patient_id
int64
4
232k
drugName
stringlengths
2
96
condition
stringclasses
791 values
review
stringlengths
130
10.4k
rating
float64
1
10
date
stringlengths
11
18
usefulCount
int64
0
1.29k
review_length
int64
31
1.89k
103,705
Dexedrine
adhd
"I have currently been taking Dexedrine spansules for 16 years. 90 mg a day. ADHD had ruined my life up until I was 36 years old. Now all the standard symptoms are under control and have been since I started the medication. I would personally check with a good doctor if you are suffering with this disorder."
10
April 16, 2011
46
57
60,128
NuvaRing
birth control
"I had been using Nuvaring for just about a year when I decided to call it quits. The first few months were great. I loved the convenience of it, and my boyfriend could not feel it. I also never had a problem with it slipping out. After 3-4 months, I started getting intense cramps, bloating, and breast sensitivity for about a week before my period that lasted until I popped the next one back in. Meanwhile, I was getting crankier and moodier and the smallest things would make me cry. I started breaking out on my face (which NEVER happened before) and I gained about 10-15 lbs (not that I was doing anything differently that would cause this). After about 6 months, I started losing my sex drive and when I did have sex, it would be painful."
4
October 22, 2012
11
138
132,030
Effexor XR
generalized anxiety disorde
"I had developed severe anxiety and depression in my late teens/ early 20's and like many before me I have tried wellbutrin, paxil, lexapro etc. This is the only medicine that has shown significant improvement on both my depression and anxiety. I can be myself again. Don't be ashamed to talk to your doctor or family member. Get help as soon as possible."
10
May 9, 2008
103
63
55,184
Bupropion / naltrexone
obesity
"I've had a pretty positive experience with this medication. I am a 32-year old female, I started at 235 and am now 194. It took about 6ish months to lose the 41 pounds and I'm continuing to lose. I did have headaches at first, but they subsided after a few weeks and they were not that bad. I try to stick to 1,200-1,350 calories a day (strict) and then I have a "cheat" meal on Fridays. The Contrave makes it a lot easier to stick to that diet 6 days out of 7. I do have to make a conscious effort to diet though, the Contrave didn't take away my desire to eat and it didn't take away cravings. It just makes it easier to resist overeating and giving in to cravings."
8
February 10, 2016
25
132
202,189
Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin
acne
"Duac has magical effect in just two days. Duac gave me very good results but it makes my skin dry and when I use it, first day it makes my skin too red but when redness is gone, my skin clear."
9
September 29, 2013
27
41
48,115
Cariprazine
bipolar disorde
"My doctor prescribed it off label two months ago for my treatment-resistant unipolar depression. I noticed a marked increase in energy level and decrease in suicide ideation within a week of starting, and I'm fairly sure it isn't a placebo effect. Side effects are minimal compared to the many SSRIs and SNRIs I've been on previously (among other things, no weight gain). So far, so good, but because it's off label it isn't covered under my insurance plan. We're hoping that changes before my doctor runs out of samples."
8
January 7, 2017
3
89
185,527
Saxenda
obesity
"I started Saxenda on March 24, 2017 after years of failed diet attempts. I was hopefuly when my doctor prescribed this medication. Initially, I felt fatigued and queasy but it was managable. After increasing to 1.2 mg I broke out in a itchy rash on my stomach (injection sites), and have uncontrollable diarrhea. If the diarrhea doesn't improve I'm not sure how I will continue to take the medication. On the plus side, I have lost about 6 lbs in almost 3 weeks. Has anyone else experienced the diarrhea and if so, does it improve? I might decrease the dosage to 0.6 as I seemed to be fine on that amount."
5
April 12, 2017
9
111
177,772
Duloxetine
depression
"I started taking Cymbalta about one month ago. Initially the dose was 30mg for 2 weeks and 60mg following. I cannot believe how well this has helped me. I suffered with depression and severe anxiety. I will continue this medication as I understand full benefit may not be reached for several months. Overall I am extremely satisfied with Cymbalta. My only side effects are constipation and decreased appetite which I have resolved with Miralax and eating small meals more often. I also realized the increased taste of salt during my meals which has seemed to decrease more each day."
9
July 14, 2014
166
99
230,655
Depo-Provera
abnormal uterine bleeding
"I have used Depo for years for Birth Control and to help with other uterine issues (heavy bleeding, etc). I have never had side effects and it's wonderful..no periods! Talk about convenient. I'll never switch."
10
January 11, 2009
45
35
143,223
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I was on nexplanon for a year. Let me just say that it was so bad. Sex was excruciatingly​ painful I gained a total of 60 lbs on it. In the 3 years I've been off of it I've managed to only lose 20lbs. I was moody and had really bad depression. Did do its job, yes. Was it worth the side effects, no. This was my experience on it, however everybody is different."
1
April 24, 2017
7
74
112,932
Bisacodyl
bowel preparation
"I did the same, took it as per prescribed then read reviews afterwards. I was so freaked out by others experiences with this drug that the anxiety was the WORST part of the night. I took it at 7pm then had a rumbling tummy at about 3am, had my first and only 'cleanse'. Went back to bed and woke up fine at 7am. I did drink LOTS of water (prob 3 litres) because I was so scared of dehydrating and possibly feeling 'on the brink of death' as some have put it...don't know if this was my saviour. It was accompanied with mild nausea, but just meant my hubby had to do the cleaning and putting kids to bed...haha!"
10
December 15, 2016
8
119
87,800
Naproxen
sciatica
"I am currently taking Celebrex and Prednisone for my Sciatica, 12 days now and no relief. Desperate for pain relief I took 1 naproxen 500mg. Thank God I did. The pill is a little hard to swallow, and it may make you a little nauseous but it will definitely ease the pain and will allow you to get some much needed sleep."
9
March 24, 2009
92
62
110,990
Diclegis
nausea/vomiting of pregnancy
"My morning sickness started around 6 weeks and by week 7 I was vomiting up to 40 times a day and ended up in the hospital due to dehydration. I was given Zofran through an IV, but the minute it wore off I would be sick again. I was going to the hospital every 3 days for the IV and Zofran, then I started on Diclegis and my world got better. I was still vomiting, but that went down to 2-3 times a day which was bearable. I didn't notice any other side effects. I was able to return to work and remained on Diclegis for the next 4 months."
