible reviews on Lutera I was really worried. But it's been about a week now and I can definitely say that I love it so far! Haven't had any side effects besides really bad nausea on the second day of the pill. But everything was fine after that. Haven't experienced any mood swings, decrease in sex drive. I've noticed that my appetite did increase just a little and my breasts have been more tender than usual."
10
October 2, 2013
5
94
154,637
Metronidazole
bacterial vaginitis
"Where do I start!? This medicine is horrible! I guess The moment you put the first pill in your mouth.. it taste like poison! The pill is a little hard to swallow! I’m taking the 500MG , 2x a day for BV! I decided to take mine 3 days before my menstrual cycle started and I didn’t see a difference in my discharge before my cycle came so I don’t know if it’s working or not! (I didn’t have a foul odor or anything before taking this medicine)! But what I do know is this medicine has made me very nauseous and fatigue!! And also I think it maybe giving me a yeast infection because I’ve been feeling a little itchy pain down there (once I got to day 3)!!! I’m on day 4 and I’m just ready to be done!!! They need to find another remedy!!"
5
November 2, 2017
0
147
38,120
Elidel
atopic dermatitis
"Physician was wary of keeping me on steroids on the face since the dermatitis and eczema was still coming back. She gave me Elidel and it worked really well, things cleared up within a few days. Initial side effects were application burning and itching, but skin got used to it and I don't get that anymore. I kept on it for several weeks and the dermatitis didn't return by itself. I still use it for any missed spots of eczema or dermatitis that flares up. It's safe to use on top of my Avar LS wash, so now lots of my dermatitis and eczema is under control with this combo. A personal positive side effect is that it inhibited hair growth on my upper lip where I used it."
9
November 2, 2017
1
129
47,915
Adapalene
acne
"I used Differin and the first month was HORRIBLE. I guess I needed to use moisturizer especially SPF.. Or lotion. I got sun burned really bad all over, my face was peeling and really scabby. I just looked crazy going to school. And my face hurt so bad so I started using it less. I even went to go get my eyebrows waxed and the wax was too hot for my face and sensitive skin it ripped and scabbed up really bad.. Ouch! But luckily after one month was suffering my face and especially my nose (where I got it) it was all clear, gone, and smooth! Seems like similar experiences where it starts off bad then ends up good. I now put Olay SPF moisturizer on everyday and use it every other day with Cerave face wash."
8
February 11, 2015
27
138
207,506
Suprep Bowel Prep Kit
bowel preparation
"I read all the reports and was really scared to take the medicine. I used a hair clip on my nose even to open the bottle. I diluted it with water that was naturally flavored with citrus. I still do not have any idea what it smells or tasted like. It was a lot of fluid but it started working ibefore I finished the first glass of the same sparkling water after the first dose. I had no nausea or anything but a little bloating. I did get slightly cold especially my extremities. It's not fun not eating and getting up at 2am for the second dose but not that bad considering what cancer does and how radiation, chemo for a year and surgery makes one feel. I know because my husband had colon cancer before he was fifty."
10
September 20, 2016
24
139
47,824
Adapalene
acne
"I've struggled with acne for YEARS and my doctor prescribed Differin to help with my face. I've been using it for maybe 2 and a half weeks at this point so I know it's really early to post a review. Everything I've read about the product has been that it changes nothing for the first couple months but I've been using a Tea Tree Facial cleanser before the Differin cream & it has made a WORLD of difference ! So if you don't see much of a chance try a tea tree product. I got mine from the body shop."
10
March 4, 2016
18
100
21,797
Guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine
cough and nasal congestion
"Its worth to buy the day and night Max Strength to get you going again. It does make you have dreams and talk in your sleep but I rather have that then coughing with a runny nose. It seems to dry up the mucus real quick. SO I recommend the day and night if you want the full 24 hour affect and I only take 1 set of pill for the day and 1 set of pill for the night. Thanks Mucinex!"
10
October 29, 2015
15
82
159,427
Januvia
diabetes, type 2
"My blood sugars dropped by at least 9 points the second day on Januvia. I went from a morning 121 avg to 101, lunch 90 to 79, dinner 141 to 139, bedtime 161 to 150."
