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rating	effectiveness	benefitsreview
9	considerably effective	the antibiotic may have destroyed bacteria causing my sinus infection.  but it may also have been caused by a virus, so its hard to say.
9	highly effective	lamictal stabilized my serious mood swings. one minute i was clawing up the walls in pure mania, the next curled up in a fetal position on my bed contemplating suicide  i am no longer at the whim of my moods and neither are those around me. im lucky that i started pharmaceuticals almost immediately after i was diagnosed a bipolar. lamictal gives me amazing clarity to go about my day, honestly assess myself and form real relationships. lifted a fog, i guess you could call it. now that im medicated i realize how cloudy my thought processes used to be. it's a wonderful feeling.interestingly, i hardly dreamt before beginning lamictal. i would dream (i mean dream in the sense of being able to imagine pictures and scenes while asleep, not rem) maybe once every two months. now i dream every night. i found that the closer i take it to bedtime the more frequent and more intense my dreams.
4	moderately effective	initial benefits were comparable to the brand name version of this drug, depakote.  i had been taking depakote for several months and experienced great results.  when i went to my psychiatrist for an evaluation and re-fill, he accidently prescribed the generic version,   when i discovered the error, i was told by this doctor that i would experience the same results as depakote.  the positive side effects of the depakene: balanced mood, improved concentration, improved logical cognition, mental clarity, lessened anxiety and irritability, improved sleep, increase in pleasure about activities
10	highly effective	it controls my mood swings. it helps me think before i act or speak. it controls anxiety  it freed me to live my life happily!!! i cared about my life more. everything had more meaning to me. i lived a very dull life before taking prozac.
10	highly effective	within one week of treatment superficial acne lesions were visibly reduced.  sebum production which had been excessive before beginning was significantly reduced (after course of treatment level increased to a more normal level).  after one month of treatment no new acne lesions occured.  by the end of treatment no new acne developed, and old lesions had healed.
2	marginally effective	by the end of the 10-day treatment i felt better, but still had major congestion, green/yellow mucus and was coughing up mucus.  the symptoms were milder than before i started the treatment but definitely not gone.
8	considerably effective	reduction in seizures reduction in seizures reduction in seizures didnt have lots of seizures how many times can i say the same thing im sorry but there's not a whole lot to say here i keep repeating the same stuff over and over again to get to fifty words.
10	highly effective	ive been taking tramadol for 2 weeks now. ive been taking vicodin and for 7 months due to cervical disk degeneration and lower back pain. i have to admit i loved taking vicodin and  the problem is that they would knock me out. tramadol has been awesome. it takes 90% of the pain away and i feel like i actually have energy again. from reading previous comments it sounds like i take a lower dose. im really happy about that cause if i get use to it then i can up my dose and not feel worried about it.
10	highly effective	"i immediately stopped having panic attacks.  it really was miraculous, as they were becoming more and more frequent and severe.  on the combination of klonopin and prozac, i have not experienced a panic attack in 10 years. i simply feel ""normal"", and am able to go through my days without any feelings of extreme nausea or dizziness, which is how my panic attacks manifested themselves.  no longer did i have to leave work early, avoid restaurants and supermarkets, or worry about getting suddenly ""sick"", for no reason."
1	marginally effective	the presumed benefits were to help with a severe depression. in the beginning there was some benefit, ie less suicidal, apathetic, morbid, depressed. but the effects were short lived and dose had to be continually increased. the biggest benefit was probably placebo - feeling like i was getting help, hopeful and trusting in the treatment and doctors.
3	moderately effective	some pain relief recieved minimized pain when touched
9	highly effective	significantly diminished the symptoms and size of the cold sore.  often, it would halt the development and the redness and swelling would disappear after a day or two, without the sore blistering/weeping/scabbing.  for my body, valtrex has proven to be far more effective than either famvir, or    it is surprising how many people either do not treat cold sores, or are not aware of any new treatments after zovirax.
6	moderately effective	treatment benefits were noticeable but not substantial. i did not respond to a day as i or the doctor had hoped. but it did allow me to stay focused throughout the day with out drowsiness or fatigue, so i give it a positive review. treatment effectiveness varies among individuals
10	highly effective	very quick migraine relief with no nausea or drowsiness. other medications (such as imitrex and  had little to no effect, or took a minimum of 1 to 2 hours for relief to begin. i really like the dissolving tablet, as i can take it anytime without having to find a water fountain or other beverage. relief is very quick, generally within 20 to 30 minutes.
5	moderately effective	the xanax would act as a downer. it would calm me temporarily but could throw me into depression depending on the situation. if the situation was mildly traumatic the xanax would calm me but then follow by depression. the following day i would have residual sedation. the main complain was the addiction. it was not exactly like a craving but if you did not take it your body would feel like something was missing. it did not hurt but until i took it again i felt not quite content and as soon as i would take the pill my body would feel like it would give a sigh of relief. i think it is as much addiction to the mind as to the body.
5	moderately effective	the benefits were to eventually stop smoking.
7	moderately effective	to reduce acid production and stop acid reflux, the tablets are easy to swallow and moderately effective, their effectivity is diminished if reflux is already occuring.
7	considerably effective	stopped inflammation. reduced need for pain killers such as tylenol and advil.
8	highly effective	reduction of infection of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis
10	highly effective	this medicine stopped post nasal drip, itching throat, eyes, and nose.
3	considerably effective	the treatment masked the psoriasis and what was considered arthritis
9	considerably effective	helped build bone loss. osteoporosis runs in my family. we are thin. two of my sisters were diagnosed with osteoporosis in their early 40s. one sister fractured her pelvic bone at 40 from bone loss.
9	considerably effective	blood sugar controlled levels around 100-110, blood pressure had been normal ever since i was placed on these b/p medications.xanax was the only one that could prevent anxiety and panic attacks and help me sleep. as for fosamax, i have not had a follow up bone density so i do not know how beneficial it is for treating osteoporosis
5	highly effective	i have suffered of rapid heart rate for sometime because of my thyroid problem. i was given this medicine to get my heart rate controlled. first few weeks the medicine did not seem to work for me but my doctor increased the dosage to twice a day, then that was the time i started to feel my heart rate slow down. the medicine is definitely effective but i guess the effect of it depends on the individual as it requires a certain dosage for it to work effectively.
4	moderately effective	the use of premarin reduced hot flashes and kept my skin looking younger. my skin doesnt look good since discontinuation of 
10	highly effective	lovenox is given in subsequent pregnancies to women with recurrent miscarriage due to autoimmune issues.  prior to taking lovenox, i had two second trimester losses and thanks to lovenox i was able to carry my two daughters to term.  it allowed my placenta to last the pregnancy without clotting and i was able to successfully have two children.
9	highly effective	i was severly depressed for weeks and would just cry all the time. i had tried several other antidepressants and none of them worked. one day my doctor said lets try a new drug called effexor xr. i was started on 75 mg for about 2 months and was still depressed so then i was increased to 150 mg and have been on it since. i an so much happier and my family is also. this medicine has been my life saver and recommend anyone depressed to take this one
9	highly effective	more energy and alertness, less fatigue & regular normal period duration. periods had been irregular, and often very heavy with severe cramps and clotting. mental attitude improved. i became less tired during the day and required fewer hours of sleep to feel fully rested. concentration improved and thought process seems much more clear after taking the medicine for about four months.
3	marginally effective	increased libido.
5	moderately effective	the treatment benefits are that i showed a slight decrease in wrinkles. i really think that if used with other products it could be better. i also used sunscreen everyday. i really didnt see a difference in the sagging of the skin . i thought it would help with collagen production. i am continuing to use the product. i hope i see a difference.
7	considerably effective	initially prescribed zoloft for depression , but after two weeks my condition was markedly worse. i realize that each of us have different tolerances to various substances, and after my gp changed the medication to daily of cymbalta my condition started to improve, but relapsed after about 3 weeks. the assumption was that i had required the higher dose of daily, and since taking daily my condition has improved to be close to my normal happy self with interests in various things. my advice is to find the medication that 'agrees' with you and stick with it for at least 1 month.
1	marginally effective	sore throat considerably better
9	considerably effective	during first 12 months... lowered total cholesterol by 100 points, ldl by 90 points, and triglycerides by 74.11 months after starting medication, angina brought me to the er. cardiac catheterization was done and 60% blockage  found. 1 year after that,more angina, another cath. and no change in blockage was found.
1	ineffective	nothing
8	considerably effective	the treatment helped the patient focus on her daily tasks and enabled her to 'get going' in the morning.  in turn, the patient was able to exercise daily which also helped her maintain concentration throughout the day.  daily exercise also helped her maintain her moods at a stable level.
8	considerably effective	blood pressure medicine lowered pressure and controled very well. starting bp was 140/100 to now at 115/65 or close to that. thyroid medicine used after partial thyroidectomy due to benign cyst. can't tell whether working on not. this is mostly based on acceptable blood levels.
6	considerably effective	infection cleared up but the cough did not. the bronchitis returned and is still present. the z pack was used on 2 seperate occasions but after the cough mucus was back to a clear color, my physician said i was fine. it is 3 weeks later and i still have bronchitis and although my coughing is better it certainly is not gone.
8	considerably effective	stops persistent coughs in 30 days.
8	considerably effective	the benefits were great. i really liked because it didnt give me side effects like the other medication i used to take did. i would wake up in the day feeling refreshed. as i was taking for my schizophrenia  i would always wake up feeling exhausted and tired;still, even though i would take the medicine during the nights! i used to be stressed and aggravated all the time before and  now that im on  im emotionally numb and the voices in my head vanished. so i had a good nights sleep and didnt wake up as tired as used to make me. :]
8	highly effective	was able to study 6 hours in a row, pay attention in class rather than daydream, made me want to be perfect and learn everything.
10	highly effective	dramatic loss of weight and inches first week.  settled into meridia's program provided over the internet (comes with prescription .  promised myself to follow the rules.  the toughest for me, was not to weigh myself everyday.  meridia wanted me to check only once a week and im glad i refrained.  the thrill of seeing a huge difference each week has kept my knees from complaining.  the strength of meridia has never lessened.  if i forget to take it, i feel like the bottom of my floor has opened up and i am in free fall.  it really is strange...  when i take it with my vitamins each morning, it gives me a definite feeling of support.  i am loosing 2 lbs each week along with inches.  im doing better than what they advertise but that is probably because i have a gym in my home.  i walk 70 miles/mo. and do free weights.  i also love my whey protein porridge in the morning with blueberries, shake for lunch and balanced meal for dinner.  i do eat snacks.  a starbucks coffee (also made at home), with 1/2 an energy bar... or, an orange.  responsible eating.  i also understand the dynamics of over eating, being menopausal with depleted hormones.  meridia has been a life saver for me.  thanks to my fabulous doctor, who is also using it.
10	highly effective	i was having panic attacks and very high anxiety. effexor xr helped to reduce the anxiety and eliminate the panic attacks. my depression is much, much better.
8	considerably effective	lessened the symptoms of my depression after taking the medication for about 2 to 3 weeks time, increased my appetite level, made my sleep more regular (i was either sleeping too much, or too little before taking the medication), increased my energy level
9	highly effective	i was able to live, xanax gave me the ability to face life and dissolve my constant fear
10	highly effective	cleared up chronic eczema.   especially effective on elbows and legs.
1	ineffective	was prescribed in hospital to relieve nausea i was suffering, post 
10	highly effective	after just three weeks, i felt immensely better and began to enjoy the things that previously i had enjoyed--liked gardening and playing tennis. i also slept soundly. it lifted my mood dramatically, but never made me manic. i also felt more like being with people and noticed that i was no longer so preoccupied with myself or awkwardly self-consciousness. in short, i wasn't depressed and anxious anymore!
10	highly effective	i no longer suffered from heartburn and acid reflux.  one pill per day allows me to enjoy eating again and have no adverse effects from any type of food.  at least none that i am aware of.
7	moderately effective	elevation of mood and clarity of thought.  progress stalled out at 300 mg, but with increase to 450 mg can tell the difference.  im able to finally think and plan ahead and chip away at all the clutter i've not been able to deal with which accumulated while depressed.
8	highly effective	i have tried so many anti depressants and always go back to zoloft.. works the best and is least expensive.. $10 a month compared to cymbalta for $400 a month.. it really works for me well.
5	moderately effective	this drug did not completely eliminate outbreaks. while it may have diminished length and extent of outbreak, still had more than expected. decided not to take any longer and had better results taking olive leaf extract daily
3	marginally effective	resume ovulation and maintain hormonal balance
9	highly effective	all symptoms of sinus infection gone by third day.
7	considerably effective	lowered heart rate from 100bpm+ to 65 and held blood pressure at a near-perfect level. episodes of extremely high heart rate (200bpm+) suddenly initiating and sustaining for several hours diminished in frequency from at least once every 1-2 weeks to three times over one year.
4	moderately effective	got rid of hot flashes but made other things much worse.
1	moderately effective	did have elimination of frown lines and crows feet but no one cares about having wrinkles or not when you are paralyzed.  sadly wrinkles returned in 6 months but large nerves in my legs and and body continue to suffer daily with weakness several years later.   risks too great for some temporary cosmetic procedure
9	highly effective	after suffering a spinal cord injury in 1987 resulting in quadriplegia (c5/c6 complete), i experienced disassociated pain that was concentrated in my right thumb.  the problem got increasingly worse over the following years.  i ended up having to take a lot of ibuprofen and vicodin, just to relieve the pain announce to allow me to get some work done.  however, the resulting side effects caused me to sleep a lot.  it also lead to depression.  i was finally given a prescription for gabapentin to try out.  it started working almost immediately.  after about two weeks i was rarely having the pain in my thumb anymore.  it doesnt cause me to get sleepy or feel drugged (like the vicodin) so i have been able to work and concentrate on things once again.  it also seems to have helped with my depression, although that may have more to do with not having to deal with the pain, or the side effects of the pain relievers i was taking before.
1	ineffective	dexedrine as well as effexor, i found for my add works well the first few times, then the efficacy wears off because of tolerance.so now i take supplements, and find they work just as well but take 2 months to feel effects.
9	highly effective	i can recommend a reputable pharmacy (aricept) - org i received the order and it was on time and the pills work great.p.s. 5% discount coupon code: 9sh73h
10	highly effective	this medicine was very effective.  it calms my stomach and i do not feel constant contraction and nervousness in my stomach.
7	considerably effective	the accutane dried my skin and it was not oily like before i took the drug.  it helped in newly developing acne and cleared up the acne i already had.
10	considerably effective	reduction in visible tremor, caused by stress and kinetic movement. 100% reduction in headaches during period.
10	highly effective	skin is clear smooth and brite. best it has looked in years
4	marginally effective	allowed client to sleep without itching.
7	considerably effective	ability to function/interact better especially in public.
7	highly effective	reduced bowel inflammation over a long period of time. when flare ups were severe, patient had to increase dose to daily and the dosage was tapered back to original dosage of 
8	highly effective	depression was lifted. anxiety lessened. general feeling of well-being for the first time in my entire life.
7	moderately effective	the drug helped to lift me out of the worst part of the depression, but it's not a complete cure.
2	ineffective	none particularly, i guess my appetite was reduced but after a while thats not a good thing. i only took them for 2 weeks so i didnt give then enough time to kick in and work probably because the side effects were too much to take
1	ineffective	none- did not relieve symptoms
10	highly effective	i have my life back.  that is the main treatment benefit.i suffered from impulsive behaviors, probably the most harmful/dangerous of them being binge-eating and bulimia.  since taking lamictal at for 4 months now my eating habits have become completely normal.  i have not purged in 3 months.  this is amazing.  i would binge eat and purge because of anxiety.  now i feel like a normal person--not obsessed with food, i eat when i am hungry, stop when satiated.  i have lost a lot of weight (20 pounds in 3 months without dieting/counting calories, etc.)...nothing was wrong with my metabolism, it was the impulsive eating, stealing food from others, throwing it up (which gave me a high--not just to get rid of the calories, but it calmed me...).  i love the lamictal for this because it's not like some meds that make you lose weight by destroying the appetite.  i am just a normal person now!  i also quit the lexapro as it was triggering hypomanic episodes.  the lamictal is stabilizing my moods--it doesnt numb the depression like the ssris i have been on.  i feel things.  i am clear-headed.  but i am able to step back and not be hurt by every look i get from people, i am not paranoid anymore, i can wake up in the morning with energy and i fall asleep within 3 minutes of hitting the pillow.  i get sleepy at 10pm.  i am not hyper and can sit still for more than 2 minutes.  :-)all good for me.  this is the right medication for me...
7	considerably effective	i was able to focus and organize my thoughts in a clear and concise manner.  i completed tasks more efficiently and had more patience with my children.
10	highly effective	"adderall greatly improved my focus and concentration.  before my diagnosis of adult add, i had a very difficult time focusing and staying on task.  i also experienced ""hyper-focusing"", which prevented me from getting things done at work in a timely manner.  it has also helped improved my memory."
10	highly effective	"i had debilitating panic attacks and agoraphobia and celexa completely saved me, allowed me to go live my life again. i even took a low dose and it still worked amazingly well, though it did take nearly a month to ""kick in."""
1	marginally effective	i felt better for the first few days, mood-wise.  but then i got depressed again.  so i guess that's not a benefit.
9	highly effective	strattera helped my son slow down without making him groggy or taking away from his personality.
6	considerably effective	i've only been on it for a week but i've noticed a change already. i am more awake and it seems as though a fog has been lifted. i am thinking more clearly and don't feel so down.
3	moderately effective	"i am in reasonable good health. i am non-diabetic, serum glucose level is normal [fasting=100, pp=104]. i am a non-smoker since 7th march, 1975 [prior to that i smoked 60 cigarettes a day years].my blood lipids are within normal limits  [total cholesterol=108, hdl=36, ldl=62,vldl=10.hdl is a bit low [36] but tc:hdl ratio=3.00 and appears to be within favourable range of low risk of ""up to 4.5"". kidney function is also within normal range. liver function is also normal except sgpt=46. is normal. hb%=15.1. serum prostate specific antigen=0.75, well within normal range."
9	highly effective	birth control made easy only once a month
5	moderately effective	the acne has decreased and i have not had major skin irritation or sunburn like i know other acne treatments can cause.
4	marginally effective	i did not notice much of an increase in milk production, but is difficult to say.  i was nursing and pumping milk at the time, and wanted to increase supply.
8	considerably effective	reduced total cholesterol by 42 / hdl increased by 5
9	considerably effective	lowered blood pressure
9	moderately effective	lowered blood pressure, regression of lvh.
3	marginally effective	slight improvement in reduction of my mild acne.  to be honest, the improvement was not even noticeable after two months..
1	considerably effective	lowered viral load and increased t cell count. also a benefit was the once a day dosing.
7	considerably effective	i had severe coughing fits for more than two weeks. several varieties of over the counter medications did not seem to help, neither did home remedies. finally i consulted my physician and she proscribed amoxicillin. i took it for 10 days, 500 mg tablets three times daily with food. at the end of the treatment period my coughing had subsided and then disappeared completely.
9	highly effective	it really helps to stop overeating and to become thinner. also you're not drink alcohol at all and its become your habit ) cause m. is not compatible with drinking. you have a lot of energy, do not thinking what to eat, where to eat and etc.. no any narcotic pleasure or panic, i had no any psycho effects at all. only sleeping less may be.
6	considerably effective	i felt more flexible and i could sleep better.  also, i could return to work much faster than expected.
8	considerably effective	drug was effective in helping the me the sleep i needed. did its job flawlessly.
7	considerably effective	i was plagued with sleeplessness, and the seroquel worked wonders for that. i've noticed a decrease in the speed of my thoughts and can concentrate much better than before.
7	highly effective	it made me happier. i did not feel down and hopeless while on the drug.
10	highly effective	no longer caught up in constant delusions,able to attend partial hospital program 5 days a week. i maintain my own apartment and live with independence.i socialize with friends and i am no longer in and out of hospital.i look forward to joining the y.m.c.a. and start exercising and also am considering a part time job.
4	moderately effective	hopefully it got rid of many actinic keratoses permanently, but hard to say.  i think it made my skin look better, though.
10	highly effective	i was able to stay successfully fall asleep and stay asleep the entire night.  i typically take 1-2 hours to fall asleep.  this starts to work in 30 minutes and allows me to get a full nights sleep without continuously waking up throughout the night.
8	highly effective	longer life expectancy but wish i had know that my ovaries could be turned off before i started the drug then switched on again afterwards. as it is i went into a early menopause with very, very,  severe side effects.please get your doctor to talk about all the possible side effects of menopause, including sexual.
1	marginally effective	the benefits were to reduce my cholesterol
10	highly effective	doctor prescribed acyclovir for cold sores and said it would reduce duration of cold sores. in fact, it has completely eliminated flare ups for over 5 years. before i started taking it, i would get a cold sore once or twice a year. it is very important to have a dose available at all times, because it is crucial to start taking it at the first sign of tingling. the effectiveness of this drug has far exceeded my expectations.
6	considerably effective	the drug was used for removal of harmful stomach bacteria; it was a strong course of drugs but effective.
10	highly effective	i get very bad panic attacks and completely break down no matter where i am. i decided that i couldnt let it control my life anymore, so i talked to my doctor and he prescribed me clonazepam. this drug is very dependable and works fast. whenever i feel anxiety coming on i will take 1 or 2 pills and im fine.
8	considerably effective	completely eliminated my acne while i was on the drug, however acne did return once i stopped, though not as bad.
7	considerably effective	although it did not completely rid me of my migraine it helped to dull the pain. i was actually able to go to work with a migraine instead to taking a day off to just lie still.
4	highly effective	treated pain due to an open wound from abdominal surgery
8	highly effective	achieved and maintained long term sobriety. no longer was exposed to the dangers of active addiction  began leading a healthy and productive lifestyle. overall health improved. mental health improved and stabilized.
10	highly effective	advair keeps my asthma completely in control if i am faithful to take the required dosage each day.  i have taken fluticasone before, but it seems to be the addition of salmeterol that is the key for keeping my asthma under control.
1	marginally effective	none yet
4	highly effective	in one year, i only had two periods. my periods before depo were 2-3 days and very light, on depo they were longer and heavier. it is so convenient not having to remember to take a pill everyday at the same day. it was also 100% effective with preventing pregnancy for me.
4	considerably effective	the ortho tri-cyclen provided effective birth control, and it also did cause my menstrual cycle to be more regular. my periods were less heavy, and i did not have such severe menstrual cramping each month while i was taking the pills. there are no other benefits to taking the pill that i am aware of.
7	highly effective	almost 100% elimination of allergy symptoms
7	moderately effective	decreased crying and depression.  decreased anxiety.  got rid of insomnia.
5	moderately effective	i thought the benefits would be one period every 3 months, pregnancy prevention, regulated periods. i also read that they would be lighter and shorter and help with acne. wrong!
10	highly effective	"initially diagnosed with gerd 13 years ago, i was miserable with c/o heartburn and an uncomfortable epigastric ""feeling"" after i was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia and gerd. started on prilosec and cut back on caffeine and quite smoking. i have not experienced any symptoms since that time."
8	highly effective	before treatment i could not breathe sufficiently to move about. after taking the medication for approximately three days the symptons began to subside and i was albe to function again. all told it took approximately one week before i could return to normal activities.
7	highly effective	bringing heart rate down from dangerous and very painful levels to comfortable levels. this was generally achieved within half an hour and lasted for many hours (i.e. until the had passed - so no repeat dose usually required).
7	considerably effective	controlled loose stool and fluid loss due to chemo; nausea control; control of mouth thrush, sores.  the in particular worked much better than for diarrhea control and fluid retention.  it also stopped colon muscle spasm.
10	highly effective	birth control
5	moderately effective	i can't really say that the benefits were incredibly impressive. the topical treatment was used along side of an antibiotic for a series of weeks.(4-6) the acne condition improved, but never completely. eventually, after a couple more scattered, severe breakouts in the following years; the acne went away.
10	highly effective	the benefits were amazing.  after 3 days, i felt good.  i didnot want to stay home and not see anybody.
10	highly effective	reduced the fatigue, swelling and pain associated with ra
4	ineffective	in theory, my bones should have gotten stronger, as measured by the bone scan done at my gynecologist office once every 18 months
2	moderately effective	initial signs of infection appeared to be treated effectively.
9	highly effective	i was unable to go up and down steps without acute pain and unable to stand long or walk for too long without pain becoming unbearable.  i took my first dose of 100 mg  at bedtime and woke up in morning feeling almost like a new person.tremendous reduction in pain and spasms of leg with greater range of motion.   after a day or two i had to increase the dosage as the knee started to stiffen up again making walking and steps difficult.
10	highly effective	alprazolam worked wonders for me i wish i had gotten prescribed a long time ago, works very well for anxiety and panic.
9	highly effective	"methadone certainly took care of the back pain i was experiencing. it was better than the other pain meds i tried (vicodin, oxycontin, percocet). the methadone doesnt make me drowsy nor does it give me ""buzz""."
1	ineffective	none that i could see. made me very sick and weak.
8	moderately effective	i feel the treatment was very helpful in keeping my skin clear looking,and i think somewhat tighter,  it also  gave my face a healthy color and appearance ,it was less dull the way aging skin can become. i also think it did keep some lines at bay.it gave me a much improved appearance,i have been using renova for a few years and i will continue to use this cream for a long time to come.
7	considerably effective	helped me to feel better.  lessened anxiety, panic attacks, tension, emotional exhaustion.  i was able to tolerate being around people better because talking did not seem so loud. once i was used to the drug, it helped me get out of bed and function in day to day life better (falling asleep & getting out of bed was a serious struggle).  eventually with the combined therapy, i pretty much now feel like myself again, just with less energy reserve and ability to have discipline with my routine.  (for instance, i can't get up early, during the 5am, 6am hours and get to work on time like i use to.  in fact im late for everything now which is out of my character) can' tolerate multiple loads of stress with calmness and collectivity like i use to.  otherwise day to day life is manageable as long as i obey my bodies new limitations.i didnt gain weight or increase in appetite.  i struggled with appetite actually and at times had to force myself to eat.
7	moderately effective	"the benefits of tamoxifen have been to be cancer free 2 years after my diagnosis. hopefully this ""clean bill of health"" will continue as i begin year 3 of tamoxifen in my 5 year plan. the benefits of effexor help balance the mood swings caused by a lowered amount of estrogen in my body. tamoxifen does its job by keeping the estrogen blocked in my body so any abnormal cells can't feed on the estrogen. my cancer was highly estrogen-positive. lowered estrogen causes depression and mood swings. effexor helps to alleviate these symptoms along with my exercise regime and healthy eating habits."
8	considerably effective	i had terrible itching, watery eyes, and sneezing from seasonal allergies.  this medication did not completely eliminate my symptoms, but is reduced them to a tolerable level without making me too tired or doped up to function at work.
10	highly effective	i lived in a constant state of panic (shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, flushed feeling), and this medication completely erased all these symptoms.  i can now think clearly and make rational decisions.  i chose to stay on this very low dose and take an ativan on the rare occasion a panic attack breaks through.
2	moderately effective	a slight reduction in pain. i am diabetic and was warned that it would raise my blood sugars, but it significantly reduced the night sugars.
7	moderately effective	helps with ibs-c
5	marginally effective	the medication took almost thirty minutes to kick in.  once the medication started to take affect, i began to develop a tingling sensation in my left hand and later my right hand.  i also noticed my hands were very shaky after the medication was in my system for at least an hour.
5	considerably effective	my skin was much smoother and the pore size seemed to shrink.  wrinkles were diminished and age spots lightened.
10	highly effective	the medication eliminated the nausea/stomach upset. added benefit was weight loss because i could stop using food to settle my stomach.
7	highly effective	should complete decolonization of mrsa and hopefully ensure that infection does not reoccur.
8	considerably effective	my depression has lifted and i am able to concentrate more than i was previuosly
1	marginally effective	none
2	ineffective	at least i tested it to see if i had arth. before going through extensive testing.(i still have tto have test, but the doctor felt this might let us know which path to follow)
1	ineffective	there were no benefits.
7	considerably effective	lower cholesterol
10	highly effective	it stopped my multiple sclerosis progression.  i still take it.  there are a lot of ms patients  who are using it now.  it really works and is a very safe inexpensive drug.
10	highly effective	about 14 years ago i started hyperventilating for no apparent reason.  i would wake up in the morning and within an hour i felt like i had to struggle to breath.  this would continue all day, every day.  after 5 years, i was prescribed alprazolam (the generic xanax).  it worked almost immediately.  i still have some days that are worse than others, but it has been a lifesaver for me.  i take one when i get up and then 2 or 3 times again during the day as needed.  it stops the hyperventilating totally for the most part.
8	highly effective	the reduced my viral load, increased my sex drive from none to moderate and the side effects were just some stomach upset, which was fixed by reducing my dose to twice a day.
1	ineffective	none
3	marginally effective	i do not feel there were any benefits from this treatment - only side effects.weaning off the the drug was extremely difficult.
8	highly effective	i was diagnosed with bipolar ii disorder in february of 2009. i found that my manic states led to very erratic and inconsistent behavior. i also found the depressive lows to be particularly difficult to manage.in november 2009 i was prescribed seroquel by a urgent care physician. immediately i found its calming effects to be extremely relieving to my mania. i did, however, find it difficult to maintain a functioning state due to its sedating effects. i then switched to seroquel xr and found a much more successful experience. i was initially given seroquel xr paired with lexapro. while initially a good way to stop the mania, i found to be too much to function on. i decided to halve my seroquel xr dose to continuing to take of lexapro. this combo has been great and i am so much calmer and feel way more in control of my life. i do, however, find the sedating effects to be difficult upon awaking in the morning. i try to offset this by ensuring that i receive a full 8-10 hour rest after administering a dosage. i would highly recommend this combo to anyone that is having difficulty finding a mental balance between dark and light. this year of treatment has allowed me to find a calm that i have never quite experienced beforehand.
8	considerably effective	bone density increased.  i had a bone scan and showed on the border line of osteoporosis  (?)  well after taking this drug, my bone measurements increased.  no side effects and defiantly a good medication for us baby boomers
8	highly effective	most importantly, my blood pressure went back down to normal when my heart rate rose to a more normal level. i was then taken off the and my blood pressure has remained at a good level. additionally, my hair stopped falling out and wasn't as dry. also, my skin improved. before the medication, my skin was horribly dry and flaky. the changes did not take place overnight. i would say that it took about 3-4 months to see any improvement in my hair and skin.
9	considerably effective	"could fairly quickly fall asleep, and usually stay asleep  with little ""sleep hangover"" problem that most other medications result in. i could function in the morning. my general health started improving (fewer flues and colds, headaches, stress and depression, and i had much, much less pain as i started getting regular sleep."
1	moderately effective	terrible!  there are much safer alternatives than this poison.  most fluoroquinolones have been taken off the market.  johnson and johnson should be ashamed of themselves.  they have not warned doctors properly of the serious side effects eventhough the fda has placed two black box warnings!
8	considerably effective	the combination therapy worked well but after discontinuation of therapy the condition returned and was worse than previous time.
9	highly effective	it really helps keep my acne at bay - keeps pores clear and reduces frequency of inflamed pimples, reduces red marks from acne breakouts.  it is less drying/irritating than most other acne 
10	highly effective	indomethacin immediate reduced the very inflamed and painful swelling in first joint of my left forefinger, my first - and thanks to prompt treatment with this drug - my only attack of rheumatoid arthritis.  i didnt recognise this swelling as arthritis because it was my first attack, and i neglected to seek medical advice until the joint was extremely inflamed and swollen.  since this attack, i've used the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (nsaid) ibuprofen as needed to prevent further attacks.
1	ineffective	none - i only had extremely bad side effects, which cost me my job, my home and my car. i just don't have fifty words to describe no benefits - thank you. i still need twenty words - hmmm - how am i doing?  now i need ten words - can i quit now? ugh!
8	considerably effective	acid reflux was controlled as long as the capsule was taken first thing in the morning, less effective if taken later.
3	ineffective	with less dexedrine and minimal  i was able to sleep deeply when i finally did fall asleep. i also remember extremely vivid dreams. the house was kept super clean and i was motivated to finish tasks.
10	highly effective	i had spent a year trying to improve my food intake because of my bad skin.  this got rid of the acne within a matter of days. although i still have a few acne scars my skin is soft and feels fantastic.
2	considerably effective	pregnancy was prevented.
7	moderately effective	marked improvement in behavior
3	considerably effective	the antibiotic works
1	moderately effective	slight decrease in stiffness, and better degree of mobility of legs joints (ankles, knees and hips)
6	moderately effective	so far it's only been 3 days.  wellbutrin seems to give me a spike of energy which is nice.  still have the craving for cigs so im continuing to smoke like i usually do.
3	moderately effective	aromatase inhibitor to reduce recurrence of hormone-positive breast cancer- unknown effectiveness- no breast cancer 3 years after diagnosis
6	considerably effective	since using the retin-a along with the accutane, i have noticed a great improvement in the look of my skin.  there are less clogged pores and it definitely more smooth and even in skin tone.  any fine lines around my mouth and on my forehead have diminished but it hasn't helped much with fine lines around my eyes.
3	moderately effective	vytorin was prescribed to me to lower my cholesterol. i did not take the product long enought to see a significant drop in my cholesterol levels as i discontinued treatment.
8	considerably effective	i switched from zoloft because the cymbalta wasn't supposed to effect libido negatively.  having ended my marriage and gone through menopause i don't feel i can judge that aspect fairly.  however, i feel the cymbalta is much more effective in keeping the dark cloud off my head, allowing me to be more positive toward life on a consistent basis.
7	highly effective	slowed hair loss in front and top of scalp.  hair at the back of the scalp and on sides.  it doesnt appear that hair loss has ceased completely for mpb, but increased hair grow in another areas makes my head appear fuller
1	ineffective	none
10	considerably effective	i do have time now with my kids and to my husband and i can able to make things well.
10	highly effective	occasionally i have a difficult time falling asleep and sleeping through the night.  when i take this medicine i fall asleep within 15 or so minutes and am able to sleep 7 or 8 hours.  my sleep seems undisturbed and uneventful.  when i wake up in the morning i awake completely alert and energized.
5	highly effective	after suffering for years from insomnia and becoming addicted to ambien, i was finally able to sleep and there was no worry about the side effects such as addiction.
9	considerably effective	stopped my bladder incontinence when used in combination with my other bladder medications on my neurogenic bladder
5	moderately effective	lowering bp
7	moderately effective	gradual lessening in severity and frequency of acne. gradual slight improvement in skin texture, ie. fine lines around eyes appear slightly reduced, skin tone appears more even and sun damage appears reduced.
7	considerably effective	sinus and chest infections were much better after 7 days. no more sinus pain or runny nose, and was no longer coughing up mucus.
7	moderately effective	reduced inflammation of affected areas.  reduced itching and scaling in the affected areas.  reduced itching in associated areas not specifically affected with the condition.
10	highly effective	"i quit taking lithium because it didnt seem to be helping anymore and i didnt like the way it made me feel.  after going off lithium my dr. took me off ativan which set in major anxiety.  i started drinking to ease the anxiety, but the alcohol sent me into major manic/depressive moods.  while drinking i was extremely manic, and while sober i went into major depressive states.  i could barely leave my house while in a depressive anxious state.  i missed a lot of work and started working from home.  getting out of bed seemed impossible, finally got on lamictal which took about six weeks to fully kick in.  since then my anxiety has gone down(lower than ever before).  i am on a low dose of klonopin that is taken on an ""as needed basis.""  my life is has improved greatly since i have been on lamictal, works much better than the lithium ever did.  i am so grateful for this drug it has given me my life back."
9	highly effective	ability to focus, motivation, energy, stamina all increased. feeling of well-being after being in the 'black hole' of depression. my sleep is improved, have no trouble going to sleep, quells disturbing\busy dreams that used to leave me exhausted in the morning. i don't lie awake at night trying to slow down or calm my mind.
1	ineffective	there were none at all.
8	highly effective	birth control, prevents pregnancy
4	marginally effective	marginal increase in bone density
5	considerably effective	they sometimes help me sleep throughout the night. some nights when i feel really depressed, i feel like taking more.. but never do. those were the nights that were really hard for me to fall asleep, even after taking the trazodone.
3	moderately effective	it made the nicotine completely ineffective.  the desire went down after several days. i don't really have much else to say.
8	highly effective	effect took place within 2 days, lifting me from a deep deep depression where i was at the point of a breakdown.helped me stay in my job and continue life normally.although after a year , i feel some symptoms are worming their way back in, but that could be psychological 
4	considerably effective	cleared active acne very effectively.
8	considerably effective	ability to focus. able to answer questions and engage in conversation  increased organizational ability. increased ability to attend to particular tasks without constantly moving towards another task. ability to prioritize and to remember what original intentions were after beginning a task.
9	highly effective	it helped enormously with sleep and gave me quite vivid dreams upon occasion.  i felt more relaxed in general and overall, quite happy - in fact, slightly euphoric ( it is a mild antidepressant).  i was able to sleep at least eight hours and waking, i was alert and not sluggish.
10	highly effective	treatments benefits was the relaxation of legs at bedtime so i could sleep.
10	highly effective	improved ability to focus and concentrate. memory retention better. improved energy. mainly helped relieve brain fog that is common with chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia. especially noticeable while working. able to function better and work longer, more like my old self.
8	considerably effective	i had tried several allergy medicines, but had the side effects of extremely dry eyes - so dry that i blinked constantly and my eyes felt achy. flonase has controlled my allergies fairly well without the dry eye side effects.  i still have drainage (which i have always had), but it isnt too bad and i don't get sinus infections or pain too often. i have been happy with it.
9	considerably effective	the patient has been taking this in hopes of fighting the depression he is dealing with while going through cancer treatments. he has been taking this drug for one month now and has noticed markedly improvements. he is able to concentrate better and focus better. he seems to be in much better spirits and is in all around better spirits.
7	moderately effective	after several months using these drops i really could not tell much benefit. however, when i stopped  using them for a month the dry eye problem was bad enough to make me realize they had been helping enough to make me realize i was better off with them than without. i continue to use them.
8	considerably effective	it has worked pretty well at lifting my depression symptoms. not dramatic effects but enough to help. it also decreased my appetite and i lost about 10 lbs and didnt gain it back.
10	highly effective	the abscess cleared totally after taking the stated dose for 4 days.  the full 7 day course was however taken.
5	moderately effective	it helped with the dizziness only because it made me so sleepy i couldnt stay up to notice the dizziness!
6	marginally effective	this drug initially provided a modest suppression of appetite. however, within one week my appetite was as great as ever. given that this medication is not covered by insurance, its virtual ineffectiveness is particularly noteworthy.
9	highly effective	i was able to fall asleep and stay asleep.
10	highly effective	after smoking for 41 years, i no longer smoke and can't believe i ever did.
10	highly effective	deppression disappeared. anxiety disappeared. since i have been on lexapro i have realised i have been depressed most of my life. i have a very strong family history of major depression. i was in denial to the fact i was depressed. when you have always been depressed you don't know any different. since lexapro i have felt alot calmer and happier. the intense guilt i felt about everything has almost gone. my mind would also constantly relieve traumatic past events and mistakes i had made. i really didnt ever want to wake up in the morning - but now i do. the depressive need to sleep in the day time has gone. i am also becoming much less socially isolated, more confident and have began enjoying life. i would have liked to find lexapro many years ago.
