Reviews

Formulation: rituximab 10 MG/ML Injectable Solution
Rating: Life Changing
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 4 Months
Gender: Female
Age: 33
Weight: 167 lb / 76 kg
Rituxan - Kirkra - 06-13-2009

I have severe Rheumatoid Arthritis. Over the past year, I had a flare up that effected my entire body, that would not respond to any of the medicines I tried (Enbrel, Humira, prednisone). The flare up caused me to cease work and ground my life to a hault. I could barely use my upper body and it was rather difficult to move around. After much discussion, I decided to try Rituxan. And with in a few days of the first infusion, I felt better. My joints were less swollen and I could move more freely. After a week of the second infusion, my body was getting back to normal. I regained the use of all my joints (upper and lower body) and began to sleep better, and feel more energy. It is now 4 months later, I am back to work and feel like the last year of pain and disability are a thing of the past. I feel like taking this medication was the best thing ever, since it got me back on track to a much better healthier life.

 
Formulation: Eszopiclone 2 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 2 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 41
Weight: 218 lb / 99 kg
Lunesta - Kimberly - 06-13-2009

I took Lunesta for a 2 yrs or so maybe less. It helped me at times sleep but it also had affects on me the next day such as being loopy or un active for a day or so.

 
Formulation: Ethinyl Estradiol 0.025 MG / norgestimate 0.18 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 2 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 22
Weight: 218 lb / 99 kg
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo - Anne - 06-13-2009

This is the first birth control pill I ever took. I liked that it didn't make me feel physically or emotionally different, which was a risk I would have taken with other brands. I recently switched to Seasonale, which I prefer because of the ability to sustain from my period. However, I highly recommend Ortho Tri-Cyclen for any first time pill takers. Its comforting to keep having a period once a month for the first year.

 
Formulation: -
Rating: Regrettable
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 5 Weeks
Gender: Male
Age: 22
Weight: 134 lb / 61 kg
Paxil - nat - 06-13-2009

I went crazy on paxil. I felt very tense and anxious and yet the drug did not improve any of my depression symptoms.

 
Formulation: Acetaminophen 500 MG / Hydrocodone 5 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 90 Days
Gender: Female
Age: 24
Weight: 123 lb / 56 kg
Vicodin - LUNAMARIE - 06-13-2009

I have been prescribed Vicodin for my chronic back pain. I take about 2-3 pills a day on the days when my back is giving me a lot of trouble, and it's been wonderfully helpful for me.
Vicodin is a drug which can be a huge help especially when over the counter drugs fail. I could take huge amounts of ibuprofen, aspirin, or alleve, and never get close to the therapeutic effect that vicodin gives me.
Made sure you eat something or drink milk with the Vicodin, because it can really cause stomach upset as a side effect. As soon as your pain begins, that's the best time to take it so that it has time to work. I think Vicodin has been a big help to me, and I will continue to use it.

 
Formulation: Thyroxine 0.025 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 5 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 19
Weight: -
Synthroid - Sam - 06-12-2009

When I was 11 years old, I had half of my thyroid removed. The doctors said I would be able to function without having to take medication. However, four years later, when I began High School, I became overwhelmed and tired. I was not percky and I wanted to sleep all the time. I went to the doctor and was then prescribed Synthroid. I take it every day and it helps me so much!

 
Formulation: drospirenone 3 MG / Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 2 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 19
Weight: 178 lb / 81 kg
Yaz - Sarah - 06-12-2009

Yaz is a very good form of birth control. I started it 2 years ago when my doctors suspected I had PCOS - poly-cystic ovarian syndrome. I was wary about beginning birth control, as I had heard about the unpleasant side effects. I was very pleasantly surprised that I noticed very few negative side effects. I had short, very light periods to begin with, so on Yaz my period really only lasts a day or so. I used to get awful migraines in the few days before my period, and now I don't get any. One thing I have noticed, is cramping. I had never experienced cramps before in my life, until I started using Yaz. Other than that, I really would recommend anyone to try it out. I never had a huge issue with acne, I was just a typical teenager that would get breakouts once in a while. Now that I'm on Yaz, I nearly never get pimples. I find that if I have to double up on pills because of a missed dose, my moods tend to get wacky, but when I take is as directed I notice no difference in mood. The only other complaint I have is the cost. There is no generic out yet, and my copay is $40. That's pretty steep!