10
October 11, 2009
56
35
100,008
Desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol
birth control
"This is yet another update. Just finished my 4th pack. Worst experience ever in all of the birth controls I've tried combined. Like I said in my previous review, I was on loestrin fe, junel, and yasmin. This last pack made me start bleeding during the 3rd active pill week. Progressed into probably the heaviest period I've ever had. Made me nauseous and weak from the excessive blood loss. And made me so gassy to the point I felt like I couldn't breathe. I'm still on my period now, and it's been 2 weeks of non stop bleeding. I constantly feel like passing out. Asking my doc to switch to something else."
1
June 28, 2017
0
112
153,339
Doxycycline
rosacea
"Started taking for acne. It helped a lot the first three weeks but the second I had my period it's like I might as well not even be taking the oracea because I see little to no difference. I get diarrhea and upset stomach in addition to taking this medication. For me, I'll probably need to take a stronger medicine."
6
July 25, 2015
7
60
13,870
Bydureon
diabetes, type 2
"I took this with 3 injections and had the bumps/nodules which were itchy, but with my 4th injection it bled quite a bit and I developed a rash, swelling and bruising. When my doc saw it, she took me off. That night I was very sick in the middle of the night throwing up. I have lost 15 pounds in almost 4 weeks but I do not believe it's the meds...I was still very hungry and it took extreme discipline to do this, in motivation to get off the meds. I will do anything to get back to the weight needed without meds. For now, I'm going to try metformin for the first time."
2
December 16, 2015
6
114
153,361
Doxycycline
acne
"My 15 year old daughter started on this 2.5 weeks ago. Week 1 we saw no change. Week 2 the acne was significantly worse (the medicine paper warns that this may happen). As soon as week 3 started, like magic her face started to clear. We are happy with the results and hopeful for continued improvement."
9
August 4, 2014
77
56
123,740
Skyla
birth control
"Insertion was painless. Cramping for the next 36 hours was terrible. It has now been 14 months and I'm getting it removed tomorrow. I'm 25 and have acne for the first time ever. I have been mostly eating healthy but am ALWAYS hungry and ALWAYS tired and just icky. I gained 36 lbs when pregnant, had lost 30 in the 3 months after birth. But now with Skyla I've gained back 18 lbs. same exercise, same diet, but now also chasing around a tireless toddler. I also am ALWAYS spotting or on my period. It has helped considerable with my period cramps (they used to be brutal), but still, who wants to constantly be bleeding, bloated, and crampy. I think I just can't handle any dose of hormones. Can't wait for tomorrow."
4
January 18, 2017
2
132
106,697
Implanon
birth control
"I got it implanted about 9 months ago and my period is exactly opposite from a normal period. I get about one week off from bleeding every month! I have an extremely high sex drive, lost/gained no weight at all, and haven't noticed any changes in my hair growth/loss. I cry and had mood swings but I'm not sure if that is just me or the hormones because I have always been sensitive! Every one is different but I really like this birth control method and I would love it if I didn't bleed every two seconds. It always me to live my life and stay not pregnant until I am ready."
8
September 20, 2015
4
112
204,676
Acetaminophen / propoxyphene
pain
"I have been given Darvocet N100 for years, to treat different pain situations. I was started on a 4/day regime, since being diagnosed with severe fibromyalgia 6yrs ago. Darvocet has allowed me to deal with the daily pain, and inability to perform activities of daily living. Other medicines have severe side effects for me, and even though the Darvocet does not completely take away the pain, it diminishes the raw nagging pain, so that I can move around. Now that it has been pulled from the market, I see a backslide into the previous state where all I could do is lay in bed or on the couch. Other medicines just don't do it for me. I never had any side effects with the Darvocet, and it did not bother my stomach."
10
December 16, 2010
16
132
118,109
Tylox
pain
"Post surgery: I am sensitive to medicine and this one is not too hard on my stomach. It helps me get comfortable enough to get a good nights sleep. It will cause hard stool or constipation. I have been taking one every night at dinner and 2 stool softeners in the morning with breakfast. Cannot take and work or drive so only useful for nights. Overall very happy with this."
9
July 4, 2008
8
70
154,040
Motrin
headache
"I've been suffering from headaches/migraines due to stress, menstrual cramps and dry sinuses for 5 years now and I have to say Motrin is very amazing with results. I would usually take 2 to 3 pills with food and about an hour or 2 it takes the pain away. No side effects!"