10	highly effective	lowering of blood sugar without risk of hypoglycemia
7	moderately effective	the benefits were having clearer skin between month 2 and month 6.my skin did clear but i did still experience some smaller cystic breakouts, which was disappointing.
6	considerably effective	lost 8 kg during 6 months, which would have been more if eating healthier and exercising.
10	considerably effective	i stopped crying, and could breath better
10	highly effective	this is an nsri, different from an ssri because it works on more than one brain chemical. when an ssri is ineffective or a patient finds that after a period of time a working drug stops working and symptoms of depression return they may be advised to try an nsri. this was the case with me. i have been treated for my depression for years and had done extremely well for periods of time on several different drugs at different times. moving from one to the next as i bottomed out on each. celexa and lexapro being the most recent. when lexapro let me down after a couple of years i was advised to try which was just released only a few months before my doctor suggested it. i was extremely hesitant as i did not want to go through another adjustment period of sleeplessness, headaches, possible weight gain, sexual issues, etc. you know the drill if you have taken drugs for depression  so i chose to stay on my lexapro and be depressed, hoping that it would start working again at a higher dose. wrong. getting to the end of my rope with my depression i finally decided to bite the bullet and try the  my depression disappeared within 3 weeks leaving me feeling better than i had in months. i began smiling again and fully functioning doing the things i enjoy and had let slide. my sense of well being and hopefulness for the future returned.
8	highly effective	my legs stay still so i can get to sleep and stay asleep
8	highly effective	parixetine resolved all the problems that made take that drug. these are :reduce anxiety resolve sleeping problems, although at the beginning( first month) had more insomnia than normal) high improvement in mood
7	highly effective	i have complex partial seizures that secondarily generalize. i was having up to 5 a week of the generalized ones in my sleep and getting injuries from them when i started topamax. the topamax stopped the generalization. i continued to have complex partials, but those are nothing in comparison to a tonic clonic seizure. i have only had one tonic clonic since being at the max dose of topamax.
4	moderately effective	less pain with same symptoms
3	highly effective	the medication worked great and cleared up symptoms immediately (sore throat, coughing, et cetera).
8	considerably effective	very effective initially. a lot more energy, able to focus, and more vibrant. i think its no longer working after 7 years and think i am tolerant of it and not receiving the same benefits as the initial years.
1	ineffective	no benefits, only negatives.
1	ineffective	none - did not work
8	highly effective	sleeping through the night
9	considerably effective	after taking wellbutrin for approximately 2 months i noticed a considerable decrease in anxiety and morbid intrusive thoughts, which improved my depression feeling considerably. i also noticed that i had an easier time quitting smoking. i could be around smokers and not feel an urge to smoke, which had never happened in previous attempts to quit and using a nicotine patch.
5	considerably effective	slowed down hyperactivity in a nine year old boy; increased attending a little bit although not strongly.  it does not interfere with sleep which many of the stimulant meds do.  there were no mood swings until the dosage was increased.
10	highly effective	lowered blood pressure with no notable side effects.the reduction in blood pressure was immediate with no other bothersome side effects
10	highly effective	i took these medications while having severe symptoms of h-pylori which had been going on already for about 10 days(severe stomach pain).  after about 3 days on the medication my symptoms were much improved and soon disappeared.  before taking this medication i would have bouts of this pain every few months during stressful times and it would take weeks to go away.  since taking this medication during that three week period two years ago i have had no more symptoms of h-pylori despite several stressful time periods.
10	highly effective	fast results vs. traditional antibiotics such as amoxicillin.
7	considerably effective	the elavil was taken as a preventative measure for migraines.  i did have fewer migraines while i was taking this medication.  the ones that i did get seemed to be less severe.
7	considerably effective	worked very fast, could feel results within a week. very effective in lifting severe depression and reduced frequency of panic attacks (though did not eliminate them entirely)
10	highly effective	after being diagnosed with narcolepsy, provigil changed my life.  i had learned to live eternally tired and able to fall asleep at a moment's notice.  after a sleep study revealed narcolepsy and i started on provigil, i feel as if i've been given a second chance at life.  provigil helps me to stay awake and be alert....i no longer feel fatigued and always wanting to sleep.  provigil is an amazing drug and thank god it's available!!!!
9	highly effective	had to have a partial hysterectomy due to endometriosis   after the surgery began experiencing hot flashes on a very frequent basis - approximately 1-2 times per hour.  my gynecologist prescribed premarin    since then i have moved up to the .045 mg dosage which i take once a day.  for the most part, this relieves my symptoms even though i wake up at night on occasion with a night sweat.
7	moderately effective	i started having insomnia due to some family issues and had to start taking sleeping pills. with the help of lunesta i could usually get up to 5 hours of sleep at night on most nights, but then suddenly it stopped working. i could not fall asleep and had to switch to ambien cr.
10	highly effective	control of high blood pressure.  taken in addition to xt once daily to control high blood pressure.  the hydrochlorothiazide (hct) increases the amount of urine removing salt and excess water to help lower high blood pressure.
6	highly effective	my treatment benefits: my pain went away while taking  my anxiety went away. my mood was lifted.
7	highly effective	the nexium was highly successful in calming the stomach acid. however, it took a long time to do so effectively. i only stopped taking it after a year.
8	considerably effective	i could sleep at night. my ms caused tightness everywhere, so i had alot of sleepless nights. lack of sleep made everything worse w/ my ms
9	highly effective	i suffered from debilitating migraines.  the first treatments of anti-depressants were effective, but the side effects became intolerable.  after trying other types of medications, effexor (both xr and regular release) have been a blessing. i suffer no side effects and in the last 5 years have only had to increase the dosage one time.
7	moderately effective	immediate slowing of loss, but the benefits waned after the first year.
10	highly effective	my spots were reduced dramatically  skin cleared up and felt better. my confidence improved. i would recommend this product to other people.
10	highly effective	my hyperthyroidism is in remission 9 months after stopping the drug.  i had no side effects and even my thyroid nodules are gone.  pretty amazing!!
7	highly effective	after a few months of treatment, i was actually able to function and get my social anxiety under control. my emotions became intact, and i enjoyed doing things again.
9	highly effective	i was experiencing anxiety and would take a quarter of a pill to take the edge off.  within 20-30 minutes the anxiety would decrease a lot.  mostly i wouldn't even have a full pill in a day.
9	highly effective	the drug was taken for my daily anxiety caused by stress and also insomnia to help relax my body before bed. the drug is mainly intended for anxiety and works great at relieving those systems such as irregular heart beat, nervousness and other anxiety causing symptoms. i give it a 9 out of 10 for its performance.
10	highly effective	my son is generally very leary of any type of medicine and even throws up certain cough syrups and that i would give him.  i had two concerns for this oral medication.  first, i was skeptical that this prescription for amoxicillin would be any different in terms of taste and that my son would also throw it up.  also, being that my son is a diabetic coupled with the fact that he was sick, i was concerned that this medication might have sugars that would affect his blood sugar readings.  i found no real difference in his health for the first two to three days but in the days following, his health improved dramatically to the point where we almost forgot to take it.  understanding that the antibiotic needed to be taken for the full ten days in order to be the most effective, we continued to take it to the end of the ten days.
8	considerably effective	this has helped reduce my cystic acne that forms on my chin area. nothing has helped previously.i had tried otc products including proactiv as well as rx differing  the cysts still occur occasionally but with far less frequency.
7	considerably effective	traeatment with nasonex was effective at controlling some of my congestion before sinus surgery and all of it after surgery.  the treatment also controlled my allergies to cats and dogs as a bonus!  i stayed 4 days at a friends house with a dog and was without sneezing and stuffiness, however my asthma was still an issue.
1	moderately effective	blood pressure was decreased initially to where it should have been, and gradually stopped being so effective
1	ineffective	diclofinac has helped with the pain and swelling of joints  for me, had no noticeable benefits.
7	moderately effective	stop pain of nerve spasms, without the drug, the tri geminal neuralgia pain is considered one of the most painful of all medical conditions.  with this medicine the patient has been able to avoid the risks of neuro surgery and still control the pain.
9	highly effective	taking the eye drops once a day relieved itching and redness.  there were no side effects.  the treatment stopped my eyes from itching and being red.  it did not seem to have any other side effects.  there is really nothing else to say about it.
5	moderately effective	controls the anxiety and fear of being without breathing.
7	considerably effective	reduction in mood swings;night sweats;wt. gain
10	highly effective	significant improvement in mood, affect, energy, libido, and overall mental status. significant reduction in anxiety, moodiness, and certain obsessive compulsive traits.
3	considerably effective	it provided me pain relief that enabled me to get up in the morning and pain relief that helped with cramps and pain while sleeping at night. i think it only blocked the pain receptor in my brain but didnt actually provide a cure for the main problem. it was like a mask that may have caused more damage in the end
10	highly effective	i have never felt so good in my life. this drug doesnt make you happy but it gives you a stable state to work from. i also read self-help books and have therapy along with the medicine but i wouldn't have been able to not have extreme highs and lows without lamotrigine. it saved my relationships and my sanity. thank god for this medicine.
10	highly effective	i had more energy, better disposition and i slept better. this hormone therapy is great. i think most menopausal women should take it. it made me feel more like my old self.
1	ineffective	although i took this drug about 3 to 4 days before i realized it was making me sicker, there were no treatment benefits during the time i was on it.  actually , i started feel worse about day 3 or 4.  the drug seemed to be enhancing the sinusitis symptoms!
8	considerably effective	finacea works well, is my everyday solution to acne and rosacea, but i still have occasional breakouts which are more quickly dried up by using salicylic acid spot products.  has a creamier texture, so doesnt dry my skin as much as other products or irritate it, causing redness.  i still require a light moisturizer  in addition to it and the moisturizing product that has been packaged with in a recent promotion works well with it.
8	considerably effective	i have been on effexor xr for about 10 years. i am currently taking 300 mg per day. before going on effexor xr i was a crazy person...i tried to commit suicide several times. i still had anger issues and was given lamictal and my anger has decreased immensely. i had been on so many different antidepressants i thought this was how my life was always going to be, my family slowly watching me sleep myself to death. since my doctor put me on effexor xr added lamictal & i feel better than ever. i also found out im allergic to wheat, dairy & eggs. deleting these items from my diet along with the medications has made me a new person.
9	highly effective	enabled me to manage pain without being on narcotics. i did not experience a spacey out of touch feeling as i did when taking vicodin. it did make me a bit sleepy for the first couple of hours after dosing
7	considerably effective	i have had acne since the age of fifteen (15).  i tried several treatments, but the one that has shown improvement to my skin has been differing   with differing  there has been a reduction of blemishes, my skin feels and looks smoother, and  the hyperpigmentation of my skin has lightened significantly.
5	moderately effective	i felt better in about 2 days. maybe i would of felt better with out the drug. not quite sure if it really helped.
10	highly effective	the problem, acne vulgaris, did disappear
8	considerably effective	it allowed me to relax and sleep.  my neck and back pain subsided a little.  it made me forget most of my pain.
8	highly effective	after about 2 weeks, felt much calmer and less depressed. stressful situations or emotional distress were experienced less acutely and i was able to deal with them much better. overall feeling of 'who cares' but not to a bad extent.  also lost about 20 pounds which may be due to it acting as an appetite suppressant? or maybe because it stopped my stress eating. either way, nice side effect :)
9	considerably effective	this drug works very well to control my heart from racing and fluttering. i have had a echo cardiogram and they say it is nothing serious but it really bothers me and makes me shaky and queasy. it was nice to get relief from this drug.
5	highly effective	after moving to  allergies became a problem.  different medicines prescribed and over the counter were tried.  at one point, i had to visit the doctor every six months two get a b12 shot and a steroid shot.  i was not pleased with the such frequent visits to the doctor's office but needed a treat for my new found allergies that were really affecting my work and family life.
5	highly effective	"stabilizes my thyroid function and brings it into a ""normal"" range.consequently my heart rate normalizes"
2	considerably effective	reduced desire to smoke reduced cravings for cigarettes
10	highly effective	i had tons more energy, better sleep, my brittle hair and dry skin improved ,cold hands and feet were a thing of the past ,but the best part was the fact that my  horse voice and persistent sore throat got better,also a feeling of well being which i didnt have before taking them , i felt i had control of my life again.
3	marginally effective	there was no perceptible benefit to the patient from his point of view; there was an apparent improvement as measured by the doctor.  the doctor advised continuation of the treatment.
7	considerably effective	"felt the ""cloud lift"" after 6 days or so.feel free from depression for the first time in 10 years.but, glad to be rid of it."
10	highly effective	prior to starting 1000 mg acyclovir  i was taking the standard 200 mg 5 times a day   i developed the shingles in the 5th cranial nerve.  i had lesions following the entire nerve roots across my face, but had them internally as well.  there were lesions in the ear canal, the side of my tongue and down my throat.  i had taken a flu shot and had exposure to sun, as well as starting 2 new jobs about the same time as the first onset.  i developed 1 blister which i thought was herpes. i had not had a herpes outbreak in years. i started the acyclovir and noticed more and different complaints every day.  i first got a lesion on the entrance to the ear canal and more accompanying the first one on my lower chin.  then my lower teeth began to become painful, as if i had a great toothache.  after about 4 days, i began to feel exhausted and unable to snap out of my fatigue.  the next day i awoke and had a sensation that my mouth was not fully moving.  later the eye began to remain open and would not blink. the 3rd day of these symptoms  i developed total paralysis of the left face. i saw 1 of my doctors immediately.  he gave me a cortisone shot and told me the dose of acyclovir to take.  he said it was bell's palsy  a friend called and said it was ramsay-hunt.  i was on bedrest from mid october until 2 weeks ago.  i have very little stamina, and slowly i am getting more energy.  the latest addition to my medication arsenal was alpha-lipoic acid.  i had started lysine and red marine algae.  i stopped coffee  soda, most meat and ate only what little i cooked or made myself.  i am pleased that most of my facial functions have returned, with the exception of the eye blinking completely, and a slight difference in my smile.  i take at least 1 dose of every day due to neuralgia or a sense of swelling in my left face.
5	moderately effective	very effective in my sleep pattern
10	considerably effective	my blood cholesterol decreased from 260 to 190-210 and my dropped  and now hover around 100 mg/dl; always had high hdl levels of 84-92.  needed to keep my low too.
7	moderately effective	it did keep my blood pressure lower , and i did feel better.and i felt more at ease driving
6	moderately effective	during 20's and 30's it appeared to create a protective skin barrier and keep acne at bay
8	moderately effective	the number of migraines were reduced from 20+ a month to 12 or even less.  there have been some months when i have had only 5 or less migraines.  more importantly, the intensity of the migraines is considerably reduced.  on a pain scale of 1-10, i would have 12 or 15+ pain, that no amount of medication helped, and they would last for 3 to 5 days.  now, when i do get a migraine, it's usually at a 2 or 3 pain level, and i rarely need to take more than 1 for relief.
4	moderately effective	decreased depression
9	considerably effective	benefits of protonix were a greatly reduced incidence of heartburn and spams in the esophagus.
9	considerably effective	the drug reduced symptoms of tiredness and moodiness.   hair loss was also seemed to improve.
5	highly effective	i have not gotten pregnant while using, and i can usually not tell the ring is there.
8	considerably effective	i was able to relax more than usual, and my mind did not feel like a race car circling a track at 150 miles per hour.  it became easier to focus on the task at hand without worrying about what was on my to-do list and, due to an eating disorder, how much i had eaten or was going to eat that day.
9	highly effective	my skin has become dramatically clearer and it has a fresh glow that i am very happy with.  my skin is smoother, finer, and the darker areas on my forehead (related to sun exposure) have faded almost completely.
9	considerably effective	my dosage is not the standard treatment of 300 mg daily, however at the 100 mg daily dose i get some benefits, including decreased irritability and appetite control, without side effects.
10	highly effective	totally under control
8	highly effective	i went to the doctor complain of never losing weight despite dieting and exercises, and after some medical evaluation , i was diagnosed with severe insulin resistance, polycystic ovary syndrome , and ,all which contributed to weight problem  , my doctors plan was to take metformin at the maximum dose , 850 mg , 3 times and and to start a medication for my thyroid , within 3 months i had lost 20 pounds , normalized my periods and reversed my insulin resistance i was instructed to keep taking metformin  for the rest of my life
5	moderately effective	i began taking for perimenopause issues-- insomnia, horrible pms, moodiness, night sweats. it helped for these issues.
9	highly effective	lowered cholesterol by 13% with no side effects
8	considerably effective	clearer thinking; improved outlook and energy level.
8	considerably effective	stopped depression ie. repetitive negative thoughts, suicidal thoughts  and general malaise.  relieved insomnia.
10	highly effective	excellent!!!! been using on and off for about 5 yrs now. i have learned how this works so theres no side effects such as really dry flaky skin. i use a little in the am then at night.i do this for about 2 wks. meanwhile i do not use any scrubs or rub my face , just gently, also no masks or toners etc. close to 2 wks, when in a hot shower gentle exfoliate, you will see dead skin coming off. dry your face and ts gonna look dry, flaky and terrible. use pure coco butter on your face during the day, then only at night use the  and repeat the exfoliate every few days, then the coco butter etc, until you get results. my face looks amazing after using this process, but i do not have acne, so not sure how it would  work with the coco butter  might make the acne worse.  good luck!
6	marginally effective	i did not notice any benefit myself, although my wife felt i was less 'snappy'. hoping to get more benefits now i have moved up to a higher dose.
8	moderately effective	the benefits were that it did help lower my blood pressure.
4	highly effective	got rid of eczema quickly when applied in a thin layer. i have used this for years without realizing its side effects or being told about the side effects from my doctors or pharmacist.
3	marginally effective	less acne, more controlled cycle
9	considerably effective	my target was to have the a cholesterol reduction from 240 to under 200. i did not want want to take statins because i am not comfortable with drugs that inhibit normal metabolic processes. evolution is parsimonious  and inhibition of any enzyme is likely to be reflected as an adverse effect in a seemingly unrelated area. also, i did not want to take red yeast rice, which basically is a non pharmaceutical grade of a statin. i liked the physical mode of action of zetia. within 6 months of starting treatment, my total cholesterol was down from to 200 and my hdl went up from 45 to 58.
9	considerably effective	the worked well for me if taken consistently without skipping days.  i was able to bring my blood pressure to at least 120/80 and at times a bit lower.  note that consistency of medication is a key.  should the tablet taken once per day not prove as effective as desired, my physician advised that i could take an additional tablet or two per day without problem.
10	highly effective	decreased the vertigo almost immediately; no further vomiting; i was able to walk and move my head without the awful spinning.
10	considerably effective	more motivation,stopped crying in the morning,improved feelings of wellbeing,i could enjoy music and started singing spontaneously at times,something i had nt done in years
8	considerably effective	the treatment cleared up the infection, mostly.  it cleared up the infection but i still felt that it was there for a while.  it did get rid of the pain in my ears from the infection really quickly, and the 'blocked up' feeling i had in my ear.
10	highly effective	outbreaks were reduced from one every few months to one every few years
9	highly effective	i was able to live without allergies  zyrtec alleviated my symptoms except for a slight cough without the drowsiness of other medications.
10	highly effective	much improved sleep without waking in the middle of the night.
5	ineffective	i did not experience benefits as the medication was too harsh, forcing me to have to stop application.
7	considerably effective	less depression and suicidal ideation. i was not responding to any other anti-depressants and this one sometimes works for people who do not respond to others. maybe it's because it makes you sleep very well. sometimes it is prescribed as a mild sleeping pill.
8	highly effective	highly effective in birth control, actually stopped my daily headaches, made me regular
3	moderately effective	i first began taking topamax when i was fifteen. i had severe migraines about five every week. when i started it did automatically begin helping me with the headaches, and then the side effects sat in very soon after. yet, the weight loss side effect was the only positive. i lost twenty pounds.
1	marginally effective	clomiphene citrate or clomid is used for treatments of fertility in women. it triggers the ovaries to ripen more and to increase the change of conceiving.
8	considerably effective	relief of insomnia
2	ineffective	there were no treatment benefits in taking this drug
8	moderately effective	the treatment quieted the nerve endings them a chance to calm down from the chronic pain cycle.  it allowed the nervous system to regulate itself properly again.
6	moderately effective	acne outbreaks healed quicker than using no medication.
9	considerably effective	i would have complete relief from acid reflux if i took the medication daily.  if i skipped a day, i would start to have severe gastric distress from acid reflux, would then have to take the prilosec as well as an instant-acting tums or rolaids.
8	highly effective	this is my second wee taking the meds and i weighed myself the other day i have lost already and i still have a few more weeks to go before the month is up..
9	highly effective	i have suffered from insomnia off and on for a number of years.   fluvoxamine is an antidepressant and, as i didnt feel depressed, i was a little dubious initially.  my gp suggested i try it as i was unwilling to take any sedative-type pills.  after the initial start-up period (around two weeks) i found it made a big difference.  i now go to bed and sleep normally without any side effects such as drowsiness.  my gp suggested that i might have had a level of depression which was affecting my sleep, i don't know, although i do feel better generally as well as sleeping well.
8	considerably effective	helped with sinus congestion and sneezing, and allowed me to be able to breathe better throught the night and wake up less stuffy.
5	moderately effective	helped rid nose of pre cancer outbreaks
10	highly effective	stops and prevented breakouts of hives!i am severly allergic to most foods and plants, everything breaks me out.thanks to this pill, this wont happen any more.
10	highly effective	being able to focus, weight loss, more energy, staying on task, more relaxed once it kicked in or wore off.  slowed down my thought process, anxiety went done, not over thinking and less of a worrier.  no explosive episodes with family, stablized my moods.  work non stop, focused on tasks, can sit and stay still, read books for longer then 5 minutes.  if you don't have adhd and take this drug it will make you a hyperactive spaz and will have the opposite effects.
2	ineffective	we could not identify any benefits at all.  the behavior and memory problems remained unchanged or worsened over time.  anxiety continued to increase and the dementia progressed systematically.  disorientation continued to increase and the patient became more and more difficult to manage.  it appeared that irritability increased and the patient became more agitated more easily.
5	moderately effective	this medication greatly helped me to sleep well.  i felt more restored after a nights sleep.  i no longer had trouble going to sleep and no trouble with waking up in the middle of the night, and not being able to get back to sleep.  unfortunately this medication did not seem to help with the fibromyalgia very much.
1	ineffective	initially felt good, then after a week knee pain started.  week later started getting bumps on my legs.  kept thinking i was doing something else wrong, blamed it on new shoes, etc.  knees hurt, were creaking and pain got worse. bumps were scary.
9	highly effective	the treatment benefits are long term.  there is no immediate benefit to be seen.  my doctor advised me that a follow-up scan should be performed in two years to determine if the treatment is effective in reversing or at least arresting the osteopenia.  the drug is supposed to reduce risk of breast cancer.
8	highly effective	mood was uplifted and dosage was easy (once daily). convenient dosage form
8	highly effective	less fatigue, decreased head aches,skin became less red in color joint pains reduced, slept better
8	considerably effective	with the lyrica it helps the pain.
9	highly effective	i had morning-to-night headaches for two weeks prior to taking the medication. my doctor ascertained that these were most likely tension headaches. the morning after taking the first dose, i had no headache, and i remained headache-free for 2 days.  now, on the third day, the headache is returning, so i plan to take another dose tonight.
3	moderately effective	slight increase in bone density in hips, however no change in back (vertabrae)
10	considerably effective	i presented with general anxiety disorder and agitated depression.  i was unfocused, angry, anxious and had racing thoughts.  wellbutrin xl helped with depression, unfocused thinking and racing thoughts.  i was more focused during the day and was able to complete tasks.  it also helped so that i would not fly off the handle and it helped me stay out of bed.  in a nutshell, it helped me with energy.  a main help was with the sexual side effects of lexapro, a serotonin reuptake inhibitor.  lexapro would my libido and make it difficult to reach orgasm.  wellbutrin really helped to counteract these side effects and gave me even energy during the day.
6	moderately effective	the zomig nasal spray is generally very effective in curing migraine. 80% of the time the pain is 75% or more gone within an hour. another 15% of the time it takes up to 2 hours.  5% of the time the pain is only lessen.  however lately some of the single dose units do not discharge the medication properly. instead of a spray, you get a drop or two.  when this happens, the frequency of the pain not going away by at least 75% goes up. a couple of times it seemed virtually ineffective.  if the quality control doesnt improve, i may have to switch to a different 
8	considerably effective	the treatment was very effective as it helped keep pores clean due to exfoliation. the acne diminished after regular use for around 3 weeks, although it seemed to increase at first. this was expected according to directions.
6	considerably effective	decrease in frequency and severity of acne lesions. blackheads were not as noticeable and pustules were much reduced in size and number.
10	highly effective	after i started taking the medicine at the proper time of day, i no longer had to sit up to sleep. no longer have acid backup into my throat or throw up. as long as i didnt eat especially fatty or rich foods after 9 pm i was able to have a good sleep.
8	considerably effective	took wellbutrin combined with lexapro. younger doctor willing to mix and match drugs to get the desired effect. an overall big difference was noted with mood swings and crying spells where i couldnt get myself together in a reasonable amount of time
8	considerably effective	skin renewal, peeling, immediate results.  after a day or two, facial skin is peeling.
7	moderately effective	felt better hard to tell as mood changes so much not sure if in head or not but do fet better so thats something to take from this
7	considerably effective	blood pressure medicine currently controling bp well. thyroid medication keeps tsh level at optimum level. no side effects from either medication. very low dose of both
2	ineffective	if there were benefits, they were minimal. the only thing i noticed was how dry my skin became from use of 
1	ineffective	none. i only took them for a couple of days, but had to stop because of the side-effects.
9	considerably effective	at the onset of my condition of hives, i tried to avoid taking any medications and was hoping to ride it out.  by the second day, the itching got unbearable so i gave in and took benadryl to counteract the severe itching i was having.  at this stage, the hives were in full swing so the medication was only 50% effective but it helped enough for me to resist scratching myself.  as time went by, the itching slowly subsided and the hives went away (lasted about five days).
8	considerably effective	very effective reduction in pain from an injury, and later when having vulvar flare ups.
8	considerably effective	muscle pain from fibromyalgia was reduced; able to more actively participate in life activities.
6	moderately effective	to stop the infection of cystitis and other urine infections when it became too painful.it makes the passing of water less painful and reduces the passing of bloody quicker which can become very painful.
1	ineffective	none, took armour for 17 years, felt great.  new dr. wouldn't prescribe armour.finally am back on armour 1 gram or  per day.  i feel like a new person in just 5 days.  more energy, more positive, sugar cravings stopped. over all feel 100% better.  as far as i am concerned that dr. took 6 years out of my life. new female dr. finally put me back on armour.  it was unavailable for almost a year. i think it was all about money. armour is less costly and moree effective.
3	considerably effective	"took it at night and the depression was lifted the next day! made me feel happy and with no cares in the world. had a much better mood and outlook on life!  i didnt get angry as easily and my overall mood was stable.  i also felt more like my ""normal"" old self!!"
1	moderately effective	prevented getting pregnant
1	highly effective	the benefit to the drug was that yes it did work i was crazy (locked up in mental ward) and then after usage became normal (not crazy) again.however my treatment plan was not good. plan
10	highly effective	this drug literally changed my life and i wish i had started taking it earlier in life.  so many problems would have been solved for me. i was never happy, cried often and had no self worth at all.  i was also very anxious and uncomfortable around people and avoided many social situations because of this.  in short i was not enjoying anything at all about life or work!  when i started taking zoloft (under my doctor' care) it was like a miracle for me.  i went back to school!  i pursued a new career (my old job was nothing other than a hiding place for me) i blossomed!  i honestly do not know if this drug has the same effect on everyone but i recommend trying it. i should be the poster child for zoloft.  i am still taking it and may be for the rest of my life.  as for people who complain about anti-depressants, there is only one thing to say to them, they obviously have never known the debilitating effects of depression!
8	considerably effective	the treatment benefit of the pharmaceutical drug named biaxin included assistance with the eradication of the cell wall deficient bacteria named borrelia burgdorferi. in combination with the  which breaks down the biofilm that the borrelia bacteria protect themselves from hostile environments including exposure to antibiotics, the biaxin can kill the bacteria when they emerge from their biofilms which is weakened by 
7	considerably effective	reduce elevated pressure in the eyes and relieve hypertension.
8	considerably effective	osteoporosis stabilized in hip and stabilized in back
5	considerably effective	risperdal reduces worry about visual and auditory hallucinations that remain.  personality remains intact.  disturbing thoughts are reduced.
9	moderately effective	completely ended panic attacks,most sweating,most blushing,much discomfort.
1	considerably effective	significant reduction of pain due to the flu virus.  this is a typical prescription for the flu, pain killers with lots of fluids.  i was drawn to this tablets because they look appealing, the red capsules are easy to take and the caplets are coated in sugar. normally i'd take paracetamol, which are dry and hard to swallow, i choose these to be kind to myself !!!  i had no idea they could cause this reaction. they were good pain killers.
8	considerably effective	the use of prednisone before and during my vacation prevented the occurrence of the rash that i used to get due to sun exposure.  one year it did not totally prevent the rash and so the following year we increased the dosage.
4	highly effective	i completed task, i could focus more while reading or watching a movie, i could clean my room without over thinking it, i completed homework without struggling, motivated about the future, more energy, didnt feel tired during the day like i usually do, i actually felt more smart.
9	highly effective	depending on how severe the case is the dermatitis clears up in one to two weeks. the overall appearance of my skin improves as well as it improves any hormone or stress related 'spots'. (it is also used as adjunctive therapy to treat acne).
8	moderately effective	relief of chronic nausea, indigestion, acidic feeling in throat
7	highly effective	effectively manages cravings for nicotine
7	considerably effective	no more monthly periods
10	highly effective	immediately saw improvement in allergy symptoms, which eased asthma
7	highly effective	improved mood and anxiety stability,improved ability to take care of self, drastically reduced social anxiety, ability to put concerns into perspective, ability to calm day to day worries and concerns.
3	considerably effective	it did curb my desire to smoke.  i went from smoking a pack a day after years of smoking to smoking one cigarette a day without using any nicotine substitutes.  however, i never got to the point where i didnt have the one cigarette a day and the side effects were so severe that i had to stop taking the drug.
1	moderately effective	marginally lowered my blood pressure.
3	marginally effective	treatment was for cystic acne. the dermatologist prescribed erythromycin for treatment. saw the dermatologist biweekly and the dermatologist would give me a check over. the dermatologist then would ask if i was doing anything different, and then would proceed to give me a new prescription for the erythromycin.
1	highly effective	helped the pain enormously, after many other treatments failed.
8	considerably effective	went from approx. 17 migraine days a month to approx. 4 migraine days a month while taking topamax and erinn.  (before adding erinn, was down to approx. 8 migraine days a month.)  topamax seemed to greatly lessen the hypersensitivity of my brain to overreact to triggers such as changes in altitude, barometric pressures, humidity levels, environmental triggers such as smoke, strong smells, loud noises, and food triggers such as dark chocolate.  before topamax all of these things would cause migraines to start very easily.  after settling in on topamax these things didnt bother me like they used to.
10	highly effective	thought to have allergies - not the case however flonase works to clear the sinuses and prevent infections, works wonderfully!!
1	marginally effective	the neurontin slightly helped pain but not enough to contine the drug. it was supposed to help muscle spasms but did not.  i would not increase because of the side effects.
5	marginally effective	my hair grew back (prior to treatment it was falling out in clumps) and my depression, weight gain, and exhaustion improved somewhat.
4	ineffective	there any significant benefits.
10	highly effective	not so emotional a week before and during my menstrual cycle. relieved thoughts of suicide as well as given me more energy through that rough patch of my pms cycle. feelings have also calmed down with my loved ones. as i can be more relaxed as my anxiety level feels like it's at it's all time low.
10	highly effective	i started taking premarin after having a complete hysterectomy for ovarian cancer. fat first, it took about a week to start feeling any effects on the severe hot flashes that i was feeling after being put into instant menopause. but gradually the dug started working and now my hot flashes and mood swings are practically non-existent.
8	highly effective	treatment was very effective, effects started to be noticeable after 3 weeks. after 3 months skin had cleared and as additional benefits, hair and skin were much less oily (no longer needed to wash hair daily as it was not so oily any more. pores shrunk and much less visible.
2	ineffective	none, i was unable to take  the drug to achieve the benefits as i had a reaction.
8	considerably effective	i did not see any significant benefits for treating the histamine reaction- which was due to a bug bite and subsequent allergic response.  sensations and symptoms included inflammation, redness, swelling to the point of limited mobility (bite was on hand) and itching, which the did not effectively treat; however, the appeared to help with the seasonal allergies related to hay fever.  for the topical condition, diphenhydramine was preferred.
3	ineffective	initially effective perhaps but doctors loath to discontinue after symptoms disappeared
8	considerably effective	reduced bad boils and acne on the skin surface
8	considerably effective	i had a nervous breakdown suddenly and unexpectedly.  after 1 week in the psych ward, i was prescribed 2 medications that i soon realized didnt help.  over the course of 1 year, i tried many different combinations of anti depressants which didnt work.  not until i tried both wellbutrin and together did i start recovering from my breakdown.  about 1 1/2 years ago i discontinued the and i've only used the wellbutrin since it helps me maintain my health.
3	highly effective	it was completely effective against pregnancy.one other good effect was my periods became very regular.
4	highly effective	first days after surgery were a blur.  there was considerable swelling post surgery, and the drug helped me to ignore the way i looked.
8	considerably effective	the first week it did help supress my cravings, but my felt hungry. as soon as i did eat, i would realize how hungry i really was. i lost 4 lbs in my first week. second week, no hunger pains and still no cravings. im on my third week and i've lost 7 lbs.
10	highly effective	ritalin has saved my life from lethargy and procrastination   i can now focus and be productive.  i am participating in life now ... i wish i would have discovered this sooner.  but later is better than never, i am very grateful this drug exists.  it is not an amphetamine (which is good because i could get addicted to speed too easily), this does not amp me up, it makes me calm and inspired and focused, a huge change in my life.  i am actually enjoying being alive (which is saying a lot compared to where i was at before taking ritalin)
4	highly effective	it was 100% effective as contraception, the mayor benefit is not having to remember to take the pill every day and that it has only one form of hormone  which is important for woman over 35, especially smokers.
4	highly effective	the medicine mtx  was effective for fifteen years. weekly dose of enbrel is quiet effective. as son as i tke mtx 2 days after the enbrel injection i am having severe swelling on my knee joints. others remains normal.
10	highly effective	i had the drug initally offered to me by my dermatologist in sample tube years ago.  i found it very effective, despite only dabbing on the smallest amount due to only having small sample tube.  yet despite quick clear-ups...i would occasionally have recurrences under my nose with the rash.  i have struggled with this rash for over 20 years.  with the last outbreak, while having minimal amounts left in the sample tube, i went in to my dermatologist and got a full prescription in about june of 2009.  not only was i able to use a bit more in application this time, but it obviously was not an expired product.  i found the long-term rash hsf completely cleared up within less than a week.  while this was not new to me with this product, the fact that i have had no recurrence whatsoever in over four months is the great news.
10	highly effective	during the ten years i've been taking acyclovir, i have experienced zero outbreaks, compared to almost continuous outbreaks prior to taking this drug. i occasionally have the that precedes an outbreak, and have on two or three occasions taken an extra dose per day when i experience that symptom.
10	highly effective	relief from burning associated with reflux
4	highly effective	no mood swings, easy birth control method..it was very convenient not having to take a pill everyday.
5	considerably effective	when i took zyrtec on a daily basis, my allergy symptoms were reduced.  i didnt appear to have the headaches (band around my head) as often nor did i have the pain in the ears associated with this band quite so frequently, my nose was not quite so 'runny' or itchy.  i found my nose clearer during the daytime and i had less 'sniffles' as compared to days when i did not take the zyrtec at all.  overall, it improved my symptoms notably.
8	highly effective	extremely effective in reducing anxiety and depression. makes you less self-conscious and able to go outside for walks, pass crowded patios without having to cross over to the other side of the street because you are afraid of being watched. highly effective in reducing irritability and increasing patience. a lot less side effects than other anti-depressants. you do not feel drowsy or drugged. neither do you get any stomach upsets.
2	ineffective	i felt ok for about two days when first starting the treatment, then the lovely side effects began to set in
1	ineffective	i took celexa for approximately 6 months and i found it to be totally ineffective. this was not surprising considering i have taken several other psychotropic (ssri's) drugs, with the same ineffectiveness. im finally thinking maybe i don't have a serotonin deficiency, and maybe there are other issues. going back to dr. to see if there may be another course of action.
8	considerably effective	there has been a noticeable reduction in acne. overall my skin is much smoother. i have sensitive skin and rosacea. it has not exasperated my rosacea like other tretinoin treatments have. i have been very happy with it. it's the best drug i've used for acne so far.
9	highly effective	about two years ago lexapro had totally stopped working and i was trying many different drugs from   cymbalta, none of which worked. after a few days on i experienced the worst panic attack ever. i thought the end was near. i had had them in the past, but nothing like this. it probably lasted only about 5 minutes but seemed an eternity. the rest of that particular day i was completely exhausted. that was a sunday and the following day my family doctor stopped all my meds and switched me over to clonazepam and zoloft. it's been a year now and i haven't felt this well in a long time. minimal side effects.
1	ineffective	i started with headaches on the 9th day of taking the medication. i eventually needed 2 yrs of spinal taps to reduce the fluid build on in my spinal cord which was putty pressure on my brain.
2	marginally effective	none... did not make my periods any lighter
10	highly effective	prevented unwanted pregnancy.  regular menstrual cycles.
5	moderately effective	i felt like i could handle my work and relationship stress better.
5	highly effective	stopped paranoid delusions
9	highly effective	gradual improvement of mood.  reasonable results over the years, but not stable.  too afraid to try others.
9	considerably effective	reduced severity of hot flashes, decreased vaginal dryness
8	considerably effective	able to function and have a productive life. if i am very tired the medication is not effective.
1	marginally effective	little, if any.
3	considerably effective	it easily cured my asthma, i rarely use my inhalers and nebulizer.... no more wheezing sounds and decreased my asthma attacks..
10	highly effective	lower blood pressure
2	highly effective	started feeling better very quickly.
3	highly effective	my skin was flawless and i had a very youthful glow. my acne went away completely. my breasts were much fuller and my body looked more curvy and feminine, even though i worked out daily and didnt change my eating habits.
8	considerably effective	it initially worked great to eliminate my heart burn.  but it is now requiring 2 doses per day.  i take the 2nd pill not for burn but for congestion that builds up in my throat.
8	marginally effective	i'm using tretinoin to reduce the wrinkles around my eyes. so far i am happy with it- although even as an anti wrinkle treatment improves my skin- i continue to age- so it's an uphill battle. i do my best to take care of myself and had heard that this might help battle the little signs of age on my face. so far im pretty happy- nothing drastic, but hopefully continued use will help me to age gracefully and not drastically.