9
November 30, 2015
4
110
120,581
Acetaminophen / aspirin / caffeine
migraine
"It used to work a year ago with mild migraines, now it does not help any more. It is pretty good for an over the counter medicine which you can get without a prescription."
2
March 29, 2009
2
34
56,271
Humira
rheumatoid arthritis
"I have severe RA plus Psoriatic Arthritis plus Asthma plus osteoarthritis plus osteoporosis and I just turned 60. I have severe allergies to anti inflammatories and have had my RA for 30 years. Right now I am on Humara ( can't take methotrexate) and have been for 10 years. Humara really helped at one time but just doesn't work for me anymore. I am in an intense flair that just won't stop we tried Xeljan but my sensitive stomach said no more. I was glad to use the Humara even if I did hold my breath when it came to side effects, nothing major happened but I miss my thick hair."
8
September 19, 2016
14
111
217,342
Clarithromycin
bronchitis
"I have always been vulnerable to bronchitis and pneumonia. This antibiotic is the only thing that works. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth yes but I know that after 10 days I will be done and better. Before I was prescribed this, I would often have to take more then 10 days of antibiotics in order to get better."
10
January 26, 2017
18
61
11,942
Fastin
weight loss
"I just started using Fastin and I like it better than other diet pills I've tried such as Hydroxycut because it doesn't make me feel sick/ nauseous. BUT it definitely makes my heart rate skyrocket, so for the first couple days I would only take half a pill at a time. A full pill makes my hands tremble and I can hear my pulse in my brain."
7
February 27, 2014
134
67
211,732
Lamotrigine
bipolar disorde
"It really does work amazingly! I am bipolar II. was originally diagnosed as having major depressive disorder, but my depression did fluctuate in intensity quite a bit, so my psychiatrist thought Lamictal could work and that I could bipolar. So I started Lamictal (ironically right before I started the Lamictal I started having hypomania and was then properly diagnosed as bipolar II) For weeks it really did not help much - and then I reached the full dose of 200mg. I've been on this dose for a month and have felt completely normal or virtually normal most of the time! The medication isn't perfect though, as the depression ocassionally comes on rather hard, but even when it does it is temporary and NOWHERE near as bad as it was before."
9
April 24, 2017
36
130
174,509
Abreva
herpes simplex
"Tried it many time, even use it as a preventing fact, still got them and it didn't make them heal any faster, the bottle is package to look bigger than it actually is. I think its a total expensive scam!"
1
May 6, 2017
13
40
162,008
Ciprofloxacin
prostatitis
"30 year old male healthy no problems. Diagnosed a few weeks ago with a prostate infection and the doctor prescribed 10 day course of Cipro. I had noticeable improvement of symptoms in just a few hours. Cipro is an extremely potent antibiotic but you're about to find out the reason I only gave this med a 5. Cipro is also EXTREMELY dangerous to some people. And you won't know until you take it if it's YOU this med will destroy. Prescribed 500mg cipro 2x daily. After taking second pill my heart started skipping beats and every joint in my body started making "popping" noises. Immediately stopped medication but it was to late. I couldn't walk for 2 weeks. I also went through months of hell. Perephrial neuropathy, anxiety attacks, tremors."
5
February 16, 2017
7
130
55,973
Effexor
anxiety and stress
"I started taking Effexor XR 4 months ago. My entire life I've struggled with anxiety. I have gone to cognitive behavioral therapy to help me change my responses to anxiety producing situations, all to know avail. I never wanted to take medication as I thought only weak people do that. About 2 months prior to taking Effexor XR I began having panic attacks so severe I felt as though I was going to die. I couldn't function and became depressed. As a last resort I decided to try medication. I take one 75mg capsule every morning. Please note, the 1st 2 weeks were misery - I could barely lift my head or body, I had neck pain and slept constantly and still had anxiety. I stuck it out and haven't had an anxiety or panic attack since then."
10
February 4, 2009
131
138
7,952
Xanax
depression
"I have been diagnosed with depression and panic disorder (for 20 years now). I learned over the years that if I could keep my anxiety/panic under good control I would be much less likely to go into depression (uncontrolled anxiety greatly increases the chance I will experience depression). Xanax works extremely well at keeping my anxiety (and hence depression) under control. These days I don't need to use it continuously because just knowing that Xanax is there and works so well if I need it has a calming effect. I didn't give Xanax 10/10 though because it has one annoying side effect for me: it kills my libido rather effectively if I take it for a few days. Apart from that, very tolerable - way more so than any antidepressant I was on."
8
May 3, 2012
113
133
161,481
Ortho Tri-Cyclen
birth control
"It took me a long time to realize some major changes in my life directly correlated with the time I began to take Ortho Tri-Cyclen. I thought these were just general changes in my life until I realized they all started around the same time. I gained about 8-10 pounds, which is almost 10% of my body weight so it made a noticeable difference. The biggest negative point, however was the depression and irritability. I would cry for at least 2 days every month for no reason and considered dropping out of school and moving back home because I was so unhappy. Since I stopped taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen a month ago my whole life has gone back to normal, dropped 5 pounds and generally happy and comfortable. I never got pregnant, though."
4
February 29, 2012
17
132
74,051
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"I cannot believe the negative reviews on this. They did scare me, but I still gave it a shot, and have NEVER been happier with a birth control! My acne is cleared up, my sex drive is still incredible, I have LOST WEIGH and my periods are almost NON EXISTENT! The only thing I wish is that I would have gotten on this sooner! I love this birth control and I suggest trying it before buying into the negative reviews. Everyone is different."
10
December 17, 2011
57
83
4,733
Belviq
weight loss
"It seem to start out good, then I noticed I was bruising very easy and with my period and or if i cut my self I was bleeding pretty bad. Went to ER one weekend because I felt so bad and my blood count platelets where 53. I have been battling that for the past month saw the hemotologist today I have been off the med for a month blood count is slowly going back up. Just be careful and watch for the side effects."