10
January 17, 2013
9
52
21,426
Zaleplon
insomnia
"I used to take Zaleplon Sonata to help regulate sleep disturbances related to Bipolar Disorder. I took it 38 times over the course of 78 days and it was excellent in helping me fall asleep. The 39th time I took it, I experienced very frightening hallucinations and severe anxiety. The experience was made worse because I was concerned about maniac symptoms. I called my psychiatrist and he said to immediately stop taking it. "
5
June 25, 2013
12
74
17,923
Ethinyl estradiol / etonogestrel
birth control
"This is my first experience with birth control, and I have only been using NuvaRing for one month. Putting it in is very easy, and I did not feel it at all. It never slipped out or shifted positions. Not having to worry about it every day is a huge plus. It wasn't until the end of the third week that I had sex with it in, and although my boyfriend nor I could feel it during sex I found that I was not as aroused as I normally get. This led to much less natural lubrication. I also found that I was not as sensitive to touch or sexual pleasure. Post sex I found I was prone to diarrhea which is not normal for me. Those were my only side effects though. "
6
December 30, 2012
10
134
190,054
Stadol
pain
"I have migraines really bad, my neurologist prescirbed Stadol as a last resort medication. So far it has not worked. Just made me nauseated and gave me a head rush. It's very discouraging to read the comments about ER's thinking migraine sufferers are drug seeking people. It's sad that we get no attention or help. I would rather suffer than go to the ER and be put in a group that I'm not in. Good luck to all of us :)"
3
March 27, 2016
19
81
162,057
Benzoyl peroxide
acne
"People will not believe me, but in desperation one day, I applied Oxy10 to a cist on my dogs head and within a week the cist had dissapeared! After that I applied it to moles on my wifes ear and chest and the moles slowly dried up and fell off, leaving healthy skin! The best result was after I contacted a skin irritation after snorkeling in the sea. For weeks, by back itched worse and worse. The only way I could get relief was to "burn" the itch with hot air from a hair drier. I tried all the ointments that a skin specialist prescribed with no result. The itchy area started to spread across my back and under my armpits. In desperation, I grabbed a tube of Oxy10 and asked my wife to rub it in well. Guess what? With 1 week,I was cured!"
10
November 17, 2008
16
145
52,049
Adipex-P
obesity
"I started Adipex on 8/30/14 and as of 9/15/14 I've gone from 202 to 185lbs. 17lbs in a little over 2 weeks, I'm 5'6" and borderline diabetic. My doctor has been on me for the past 5 years to lose weight. She says I'm considered obese and will have to put me on medication for the diabetes soon, but my wake up call was when my joints started aching, and I was losing feeling in my feet. In addition to Adipex, I've eaten 85% clean, opting to snack on baby carrots instead of cheese and crackers. All I drink is water, I've cut out the alcohol, coffee and all fats and sweets. I walk everywhere and have lots of energy. I take 1 pill between 9:30 & 11am every day, and I fall asleep by 10:30pm. My goal is to be around 150lbs."
9
September 15, 2014
302
143
183,388
Cymbalta
anxiety
"This is my second week. I'm extremely tired, moody and emotional and constipated. My doctor took me off of Celexa. I'm not sure if I want to continue taking this since it seems as though I'm worse. I've experienced more anxiety and I'm a mess now. "
4
December 24, 2011
17
47
222,735
Topamax
obesity
"This was prescribed for binge eating as I have mood disorder and I need to lose weight. The binge eating was causing me to go over my calorie plan. I have taken it for over 6 months. I have worked up to 200 mg a day. Never had any side effects and no help with appetite either."