 
Formulation: Bupropion 150 MG Extended Release Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 8 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 43
Weight: 127 lb / 58 kg
Wellbutrin - Debbie - 06-12-2009

My neurologist first prescribed Wellbutrin to counteract the side effects of Avonex injections for MS. I had tried other antidepressants and they all had horrible, intolerable side effects. I found that Wellbutrin had very few side effects and those almost completely went away within a couple of months. It still makes me a little drowsy which isn't a bad thing since I take it before bed.

 
Formulation: Bupropion 75 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Life Changing
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 2 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 48
Weight: 194 lb / 88 kg
Wellbutrin - Carol - 06-12-2009

Two years ago my health insurance stopped allowing Effexor as a choice so my physician and I discussed other possibilities. The first choice was Cymbalta and I tried that alone for a few months with less than satisfactory results for treating my depression. Next, we tried a combination of Wellbutrin and Cymbalta. Immediately, I felt an improvement. However, it took a few more months of adjusting to find the perfect combination which turned out to be 90 mg of Cymbalta and 75 mg of Wellbutrin daily.
The combination has restored my ability to work as a professional and has had a surprising additional effect: I no longer binge eat when I am extremely anxious or sad.

 
Formulation: duloxetine 30 MG Enteric Coated Capsule
Rating: Life Changing
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 2 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 48
Weight: 194 lb / 88 kg
Cymbalta - Carol - 06-12-2009

A couple of years ago my health insurance plan stopped covering Effexor XR for my depression so my physician suggested Cymbalta. It took several months of adjusting dosage to find a fit. I use 90 mg of Cymbalta with 75 mg Welbutrin now. I find that this combination has produced much better results than any other antidepressant or combination of antidepressant medications that I have tried.
Using Cymbalta with Welbutrin finally ended my suicidal ideas for the first time in six years. I am able to work full time as a professional educator again. I have energy and my mind can focus and problem solve.
I would recommend trying Cymbalta if your physician suggests it. Please be aware that it may take a while to see results so please don't give up.

 
Formulation: Azithromycin 250 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 1 Weeks
Gender: Male
Age: 42
Weight: 279 lb / 127 kg
ZPAK - bradygarrett - 06-12-2009

Z-pak is awesome as a cure for upper respiratoroy infections. I get run down due to my hectic schedule and inevitably, I end up in the doctor's office with a URI. A shot of Decadron and a Z-pak get me back to my old self in no time.

 
Formulation: Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride 10 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 4 Days
Gender: Male
Age: 45
Weight: 178 lb / 81 kg
Flexeril - Kelly - 06-12-2009

I treated a pulled back muscle from lifting flagstone.
The pain was excruciating & I couldn't stand or move.
I had to go to Urgent Care where they prescribed Flexeril.
When I followed the directions it took 2 doses to achieve a relaxed muscle so I could move again. In 2 more doses I was pain free.
I experienced some drowsiness from Flexeril.

 
Formulation: Metformin 500 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Statisfactory
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 1 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 24
Weight: 149 lb / 68 kg
Glucophage - Kiki - 06-12-2009

There are a few good points about this medication. The first is that it works well. Unfortunately, the dosage does have to be increased regularly. The second is that it does allow you to lose excess weight. There are is one problem that I have noted while taking this medication. The medication causes diarrhea and cramping. These symptoms are relieved by taking a digestive enzyme supplement. If this remedy does not work, talk to your doctor.