6	highly effective	prevention of pregnancy, lighter periods
10	highly effective	reduction or resolution of symptoms related to histamine release- variously sneezing, watery eyes, allergic rhinitis, wheeze (inhaled allergens), oral itching, severe abdominal cramping and diarrhoea ( ingested allergens ). i suffer from pollen allergy which has led to severe food allergies particularly to nuts. zyrtec works quickly within 15-30 minutes and causes no increased drowsiness, probably decreases it. ( the allergy itself makes one quite tired ).
8	considerably effective	significant reduction in perseveration; increased flexibility; reduction in obsessions such as the weather leading to ability to cope better with daily events, unexpected changes, disappointments etc.and increased ability to interact more appropriately socially
9	highly effective	reduced inflammation and acne lesions reduced inflammation and acne lesions reduced inflammation and acne lesions reduced inflammation and acne lesions reduced inflammation and acne lesions reduced inflammation and acne lesions reduced inflammation and acne lesions reduced inflammation and acne lesions
10	highly effective	lower  lower blood pressure. no headaches felt good.  i dont know what else you want it is a good med. no problems at all
10	considerably effective	i was growing facial hair in a classic beard pattern.  not heavy, but more was coming in.  doc took a look at my testosterone levels and said they were too high. he told me to quit taking any dhea and to take in the morning and in the evening before bed. i didnt know that would counteract testosterone, but it does.  new facial hair quit coming in and there has been lessening of facial hair that was already there.
8	considerably effective	reduced anxiety, less irritability, moods.
1	considerably effective	prevented pregnancy as it is a form of contraceptive but unfortunately it takes away your libido and sex drive
8	highly effective	fell asleep quickly, slept 7 hrs., woke up without hangover
9	considerably effective	able to cope more successfully during panic attacks and acute anxiety episodes. able to sleep better at night (get to sleep).
10	highly effective	occasionally, my rosacea would come out on my nose and sometimes result in huge, painful pimples which also made my entire nose red and swollen. this started occurring bi-weekly for the past year or so. i started using and haven't had an incident since!
6	considerably effective	the flare ups of fibromyalgia seemed to subside considerably. i was able to actually get out of bed during the day. i still, however, have bouts of pain; especially if i try to reduce the amount i take during the day.
2	ineffective	i didnt realize any benefits since the medication is preventative and needed to be taken over time to prevent osteoporosis. i had experienced some bone density issued related to  long term use of prednisone or a period of years.
8	considerably effective	for seasonal allergies, i would highly recommend zyrtec.  i have had allergy shots to no avail, and have suffered from seasonal allergies my whole life.  while the side effects that i experienced were annoying, they did not negate the benefits of taking the medicine. it made all of my allergy symptoms disappear (itchy eyes, hay fever  nasal congestion etc)  the side effects were extreme cotton mouth, and i mean extreme. it also very much interrupted a restful night sleep.  however, as annoying as these are, it was worth it to have the affect of the drug itself in dealing with seasonal allergies.
4	marginally effective	when i first started, i slowly made my way up to   after the first two months, i noticed a difference.  not a huge difference, but it was big enough for my family to notice.  it seemed to me though, after time, that my body got immune to the medication and i seemed to be back to the manic stages again.  i have been on tons of anti-depression medications that are prescribed for depression and bipolar disorder and it seems to my doctors/psychiatrists that my body just gets immune to them.
8	considerably effective	the chest pain went away almost immediately. i rarely had heartburn even when i ate spicy foods. even though i still may have heartburn occasionally, the tightness of my chest and the frequent indigestion has almost completely disappeared. before i had indigestion at random times during the day, which would cause unexpected chest pains.
2	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	amazing! i take nothing but this dot and add a dab of progesterone cream (natural) and vitamins. i have never felt better!
3	ineffective	no benefits that i can see.  my doctor said it was not useful to do another bone scan to see if there had been a change in a year so i have no idea if there was any benefit.  i have been experiencing fairly severe leg pains for the past year and could not find out what they were from.  did numerous tests, no results.  then i saw on the insert that side effects could be muscle, bone or joint pain and when i read a comment on here describing dull aching in one leg in particular radiating down from the hip and below the knee. i thought...that is me!!!  so i am stopping this drug and waiting to see what happens with the new aches and pains.  maybe it is this drug.  i hope so.
2	ineffective	the iv form was effective in removing excess fluid. the oral form did not.
5	highly effective	it effectively prevented a pregnancy. and periods stopped immediately with rare and light spotting.
8	considerably effective	"tramadol decreases the severity of pain associated with neck movement. it is not an opiate however it does provide pain relief (for me) along the lines of a mild narcotic without the ""euphoric"" or mind numbing effects. it allows me greater latitude of neck movement. it is very evident to me when the medication is wearing off as i can no longer turn my neck more than approximately 25 degrees. this drug has been a lifesaver for me and can sometimes even head off my milder migraines."
6	considerably effective	benefits to taking lipitor was that it helped reduce my total cholesterol numbers.  while that was a positive, the side-effects began to make me question the overall reduction in cholesterol numbers.
5	moderately effective	the first two days i took this drug the pain went away.  then, the effectiveness declined rapidly.  i called my doctor and she increased the dosage to every 6 hours.  this helped for about two days, and then it was back to being ineffective.  i think this is a rather weak way to manage daily pain associated with ic.
9	considerably effective	"taking this medication twice a day has kept my blood pressure within the ""normal"" range; even though i am over-weight. i do exercise everyday, although very minimally. i think it is just the medication that is keeping my pressure so low."
8	highly effective	my infection cleared up almost before the dosage was done. has not come back.
6	moderately effective	reduce high blood pressure.  patient is now receiving good cholesterol readings.  having to take this drug has encouraged the patient to improve on their diet.  they have cut down on fat, salt and sweets.  because of this his health has improved tremendously.
9	considerably effective	"i was experiencing significant, rapid hair loss along the temples and top of the scalp (just behind hairline). my crown was relatively unaffected.crown: the same, maybe better top of scalp: exceptional. considerable regrowth, hair came back thicker.hairline/temples: considerable re-growth. not back to ""normal"", but still very impressive. propecia has shown the most benefit in clinical studies + real world practice in the crown area.its benefits are less pronounced as it nears the hairline. this has been my experience.hair loss stopped within 6 months,significant re-growth @ 9 months. re-growth continued thru 18 months, then has pretty much slowed down / stopped.i have 3 close friends who also take it, all have had excellent.  results.                     for all who take propecia, wait a full year before making a decision to discontinue."
8	moderately effective	in the beginning of my treatment for type 2 diabetes, i found the benefits of glucophage or metformin for me to be two-fold.  number one, metformin did seem to lower my blood sugar over a short amount of time in the beginning.  number two, as a medication i found necessary in my life, i have found it fairly inexpensive to purchase as a generic drug.
1	marginally effective	i only noticed a very small benefit from taking cymbalta for my muscle pain.
10	highly effective	i used to break out with shingles and started taking the drug and the outbreaks stopped. after a year, i stopped taking it and whenever i feel like im getting an outbreak, i take the drug for a few days and it goes away.  i barely get outbreaks anymore.
10	highly effective	helped lower  blood pressure more then just using previous medications.
5	ineffective	the benefit that was hoped for was a of the skins on my hands.  apparently my dermatologist had used this treatment on a number of patients and had received a good success rate.  i did not see any benefits over the time i used the product (3 months) but was advised that i needed to continue treatment.
9	highly effective	cleared up the infection.  i had been on a less effective antibiotic a week earlier, which had not worked.
9	considerably effective	reduced acid in the stomach and heartburn symptoms associated with acid.
10	highly effective	my total cholesterol level dropped from 282 to 150. the niaspan dropped my triglyceride level about 30 points!
6	considerably effective	this cream preparation worked well, but over the years i noticed it was less effective.  i have used it very sparingly but i no linger use it on my hands becaue it causes seems to worsen the condition of the skin to split the skin in inflamed areas after application.  i use weaker hydrocortisone cream on my hands as a last resort.  luckily that cream is just enough to offer some relief.
1	moderately effective	the side effects put me in hospital and not able to work for weeks.  the gum infection cleared up but this took second place to the concerns during hospitalisation.  i did not bounce back to my usual good health after.
10	highly effective	induces a pleasant intense relaxation. fall asleep easily but not feel super doped up or hungover in the morning. prevents laboriously resetting body clock after an all night binge.
9	highly effective	quick decrease in amount of acne; improved skin texture. overall, the action of the drug was quite quick and effective, and my acne was resolved within the first 2 months of treatment
2	marginally effective	the product was supposed to control heartburn, but had very little affect, even after 14 days of use.
4	moderately effective	decreased smoking and the desire to smoke somewhat,  could not get any buzz off of nicotine
7	considerably effective	reduction of itching which was caused by seasonal allergies.  itching was primarily on skin around elbows and also sinus congestion.
2	ineffective	my cholesterol levels were very high.  te plan was to take lipitor for one month and then see if the levels were lower. no benefits were identified because i could not take take  the medicine long enough to get a second  cholesterol test to measure for measuring any decrease in my cholesterol levels.  after having side effects, i did try to lower the dosage to 10m by cutting the pills in half, but still felt the bad effects.
5	highly effective	well, i had no babies. also, skin was a bit clearer and breasts got about half a cup bigger (but that came with the rest of my body getting bigger, too).
10	highly effective	the benefits of using minoxidil was the halting of dht buildup in the scalp around hair follicles. it also improved circulation to the scalp. this encouraged the recovery of thinning hair to become thicker and fuller. this halted hair loss and restored hair to cover up signs of male pattern baldness.
1	ineffective	none.  i was told it would take 6 weeks for the medicine to accumulate and become completely effective.  it did not produce any results that were apparent.  not in inflammation reduction or in pain reduction due to the inflammation were any results ascertainable.  i suffered while waiting for this medication to do anything.  further, you are told to consume food to protect the lining of your stomach from this medication.  not always something you want to do when you are experiencing a lot of pain because pain can make you feel like vomiting.
8	considerably effective	less tired, less sleepy, more motivated for working and daily chores. much less of headaches and worked better when i had ones.naproxen 500 mg relieved the arm pain for 7 hours.
9	considerably effective	after 12 years of living with anxiety problems i discovered clonazepam and now this is my emergency pill. fast effects which relaxes me quickly.
1	ineffective	there were no benefits. i was repeatedly told it wasn't working because i just t been on it long enough and my dosage wasn't high enough. it did not help the depression at all and it was expensive.
9	highly effective	very heavy smoker.  was able to reduce smoking to half pack per day in the run up to totally quitting.  then was able to quit.
10	highly effective	complete relief from pain with one 100 mg tablet. alleviated the sensitivity to light, noise and nausea. symptoms would abate in one to two hours.
8	considerably effective	my heartburn greatly reduced and i could sleep at night so the gerd was successfully addressed.
10	highly effective	my doctor has this combined with and i feel wonderful.  i have taken paxil, lexapro and a few others since i was about 12.  i would def. say that this drug combination has worked the best.  the first two weeks i experienced withdrawals from my other med(lexapro) but after that, i am great and back to new :)
10	highly effective	treatment benefits include clear, glowing skin, regular menstrual cycles, and reliable birth control.
10	highly effective	the prickly heat would be cleared up over night. the itch would disappear within a few hours the bumps would loose all redness but would remain slightly raised for a couple of days
10	highly effective	no more heartburn, was able to eat without experiencing any further heartburn or reflux. will take the product as a long term solution to acid reflux
10	highly effective	differin has practically eliminated my acne.  i also used it on my forehead, where i have brown spots from a college-days sunburn (appx 10 years ago).  the spots have clearly faded, though are not completely gone.
9	considerably effective	my father became extremely depressed following his mild stroke. about 2 weeks after we increased the dose from 10  there was a significant change in his attitude and he embraced life again.
5	considerably effective	it did help alleviate the depression
4	marginally effective	eased my anxiety, helped me start going to work more.
5	considerably effective	it was very good in controlling the panic attacks. before taking it i was even unable to drive my car down the road without having a panic attack. i worked liked magic from the very first dose. i could resume to being close to feeling like a normal person again.  it worked well for panic attack prevention.
9	highly effective	my acne has definitely cleared up and my period is so much better and lighter. unlike all the other adds i had absolutely no bleed through.
1	ineffective	none.  vicodin is a narcotic for severe pain. i was prescribed it after weeks of physical therapy and did not reduce the pain in my shoulder and neck following a ski crash.
9	considerably effective	the sores disappeared much sooner than with regular treatments (acyclovir) and the pain disappeared the next day.
1	marginally effective	well it was supposed to stop my painful periods from my endometriosis and its supposed to stop my endometriosis from growing.
10	highly effective	i sometimes get hives or sinus type allergies.  when i take this anti-histamine i notice that it works quickly and is very effective for hours.  i never get sleepy like i do with most other over the counter anti-histamines.
4	marginally effective	decreased nausea, dizziness when standing, pins and needles sensation. eyes and skin less sensitive to sunlight.
5	marginally effective	i did see improvement in numbness and tingling in upper extremities. helps marginally for sleep.
5	moderately effective	when i first began taking the ritalin, i noticed a dramatic effect on my mood.  i felt wonderful!  i was energetic and positive and i felt that i could handle anything that came my way.  i don't want to sound as though i felt euphoric or manic - i just felt really good about life.  however, after only a few days, that sense of confident well-being drained away.
1	ineffective	it was not good,had to dismiss previous primary doctor&ortopedic surgeon as my best interests were not of thier concern,i now have a new primary doctor&orthopedic surgeon as both knew about fractured clavicle/shouder ripped,i now am faced with some life changing decisions with a mind,would like to warn about some doctors that address,medi cal&medicare patients
9	highly effective	my anxiety when driving was lowered.
6	highly effective	the benefits were that the infection was eliminated  the infection had apparently grown over a period of several months and then reached a point that it suddenly was acute  i say it grew slowly over several months because my abdominal area, even as far up as including my waist, had grown from about 30 inches to about 33 inches and i required clothing two sizes larger. i had become more and more weak but thought that it was my age (even though up until a few months before the swelling started i was still hiking up to 10 or 11 miles a day in the andes in chili or in the canadian rockies. weakness had suddenly become so acute that it was causing my heart to labor so much that radio-active dye x-rays were taken of my heart. my abdomen had a sonogram to see if i had ovarian cancer.
1	ineffective	none!!!!!
10	highly effective	shortened time span of cold sore. sometimes alleviating symptoms entirely.
1	moderately effective	while on the drug i did not have any large, red acne lesions.
7	considerably effective	"i felt reduced anxiety and compulsions;  less need for perfection;  better able to live with ""good enough""; less stress and happier; no more depression."
8	highly effective	it cleared up the sinus infection within 2 days.
4	moderately effective	when i have flareups of pain, taking the with the and a good nights sleep would leave me pain free in the morning.
9	considerably effective	"lunesta allowed me to have a restful nights sleep, every night, even sleeping through ""hot flashes.""  in combination with cutting out tv at least one hour before bed, a hot bath, and occassionally medication - i had a sound sleep and awoke rested and revived."
8	considerably effective	reduced bleeding and inflamation initially, then less bloating, diarrhea and nausea.
6	moderately effective	temporary relief of reflux symptoms, but severe breakthroughs occasionally still happen.  have been taking the med for over 4 years but without taking it the symptoms are definitely worse.  the symptoms were, lump in throat, hoarseness, painful speaking, burning throat, burping, fluids coming back into mouth, pain in the center of the chest.
9	considerably effective	you do not have to take this medicine with food and there is a much lower risk oh gi upset like you may experience with other antibiotics.
1	marginally effective	for the first two months it seemed to help, even though the first night on it was the scariest feeling ever. it made me motivated for those two months..
6	considerably effective	relieved some of the itching
5	marginally effective	definitely lifted mood. helped me feel full and able to turn down unhealthy snacks.  helped me eat reasonable portions.
10	considerably effective	yes very beneficial, although i will discontinue using the cream on face every night and maybe use every other night, until my skin adjusts. i also use the cream on the back of my hands and decollete area, love the results! i can see a huge difference in my hands already (probably about 1 month of consistant use) i have a few small sun spots that have lightened significantly, the skin on the back of my hands appears less elephant like ( tough, rough, wrinkling skin) and now appear more smooth, radiant and even toned.my decollete area has also seen great improvement  again more even toned, smooth, i have not seen a great deal of tightening, but i am very happy with the results thus far--- about 1 month of consistant use.
1	moderately effective	i felt alive again, starting to go out more, spent time doing things i enjoyed had energy to go to the gym for the first time in my life
6	considerably effective	the benefits were the prevention of seizures following brain surgery
9	considerably effective	helped me stop smoking.  i have tried to quit cold before and used other treatments, like laser and hypnosis.  neither worked as well as chantix.  for the first time i was able to not have an urge to smoke.  i could see people around me smoking and it didnt cause me to want a cigarette
1	marginally effective	helped somewhat in minimizing the cravings and anxiety while taking it but still required substantial will power to quit.  considering the absolute hell i went through to quit i will probably never go back to smoking.
3	marginally effective	symptoms were relieved quickly - within of taking first dose.
8	considerably effective	acne improved within 2 weeks and skin considerably less oily within 1 week.
10	considerably effective	i began taking the drug to control my bulimia, which was the main symptom of my depression.  it also helped me stop smoking.
9	highly effective	i had suffered from feeling tired all the time and my hair and skin seemed to be dull and dry.  i noticed a remarkable change in my energy level within just a short time ( 7-10 days).  also the condition of my hair and skin seemed to improve.
10	highly effective	the child, who was 3 at a time had huge eczema spots on both arms and legs. no other treatment worked before we started  with it the spots cleared very soon after starting treatment.
8	considerably effective	"genotropin-aids in sleep cycle and helps counter the sagging skin & loss of muscle tone lost w/ this illness due to inactivity(see explain. below) also provides overall systemic support (deep sleep & activity stimulate release of hgh; both of which i've lost ability to do). other p.m. meds address various stages of sleep; clonoapem=stage 1 or quieting down mind & helps me get deep sleep of which i was totally deprived (when hgh is suppose to be released) of as revealed in sleep study. i now actually fall asleep for more than 2 hr stretches (3-4 hrs now) and can get back to sleep (still need to refine regiment so i can get a normal nights sleep-of greatest importance for healing process). detrol la calms the hypersensitivity of the bladder was getting up 4-8 times each night to relieve very small amounts of urine (whole nervous system stuck in over stimulated state) gabapentin is a miracle for restless legs. a.m. meds. adderall-some relief from ""brain fog""(typical w/ illness) but find it helps keep my blood sugar level more stable and don't reach for as many ""sugar fixes"" (always suffered from hypoglycemia but more severe w/ me/cfs) which results in 20+ lb. weight gain due to inability to be active(another time hgh is released)(post exertional malaise is cornerstone of illness i.e. any exertion beyond minimal causes greater level of illness-leaves me bedridden/sofa-bound for days-weeks-months @ a time) levothyroxine(spell?)is for s disease (form of  wellbutrin (now budipropion[spell?]keeps physiological depression at bay. that's all i can think of for now:("
8	considerably effective	i used this drug as an alternative to retin a. in that regards it worked admirably.  retin a users have a period of almost 3 months where there skin (usually face) is tremendously red.  has little of this.  i only would only get this about every 7 days or so and was cured easily with hydrocortisone.
10	highly effective	when i began treatment with enbrel i had moderately severe rheumatoid arthritis with numerous inflamed joints and deformities in small joints of hands and feet. i have been in remission for more than 2 years - no swollen joints, no progression of or new deformities and no morning fatigue.
1	marginally effective	none
8	moderately effective	the treatment benefits from taking 300 milligrams of bayer aspirin for headache pain were decreased pain. the positive effects for diminishing the pain were noticed in about half an hour to a full hour or so. the headache pain was nearly and sometimes even completely relieved with the bayer. but, after a few hours or so, the pain would come back and i would have to take more of the drug.
10	highly effective	i has severe to the cheeks, top of nose, chin and forehead. dark spots where reduced to almost nothing!
4	moderately effective	helped relieve anxiety
2	considerably effective	it appeared to attack infection quickly.
2	ineffective	well, there were no benefits cuz it didnt even work for 4 hours after taking it. i was at school and during the lunch break, i took 1 pill. no response. then after lunch i took another. then i started getting sick, i had to leave class a few times because i i was gonna puke. my mom picked me up and the pain would come and go and come and go consistantly. when i got home, after about an hour thirty, i felt completely better
10	highly effective	normally takes away a headache with an hour when absolutely nothing else will work.
10	highly effective	hot flashes were totally diminished.
10	highly effective	my acne went away. i had horrible cystic acne and it finally went away. it took a bit, but thats fine.
10	highly effective	in low doses, this drug does exactly what it says it does - reduces symptons of anxiety.  it is especially helpful for very anxiety-producing situations such as speaking in front of groups, flying, and going into crowded places.  the drug produces a feeling of being more relaxed, and in extremely high anxiety situations (flying), if i take the full dose of .5 mg, it will sleep and wake up with no residual effects.
6	moderately effective	i was able to get rid of a nasty sinus infection that had been bothering me for over a week
8	considerably effective	considerably reduced dry eye and the uncomfortable itchiness that comes with dry eye.  eye doctor felt the dry eye was 80% better within 30 days.
8	moderately effective	the benefits of taking this medication have been that my blood pressure is kept in a safe range.  i did not experience any negative side effects from taking this medication.  the medication came in the form of a small white pill that is easy to swallow.  i would recommend this medication for regulating blood pressure.
1	ineffective	the treatment benefits were out of the window as i was prescribed to take diazepam whilst taking zyban, zyban advises you not to take diazepam for instance as one of the contraindicated drugs.
10	highly effective	(clonidine)it assisted in lowering my blood pressure by causing me to have a more voluminous (not more frequent)urination,when urged.also,it aided in- depressing my agonizing hot flashes.they came at sequential intervals at time of menses and would last in that manner until completion of menses.thereafter,they were daily.
1	moderately effective	the benefits were to alleviate menopausal symptoms.  it did a very good job at that.
10	highly effective	completely controlled swelling.
10	highly effective	i have had a mild case of blackheads and pimples since i was a child.  lifelong problem with breakouts and acute problem with rosacea was basically cured, or should i say controlled.  i must continue taking the drug to continue benefits.  if i stop, symptoms reoccur within 4-6 weeks.
6	highly effective	elocon is definitely a very effective drug for treating dermatitis.  it clears up the condition in 4 or 5 days.  see next for side effects.
1	ineffective	i did not take the drug long enough to see any substantial beneficial effects
8	considerably effective	decreased meal size, felt more satisfied when i ate and felt fuller quicker. didnt get hunger urges as often and started to loose weight as decreased my calorie intake
10	highly effective	i only have mild acne but my skin improved even from that and i noticed more even, bright skin as i continued to use the product.  my skin also felt smoother and softer over time.
7	moderately effective	texture of the skin has improved a lot by regularly going for peel sessions and by using the prescribed drugs which has to be used through out the treatment period.
1	ineffective	this drug did nothing for my acne condition. i had taken other antibiotics before - tetracycline and erythromycin with varying degrees of success.
3	moderately effective	initially, i was started on niaspan 500 milligrams two times a day to lower my triglycerides   my level was over two thousand.  after three months, i went back to my primary care physician for follow-up blood work to check how i am responding to the treatment.  my levels improved significantly but was not within normal limits. my triglyceride level was 503.
4	marginally effective	marginal increase in bone density, however i stopped using it before maximum benefit could be acheived due to adverse side affects.
8	highly effective	the medicine worked very well in treating my sinus infection. after just two days of taking it i felt a significant improvement. after 10 days, my sinus infection was completely gone.
8	highly effective	the baby was totally cured in 7 days
9	highly effective	yasmin is the fourth birth control pill i've tried and the only one i haven't had to discontinue due to adverse physical and emotional side effects. while on yasmin i experienced no weight gain or moodiness whatsoever. in addition to preventing pregnancy yasmin helped to slightly decrease my anxiety levels without a feeling of mania or malaise as is often accompanied by the use of anti-depressants. the pill also seemed to help with breakouts associated with my monthly cycle.
7	highly effective	i felt alot better about myself and not feeling depressed all of the time. overall i do feel better about myself but i don't like the feeling from the side effects from this medication.
9	highly effective	i could function normally again, after 6 weeks sick leave, i had a kind of a burn-out.
9	considerably effective	smoother skin and even skin color are the most notable benefits. with continued use, i also noticed a greater firmness to my skin.
8	considerably effective	the benefits i saw from retin-a were considerable compared to non prescription skin care. the fine lines especially around my eyes and cheeks diminished and were not as deep. my entire skin tone looked younger, more even toned and my large pores were much less noticeable and more refined. my skin looked much healthier and it looked more soft focus. it took a few months to notice a measurable difference.
10	highly effective	patient complaints prior to drug were menopause related. inability to sleep, hot flashes, night sweats, lack of concentration (which may have been intensified by lack of sleep), loss of elasticity in the skin. although the use of the patch has not helped improve my skin (i didnt expect it to) almost immediately sleep was restored, night sweats stopped, and concentration ability returned, although not as completely as pre-menopause.
7	considerably effective	i was able to hold and wait to use restroom and urges were less frequent.
10	highly effective	well, it made me relaxed during the day, and sometimes be able to be calm. it helped my headaches a lot. i would rate it as a 9 or 10. i would recommend this drug definately!
9	considerably effective	complete calming effect very quickly,stops the vicious cycle from physical symptoms back to thoughts in the mind that start it all over again excellent drug and highly recommended for me it made my impossible life possible again but give your body time to adjust to the drug.
8	highly effective	affording daily movement and ability to continue to perform daily household duties, employment, and still afford me ability to enjoy activities with husband and grandchildren.
10	highly effective	synthroid replaces the thyroid hormones not manufactured by the body. when proper levels are achieved, the endocrine system operates as it should. important to note that generic versions can not be substituted if patient is currently treated with name brand. start on generic, stay on generic. start on synthroid, stay on synthroid. this is common knowledge among endocrinologists and pharmacists, but your insurance company may interfere.
7	considerably effective	differin made my skin less oily and shiney and had a very small effect on my large pore size
10	highly effective	after the first month it definitely improved my mood and my level of energy.i became more productive at work and my overall mental health improved.it also helps a lot with my pre menstrual syndrome anxiety.
10	highly effective	the medication stops the pain and puts an end to the condition if taken soon enough
8	considerably effective	i've been taking for a little over a week. this med suppresses my appetite so much that i have to remind myself to eat and have absolutely no desire for food if i don't eat. i can already tell that i've lost inches and pounds, but i haven't been on the scale to see exactly how much yet. i have only been exercising moderately, although the feeling of energy is incredible and makes me get up and do everything!!! my doctor was cautious in giving to me because of my high blood pressure, but fortunately my bp meds have my condition well under control, so i just keep track of my daily reading to ensure there are no spikes. i feel like this really works so far!
9	considerably effective	it reduced 90% the swelling in the face over 2 days. on the 3rd morning, i did not take prednisolone but went back to see the doctor as i was afraid of side effects. the doctor agreed that it was ok to stop taking the medication.
10	highly effective	bio estrogen is the only prescription med i take. im in good health other than some pesky osteoarthritis in my finger joints and hips.  i eat pretty well and keep my weight within a healthy norm (fluctuates about 10 lbs over a year back and forth depending on how hard i try). had good blood test results about a year ago - low blood pressure, everything within the normal range for my age.
1	ineffective	well, in a technical sense it helped with the bipolar disorder, but the side effects were terrible enough that i could not continue with the medication.
9	highly effective	acanya gel treated cystic acne, blackheads, whiteheads, and any inflamed acne on my face. the water-based/fragrance-free gel did not cause ant stinging or burning.within in a month, my face is completely clear of all acne. scars have also faded and smoothed out.
4	highly effective	to treat add.  to sudden impulsive behavior   to help me focus on things that i had to do.  to help me retain information that i was studying in school.  to help me stop putting things off that were important for me to finish.  to help improve my relationships.
5	highly effective	convenience, skin cleared up, effective birth control
2	considerably effective	phenergan was given to combat nausea due to chemotherapy. was given one pill in the er to try and stop vomiting. it did ease the nausea a bit.
10	highly effective	"i allowed my wrist pain to continue untreated by a physician for a month. with a brace and this medication it is improving. the greatest gift was that my chronic lower back pain has virtually disappeared!i have lived with constant low to medium grade pain (depending on activity level) for years, and something takes that away...me body hasn't felt this ""at ease"" in years!i only pray that when my wrist is better and i insist on going to half strength, it will continue to ease my back pain."
7	highly effective	dying follicles were reactivated and enlarged so large terminal hairs grew. vellus hairs were shed and replaced with strong hairs. hair thickened substantially
6	highly effective	i had to wait quite a few month before had started to work but by the end of the treatment my skin was like a babies. not oily at all even my pores shrank and there was no acne on my face. the down side was that after not taking the medicine any more after a couple of month with great skin the acne has started to come back.
8	considerably effective	"although topamax is an anti-epileptic, which is more commonly prescribed for the treatment of migraines ..it had a substantial benefit to my ocd symptoms.  it significantly reduced my desire (or calling) to repeat (recheck, recount, retouch) items, which was a huge issue for me.  in the past, it would take me hours to complete the most mundane tasks, but with the topamax, i can more easily ""let go"" of certain rituals and walk away feeling ""complete"" without having to repeat them countless times..."
8	considerably effective	made my panic attacks less frequent and less intense. sometimes felt happy for no reason, in a good way, which helped alleviate some of my anxiety and stopped my worrying so much.
8	highly effective	this birth control pills helps your skin if u are someone who breaks out often
8	considerably effective	the has reduced the tendonitis pain enough to allow me to continue my work waitressing.
10	highly effective	the drug worked usually by the second dose.  my daughter was up and around and feeling better immediatley it seemed.  it had no side effects that she ever had.  she could either take it on a full or empty one.
5	ineffective	i have not noticed any benefits so far.  my weight has remained the same.  the depression has not gotten noticeably better, and fatigue continues to be a problem.
10	highly effective	no more painful debilitating monthly cycles, complete with life destroying rollercoaster like mood swings.  seems to work great for people with these particular problems (my sister has amenorrhea and had a horrible reaction, the never ending monthly cycle).  for me its life altering.  i actually kept a job for 8 years instead of two months.  i can not imaging my life without taking the depot injection.  i only wish i could learn more about why this balance of hormones actually helped with what seemed to be a debilitating mental disorder, and could slight alterations help with my depression (which i had well before i ever took this drug)
10	highly effective	the pill worked very well with my body. it didnt have any side effects on me like some other birth contraception pills
1	ineffective	none
8	moderately effective	weight loss was the major benefit of approximately 8-10 pounds.  it also improved my ldl and hdl cholesterol and also triglycerides.  my hemoglobin a1c also improved.  my fasting blood sugar only marginally improved.  pulse and blood pressure stayed the same.
8	highly effective	reduced pain always, except when severe spasms occured.
10	highly effective	i had increased stamina, anemia went away, heavy menses improved from anemia being treated.  my hair grew thicker as much of it had fallen out.  my dry skin was much improved.  i had a huge improvement in clarity of thought.  my tongue seemed previously swollen and i could enunciate much more effectively.
10	highly effective	ability to stay awake, focus, do daily household chores, run needed errands & helped my organizational skills as far as bills
1	highly effective	respiratory symptoms markedly improved
5	moderately effective	helped relax muscles in face, thereby relieving tmj and reducing pain.
8	considerably effective	taking the provigil has allowed me to keep working fulltime; otherwise i wouldn't be able to function well due to the extreme constant fatigue i experience related to ms. my neurologist suggested i try this.  it has helped considerably during the daytime with my concentration level and also has helped me to stay focused.
1	ineffective	i would have rather endured the flu. this was an experience like no other for me. i was out of work and unable to care for my child. not recommended unless life threatening illness.
6	considerably effective	was taking this drug for herpes suppression.  it is recommended by some to take an antiviral for one year after the initial outbreak so as to have less outbreaks over one's lifetime.  i did get an outbreak while on the drug, however it was during a very stressful time so that is understandable.  also, it is nice that only one dose is needed per day for most people.
1	ineffective	none apparent
1	ineffective	none at all
8	considerably effective	taking wellbutrin has reduced my depression 8 fold.  i was better able to cope with every day decisions, events that stressed me with out crying or having angry episodes.  my moods have become stabilized since about a month after the start of taking this medicine.
8	highly effective	good considering dosage.  taken many different anti-epileptic drugs over the last accident)lamictal 100% better regarding physical problems (constant headaches etc).  mental side-effects difficult to say considering age!  december 2006, after with no physical epileptic incidents, just regular  i decided to stop topiramate which gave headaches. 6 later lost consciousness  back onto drugs. first,  which i liked. felt no side effects, just felt total relaxation and no epileptic problems. specialist didnt like this total relaxation, changed to lamictal. didnt like it at all at first,many side effects me before arriving at 125 mg had a series of losing consciousness(never convulsions).  now i can say that my mental and physical states have adapted to this lamictal. certainly no constant headache.
10	considerably effective	increased energy; i happened to be without the drug for one week, and felt absolutely terrible - like i was completely knocked down.
1	marginally effective	i was a post cardiac ablation patient with breathing difficulty from reactive airway disease (rads) and a fast heart rate. docs prescribed ativan 1 mg per day to ease breathing. it did help ease feelings of suffocation.
5	moderately effective	the treatment benefits were to heal bacteria from surgery.  i was told to take the pills immediately starting the day after surgery.
10	considerably effective	increased energy, depression gone
6	moderately effective	less noticable fine lines and  skin appeared clearer and smoother. in addition skin appeared plumper. the brown spots would be less noticable as long as i was using the cream consistantly.
10	highly effective	weight loss, increased energy, better outlook on life, decreased anxiety, no longer have panic attacks, no longer feel depressed and in general feel happy and more content with life. my energy level has sky rocketed and my ability to be mentally focused is much better. my tsh went from 6.29 to .6. my t3 and t4 uptake are within the normal ranges.
8	highly effective	i have always tried to lose 20-30 pounds and had no luck.  a friend of mine used (phentermine) and lost 40 pounds in 4 months so i had to try it.  i started taking it last october 08 and by christmas i had to buy all new pants because my other ones were way too big.  total i lost 25 pounds and am now 130. i just started taking it again after being off of it for 3 months because i didnt want to get too addicted which i know you can from this drug, and you also build up an immunity to it, which i also did. overall though, it definitely works to loose weight, my sister-in-law, my best friend, and my sister all took it and my sister lost the least so far(only been on it for 1 month) with 15 pounds.
6	considerably effective	i noticed a significant improvement in my acne.
10	highly effective	although it is essential to take the medication for the full 90 days, after one week i noticed that the skin on my affected foot was looking much better. i had years of tough, thick, dry, flaky skin on my heel and pads under my toes. as each week passed, this condition continued to improve. almost from day one i did not experience any itchy toes or feet. at the end of the 90 days, i could see healthy nails growing up from the cuticle, although it will take several more months for the entire toe-nail on each affected toe to grow long enough that i can cut away the damaged nail.
8	considerably effective	improved mood after trying several other ssri's. had tried prozac and wellbutrin and got no effect from them. i was able to function better. i was not ecstatic, but was functional and less prone to negative thinking.
9	considerably effective	cleared up my acne and brightened my skin overall; slightly reduced fine lines.  aside from acne, it seemed to help my skin in general.  this is by far the best acne treatment i've used.  now i use it for overall skin appearance (not just for acne).
8	considerably effective	i have been on paxil or generics for 9 years after a life-time of panic attacks. my attacks subsided immediately and though they recur every so often the relief has been a godsend. even as a highly-productive and involved person it has been a lifetime of quiet fear that at any moment i would have these horrific feelings of losing my self and being depersonalized out of my body. as a few others have noted, the most common location for instant attacks is while driving. paxil has calmed much of my life-long anxiety. i am a calmer and more socially comfortable person.
7	moderately effective	it seemed to help with the joint inflamation. some swelling of ankles was reduced and i didnt seem as achy  i tried several sample medications first like celebrex but i liked the best. i have not gone off of it since i started to really know if it makes a difference.
9	highly effective	prevention of pregnancy. i used to insert in my vagina the nuvaring and i had my period just in time. i always knew what day my period was coming.
10	highly effective	immediately ameliorated symptoms and extremely efficacious when used prophylactically
10	considerably effective	marked adjustment in level of depression within one month. continued benefits through following years of usage.
8	highly effective	it works great, no asthma symptoms.
5	moderately effective	improved exercise tolerance. stopped coughing up blood. improvement in chest pain.
7	highly effective	drug did take away pain quickly; easy to take, not with muscle relaxers or codeine allergy.
1	marginally effective	4 periods a year
3	moderately effective	i took vicodin for pain in my wrist but i had to stop because it would give me a headache everytime i took it. so i can't really say there were any benefits to it, because it helped with the wrist pain, the headaches were worse.
9	considerably effective	with the topamax alone, and not myself consciously changing any of my dietary habits or exercising, i lost about 10% of my body weight in the first two months of treatment. it was like a tiny switch in my brain was flipped and i just didnt crave gargantuan massive quantities of horrible-for-you food. not that food didnt taste good, or i wasn't hungry, i just filled up really quickly, and nothing seemed any more appealing than anything else. so when you're not just going off whatever looks yummy at that exact second and you actually stop and think about what you're about to eat, you tend to choose something a tad bit healthier and less caloric. combine that with the fact that it would take about half the amount to fill me up, and there you have your weight loss.
10	highly effective	normal level within 6 weeks
4	marginally effective	this medication helped me marginally to focus better and was somewhat more energetic.
7	considerably effective	no headaches and better quality of life  great at treating headaches
10	highly effective	my pain in my head was gone after 5 days of taking this medicine. i feel so much better right now. i would recommend this medicine other than amoxicillin, or any other antibiotic.
9	highly effective	heartburn was usually decreased significantly if not totally
5	marginally effective	i felt a bit calmer and had a little less mania, but it did not help much.
10	highly effective	it lifted my depression without any noticeable side effects which i had experienced with every other anti-depressant i had taken.
2	ineffective	it was supposed to stop the hot flashes that were keeping me awake at night.
10	highly effective	i had become unable to drive any further than 1/2 mile to my job and no further without suffering serious anxiety attacks.  after a little over a week on the medication, i was able to drive in heavy traffic, and basically anywhere i needed to go.  my life has become my own again
10	highly effective	it helped me sleep, which at the time was miraculous.
9	highly effective	effective for falling and staying asleep
7	considerably effective	lamictal balanced moods without making me sluggish or slowing me down. i still have the highs and but they aren't drastically manically high.
7	considerably effective	the benefits of using tretinoin were great. first of all i noticed that my skin started glowing and my acne diminished greatly. but i had to be very patient because the results were not immediate. continued use of the medicine rendered amazing results. my skin is a lot more smoother, healthier, and brighter.
5	highly effective	birth control, more mild and regular menstruation
7	highly effective	the benefits was getting off of drugs.  i go to a methadone clinic and i pay $13 a day and i have for the last seven years.  it helped me get off of s, but i would not recommend staying on it for long..  because methadone is more addictive than pain pills.
3	marginally effective	i three sleep disorders: sleep apnea due to closing up of my throat (anatomical), restless leg syndrome and the worst one, hypersomnia -- tired much of the time with no explanation. i tried this drug - sent directly to the home and only with approved diagnosis (i am just short of narcolepsy) - to see if i would feel rested when i awoke. i did for one day but then the effects did not continue with each successive night. sounds strange, i know, but that is what happened.