1
November 28, 2015
26
57
216,225
Copper
birth control
"My experience was SO much better than I had initially anticipated. I'm 23 with no kids and I had 0 problems with the ParaGard procedure. I just got it put in a couple hours ago so I can't give any info on the long term side effects. The procedure took about 5 minutes. She first put the opening clamp on me - not painful, then she measured me (which was my most uncomfortable moment, but still not even bad) she asked me to cough when she did that (I felt like a boy lol) then only 5 seconds later she inserted the small copper-plastic T. She then immediately took the clamp off. I wasn't nauseous or anything, just glad it was over and was very painless! Felt like a period cramp mixed with having to pee. Hope this helps you as it helped me :)"
10
May 9, 2015
18
145
216,232
Copper
birth control
"This has been the most painful 2 years of my life. Every month, a week before my period, I get debilitating pain that will limit my ability to walk. I bleed for 8 days, terrible cramping and bloating, I I need to change a super tampon every other hours on the worst day, it is awful. I was told it would get better, have been to my OB at least 5 times about it in the last 2 years and I just can't anymore. If you like pain and torture- get this. I mean, I haven't gotten pregnant so it works, but I would rather a baby than this."
1
May 2, 2015
3
109
116,896
Lamictal
bipolar disorde
"I have Bipolar 2. I was diagnosed in 2009 but had suspicions long beforehand. So was put on Prozac, Abilify. While I notice Prozac helping, especially when I don't have any and I begin having withdrawal, I've found that Lamictal really does the job! It's very subtle, maybe because I'm on a very low dosage. Yet, I notice it. I'm more calmer. Not calm completely, just calMER."
6
January 23, 2014
80
67
16,573
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"Update. I am in my third month now taking this BC pill. I have only 12 pills remaining. I developed acne on my chin during the second month on this pill, but it has since gone away. I still have not had a period since September 20th., yet I am now spotting daily. I no longer have any desire for intimacy; my sex drive has completely diminished. I have become extremely moody; less tolerant, and easily angered. I will not be renewing this prescription, but will research other products. Any advice would be greatly appreciated."
1
November 30, 2015
4
95
175,120
Linaclotide
irritable bowel syndrome
"Oct-2012, Had colectomy with anastimosis because muscle and nerves had stopped working on colon and I let it go too long because nothing helped. If only I had this few years ago before I gave up hope. Praying it will save small intestine that's left. As a Plus, it takes the 8 pain from irritable bowel syndrome flare down to a livable life. Maximum dose. If I didn't have a Fibromyalgia flare & lesions formed inside I'd be perfect. Gives me hope & gives hope to many who were losing options. Did have to Fight Blue Cross to cover but hey realized it was cheaper than many ER visits for pain & constipation. Makes life easier. Thank You for helping me get my life back. Had almost given up."
9
September 10, 2013
39
129
208,427
Oseltamivir
influenza
"Went to Dr with flu. Started Tamiflu. In two days, started noticing a rash, swelling in hands, arms, legs and feet. Could not sleep, though extremely tired. Weakness and dizziness was terrible."
3
March 9, 2013
36
32
174,093
Valium
anxiety
"I'm only 15 years old, but I've been suffering from anxiety to the point of near-suicide, and Valium has saved my life more than once. I currently take Cymbalta daily, and Valium whenever I need it (roughly 5 times per week) , and I have now been able to return to living a normal life. (I had to quit school for a little while). I would recommend this medicine to absolutely ANYONE who suffers from frequent anxiety, it may permit a better lifestyle."
10
July 7, 2011
101
83
87,354
Tri-Linyah
birth control
"I've been taking Tri-Linyah for a few years now, after trying many other pills. On this pill, my acne has completely cleared up and I have never gotten pregnant so I'd like to rate it pretty high. On other pills in the past, I had various side effects ranging from bad acne to insane anxiety, but haven't experienced any of that with this pill. The only reasons I'm not 100% in love with it are because I have gained a noticeable amount of weight since taking it (10 pounds is a lot when you only weight 115 to begin with) and my periods tend to last around 5 days. I had it down to 2-3 days when I was on Microgestin, so 5 really sucks. It does it's job though, so I keep taking it."
8
November 6, 2015
6
135
110,690
Duragesic
pain
"I was put on Duragesic when the MS Contin wasn't enough to control my chronic pain, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia, even with breakthrough medicines. At first the patches worked well once I got up to a dose that worked. The only horrible drawback is that I live in the desert and once the daytime temperatures got over about 90 degrees F the patches began dumping more because of the heat. I finally had to quit using them, due to side effects brought on by the high temperatures. Also at times I would just fall asleep. I finally quit the patches all together when I fell asleep driving and almost had a bad, bad wreck. I feel the patches work great for people who don't have to deal with high outside temperatures."