2
April 6, 2015
10
85
223,516
Epclusa
hepatitis c
"I've been on epclusa 7 weeks now. It has been difficult for me...I won't lie. Joint pain, toe and fingertip neuropathy, constant ear ringing, insomnia. Much better than interferon/riba that I did in 2003...I'm so tired I can't keep my eyes open. But my numbers looked good...hoping the side effects resolve once I stop the medication. No prior health issues. Genotype 3."
7
February 26, 2017
12
62
50,878
Azithromycin
chlamydia infection
"I tested positive for chlamydia and was prescribed two 500mg azithromycin to treat it. I read some of these reviews and was scared about taking it because I react badly to most antibiotics I have taken in my life. I would definitely recommend taking it early in the day on a day you don't have much to do. I was extremely nauseous and puked 2 times in the first two hours after taking it but it passed after I took a nap. About 5-6 hours later I had 2 loose stools. After that I was fine, I had some gas pains the next 2 days and I was really tired but other than that I had no bad symptoms. I also took a probiotic at the same time so that may be why. Hopefully me and my boyfriend will both test negative come next test(:"
8
May 11, 2017
5
145
163,572
Mirtazapine
anxiety
"I was having massive problems with anxiety caused by constant heart palpitations or PVCs. Was having a lot of trouble going to bed at night. This honestly fixed me overnight. I couldn't believe it just worked so fast. Was very groggy the first morning waking up, but this has really given me my life back."
10
February 10, 2015
102
55
134,360
Prednisone
gouty arthritis
"Have been getting gout on and off for over ten yrs. In the beginning 1-2 times a year now much more frequent. I would take indomethacin, and although it would make me dizzy it seemed to help acute attacks. I didn't feel ready to take a daily pill, like allopurinal or Colchicine. I finally caved in after last attack in my ankle, that lasted a month, and my Doc started me on allopurinol. It seemed to make things worse! Then a friend suggested prednisone. In 24 hrs my ankle is almost 100% better! (4 doses of 20 mgs- 80 mgs total) awesome results!"
9
November 29, 2014
43
103
87,254
Latuda
bipolar disorde
"I took Latuda 40 mg for a week and then 80 the next week. I had to stop halfway through week 2 because I wasn't sleeping and I was feeling more agitated. Actually, it made my bipolar worse. I was up and down and up and down within a matter of minutes. "
1
December 6, 2012
47
53
60,751
MoviPrep
bowel preparation
"have had many colonoscopies. moviprep doesn't work well enough on me, previous 4 litre stuff worked very well. Repeating scope 8 months later. Moviprep AGAIN, doctor suggesting 2 extra days of liquid diet...blech!"
1
September 8, 2015
4
33
46,281
Modafinil
depression
"I was extremely hopeful upon reading the raving reviews about Modafinil for depression , especially for initiative and motivation. I was practically expecting it would work so if anything, I was the perfect candidate for the placebo effect. But it was not to be. I took up to 200mg but found it to have no effects at all on my depression. It actually made me slightly anxious and agitated. Though, it does work very well with making you stay awake and alert. "
3
April 21, 2016
10
83
103,051
Aripiprazole
obsessive compulsive disorde
"I have been taking abilify for OCD and Body Dysmophic Disorder for about 2 months and it has helped but I do have a few small side effects like insomnia and a feeling of restlessness but I feel the help outweighs my side effects."
9
June 16, 2008
32
44
205,419
Pristiq
depression
"I am currently 21 years old, but started taking Pristiq a few years ago. I had previously tried Prozac, then Effexor, but I couldn't see much of a difference. Once I started taking Pristiq 50mg, I felt the results within the same week. It was great. However, whenever I missed a day I would feel the adverse side effects almost immediately. Brain zaps, depersonalization, dizziness, foggy thoughts, nausea, sweating, crying spells, headaches... I eventually got off of it (I honestly don't know how) but it was a very difficult 2-week process. Two years later I am back on wellbutrin (after a bad experience with lexapro). Pristiq was definitely effective but extremely addictive. Not something I'd recommend without reservation."
7
June 3, 2015
29
118
59,285
Lansoprazole
gerd
"Had chest pains and breathing problems for ages after bad flu. Loads of tests but having never had indigestion did not consider it. Anyway after feeling very rough for two years and sometimes had to stay in bed, hospital finally diagnosed gerd and sliding hernia. At first I was delighted with lansoprazole then began to feel depressed, tired forgetful so I researched and tapered of pills for about two weeks then every morning took small glass warm water with organic honey and two teaspoons apple cider vinegar . First week tough but now been fine for four weeks and eating most things. However I have type 2 diabetes and so have a healthy diet and I exercise. No pills for that either. I am 69 years old. ( and I am a Christian so I pray!!!)"
7
May 12, 2016
20
136
204,046
Xerac AC
hyperhidrosis
"Absolutly amazing! I use it every night before bed and in the morning I go to school then work without having to re-apply it or any other antiperspirants. It works like a charm, I highly recommend. It may sting a little the first few times, but it is definitely worth it. I've tried everything possible to stop from sweating but nothing worked, until I tried this."
10
January 12, 2012
7
66
1,354
Sumatriptan
cluster headaches
"I suffered with cluster headaches for about 15 years before finally receiving an Imitrex injection in the hospital ER. My headache was gone within 5-10 minutes, I thought it was a miracle. I do not leave home without it!"
10
June 23, 2012
21
39
145,110
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I got my first Implanon in May 2015, was sticking out of my arm for a week, painful and bruised, and when check-up day came a week later my doctor was "surprised" to find my bandages still on and the device still sticking out after telling me it would "heal over". He then went on to use this adorable excuse that it was because I'm "so thin". He removed it and ordered me a new one, no charge. My second one in June2015 was planted correctly under the watchful eyes of my USN mother and my fiance. After two weeks of having the device bleeding started, some mood swings, but nothing unmanageable. Bleeding went on continuously for 5 months with just a two day break in August and another two day break in later October. New OB/GYN and satisfying BC."
8
November 5, 2015
1
140
153,610
Doxycycline
acne
"I have struggled since the age 15 with acne, I am now 35 and decided to go to the dermatologist again convinced to start using Accutane. My doctor put me on 150mg of Doryx along with Epiduo at night. I am on day 15 and all of my existing cysts have since gone and had no new breakouts. It is a big pill and have to take it on an empty stomach so some will have cramping, mine are not bad."