 
Formulation: -
Rating: Life Changing
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 5 Years
Gender: Male
Age: 17
Weight: 154 lb / 70 kg
Advair Diskus - Cody Lange - 06-12-2009

This is the best asthma treatment I have ever used. Prior to taking Advair I would have to go to the ER several times per year. After Advair I haven't been once. I play ice hockey, lacross, and run cross country. Without Advair that wouldn't be possible. The only side effect was a raspy voice.

 
Formulation: Citalopram 40 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Statisfactory
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 10 Months
Gender: Female
Age: 53
Weight: 134 lb / 61 kg
Celexa - Ocean Tiara - 06-12-2009

At first I loved Celexa because it made me sort of numb to the stress I was experiencing. It did not lift my depression however as my moods were still very down.
After around 6 months or so I developed the restless leg syndrome and had no idea what to do.
I went to the doctor and he prescribed something for that to no avail.
Finally he took me off of those and put me on prozac.
I would recommend Celexa as a good starting point for some people, but for me, it was only helpful at first.

 
Formulation: Levofloxacin 500 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Regrettable
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 1 Days
Gender: Female
Age: 39
Weight: 198 lb / 90 kg
Levaquin - Karen - 06-12-2009

I went to my general practitioner with a urinary tract infection. After performing a urine test and confirming my medical problem, my doctor prescribed Levaquin, a 500 mg oral tablet to be used for five days. It was prescribed because it is a fast-acting antibiotic.

After arriving home, I took one of the tablets. Within 15 minutes i began to notice a tightening in my throat. Within 20 minutes, my heart was racing and I was gasping for breath as my allergic reaction set-in. Upon notifying my doctor of my problem, he instructed me to take two Benadryl. My allergic reaction really scared me.

 
Formulation: Escitalopram 10 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Life Changing
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 6 Weeks
Gender: Female
Age: 53
Weight: 134 lb / 61 kg
Lexapro - Ocean Tiara - 06-12-2009

I had been prescribed lexapro recently in exchange for prozac, as the prozac was making me too edgy and hyperactive.
I have found it to be extremely satisfactory in my mood elevation, but there is one problem that is bothering me greatly.
I am having great difficulty achieving orgasm, which is what I have read regarding one of the side effects.
Hopeful that this will subside, I will continue on it.
I am thinking of asking if I can lower the dose to 5 mg instead of the 10mg to see if this might correct or ease the problem of sexual dysfunction.
Overall, I am very impressed with the mood altering lift it has given me.
For the first time in years, I have hope.
I have taken all manner of other prescriptions, to no avail and with very bothersome side effects.
With a patient loving partner, I would recommend that you work through this side affect if it is one of yours.

 
Formulation: Azithromycin 250 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 5 Days
Gender: Female
Age: 30
Weight: 198 lb / 90 kg
ZPAK - Annemarie - 06-12-2009

I took this and it was effective. I found the instructions easy to follow. I had no side effects, and it cleared up a really nasty sinus infection.

I'd had other delivery methods of zithromax before and I had always experienced pain and other side effects, but the zpak seemed to be different. It seems strange when you stop taking the pills before you are better, but I think this may stop people from not taking all of their medicine.

 
Formulation: varenicline 1 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Life Changing
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 60 Days
Gender: Male
Age: 53
Weight: 189 lb / 86 kg
Chantix - Buddy - 06-12-2009

This drug will definitely kill your tobacco cravings. You start with the .5 mg pill to acclimate your body and within a few days of changing to the 1 mg pill cravings just go away. I did have some vivid dreams but nothing bothersome. I had no adverse mood changes or suicidal thoughts. I did fail to stop smoking for good, the hand-mouth habit did me in. But cravings were not the problem

 
Formulation: Amphetamine aspartate 5 MG / Amphetamine Sulfate 5 MG / Dextroamphetamine saccharate 5 MG / Dextroamphetamine Sulfate 5 MG Extended Release Capsule
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 1 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 19
Weight: 119 lb / 54 kg
Adderall - Brittany - 06-12-2009

During high school I suffered from depression and had a general lack of the ability to concentrate, my therapist prescribed me Adderall XR to help me focus as well as an antidepressant.