7
December 16, 2010
47
130
177,120
Sporanox
vaginal yeast infection
"It worked wonders for me, I suffer from severe constipation which causes thrush from time to time & I would use the cream after a few days the infection will occur again my doctor put me on sporanox for seven days one tablet a day & it since has never returned once I completed my treatment that was over a year ago. This is the best yeast infection treatment I would be an advocate for it."
10
June 21, 2017
3
76
106,660
Implanon
birth control
"This week is the end of the 3-years period of my first implanon. I will replace it for another one tomorrow. I love it, is my favorite birth control. I didn't have to worry about taking pills, drugs interaction and so on. I had rare bleeding (just a little bit, less than the periods that I used to had with pill) but just 2/3 days. I didn't had weight gain, emotional lability, headache, period abdominal pain or crazy hormones symptoms, nothing!, is like I'm not using anything. I recommend it! :)"
10
September 7, 2015
3
91
18,311
Embeda
pain
"I was taking Opana ER 20 and was switched by my doctor to Emeda 30 1.2MG. I experienced a significant increase in pain level and break through pain occurred within 2-3 hours. Other adverse effects included sweating, nausea, and constipation."
1
November 1, 2009
36
40
222,301
Kyleena
birth control
"Ok I've had my IUD in for about 3-4 weeks now. I got it in off my period, with no misprostal and no cervical block. It was brutal but I survived. Didn't cramp afterwards, didn't spot afterwards, totally normal. I was thinking maybe (for once in my life) that I got lucky and wasn't going to have a traumatic experience. Wrong! I'm on my first period since getting it, have been bleeding heavily for over a week now and my period cramps are HEINOUS. Like it feels like insertion pains all over again. I'm starting to worry it has expelled itself or latched onto something its not supposed to be latched onto. I've been on the couch sobbing from the cramps all day."
5
November 24, 2017
2
123
205,236
Acetaminophen / aspirin / caffeine
migraine
"Love excedrin migraine. I have been a migraine sufferer for 40 years. Ibuprofen doesn't touch the pain, light sensitivity. But, excedrin migraine usually knocks it down within 25 minutes begore the nausea sets in.I truly hope they never discontinue this product. My son gets migraines too and also swears by excedrin migraine."
9
May 28, 2016
7
52
83,453
Levocetirizine
allergies
"Will not take again! Up all night frequent urination. Finally fell asleep and woke with awful migraine, dizziness, nausea, fatigue and muscle pain! I've been feeling awful all day! Can't wait to get this out of my system! Will go back to Clariten which I tolerate. Ughhhh..."
1
September 28, 2017
3
47
179,412
Olanzapine
bipolar disorde
"I was diagnosed with bipolar when I was fifteen years old. I have been on several other medications and stopped taking them when I was eighteen and did not take them for ten years. I developed substance issues with alcohol and drugs to try and self medicate. I had a lot of personal and social problems. I was put on Zyprexa less than a week ago and it has quite literally saved my life and my current marriage. I have not experienced any side effects. I take only 5mg once a day in conjunction with lithium. WOW!"
10
October 12, 2011
51
97
98,001
Leuprolide
prostate cance
"I've been on Lupron (after prostae surgery) for a period of 7-1/2 years. I am also on 50mg Casosex. The side effects are minor (hot sweats, decreased energy) Injection site(s) were moved after 6 yrs. from buttox to shoulder(s) due to lower back pain. I hope this gives hope to patients about to begin this regimen."
10
September 17, 2009
85
56
222,100
Fluconazole
vaginal yeast infection
"I had a yeast infection to the 10th Power. I tried some OTC vaginal medicines and definitely didn't work out for me. Seem like it got worse. Very embarrassing and uncomfortable NOT A GOOD FEELING! My Dr prescribed me 2 doses at 150mg each. Took the 1st pill at noon and I could really feel relief within hours. I highly recommend this pill for quick relief. Thank goodness for Fluconazole!"
7
November 25, 2014
73
70
94,000
Trintellix
major depressive disorde
"Everybody reacts differently to medications, especially those used to treat psychiatric disorders. Unfortunately for me, Trintellix caused major side effects, including a ridiculous amount of unfocusable energy that channeled itself into restless leg syndrome and extremely bad anxiety. Due to the energy and RLS, sleeping was very hard to do, and when I was able to get to sleep, I had the most unsettlingly terrifying dreams. For me, Trintellix was not a fun stop on my journey to find the correct medication(s) for me."