7	considerably effective	migraines diminished and appetite diminished, resulting in lost weight.
8	considerably effective	wellbutrin xl was the only anti-depressant i tried that i could take without noticable side effects. a big contributor to my depression was weight gain that accompanied it, and as a result my doctor prescribed wellbutrin because typically the patient either stays the same or loses weight will taking it, as opposed to almost every other anti depressant which can cause weight gain.
1	ineffective	no treatment benefits
5	highly effective	the drug did lower the blood cholesterol effectively.
1	considerably effective	cleared upper infection and strep throat
8	considerably effective	also helped with hot flashes. it allowed for me to carry on with normal activities.
10	highly effective	acid reflux ceased to exist when taking prilosec.
10	highly effective	depression has cleared up quite miraculously.
7	highly effective	it helped greatly with depression but had immediate sexual side effects.
1	moderately effective	cancer is gone
10	highly effective	this drug has done wonders to help me get the much needed rest i have needed.  before i started taking this drug, i spent many nights not receiving the rest i needed.  i have not experienced any negative side effects of this drug.  it works quickly, within half an hour and i have been able to stay asleep throughout the night.
1	highly effective	takes about 3 months to show results, but cleared up my skin, reduced overall oiliness and enlarged pores, and eliminated my very greasy hair, caused by excess oil on my scalp. my skin looked hydrated, clarity was good and the improvement was constant with no variations after the first 3 months. also contributed a significant improvement to my libido.
1	considerably effective	due to extensive varicose veins, i was in pain, especially when standing. they were physically embarassing and i could not even wear sheer pantyhose. the surgery would eliminate pain and the ugliness.   i was told to take the drug before surgery to minimize swelling and to minimize pain. i do not like to introduce drugs into my body unless an emergency so i did not take it before the surgery, instead opting for bromelain enzyme, ginger and turmeric to reduce swelling.
4	marginally effective	i got up and felt better in the morning, then as the day went on i felt more and more lethargic so i dont know if i was taking the right amount or if it was the drug. i then took it twice a day but it did not seem to help my lethargy
10	highly effective	i experienced weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity, increased energy and decreased carbohydrate cravings during the course of the day.
1	ineffective	no positive benefits
1	ineffective	taken only four days... not tested for benefits
8	considerably effective	the benefits are that being on neurontin with the patch 5%, it has helped to give me a much better quality of life.  my pain is significantly reduced because of these two medications, though not completely gone.  the side effects, to my knowledge, have been minimal, especially compared to what it could be without these medications.  could a different medication work better?  maybe.
3	considerably effective	in saw immediate improvement in the clearing of my acne within the first week.
10	highly effective	it relaxed the spasm's in my back and neck, if not completely, at least  by 50-70 percent.  the best thing about this drug is that you can take it at work or during the day, and it does not make you drowsy or loopy.
3	highly effective	avoidance of infection.
1	ineffective	none,pressure never came down to acceptable range and had wide swings throughout the day
8	moderately effective	since i tried to avoid the gi effect of motrin, or celebrex if used too long, the tramadol seemed a good alternative   i took it in the morning, and it generally seemed to energize me enough so that i stayed active, and if it didnt relieve the pain, it seemed to keep me from thinking about it and i remained busy.
1	marginally effective	virtually nil. please< please read on....
9	highly effective	helps me to sleep although does not help rls.  i sleep through the night now with to still my legs and trazodone to help me sleep.  it has made a huge difference.  i went through a sleep study prior to taking these meds and it turned out i was not getting any sustained deep sleep.
9	highly effective	it drastically reduced breakouts all over my body therefore i did not constantly have flu like symptoms because of the breakouts. so even under stressful life events which usually results with a breakout the stopped or reduced the frequency of breakouts. so far i have only been taking 1 per day and i have not had any breakouts for a month.
2	marginally effective	the first five days i felt amazing and i have had great sleeps for the 16 days.
10	highly effective	less fatigue, less weight unaccountable weight gain, less hair fall-out.
1	moderately effective	the synthroid medication did, for most of the ten years while i took it, keep my thyroid levels where they were supposed to be.
10	highly effective	within a few weeks of starting, my pressure was under control and has remained that way for over 5 years.
7	considerably effective	the benefits of using tretinoin were great. first of all i noticed that my skin started glowing and my acne diminished greatly. but i had to be very patient because the results were not immediate. continued use of the medicine rendered amazing results. my skin is a lot more smoother, healthier, and brighter.
3	moderately effective	my ability to focus improved and i was overall calmer.
10	highly effective	i have found valium to be a godsend. it helps stave off migraine attacks, it helps me get to sleep when i have insomnia, and it relaxes  the muscles in my back when i get spasms. i use it sparingly, only when i really need it, (about 2-3 times a week ) and i have not found it to be addictive at all. i actually find it to be relatively mild, and i think it's over-regulated.
10	highly effective	it cleared up my coughing within 2 days.  i could sleep far better at night.
1	moderately effective	reduced amount of cystic acne
1	ineffective	there were no treatment benefits that i could because i quit taking the drug because of the severe side effects
8	considerably effective	my blood pressure readings have improved.
1	ineffective	no benefit at all
6	moderately effective	i had some experience with retin-a when i was a teenager in the mid 90's.  my mom and i have the same type of skin - we both have some degree of acne as adults.  in the 90's my mom started using retin-a to control this and apparently it worked well, so i tried it (her prescription) as a teenager and it just irritated my face , making it red and eventually flaky.  the drug is certainly powerful.  i am sure i would have benefited from continued use but i didnt.  now, approaching 30, i still have some acne and am starting to think any acne whatsoever is unacceptable.  reviewing options, retin-a seems top on the list.  i have read that retinol is a distant second.  however, i am hesitant because of the inevitable initial irritation and flakiness associated with retin-a.
8	considerably effective	stomach pains lesson over time it would take around 4/5 days to start working.was told by the doctor not to use the medication for years but for one to two months at a time.
4	marginally effective	depression lessened
10	highly effective	lost 30 lbs in first month of treatment. portion size was easy to control. if busy i sometimes forgot to eat. mood was slightly altered for the first week - i was more patient - but this was short term. this medication has changed my relationship with food and i feel in control.
6	moderately effective	boosted my mood a fair amount. my md chose this med because i was having significant insomnia, and it definitely helped that, which was great.
9	highly effective	"i have had severe migraines for over 20 years. since taking the amitriptyline my migraines have decreased to once or twice every six months! as long as i take the ""elavil"" and watch for triggers i am now in control of my migraines and not the other way around."
8	highly effective	the treatment benefits of taking for asthma were that it reduced the inflammation and eased breathing.  although steroids are being scrutinized in the media at this time, they do have a place in the treatment of life threatening episodes of asthma and other diseases that severe inflammation.  i do not care to be on prednisone for any period of time, however, breathing is necessary to life and the prednisone offers a quick relief of the symptoms.
10	considerably effective	normal blood pressure
9	considerably effective	patient had tried synthroid, and one other with iodine which i cannot remember name of(came from pigs). i however did not ever feel any different or better from taking. was looking to increase energy levels so tried levothyroxine.
7	considerably effective	i felt less anxiety and fewer down moods.
1	ineffective	i had no benefits
10	highly effective	ever since i was littel i would use albuterol at night about once a week when needed because my breathing was so bad.  ever since i've been on advair, i no longer need albuterol.  my breathing is stronger according to doctors and i enjoy exercise without having breathing complications.
4	considerably effective	the product did lighten the skin, which was the desired results. the was some redness and skin warming, but those side effects were tolerable.
7	highly effective	effective birth control
9	highly effective	i slept well while on clarithromycin, my fatigue decreased, my intellectual function improved, and my energy level increased.
9	highly effective	deeper/more restful sleep........overall feeling of wellbeing.......minimized hot flashes
10	highly effective	cialis taken as prescribed. had immediate positive effect as promised, strong, long-lasting erection. intercourse possible for long period of time- approx 2 days. had no side-effects at all. am very satisfied and recommend.
3	considerably effective	"my allergy symptoms got much better. but thats what one would expect. there is not much more to say, i am just filling the ""50 words"", so go on reading."
9	highly effective	i now have more energy, better focus, better weight control, less hypoglycemia  feel more upbeat, less prone to depression.  i can work more efficiently now, can get through my day without feeling like i need to lie down on the floor and sleep!
10	highly effective	benefits included stopping hot flashes,night sweats, hair loss, and it made my skin more supple and much less dry.
7	moderately effective	i have more energy and i feel better.
10	highly effective	"immediately felt like ""the cloud had lifted."" anxiety essentially disappeared and life really did get easier. removed the sense of ""running in concrete."""
8	considerably effective	my son had a definite and rather dramatic increase in his ability to focus at school, complete his homework and we even saw a difference in his sports performance.  he went from grades averaging c's, with some lower, to a & b's for most classes within just a couple of months.  even his teachers were very impressed with the difference, and my son's confidence improved tremendously.
8	considerably effective	this drug helped me to be able to fall sleep during an extremely stressful period in my life when i simply could not fall asleep.  i had tried many herbal sleep remedies, homeopathic  melatonin supplements, acupuncture and so forth, but the was the only thing that helped me.  initially during treatment i would be able to sleep 4-6 hours which was a huge benefit to me as i was exhausted from insomnia and stress.
1	ineffective	none
7	highly effective	the benefits of taking zomig are suppression of migraine/headache pain for at least 12-24 hours.  sometimes the migraine would return after this time but usually it went away completely until the next attack.
10	highly effective	the benefits are numerous. with the geodon i haven't suffered from a bout of depression in app. 2 1/2 yrs.. before the geodon i suffered from depression for months at a time. i haven't been or felt suicidal at all since beginning the drug. with geodon i am on an even keel. by that i mean that i do not suffer from the peaks and valleys of typical bi-polar disorder. i no longer have manic episodes for days and then sink into a dark depression. it has made most of my bi-polar traits go away.
7	considerably effective	the best , best thing about wellbutrin is that i have my sex drive back fully and i am realizing how much i missed it. that has been fantastic. i have noticed some appetite suppression too, which seems to sort of come and go, but it's definitely a welcome side effect. i have been able to get a lot done at work, which is never a bad thing, but it's also unpredictable thus far. i also enjoy not having to deal with the nausea and overall sickness i would experience if i missed a dose of zoloft.
5	moderately effective	the benefits of percocet were that it did take away my pain from my knee surgery, but i felt it needed to be stronger toward the end of the 5 hours.
10	highly effective	this was the only ointment that improved my psoriasis.  i applied the ointment to my patches of psoriasis and felt immediate relief of the burning and itching associated with psoriasis
3	moderately effective	reduction in pain. it pretty much wiped out the pain.
4	marginally effective	"while taking effexor at the 37 dose, i have noticed some improvement in my mood stability throughout the morning.  i felt less anxious during the day, but anxiety creeps in again towards the night.  although i felt much happier and more like my ""old"" self on the higher dose, the 37 dose allowed me to sleep the night, which was not possible at the higher dose."
7	highly effective	as i  was able to relax my headache  almost disappeared. the headache was due to stiff jaw syndrome. the symptoms should ease after two months but i feel relief the first day i start taking medicine. i was able to concentrate again and the most important i did not feel tired.
10	highly effective	never had a problem falling asleep but would wake to early and trazodone makes me sleep thru the night without waking early and after 7 to 9 hours of sleep i feel fine in the morning. wonder drug where i've never had to increase the dosage for same effect over 18 years.
8	considerably effective	provided increased alertness and perceived cognitive enhancement. helped me maintain focus and motivation at work. i still drank coffee throughout the day but it was significantly less with provigil. prior to provigil i was prescribed adderall xr 20 mg. which really had a negative effect on my duty performance. i had too much energy and jitters and could not focus on anything for more than 5 minutes. the opposite of what it was prescribed for.
9	highly effective	longer,thicker,darker lashes,as well i applied it on the eyebrows
10	highly effective	i was on yaz for over a year, played on three soccer teams (two were for high school) and still gained 5 lbs. after i switched to a few weeks ago, i lost my appetite and lost weight. i dont eat nearly as much now. im 5'0'' and before i switched i used to weigh roughly around 115... now im sticking around 105. i have no experience with the bad side effects with seasonique
6	marginally effective	even when i have a low day prozac made me still be able to laugh at funny  where as before wen i was nt on dem, if i had a low day nothing would make me smile.  i sleep less on them.
10	highly effective	"instant calm. during a panic attack my heart would race, i had numbness and tingling in my fingers, and my vision would ""grey out"" like i was going to pass out. as if that wasn't enough fun i experienced shortness of breath, too. now when i have a panic attack i take 1/2 of a 1 mg pill and within minutes i am calm and focused."
6	moderately effective	wrinkles did disappear  but there was bruising and swelling. it did reduce after a few days, and i noticed the inability to move the muscles in my forehead and around my mouth.
8	considerably effective	"easing of arthritis symptoms, helped alleviate ""flu-like feeling""."
8	moderately effective	i now lost 6 kg during 3 months and i can now wear my favorite dress without any hassles.
8	considerably effective	the depression was treated effectively. i felt more normal shortly after starting treatment.
2	marginally effective	i had to stop the medicine because of the side effects and he got sicker (i know you aren't supposed to stop antibiotics for this exact reason).  he ended up on another antibiotic that worked well.
4	considerably effective	made dental implants possible
10	highly effective	it gave me back my life. since taking this my brain chemicals are balanced. several times i have tapered down and twice, off, and the effects have been terrible. for me, i have a depression that cycles me into such a deep dark place that it is terrifying. i was suicidal and had great despair. the only thing that changed was taking this medication. i know it does't work for everyone but for me, it waas and continues to be a lifesaver. i am very very thankful everyday.
1	marginally effective	my migraine intense but then subsided within 2 hours of taking this medication.
10	highly effective	urinary frequency and urgency have been substantially reduced; i have a vastly improved lifestyle because these problems no longer inhibit my activities.
8	highly effective	significantly and quickly reduced anxiety (within 2 weeks). in turn, digestive problems (ibs) related to anxiety were significantly improved. greatly improved my quality of life.
10	highly effective	blood tests taken after 3 months showed reduced cholesterol  ldl and increased hdl my initial levels were not terribly elevated but are now totally normal. when i tried going off the medication for a few months my cholesterol went up again. i then returned to taking the pills. i watch my diet carefully and take omega 3 but it has not lowered my cholesterol sufficiently.
8	considerably effective	treatment reduce the number and frequency of breakout, and blackheads.  also helped to speed healing of acne and reduce fine lines. skin was smoother, complexion more even in color and pore size seemed to be reduce.  as a result the overall appearance of the skin was greatly improved.
9	highly effective	my acne cleared within one to two months and did not return while i was taking the drug.
10	highly effective	"serum cholesterol lowered from 320 (combined ldl and hdl) to 188 after six months of initiated treatment.  cholesterol levels high due to genetic predisposition.  patient is petite (5'1"" and  and physically active."
2	moderately effective	kept me numb to deal with problems and issues
10	highly effective	cholesterol went from 265 to 199.  lost 32 lbs. in 3 months.
7	moderately effective	i used the drug for acne. after 2 weeks of use i noticed fewer pimples with lessening severity. after 1 month all pimples were gone.
7	highly effective	softer clearer skin. noticed skin got worse in the beginning but then it go better. skin got fairer.
7	considerably effective	paxil took away my anxiety and made me feel very comfortable on social gatherings.  took away my depression also.
5	highly effective	there were some good benefits, such as it would relax me and was able to get a good nights sleep.i felt more confident when taking this drug as it dulls your senses and changes everything into a positive.after a couple of months i became dependant on xanax as it made me feel good about myself.
8	moderately effective	increased energy (moderate), weight stabilized
5	considerably effective	held me in a deep sleep and my muscle pain subsided.
8	considerably effective	cleared the face of acne and some improved appearance of scars
10	ineffective	the benefits were none.  however, it did not cause me any difficulties or side effects.  i approved of the idea of taking the medication to reduce my general low level anxiety as an additional treatment to lowering my high blood pressure. but i experienced no improvements at this dose.
8	moderately effective	the drug helped eliminate most of the discharge and healed my yeast infection mostly.
8	considerably effective	the treatment benefits include less shakiness, stable mood, calm stomach and overall stability.
6	moderately effective	alleviated pain in the affected area of the arm. reduced all other symptoms also of chronic regional pain syndrome. allowed me to get a good nights sleep without waking and needing to shower due to excessive sweating which is symptomatic of the condition.
8	considerably effective	my hdl has gone up. i am still taking niaspan and feel like it is helping.
8	moderately effective	improved mood. i suffered for 20 years with depression and anxiety and minor mood swings.  since taking the current medications i have a much more mood.  i occasionally have days with more depression.  before taking the meds, i was almost non functional, not wanting to do anything, feeling helpless and hopeless and at times suicidal.  now, i rarely ever have even fleeting thoughts of that.
8	moderately effective	effective in reducing hypertension from previous approximately 170/85 to less than 150/65 and now even less at approximately 130/65
7	considerably effective	decent hair growth and consistent prevention of futher hair loss.
9	considerably effective	within minutes, migraine disappears 98% of the time.  if i wait too long to take medication, it reduces the chances of eliminating the migraine.  without zomig, i would have a lot of sick days from work.
1	marginally effective	initial drowsiness
8	considerably effective	helped with clearing up my skin and keeping in clear.  it also helped with fine lines around the eyes and mouth.
8	considerably effective	releaved fluid so i could breath better
7	considerably effective	able to function, get out of be for work, be sociable, etc. better sleep at night
7	moderately effective	reduced swelling and pain.
10	highly effective	this took all my depression. i fought suicide constantly, read self help books, went to therapy, etc. i took this pill and noticed suicide never ever crossed my mind. in fact, i felt normal for the first time in my life. i was diagnosed with kidney cancer shortly after and a biopsy from hell that has made me almost homebound and terribly disabled. yet, i don't have depression. i have every other emotion. i definitely learned quick that sadness is not depression.
9	considerably effective	allergy symptoms subsided fairly quickly.
10	highly effective	totally stopped my allergy symptoms during the fall and spring
5	moderately effective	it did lower my bp some
9	highly effective	stopped symptoms within 1-2 days
3	marginally effective	reduced bp a few points.
1	moderately effective	none - the benefit was supposed to be due to the fact that it wasn't a steroid cream
10	highly effective	my son suffered from headaches that would really affect his daily activities. he was prescribed the nasonex to control his allergies and reduce his sinus symptoms that may have been contributing to his headaches. after about 2 weeks of daily use of the nasonex, his headaches were occurring significantly less often and he felt much relief. he was able to reduce his use of ibuprofen which i was really glad for because i worried that he may have rebound headaches from over-use of ibuprofen. i also worried that he may develop an ulcer from using the nsaid's so frequently. he was also able to get a better nights sleep. that improved his performance at school and his general energy level. previously he was always tired during the day, after he started taking the nasonex continuously, as directed, he felt more energetic, and had many less headaches, too.
1	ineffective	there were no benefits of taking this medicine unless you count the fact that now i know i should never take this medicine again. im severely allergic to it.
10	highly effective	decreased anxiety less insomnia
9	considerably effective	significantly improved dryness of eyes
10	highly effective	"decreased lethargy and ""overwhelmed"" feeling, increased focus and energy. did not give me a jittery feeling like adderall   the doctor said that the medication should wear off in about 12 hours after taking it.  this is true for the increased energy but i notice increased focus and decreased lethargy until i go to bed. no trouble getting to sleep.  nice unexpected effect: increased desire and ease of ""connecting"" with friends and family."
10	highly effective	reduced sneezing to minimum without making me tired. it worked for my indoor allergies as well as my outdoor allergies
3	considerably effective	eventual reduction in acne
4	moderately effective	2blood pressure meds and still prescribed 1 more
3	moderately effective	suppose to stop my watery eyes. had little or no effect
7	highly effective	this does actually help calm you down and help you concentrate. my grades went up by a lot. i was calm and was doing much better on it (much better referring to the add treatment) but there are so many negative side effects. in a way i regret ever taking it.
4	marginally effective	overall mood was enhanced for a few months, then benefits plateaued and disappeared.
3	considerably effective	reduced the pain and swelling
6	moderately effective	smoother skin
3	marginally effective	so far combo of spironolactone and yasmin has regulate my periods, however i have not seen any improvement on acne nor any decrease in facial hair
8	considerably effective	it gave moderate relief to the sciatic nerve pain i was experiencing.  as the severity of the pain lessened, it could totally ease the pain.
10	highly effective	reduced acne breakout, redness from breakout went away quickly, smoother skin
7	considerably effective	until remicade, i wasn't able to sleep without waking from the pain of moving my legs, so i ecstatic about that relief.  i no longer have any stiffness, except for when its cold or if i grip something for a while, but it doesnt last for hours like it used to.  the swelling in my joints has signficantly decreased.  unfortunately, the medicine has not stopped my flare-ups, which only last for a 2 at a time on a finger joint or toe joint.  nor has it prevented osteoarthritis in my feet.  i am also struggling to find that right dose that helps with the fatigue.
1	ineffective	none.
1	moderately effective	the benefits were almost non-existent. i had taken this med before after a terrible car accident and therefore felt secure enough to take it again this time. however after only one day medicine stopped being effective.
7	moderately effective	no period since on which is good for endometriosis.the cyst on ovary did not grow since on the side effects are tolerable, do not seem to interfere with daily life.
6	considerably effective	very rapid reduction in wheezing and coughing.
7	considerably effective	"long-term mild to good relief from the worst aspects of depression.  provided a ""floor"" to my mood and i never go below that.  prior to effexor (and before that, prozac) i had frequent periods of suicidality.  i still often get very depressed but am much more functional and my behavior has stabilized."
10	highly effective	long-time smokers finally have something to help them stop smoking and not have the headaches and the withdrawals!
7	marginally effective	i only took it one time, and experienced a side effect (dry mouth). did not really kick in, but i guess this med. is not supposed to work immediately
9	considerably effective	the skin texture appears improved after only 4 weeks of use. i have much acne less breakouts and day by day i see a steady improvement. my skin is much smoother than before and starts having a beautiful glow (which it hasn't had in years!)
6	moderately effective	exfoliates the skin. it is said to prevent or treat acne and acne scars. whether this is true is questionable.
10	highly effective	this medication provided me with total relief from heartburn. it is normally taken  daily, 1/2 hour before breakfast.
10	highly effective	reduced the intensity of the pain and allowed for rest to recuperate
10	highly effective	reduce the osteoporosis
7	moderately effective	i have found that i have been able to sleep better and my thoughts do not race like they did when i was not taking the lithium.  it has not made me as tired or hungry as other meds have which was a welcome surprise.  still not able to focus as well as i had hoped.  i work full-time and hold an additional part-time job and was worried that i was not going to be able to continue with these prior to beginning with this treatment.  i have been managing better since taking the lithium.
6	moderately effective	it seemed to stabilize my metabolism.
8	highly effective	i had severe acne for many years and i was sort of living with it without seeking cures seriously. i tried a couple of other anti-biotics before but not very diligently. i started to be more disciplined and actually took every day. in the beginning i was also taking apri the birth control pill. i took both for a couple of months and my face started to be better in a week or two and completely cleared in a couple of months - which made me so much happier with my life. then i stop apri, and i continued with  and it seems that if i stop  my acne will come back a little. so i have not tried stoping for more than a week or two. i am a little concerned with the long term side effects of although i am not sure whether there should be any. i think i will continue taking and i will also ask my doctor to test blood or any other things that i should be cautious of.
3	moderately effective	the benefits if i had continued to take the malarone for the entire two weeks would have been to not contract malaria.  but the side effects were severe enough that i discontinued treatment and followed other preventative measures.
10	highly effective	periods became lighter and more regular, acne lessened as well.
4	marginally effective	as an rn for 14 years, i was familiar with detrol la and why it was prescribed for me.  i was diagnosed two years ago with multiple sclerosis and have a spastic bladder.  soon after being prescribed detrol la, i had a definite decrease in urination frequency.  however, after about six months, my urinary habits returned to pre-medication levels.  i void every two hours.  about one year ago, i stopped taking detrol la for two months, thinking that giving my bladder a break from the med would help.  i then restarted detrol la and noticed no difference.  i am seriously thinking about stopping the medication.  it is essentially useless.
10	highly effective	"total resolution of ""globus"" feeling in throat that was causing difficulty with singing and swallowing.  also, resolution of sore throat and hoarse voice that i had waked up with for many years."
8	highly effective	quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief. quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief. quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief, quick relief. quick relief, quick relief, quick relief
9	considerably effective	i have been suffering with pain almost every day of my life since i went to the dentist and my tmj was diagnosed. i couldnt find anything to help me with the pain and found this medical condition debilitating. insurance wont pay for specialists and/or treatments for this condition. my pcp gave me a prescription for this medication and it so far has really really helped the pain. i take it twice a day with a meal (very important) and the pain level has decreased so much! i know everyone's condition effects them differently but after trying over the counter medications as well as pain medication prescribed by my pcp this has been the most helpful so far. thank you meloxicam!
7	considerably effective	increased learning capability + focus, happier
7	moderately effective	i was prescribed norvasc by my cardiologist because i kept having left sided chest pain. my doctor stated it wasn't angina because im so young. i had an echo and stress test which were all normal. each day after taking the pill, i find relief in the chest pain for a while, but then after about an hour it will sometimes come back. i have noticed increase in headaches since taking this med which i went to see a neurologist who wanted me to take neurontin but i refuse to take. he stated the headaches have nothing to do with the heart, but i disagree because when i have this chest pain, the headaches usually are there to, and when the chest pain isnt there, the headache isnt there.
10	highly effective	my cholesterol was significantly lowered.  from 230 to about 170.  the ratio was excellent.  this effect has consistently been monitored and remains steady.
7	considerably effective	the number one benefit was that it helped with the mood swings.  i no longer felt like i was having a mental breakdown.  i felt like i have had more control over my emotions, being that i could be upset and crying one minute and then just fine the next.
3	marginally effective	my skin has so the treatment was supposed to clear up the brown spots mostly over my cheeks and nose. i didnt have a good experience since those signs are still there.
1	considerably effective	it helped with the muscle pain for most of the day.
9	highly effective	quality of life improved 10 fold.  able to follow through with hobbies and interests as well as work.  before treatment, memory was nonexistent. after treatment not only could i remember things but time itself changed.  time seemed to move faster.  the body, down to a cellular level, processes toxins faster so skin becomes clear and perfect.
1	ineffective	i can not say i can recall any positive benefits.
7	moderately effective	elevation of mood and clarity of thought.  progress stalled out at 300 mg, but with increase to 450 mg can tell the difference.  im able to finally think and plan ahead and chip away at all the clutter i've not been able to deal with which accumulated while depressed.
9	highly effective	to date improvements i've noted (but confirmed by closest): seizures viewed much fewer & shorter.  50% of the seizures merely feelings & no communication loss.  much more clarity, energy & strength, alertness vs. drowsiness.  moods much better with smiling even during difficult times.
7	moderately effective	elevation of mood and clarity of thought.  progress stalled out at 300 mg, but with increase to 450 mg can tell the difference.  im able to finally think and plan ahead and chip away at all the clutter i've not been able to deal with which accumulated while depressed.
9	considerably effective	i am definitely more able to manage my emotions and feelings. i can speak on the telephone to people, be in person around people i've never met, and function in society in general. this doesnt sound like a big feat, but i had crippling anxiety and it's a giant step for me.
8	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were good because i had mrsa and have for my 3rd time in 2 1/2 months.the itchiness goes away,quick working,and does work.though i feel with mrsa,treatment should be longer,and a slightly higher dose.due to the chance it not being wiped out of body entirely.the 2nd time i got mrsa,it took care of it,but not entirely.made boil the size of a sand grain ,or rice maybe?!..now on it again,for 30 days,and began taking today.no results yet.
2	marginally effective	arthritis med/tramadol hlc only helps a little with arthritis pain. keeps it down to a dull roar!diabetes meds,helped lower blood levels. kept a1c under 7%. made it safe to live a normal life by keeping blood sugar under control. helped keep disease & diabetes out of eyes. help kidneys function normal.
9	considerably effective	the combination of the two drugs helped me cope with my pain and depression, which seem to be related.  im able to cope with most of life's difficulties and am not sleeping as much.  with the vicodin helping with the pain, when i do sleep i find it's much more restful and satisfying.  i still have a long way to go and i believe that i will need to take these two drugs for a while as i tried quitting the prozac and immediately resumed the depression.
10	highly effective	the medication reduced total cholesterol from about 220 to about 180.  blood pressure appeared to slightly decrease from 125/70 to 115/65. the ration between high density cholesterol (good cholesterol) to low density cholesterol improved significantly.
10	highly effective	lessened frequency of urination and burning sensation
6	considerably effective	resolved the depression, but side effects where too troublesome to continue
5	marginally effective	blood sugar was under control. bp was under control.sleep was much better.but i had nightmares when i was on a beta-blocker like metoprolol earlier.sometimes i had sinus bradycardia also.in addition, there was an urge to smoke whenever i got up at night.my tongue used to become dry and my speech was slurred.
7	moderately effective	stomach had been aching continually for several months, with constant belching and a feeling of pressure in the upper throat.  heartburn was not a significant complaint.  i lost about 5 lbs due to a loss of appetite.  i first started on a dose of 20 mg/day, and decided to increase to 40mg/day when the symptoms were not fully alleviated.  that dosage helped the symptoms, but i still have to be careful when, what and how much i eat or the problem will start up.
6	moderately effective	had an abnormally increased sex drive and was subsequently diagnosed with breast cancer 8 months later.  makes me wonder what the hell was in this drug.
1	considerably effective	to reduce pain during periods.
1	considerably effective	to relieve muscle aches and joint pain
10	considerably effective	after the third day, i could tell the pain was subsiding.
5	highly effective	cleared up infection
9	highly effective	"the crown of my head was almost totally bald at age 54 and the remaining hair very thin.  the front of my head was transplanted.  if you looked at me in the daylight, you would say that i had a ""balding problem"" and of course with the transplants i looked strange  after 6 months, it totally covered my crown and increased the texture of the remaining hair to a coarser density.  all of the fine hairs which were dormant came back with stronger and previous-strength follicles.  the transplanted hair on the top also became coarser.  except in a very strong light looking directly down on the top of my head, now no one would say i was bald or even ""thinning.""  i am totally amazed with this product at age 55 and should have started taking it at 25."
7	considerably effective	i benefited by being able to breathe better.  my nose cleared up, my sinuses didnt hurt as bad, and my chest was looser. i didnt feel confined in my house.
8	highly effective	to get my blood pressure under control, it was getting very high.  blood pressure is in the normal range when taken. blood pressure is now managed.
8	considerably effective	reduction in depression and anxiety with increased sense of well being, ability to focus on everyday activities, reduction in negative thoughts and increase in social activity.
10	highly effective	i tried all the popular medical treatments for including synthroid; combinations of t3 and t4; etc. etc.  either these treatments were ineffective (i.e. would raise my ths but leave me feeling fatigued) or would leave my heart racing. armour thyroid was the only effective treatment
9	highly effective	gave son the confidence to go to sleep as he had been staying awake - worried to sleep for fear of wetting the bed, proved to son not his fault as he blamed himself, helped with washing of bedding every day - stress. gave son the confidence to sleep at other venues loke friends houses, he would never have done that
7	considerably effective	focalin xr reduced the severity of adhd symptoms.  it increased attention and reduced fidgeting.  also noticed an increased productivity at work and better interpersonal interactions.  additionally, the xr formulation is easier to take properly because it only has to be taken once a day, versus 3 - 4 times a day for the non extended release formula.
10	highly effective	you take the pills for 90 days, daily.  you only get your period 4 times/year.  some people have breakthough bleeding but i didnt have any bleeding. i didnt take the placebos, i started the next 90 day pack of pills and skipped my period.
8	highly effective	reduction in cholesterol level and gave me more energy as well as making me feel better. it is a medication that combines zocor and zetia. zocor works on the production of cholesterol in the liver and works on absorption of cholesterol in the digestive system
1	ineffective	proven effective with adults and was tried with me to combat severe depression, regardless of the fact that it is not normally recommended for adolescents. though starting at 37.5 mg, the psychiatrist quadrupled the dosages within one month's time to attempt to make a dent on my emotional condition.
8	considerably effective	yes, i had taken prozac for fourteen to fifteen years for the treatment of depression and experienced a loss of sexual desire. i tried the wellbutrin xl in the hopes that it would not produce this side effect starting about 18 months ago. the wellbutrin xl does not have this side effect in my experience.
8	highly effective	virtually stopped joint and then digestive flares entirely.
8	considerably effective	noticed a quick increase, and then a complete decrease in hair shedding. perhaps after the 1st week i thought my hair loss increased, then it's like the hair that remained all strengthened, and then, the small hairs that shed started up new growth. i did not notice any viable new growth at the temple region, but the vertex and high forehead areas seem to be thicker and younger and better hairs then i had 6 months ago. i look forward to a 2 year review!
7	moderately effective	reduced the level of thyroid hormone, thereby minimizing many of the hyperthyroid symptoms.
3	highly effective	the treatment cured the sore throat for which it was prescribed 
5	moderately effective	it subsided inflammation in the intestines.  therefore resulting pain and discomfort.  hopefully less diarrhea.
6	highly effective	the psoriasis cleared up a great deal on my hands and scalp, back and feet. the pain level was dramatically decreased and i was able to cut back a lot on the anti inflammatory drugs i had to take when i had a bad flareup. i was able to sleep deeper and longer.
9	considerably effective	"helps me focus at work in the corporate world.  also helps me to ""think"" before i blurt out the first thing that comes to mind."
3	considerably effective	how would i know?  i guess it prevented a bad infection.
7	considerably effective	lighter periods, clearing of acne for the first 6-7 months.
9	highly effective	overall, the benefits have been very good.  a rescue inhaler hasn't been used in more than a year, nor has there been a severe asthma attack.  during the period there may have been three incidences where it seemed like an attack was coming on (curing exertion and cold, damp weather) but simply a better environment and a couple of cups of coffee warded it off.  there are times of wheezy, heavy  but these are minimal in comparison to prior to taking advair.
7	highly effective	complete cessation of my acne....effects lasted for about 2 -3 years
8	considerably effective	i have had problems falling asleep for many years. i had tried various other medicines, both over the counter and prescription, and nothing seemed to work - some didnt work at all, some helped me initially fall asleep but woke me up in the middle of the night, and others made me tired and feeling as if i were drugged the next morning. then one day, my dentist prescribed one ativan to take before bedtime the night before an extraction, and i actually fell asleep standing up! this is the first sleep medication that helps me initially fall asleep, sleep through the night, and doesnt make me feel tired the next day. plus, it has the added benefit of helping to reduce my worry, anxiety, and stress that had always kept me from falling asleep before.
7	moderately effective	i am taking lipitor to lower my cholesterol level.  it did lower it by a few points. i am taking it more as a preventative medicine.
9	ineffective	helped me sleep better but it si short acting for hours, have to take another in the middle of the night. helped reduce pack pain
1	ineffective	one dose don't know
10	highly effective	"greatly reduced severe migraines that were occurring almost daily.  this drug was added as a preventative medication when migraines became so debilitating that i could not function in everyday life, i.e., go to work, take care of self and family, etc.  migraines were reduced after approximately 6-8 weeks on the medication to about 1 per month and then continually reduced to 1 every 3 to 6 months as i stayed on the medication.  i also use the medication to manage my mood disorder (bi-polar disorder) and was able to not have to take a mood  because this drug also manages to keep me from getting ""manic"", so it is an extra ""bonus"" on top of the migraine management!!"
1	considerably effective	blood pressure under control
10	highly effective	the inflammation and redness around chin area was almost entirely cured, the skin was softer and smoother.
9	highly effective	within a week, i felt as if dark cloud of loneliness and unbearable sadness had drifted away.
2	ineffective	none due to the short time taking drug.
10	highly effective	the treatment completely cleared up the rash on my hands, usually in just a few days. since it was a foam i could apply it easily and there was no residue.
9	considerably effective	i have chronic allergies because i am allergic to dust rather than a seasonal allergen, like ragweed. i have tried many products, but typically they are so drying that i am forced to discontinue use. this product is effective at reducing the production of mucus and eye irritation from a sever allergy to dust. i haven;t used this
8	highly effective	able to function at job and sleep with neck pain. addressed tension and inflammation issues that allowed me to be able to use my arms freely and to also be able to lay on my neck at night to be able to sleep.
8	considerably effective	after menopause, i experienced painful intercourse and some bleeding caused by vaginal dryness. i tried over-the-counter lubricants including suppositories but found them to be inconsistent and they also masked sensitivity in the area.
10	highly effective	the treatment benefits of taking synthroid have everything to do with metabolism regulation.  because i had thyroid cancer the entire thyroid was removed.  since thyroid hormone keeps the body running at optimum speed, it is now essential for me to take medication that will accomplish what my body is no longer capable of doing on its own.
1	ineffective	none.
9	highly effective	the treatment eased pain very efficiently. i had no pain all day after just 3 pills. besides, i did not feel numb or anything, only the pain went away.
10	highly effective	i saw a large improvement in my skin which had become very dry and flaky on my legs and also on my face.  i have a blood test every year and after the initial experimenting with the dosage which started at .50 my thyroid levels are normal.
1	marginally effective	highly effective for sleeping.
9	considerably effective	decreased headache pain from 10/10 to 0/10 within a few hours. took at least 30 minutes to feel pain start to decrease, then causes fatigue. i like the fact that it disintegrates  because vomiting is often associated with my headaches and i am never sure how much medication is retained afterward if i have taken a tablet.
8	considerably effective	total disappearance of psoriasis, greatly reduced fatigue, increased mobility, little-no sciatica, pain only felt upon application of pressure, all infection markers reduced
7	considerably effective	it would ease the throbbing feeling associated with a migraine.
1	marginally effective	cant say because i had to stop taking it after just 2 days due to severe after effects
1	moderately effective	lowered blood pressure
4	moderately effective	the drug helped with sleep, but was inconsistent. i was a chronic insomniac, rarely sleeping more than 5 hours a night, often less.  with amitriptyline i was able to sleep more regularly (although not always), thereby alleviating some of the symptoms of depression and living more functionally on the whole.
5	considerably effective	cleared up nasal passages pretty well.  was about as effective as  but longer lasting.
8	considerably effective	i have seasonal allergies and especially in the spring and fall, my eyes itch and get dry. these drops contain anti-histamines that are delivered directly into the eye, and therefore are more effective than just using anti-histamine pills. i think they also helped with the eczema-like flaking on my eyelids but i cannot be sure because i was also using anti-histamine pills at the time.
9	highly effective	fewer hot flashes & irritability.
3	marginally effective	cleared acne, dried skin out considerably. was very easy to use. did not take much to use. no smell or fragrance.
9	considerably effective	it cleared most of my acne and i had no side effects at all!!!i drank allot of water that might explain why there were no side effects
1	ineffective	to stop a abscess behind my rectum caused by crohn's, did not help but they giving to me. i trusted the doctor's.
4	considerably effective	not wanting a cigarette
7	considerably effective	none, just started.i rated a 7 due to the potential it has after one experience. blue/green clouds are nothing to scoff at!