9
March 9, 2010
30
81
125,794
Viibryd
major depressive disorde
"Okay so today I had a pretty good day but now I can't sleep. I have taken the 10mg as directed for 7 days and it was okay, nothing really changed. My terrible vivid dreams only seemed to get worse as I keep dreaming about the person that I love who does not love me in real life (he loves me in my dreams) and when I wake up I feel like I want to throw up. It is now 5 am and I cannot fall asleep because I'm scared to have those dreams and I keep crying hysterically about it. I don't know what to do. I don't like this. I'm 19 years old and I'm a girl and I was originally taking paxil for a whole semester."
5
May 20, 2017
3
129
127,935
Phentermine
weight loss
"Hello! Today is Nov. 13, 2016 I am a 5'4" female and weighed 172lbs when I started Phentermine 37.5mg/day (tablets) on Oct. 18, 2016. The first 7-10 days I could tell when the medication "kicked in", I had a little "rush" of energy and slight hand trembling. Those have disappeared but my mouth stays dry (using Biotine). I have not lost any weight, and I confess I haven't exercised much, but my appetite has not decreased either. I'm going back for my 1 month weigh in this week. I'll keep reading and posting--this forum is encouraging! Wish I had discovered it before now!!"
5
November 13, 2016
6
103
66,285
Valacyclovir
cold sores
"You guys, this medication deserves some kind of award. I have this random patch of HSV 1 on my eyebrow. It flares up a couple times a year. Previously, I have been prescribed acyclovir for breakouts. I wasn't too convinced it really did anything at all, but maybe it reduced my breakout time by half a day. This time, I happened to have a doctor's appointment that fell on day 3 of a breakout, so I mentioned that I wanted some acyclovir to help. My doctor said that was an older medication, and Valtrex was newer and better, so he gave me that. WITHIN 24 HOURS THE BLISTERS ARE NO LONGER BLISTERS AT ALL AND I AM HEALING. They did not burst, they just totally regressed. I took 2 2g pills twice a day for one day. This is a miracle drug. 10/10"
10
March 5, 2016
31
143
192,254
Drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol
menstrual disorders
"I love Loryna! I've always had extremely heavy periods, and the pain was so overbearing for years. I used to go a week to two weeks. I had them much more so than the average period... like I would go 10 days after I stopped bleeding and then start for another week or so again. I've tried several different pills and they've either made no difference or managed to mess me up more. Loryna is wonderful though! my doctor told me the first month may not show improvement, which was true.. but she said after the second month it should work and it did! my periods are so light, I honestly feel like I spot throughout the whole thing. AND they only last 6 days at most which is a huge improvement for me. I rarely cramp and when I do it's nothing.. :)"
9
November 3, 2015
1
144
183,202
Cymbalta
anxiety
"I have been taking Cymbalta for 15 months now. First 30mg and then six months later up it to 60mgs/day. It was prescribed to me for clinical depression. It works for the depression and I also noticed it has worked very well for anxiety also. My MD and I have discussed that I probably have had this anxiety disorder for some time and curtailed with the depression, Cymbalta has done well for both. Side effects are weight gain (5-10 lbs), and bad withdrawal effects if you miss a day or two - headaches. Otherwise, the medication has worked very well and I feel like I can live my life again."
9
June 10, 2013
89
110
14,535
Buprenorphine / naloxone
opiate dependence
"It is difficult when a relapse occurs, a patient needs to wait about 24 hours from their last opiate use before they can begin the suboxone again. Many opiate addicts become "sick", and are too tempted to take the suboxone too soon. Then because they take the Suboxone too soon, they become even MORE sick, because the Naloxone antagonizes the opiates still in the body. I've experienced this myself because I tried so hard to wait out the time and couldn't bear it. So I took the Suboxone early and felt like I've never felt before. I had the feeling of jolts in my legs. My skin felt like there were bugs crawling on me, I felt so internally cold, as if I were in a refrigerator, etc. But waiting 24 hours is too long."
5
November 29, 2008
25
135
163,659
Mirtazapine
depression
"I have been taking 3 mg 1/2 hour before bed for about a month. The first night I took it I woke up in the middle of the night incredibly thirsty, went to get a drink and lost all coordination. My husband found me whining on the floor, sweating profusely, burning with fever. He had to carry me to bed. By the time he decided to take me to the ER I was cool as a cucumber and sleeping like a baby. I decided to stick with it and try again. (no luck with SSRIs for relief from moderate/severe depression & anxiety and insomnia) I slept the entire next day, took the 30mg pill again and had no similar episode. Very gradually the sleepiness has waned along with symptoms. Am optimistic, though I do need to resist over eating, as have gained 5 lbs."
8
August 2, 2013
101
144
16,109
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"This has been a bad experience for me. I’m 28, very active, and weigh 108 lbs. I was on the Lomedia 24 Fe for one month and during that month I had terrible acne all over my forehead and mood swings - some days I would wake up in a bad mood. This absolutely murdered my sex drive and my ability to have an orgasm. I did not get my period while on the medication either. I had a pregnancy test done and it came up negative. I’m hoping to find a birth control that works for me soon."
1
May 13, 2016
3
99
136,825
Isotretinoin
acne
"The drug is honestly a hit or miss. It worked wonders for my brother who had severe acne; he has had only a few pimples since his first and only cycle ended over a year ago. However, I did not have such results. My face was clear for about 2 months following my first treatment and then it turned briskly into a battlefield again. I am now on my second cycle, at month 3, and acne is still everywhere. It's a cursed life, my friends."
4
August 25, 2017
6
85
5,498
Temozolomide
melanoma, metastatic
"After surgery (right axillary nodes), radiation of that site, subsequent CT scans and biopsy revealed that it had spread to his right lung. After treatment with this oral chemo (covered by Medicare), he has a complete remission of the lung tumor. Side effects were minimal. He is BRAF positive, although I don't know if that has any connection with the Temodar."
9
June 6, 2011
10
61
136,537
Visine Totality Multi-Symptom Relief
eye redness/itching
"I was working on water coolers, some of the liquid got my eyes. I went to Walmart and bought this product, and it worked great. it got rid of the itching and burning, I was lucky it save me a visit to the doctor."