1
January 17, 2017
16
84
112,898
Bisacodyl
constipation
"I took only 1 pill around 3pm due to severe constipation & hard stools caused by pain medications I was on last week. I was fine until around 8pm when I suddenly started having severe stomach cramps. I continued to have these & finally passed some hard stools around 9:30pm, but still am severely bloated with intense stomach pains. It is now nearly 10pm & I am stuck on the toilet with severe stomach pains & hoping to pass more stool as I can see the bloated area moving through my stomach. Do not take this medicine, the pain is not worth it! I am hoping the pains will pass soon, but very scared by other reviews I read of nausea & vomiting."
1
September 30, 2017
9
123
112,213
Contrave
obesity
"I am on week 4. I am proud to say I have not had any side effects at all. Right away I noticed the difference. I would eat all day if I could and snack as well. I had Gastric Bypass back in 03 and gained a lot of weight back so I had gotten to 240lbs from 159lbs back in 04 however I had twins a few years ago. I am down so far to 227 which is great for a little under a month (13lbs) I will add in exercise this month and change to a even more healthier diet to see how much more I can lose. I think this is the wonder pill."
8
February 2, 2015
36
117
87,123
Latuda
bipolar disorde
"Been on Latuda for 2 months and for the first time in years I feel happy and content plus I'm not flip flopping between mad confusion to hyperactive depression anymore. It gives me that second to think before I react and that has been all the time I need to see where I could go down the angry paranoid path or CHOOSE to take another route. My anxiety is almost gone with or without benzo's. I smile and have a positive outlook on things now. The only reason I didn't give it a 10 is as of now it creates a very uncomfortable energy almost like I can't keep still. So worth it to me I can deal with that. I have been on all the anti crazy and bat shit loony meds out there and this so far has been the best."
8
January 8, 2015
155
143
79,314
Plan B One-Step
emergency contraception
"To start off, in most cases, plan b works. I'm 18 and had sex for the first time. Unfortunately, the condom broke. After about 2 hours, I took the pill. I did not experience any side effects besides the bleeding. I bled 4 days after taking the pill. (Common) then my period's original date came and still no period. After 2 weeks of waiting, I finally got my period. Don't worry ladies, stress can make it come later so try not to stress and just relax. As long as your weight is under 165 lbs and you take the pill within 72 hours, you should have no problems!"
10
February 1, 2016
13
108
85,541
Ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
birth control
"So I started trinessa when I was about 15 due to irregular periods. It worked VERY well for me - a bit rocky at first, but after about 3 months, my periods were regular (I was having them twice a month) and my skin was much clearer. No cramps with little bloating. I got off of the pill due to my doctor being a bit forgetful of refills, and I didn't see a huge change until the every-two-week period came back. I am now back on it and am so thankful for it!!! 10/10 would recommend"
9
February 8, 2015
11
96
132,129
Ativan
anxiety
"I forgot how well this stuff works. I've been using Ativan every so often for six years. I hadn't taken it in ages but had a panic attack tonight and I feel really good now after taking it. I know when my anxiety was a lot worse, it didn't bring me down to 0 anxiety but took the edge off. At one point in the past I was taking it pretty much daily but never became dependent on it (I only take the 0.5mg dose). I do feel kind of sleepy, but pleasantly so. In my experience the sublingual (under the tongue) type works a lot better than the normal swallowed pills."
10
August 1, 2017
38
112
130,626
Levonorgestrel
birth control
"I was given medicine to take before the procedure and after, it was a little painful but nothing to serious. The rest of the day I was drowsy but had no cramps, headache or normal "period pains". I absolutely love the Mirena and it was well worth the money. Much better than the pill or shot you could take. I would recommend this to everyone! I got it the second day of my period and it lasted only 2 more days. I got it 3 months ago and haven't had my period since! As for sex I had it the 5th day and am not pregnant and have no side effects. Definitely recommend this!"