10	highly effective	i have arthritis in my spine and right foot.  without the im in severe pain in my back, and my foot becomes so painful i can't put any weight on it.  so, walking becomes very difficult.  as long as im taking the medication, but regions do not cause me the severe pain im in without it.
10	highly effective	changed my life- for the better
8	considerably effective	sleep well
7	considerably effective	my libido increased and energy. i have really bad anxiety, it actually helped it..my mood really hasn't changed much. i seen happier because of the weight loss. it's a good program if you want to loose a lot of weight..
10	highly effective	i have been taking this treatment for 4 years and the goal is to prevent any more bone loss and possibly to improve it. combined with weight bearing exercise supposedly my bone loss will change.  i had a test a year after i started taking and there was slight improvement; i have not had another test since. i will be due for a test my next annual obg visit.
7	moderately effective	there was a noticable smoothing of the skin and lightening of age spots.
8	highly effective	full control of my periods and on this medicine i have only four periods per year.  there's occasional spouting  but i love not having monthly periods.
10	highly effective	pregnancy avoidance, worked perfectly, did not get pregnant until stopped taking the medication  then 3 months later conceived
5	considerably effective	relieved the pain
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	eliminated hormonal cysts; 3 years with no recurrence.
8	considerably effective	reduced cholesterol levels after approximately four months.  have been taking the medication for approximately forty eight months on a regular daily basis.
10	highly effective	"""gloom and doom"" was eliminated, feeling as if i didnt even have energy to life an arm was eliminated."
8	considerably effective	the decrease in anxiety greatly increased the quality of life for the patient.
8	considerably effective	adderall allowed me to start and finish projects. it also gave me energy. i am not a coffee drinker, so adderall was like my morning coffee  it sometimes would give me a feeling of mild euphoria, which was nice. certain tasks (like cleaning the house!) didnt seem so difficult because i would not get distracted by other things.
10	highly effective	after taking i no longer suffer from my horrible symptoms of my allergic rhinitis if i miss a tablet the symptoms are back almost immediately but after taking after an hour my symptoms almost disappear  i now sleep better as my symptoms usually worsen at night and i can visit friends and family with pets now. before i couldnt as i have severe reaction to fur.
9	highly effective	the killed off the effects of the parasitic illness which included extreme fatigue, chronic diarrhea, dehydration, and weight loss.  the celexa was effective in elevating my mood which had been diagnosed as depression.  it was the doctors belief that the long term effects of the parasite presence in my body led to my decline in physical and mental health.  i continued on the generic form of celexa, citalopram for a total of three years.  i no longer take medication for depression and my health is quite good.
2	ineffective	didnt really see any improvements but not sure if i am applying correct amount.
10	highly effective	prior to taking the amoxicillin i was in a lot of discomfort including tightness in the chest, fever, painful cough and difficulty in breathing. this meant that i was not able to work and had to stay in bed. the effects of the amoxicillin was almost immediate in that within two hours of taking the drug many of they symptoms had diminished considerably; in particular, breathing was no longer difficult or painful and the fever was reduced. due to the rapid improvement of my condition following the first few doses of amoxicillin i was able to return to work almost immediately.
8	highly effective	incidents reduced from daily to maybe every 6 to 8 weeks.  if i missed my dose however by hour 14 i would start to break out.  this would indicate to me that the histamine levels are ever present and the histamine blocker is what is keeping their ill effects at bay.  i have however discovered that recently my pharmacy changed their generic manufacturer and the new version is very ineffective.  i've had 5+ severe breakouts in 3 months
9	highly effective	clearer skin, did not affect weight
10	highly effective	after a week of taking 20 mg a day, i went from suicidal to genuine happiness. i was diagnosed with major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder and my symptoms have already gotten 90% better. my level of stress is very, very low and my depression is pretty much gone. i can go back to doing things i love and i have more energy to go about my day. only thing is that i also have insomnia and although it has calmed my nightly discomfort, it has not helped me sleep. but im waiting for it to help since my doctor said it would take time. i would recommend this drug to anyone!
10	highly effective	eliminated the irregular heart beat as well as the occasional heart racing in addition to controlling the blood pressure.  initially started taking while on birth control and having stress sytems of a racing heart beat.
1	moderately effective	this drug did work at alleviating the anxiety for which it was prescribed.
8	considerably effective	i had less wrinkles, better tone and texture overall. people could not discern my age and wrinkles developed when i stopped using. i developed no acne during the use of renova.
10	highly effective	this medication, in combination with a diuretic, worked to lower my high blood pressure.
10	highly effective	i have quite this problem, but the headache goes away in a few minutes and the works well for other pains too.
8	considerably effective	i went to the doctor with a badly herniated disc in my lower back.  it was very inflamed and i had trouble standing completely up right.  the doctor prescribed me hydrocodone for the pain and the diclofenac for the inflammation.  the diclofenac worked really quickly at getting the inflammation down without really any side effects.
3	marginally effective	i had been to several doctors regarding pain in my thigh mostly.  i had seen orthopedic dr, family practice (2), endocrinologist and finally neurologist  who prescribed the   i did note slight improvement in leg pain however the weight gain issue was totally unacceptable to me and the benefit was only slight.  i have had much better results with lyrica.
5	moderately effective	some of the larger brown spots faded. skin seemed smoother.
10	highly effective	lowered blood sugar on a daily basis, lowered a1c ratings and led to a much better overall feeling of control for the diabetes.  allowed for a more varied diet while keeping blood sugar controlled.  insulin resistance seems to be in better control.  lowered appetite which led to weight loss.
1	ineffective	intended to produce more follicles to increase chances of conception, in combination with intrauterine insemination.  i had 5 rounds of treatment, though im not sure why the doctor chose to try this many times when none of the early tries were successful.  some stimulation occurred - 7-10 follicles were stimulated with each treatment - but conception did not occur.
8	moderately effective	better mental acumen, energy,hair texture,better physical endurance and strength
9	highly effective	works for both depressive and hypomanic episodes. makes me calm, slows down my thoughts, and enables me to concentrate properly and work again. sleeping very well. feel like a normal human being again!
7	moderately effective	hot flashes  i still have the night sweats.
1	marginally effective	lower blood pressure
1	ineffective	to clear the ear infection she was having and the mild cough and other cold she was suffering from at the time. the drug is a type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
7	highly effective	daily headaches reduced to 3 times a month.  lost a lot of weight.
7	considerably effective	nexium does help in controlling reflux, but i haven't gone without it in so long that i don't know how my reflux would do on its own.  it isnt a complete fix.  i can't blame the drug for this, but it doesnt help at all if i drink caffeine.
10	highly effective	completely eliminated my heartburn and reflux, which were a daily occurence and were not treated effectively with otc medications like pepcid.
3	moderately effective	mild to moderate relief of back pain
8	highly effective	after taking effexor xr, a considerable change in attitude and general outlook was improved. increased desire to do daily activities improved as well as anxiety about social situations decreased somewhat.
9	considerably effective	benefits where good with the lyrica, i wish it controlled pain and inflamation more.  however i could not go back to living without it, i would be a mess.
5	moderately effective	there was some leveling out of bone loss.
6	considerably effective	effective in reducing anxiety
7	moderately effective	to relax the muscles
4	moderately effective	some weight loss/craving control, lessened desire to drink
7	moderately effective	the discharge odour had gone however the yellow discharge i was coming about remained, going back to doctors tomorrow to see what they say.
10	highly effective	reduces the swelling of joints and pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis.  ra seems to be in remission, but if i dont use a shot for 3 weeks, i start getting flare ups.  i also was able to discontinue methotrexate.  i havent had a real flare up for over a year.
10	highly effective	completely stops nightly leg pain
9	highly effective	complete relief of headache - the only drug to take pain away. i used to get a severe headache at least once a month that lasted 48 hours over three days. zomig has given me back my life and works even if the migraine has become established.
8	highly effective	blodd pressure remained in the low area
6	considerably effective	treatment was not for traditional drug use. it was for sexual experimentation--to see if male orgasm response times were decreased and sexual desire after orgasm remained. this did work.
9	highly effective	even though i am a woman, my dermatologist recommended that i use the men's dose of  it definitely thickened my hair, after using the woman's dose for several years, which just kept me from losing hair.
7	considerably effective	"i was a lot younger than what is normally recommended when i started taking effexor at 15, but along with this help of a great therapist it definately seemed to lift that ""cloud"" of depression and my anxiety attacks and insomnia disappeared."
9	highly effective	swelling was diminished is going away.
7	highly effective	it did help with my pain that comes with my  and it's nice to not have a period every month.
10	highly effective	!0 years after spinal stenosis, scar-tissue and additional narrowing of nerve canals causes sever inflammation and pain. my back pain is virtually disappeared, i feel like a new kid on the block
10	highly effective	after 15 days of taking the drug my mood lifted noticeably.  this reached the maximum level after about 5 weeks.  i experienced very high levels of confidence and an ability to focus much more on my goals.  this led to successful achievement and a dramatic move forward in my life.
6	marginally effective	i took the tab around 9am with other meds per instructions, but the medication only lasted around 4 hours at the most, then i began to feel that wiped out feeling once again. i spoke with my gp & it was determined, that since my fatigue is so severe, we would move up immediately. take 2 tablets at 9a.m. then 1 tablet at noon, should i be slowing down, with the engraved fatigue, i will change and rather than take 1 tab at noon, i will take 2 tabs at 1pm. then by 4pm if needed take 1 tablet. will monitor closely, and go in monthly for blood work, as this medication, can cause problems with the liver.
1	ineffective	nil
10	highly effective	control of asthma symptoms; preventative treatment.
6	considerably effective	the benefits foe the pain was good, it helped the constant pain i was having in my muscles and the over all aching
2	marginally effective	i did notice a slight decrease in the deep muscle pain that i normally experience.  there was no pain relief from the shoulder pain and neck pain.  no other benefits were experienced.
9	considerably effective	i get occasional migraine headaches. zomig is very effective in minimizing or eliminating the symptoms, which include severe headache, nausea, photosensitivity. i also get frequent exercise induced headaches, which do not respond to other otc analgesics such as tylenol or motrin. zomig is also very effective in minimizing or eliminating the headache pain.
8	considerably effective	it cleared the throat infection (painful throat when swallowing or even touching the neck) and cough significantly after 5 days, and totally cleared symptoms after 2 weeks. my 78-year-old mother could not tolerate many antibiotics. this is 1 of the few that she could take fortunately.
1	considerably effective	it did clear up my uti but not worth feeling like i did after taking this drug.
4	marginally effective	cleared bacteria on skin slightly
8	moderately effective	moderate lightening of hyperpigmentation, smoothing of fine lines and wrinkles
7	highly effective	reduced blood pressure.  if i was consistent with my dosage, after time if i missed a dose it wouldn't matter.  if i was inconsistent and forgetful with my dosage, i could feel heart palpitations and my bp would rise.  bringing my weight down also helped greatly.  typically my bp w/o dosing is 140/90.  at one time, i got it down to 118/80.  consistency is a key in remembering to take the tablet faithfully every day and at the same time daily.
9	considerably effective	great focus, mental clarity, helped me wake up, made me care about doing things and getting things finished, improved my mood. i started eating better for me (when i did eat), and it made me check my blood glucose levels more (so improved my health).
8	considerably effective	i have already noticed my mood becoming more stable, and it has only been a month since i have started this medicine.  i feel like i have become less emotional and more rational.  i still have some anxiety, but that is why i take buspirone 2x a day with this drug.
7	considerably effective	clearer skin,free from major breakouts
10	highly effective	greatly diminished arthritis pain, increased joint flexibility.
1	ineffective	none
7	highly effective	lowered cholesterol well
10	highly effective	my blood pressure is now in the normal range. my blood pressure ranges from 110 over 80 to 137 over 90. this limits the possibility of stroke.
8	considerably effective	i was good that i only had to take this once per day more often and i probably would have forgotten or become obsessed with remembering.
10	highly effective	acne cleared up and the whiteheads and blackheads and bumps disappeared, and pores visibly shrunk and skin got smoother and softer.
9	highly effective	it is very effective for falling and staying asleep.  much more than over the counter medications.
8	considerably effective	reduce the infect quite a bit after the initial dosage. made it easier to breath and reduced my fever and body ache.
8	highly effective	the medicine alleviated physical symptoms of withdrawal from use of alcohol and significantly decreased anxiety.
5	marginally effective	so far my skin has been red, itchy and peeling, but i have fewer blackheads and smaller pores.  i need keep using it to determine whether it will diminish fine lines and wrinkles.  others say that you need to use it for at lease a month before the side effects diminish.
7	moderately effective	lost 10 pounds.
1	ineffective	my cholesterol level, in the uk, is 3.3 which the specialist tells me is excellent. before taking simvastatin i was prescribed  the change was purely a monetary one. my cholesterol level went down from 6.25 to 3.3 with 
5	moderately effective	at first my skin was looking really great it even made my wrinkles less noticeable 
10	considerably effective	the spironolactone has prevented the large cyst types of acne from forming. my skin looks a lot smoother.
9	considerably effective	the treatment benefits consisted of bringing the thyroid test results into the normal range for the tsh and t4 tests for a post-menopausal woman.
8	highly effective	stops the cholesterol level dramatically.
4	considerably effective	prevented pregnancy
5	highly effective	i had two early stage miscarriages, so i was tested by a reproductive specialist. she diagnosed that i have high blood clot factor. as soon as the third pregnancy was confirmed (5th week), i stated to take lovenox once a day. after reaching 13th week and ultrasound confirmed the baby is growing well, i was allow to be off lovenox. i am now in third trimester and my pregnancy went well.
9	highly effective	helped depression and energy. i entered alcoholics anonymous and began recovery from years of substance abuse.  provigil seems to take the edge off of my prior anxieties and helps to dig deep into the emotional reasons for the abuse.
6	highly effective	aciphex was extremely effective in the treatment of gerd.  it reduced reflux and burning sensation immediately.  unfortunately, due to severe side-effects, medication had to be discontinued.
9	highly effective	almost immediate reduction in pain and inflammation that was not resolved by trimethoprim previously- this is a lower uti drug.  slept much better with less discomfort although tenderness remained for a few days.
8	considerably effective	relieves most migraines if caught fairly early.  i've had some migraines that it was ineffective against.
10	highly effective	my daughter  was unable to focus and concentrate during classes.  her marks were terrible, she was failing many classes in spite of studying for hours on end (i can verify this as i studied with her) her self esteem was very low due to this and the fact that she has a sister who consistently achieves high grades.  she became depressed and frustrated by this situation.after seeing a neurologist and doing many test she was diagnosed with add.  we started her on adderall and the results have been amazing.  now, she does minimal studying and her marks are excellent!  she is able to focus and really pay attention in classes so the information is not only understood but retained.  her self esteem has soared and she is once again a happy little girl.
8	considerably effective	less acne (diminished whiteheads and blackheads), smoother skin, and less redness.
6	moderately effective	it made a noted difference to my depression, but not much to my anxiety. if anyone is hyperactive this drug seemed to be sedating and gentle (if u can handle that).
1	considerably effective	reactions over-road the benefits.  i will simply say that i did not think i received benefits from this particular drug.  there are other pain inhibitors that worked as well as the vicodin with out the druggy feelings and sickness.
10	highly effective	i was able to create a tasks list, complete the list in full and stay focused for a full days work, and not get sidetracked or feel the least bit tired.day after day, i continued to work better than i had been able to for years.
10	highly effective	the treatment benefits were that the incidence of arrhythmia was drastically reduced and the duration of episodes was also drastically reduced. i could go for days, weeks, and months without having any episodes.  when i do heaven episode, it is mild and short lived.
7	highly effective	this medication relieve nervousness and tension and improve sleep disturbances.
8	considerably effective	able to taper off on the and just use this. helped with congestion, helped with sleeping.
6	moderately effective	skin cleared unnoticeable clearance in scars
3	considerably effective	read details
10	highly effective	"diminished extreme highs& lows, decreased anxiety/panic attacks, diminished urges to self mutilate [felt absolutely compelled to punch my legs, arms, and head at times of anxiety attacks a way to numb pain of anxiety inside]. mental clarity. felt a sense of control over eating behaviors [felt i had a choice to binge/purge or not]. this drug was a miracle as i admitted myself to the er after feeling all loss of control over my extreme mood swings [very happy/joyfull to ""no reason to live"" the next minute], my bulimia, self-mutilation, & anxiety. i felt as if i was on a very thin thread of life, i was ready to quit seeking any sign of serenity, until i was given hope with lamictal. i was able to hold on to life, with a promise that soon the medications will start working. mental health issues run deep in my father's family. i've always been hesitant to solve my problems with meds, trying virtually every alternative medicine [even hypnotherapy]. i wish i would have looked into this earlier- knowing that my problems had deep genetic roots [chemical imbalace]."
5	moderately effective	i could sleep eventually due to long term insomnia. slow my thoughts down for the first 2 years.
8	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were good. it took away the red bumps and flushing i had from the roseasa
7	considerably effective	no headaches (had salt sensitive migraines)
5	considerably effective	increased concentration and the ability to study, stay focused and complete tasks in a timely manner.
8	highly effective	one of the side effects of seroquel is sleepiness. depression and fatigue were a result of lack of deep sleep. seroquel allowed the patient to obtain deep (rem) sleep allowing for a rejuvenated physical state that, in turn, lifted the mood and outlook of the patient.
7	moderately effective	i saw a reduction of pore size because i think my skin was getting tighter, i dont know if because of the drying. however, you could see a smoother appearance  i didnt have a significant improvement in the fine lines. i am attributing this because they are expression lines under my eyes.
10	highly effective	control of joint inflammation
6	moderately effective	it did seem to control the my acid reflux in the beginning.  however, being that i am now pregnant (3 months) it doesnt seem to be strong enough to help. my acid reflux is out of control and i was just diagnosed with gastritis.  my stomach burns a lot.
8	highly effective	gabapentin was prescribed to me for bi polar disorder.  using no other meds i have taken this in the past with no side effects. i have been taking gabapentin for about a month.does well with my depression.only took about a week to feel better.strange but true.
8	considerably effective	very effective at eliminating pain
7	moderately effective	i was initially calmer and motivated on 35 mg.  i cleaned house and felt like i was moving in a positive direction.  i was very hopeful that i may be feeling better.  my internal chatter had quieted.
9	considerably effective	it is moderately effective in reducing the pain, and very effective in reducing the inflammation, swelling and heat in the joints.  i had not realized just how effective it is, until i ran out recently, and was without it for a few days.  i guess i had forgotten how debilitating oa can be.  without it, i walk with a cane- with it, i don't need a cane, and can even walk for a mile or so for exercise  without 'paying for it' the next day.
1	ineffective	i was not on the drug long enough to recognize any benefits.  medication was discontinued when first vesicle appeared.
9	considerably effective	reduced swelling due to water retention; reduced high blood pressure.
7	considerably effective	reduce anxiety
6	moderately effective	purging of the skin, some clearing acne.
8	highly effective	completely changed my everyday life in a beneficial way. i was more confident with myself than ever before. before taking the drug, i was cold and hateful for no reason.  i could bite someone's head off very quickly.  after taking the drug, i am now such a nice person and genuinely care about other people and realize that everyone is different...........and that's ok.
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	skin inflamation disappeared
10	highly effective	much less anxiety. was able to nearly stop taking xanax for breakthrough anxiety and panic.was able to sleep well and did not need to take 
9	considerably effective	"it did not make me feel like i was on a major drug.  i still felt like ""myself"" and could experience emotions.  there were no weight loss/gain experiences."
8	highly effective	prevention of pregnancy, acne control, regularity of periods.  took 2 years straight and never got pregnant.  face had no acne problems whatsoever, very clear.  periods were on time, usually run 5 to 7 days, but while taking the pill i knew when my period was getting ready to begin.  when i wasn't on the pill i was irregular and spotted often.
5	marginally effective	i have had headaches since age 17.  the acid reflux isnt as bad as it be.
10	highly effective	low back pain would almost be completely relieved about 40 mins. after taking vicodin.with severe pain, i took 1 1/2 tablets which helped.
7	considerably effective	started to work within 12 hours, much less pus and blood from nostrils. pressure in face reduced with in 36 hours.
7	moderately effective	this is an easy to take flu remedy that lasts only 5 days. it was good to know that as miserable as the flu was, i could finally take action to rid myself of it sooner, as compared to last year when there was no remedy available. by taking tamiflu, i think the duration of the flu may have been shortened by 1-2 days
2	ineffective	although this treatment was intended to alleviate symptoms associated with menopause, either the dosage was insignificant or the product was not appropriate for this particular patient.  no relief was experienced in any way.  if anything, symptoms continue to worsen.
8	considerably effective	better mood, more energy, weight loss.  daily outlook was better, fewer outbursts of anger.  i was able to concentrate a little better and be more focused.  i didnt have any moments of the blues or procrastination.
9	highly effective	lowered cholesterol to normal limits, i feel with this drug and changes in my habits  I have added years to mt life. it is said to protect the heart . i have had a heart attack, so according to my dr. this is good preventive medecine.
6	considerably effective	the benefits of this treatment was there was a decreased amount of bowel movements per day. also severe cramping and urgency to empty the bowel was decreased by 50% and meals could be enjoyed, even when out in public places where a washroom might not be available.
2	marginally effective	next to none - bringing up rubbish did seem to stop at one point - but not for long.
8	highly effective	generally more ability to take charge of my life, organise myself and feel good about myself.  not avoiding situations like i used to and generally able to hold myself together and not fear having onset dizziness/lethargy/tiredness/weakness/withdrawal/stress/hyperventilation that comes with extreme gad.  waking up and not deliberating my every move, ability to sleep at nite and not get myself into a state of panic, less paranoia more inner confidence and self assurance.
1	highly effective	it mostly eliminated the urge to smoke, allowing me to quit. having tried other drugs to quit smoking, i was shocked by how effective this drug was.
10	considerably effective	reduced the bumps somewhat!
8	highly effective	excellent improvement of papular pustular acne
10	highly effective	acne no more after 8 months of use.  i have yet to ever have another break out of acne, much less a more than one flare up of more than one pimple at a time, and that is once in a blue moon.
6	considerably effective	i found that the drug helped with mild depression/dysthymia.
5	considerably effective	hot flashes were less frequent.  libido was improved.  uninterrupted sleep was more common.  emotional balance was obtained
1	highly effective	did not get pregnant
6	considerably effective	i've only been on it for a week but i've noticed a change already. i am more awake and it seems as though a fog has been lifted. i am thinking more clearly and don't feel so down.
10	considerably effective	it had a dramatic impact in terms of reducing how often i would break out. my skin was smoother and more clear.  and the fine lines around my eyes were reduced dramatically.
7	moderately effective	reduced pain and discomfort in both arms.  calmer and less anxious personality. pt enjoyed her life just a slight bit better and was able to participate in other various activities with her friends, family and to do art work that she loves at the day center where she attends two times a week.
1	highly effective	the treatment benefits of vicodin (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) were relief of severe pain from surgical procedure.
10	highly effective	for severe pain and acheness
8	considerably effective	feel better overall, not felling dizzy and able to drive safely , frequent headaches are gone, able to concentrate on work and family, better vision at night time
5	marginally effective	it seemed to relax me, which reduced some of the muscle pain that i had been having.  it seemed to slightly reduce the nerve pain, but not enough to warrant taking it long-term.  other than that, i did not notice benefits specific to my fibromyalgia symptoms.  it did seem to neutralize my feelings however.  i could not experience deep sadness.  so, i can see how it would help with people suffering from depression.
1	ineffective	none
3	marginally effective	"strattera seemed to give me some energy and focus for a few hours.  however, about 5-6 hours after taking the pill, i get sleepy and groggy.  i have never taken a stimulant (newly diagnosed add), but this sounds familiar to the ""crash"" i hear people talking about.  so far the sleepiness and fatigue are out-weighing the benefits of this drug for me."
6	moderately effective	the treatment benefits included feeling less anxiety, stress and pressure in many social situations. i felt less irritable and more willing and open for change. i had been feeling very down on myself and in terms of my emotional well being and stability. i had been feeling a lot of pressure and like i didnt fit in in many situations. i also felt that many things in life were hard- even small things like showering or brushing my teeth. taking this medication helped me to overcome those feelings and be able to do everyday things without seeing them as such a challenge. it stabilized my mood as well so i wasnt experiencing major irritability, intense frustration or anger.
6	considerably effective	reduced acne and refined skin texture. helped to prevent new breakouts to a certain extent.
9	considerably effective	for the treatment of insomnia, this drug induced sleepiness immediately after ingestion which was a and necessary goal of the drug.
1	highly effective	i had been having abdominal pain for quite some time which was diagnosed as h   i started taking the biaxin as pary of   in about 3 days, i noticed that the pain was lessening and i was feeling less run down. i had been ill due to the condition being undiagnosed for about 5 months. the infection was clearing up
8	considerably effective	pain and heartburn from extreme acid reflux is well controlled, hypersensitivity to certain food is suppressed and barrett's esophagus has not progressed.
8	considerably effective	reduced the acid reflux and heartburn that was present in the late evening hours. overall, nexium relieved me of acid reflux and heartburn.
8	considerably effective	provigil energizes me which improves my ability to function. without it, the fatigue i experience due to ms overwhelms me and renders me pretty much useless.
9	highly effective	requip has helped me sleep at night! no more horrible creepy crawley sensations... great medication!
10	highly effective	i could see a dramatic difference in my mood within 3 weeks!  i felt interested in all my hobbies again plus i was smiling and laughing more.  my doctor told me i could be the poster child for paxil.  this drug made a remarkable improvement in my mild depressive state.  i recently (5 wks ago) underwent gastric bypass surgery.  the doctor that performed this surgery told me not to quit taking paxil...it would be like losing my best friend.  i have had absolutely no depression after my surgery (which i understand is not common).  this drug is amazing!
9	highly effective	smoother skin with no pimples present. lessening of fine lines. more even and radiant skin tone
8	considerably effective	increased my estrogen levels, started ovulating again, and after about 6 months my ovulation formed a predictable pattern with an ending menstrual period. it was an easy small sized capsule to swallow and did not break down in water. once ovulation was kicked off and pregnancy still did not occur, it allowed my obstetrician to focus on other possible problems.
1	considerably effective	i got much better in a few days.
8	highly effective	this medication was initially prescribed for pain management and was somewhat effective, but a new neurologist suggested increasing the dose as an addition to the anti-seizure medications that were not completely controlling my epilepsy   this addition finally got the seizures completely under control.
2	marginally effective	not very many at all. my blood pressure is still high sometimes. doctor advice me not to increase dosis.but i am scared to stop the medication by myself and have serious health problems.
7	moderately effective	regularly reduced fasting blood glucose by 20-30 points
4	moderately effective	reduced risk of stroke
6	moderately effective	reduction in white heads however i think i still need longer treatment to get rid of blackheads, i am hoping it will also help to slow down aging process. i must be careful not to get pregnant as it might cause problems . i believe it is contraindicated in pregnancy. i am also using for  it started to provide results during 2nd month of treatment.
10	highly effective	the urinary tract infection which causing frequent urination and a lot of discomfort was completely cleared up after i took this drug.  this drug has been effective for me on more than one occasion.
9	highly effective	very beneficial. no issues or side effects and my monthly period became more normal versus very heavy bleeding. im still on the medication and will continue as directed until full menopause 
9	highly effective	infection, swelling and pain reduction with in 3 days
10	highly effective	helps me to concentrate and focus for a more prolonged period of time than adderall xr  when taking adderall xr  i had a lot of side effects ranging from dry mouth to aggressive behavior. i was very irritable with adderall xr, but with i am not irritable at all as a symptom of the drug. i focus and concentrate much better, and for much longer, i have no symptoms. i feel more calm and more happy on 
10	highly effective	when i took the medication as prescribed, if i were to smoke, i would feel sick to my stomach, it suppressed the thoughts of smoking, and the cravings.  as i have read, its not so much the nicotine, since i can sleep for 8 hours without craving nicotine, its the little voice in my head that tells me its time for my bad habit.  it also suppressed any craving for alcohol.
5	marginally effective	i'm just starting.i've been on it for a week now and i've lost 5 lbs im also on my period right now im not sure if that effects weight loss or not.i have a bout 14 days left to be on it and then i will be taken off because of the side effects my doctor only put me on it for 21 days my goal is to lose atleast 7 lbs before im off.i will let you know how it goes!
9	highly effective	i used it for six months and it worked like a charm.  got through colds with out descending into sinus infections( the usual result).  then it stopped working!  it has never worked again.  how sad.  doctors had addicted me to nose spray in high school  the only other time i was symptom dree was when i was nursing.  this seemed like a godsend.  i wished it still worked'
7	considerably effective	detoxing effect by pushing out the system through the skin. initially, toxins will come through skin in the form of acne/pus. then, toxin is supposed to be expelled through bowel movement. the total duration treatment is 3 months.
10	highly effective	the albuterol relieved the constriction, irritation and wheezing i experienced. it worked both as a preventive and as a curative measure for those symptoms. i have occasionally experienced exercise induced asthma (actually after i stop exercising) and taking the albuterol in advance helped alleviate that.
8	considerably effective	serve acne has turned to middle
10	highly effective	my overall mood, sense of well being, energy level was increased with better sleep pattern restored. i also noted improvement in my facial firmness and skin tone.
8	considerably effective	up until 2 years ago, it worked really well on any scarring i had but in the past 2 years it's been irritating when i apply and it doesnt seem to work on the hyperpigmentation i now have.
4	highly effective	slowed the progression of left ventricular dysfunction into overt heart failure alone or with other agents in the managment of hypertension management of congestive heart failur
1	highly effective	although this type of birth control has more cons than pros, it did help with my cramps. it's also effective with the prevention of pregnancy. (along with use of condoms as well)
10	highly effective	i was used to having cramps so badly that they would leave me balled up in bed for at least 2 days.  the doesnt take the pain away completely, but takes the edge off so much that normal activities were possible. definitely a miracle medication!!
3	marginally effective	"the acid reflux went away for a few months after just a few days of being on the drug. the heartburn started again as soon as i stopped taking it. so i began treatment again. 6 months passed and i stopped taking it. the heartburn came back, and seemed worse even. the doctor said i should try another 6 month treatment. i did, and the same exact thing happened. this went on for about three years. i asked why this wasn't curing my reflux. the doctor quite frankly told me that it wasn't a cure, but a ""treatment for the symptoms"". i was told that i would probably be on it for the rest of my life."
2	marginally effective	i think that the lyrica was starting to help with the pain, but the side-effects were just too severe to continue.
1	ineffective	after taking propecia for over a year, starting when i was 20 years of age my hair continued to thin, and i noticed no significant benefits
9	highly effective	my mood has noticably improved, i have more energy, experience better sleep and digestion.
10	considerably effective	although this drug was originally prescribed for depression, it helped with sleeplessness. therefore, i have continued to take it for that alone. while i still on occasion have problems falling asleep, i find i can combine it with melatonin or valerian. in 12 years, i haven't had to increase the elavil dosage.
10	highly effective	this simply just works fast and without any of the nasty side effects of ssri medicines. i wont go into a long story of my panic attacks which i sought help for many years after the fact. this just works and it does what it's supposed to without any annoying side effects. when taken daily, it has stopped my panic attacks from starting and thinking patterns that lead to them. i find it can also be used as needed along with the daily treatment.
1	ineffective	none - did nothing to help allergies. i just had a dryer, more painful version of my allergies with new allergies/irritations developing on top of my original ones. this stuff is dangerous and the side effects that many people are experiencing are not listed on the package. a class action lawsuit needs to happen.
7	considerably effective	i experienced complete clearing of the vaginosis after the was completed.
8	highly effective	"smoother more gradual onset and effect than adderall. effective at controlling add symptoms previously controlled by adderall however this drug seems more natural and transparent. less tension and anxiety. less ""druggy"" unnatural feelings and thoughts."
8	considerably effective	i found that this drug helps significantly with my level of depression and monthly irritability that occurs around my menstrual cycles.
9	considerably effective	for the first time in my life i had enough lashes to apply mascara to.  i had tried eyelash extensions which only broke off or pulled out what few thin lashes i did have.  strip lashes were itchy and uncomfortable.  i now have normal lashes.even though i only applied it to upper lashes the lower lashes have grown longer and thicker too.
4	considerably effective	aldara did seem to crust up my previous skin cancer area and help minimize my scar from mohs surgery for skin cancer. due to the side effects i could only tolerate for one week opposed to 6 week regimen 
8	highly effective	reduction in anxiety, no panic attacks.  drug is extremely effective
6	moderately effective	i'm taking gabapentin to treat nerve disorder. my nerves are inflamed and causes to experience pelvic pain and other pelvic disorders. the gabapentin sometimes works but i do experience relapse.for the migraines i find that the of works better with no side effect for my migraines, but the has a better track record.
1	marginally effective	don't know yet back to pediatrician today
8	considerably effective	very good at relieving anxiety.  good at generally calming me down and 'leveling me out' to make functioning easier.  helps a little to relax muscle tension.  calming effect makes an excellent sleep aid.
6	moderately effective	controlled the psoriasis, however did not reduce its presence.
8	highly effective	cure the eczema and it took aout teh roughest of the skin
9	considerably effective	reduction of panic attacks and depression to almost nil
10	highly effective	i took isotretinoin for persistent adult acne.  my skin was not by any means awful, but i did have evident pimples on my forehead and chin, and awful, awful blackheads on my nose that despite daily steaming and extraction, were terrible.  the drug totally cleared up my face, and my blackhead literally dried up in front of my eyes.  my once horribly oily skin changed to almost normal.
8	moderately effective	the treatment benefits included skin regeneration, and decreased acne.  my skin felt more smooth and the pigmentation was disappearing   overall, the goals were accomplished however the redness of the skin took over.
9	considerably effective	fits settled down to maybe 1 a fortnight which were daily before this medication
6	considerably effective	reduce number of ms relapses
10	highly effective	i had taken pulmicort, and other inhalants, with no major changes.  it became more difficult to maintain my exercise and lively life style. i gave in and began symbicort and immediately experienced a relief of shortness of breath, wheezing   i feel like a new person. i still have a reaction to cold wind, and very high humidity, but so much better.  i rarely use my albuterol.
8	considerably effective	i'm feeling more grounded; highs and lows are less extreme.  you could say that my emotional 'playing field' is more level.
1	marginally effective	it seemed to work at first, but then the side effects started. fatigue, severe memory loss, poor decisions, urinary incontinence, personality changes (crabby, irritable, withdrawn). the hard part is i can't seem to get off this stuff!! the withdrawals are horrible, shakiness, feelings of doom, loss of appetite, nausea, palpitations. it scares me so much that i just start taking it again. im stuck!! don't ever start this stuff, there is something wrong with it. i don't know if i will ever be myself again.
8	considerably effective	decrease in acne pustules
8	considerably effective	alert, awake, focused
7	marginally effective	my  bone density's results have always been stable and i was told to continue with the drug.
7	moderately effective	i was more alert during the first part of the day but i found that it wore off by the afternoon. i could focus clearly, and if i needed a boost during the day another dose was enough.
8	considerably effective	sleeping 7-8 hours without hangover
10	highly effective	"i have taken antidepressants for many years, and this is first that did not ""flip the switch"" on sexuality.  i no longer feel like i am looking out of a dark room.  i have more energy, feel more motivated, and overall function at a higher level than before."
8	moderately effective	ostensibly this will halt or even reverse the effects of male-pattern baldness. so far, one month in, there is not a great deal to report. i expected my hair loss to temporarily increase, as i had read in the literature that as dormant hair follicles reactivate, they push dead hairs out in order to form new ones. in other word, hair in a dead follicle will linger for a few months, and reactivation of the follicle will push out the old hair to make room for the new. so far, this has not occurred. the product must be taken for up to two years for any noticeable hair growth to take place, so i really haven't been on it long enough to judge its re-growth potential. in terms of halting the process, however, i must say there are fewer hairs in my brush each morning, so it's possible the drug is having an effect already. i will post a fuller report in another forty-seven months, i suppose.
3	moderately effective	i have a-typical migraines which gives me weird sensation in my ears such as roaring and the sense that they are vibrating.  i also do have headaches that seem to come from ears and the back of my neck.  it help me feel better and started to decrease my symptoms but side effects were worse than original symptoms.  it helped me to ignore my symptoms and helped me to get through the day.
10	highly effective	migraine headache would stop
9	considerably effective	assists with getting to sleep and due to longer half life than other ie alprazolam)anxiety is less upon waking. whilst alprazolam is extremely effective for immediate reduction in arousal, i find lorazepam more effective for overall lowering of anxiety.it has been especially helpful to start the day with little or no anxiety rather than with a high arousal level immediately needing management or medication.
10	highly effective	i had   persistent periodontal problems, both stressful and painful.  every dentist i saw  told me i was going to lose my teeth.  this drug  cleared up the condition.  it protected me against inflammation for the entire period of time that i took it.  i continued taking the drug much longer than is usually recommended because it was so effective. the effectiveness did not seem to diminish.
7	considerably effective	relieves depression, helps other things such as sleep, dieting, exercise, relationships, responses to stimulus   the cost is lower than other antidepressants which can be a help to those on a budget.
6	highly effective	to stop with the migraines, seizures and pain from the fibromyalgia,also have neuropathy in hands and feet from diabetes
10	highly effective	the stuff works like a charm--fast and effective.
7	considerably effective	the drug was pretty good for pain. they had me on morphine, which was horrible. the pain was preferable to the crazy dreams and paranoia i had. they then tried oxycontin, which was the best pain drug they gave me, but too addictive... so they moved me to vicodin products, which worked pretty well, with surprisingly few side effects.
8	highly effective	effective at controlling seizures without dizziness
7	considerably effective	able to tolerate the pain
8	considerably effective	very effective pain killer
9	highly effective	eventually cleared my moderate acne. had recieved antibiotics etc previously which reduced it from severe to moderate, but then accutane completely cleared my skin after 5 months
10	highly effective	brought down my overall cholesterol reading from 218 to 150, ldl from 135 to 90 and triglycerides from 180 to 140 within 3 months time.
10	considerably effective	the cream made the basal cell carcinoma and actinic keratoses react, scab up, and heal to nice smooth skin after about two weeks after treatment with the cream ended.
10	highly effective	no undesired pregnancies, lighter period
6	marginally effective	i took minocycline hoping that it would clear up my acne. i have been taking tetracycline for over 2 years without no result, frustrated, my doctor prescribed minocycline  after 1 year, i was still having break out just not as bad.
10	highly effective	no menopause benefits are loss off symptoms of menopause  improved mood leval. i have felt more energetic aand as stated a general mood elevation. i have started working out , less irritable and overall calmer. the hormone replacement has improved my lifestyle and relationships to others. i am know longer quick tempered or irritable.
10	highly effective	lost over 30 pounds and still going!
8	highly effective	acne cleared totally,skin became even.
10	highly effective	after 2 days of taking the medication my stomach pain subsided.  the burning i also began to go away.  it took a full week for everything to return to normal for mw.
9	considerably effective	the pressure in my eyes decreased with use over a period of four months.
6	moderately effective	skin in certain areas (e.g. forehead, cheeks) sun damage became less noticeable. fine lines have slightly improved. however fine lines on the lower eyelids have become worse. it was therefore, not used on fine lines on the lower eyelids the entire 1 year. i have used it approximately 4 months out of the 1 year in this area. it made it crease up and look wrinkled
4	highly effective	the med. controlled my seizure disorder.