While taking Adderall XR I was able to concentrate and began to sleep less as I was over sleeping because of depression. I did lose some weight but overall taking Adderall XR helped me get my life back together. I would highly recommend talking to your doctor about Adderall.

 
Formulation: duloxetine 60 MG Enteric Coated Capsule
Rating: Life Changing
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 3 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 41
Weight: 198 lb / 90 kg
Cymbalta - Charline - 06-12-2009

About Three years ago I realized all I wanted to do was stay in my bed and never get up. Now having five children and a full time job, this was not possible. I also have been in the medical profession for over 18 years and have work in mental health, so I knew this was not a good sign especially since I was already being treated for anxiety disorder. So I called my doctor and she told me about this newer medication that treated both anxiety and depression because she agreed with me that
it looked like I was depressed now as well as having the anxiety. She told me this medication was Cymbalta and that it had been reported to her through other patients that this medicine started to for within a week to two. I said ok, I up for not laying in the bed all day and feeling like crap. Within a week I started feeling better, I actually wanted to get out of bed and be around other people. I wanted to be with my children and their friends, I wanted to get out there in the world and live. Since then four more of my family members have started using Cymbalta and they tell me they are very pleased with it as well. Cymbalta has made such a difference in my life. I had none of the side effects that they said could happen,I am so happy now and I Will never change to another medication if I can help it.

 
Formulation: Ibuprofen 200 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: Yes
Duration: 4 Years
Gender: Female
Age: 20
Weight: 92 lb / 42 kg
Motrin - JS - 06-12-2009

I have fairly chronic headaches and/or body pains (as a result of scoliosis and a retail job where I am often standing for 8-9 hours per day). On particularly bad days (2-4 times a week) I will take a motrin or two, and within a half hour I have found that my pain is completely relieved. I am not drowsy or in any other way less alert. I try not to take motrin too often since I have been told that it can cause ulcers, but I have not experienced this or any other side effects so far. I am extremely pleased with this medication and I find that it has been more effective than acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol) which is generally regarded as having the same treatment effect. Overall I must give this a very positive review as it relieved my pain and has been continually effective. This has allowed me to continue my life and hold off on physical therapy (which would be very time-consuming) for several more years.

 
Formulation: -
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 7 Days
Gender: Female
Age: 22
Weight: 123 lb / 56 kg
Amoxil - STACY - 06-12-2009

I WAS PRESCRIBED THE MEDICATION AFTER HAVING MY WISDOM TEETH TAKEN OUT IT WORKED FINE AND I DIDNT HAVE ANY SIDE EFFECTS FROM IT LIKE I HAVE WITH OTHER ANTIBIOTICS.

 
Formulation: Acetaminophen 500 MG / Hydrocodone 5 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Good
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 6 Weeks
Gender: Female
Age: 64
Weight: 178 lb / 81 kg
Vicodin - Karen - 06-12-2009

After having had a number of surgeries for various health issues, I found that my painkiller of choice is Vicodan. During my last surgery (a total knee replacement), I was given several pain killers to begin with, the first making me worse and really out of it mentally, and the second did nothing to relieve my pain. Finally I convinced the doctor that I was aware of Vicodan and knew how to control my use of it and how to slowly wean myself off of it as the pain lessened.

 
Formulation: topiramate 50 MG Oral Tablet
Rating: Statisfactory
Continuing Use: No
Duration: 8 Months
Gender: Male
Age: 19
Weight: 202 lb / 92 kg
Topamax - Jon B - 06-12-2009

I was on this medication for about eight months. It was prescribed to me to treat my migraine headaches. It was mildly successful at preventing migraines, although I still had them occasionally while on the medication. I stopped using this medication because I was beginning to have noticeable side effects. I had a significant loss in appetite, and lost just over thirty pounds while on this medication. I also felt that the medicine was beginning to have a negative effect on my short term memory. Overall this was a mildly successful medication, but for me personally it was not worth the side effects.