10
April 16, 2012
1
114
60,708
MoviPrep
bowel preparation
"I've been dreading this all week. Read every awful review, and every scary web page. I don't do well with gross-tasting stuff and have been scared to death I wouldn't get this stuff down. Just finished the first liter and it was TOTALLY FINE. It's not tasty, but it's not THAT bad. I definitely recommend refrigerating and using a straw and holding your nose. It was NO issue to drink, and I generally have a weak stomach. It works well as well, I think. Have to run to the bathroom every five minutes or so...sort of like peeing out of a different spot (TMI, sorry). So, all in all, so far so good. Was NOT even close to as bad as I feared. At all."
9
February 15, 2017
25
125
188,066
Symbyax
depression
"Have been taking this for two weeks. My children and husband can tell what a difference it has made, though I have been much harder to wake up in the morning. That is the reason I rated it a 9. I do sleep better, focus better, but one issue, I am having trouble remembering what I have done in the evenings after I take my medication."
9
September 2, 2009
30
66
106,629
Implanon
birth control
"I am 20 yrs old when I initially got it inserted waited a month for unprotected sex with my bf to make sure it's effectiveness, everything was great the first 8-10 months I stopped getting my period and most importantly the implanon was very effective, no weight gain, when I reach about a year/year and a half I started getting acne which I've never experienced before, at the time I didn't realize it was the implanon until I started researching, my period started coming VERY irregular, it lasts months with a 2-3 break, made it very uncomfortable to even want to have sex. So over all it does prevent you from getting pregnant and its very effective but keep in mind these side effects!I only regret it bc of the mood swings,acne, period duration"
8
October 27, 2015
4
134
201,688
Zoloft
panic disorde
"I was experiencing severe anxiety and panic. I could barely leave my house and everyday activities seemed impossible. I would get dizzy, pounding heart, the works! Also, I couldn't sit still anymore! I could not sit in class, dinners, or even just with friends. My doctor prescribed Zoloft 25mg, a typically low dosage, after an unsuccessful attempt with Lexapro. I have been on Zoloft 25mg for six weeks now and I'm doing tremendously better. The first two weeks or so I experienced minimal, tolerable side effects like foggy feeling the first day, heighten anxiety and restlessness, but nothing too bad. Now I feel great! I can sit for longer periods, little to no obsessive thoughts and am pretty much panic free! I love Zoloft!"
9
August 27, 2013
73
124
155,449
Metronidazole
bacterial vaginitis
"I've had bacterial vaginitis on & off for many years and just got sick of treating it until a few days ago when I was struck with bad pelvic pain and pressure, ended up in ER and diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease which has caused an abscess on my left ovary. Turns out the Pelvic Inflammatory Disease has been caused by the untreated bacterial vaginitis over time. So please get treated every time you get symptoms. I'm on day 2 & have an ease of symptoms from the BV but get very nauseous and sick feeling after taking it. I'm also on a few others for the PID but it's definitely no fun. Don't ignore Bacterial Vaginitis."
9
December 28, 2014
53
117
86,440
Invokana
diabetes, type 2
"This really helped lowe my sugars a lot! For the first time in years my sugars are normal! I lost about 15 lbs too! Had some rough side effects at the beginning (aches, yeast infections from sugar in urine) but they all got better when the sugar levels went down. Also on Janumet which is pretty good too."
9
June 1, 2016
27
58
155,430
Metronidazole
bacterial infection
"I was prescribed the 500mg pills for 10 days to fight some sort of bacteria infection in my stomach. I am on day 6 and have had zero issues with these meds until today. I took one of the pills without eating anything with it(I have always taken the meds with food previously)and felt as if I was going to die about 30 minutes later. Serious cramping, nausea, headache, and a sudden franticness overcame me and all I could do was sit down in the subway line I was in. Fortunetly, I forced myself to eat a bag of chips and chugged a 32 ouch tea and found relief within 10 minutes. Needless to say, making sure you eat with this prescription is strongly advised. As for the job, it eradicated the infection and showed improvements a day after treatment"
10
March 1, 2015
3
140
210,276
Linzess
irritable bowel syndrome
"I like Linzess and have used it off and on for 2 yrs - however dont take at night time - seems mornings work best. I had an accident in my sleep - not pleasant and a nightmare. I might have to have dr lower the dosage of 290 to lower one. I use Miralax normally - but Linzess for the times Miralax is lax on the job."