10	highly effective	very well managed blood pressure within normal, healthy range.  i had an allergic reaction to a more common blood pressure medication, lisinopril (which is a combination of a thiazide diuretic and an ace inhibitor).  the newer tekturna has worked perfectly for me with only the slightest dizziness when i rose too quickly early on, but no side effects at all after the first few weeks.
10	highly effective	smoother skin,less lines on the face and neck area,collagen in skin is firmer and supple
1	moderately effective	the drug reduced the frequency of acid reflux events and the associated pain
9	moderately effective	lowered blood pressure.  this was the last prescribed medication for out of control high blood pressure.  apparently, it takes all three of the work together. with all of them, my blood pressure is within normal guidelines (or very close), but without any one of them, there is an immediate rise
10	highly effective	after 60 days on crestor, 5 mg. per day, in combination with changes to my diet, my ldl (bad) cholesterol fell from 180 mg/dl (high risk) to 95 mg/dl (optimal), a drop of nearly half.  my triglyceride levels were reduced as well.
9	highly effective	at the recommendation of the life extension foundation, i was taking 1850 mg per day of metformin prophylactically -- as an anti-aging medicine. gene assay testing by that metformin suppresses the gene, acting as a calorie reduction memetic. calorie reduction is the only currently proven way to extend life span, and the hope is that metformin will mimic this. ( herb ) also does this.
6	considerably effective	it made me feel like my old self again, i was able to go to work and actually get things done and the medication took care of the edgy feeling i had and alot of my tendency to fly off the handle.  the medicine seemed to work great except for a few side effects.
6	moderately effective	before i started on the drug lexapro, i felt lethargic and didnt want to get out of bed each morning. i hated getting up and facing the day. i would sit and watch the time pass by. finally, i went to my dr. for a checkup and he diagnosed me as being depressed. he put me on wellbutrin and lexapro 10 mg. i was instructed to take the pill 2 times per day everyday. for the first week i felt disconnected from myself but by the 2nd week i started to feel as if each morning was something to look forward to. i believe that lexapro was a great addition to my life during my troubled times.
6	moderately effective	helped alleviate whip lash symptoms
8	considerably effective	weight loss, more energy
9	highly effective	i have mild hypothyroidism, so i wasn't necessarily aware of what having an under functioning was doing to my body.  still, i was able to detect changes (for the better) after taking synthroid for a few months.  the primary benefit i aw was highly highly improved concentration, which has made school/work such a pleasure.  i think my metabolism also improved slightly.
6	considerably effective	it decreased my acne but never acne free,less oily skin,
10	highly effective	face cleared up considerably  it took about 2 months for the drug to become considerably effective though.
7	considerably effective	i liked this drug very much, because the stronger doses of antibiotics gave me horrible yeast infections. however, this one didnt quite so much. it still kept my acne at bay, and worked.
8	considerably effective	definitely lowered anxiety.
10	highly effective	reduce a lot the heartburn feeling, and after a week treatment no more heartburn where visible. every other meal i was taken produced a lot of acid juices in my stomach, after that treatment this never happen.
8	considerably effective	the drug has slowed down the process of osteoporosis in my hips.  i feel much better, with less pain than before.  i was very pleased with my checkup when i went to my doctor.  i feel the combination of the and the continue to improve my condition and make my bones stronger.
10	highly effective	feels like it stops nearly all acid production, heartburn is gone.  due to cardia weakness stomach contents can still travel up esophagus but no burning sensation is felt.  regardless there is still some mild irritation in my esophagus.
5	marginally effective	cold not discern because there was no clinical symptom other than tsh leel was low.the lab test result indicate improvement in tsh level but the doctor did not increase the dosage of the drug.
2	considerably effective	my pain and anxiety were considerably lower. i felt like any situation was controllable and i was much more effective at my daily tasks.  the panic attacks, chest pains, and severe worry were almost completely gone. an added benefit was that muscle pain that i always seemed to have was also gone. i rarely had to take any pain meds. it seemed like a miracle.
8	considerably effective	i did go to sleep more easily. im not sure how effective the time release is, because i often would wake up 4-5 hours later. sometimes i didnt take it to sleep, but upon waking at 3pm, would take one to go back to sleep. they say to not take unless you have 8 hours to sleep, but this is not the case with me. the cutoff time is 4-5 hours.
7	considerably effective	angeliq did eliminate the night sweats and kept the hot flashes to a mininum. i have had severe vaginal dryness (even tearing) and a host of infections (yeast & bacterial). i remain a bit irritated and i have no sex drive.
10	highly effective	i was able to completely stop a migraine from happening once i felt one starting.  this has been extremely beneficial to me.  i have gotten my life back.  i would have 1-2 migraines a week which would put me in bed for 2 days.  i would take pain killers, which only knocked me out, doing nothing to alleviate the pain.  i was missing a large part of my life, being in bed.  also i never knew when i would have to cancel plans or stay home from work due to a migraine.  i felt very unreliable, which is not me.  i am a very responsible person.
10	highly effective	migraine problem: i now only have rare occurance of migraines, less than once a year.  before treatment i had a migraines almost continuously, and took at least twice a week. potential benefits is prevention or delay of osteoporosis, since my mother had severe osteoporosis 
5	moderately effective	i sought treatment for two problems in my life: my temper with my daughter and my lack of motivation.  this drug really helped me to control my temper.  in fact, the temper became nonexistent.  i used to yell a lot and stopped completely within two weeks of being on this medication.  however, this was the only benefit i experienced.
10	considerably effective	for the first time in my life, i had enough eyelashes to apply mascara to.  i had tried eyelash extensions previously but they only worsened the problem by breaking off or pulling out what skimpy lashes i did have.  after several months of latisse i have eyelashes and even though i apply it only to upper lashes it has made lower lashes grow too.
8	considerably effective	the wellbutrin with 20 mg of prozac daily as an adjunct alleviated most symptoms of depression.  better sleep as a result, and more energy throughout the day.
8	considerably effective	along with the tamiflu, pretty much cleared up any problems i had except for my cough. it was not as bad as a cough, but was still present. it took about 2 days for the medication to actually work but it does a good job.
10	highly effective	nearly instant pain relief , extremely efficace
6	moderately effective	hair loss. helps hair follicles become less sensitive to 
3	marginally effective	my cholesterol was lowered by about 15 points. i did not seem to do anything else nor was it supposed to.
3	highly effective	the treatment cured the sore throat for which it was prescribed 
6	moderately effective	the treatment benefits for the cream were improved skin tone, appearance of reduced wrinkles on forehead, under eye area, upper lip and nose. the skin felt softer and pimples were not prominent.
10	highly effective	increased bone density by 11% first year.
7	highly effective	very good euphoria. more focused in school. had a very very good feeling in torso area. i forget to eat sometimes and afterwards hurts very  very bad. you do not realize that your hungry.
8	considerably effective	it's been only one week and i am seriously amazed at the results. some small spots are invisible and i can see the larger ones fading, my skin already looks more even and balanced and less irritated...after only one week!!! i also love the matte finish it leaves, so you are looking greasy and oily all day. it's hard to believe but i am getting really excited for the results
9	considerably effective	i took this medication, valtrex, upon first experiencing the sensation of tingling and itching symptoms associated with the onset of the beginning of a cold sore/fever blisters (herpes-simplex) outbreak on my face which i had experienced many times before - usually once a year.the next day after taking valtrex as prescribed, redness of the area affected on my face did develop and a blister did appear to be forming, but the affected area had ceased to itch. by the second day, there had been no further development of redness or additional blistering as there would have been in previous times before taking this medication.on the third day, the redness and initial sign of blister formation had diminished even further.by the fifth day after taking this medication, there were no longer any signs or symptoms of what had started out to be, as i had experienced in my previous cold sore outbreaks, a 10 to 12 day spell of uncomfortable and unsightly fever blisters. this medication made a real and positive difference for me in the development, discomfort and duration of the symptoms of a cold sore/fever blisters (herpes-simplex) outbreak.
10	highly effective	do not experience hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings or insomnia due to menopause when using the 
1	ineffective	well i just wanted to comment or get some incite on this medication. i was just proscribed this medication yesterday took first one before bed as doctor said and woke up this morning feeling like i had drank a case of beer i stumbled getting up out of bed then i felt like i was dying of thirst was just wondering how normal this was? oh and i was very sleepy and unable to wake up till nearly noon i started to sober up. i have a old son that i stay home with so i need to be able to function. when i had spoke to my doctor about the problems i was having i told him that i did not want to be on anything strong i had previously been put on vicodin, oxy and i hated it i could not take care of my son i could not function im just trying to find a solution for my pain without being messed up.! see back in october of 2009 i fell backwards into a dresser corner while putting my sons clothes up in welkin closet had two possible fractures and two slipped disks was in a neck brace from oct-feb so please let me know if you have any idea what i can do my insurance will not cover physical therapy unfortunately .....
5	highly effective	minimized pain immediatley and made back injury seem non-existant
5	moderately effective	my overall cholesterol reduced to just over 4, but not ldl which still remained high within that total. this in my opinion is due to my thyroid condition.
3	moderately effective	little if any relief from headache.
2	moderately effective	i found for me it was great for pain relief. also, unlike some of the anti-inflammatory drugs i had taken in the past, i was not drowsy or sluggish during the day and i felt as if i could function normally.
5	considerably effective	chantix did effectively reduce the urge to have a cigarette.  taken twice per day was most effective, but side effects precluded that dosage for this patient(see below). chantix was taken in the morning, and patient rarely, if ever, even thought of wanting or 'needing' a cigarette during the day.  in the evening, however, (when the second pill was due to be taken, but wasn't), and especially if patient had an alcoholic beverage, the urge to smoke returned  with a vengence, though a few puffs were all it took to kill the urge.  when patient stopped taking chantix (after a year of use), the urge for nicotine returned.
9	considerably effective	easy to apply, combination of retinol and antibiotic.  treated acne and an anti-aging treatment too.  the gel is odorless and goes on easily.  it is also non-greasy which is important if you have combination or oily skin.
5	considerably effective	the benefits are that it does take away night sweats and hot flashes.
7	considerably effective	"after trying celexa for several months this drug finally made a difference with my anxiety and obsessive compulsive personality disorder. i noticed considerable change after using for 3-4 weeks. i am much more tolerant of things being ""out of control"" and have stopped some of my ""patterns""."
1	ineffective	i was not able to ascertain any benefits from being treated with this medication.  its purpose was pain relief, and i did not experience any alleviation of my pain.
7	considerably effective	i have slightly high blood pressure on the diastolic side. did a good job at maintaining good levels without increasing my pulse which i experienced with other bp meds.
4	ineffective	viagra did help me in achieving an erection after prostrate surgery. other methods that were offered were not as attractive at the 3 times daily dosage of viagra.
9	highly effective	while taking this method of birth control, my period only came once every three months. it was much lighter than before and only lasted 3 days instead of 6, which was normal before. i didnt experience any bloating. it's a very cost-effective method compared to three-month supply of normal 28 day cycle pills.
5	moderately effective	decreased appetite, help to stop abusing alcohol
1	ineffective	i didnt take the product long enough to evaluate the benefits. i quit because of side effects.
8	considerably effective	significant, but not complete, relief from symptoms (sneezing, itchy eyes, cough, hives) while exposed to allergens - cats, certain plants. works best as preventative, but also works fine for relief from symptoms.
7	highly effective	the benefits from the ambien cr were phenomenal when trying to fall asleep. it worked very well.
8	highly effective	finally clear skin and less oil!  prior to accutane i had to wash my hair daily it was so oily  but now i easily an go a day or two.   my face and back were perfectly clear.
10	highly effective	able to breath at night, less sneezing. i woke up with less nasal stuffiness and felt clear headed. i also appreciated the moisturizing glycerin in nasonex. i have a extremely dry nasal mucosa so there was definitely a benefit to that.
8	highly effective	got rid of the uti, however, it took longer than d-mannose a non-prescription otc natural sugar which also had no side-effects
1	ineffective	there were no benefits, only bad side effects in that the drug significantly worsened my ability to breath.
9	highly effective	while taking xyrem, i slept exceptionally well at night, woke up rested, and strangely, within months of starting the medication, lost fifteen or more pounds.
7	moderately effective	when i started first taking it it was great. i would get up in the am no brain fog, and could work the whole day not being tired. by night time though i was exhausted. after a month or so i still get up early but by afternoon i am so tired i usually try to take a nap or just keep going and eventually it will get better. i have not tried taking another in the afternoon. i have tried to up the dose in the am with no difference.
10	highly effective	the medicine keeps me calm under all circumstances, and helps me to sleep at night. i used to have panic attacks at times before i began using this medicine. now the panic attacks are few and far between. although i do not like to drive while taking the medicine, if i must i can with no problems. in social situations i am much more myself and can relax and have fun. i have had 3 mini-strokes. since i began treatment with xanax i have not had a single episode.
9	highly effective	"before lexapro i was so depressed i could not function. i forced myself to work, and would come home exhausted. i had suicidal ideation and severe anxiety. i had ""bouts"" of depression before, but was never treated. my separation and death of my mother and loss of my job in one years time pushed me past what i could get myself out of. i was irritable, unsociable, had no desire to eat (lost 50 lbs that i could stand to lose in 6 months), cried all the time. i started lexapro 3 months ago, almost 4. i began at 10 mg and it was upped to 20 mg. i feel like i am starting to have my life back. i laugh again (genuinely). i can get up for work, i can socialize. i still have days where i feel like crying and am very scared.. but it passes quickly. i have almost regained my general sense of optimism again. (i was always happy go lucky). i have no ideation anymore.lexapro is giving me my life back. it is like someone cleaned a really dirty window. i can see things more clearly now and do not ruminate as much as i did or have guilt feelings that are inappropriate. it saved my life."
7	considerably effective	there was a significant reduction in mouth pain. i was able to relax following periodontal surgery and not worry about family obligations and responsibilities.
6	moderately effective	moderate lifting of depressive episode, made it so i could function better in everyday life.
9	highly effective	the patient saw effective acne control within 4 weeks.  she still had occasional acne lesions but saw clearing of most of the   because there were few new acne lesions, the hyperpigmentation she got along with the acne was not happening, and the hydroquinone helped to clear the hyperpigmentation she already had.  at four weeks, her skin tone was even.
9	highly effective	i stopped smoking after one week of starting the treatment. i never picked up another cigarette. the cravings for the sensation of smoking, as well as the craving for nicotine were short and sharp, and lessened within a short period of time. i was able to sit with another smoker and not smoke ( or want to smoke) within one and a half weeks of stopping. incidentally i lost 4 - 5 kgs within 4 weeks of taking the drug.
4	highly effective	over time, this drug caused a massive reduction in my ocd hand washing rituals. i also no longer had to avoid public places for fear of germs.  furthermore, clomipramine caused an immediate decrease in day to day anxiety and worry.
10	highly effective	the nuvaring has proven to be very effective for me. i have had a lot of problems with birth control throughout my life. having tried many if not all possible  birth control treatments, i believe this is the one that works the best for me. it is practical and very few side effects when compared to the oral contraceptives, iuds or  injections.
8	considerably effective	the benefits are that the medication is very effective in treating menstrual cramping. three times daily dosage is also quite convenient. i have been taking this medication for over 10 years and i don't see any long term side effects associated with it. another benefit is that the medication is very useful in preventing menstrual cramp. if it is taken before menstruation, i wont experience any cramp at all.
8	considerably effective	i would say that in general, i feel more happy since im taking effexor. i am more patient and less agressive. i was really irritable with a constantly ''under pressure'' feeling before. now i feel a bit less concentrate maybe but way more relax.
8	highly effective	had generalized anxiety daily prior to treatment, and panic attacks that impaired ability to function normally and quality of life in general. medication did not completely eliminate feelings of anxiety, but did a great job of reducing them. taking the medication serzone, made it possible to rely on the medication xanax less and less, to the point only had to take it seldom as needed.
8	considerably effective	"enables me to get on with my life and be mobile. without it my back and neck become ""stiff"" so i also combine taking the drug with daily exercise to keep myself as fit as is possible. my condition was inherited from my father."
8	considerably effective	as near as we can tell, this drug (which is intended for men with enlarged prostates) relaxed ureter muscles, relieving the sensation of kidney stone pain, and also relaxed bladder muscles that had caused painful urination.
7	considerably effective	reduction of pain, pain reduction was necessary in order to be able to withstand the pain of aggressive physical therapy, i reduced the frequency of use after the first 3 days to avoid secondary complications such as intestinal damage, constipation, etc.
8	moderately effective	preventing further hair loss
9	highly effective	effectively controlled acid reflux.  before treatment patient had severe acid reflux which was not controlled by other medications.  after trying many other drugs the patient was prescribed protonix and it worked very effectively.  the patient was then able to eat regular meals with no ill effects.
10	highly effective	first treatment in 50 years that helped the constant but elusive pain in my nervous system, causing me to sleep an hour or two at a time at best.  the pain is 100% gone when i take the ... back when i do not.
3	marginally effective	marginal, not sure if recovery was from the drug or from the infection running it's course.
7	moderately effective	wrinles seemed less defined
1	ineffective	none. she did an anaphylaxis schock and she did not receive any benefit .
3	considerably effective	apparently lowered cholesterol and blood pressure
10	highly effective	the drug calmed me down and stopped me from crying constantly.i only took it when absolutely necessary which was a huge benefit, unlike the anti anxiety drugs given out now which you have to take every day for long periods.valium works instantly and i never had any problems at all with it. i do not understand why it is not given out instead of all these other antidepressants which are readily available and cause huge problems and come with awful side effects.
8	considerably effective	i started out with 100 mg twice a day and after about 3 years i've had to increase dosage to 200 mg in the morning and 100 mg at bedtime. it seems to keep my arthritis fairly under control but i have never been able to just take it once a day but i've also had arthritis for 35+ years. unfortunately cold fronts and weather changes still bother my joints. this medicine keeps me active and pretty much able to do most of what i want to do.
10	highly effective	my skin cleared up and my pores shrank significantly. my skin looked flawless. my pores have remained smaller long-term (5+ years post treatment).
9	highly effective	relaxed
7	considerably effective	i suffered from acid reflux symptoms which included mild stomach upset and a full feeling after eating. prevacid eliminated these symptoms very effectively to the point that i did not need repeated doses of over the counter anti-gas medication and antacids.
1	highly effective	"without question, actiq is an extremely effective drug if you are in chronic severe pain and have no responsibilities.  actiq relaxes the body and the brain becomes numb and able to handle ongoing pain effectively.  it is fast acting in the subcutaneous, ""lollipop"" form and within minutes you are comfortable.the flavor is also quite pleasant."
4	moderately effective	treatment cleared up the infection.
10	highly effective	i have been taking meridia for the last 6 weeks and have lost 16 lbs.  it has decreased my appetite and i am not thinking about food all the time.  combined with diet and exercise this has helped me out a lot.
1	ineffective	no impact whatsoever.  it was like i wasn't even taking anything.  the otc ibuprofen i was taking before my doctor appointment was more effective.
10	highly effective	as a medical professional (newly graduated medical student now in first year of residency), i am able to feel more alert and focused during the day even after having been up all night.  as free time is scarce in residency, i am now able to study when i would otherwise be too exhausted to do anything.
10	highly effective	-prevented pregnancy perfectly-enlarged breasts-regulated periods-lighter flow during menstrual cycle-cleared skin for (moderate) acne
5	highly effective	i no longer had seizures. i was having a seizure everytime i ate food. my seizure response was food.
10	highly effective	after trying a variety of high blood pressure medicines my doctor prescribed   lowered my blood pressure to acceptable levels of 100/70 from 130/90.  the difference between this medicine and prior ones seems to be the diuretic.  after experiencing the positive benefits of the diuretic i began watching my sodium intake.  i avoid any food that contains 900 or over mgs of sodium per serving.  this pretty much eliminates most canned soups, dry packaged side dishes and frozen foods.  after 16 months of watching my sodium intake i have become much more sensitive to sodium and no longer use table salt
9	highly effective	malaria prevention.  also patient did not encounter any mosquito bites.
10	highly effective	i became more active and lost 10 of the 14 pounds i had gained.  i have more energy, and feel like myself again.
9	highly effective	completely controlled nausea and vomiting.
8	highly effective	i was only sleeping around 5 hrs per night. i felt sleepy all the time. i had episodes when my whole body would ache, every joint and muscle. it felt like someone had their hands around my neck, squeezing it until my eyes would pop out
8	highly effective	marked reduction in (age) spots, marked reduction in wrinkles around mouth and eyes, skin surface became much smoother and softer.  truly turned back time.  visible results within weeks and first 2 months were remarkable, but over the last year, the benefits have continued and areas of brown discoloration i thought would need laser therapy are almost cleared up!  i also had some scar dents that have cleared up and/or mostly gone!
10	marginally effective	the treatment benefits from topamax did not outweigh the side effects.  there was minimal reduction in vocal tics caused by tourette syndrome and significant reduction in appetite that led to weight loss of approx. 20 lbs.
1	ineffective	none
4	considerably effective	cleared acne
9	highly effective	i used to live on my mdi . i started maintenance drugs and symbicort and it has changed my world. i, on average  dont have to take my mdi at all anymore. i have my days that i have to, living in texas can be a nightmare of allergies. i can do more activities without feeling so short of breath. i have not had any major side effects yet...overall after starting im doing much better. for anyone with asthma i would suggest they try this drug.
3	marginally effective	according to her & what i was able to observe  there was not much benefits to this treatment  .
9	highly effective	little improvement for first week or so but then incredible turnaround. went from regularly not being able to walk properly due to inflamed sacroiliac joints and general back pain and flu-like aches across whole body most days to a new woman! after 3 months have noticed the last couple of weeks some of the aches and pains starting to come back slightly towards end of the week but overall extremely positive.
1	ineffective	oh there was benefits, i did not have allergies and my my heart rate was down.
3	considerably effective	the drug caused the iris to contract so that the drains that relieve fluid buildup causing high pressure are pulled open.  while using the drug the pressure in my eyes remained stable but high.  it had the added benefit of sharpening my vision for a long time so that i did not need to wear glasses for reading etc.
10	highly effective	almost immediate relief of allergy symptoms, freer breathing
6	considerably effective	since using the retin-a along with the accutane, i have noticed a great improvement in the look of my skin.  there are less clogged pores and it definitely more smooth and even in skin tone.  any fine lines around my mouth and on my forehead have diminished but it hasn't helped much with fine lines around my eyes.
9	highly effective	the medication ease the nausea and my stomach was at ease for at more than a week.  the medication relaxed the muscles in my stomach and released the gas trapped.
6	moderately effective	the treatment resulted in significantly lower blood pressure - in total a drop of over 30 points on both the upper and lower readings.
10	highly effective	mood stability and two safe pregnancies wtih healthy children.
7	moderately effective	helped lower blood sugar
9	considerably effective	other osteoporosis prevention drugs have many side effects.  this particular drug has almost no side effects and has shown evidence in clinical testing to reduce the occurance of breast cancer.  the only side effects i had are leg cramps and apparently, only a very few women experience this condition.
6	considerably effective	a more positive outlook and much easier social interaction.  introversion diminished and friendly extroversion became more natural.  it was easier to start and finish projects because energy previously wasted on negative thoughts and actions was now available for constructive purposes.
8	highly effective	rapid heart beat stoped, and blood pressure went down.
9	considerably effective	"i saw great symptom reduction in my facial eczema which included itchiness and redness. previously i was treating my eczema with topical corticosteroids like hydrocortisone and fluticasone. i had been using topical steroids for years and had developed cystic acne. after a few courses of antibiotics for acne treatment i realized using antibiotics was pointless if i continue to use topical steroids. i decided to try an anti-histamine which surprisingly helped greatly. enough so i could discontinue my hydrocortisone. using loratadine helped my eczema be tolerable but not ""cured"". i also managed my eczema with a lot of moisturizing."
10	highly effective	i had recently developed hot flashes which were becoming noticeably worse.  very shortly after beginning this drug, my hot flashes stopped.  i am hoping there are other benefits like preserving the integrity of my body, but it may be too soon to tell.  it definitely alleviated the hot flashes, however.
8	highly effective	treatment of low thyroid state and low metabolic state
10	highly effective	hormonal cysts cleared up and did not recur after 3 years. my lips were rather dry and i had to moisturize them frequently  but the treatment was 100% effective and entirely worthwhile.
5	moderately effective	helped with muscle spasms in my hips. helped reduce pain from the spasms - particularly good when driving or sitting for a long time.
8	considerably effective	"my dr. prescribed cymbalta to treat my chronic tension headaches. i was on lexapro for a little over a year, but gained about 30 pounds. due to the excessive weight gain i gradually went off the lexapro. well- about 5 weeks later my headaches came back. my dr. recommended cymbalta b/c it ""weight neutral"" and also has pain relieving properties."
6	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were only temporary.  while it made sneezing and watery eyes diminish, it did not address the issue of respiratory difficulties.  i found that it may have even increased my respiratory symptoms in this process.
5	moderately effective	wasn't as severly depressed as before taking the drug, didnt sleep as much and was able to function normally in a job.
4	moderately effective	initally taken to stop smoking and the cravings did go but i still continued to smoke a few a day.
9	considerably effective	stabilized my moods, stopped my racing thoughts, and stomped all over my paranoia
3	considerably effective	after the titration period, where the drug dosage was increased each week, the headaches became less severe and less frequent. from having 2-3 migraines a week to eventually having none and was able to discontinue the medication.
9	highly effective	this drug did, in fact, eradicate the adult acne i'd been plagued with since turning 29.  i didnt have awful acne, but it was persistent.
10	highly effective	effects on the infection were immediate; felt better in the first week of treatment.
2	considerably effective	while on abilify i can honestly say the depression resolved,
8	considerably effective	relieved symptoms of itchy runny nose providing relief from discomfort
7	moderately effective	seem to have a bad sinus / nasal infection, now up into   seemed to start with attempt to drain tear duct, but blocked.  helping but not kicking it.  they've now changed me to my choice of or levaquin, i chose the   we'll see if it does the trick.
1	ineffective	none
8	considerably effective	the occurance of medium to large acne on cheeks was almost non existant. there still was the occasional small white head and they generally healed quickly and left little to no scarring.
10	highly effective	total seizure control; however occasional auras continue
10	highly effective	fast onset of action.  quicker than a with is erythromycin. for 5 days.  onset of action is faster and patient starts to feel better in two days versus a week.
8	considerably effective	it helped by tight neck muscles relax so when i woke up, they didnt hurt.
10	highly effective	helped me be able to leave the house for the first time in months, quickly reduced my anxiety and i didnt have any attacks.
1	moderately effective	i felt less sadness.
3	considerably effective	worked to well
8	considerably effective	more energy and endurance, much more able to concentrate, skin elasticity improved and noticed overall skin rejuvenation and tightening, sleep improved and wake up feeling more rested, aware of vision improvements and improved libido.
9	considerably effective	ability to relax enough to sleep. gradual relief from severe tmj and tension that began to feel like being frozen solid. relief from restless leg syndrome. ability to relax gradually over time. relief from chattering teeth.
10	considerably effective	hair growth, regained at least 50% of lost hair. seriously i did and continue to use it
6	moderately effective	decreased hot flashes, minimal mood swing and anxiety 
8	considerably effective	after about two weeks of being on the medicine, i started to feel a little better but i think it takes awhile for it to really kick in. the medicine has helped me by the following:lessened depression, better overall mood, slightly less irritable and sensitive, better able to function daily
7	considerably effective	lexapro worked very well to make me feel better, less anxious and unhappy.
8	considerably effective	the skin tone got better, more  got rid of part of and freckles. reducing oiliness and minimizing pore size. getting rid of spots very fast.
7	moderately effective	taking lexapro has become a staple in my life.  i come from an extremely depressed family history including suicide in the family and extreme bi-polar disorder in my father.  without some kind of anti-depressant i literally cannot sleep at night due to low positive brain chemicals causing me to wake every few hours and have a very hard time falling asleep.  therefore i take 15 mg prophylactically of lexapro long-term.  i would rather not be on anything at all but unfortunately have tried that in the past without success.  i do think this drug can be very good if it helps you, though it is not a cure all by any means.
4	considerably effective	i was prescribed to take as a precaution to prevent infection prior to a scheduled surgery.  i took if for several days before and after the surgery.
8	highly effective	within the first few days, could tell a dramatic difference in my sinus infection clearing up.  after the full two week dosage, 98% better!
1	ineffective	pain relief, frequency  urgency relief
10	highly effective	i have tried many other medications that were useless.  over the counter as well as other px.  this treatment always works.  the headache subsides in one to two hours.
1	moderately effective	overall more at ease mentally was the only true benefit i felt.
8	considerably effective	took all the terrible pain burning throbbing swelling paper cuts and and pressure felt like id been hit inside was sore all the time even with out sex it was there constant pain around my vaginal opening like a burn or scratch and inside too my genitals inner labia and clitoral hood have shrunk ive been for 15 years sex became almost normal except for entering say it worked 95% some days and 100% others
8	highly effective	alleviation of mild depression, effective progressively after 3 weeks of start. removal of anxiety.
8	highly effective	none
5	considerably effective	when i first began taking the pill my periods were regulated and i did not cramp nearly as much.
8	considerably effective	"treatment benefits are stabilized thyroid.  was having a weight issue, and with a blood test it was determined that the thyroid gland was ""sluggish"".  i was very exhausted also and it has helped somewhat with fatigue."
10	highly effective	that i felt able to function.the dose was perfect for my condition.felt more calm and moods much better.
2	marginally effective	smoother cheeks, skin, no other benefits.
6	highly effective	it reduced the amount of acid that my stomach produced and therefore allowed my stomach and esophagus to heal to some degree. i also took it for years to control my regular acid reflux problems.
8	moderately effective	had to take an extra 1/2 pill in addition to prescribed dose of 1/2 pill per event, usually night before in order to achieve satisfactory benefit of performance.  previously used another brand but was discontinued by hmo.  much depends on regular exercise & regular sleep activities to be effective.
4	moderately effective	benrfits of treatment: unsure - my legs ache. i don't remember ever having any real pain, other than an annoying ache in both legs. i feel as though i am walking in wet fishing boots.  there is a buzzing in my legs and feet. it has over the past several years crept up from my ankles to above my knees. with all this i do very well walking a slow pace - sometimes like a drunken sailor. i walk down 101 stairs  tale a short walk and come back up 2 at a time (slowly) holding onto a rail (now).
1	ineffective	none!
8	highly effective	restful sleep
8	highly effective	i would get painful swelling in my feet.  i could not even stand the bed sheet to touch my feet.  one time while on vacation i was swollen up to my knees.  the medication makes my life easier.  i don't have to worry that when i wake up i wont be able to walk around my house.  i rarely have any slight indication that the gout is going to be a problem.
1	ineffective	i felt that i did not feel any benefits from this drug.
4	moderately effective	sometimes redness
7	moderately effective	elevation of mood and clarity of thought.  progress stalled out at 300 mg, but with increase to 450 mg can tell the difference.  im able to finally think and plan ahead and chip away at all the clutter i've not been able to deal with which accumulated while depressed.
3	considerably effective	the zyprexa minimized outbursts
7	considerably effective	this drug definitely helped control flares and joint stiffness. it also helped defeat the incredible amount of hives. hives were completely controlled.
9	highly effective	loss of the desire to smoke and eventually the cessation of smoking altogether.
10	highly effective	daily hot flashes and night sweats are much less severe if any at all. sleep is less disturbed and mood swings are much less. i no longer feel enraged when i wake in the morning.  depression is gone and i feel less tired (probably because i get more sleep).
4	moderately effective	none
9	considerably effective	greatly benefitted depression. i started to take this just before my child was born, having had post partum depression with another baby, and i was anticipating my life to be at least as hectic, if not more hectic, when this child was born as when the older child was born. i was very  pleased with the antidepressant effects. i never experienced any depression at all once this baby was born. i did not experience hypomania like i did with sertraline, which was a huge concern of mine. i just did not become depressed when this baby was born.
6	ineffective	quite effective without the adverse effects of aspirin, etc.because of the reported side effects of  meds i take as little as possible to maintain a relatively comfortable exixtence
10	highly effective	after having tried several over the counter treatments for this condition, this treatment was the only one that effectively treated the condition.  the itching and discoloration began to dissipate after a few days and symptoms were completely gone after two weeks.
6	considerably effective	i've only been on it for a week but i've noticed a change already. i am more awake and it seems as though a fog has been lifted. i am thinking more clearly and don't feel so down.
5	considerably effective	reduces pain
7	moderately effective	it definitely reduced the size and severity of the cold sore but now i get the more frequently.  like twice a month!!
10	highly effective	it greatly helped with my depression which was caused by a divorce after 28 years of marriage. 3 months after my separation my father died and my mother became very angry and unresponsive with me.when i started taking this medication i was able to focus better at work and at home i was able to effectively deal with my emotions, i also experienced an increase in my libido. i am still currently taking the generic form of wellbutrin sr (bupropion).
3	ineffective	i saw almost no benefits to this treatment with re: acne, though possibly there was exfoliation or collagen benefit. i believe it exacerbated my acne. on the mornings after the nights i used the cream, my acne seemed to come out much worse (particularly on the chin & jaw area where the condition was the worst).
6	moderately effective	at the highest dosage, the generic, gabapentin, seemingly reduced nerve pain resulting from peripheral neuropathy following surgery to remove neuromas in both feet (although it is a very subjective pain, which is affected by other factors: tension, sitting for prolonged periods, etc.)
9	highly effective	i could control my panic and knew i could. therefore, just having lorazepam with me was often enough. over the years, my attacks diminished, first in severity, then in quantity.
9	highly effective	the treatment benefits was estrogen replacement.  this estrogen patch system significantly reduced my headaches.  estrogen is not processed through the liver when delivered via a patch, therefore reducing hormone induced migraines   i felt normal for the first time in years after my hysterectomy.  i love this medication.
4	moderately effective	my obsessive thoughts completely disappeared. this was a huge relief because before that i was comparing myself to others 24/7. i was able to handle stressful situations calmly. nothing could make me upset.
9	considerably effective	"increased energy. better focus. better sex drive. more ""alive"" than when only taking lexapro and "
5	marginally effective	the only benefit i received from this drug was the ability to get through my day without experiencing unbearable pain. my sciatica was not a condition that flared up continually; rather, it came approximately 4-6 times per month.
6	considerably effective	it was beneficial for alleviating nervousness and feelings of anxiety. i took one half tablet or a full tablet depending upon how anxious or nervous i was feeling. if particularly anxious/nervous sometimes i took one tablet plus a half. i didnt take this medication on a daily basis, but only when i was going to be involved in a nerve wracking experience.
10	highly effective	i've been on yasmin four years now, it works so great! i have no side effects, just nausea if i take two at a time and that is hardly ever.  but my acne completely went away and no pregnancy the whole time i've been on it! would definitely recommend to anybody.
1	ineffective	none.  i went from down to   i did have reoccurring episodes (tia like - diagnosed as tia for lack of conclusive evidence or further investigation)  i now believe it was mostly stress and menopause related issues.
2	marginally effective	slight lightening of dark spots. there was really no benefit beyond this.  seems like a waste of time and in fact, just regularly applying sunscreen seems to do a better job of lightening the spots
7	considerably effective	was often so tired that i barely got through my work day and would go home and sleep.  my quality of life was pretty much non-existant as i didnt enjoy anthing because i was always too tired.  when i started provigil i quit feeling like i always needed a nap and was able to make plans with friends because i had the energy to do more than just get through 9 to 11 hour work days.
10	highly effective	my legs used to jump pretty badly and so did my arms every night about 60 times per hour, that's once a minute.  sometimes it would wake me up and other times i didnt even know i was doing it, but the doctor told me that it was still disturbing my sleep.  while taking this drug, my legs and arms only jumped about 3 times in a 6 hr period.  all documented on sleep studies.
10	highly effective	helps with concentration and staying focused. helps to keep me from being hyperactive and fidgety and helps with memory to an extent.
9	considerably effective	the treatment benefits of taking provera were very good. i had very irregular menses that lasted for long periods of time.  by taking the provera day 15-26 of my cycle my periods began to normalize and become regular again.
9	considerably effective	upon first taking the medication it significantly reduced my hunger almost to the point that i had to remind myself to eat during the day.  it also gave me alot of energy so working out didnt seem like such a chore anymore.  i felt more refreshed and awake in the morning instead of wanting to hit the snooze button over and over.
1	ineffective	i couldnt tolerate the side effects, so i was unable to experience the benefits.
9	considerably effective	resolved depression within one week. i was told it did not work that fast, but i know it did. it is
8	considerably effective	seroquel provides a good night sleep, which is very important for mood stabilization. it also helps to calm, and smooth over the rough spots of daily living, while not robbing you of your personality, ie, you still feel like yourself, just calmer.
6	moderately effective	aldara was used on several areas on my face where i had scar revision surgery to help heal surgical wound on face.  it was prescribed by my doctor to speed up healing.
6	marginally effective	the treatment benefits was a minimal weight loss, but not nearly as much as i expected.
8	considerably effective	helped with sleep. could reduce valium, without withdrawal symptoms
5	moderately effective	overall reduction in the severity of breakouts.
7	highly effective	medication helped with depression, my irritable bowel syndrome, appetite control, and there were no sexual side effects
2	considerably effective	cholesterol and  went down
9	considerably effective	dries quickly on skin, can be worn under makeup, prevented bacterial breakouts from makeup sensitivity
10	highly effective	eliminated nicotine cravings and made smoking cessation very easy.
1	highly effective	i did not get pregnant while on the depo shot... but then again my sex life was shot due to the constant bleeding.
7	considerably effective	i am able to get good restful sleep and that is so important in my pain management.
2	considerably effective	it seemed to help make me not want to smoke. i seemed to not even think about smoking at times i would normally smoke. i think it would be very effective if the side effects so great.
10	highly effective	personally, i found metronidazole to be an equivalent to a concentration drug, it severely improved my intelligence and my overall concentration, i realise now that this drug, as it may be depressing, a new chapter in my life.during the medication i received, i was severely depressed, however it got me thinking deeply towards why i was indeed depressed, and thus, i came to a solution.it completely destroyed the bacteria that was within my abscess and treated me within 3 days, and aided my mind alot.within my experience with metronidazole, i have only to thank it for my a* papers and my mental health.with that i have only this to say:take it, it aids the physical problems you have, and if your like me at all, with greater ambitions than any human can dream,  this will make you realise all the problems you encounter, and it will cleanse you of your worries.
3	considerably effective	cured the tonsilitis/strep throat
7	highly effective	is very helpful with insomnia.  was able to put racing thoughts that run threw my mind at rest.  was able to get into a deep sleep.
4	moderately effective	the drug did seem to make me feel more confident at the beginning, however towards the 10 11 months it didnt seem to work anymore.
9	highly effective	after the first two shots i had no more periods until after being off depo provera for nearly 3 months. also i didnt get pregnant, which was the goal. before getting on birth control i had been a very moody person, fighting often with people who were important to me and whom i really didnt want to fight. on the shot i still had mood swings but they were not nearly as strong.