9
July 28, 2013
1
44
193,160
Dextroamphetamine
adhd
"I used Ritalin for many years before realizing it had little or no effect on me. I think the placebo effect applied not only to me, but also to my parents and teachers. Upon finding out that it's quite common for some patients to have their medication switched 2-3 times before finding one that works, I decided to try Adderall (which worked amazingly, but gave me insomnia), Concerta (which didn't work on me, since it's basically the same as Ritalin), and finally settled on Dexedrine, which I don't know how I ever lived without. Of all the ADD medications I tried, it was head and shoulders above the rest as far as effectiveness AND had the fewest side effects (which were barely noticeable and disappeared after a couple weeks)."
10
August 17, 2009
72
129
157,113
Differin
acne
"I've had acne when I was a teenager, it cleared up during my 20s then came back - with a vengeance - when I was 33. Differin gel and cream has been the BEST stuff I've used and I have used A LOT of different lotions and potions which have cost me a fortune over the years. I'm now 39 and still suffer breakouts but u keep a tube handy for them and it clears them up in a couple of days. I would say to ONLY put it on the papule or pustule and not on any clear skin around them. That's when it will make your skin flake and peel off! If you use on the spots ONLY it will work just fine. I'm also a beauty therapist and I recommend that some of my clients see their GP for it."
10
February 28, 2017
26
143
172,544
Clonazepam
anxiety
"I suffer from chronic, delbilitating anxiety 24/7 can't function, focus, family & friends withdraw from me as they don't understand the disorder or try to learn about it. I have been on 2mg of clonazapam for 12 years and when my anxiety gets to a certain point I take a pill and approx. 20 minutes later, my stomach stops hurting, my chest losens up, I breath normally, feel the fear fading away until finally I am relaxed and a totally different person.... my real self : )"
10
January 28, 2016
36
87
15,732
Ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone
birth control
"I took this pill for a week. ONE week. In that time I began seriously contimplating my own suicide as well as found myself in the hospital for what I believe to be a full detachment from reality. Since then, I have had multiple seuizures and lost numerous days of memory. I have no definitive proof that the birth control cause all of these issues, but I believe so strongly that they are connected that I feel I must warn anyone considering trying this pill. I will also be keeping an eye out for those lawsuit commercials one day so I can be the first in line to state my very heated opinion."
1
October 20, 2016
5
113
227,285
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I really love Nexplanon, I have zero worry. I've had it since June 2012 and have not gotten my period since. Also, right after putting it in I really wanted to lose weight and managed to lose 20 pounds so that was no problem for me whatsoever. My only complaint is that it's made my skin so oily it's not even funny. My entire life I've had perfect skin and now I have acne all over my forehead. For Nexplanon, it really depends on what's more important to you: not getting pregnant or not getting acne."
8
October 7, 2013
7
96
46,879
Xenical
obesity
"I promised an update so here it is! Just over 3 weeks since I started taking orlistat and I am now a stone (14 lbs) lighter! My clothes feel looser and I'm over the moon! As others have said, this isn't a 'miracle drug', you do have to change your eating habits and get moving. Knowing the (fairly immediate) consequences of having a fatty meal whilst on this medication has really helped me to monitor my intake. I've also found it has helped me eat 3 meals a day, which I have never done in my life, I was always a one meal a day (and junk in between) kind of girl! I've never felt so optimistic about losing weight, and being able to keep it off, thanks to my new found awareness of fat levels in my meals :)"
10
February 4, 2016
139
140
67,345
Provera
abnormal uterine bleeding
"Ok, I went on this 10 mg 2x a day for about 4 weeks now. I needed to start because I hemorrhaged so bad in a single day my Hemoglobin dropped from 12 - 9, and then to 8 as I continued to hemorrhage, for 2 weeks after. As a result of hemorrhaging, I could not breath, my heart was racing from dehydration, and my body used all of my iron and ferritin, and then started destroying bone marrow to try and make hemoglobin. I started provera when my hematologist started ferritin infusions, and was afraid ANY bleeding would kill me. This medication causes me shortness of breath, racing heart, rashes, lethargy, vomiting, muscle pain; oh an I have been spotting since I started it! I feel worse then when I was literally dying before taking it."
1
September 15, 2017
2
137
158,671
Methylphenidate
adhd
"I am an adult on this medicine now for a little over a month. I could not sleep at night because I could not get my brain to "turn off" I had constant headache and horrible migraines which I am treated for by a neurologist. My blood pressure was out of control most days over 175 with the bottom number at high 90's to 110. Not good. Since being on it I have not had one migraine, my blood pressure is 120's over 60 to 70's and I can put it on and go right to sleep if I want to. I actually sleep through the night now. I can not tell you how happy I am to feel so good. Side effect; the patch leaves red skin that does not heel for days. I am so excited. My son takes Concerta now for 6 years and has good results but not like this."
9
March 17, 2011
22
154
113,187
Bisacodyl
constipation
"As a chronic constipation sufferer, I tried Dulcolax when I was out of M.O.M. and Miralax. Within 1 hour of taking 2 pills, my stomach (not intestinal ) was in extreme discomfort and the worst nausea I have ever experienced. You know, the kind that makes you not want to open your eyes, not speak to anyone, but suffer on the verge of spewing, all the while experiencing sweating and waves of agony. Eventually, after several hours, it did produce diarrhea. This is something I would not wish upon my worst enemy. Needless to say, I will NEVER take this horrible medicine again!"
3
February 27, 2016
12
103
80,602
Mobic
osteoarthritis
"Took Mobic today for my osteoarthritis and so far so good. I was really getting depressed with the constant pain. I'm only 57 and to be in pain 24/7 can really get to you."
8
June 16, 2010
86
34
8,890
Viagra
erectile dysfunction
"Prostrating headaches and malaise lasting 24 hours and not responding to any analgesic with useless assistance, suggestion from Customer Service that should be regarded as poor Service to a Customer who spends lots of money. It has been a bad-bad experience!"
5
September 28, 2015
15
41
178,108
Duloxetine
anxiety
"I can't sleep, I am talking to fast and my heart feels like its going to fly out of my chest at anytime. They were trying to slow it down and all they did was speed it up."