10
August 21, 2015
20
68
6,796
Beyaz
birth control
"I have only been on Beyaz for a week but I have noticed a SIGNIFICANT decrease in appetite. I have already lost weight on this pill. So far I have noticed increased minor headaches and nausea the first few days. So far I really like this pill, the last pill I was on made me gain weight and I was very emotional. Hope it continues to be a good a pill for me."
10
November 20, 2011
13
73
6,040
Flecainide
wolff-parkinson-white syndrome
"My son who is eight and a half months old has been on flecainide for almost eight months. It has worked wonders. he has had no side effects, and has had no SVT episodes. I am very grateful for this drug."
9
February 25, 2009
3
41
75,369
Vistaril
anxiety
"I have severe anxiety, agoraphobia and OCD. I am taking 50mg of the Vistaril along with 1mg of Xanax 4 times a day and I haven't felt this good since I was a kid. I love it and more importantly, I am able to live a normal life! It's a life saver in my opinion."
10
October 18, 2011
126
55
156,844
Transderm-Scop
motion sickness
"My friend and I both used the patch to prevent motion sickness on our first cruise. By day 3 of the cruise, I had double vision, and could not even read the menu at dinner. I also began to get a horrible migraine, complete with flashes of light in my vision. I assumed the patch was wearing off, so I removed the old one and put on a new one. By the morning of day 4, we removed the patch after reading possible side effects on the box. My vision did not return to normal until day 6. I spoke with the doctors in the infirmary, and they said they often see this as a side effect to the medication. My friend experienced the same double vision, although hers began a day behind mine. "
1
December 10, 2012
29
135
137,083
Isotretinoin
acne
"I have currently been on this medication for the last two weeks. The first week I was on 30mg once a week but I requested to be changed to every other day.These two weeks I have seen alot of the side effects that I was told about. Dry skin and lips has been the worst thing so far but nothing lotion and lip balm can't fix. The only thing I can really complain about is if you are diagnosed with IBS this medication may increase your problems with IBS. It was the worst for the first week but switching to every other day has really helped and not as many side effects. I do not see any major changes so far but at the same time I have not experienced any major outbreaks so thats a start!"
7
March 21, 2016
7
137
192,878
Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol
birth control
"I used Yaz on and off for several years and the first month was always the hardest: fatigue and extreme irritability. Your energy reserves should not be spent trying to keep rage in check. Nevertheless, after that adjustment period, I leveled out somewhat and experiences some pro's: clearer skin, fuller breasts, no noticeable weight gain (though I diet like a jockey) and of course no babies. Period was mercifully light (2-3 days) and PMS was slightly minimized (but still acknowledged by boyfriend). My libido slowly started to ebb. By the 2nd or 3rd month, moderate depression. By the 4th, severe. By the time I started having suicidal thoughts, I decided to switch to a less psychologically harmful method of birth control: abstinence."
4
December 28, 2009
17
122
64,526
Sertraline
anxiety and stress
"Awful stuff. Made me feel really bad. Do not recommend it. I felt every bad side effect and did not benefit from it one bit. Am much happier not taking it."
1
April 9, 2016
11
31
138,025
Ortho Evra
birth control
"Very easy to use, doesn't give me morning sickness like the pill did. I don't even notice its on. Only downfall is that it falls off in the shower or pool, and I think its causing me to gain weight. It also made me very moody for the first 3 months. "
7
April 16, 2015
3
52
33,562
Microgestin Fe 1 / 20
birth control
"I am 19 years old and this is my first time on birth control. I chose this one because it is fairly inexpensive if I didn't have insurance to cover as well as fitting my body. I have no bad experiences with it at all, no weight gain or anything and it does its job! Needless to say I love this pill!"
10
December 12, 2012
15
62
7,613
Xanax
anxiety
"I have been on Xanax 1mg TID since 2013. This has been a miracle drug for my anxiety. I also take Celexa 40mg daily in combination with Xanax. Within minutes of taking my prescription, I feel a tremendous amount of stress relief. I normally take 2 at bedtime and sleep straight through the night and never wake up groggy. I feel refreshed each morning, and get ready for work. 2 thumbs up for this medication. Those that abuse it, you give patients who truly suffer from anxiety and depression a bad name."
10
April 2, 2016
84
92