6	moderately effective	so far so good. will know more after six month mark when x-rays are taken to see if pockets are closing. one area that was highly inflamed before the deep cleaning appears to be healing well. no inflammation there and more pink as opposed to the red color it was before.
1	ineffective	i started this medicine to help my acne, but after a couple of weeks there was no improvement at all.  in fact, my skin was worse. i've taken other antibiotics in the past and they were much more effective at clearing up my skin.  so i stopped taking the 
10	highly effective	suboxone is beneficial for two reasons:1) it eliminated the opiate withdrawal when i was kicking my original drug of choice.2) as a maintenance drug, suboxone eliminates the cravings that i would normally have for opioids, as well as blocks the effects of agonist opioids (heroin, oxycodone, etc.) so that there is no temptation to take these drugs.instead of struggling every day to avoid taking opioid drugs (and all of the terrible thing that come with being in active addiction) i can take suboxone and move on with life. suboxone may have quite literally saved my life.
2	ineffective	i could not see any benefits. i certainly did not feel any more emotionally balanced or stable than before.
10	highly effective	this treatment was easy to remember to take at only one time daily.  although i didnt miss any dose times, if i had, the directions state to take the missed dose, unless it is almost time for the next dose time which would be the following day after the missed dose.  if the latter being so, then one should wait for the next dosage.
10	highly effective	good for skin
9	considerably effective	reduced am fasting glucose
4	marginally effective	apparently, this ace inhibitor has positive effects against retinal and renal pathologies associated with diabetes and other cardio-vascular diseases.
1	ineffective	absolutley none for me.
9	considerably effective	feeling more relaxed and able to go to work, the breath slowed, shaking stopped and mood improved
7	highly effective	i needed to switch from which made me very very depressed quiet and i slept for like an hour each night with that drug it was horrible. i switched to and the first time i took it, it was like an anti depressant at first i was the normal happy hyper me but i could still focus very well on studying but when i started coming down from it that was the worst i was dry heaving with a terrible headache for an hour and then i would just throw everything up it made me very irritated i would twitch alot and my heart beat was fast and very heavy but after my second day my body started getting use to it and i havent had anymore problems with it.
9	highly effective	it allowed me to feel good enough to ignore and not be bothered by persistent thoughts and anxiety that i could not ignore before. basically it leveled me out, where the anxiety didnt affect me anymore.
2	moderately effective	at first, could actually sleep. the sleep issue has been life long and various natural things helped but not always.  as stress increased, nothing helped,not even the ativan.
9	considerably effective	my symptoms of depression were eased considerably.  i felt more like myself and began to take pleasure in activities. i stopped feeling sad and crying. i was able to concentrate again.  my appetite returned and my sleep patterns normalized.
9	considerably effective	i had severe hot flashes all day and night. the night episodes kept me awake most of the night with alternating hot, sweaty flashes, followed by teeth-rattling chills.  prempro eliminated the vast majority of episodes so i could sleep
8	considerably effective	the helped with the pain very well in the beginning after returning home from the hospital, but within a week and a half i began to feel as if it helping as much and i needed more. after my two weeks were up on taking it, i gradually just didnt need it any more.
5	marginally effective	decreased redness and by day 6. i believe the benefits were associated with the prescribed medication. however, i was also using a histamine blocking topical cream during the course of treatment.
8	considerably effective	the prevacid allows me to eat and drink certain foods/fluids that i normally could not tolerate anymore without great discomfort i.e. spicy foods, coffee, chocolate, tomato products, and alcoholic drinks, which i only drink occassionally such as red wine.  if i skip the prevacid for any reason, i almost certainly will be very uncomfortable.
10	moderately effective	i very mildly scratched my left ankle (right on the protruding bone) while snorkeling in the ocean. the abrasion was so small that i didnt do any first aid other than wash the area off when showering.over the next 3 days the are became inflamed and i began to apply antibiotic powder to try to dry the inflamed area.on the 4th morning the tiny scratch had developed to the point were the abrasion was an oozing sore about the size of a quarter and my foot was red and swollen making it impossible to put on a shoe.i immediately went to a local doctor who prescribed tablets.the drug was very effective and the effects could be felt within 24 hours.
8	considerably effective	my daughter suffered from an outbreak of painful skin boils on her lower back and stomach, probably 6 total over a few weeks.  they would heal individually after draining (also painful) but more would continually form.  the doctor diagnosed them as caused by mrsa and prescribed along with daily washes with soap.  it took 5 days for one very large, undrained boil to heal, but it did heal without draining.  more importantly, the boils stopped forming.
10	highly effective	'was diagnosed with h1n1 and was ill for at little past 3 weeks.  my doctor gave me a prescription for tamiflu (2 x day for 5 days) on the 3rd day after becoming rapidly ill (onset of high fever -- temp went from 102.8 to 103.2 pretty fast).  within a few minutes (15 - 20?) after taking it, i noticed i would feel better, and i'd start coughing up mucus from the lungs.  the feeling wore off after a few hours.  i was able to complete the full 5-day course.
1	ineffective	i did not experience any benefits whatsoever.
5	highly effective	a non return of breast cancer
10	highly effective	reduction of pain and inflammation.
8	highly effective	good unless a stop for a few days
8	considerably effective	the quality of sleep is better that other drugs i've taken is the only benefit i  find.  i tried to taper off of it and fould it very difficult the lowest dosage i can take is   a little drowsy in the morning but after a couple of cups of coffee im fine.
3	marginally effective	there was very little benefit to me. i was having psychotic episodes every day. the drug purportedly taken to stop the episodes did nothing. the best thing it did was make me drowsy and help me sleep.
7	highly effective	pregnancy prevention
8	considerably effective	significantly decreased depression and suicidality, improved sleep, more stable moods and increased energy.
1	considerably effective	the benefits were highly good in the fact that it immensely eased the pain in the joints of my mother.when she stopped taking the medication she was faced with acute pain again, so she kept on taking it.
1	highly effective	noticeable improvement within 24 hours. marked improvement within three days. cleared sinus infection and bronchitis in the ten day prescription time period.
4	marginally effective	my allergies were a little better.  my nose was not as runny.
8	considerably effective	my acne improved when accompanied by monthly exfoliation peels.
8	considerably effective	minimized pigmentation. some of my acne scar has faded but some still remain.
7	moderately effective	"the drug prevented emotional highs and lows.  specifically helped with crying too much.  lessened the intense ""caring"".  in some cases, it lessened it too much."
8	considerably effective	lessening of nerve pain, decrease in depression. medication will be increased as necessary  decrease in  shaking. exercise is needed to truly relieve pain. water based therapy can definitely add to relief from pain. depression medication helps, relieving the other symptoms, and can increase sleep. in general all treatments, lyrica, anti-depressants, muscle relaxers and exercise program (including stretching, weight-resistance, aerobic and endurance training and water exercises - this should be followed religiously) combined contribute to relieving pain, depression, control weight gain, and give patient back some resemblance of a normal live.
9	highly effective	this medication saved my life. the depression had gotten so sever that i was unable to function properly. it has made me feel like a 'real' person again. it has not done much for the anxiety, panic, or ocd. the xanax helps with that area. i will be going to the psychiatrist in 2 weeks for the anxiety, panic, and ocd. hoping to stay on the cymbalta. i was on lexapro from 2000-2006. then switched to celexa (cost reasons) from 2007-2008. the celexa just about costed me my life. it was ineffective for the depression. try not to take celexa for cost reasons, lexapro shows much more promise in its effectiveness.
10	highly effective	this drug will make a migraine sufferer I not a real believer in modern medicine--it really gets rid of the headache and allows you to live. i could not be more positive
10	highly effective	without the  every step i take makes my joints feel like cracking glass and they ache constantly. this drug greatly reduces that pain throughout the entire day.
10	highly effective	the product took great care of my razor bumps.  if i applied it at night, i was clear by the morning.  i only stopped taking it as the condition itself lessened.
10	highly effective	after having this virus for many years i resolved that i was going to look for a possible suppressant. as the medical community acknowledges once you have contacted the virus it will be awaiting an opportunity to break through - especially in times of stress or tiredness. prior to taking valtrex i was having a viral herpes attack for about 10 days at a time at least four times a year, sometimes 8 times a year.valtrex is an amazing drug!my experience has been that  if you take a tablet each day you will not transmit the virus to your partner provided that you pay attention to the first signs of the virus and abstain from intimate sexual encounters for five days or so or until you can feel or see no more signs of the virus.to be honest it frustrates me that so many people suffer from this virus but are not informed as to how to treat the problem.hope this helps and gives encouragement. for me it has been on par with a miracle. since taking the drug once daily i have had one only one potential outbreak in the past two and a half  years- at the onset of the potential outbreak i increased the dose to 3  tablets a day twice a day day for four days. this treatment suppressed the outbreak and the symptoms which i felt appeared very slightly and then disappeared within 48 hours.
8	considerably effective	if i took the zovirax at the first sign of tingling it would prevent an outbreak.  if i waited i would still get blisters but they would only last 2-3 days.
10	highly effective	resolved uti.  symptoms improved rapidly and with 3-4 days, the urge to frequently urinate had completely subsided.
10	highly effective	it has totally neutralized the effects of my reflux.
9	considerably effective	after i built up a tolerance, i had little peeling when i applied it only once a day. used in combination with  caplets (and also topical, used occasionally), i have been able to control deep acne cysts. while the  is probably the major factor, the retin-a is a good addition.
10	highly effective	relpax would take the migraine headache away, including secondary symptoms such as neck aches, jaw pain, and nausea.
10	highly effective	i got pregnant.
7	considerably effective	in comparison with other anti depression medications i have taken prior to the effexor, it actually began working faster than the others (after about 2 weeks).  most antidepressants usually take closer to 4 weeks to see improvements. depression symptoms were significantly reduced.
9	highly effective	had surgery on my neck, the reduce the pain.the help relieve th pain upto eight hours so i did not need to take as many pills to find release. this is a good thing because i do not like pills.  this medication helped tremendously 
8	highly effective	my moods have improved dramatically.  i would wake at least 3 times a night and have difficulty going back to sleep (sleep was always a problem), but now sleep is much better.  hot flashes were intense and distracting, and have since stopped.  i originally took premarin which gave me headaches.  the patch and it's consistent delivery has helped immensely to reduce number and severity of headaches.
10	highly effective	while standing, my legs were fine, but aching, cramping legs were keeping me from getting any sleep.  my doctor suggested i try  and its been the best thing i have done.
4	considerably effective	i had the accutane treatment in 1997 and the short term results (6 months - 1 years) were fantastic, with the exception that the treatment left a big scar on my face and there is nothing i can do about it. after a year i began to have acne breakouts again. now, six years later, i am also having breakouts in my back and in new places like my neck, chest, behind my ears and (believe it or not!) some in my belly. when i when back for another opinion, they wanted me to have a second accutane treatment -- no way! also, after the treatment i can't live without chapstick... my lips are always very dry. hope this helps somebody out there! bea
5	highly effective	relieved pain at first but quickly became tolerant and would wear off hours before the next dose was due
8	highly effective	the benefits of celexa have been surprising and welcome.  over the past 15 years i've been given every anti-depressant the doctors could think of.  most had no effect at all, some had such uncomfortable side effects that i couldnt take them long enough to find out if they would help at all.  one (i can't remember the name) actually lifted my depression almost immediately and made me feel great, but after about 3 weeks i was suddenly plunged into a depression that was darker and more frightening than any i'd experienced before.  i stopped taking it.
10	highly effective	restasis dramatically improved issues related to dry eyes, the primary problems were discomfort (the feeling that something was in my eye) and obvious redness.  both issues disappeared when i started taking   there was a short period where i ran out of and stopped, after about a week the dry eye symptoms had reappeared, only to do away when i resumed treatment.
9	highly effective	adjusted thyroid levels.
6	highly effective	4 periods a month 3-5 lbs weight gain
5	considerably effective	benefits were the pain relieving benefits
2	ineffective	no apparent benefits.  had virtually no effect on my depression and it quickly became intolerable to use.
9	considerably effective	differin took several months to take effect and initially seemed to make breakouts worse. after using for some time, however, breakouts ceased and skin became nearly acne-free,
2	ineffective	the xanax has a calming effect, and takes the edge off the effexor side effects.
1	considerably effective	cured the uti
10	highly effective	"subutex is mostly used to help opiate addicts withdrawal more comfortably from opioid drugs such as vicodin, oxycodone, and even heroin. however, i was started on subutex because my doctor and i were having no luck finding another med that would augment my current depression medications of effexor xr and adderall (which were only partially working). my doctor had found research suggesting that subutex, because it is a partial opiate agonist itself (although much different in its properties compared to what most think of when thinking ""opiate""), binds to one of the opiate receptors in the brain responsible for mood. my doctor has always been on the cutting edge of current research and was extremely open-minded in trying this med with me - and to welcomed relief as well! i have had almost all good results from this medication. it has definitely aided in the treatment of my very-treatment-resistent depression. the following are the benefits that i have noticed from taking subutex:     1. quick-acting - because subutex is sublingual (dissolves under your tongue) it gets into your system immediately and does not have to be processed by your digestive system first.     2. gentle effects - i have definitely not experienced any ""highs"". just a subtle, but noticeable improvement in a feeling of wellbeing.     3. also helps somewhat with anxiety by having a calming effect; in normal doses this happens without any tiredness.     4. have not noticed any of the side effects that i have found with other psychiatric medications such as weight gain/loss, personality changes, sexual effects, etc. also, in case anyone is worried that subutex is a ""partial-opiate agonist"", i must emphasize that this med does not build a tolerance or make you want/need to increase dosage. i have been on this dose for four years without ever even thinking about needing more. however!!! you must understand that - as is the case with all psychiatric medications - you cannot simply stop taking this medication without tapering your dose first or you will experience withdrawal effects. the one saving grace about subutex, though, is that it has a very long half-life and will remain in your system long enough to prevent any type of withdrawal even if you miss a day or two of medication."
5	moderately effective	it assisted the ibuprofen and cortisone in pain relief.
4	marginally effective	i originally began this treatment for acne and im still in the process of my acne treatments. however, after a little over two weeks of treatment and seeing an improvement in my skin, i went in for a pap smear and found out that i have asymptomatic chlamydia. i was prescribed 1 gram of azithromycin and while doing my research found out that the exact same dosage i've been taking of doxycycline for 1-2 weeks is considered an effective way of treating chlamydia, but clearly that did not work for me.
9	considerably effective	my hair loss was stopped and i eventually grew new hair at the hairline and where the hair had receded on the side. i do not know if it affected my crown.
10	considerably effective	i took it before bed, and it helped me get to sleep. it also helped me cope during a difficult time emotionally.
9	highly effective	elminated 95% of migraines/headaches!
4	marginally effective	nothing noticeable really, night sweats improved (slightly), memory, not as fuzzy
9	highly effective	benefits were the prevention of pregnancy, regular periods, shorter periods, and less intense pms symptoms.  my breasts went from a full c cup to a full d cup!  im on lexapro so that might be the reason i didnt experience really bad mood swings or any depression like some people said they have.  nothing really changed other than that and it's great to know when i will get my period.
8	moderately effective	the drug levothyroxine 100 mics daily that i took for hypothyroidism was advantageous for my metabolic effect. i did have more energy and felt more alert and awake, as before where i felt lethargic and brain dead.if i inadvertantly skipped a day of medication, i felt like i would notice my sluggishness a few days later.
7	considerably effective	"this medication was prescribed for its side effect of drowsiness.  although it is mainly used as an anti-depressant, in the tricyclic family, it causes considerable drowsiness at even a low dose of   this immediately helped with my insomnia.  it also caused no daytime ""hangover"" effect and the dose can be increased easily."
8	considerably effective	lowering of intraocular  pressure /keeping it under control
7	considerably effective	the symptoms and mal feelings of my prostate disappeared - but not completely (perhaps 70% of the problems disappeared .sexual function and feelings of prostate improved remarkable.(only 70% of improvement perhaps my personal problems were not solved with ibuprofen - and such problem put a lot of stress on prostate in some men)
4	moderately effective	some symptoms of depression - crying all the time, dark thoughts - were lessened, although hard to know how much benefit the treatment gave all told or whether i would have come through it anyway as i had in the past.
7	considerably effective	the drug seemed to effectively treat the symptoms of depression for a year or so.  after the first year or so the depression seemed to come back now and then - although it did seem to be cyclical.
7	moderately effective	skin looked healthier with fewer break outs and was smoother. i noticed pores becoming smaller
8	considerably effective	i have clinical depression with agitation and anger. this medication seemed to take the edge off the anger as well as decrease my depressive symptoms. i started at  then shortly increased to  which left me feeling too drugged. it was only after 12+ months of taking 10 mg that it was increased due to increasing depressive symptoms.
10	highly effective	in addition to quickly resolving bronchitis, asthma improved significantly. better breathing than i've had in months (prior to bronchitis). had horrible coughing spasms that caused me to vomit phlegm and almost strangle (several times). cough and throat irritation disappeared within 2 hours of first dose of biaxin.
10	highly effective	when the standard treatment for didnt work to raise my baseline t3 & t4 levels, i continued to experience all of the low thyroid symptomsa:  coldness, lethargic, depression, etc.  by taking on the 5 x daily basis, i have very close to normal functioning thyroid activity.
10	highly effective	accutane cleared up my skin immediately. during the first month, there was no noticeable change, but after about 5 weeks, my acne slowly disappeared and has not come back.
6	considerably effective	"the benefits helped ""curb"" the pain."
10	highly effective	i would get heart palpitations and major stress hours before my ex would come and pick up our daughter for visits; i also had difficulty sleeping if i had to deal with any issues with him; i would take one of these pills, only if i felt i needed and sometimes an hour before he would pick her up, and i would feel much calmer.  it was a life saver for  me until i got through the emotional upset and was able to detach.
1	moderately effective	my mother had slight high blood pressure and was prescribed lisinopril along with the water pill. the medication was doing its job, lowering bp to normal.
10	highly effective	the overall experience was positive, with little to no side effects, blood pressure medicine dropping blood pressure from 180/100 to 117/70 in 3 months.  lower blood pressure prevents heart disease and risk of stroke or other ailments associated with hypertension.
9	highly effective	there was a decrease in dryness and discomfort.  i thought there also was a benefit to my mood and outlook.  additionally my skin was more supple and had better color.  there was no pain associated as before.
6	moderately effective	no a.m. headaches
7	considerably effective	taking the medicine was only once a day at the time i chose to take it. it helped me most during stressed situations of any size. i could handle anything and not get angry.
7	considerably effective	significant reduction in the amount of pain that patient had on a daily basis.  pain was not only lessened by time it was felt was lessened as well
6	considerably effective	after applying the  the itching sensation reduced after 20 minutes and irritation slowly disappeared after 10 days, the irritation  occasionally re-occurred. i have applied the occasionally (about twice a month) when the irritation re-occured for about one years. now the irritation never reappears
10	highly effective	decrease in moodiness, irritability, cessation of depression/dysthymia related symptoms.
9	considerably effective	moderate growth  but no change in eyelash color
7	moderately effective	made me sleepy enough to shut down and go to bed, although it typically still took  me hours to get to sleep. the sleep that i got from this medication was deep and refreshing.
8	considerably effective	i have a recurring sinus problem wherein my nasal passages get blocked and throat and vocals are affected.this is aggravated by my smoking as well.
9	considerably effective	after about five days the yeast infection symptoms (itchiness, pain) disappeared.
8	highly effective	after one year of taking this drug pregnancy was acheived via ivf and successfully carried to term with help of blood thinner heparin
10	highly effective	it cleared up my coughing within 2 days.  i could sleep far better at night.
10	highly effective	the benefits of the treatment were clearing a fungal infection that plagued me for a few months.
8	highly effective	the made my lashes grown longer and thicker. i didnt need to use as much mascara.
10	highly effective	once a day, sometimes 2 in a 24 hour period depending on the severe headache
7	considerably effective	i took the drug shortly after having my tooth pulled.  i never noticed a great amount of pain, and contribute this to the laughing gas and during the procedure  and taking the shortly after the procedure. i took the drug twice because after several hours i started to feel pain again.  it was effective in relieving my pain.
1	moderately effective	i noticed hair regrowth in small amounts but did not know my genitals were shrinking.  a friend told me of his testicles shrinking on the drug and so i examined myself and realized that what once was, was no more.
8	considerably effective	lightning of dark pigments
10	highly effective	general medical:  the treatment is for contraception.  i used it for weight control, skin problems and as a contraception, it was very effective for all of it except that when i left the medication i experienced severe hair loss which i was not warned about
1	ineffective	none...i am to write fifty words bon the treatment benefits but since i had to discontinue the drug or die there were no benefits and i would be telling a bald faced lie if i said there were and but i will keep on typing so that i comply with the request for the fifty word minimun
8	considerably effective	when the drug actually kicked in, after about 10 days as i recall, it was an amazing experience.i got out of bed and was walking to the bathroom to shower. i was whistling!!!i stopped and thought, hey whats going on here. i realized i felt great, like a heavy weight had been lifted from my shoulders. i felt better than i had felt for a hell of a long time. never forget it, a fantastic feeling.truly helped me to cope with the stress of business and relationships.i have recommended it two occasions both had a similar experience to my own.
3	marginally effective	it controls my anger pretty good.
10	considerably effective	reduction of anxiety, better sleep quality, reduced gi symptoms (stress related)
7	considerably effective	it works very well for anxiety. as for depression, it works but when i get into an episode of major depression, it seems to be somewhat ineffective at those times.
9	considerably effective	ibuprofen generally took away the pain especially when taken early in the onset of the severe headaches.  at times when the pain was already established prior to taking the medication the pain was less effective - sometimes mildly and at other times not at all effective. ibuprofen in this dose was the medication that best took away the headache pain over any other medication. if it did not work i might try an over-the-counter (sp) product.  these were sometimes effective for mild headaches but for the severe headaches if ibuprofen didi not work, generally nothing did.
7	considerably effective	..
9	highly effective	treated the insomnia effectively.
9	highly effective	provigil allows for better wakefulness in the daytime which in turn assists in better sleep. it also indirectly boosts mood by allowing some level of function during a chronic illness where things can easily spiral downward.
10	highly effective	elimination of pain in elbow .reduction in general muscle discomfort to rest of body after gym workout.
9	highly effective	bp running normal - no seizure activity - cholesterol good
6	moderately effective	less red spots, helped remove red spots...which were usually worse after hot shower, but i enjoy that so i use the after that when symptoms are worse and it seems to help. i enjoy  coffee, wine, hot spices, hot showers, really only limit sun exposure and the seems better. also in the morning if i notice red spots it seems to help.
9	highly effective	after about an hour, headaches disappear. this drug works better for me than other drugs taken before the year 2000, such as imitrex and zomig which i took for migraines. imitrex sped up my heart which scared me. zomig took 2 hours to work for me changed my life as i finally am able to function instead of wasting a whole day in a dark room in tears from the pain of migraine. i do not miss work days anymore.
10	highly effective	i fractured of my ankle 30 years ago and about 3 years ago i developed arthritis in the same joint (but nowhere else) which was very painful and caused swelling, redness and reduced movement.  i tried all sorts of treatment (aspirin, ibuprofen and a number of recommended natural remedies, the best of which can be said they made things no worse).  i was prescribed naproxen and this has worked really well, so much so that i have thought on a couple of occasions that i have been 'cured', but within a few days of stopping the tablets twinges reappear.
10	highly effective	restored me from total incapacitation to a full function.
10	highly effective	i believe that there are multiple treatment benefits of taking tylenol for my headache. tylenol is safe, inexpensive, and does not require a physicians prescription. additionally, it is available almost everywhere and therefor is convenient.
9	highly effective	reduced panic attacks, in combination with  particularly effective when taken an hour before panic inducing situations, such as flying.
7	moderately effective	reduced redness of complexion; reduction in overall inflammation of skin; reduced breakouts of acne.
8	considerably effective	for many years, every spring i would get very troublesome nasal allergy symptoms--tingling,burning, itching, sneezing, etc. after a few days, these symptoms went away. it really surprised me because i had tried many other medicines that didnt work, that also caused severe drowsiness and dry-mouth. some years my symptoms were so bad that i couldnt go out to a restaurant or movie because i was sneezing so much. taking this medicine gave me my life back!
6	considerably effective	the medication treated the depression without the sexual side-effects that accompanied several other medications for depression.
8	highly effective	pills helped to lower my blood pressure.  also helped to relieve water retention.  eliminated headaches associated with high blood pressure.  although possibly unrelated experienced some weight loss.
8	highly effective	it is extremely, powerful antibiotic, which give immediate effect with in two hours.
8	considerably effective	density of hair was maintained and some hair regrowth that was noticeable by others. it was used in conjunction with minoxidil, which i had been using for a year or so.
8	considerably effective	lessening of suicidal ideation and an increased ability to complete daily life tasks.
8	considerably effective	the hives were controlled
2	ineffective	there were no benefits as the sniffling, dripping, coughing continued even on the medicine.
10	highly effective	for years i was sleep deprived due to working conditions.  rarely would i enjoy the luxury of a full night sleep. typically i would take hours to get to sleep and had extreme difficulty remaining asleep. dreams were too realistic and often i would be more tired in the morning than upon retiring to bed. taking lunesta has allowed me not only to get to sleep but return to sleep.  if i wake in the middle of the night, for example to go to the bathroom, i am awake and not stumbling. the vivid dreams are gone and i have experienced no groggy or hungover symptoms that you sometimes hear of when taking sleep medication. it has truly changed my life and i am so grateful for my dr. for his prescription.
8	considerably effective	this medication enabled me to think clearly.  my thought processes were more coherent.  it assisted me in concentrating and therefore i was able to complete tasks --- finally had follow-thru! i was able to manage my time better.
8	highly effective	prevented 90% of tachycardia incidents. when tachycardia did occur it was less dramatic
7	considerably effective	my ovulation cycle was regulated, however i did not get pregnant.  i am continuing to take it this month.
10	highly effective	it lowered my cholesterol considerably.  my total cholesterol was over 300 and my were over 200, but after being on lipitor for three months, my total cholesterol is now 186 and my ldl is 86, so i am in good shape.  in addition, i have experienced no side effects whatsoever, so i am pleased.  the only drawback is that it does not come in generic form, so my co-pay is $40.00 per month.
5	considerably effective	when i was having a severe reaction normal antihistamines would not stop it so i needed to use which stopped problem within 30 minutes and the residual effects lasted on a a day or two.
1	ineffective	none
5	considerably effective	my sinus infection felt better, although being unclogged, i constantly am spitting up mucus (especially after eating or drinking anything but water).
7	moderately effective	i have rhinitis almost all year long. usually it gets worse in the cold season. i have tried many other medicines, but they either have too much side effect, or dont work for me at all. this nasal spray clears the congestion in 10 minutes, doesnt last for the whole night, but the pretty pleasant smell make me feel good.
7	highly effective	definitely made me fall asleep. very fast acting, about 10 minutes after taking it, i feel groggy.
9	considerably effective	all but stopped my hair loss.  after a couple of months i noticed that i had virtually no hair in my hands after washing it as opposed to 25-30 hairs before... also no more hair on my pillow, whereas before is was quite obvious it was falling out. visually there is no more loss.  i don't know if it is growing back, but as long as it stays im cool...
10	highly effective	cost savings and more control versus combo of and   without insurance, i got my doctor to write a year's worth rx and ordered in from canada.
3	ineffective	hardly any except i felt so physically tired that i couldnt even feel depressed.
10	highly effective	this works every time i get a cold sore. stops the cold sore in it's tracks, immediately!!! took one at first sign of tingling. now that i have a prescription, i rarely get them anymore.
9	highly effective	medication allowed the patient to relax and helped reduced pain in legs. this resulted in reduction of restless legs syndrome and also allowed the patient to have a good nights sleep. minimal soreness in legs next morning.
7	moderately effective	when you are in a mild depression or dysthymia the worst thing is that you are unable to think or concentrate, you feel sleep and tired all the day. it's like having a permament cloud in your mind. i think that this treatment is helping me a lot: now i have a sharper mind, i feel more energetic and i can concentrate properly.
9	considerably effective	i can eat and drink more normally without as much acid reflux and vomitting.  my condition results in slow digestion and intolerance of some foods.  with prevacid, i eat small amounts and avoid irritants.  i have had reflux episodes in my sleep.  with religious use of prevacid, this rarely occurs.  i can eat a larger variety of foods. it has made a positive difference in my quality of life.
9	highly effective	got rid of migraine pretty quickly, in about half an hour, but was not as good as imitrex, the brand name. imitrex would get rid of the migraine more quickly and more completely.   there would be times, perhaps one out of three, where i would  consider taking two of the 50 mg sumatriptans
6	moderately effective	pain is now under control to some degree.  still have pain throughout body and down legs.  before the medication i would not be able to get out of bed for sometimes days.  even when i could get out of bed i would not be able to sit up or walk for more than 30 minutes before i had to lay down.  now i am able to be up all day, walk and sit up for more than 3-4 hours at a time.
7	considerably effective	pentasa seems to be an effective anti-inflammatory drug, minimizing pain in my intestines/colon.  i have been close to remission for a couple of years now, and i attribute it primarily to the 
10	highly effective	i am now wide awake--for the first time in years!!!  my body aches have lessened greatly.  i am alert.  i can keep up with the housework.  i have a better memory, concentration, and overall mood.  i have regained my creativity.  my appetite/desire to overeat has decreased, though i still have an appetite.  i just eat like a normal person, now.  i don't suffer from emotional or boredom eating.  i am steadily losing weight--8 lbs. so far.  i also have the energy and desire to exercise, something that i couldnt do before.  i feel like someone handed me my life back!
7	considerably effective	got rid of my raging and prostatitis. the pain started to subside within 2-3 days. within the first week almost all symptoms were gone. minor symptoms persisted until the 11-12 day. by the 14th day all symptoms were gone. but - the side effects were awful.
1	marginally effective	immediately took the pain from the strep away.
10	highly effective	i suffered from debilitating panic attacks, but they only lasted 15-20 minutes max. i was taking klonopin every once and awhile which helped a little, but by the time the klonopin kicked in the attack was over. it got to where i had an attack at least every other day. the citalopram kicked in in about 2 weeks and i've had only 1 episode since, granted i've only been on it for 2 months but it has worked wonders for me.
6	considerably effective	less depressed, i could on daily life better. i was happier, less anxious, stopped worrying so much.
1	ineffective	none, i felt worse. this is probably a drug that works for some people but didnt work at all for me in fact i felt much much worse. unfortunately, i didnt review the contraindications.
7	moderately effective	to lessen the severity of an onset or outbreak of genital herpes.
4	considerably effective	less depression.  had more energy to do things.  able to get involved in activities that i would otherwise not engage in.
7	considerably effective	i feel that the citalopram helps keep me calm. i no longer have mood swings as often. no longer feel the need to just stay at home by myself  no longer want to leave work because of depressed moods.
9	highly effective	"highly motivated vs my previous state of, ""why do i get up in the morning""? nothing upset me- even something that would put down a generally happy person."
10	highly effective	wow. i find this drug to be a powerful cocaine antagonist and nicotine antagonist.
10	highly effective	stopped sneezing runny nose and other allergic symptoms effective for common cold and fever if given in the beginning of the disease.can be taken till the sputum changes the color to yellow.can be taken till transparent sputum or discharge from nose.result is very quick (within some hours after taking the tablet)
7	moderately effective	it was a cream base that was easy to apply, twice a day.  it seemed to help with an allergic skin rash due to detergent irritation.  it was not as strong as a higher dosage cortisone cream, but it was still effective.  there were no side effects of note.  the cost was higher than over the counter preparations.  all in all, it was a good choice for stubborn skin irritation issues.
10	highly effective	climara patch almost completely stopped the severe hot flashes and severe vaginal dryness. it also has improved skin tone and elasticity, moderated mood, improved sleep (by decreasing hot flash frequency). the side-effect of pain in liver area from estradiol by mouth has gone away using a dermal patch.
8	moderately effective	i feel alot less pain taking the (only at night) and the lyrica.
8	highly effective	seroquel is the first medication that really seemed to work for me. i have taken it along with several different combinations of meds, but the seroquel has remained in my regimen for the past 5 years. i play with the dosage and make my own changes (25 mgs at a time) based on how im doing, so i've taken between 200 and 400 mgs at any given time. the effects i attribute to the seroquel include lessening of depression, anxiety and aggression.
10	highly effective	reduced acid production to normal levels.
9	highly effective	my urination problems (urgency , frequency , etc ) practically disappeared and i no longer had get off my bed to urinate several times during the night
9	highly effective	initially i was prescribed it to knock me the hell out after 4 days of beautifully manic insomnia. then after the mixed episode ended they spiked the dose over the course of a few months to 300, where it sits. the effects, compared to when i was in the episode im very stable. occasional bouts of mild, often topical depression, but otherwise okay. as for insomnia, it's gotten to the point where im almost dependent on it to sleep. considering beforehand, even while not in a noted phase i would have serious problems sleeping, this is a welcome effect.
7	highly effective	after a month taking, the cyst is shrinking considerably. it was a few cm big. by the end of three months, the cyst was completely gone. im cyst free since then.
8	highly effective	i'm only four days in, but i already feel more like myself than i have in a year and a half.  the effects were almost immediate.  i've taken more responsibility, had more energy, and been more outgoing already.
8	highly effective	the medicine has stopped her wetting both day and night and worked within a week of her taking it. she is over the moon and so am i!
3	ineffective	honestly i have felt no change in my symptoms. if anything it feels as if they are getting worse. i constantly am getting sever headaches and my symptoms have not alleviated. i have not experienced any type of symptoms. i am also extremly tense to where the tendons in my neck do no sit flat.
8	considerably effective	when i began taking tramadol i had severe arthritis pain and could not sleep more than 3 hours a night. tramadol relieves the pain without making you feel drugged up. i had to take up to 6 tylenol or 4 and it still did not touch the pain.
1	ineffective	absolutely no benefits, did not seem to get better even in a week.  through research i learned that penicillin does not treat a virus and that a virus must run its course.  no idea why my doctor prescribed penicillin.  would rather he had been on the up and up about it instead of prescribing a worthless treatment.
9	considerably effective	the significantly reduced nausea and brought it down to a perceptible but comfortable level.
8	considerably effective	"a feeling of caring but not really caring. i feel like i become emotionally involved to deeply and this drug has kept me on the ""surface"" for lack of a better term."
8	considerably effective	if drug is taken at very first sign/symptom of cold sore, the drug will eliminate it within that day. if the cold sore has fully surfaced it will still help to speed healing (usually within a week). this medication is not a cure for cold sores.
3	marginally effective	had to take a thyroid replacement, so it did that, but not as well as i would have expected.
1	ineffective	no improvement at all in symptoms.
8	considerably effective	daily application, cured the fungal infection despite side effects.  over the counter use of ag did no work, and prescription alternative medication using nitrate (same as in  cost upwards of $200 / tube, as my insurance did not cover much of it.
10	highly effective	this medication completely erased symptoms of the hives.  the first time that i took the medication the hives were already 2 days old, therefore, it took about 2 days for them to clear up. now, if i ever feel the itch or see the i can take one dose of this medicine and the hives do not progress and they are clear within one day.
5	moderately effective	reduced symptoms of acid reflux
10	highly effective	i believe that i suffered from depression my whole life.  i feel like the first years of my life would have been very different if i had some treatment for my feelings.  my whole family would agree that i am much much happier and have a feeling of peace in my life.
7	highly effective	solodyn virtually eliminated any acne i had, both on my face and body.  it took about a month to see dramatic results, but some results were visible within a few days of starting the medication.
2	moderately effective	"i initially switched over from since my insurance covers more of the imitrex prescription.  imitrex just isnt right for me.  i experienced almost all of the side effects such as flushing, sensations of tingling/prickling, weakness, drowsiness, dizziness, and fast/pounding heartbeat.  on top of that the packaging is just horrible!  it comes 9 to a package.  the packaging is a tri-fold ""booklet"" that is very rigid and has individual blisters for each tablet.  it's about 6 1/2 by 3 1/2 inches, folded.  i  like to have migraine meds on me at all times so i ended up cutting the tablets out of the booklet so they would fit in my wallet or purse.  definitely going back to axert!"
8	considerably effective	i took alprazolam for 2 months for extreme anxiety/depression. it did work considerably in the beginning, however i would occasionally sleep the day away if taken in the morning. i would wake up from naps with a terrible disposition. it did work considerably for anxiety, initially, but it's very easy to self medicate and take considerably higher dosages then prescribed. in retrospect, i have taken the medication because i was already on a medication to come off of opiates, because i have an addictive personality. i discussed this with my dr. and he told me that alprazolam with suboxone worked well together. i later found out that the two drugs were dangerous to take together because of the potential of respiratory depression. also, i've found out that benzodiazepines, especially alprazolam can be very addictive, which can have much worse withdrawal than any opiate. i think alprazolam can be a very useful medication if taken as prescribed and only taken on a prn basis. i don't believe there are any instances where alprazolam should be taken twice a day, unless you have signs of extreme anxiety all day, every day. if you have an addictive personality like myself, i think if you consider alprazolam at all, it should be used very judiciously. but exhaust other alternatives to alprazolam, like buspar, which has no addiction potential, however, i think it tends to be pretty much useless unless taken in high dosages. i suggest talking to two or more dr.s before initiating a regimen. i only say this because i know what alprazolam withdrawal entails, and there are very unpleasant side effects, which can be life-threatening. also, alprazolam isnt effective for very long. it is really only good for extreme panic attacks and helps quickly, then it loses its effect within approx. 2 hours. i will also say gladly, that i have known people who have taken alprazolam for several years and only for extreme panic attacks, and none of them have developed a dependency on them. the bottom line is you know you're propensity to addiction. use your own common sense and if prescribed, have the dr. start you on  , the lowest dose, and you should see a great difference in your anxiety, especially if your body is not accustomed to benzodiazepines. best of luck.
7	moderately effective	treatment benefits were the cessation of allergy symptoms such as itchy eyes, itchy ears, itchy throat, sneezing, nasal drip, congestion and borderline asthma; however, during high allergy season, the regular dosage was insufficient, the beneficial effects lasting only about 12 hours, instead of the intended 24.  then it was required twice daily to relieve symptoms described above.
8	considerably effective	motivates, keeps me focused and helps me stay calm and alert in the same time.  not as noticeable as stimulants but more steady, no ups and downs, and it works round the clock reducing the rebound from when concerta wears off after approx 10 hours. stabilizing effect on the mood too.
10	highly effective	it cleared up my nasal allergies, my stuffy nose, post nasal drip and as an added benefit it also helped prevent getting hoarse.
10	highly effective	fistula is considerable reduced. almost healed. fluid developing in the fistula is also healed. frequency of stool passing is also reduced to twice a day.
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	a total of 20 pounds lost in one month.
10	considerably effective	skin became smoother, fewer breakouts
10	highly effective	although this is not available in generic, i am using the generic versions of and in conjunction with this drug. each drug was used independently to determine side effects before they were combined for treatment. (this was a many visit process! but the results have made it was worth it) this combination lowered my intraocular pressure to the point that it was not necessary to have surgery - my next step since other combinations did not work.
10	highly effective	not as tired, thicker hair, not gaining weight as easily
9	considerably effective	able to sleep throughout the night without waking up, not groggy in the morning.