1
October 12, 2011
19
38
113,330
Bisacodyl
constipation
"I took the Ducolax around 10:30 pm( not with enough water), and I thought it wasn't going to work because most laxatives work very fast for me. Around 2:44 am my stomach was cramping extremely bad . I went to the bathroom and just sat there waiting for it to come , but I start feeling sick . Once I went back to my room I look at reviews of the product and saw that what was going on was normal . When I read most of them I seen WATER!! WATER!!!! WATER!!!!... So I went downstairs and dranked almost 3 big cups of water and at about 6 pm... It was over the diarrhea started. Water is the key if you drink a lot in the beginning you will be just fine"
9
August 2, 2015
10
133
58,077
Acetaminophen / hydrocodone
pain
"Doctor gave me prescription for Vicodin (5-500: hydrocodone/acetaphenamin) post shoulder surgery: 1 every 4-6 hrs. It blocked the pain HOWEVER within 12 hours made me dizzy and gave me cold sweats and nausea; couldn't stand up or walk without help. Switched to Ultram/tramadol 50mg 1 every 6 hours (which worked fine - no side effects)."
1
December 8, 2009
3
55
63,961
Sertraline
depression
"20 year old college student. I've had OCD since I was a kid (depression since junior year of high school) but only within the last year did I make the choice to take an SSRI. There's a lot of ambiguity surrounding antidepressants, and you can't really extract much from reviews without feeling reluctant. Yes, there are side effects that appear within the early stages. It is scary to ingest a drug you know little about. However, I can feel happy again, which I thought I had lost the ability to do. I don't believe everything is hopeless, which I, truthfully, thought I'd feel the rest of my life. It's been a lifesaver, and at 100mg, nothing feels inherently different about myself. It's just a tablet. Don't let it be more than it ought to be."
9
July 8, 2017
105
135
37,163
Vyvanse
binge eating disorde
"I've struggled with binge eating and depression my entire life. I'd spend hours trying to convince myself not to binge and then ultimately do it anyway. In the past ten years I've doubled my weight, my highest being around 260. I've been on vyvanse for just over a week, and I no longer eat everything in sight or binge. Some days, I have to make myself eat, because I don't have any interest. I also have increased energy, and feel motivated to do things which has helped my depression. If I'm not active, however, I do feel anxious. I've already lost 9 lbs, and this drug has given me the push I needed to turn my life around. I did have some side effects with blood pressure and headache, which warrants the 9/10."
9
January 23, 2017
44
133
222,793
Topamax
migraine prevention
"Worked wonderful to get rid of my headaches! For the first time in nine years I didn't have daily headaches. The side effects were awful though!! Ringing in the ears, dizziness, flushing, numb face/hands/arms/feet, the list goes on and on. My doctor had to wean me off of it."
6
October 14, 2014
32
49
143,971
Etonogestrel
birth control
"The first 3 years I was on nexplanon I had no problems, except for when I first got it interested I bled for 6 months straight (very light). Then after that everything was fine. After the 3 years were up I decided to get another one inserted since I had no major problems with the first one. That's when it went downhill. I gained about 20 pounds, became anxious about everything, moods began to change, also had severe pain in my ovaries. I got an ultrasound to make sure there weren't any cysts and everything was normal but I continued to have severe pain. Finally, I decided to get it removed and everyting has been good so far no more pain, moods are better, and I've lost weight."
5
August 8, 2016
6
128
97,589
Synvisc
osteoarthritis
"I went through 2 rounds of 3 shots each. I had NO RELIEF from the 1st round. My doctor wanted me to try it again 6 months after the third shot of the 1st round. I don't know why to this day that I agreed to allow this. I have a high pain threshold, but damn!, these shots really really do hurt. Unfortunately I had my 3 small children with me for one of those visits (couldn't get a sitter). I don't know who it hurt more, me or my kids. They were all holding my hand trying to comfort me but in reality I was trying to comfort them. They were all crying because they could tell it was painful. After all that crying I had to take them out for ice cream after that. Too bad the Synvisc never helped!!!"
1
October 6, 2017
0
142
19,696
Pregabalin
pain
"I have suffered severe pain for 20 years following a motorcycle accident. During this time I have tried every sort of pain relief available to me, mainly narcotic drugs which I found as bad as the pain itself. Earlier this year I was prescribed Lyrica as far as pain relief goes...fantastic. After a few months (1x 75mg cap per day) I experienced total confusion and was unable to perform my daily tasks at work or at home. I was becoming agitated and experienced suicidal thoughts. Things returned to normal after a week or so of not taking Lyrica. Because it worked so well I am tempted to give it another go. It was just so good to not feel the pain anymore."
10
September 15, 2011
55
122
186,468
Desvenlafaxine
anxiety
"I have been on Pristiq for over a year now. I started of on a 50mg dose for 3 months for my anxiety and panic attacks. All went well but still was only just helping my anxiety, I went back to my Doctor and he upped the dose to 100mg. I immediately had improvements. No more panic attacks and felt great."
8
December 10, 2010
14
61
196,290
Fentora
chronic pain
"This medication is the best for taking the severe pain out of my head. I was told I get cluster headaches and I'm glad to get this medication to help with the intense pain. My Insurance Co. will NOT help cover this so I have to pay all out of pocket. My last employers Insurance company paid most of it with me paying $40.00 out of pocket. "
10
August 9, 2012
23
68
112,817
Bisacodyl
constipation
"Took 2 tablets 2.30pm, bowel motion and diarrhea 6 hours later with painful stomach cramps and nausea, continued on and off for a few hours. At 6.30pm the following day still experiencing stomach pains and back pains. Not a gentle drug. Will use herbal next time. Would not give to children."
1
August 27, 2017
9
51
224,241
Levothyroxine
underactive thyroid
"I've been on Levothroxine for about 8 months now, with vaying degrees of success. My doctor told me it was becasue it wasn't absorbing properly. You MUST take it on a completely empty stomach. In the morning after 8-10 hrs of fasting. If you follow this rule you will find the drug works as it''s supposed to. It changed for me and I lost the weight I had gained."
8
November 15, 2016
67
69
99,350
Doxylamine
insomnia
"I have been having problems falling asleep and staying asleep for about a year...unsure why - I have tried every over the counter sleeping pill I could find. Doxylamine is wonderful. I still sometimes have trouble staying asleep, but it allows me to fall asleep without any problems and I still feel refreshed and energetic the next morning even if I woke up a few times in the night. I will take 1-3 of the 25mg pills - I am highly tolerant of sleep inducing pills and only recommend one for most people."
9
February 9, 2012
27
93
18,964
Chlordiazepoxide
alcohol withdrawal
"I wish I'd of known of Librium sooner. Lost my business to a natural disaster and then lived on coors lights for a year. Started as fun, ended months later with arguments and blackouts...then the morning shakes and dry heaves. Drove to the urgent care last week and skipped the line, told the clerk I needed immediate help, couldn't hold my water bottle. In a bed within 10 mins. Blood pressure through the roof. Gave me a fluid and vitamin drip along with Ativan for the anxiety and a Librium for the shakes. 15 mins later, didn't feel at deaths door. Two hours later, headed home with my sister at the helm (couldn't drive, too doped up). Been a week, back to running, surfing and getting my life back together. If you're sick of withdrawals, get it"
10
December 10, 2015
53
137
55,716
Effexor
depression
"I tried Effexor about eight ago, for a few weeks. Terrible medication! Racing thoughts, my anxiety level went skyrocketing. Soon when I started using the drug, I started to emerge strong and badly violent obsessive thoughts, albeit I am usually very kind, easy going and non violent person. No, I did not implement these thoughts, thank goodness, because I understood theme as obsessive thoughts, which were caused by the drug. I had no appetite and had to force my self to eat or drink. It was really scary. It took weeks to recovery. I was suggested to try it again last year, I said absolutely no! Never!"
1
January 6, 2016
13
107
75,537
Trifluoperazine
anxiety
"Taken alongside Lithium, Quetiapine for bipolar one. This medication is old but very effective against anxiety associated with bipolar disorder. No side effects apart from feeling a little drowsy at times."
8
September 10, 2014
7
31
96,218
Sertraline
depression
"I hadn't found an anti-depressant that worked until my OB put me on Zoloft towards the end of my pregnancy. All others made me suicidal and I am already diagnosed as a manic depressive. Zoloft is amazing with the exception of the yawns and difficulty having an orgasm. But it's all worth it to have a medicine that actually works."
9
June 14, 2011
22
60
71,904
Tramadol
pain
"When I went into labor I had to have a episiotomy got about 50 stitches and had a rough labor. I was in a lot of pain after but I also planned on breast feeding. My doc prescribed tramadol 50mg. He reassured me it was fine with breastfeeding. The medicine definetly worked with the pain for me 100% that's why I gave it a good score BUT PLEASE mamas who are breastfeeding pay attention, soon after getting my baby home I noticed she was sleeping so much all day all night I would have to wake her to get her to eat and this was the only thing I could relate it too was the tramadol it was the only thing I was taking I IMMEDIATELY stopped the medicine and she was fine after that so please even tho the doc says it's ok I would def not recommend it"
10
January 14, 2016
12
150
29,159
Topiramate
migraine prevention
"I have had a cluster headache and chronic migraine for 6 months with no relief what so ever and I just started taking this medication, and on day one it made my headache 100x worse and my nausea was so bad I was vomiting, by day 3 (yesterday) I was barely able to concentrate on anything or move because of my pain. Immediately stopped taking it."
1
January 29, 2017
7
66
132,893
Loestrin 24 Fe
acne
"Omg...I'm so glad I read these reviews. Started to breakout immediately after the first week. White pimples and cystic ones on my chin and around my nostrils. I'm so embarrassed never had acne problems my face even hurts from the breakouts. Yesterday was my last day of taking it."
1
April 20, 2016
4
49
97,217
St. john's wort
depression
"I am taking this along with Buspar for my anxiety and depression. I only had anxiety so I was only taking Buspar, but it seems as though Buspar took away the anxiety and brought on depression. I'm against taking SSRI's or other antidepressants, so I asked my doctor first about possible interactions, then bought some St. John's Wort. Ever since, it hasn't happened to me anymore. I also have no side effects at all from it. Some people say it will give u headaches, but I've never had one. I personally believe that if u truly need this, there will be no headaches because your body needs it. But who knows, that's just my personal opinion :) it doesn't hurt to try it!"
10
October 9, 2016
48
123
96,407
Sertraline
depression
"Overall, Zoloft is a good drug. I have taken it for a few years now and have had no side effects. It helps with my depression, but still struggle with an occasional panic attack. I am on a higher dose than most people, 100 mg, and might have to go higher or switch to something else, I would recommend it for mild anxiety and depression"
7
October 20, 2009
42
65
62,931
Norflex
muscle spasm
"I was given the medication by my family doctor for a muscle I pulled in my back. Even after 3 days I am still in pain. It has done nothing for me. "
1
February 16, 2009
38
33
143,505
Etonogestrel
birth control
"I've had the implant in for 2 years today - and I'm hoping to have it taken out tonight, I've not really had any major problems with the implant, I only have a period for about a week every 3 months so I'm fine with that, however I have put weight on and can't get it off at all, I go to the gym and eat healthy and I only end up putting more weight on! Also, ever since having the implant I've had thrush (yeast infection) about 3 times, and the doctors say it can't be because of the implant however I'm certain it is. I'm always constantly moody and I never even want sex so I'm hoping to have it out just so I can be myself again. I wouldn't have one put in again just because it's so long to put up with but if you're happy being moody for 3 years then go for it."
7
January 6, 2017
6
159
138,600
Phentermine
weight loss
"I have taken Adipex for 4 months, May-August 2012. It was suggested to me and prescribedby my primary care doctor after I had two babies and I%u2019m not having anymore. I was a little concerned at first because I have a heart condition (PPCM). However, my cardiologist okayed it. The weight came off quite quickly at first, then I think your body starts to adjust to it. The usual course is 12 weeks. I am in my 11th week and I have lost over 25 pounds, closing in on 30 which was my goal on this medication. I hope to lose another 30 pounds by the end of the year after I am off the medication next week. I was very happy with it. It gave me a little boost of energy in the morning (that I desperately needed). "
8
August 25, 2012
13
140
5,979
Minastrin 24 Fe
birth control
"Worst pill ever. I have never experienced such awful acne as when I was on this pill. I had cysts everywhere and wanted to just cry. I do not ever recommend this to even my worst enemy."
1
November 7, 2016
2
37
9,894
Lo Loestrin Fe
birth control
"I have been taking Lo Loestrin Fe for 3 months now. I started this pill after having the Mirena for 5 years and having little to no period a month. For the first month on this pill I had a normal period but the 2nd and 3rd month I have been having extremely heavy bleeding and blot clots. So far my periods are coming about every 5 days. On For 7 days, Off for 5 days. I feel terrible. I feel tired, having diarrhea, and headaches. My cramps are in my back and constant. And I am not sure if the pill is to blame but I have been getting anxious & nervous a lot for no reason lately. I made up my mind to stop taking the pill and make a doc appointment. Hope this helps others."
3
March 29, 2014
20
138
140,652
Escitalopram
depression
"I suffer major depressive disorder, anxiety and insomnia, also a recovering alcoholic. I was taking this medication for years to stabilize my moods. I found it helpful at 20mg, I did go down to 10mg at one point and realized I needed the 20mg. I am switching to a SNRI because although cipralex is a good medication, it numbed me out. Not feeling happy, not feeling sad. So the Dr suggested a SNRI (Effexor) because there is less numbing effect. It did help me in early sobriety thought. No side effects whatsoever."
9
April 9, 2017
3
92
163,564
Mirtazapine
post traumatic stress disorde
"I've been taking 15 mg of mirtapazine and 10 mg of zolpidem about 2 hrs before bedtime for over 6 years. I rarely have the vivid nightmares and generally get about 6 hours of good sleep followed by an hour or two of drowsiness. Before I was on this regimen, I was lucky to have 3 hours of sleep, so I am pretty happy with it."
9
March 21, 2015
17
66
175,988
Levaquin
bladder infection
"Within 24 hours of beginning the medication my urinary tract pain was noticeably better. I had lots of anxiousness & trouble sleeping though. This could be because I took the medication about 1 hour before dinner every night. Thanks for the helpful site."
7
March 27, 2008
47
43
207,595
Suprep Bowel Prep Kit
bowel preparation
"This was my second colonoscopy and my doctor has switched to Suprep. The first dose I took worked like a charm although I was very nauseous from it. Started working about an hour after I took it. By the time the second dose was due I was totally nauseous but I drank it anyway and 30 minutes later threw it all up. It tastes horrible! Thank goodness I was cleaned out enough to do the colonoscopy because I would not have done it again. They did find 3 small polyps so I am glad I went through with it. There just has to be a better way. Next time if it is between this and Gatorade I would probably still go with the Suprep and see if there isn't something I could take for the nausea."
7
March 24, 2016
12
136
24,863
Avodart
benign prostatic hyperplasia
"Been taking Flomax and Avodart together for about 18 months. They work very well (no more frequent urination unless I drink 2 large teas or coffees) and no side effects whatsoever so far (other than "reverse ejaculation" from the Flomax which is actually a bonus)."
10
September 8, 2016
14
45
43,126
Sronyx
birth control
"I started on Sronyx when I was 15 bc I had bad clotting while on my period and it was very heavy. By far my favorite birth control out there made me loose almost 20 lbs within 2 months made me feel awesome. No bad side effects and did the job had hardly any cramps and no heavy bleeding. Then when I was 17 got switched to Orthi Tri-Cyclen absolutely the worst. Gained 5 lbs within my 1st cycle. My boobs felt tender and gave me the worst mood swings. And always had a craving . It was like I could never get full my appetite was trough the roof. Then on my first cycled period it gave me clotting and cramps that made me not even wanna move. So bad my back and lower stomac ached. So that resulted in me immediately switching back to Sronyx"
7
October 19, 2016
2
147
150,756
Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim
kidney infections
"Was told to take for 14 days for a kidney infection, took for 7 and infection cleared. Doc said to keep taking then but they made my heart beat fast around day 11 so I've stopped"
7
January 20, 2015
9
36
219,090
Subutex
chronic pain
"I never was into pills before but in 2009 I had a child and with all my kids I had to have a C-section. It started by me not being able to move out of bed and take care of my kids. I decided to take 3 x 500s Vicodin and that's when it took me right away. I started taking them everyday to get the pain to go away and for that energy. I had a 2 year old and a newborn and I was changing 2 diaper at once on Vicodin. I couldn't believe the energy. Anyways years later no kids, no house, no car, or anyone, my friend told me about Subutex and I went and tried it out and have been clean since Nov 2012 recently had another child in 2013 and I didn't even want any pain meds actually Subutex took my pain away more. This has truly changed my life"
10
September 18, 2014
70
156
30,785
Miconazole
vaginal yeast infection
"The pain of this medication is worser than the yeast infection Day one was horrible lol the burning lasted me 2 hours however I woke up feeling a lil better Day 2 wasn't as bad as day 1 the pain lasted one hour or so. I woke up feeling much better and it feels like the yeast infection is gone. I assume the burning is what kills the infection Today is gonna be day 3 and if I'm good by tomorrow than I must say the pain was worth it !!"
7
June 28, 2017
12
91
170,248
Quetiapine
insomnia
"quetiapine changed my life for the better concerning my bipolar disorder. Making my mood swings less severe , and insomnia . The only major drawback to this is you become completely dependent on it for being able to fall asleep . It's almost like an addiction. My doctor tried tapering me off it once and it was a nightmare. So, in the end I am still taking it. I am curious if anyone feels dependent or "addicted""
8
October 12, 2016
41
77
158,604
Methylphenidate
adhd
"My 7 year old son has been on the 15mg patch going on his 4th month now and it has been a God send. He went from a C and D student at the start of the school year to an almost straight A student at the end. I have found that if I use adhesive remover and out a little lotion on the site after removal it manages the irritation. It definitely affects his appetite but no more so than any of the other medications that he has been on. Night and Day difference for us."
10
June 3, 2014
35
97