9	highly effective	i had two arthroscopic surgeries to my right knee with little relief or benefit from the surgery. i was prescribed ambien at bedtime as needed to help me sleep. on the nights i didnt take the medicine, i woke up all through the night. with the medicine, i slept well and soundly.
10	highly effective	my total serum cholesterol dropped from 280 to 198, ldl dropped from 225 to 122, hdl increased from 38 to 57. my triglycerides were already low due to a strict low-carb diet. my blood pressure was already low (104/70) due to verapamil therapy to prevent cluster headaches, and has remained low. i experienced no serum increases in liver enzymes, urea, or sugar.
4	marginally effective	the drug helped to decrease hyperhidrosis
1	considerably effective	drug helped alleviate stuffy feeling without much notice of any side effects.
6	moderately effective	i experienced a weight loss of approximately 3 kg in 1 month. the effects tapered off in the second month with the total weight loss to be estimated at 6 kg. subsequently i felt less urge to snack
1	marginally effective	there was a minimum amount of pain reduction.  i believe the medication works neurologically and you do not realize you still have pain.  the side effects were so severe i was afraid to drive the car.  my memory and thought process was deeply disturbed and i still felt pain. my thought process changed so quickly during a mid sentence i sounded as if i was on drugs.  the side effects were just not worth tolerating for the small benefit.  i could not help but think with the way this is making me feel mentally what is the effect it is really having on me.  this medication was meant for diabetics that suffer nerve pain.  i feel sorry for someone who would need to remain on this medication if it was helping reduce the pain.  as all medications it is not going to correct the underlying problem just address the symptoms associated with the problem.  i would not recommend anyone take it.
1	ineffective	patient experienced no treatment benefits.
8	considerably effective	increased hair growth in the thinning areas on the head, making the hair look fuller. i also experienced less hair falling out.
2	ineffective	i was not able to use the cream long enough because of the side effects.
10	highly effective	increased synaptic dopamine levels. this gave me an amazing sense of wellbeing and clarity.
5	marginally effective	the benefits of the treatment were that it stopped the pain. i could sleep at night. i could eat food that i could not eat before. because i was not in consent pain i could get on with my life
9	considerably effective	this cream was very beneficial for the treatment of acne and some blemishes.  i had many pimples around my mouth after getting there and nothing was helping.  further as soon as one pimple went away another formed.  this cream began to work within several days.  i could tell that the pimples were getting lighter and new pimples that were forming would hardly enlarge because i applied the cream as soon as i saw a new one forming, many of them disappeared without even leaving a blemish afterwards 
2	considerably effective	i assume this birth control prevented pregnancy effectively. my boyfriend and i used it as a back up.
9	considerably effective	small pill easy to take.  easy to pack in a travel pack in an alternate pill case without taking the entire bottle.
10	highly effective	within a couple of weeks, intrusive thoughts of suicide abated.  over the next few weeks mood lifted some.  at the time i started i was desperate & hopeless was quite surprised it helped as much as it did without usual side effects of anti depressants-sexual side effects & weight gain.  didnt cure depression but definitely helped severe suicidality.  and im against anti-depressants as 1st run for treating mood disorders but there is a place for them when exercise, spiritual practice, good nutrition & life balance not enough-but these life practices absolutely indispensible for any health issue esp. mood disorders.
10	highly effective	wellbutrin and prozac stabilized my moods and kept me from slipping into depression. there really wasn't anything more to it, but i gather i have to write 50 words, so here they are.
10	highly effective	remeron   was a god send for me. i had chronic insomnia with sleep deprivation for 12 years and tried to treat it with otc drugs. it appeared one night, not slowly over time. i tried several meds without success before my doctor suggested remeron. it took a few weeks to take effect but it has been 100% successful for about 17 years now. i used to take up to 45 mg. at bedtime but have ratcheted it down to 15 mg. over the years. if i miss one dose i know it. falling asleep is no problem. my problem is staying asleep for more than 2 or 3 hours night after night after night. . . not fun.
9	considerably effective	a considerable decline in the occurrence of new spots accompanied treatment. the acne has been practically eliminated if a good cleansing routine is maintained. red marks have faded. blackheads have cleared up. the overall result is clearer and smoother skin.
7	moderately effective	eventual acne reduction.
10	highly effective	regulated bladder control to allow patient (me) to return to a regular life and not have to modify all movements by where the nearest bathroom is located.
10	highly effective	my acne cleared up within a few months, and now it is gone.
4	marginally effective	after about a week, i started to see a small reduction in the size of the fluid-filled cysts behind my knees.  over the 3-week treatment period, there was about a 25 percent reduction in the size of the cysts. there was also a mild reduction in the pain associated with the cysts. another benefit was that i did not get upper gi pain & bleeding with this med, whereas nsaids had been causing black stools due to gi irritation & bleeding.
1	marginally effective	for vaginal bacteria with foul smell, i dont know if the treatment is effective it is only 2 days but then i started yo have to side effects
10	highly effective	decreased inflammation of cervical spinal column, increased motion of cervical spinal column, decreased pain in other joints, decrease in neck pain, etc.
6	considerably effective	the benefits foe the pain was good, it helped the constant pain i was having in my muscles and the over all aching
9	highly effective	it really help me to cope with the anxiety
7	highly effective	with the valtrex i was treat cold sores only and could avoid break outs yr long. if i stopped i was guaranteed to get one
8	highly effective	definitely noticed right away that i had more energy, better concentration and motivation, and could actually focus for the first time in years. by taking this med, it caused a chain reaction that got my life moving forward again: i started by becoming able to get out of bed and get things done around the house. had more motivation to help myself in other ways - better nutrition, better exercise, self care, etc. then my body and mind began to kick in and heal itself more. now the med simply acts as a support for me, but i am ready to start tapering down my dose!!!
1	ineffective	none, only took one pill and found that the side effects do not warrant continued use.
2	ineffective	benefits were intended to be no facial acne
4	marginally effective	i experienced a some evening of skin tone, somewhat smaller pores and very slight improvement in crowes feet
10	highly effective	improved ability to focus and concentrate. memory retention better. improved energy. mainly helped relieve brain fog that is common with chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia. especially noticeable while working. able to function better and work longer, more like my old self.
7	moderately effective	it was fairly successful for the acne.  i found it especially good at spot treatment if i felt a cystic type coming up.
8	considerably effective	singulair dramatically reduced coughing spells and allergy symptoms, but if just one treatment was missed the allergy symptoms reoccurred 
8	considerably effective	the benefits were that once i started taking it, i became less emotional when i got upset.  i could handle the small things better than before, which used to set me off.  it evened out my moods so that i was less temperamental 
1	moderately effective	there really any - i didnt feel any better as the stressors in my life were still there.  i did not feel any relief from the depression, as a matter of fact, i felt worse.
2	ineffective	did improve my appetite, which was suffering as a result of the depression.
7	moderately effective	i had deepening frown lines on my forehead and between my eyes....the benefits were a decrease of the lines (wrinkles).
5	highly effective	long lasting erection
1	highly effective	cleared up the infection but any number of other drugs would have done just as well, without the awful side effects.
8	considerably effective	"relief of depression, ""floor"" under worst moods, increased confidence, less sadness. allowed patient to function normally in work and social situations"
9	highly effective	very effectively reduced my blood pressure to a good level and has it for the 2+ years i have been taking it.
9	highly effective	within days, the acne disappeared. when taken continuously for 3-5 months at a time, the acne never reappeared and the hirsutism decreased substantially.  we then added laser hair removal and stopped the spironolactone.
8	considerably effective	"the treatment benefits were reducing acne, helping me to have a more clear complexion.  also it greatly reduced my cramps.  and, to this day, i am not pregnant :)  the benefits of this ""pill"" were far greater than any others i have tried, and i have tried several different brands."
9	considerably effective	decreased blood pressure, decreased cardiac load, decreased kidney load
8	considerably effective	i experienced more effective for anxiety and panic attacks.
8	considerably effective	retin-a provided the benefits of reducing sun damage of the skin. it reduced some fine wrinkles and helped with uneven skin.
8	considerably effective	significant supression of allergy symptoms with the exception of the eyes.
6	moderately effective	i was experiencing a lot of hot flashes and i think they have subsided in frequency, duration and intensity since starting to take the lexapro.
5	considerably effective	i have been suffering from colitis for the past three years, was put on steroids long term, then granules, then which i had a severe reaction too then tablets which i had a reaction too also. this drug infliximab is given over two hours into a vein then you are monitored for side effects for approx an hour. my severe pain, feeling of passing out, unable to do a bowel motion without feeling like i am going to die is gone.
10	highly effective	i was prescribed prempro by my ob/gyn for hot flashes. i took one pill a day for over a year. i off the prempro for 3 months and the hot flashes came back, seemed worse than before. i am now back on and have taken 4 days, hot flashes are beginning to get better and hopefully will completely disappear soon!
5	considerably effective	quickly helped with depression and nearly eliminated pain soon after starting.  effects lasted for roughly four months.
6	moderately effective	it did help with the red blotchy skin that the rosacea was causing and the heat that i would feel when the rosacea would kick in. it also helped with pimples and welts that would sometimes come on during a bought of the rosacea.
1	ineffective	i had taken several times before because i had become immune to other antibiotics.  seemed to work previously.
1	ineffective	there was none.
8	considerably effective	i did not have any other conditions.  just an inability to focus, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior.  i had a hard time staying organized and difficulty completing tasks.  i also had difficulty staying with one job for too long.  i had a hard time sustaining reading without getting really tired, and i also had a hard time controlling my emotional outbursts.  the  concerta really helped me control all of those things.
6	highly effective	hair loss all but stopped - kept crown area full.
10	highly effective	instantly i felt relieved. i am able to stand back a bit from things that would previously really upset me. i am therefore able not to let things get to me,fantastic. so now i don't  explode instantly in anger at things anymore, i tried to think myself calm and non reactive previously but it did not work. with zoloft i have a calmness when meeting things that would normally make me enraged .i have time and mental space to be rational and realistic and can choose a sane quiet and dignified response, not aggression and anger. hallelujah.
1	ineffective	none, presume ably b/c i had to quit taking the drug before the prescription was completed due to side effects/ possible allergic reaction.
7	moderately effective	cleared up smaller papules/pustules and noticeably reduced facial redness. did nothing for my cystic acne and blackheads.
7	highly effective	this was a the easiest birth control that i have ever used, i like the idea of worrying about it only once a week
3	ineffective	did not take it long enough for any noticeable benefit.
7	considerably effective	through use of the drug and the side effects its produced, i was made much more aware of the level of fat i was consuming with my meals and took measures to reduce the intake
2	considerably effective	singulair seemed to work well at controlling my allergies. i the beginning i didnt notice any side effects.
9	highly effective	the drug has a very long half life and because of that property there is a long, smooth sustained effect of the drug. i did not feel highs or lows and hardly knew i was taking it except it helped my anxiety.
7	moderately effective	seemed to ease allergic rhinitis symptoms caused by seasonal allergies.  easy administration was a great benefit.
8	considerably effective	the sores became much less painful very soon, on the 2nd day. overall, the healing was much faster, and there were only two pills a day to take (not 2 x 3 times a day, like with old-times acyclovir), which was convenient
9	moderately effective	woke up feeling a little less like a zombie, no more insomnia 
6	moderately effective	needed to replace natural thyroid hormones
1	ineffective	none except....slowed heart rate. my was not diminished, but i assume the drug was helping keep my heart rate when in down somewhat
8	highly effective	dr recommended this for a cold. the traditional decongestants and anti histamines had not worked and i was not aware that this allergy medication would have been so effective.
9	considerably effective	oxybutynin chloride reduced my urinary urgency by lessening my bladder spasms, and reduced my urinary frequency, decreasing the number of times i needed to use the bathroom during the day. it also eliminated the need for me to have to get out of bed to void during night.
5	considerably effective	i believe the medication did assist with depression. by the end of the six month most symptons of depression were gone
9	highly effective	relief and cure of uti
10	highly effective	i felt like i was in a deep dark hole for most of my life, almost immediately after starting the medication i felt like a different human being! i noticed colours for the first time in years and i couldnt stop looking at the beautiful sky, grass and flowers. i felt alive, energetic, happy and positive, for the first time in years i wanted to get up in the mornings and live. i wanted to go out in the world again, where as before i hid in my house because of panic attacks. i landscaped my whole garden and when that was done, i decided i wanted to work again and found a job. my marriage flourished after this new me and i fell pregnant 6 months later, at which time i had to discontinue, but that 6 months of prozac was all it took to give me a new life.
10	highly effective	migraine pain relieved in 1 - 2 hours and lasted for 24 hours with 1 tablet
8	considerably effective	solved my depression and helped me have an overall better outlook on life.
10	highly effective	after only three days of treatment my partner noticed a reduction in the hyperpigmentation, it took me about a month to notice these effects. having used tretinoin now for two months the under my eyes is greatly reduced, there is undoubtedly a marked improvement in the texture of my skin and the hyperpigmentation is getting better every day.
7	highly effective	"oxycodone helped take the major edge off of pain so i could rest. however, it made me so drowsy and felt ""out of it"" that i would switch to ibuprofen."
2	ineffective	mildly increased attentiveness
3	ineffective	prevented pregnancy, completely cleared up my (moderate) acne.
10	highly effective	treatment benefits include migraine pain subsiding in about 20 minutes.  no lingering fuzziness from taking this medication.  did not make me sleepy. if migraine pain appeared hours later another dose taken.  this drug is especially handy for anyone with pre menstrual migraine headaches
8	considerably effective	help with pigmentation on the face. acne scar visibly reduced but not all gone.
9	highly effective	i was able to walk (although i should not have)and drive in total comfort. all the pain was alleviated throughout the period of time i was taking the tablets. i felt in full control of all of my senses, even though i was a little more relaxed than normal.
9	highly effective	within 30 minutes for injections to 2 hours for caplets i was pain free and functional.i had gone camping and run out of imitrex.  i was in pain for about 14 hours when i was taken to a little emergency clinic. they gave me an injection of 50 milligrams and in about 15 minutes i was pain free and feeling normal.
10	highly effective	felt 'normal' rather than in a state of panic and anxiety. thoughts were clearer and not racing. felt calm and peaceful.
8	considerably effective	calming effect, helped with sleep, helped with concentration, reduced appetite, improved depressive symptoms
10	highly effective	after taking adderall xr for about a year, my doctor switched me to   not only helps me focus and take away the symptoms of adhd that i was experiencing, but it does so for about 12 hours.  with adderall xr, the effects lasted only a few hours, and i experienced a crash after the effects wore off and i instantly because extremely cranky and irritable   with adderall xr, i also lost the desire to eat.  i am hungry with  and do have the desire to eat.  with  i do not feel the crash at the end of the day, and i do not experience any moodiness.  i am very please with this drug, and it has changed my life for the better.  i have recommended it to other family members with the same problems that i have and they have shared with me similar success stories.
8	considerably effective	in the case of a panic attack, this would soothe the anxiety and calm me down-a numbing sensation--a highly effective anti-psychotic in several situations--kept a low-level feeling of calmness and barrier to anxiety/stress
10	highly effective	much lower cholesterol
10	highly effective	lowered lipid levesl
5	highly effective	botox was administered to help reduce the lines appearing on my forehead and at the outer side of my eyes- crows feet.  the 100 and 50 unit injections were effective in reducing the lines for a period of about 5 months, but there were noticeable adverse reactions with the 100 units.  the 50 units were as effective but without the spasms noted under treatment details.  of the 2 times 50 units were injected,  the last time the botox had been reconstituted for more than the recommended 4 hours.  there was concern of effectiveness, but actually it seems as though the botox was more quickly effective, and seemed more effective in reducing the lines that the previous 50 unit injection.  more detail is covered under the treatment details.
10	highly effective	hello all !through the past two years i was diagnosed with s kyphosis, a degenerative back disease in the lower spinal column. throughout the past two years i have been on and off intensive narcotic pain killers, ie. vicodin es,percocet,ms contin etc.. i knew enough was enough, so like that i stopped taking them. i have no side effects whatsoever. i have been through and still ongoing physical therapy ( 4th session 1 session is 3 weeks ) and been too four orthopedic doctors and spinal specialists. my doctor and i discussed a long term pain application to get me off taking narcotics. i am no pro, but i know that opiates are the best for bad chronic pain, which i experience every day in my life. my doctor and i talked about cymbalta which can be used to tone down the pain level sensors in the brain so i am not experiencing so much pain. i also have high levels of depression, and anxiety. recently my aunt and uncle passed away which they practically raised me when i was born in ireland, and my sister's deaths was even more of a add on. i felt myself slipping into a deep black hole, and was looking for cheap thrills just to keep myself from going crazy ( literally ). anyways, it has been my third day on this prescription, and i feel like a new person. i find myself enjoying simplistic things, and taking initiative in my life to pursue my goals and education. i am currently unemployed and as a young adult it is very hard to maintain money flow with no job. i am enrolled and taking college courses which i have 2 more semesters left before i receive my degree. in one of my classes (chemistry) we are assigned a science experiment. mine, will be for depression and pain levels which will i am using cymbalta. i recorded myself for two weeks, and then the first day after each dose of the drug. i am feeling alive, and that classical person everyone enjoys being around. i have read a lot about this drug and how it fails or makes situations worse. but for me it is working, and i am consistent in my daily routine. i shall continue to document all of my feelings and side effects from this prescription.
1	ineffective	none. the cipro appeared not to work for my skin infection.
8	considerably effective	had been concerned about hair loss for several years (i think when i stopped taking birth control pills!)  so thought it was hormonal.   hormones didnt help.   the armour did reduce hair loss
1	ineffective	"the first few days i felt ""happier"""
7	moderately effective	i do still see reduction in the papules but the redness is still there. in fact, i am wondering if i am developing an immunity because the redness seems to be worsening. also my skin seems to be getting more sensitive n general.
10	highly effective	i could breathe, and if i took it before exercise, i wouldn't need it during.
9	highly effective	very quick and long lasting erection. have been able to have sexual intercourse for 2-3 days no problem. that also had a psychological effect of easing anxiety.
10	highly effective	controls asthma by controling my allergies.  the allergies subsided and my asthma does not kick in i have allergic onset asthma , typically caused by pert dander or huge climate changes .  like going from the south texas area where i live to oklahoma in the winter when its cold there
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	i began to notice the positive benefits within a few weeks.  my mood brightened, i stopped feeling grief and self-loathing, began to remember what i liked to do. i also had increased ability to concentrate, increased energy, increased sex drive.   i was no longer depressed.  i stopped taking the medication after a couple of years, and the symptoms of depression did not return.
8	considerably effective	"it initially helped a great deal. the first 2 days i slept and i felt really good for a change. my aches and pains seemed to vanish. i had energy and felt motivated. my ""quick to aggravate"" temperament diminished as well."
8	highly effective	helped anxiety & black moods, headaches.  made my life a happier place to be in, especially for my family.  have had great results with lexapro with only minimal side effects such as a small weight gain.
6	moderately effective	my and acne were improved 60% by the drug but i believe that the murad skin care line for acne helped more than the drug.  i used both daily, first the drug for 3 mo. then the murad for 3 mo.  the murad appeared to help more without any negative side effects. my skin on the drug was very sensitive to sunlight but not with the murad treatment.
10	highly effective	the drug was to prevent further infections which were starting to scar the kidneys. after taking the drug my daughter did not have any more infections. it was a low level dose and did not seem to affect her in any way e.g causing digestive problems.
5	moderately effective	we aren't sure.  we wonder if it is really controlling the seizures at all.  we are hoping our daughter can get testing to determine if her seizures are in nature.  she was on with complete control, but was switched to due to her upcoming marriage (much lower risk of birth defects and ability to use birth control pills while on it).  she was completely weaned off of at one point and went almost 8 weeks with no seizure activity.  she also went 5-1/2 months with no seizure activity with before having a tonic clonic seizure.  due to her history of seizures (started at the age of 14 a couple of months after she started her period), and the ability to go for long periods of time without problems, we wonder if she is having extreme spikes in estrogen when she from time to time. we hope that our neurologist will work with an endocrinologist and gynecologist to see if there is some validity to our theory.  the goal is to get her back under complete control.
5	moderately effective	made my daughter less anxious
8	considerably effective	greater focus, stronger commitment, lessened stress, improved self-confidence, goal setting, less depressed, better organization and memory (as in remembering events), clearer in thought and expression thereof.
10	highly effective	the viral load count was reduced from millions to less than a hundred within 9 months. though the virus cannot be completely removed, reduction in number helped my physiological health in addition to the physical. i've been continuing taking the drugs, and would likely continue until 2 years.
8	highly effective	extreme urticaria (hives) on forearms and mild (hives) on face and legs were near completely cured with the zantac.
9	considerably effective	my stomach aches went away. i wasn't as nauseated as i would have been without anything.
7	considerably effective	significantly decreased depression and anxiety. more effective than lexapro which was also taken prior by patient. definitely a more effective product.
5	moderately effective	stabalized mood, decreased fatigue, better outlook on life.
10	highly effective	completely cleared resistant adult cystic acne that had not responded to any topical meds or to accutane.
10	highly effective	increased alertness  throughout the day with increased sleep quality. i still have to take naps in my car on some days, but overall this medicine is working great for me.
9	highly effective	reduction of daily muscle tension headaches to about one headache every 6-7 days with decreased severity
8	considerably effective	reduced acne
10	highly effective	blood pressure numbers decreased significantly. had headaches in the past, most likely due to high blood pressure - no longer having any problems with headaches.
1	ineffective	none at all; my acne went from mild to severe. i woke up everyday with big new, painful whiteheads. each time a group of pimples went away, several new ones formed immediately. i also have oily skin, and i read that retin-a rapidly reduces oil; my skin is just as oily as the day i started and my acne is as bad as when i was a teenager.
10	highly effective	strong erections
1	highly effective	i took the before my dental appointment because of mitral valve prolapse.  i did not get a heart infection.
5	moderately effective	clear appearance of skin, decreased pimples and cysts, it took one month for the medication to start working and had moderate effects
8	highly effective	hair came back from a thinning status and a visible scalp through the hair to a much thicker condition with little visible scalp through the hair..confidence back. i no longer look older than i feel and think my overall esteem has been improved
7	considerably effective	it has the effect of major reduction in anxiety, it produces alot of calmness, able to function properly, they pills cured insomnia, it made me get less sever panic attacks, reduction and or elimination of panic attacks, it improvised mood.it was the best drug for panic attacks
7	considerably effective	able to think more clearly and remember things and not so depressed. could function more stable -- began to get more done like in years past. the night sweats from pre menopausal symptoms seemed to go away almost totally; it gave me more hope and not so effected by negative circumstances. i was able to move on with life and function like a normal person
9	considerably effective	i noticed significant smoothing and softening of lines on face, lightening of uneven coloring, reduction of frequency of blemishes, reduction in oiliness of skin and some tightening of the tissues of the facial skin.  i would hope that the effects are long-lasting, but i have only used it for 2 months now.
10	highly effective	relief
8	considerably effective	relieved depressive symptoms; not as weepy or anxious, did not interfere with libido/sexual performance; slight decrease in appetite (pt liked wt loss)
8	moderately effective	the ibuprofen helped relieve pain and swelling from the sprained ankle. it lowered the amount of time it took to heal the ankle and also provided lasting relief from discomfort caused by swelling and pain. swelling was substantially lowered after a week period and steps were taken to allow the ankle to regain flexibility due to subsiding of pain.
9	considerably effective	lower blood pressure in combination with hyzaar
10	highly effective	i first tried ibuprofen 800 mg with very little results other than upset stomach between epidural treatments (3) i
9	highly effective	the hair loss stopped in 2 weeks, i am almost even sure that i have growth again on the area where i lost hairs. the effect were visible really quickly and i do not see any sort side effects as of now.
9	highly effective	"having had severe tpm symptoms for many years, i asked my doctor for fluoxetine. the benefits were a total feeling of ""well-being"". without the extreme ""high"" feeling of (taken before as part of a supervised diet regimen). high decrease on anxiety. appetite more controled. clearness of my thoughts. decrease on crisis of depression (specially during the days previous to my periods). more ""energy"" during the day to the daily things.. decrease on obsessive compulsive (mild) disorder"
9	considerably effective	i have a bad case of crohn's disease.  mine is crohn's.  i had a stricture that was causing my pain, but severe bathroom visits.  the stricture was fixed with surgery.  the frequency of the bathroom visits is lessened with remicade.  it helps within 1 to 1 1/2 weeks.  the only bad thing is that i find myself needing it desparately at 7 weeks.  i suffer for 2 weeks then until i can get it and let it start working again.
7	considerably effective	prevention of blood clot formation after angiogram. the angiogram was required as the patient (myself) has a calcium score of about 4000 (extremely high) and had  complained of minor episodes of intermittent weakness in the hands and feet. the angiogram revealed a number of partial arterial blockages being treated first with lipitor and currently with crestor, niacin and aspirin.
4	highly effective	anxiety and nervousness disappeared  was able to engage in social activities with no fear.was mor functional on the job, procrastination and guessing myself was to a minimal. low self esteem was elevated , did not have such a poor view of myself. i felt calm and confident
7	moderately effective	recoverd from loose motions. nothing more to add. thanks nothing more to add. thanks nothing more to add. thanks nothing more to add. thanks nothing more to add. thanks nothing more to add. thanks
9	highly effective	headache stopped
9	highly effective	seroquel knocks you out, but for me it takes about 2 hours to start working. i take it about 2.5 hours before i actually want to get to sleep, and it lulls me into a very deep sleep. i rarely remember dreams. seroquel has an amazing ability to erase memories of the day before, which for me is usually a good thing. highly recommended for people with severe insomnia and/or rapid mood swings.
8	considerably effective	primarily, my son was much better able to focus, control his impulsivity and, as a result, did better in school.  our house became a much more peaceful place once he was better able to control his temper, which largely came from his frustration in knowing he was not doing as well as he could.
6	moderately effective	less irritability, slept better. was less hungry.
8	considerably effective	pain relief, which gave me energy to get through the day and able to work
10	highly effective	marked reduction in redness & flushing and complete elimination of pustules.  ease of use over creams, etc.
6	marginally effective	the treatment benefits were marginal at best.  mood neither improved nor deteriorated, and anxiety was never significantly alleviated.  unsurprisingly, recent research suggests that ssris are only effective in the most severe of cases.
9	highly effective	my acne has completely diminished ..i have the occasional break-out, but on a an everyday consistent basis i am now acne-free due to retin-a!  it helps to take a break while using it because your skin will become used to it, however after a few weeks off, the effects are just as wonderful to your skin as when you first began.
10	highly effective	i landed in a west african hospital with my insides coming out and suffering from the worst stomach pain as a result of (probably) eating bad food. i vomited for 12 hours until i got the drip and then i was okay for the next couple days in the hospital (although the stomach pains remained).cipro is also the god of beating urinary tract infections: i've taken both a 3 and 5 day course, and its been effective instantly.
3	ineffective	i did not experience any benefits after one week of usage.  i chose to discontinue the treatment.
10	highly effective	treatment cleared the complexion from acne breakout and eliminated the redness/residual under the skin.  this drug had an almost immediate effect on the facial and back areas of the patient.  if the patient stopped taking the minocycline, the acne almost immediately returned.  it kept the bacteria at bay while on the medication.
3	marginally effective	lunesta helped me sleep the first few times i took them and gave me 5-6 hours of sleep without waking up every hour (like i normally do without taking it).
1	marginally effective	none really.  at the beginning it did relieve the pain and helped me to sleep.
8	considerably effective	"i did not experience the ""brain-fog"" that i did with celexa. i felt great after the first couple of days - relieved the depression immensely."
8	considerably effective	"mood more level. my speech is slower, not as pressured. i tend to listen better. i feel more ""chill"", though i still do experience free floating anxiety. my mood is significantly improved, but the anxiety, while lower, is the most stubborn of the symptoms."
1	ineffective	there were no treatment benefits from this particular drug.   my nausea was not controlled at all, in fact i felt more nauseous after taking the medication.
2	marginally effective	the bone mass in my spine improved.   one hip was stable and one had lower bone density
10	highly effective	the benefits are helping to control my cystic acne. i used to have very painful acne cysts that caused major scarring on my cheeks and chin. i did use accutane for about 4 months to clear it up. however, i still breakout. not with cysts but smaller pimples. they seem to form in a cluster in certain areas. i have tried all kinds of topical as well as oral medication to keep these breakouts at bay. spironolactone has pretty much helped reduce the breakouts to almost non existant. my face is also less oily.
6	moderately effective	i became a happier person and felt like living and being active again. i was a better mother and wife. i could focus and was not lethargic or sad.
9	considerably effective	lessened anxiety,brought about more attention
8	considerably effective	getting rid of plaque and the redness and itchiness and the ugly sight of it. being able to wear short sleeve shirts in the summer
9	considerably effective	reduce anxiety and panic. able to ride subways and go into crowded areas without fear of panic attack flying is now much easier because the fair of having a panic attack is not there
10	highly effective	since i've started the treatment, my tension has stabilized. i've monitored it quite frequently after beginning the treatment to see assess the progress. it seems to also have an impact on my ability to maintain a lower blood pressure than before during physical activities.
4	marginally effective	tsh numbers brought down to normal levels, seemed to improve constipation, dry skin and cold intolerance
9	highly effective	my blood sugar is under control. i went from an a1c of over 8.0 to an a1c of 5.3 over the course of treatment. this medication has had minimal side effects and i developed a tolerance to the side effects in a short period of time- about 30 days. this medication is easy to take and doesnt dissolve on your tongue thus avoiding a bitter pill taste. in its generic form this medication is quite affordable.
5	marginally effective	to be honest, i am uncertain yet. i believe it will take months to see results
7	moderately effective	tsh went up to 51 when put on low dose of natural thyroid. doing better on synthroid rather than generic brand.  still have fatigue, memory, weight loss problems.  i believe there are things that the blood tests do not show. not freezing anymore.
10	highly effective	lowered blood pressure
8	highly effective	after the first few days my anxiety was greatly reduced. i felt less depressed and did not feel prone to panic attacks that i had been having prior to starting this medication. i was very pleased with the reduced anxiety and depression.
7	considerably effective	this works very well for mild to moderate pain, usually caused by over-exertion, and characterized by muscle soreness, spasms, cramps, tightness
10	highly effective	my hair loss that i was experiencing stopped completely in it's tracks, and i actually grew back some hair at the crown of my head.  every individual to whom i've recommended the drug has had at least their hair loss stop.  im a complete cynic and consider this a wonder drug. once you start taking it (and if you continue to take it for the rest of your life- hey, that's science, man) you will keep all the hair you have from that moment on.
1	ineffective	there were not any benefits.  changed and the new formula didnt agree with my skin.
10	highly effective	the oral disintegrating formulation of zofran is very easy to take, especially in cases of severe nausea.
1	ineffective	none. though suffering terrible pain from shingles, this drug cause a severe adverse reaction and necessitated calling an ambulance. it created sever pain in another site entirely, so effectively doubled my trouble.
10	highly effective	the medicine was taken to prevent infection since a hole was drilled to drain the gathered blood and release pressure on my nail bed.  as a result, i am in the process of regrowing a healthy nail.
4	marginally effective	to minimize manic depression, patient was having problems at work, can't sleep well, this drug helped to calm patient down, becoming more relaxed, able to deal with normal work load.
1	ineffective	no benefits, only very bad side effects (see below)
8	highly effective	i find adderall compared to other add meds to work most efficiently to help me focus and give me drive and motivation to stay on task without the jitters found in some add meds. helps control anxiety
10	highly effective	better mood, loss of appetite,weight reduction. lost  in 2 months.
5	marginally effective	fingers didnt turn white for as long or as often as they used to.  however, my fingers are still a shade of blue, and hands are still cold.  my face still changes colors throughout the day, from pale, to blue, to red.  it helped, but not enough.  the doctor has prescribed nifedipine to see if that works better.
7	moderately effective	since my hypothyroidism is being better treated i rarely get a migraine anymore. i get one every couple of months or so. i have to say that i sort of dread taking the imitrex because i do experience several side effects, but it usually gets rid of the headache so it winds up being a catch 22. i really hate the muscle aches and weird tight feeling in my head and face. the increase in heart rate can freak me out too, especially if my thyroid meds have just been bumped up too.
10	highly effective	complete improvement in flat sad affect.  felt depression completely lift by the end of four weeks.
10	considerably effective	continuation of hormone replacement after stopping birth control hot flashes or night sweats.
10	highly effective	cured ingrown toenails, straighter growing nails, whiter, clearer nails.
5	moderately effective	i felt the cream was helpful.  once the intitial effects were seen, they seemed to level out.  i used the cream nightly as i did not wear it during the day.  my skin felt smooth and soft after the first week.
10	highly effective	this ia a life altering medication for me.  i get occasional migraines due to hormonal changes, allergy and weather changes.  this medication stops a severe headache and it rarely returns.  it works within about an hour.  it stops a migraine that may last for two days at times.  i am not a big fan of taking medications but this one is a miracle drug.
8	considerably effective	"within 3 weeks i noticed a ""lifting "" of mood and a general sense of being more energized and interested in everyday activities. i was far less concerned about things which had previously worried me and felt more enabled to engage in social activities again."
6	moderately effective	the benefits of taking this drug were a slow down in mpb (male pattern baldness). i noticed that less hairs in the m shape were falling out. it also some of the hair that was lost for several years ago in the crown area. i also noticed that thin, weak hairs stronger and thicker.
9	considerably effective	both seem to work well but looking for something over the counter that helps sleeping so i dont have to take the prescription med. to sleep. it is too expensive. it also would  take a hour or so for it to work. then if i woke up later i had to take another one to go back to sleep. so i am trying to find a good over the counter sleep medicine to take instead.
7	considerably effective	some control of partial seizures- they decreased from 3-4/wk to 1-2/mo
3	highly effective	eliminated severe pain post surgery
9	highly effective	most of the pain was alleviated even though i continued to run daily.    some returned when i stopped the drug.
10	highly effective	the pain in my tooth started to subside
8	considerably effective	a reduction in the amount of panic attacks i suffered, and more control over the ones i do have, a general lightening of moods and outlook. my ibs symptoms appear reduced.
8	highly effective	the benefits were numerous, i don't have panic attacks for the first time in 20 yrs, and if i do, they are less than 20 seconds.  i haven't had a mixed state or very rapid cycling since getting on it 2 years ago.  these symptoms continued to get more severe until i got on this drug.  every episode was worse and lasted longer.  this drug gave me my life back.  i lost my job(s) and wound up in psychiatric inpatient care.  but i have become steadily better since first taking the drug.  i have to admit, to get to the point im at now took 2 years, but it's better then i was, and it's better than not getting better at all.  the longer im on seroquel, the better i feel.  also, i am able to sleep because of seroquel.  at the worst when i went into the hospital i couldnt sleep at all which was making my episode even worse.  sleeping drugs and benzodiazepines such as valium that were given to me made me feel horrible, very tired the next day, and even made me panic.  anticonvulsants and even other psychotics gave me panic attacks, made me antsy or made me so tired i couldnt even function in day to day life.  seroquel doesnt make me real tired, but it  has made a sleep schedule possible again.  i also don't feel too tired in the morning.
5	moderately effective	it did lower my bp some
8	considerably effective	after a few weeks my skin started to clear up and look my younger and clearer.  i did experience some tightening in my skin and dryness.  also, i was instructed not to apply any moisturizer to my t-zone since that is my problem ares.
8	considerably effective	if i have a classical migraine, i cannot function without taking an imitrex. imitrex takes the edge off the pain, takes away the feeling of nausea and i am able to work on the computer, which i otherwise could not do with a migraine. the pills work most of the time but do not work if the headache was not a migraine. the drug used to have an effect quicker on me several years ago when it took care of my migraine within 30 minutes. today it often takes me an hour to feel better after taking imitrex.
10	highly effective	completely relieved acid reflux and eliminated all symptons such as heartburn, cough, etc.completely relieved acid reflux and eliminated all symptons such as heartburn, cough, etc.completely relieved acid reflux and eliminated all symptons such as heartburn, cough, etc.
1	ineffective	no benefits whatsoever, no change in bone density. i took one tablet on the same day each week with plenty of water first thing in the morning and stood upright for the next two hours as i prepared for work. the side effects were numerous and severe, and with continued use compounded themselves to the point that i feared i may not survive the year. my physician at the time refused to believe me and insisted that i continue taking the drug. i began intense research on my own and discovered i was not alone, and would have to make every attempt to save myself.
10	highly effective	full long lasting erection up to two days after dosage,plus it works when you are ready, i must say it brings you back to your youth.
2	ineffective	helped me easily get a good sleep. possible reduction in ibs symptoms.
8	considerably effective	slowed the hair loss and thickened the hair somewhat...pretty good i thought !
5	marginally effective	i didnt notice dramatic results with this product and it was fairly expensive at $100 for one tube. i wasn't religious about applying it each day, so that might have had an impact on the effectiveness. i didnt notice significant fading of the darkest large freckles on my face as i had hoped. i didnt notice any significant reduction in wrinkles.
2	ineffective	after the administration of the first injection the pain decreased, however after a period of two weeks it returned. a second injection was administered. there was no improvement and undesirable side effects, as described below, appeared.
2	considerably effective	after taking the zyban for 3 weeks my desire to smoke was nearly eliminated. i had tried other methods to quit smoking and this one actually worked! unfortunately i had a severe allergic reactions to the medication (the main ingredient wellbutrin).
10	highly effective	early this year i started noticing my skin around the eye beginning to lose its firmness: wrinkles formed during sleep could not be smoothed out by using lancome eye cream.  though, applying a collagen eye product does tighten up the eyelids, but only on the surface, and causing the skin around the eye to crack following facial motions.  i was very self conscious about the wrinkles. after using renova (i've been using it for about two month now), the wrinkles are smoothed, and where the skin easily wrinkles is firmed up, supple and elastic.
3	considerably effective	reduced blood pressure and stopped cholesterol from forming in my arteries.
5	moderately effective	i have a long history in taking anti-depressant drugs.  it started in high school with prozac and desipramine, neither of which i have anything positive to report.  in college, after a dangerous stint without treatment, it resumed with luvox, and  later it was effexor.  finally, after the scariest bout of all, leading to a stay in the hospital, they put me on wellbutrin.  combined with rigorous therapy, dbt (dialectical behavioral therapy) groups, and much personal work, i got my head above water.  i was able to work, eat well and exercise regularly, but many of the symptoms were still there.  i thought that was the extent of what an anti-depressant could do for me, the rest of the work was up to me and maybe in about 20 years i might be able to feel happiness.  since then i went off wellbutrin during a cross-country move, was part of a study for treatment resistant depression where it was recommended i try cymbalta.  i feel the cymbalta has actually influenced my negative thinking and given me more energy.  so now i know that an anti-depressant can potentially create better results than just keeping ones head above water.
8	highly effective	decreased er visits due to control of the migraine at onset.  lower stress level with the migraine due to medications quick action.
1	ineffective	none.
1	ineffective	none
1	moderately effective	not worth the cost of the side effects.  becasue i was so miserable, i discontinued the medication early and opted for a more conventional anti-biotic.
10	highly effective	i stayed loose and limber throughout the day.  didnt end up limping at the end of the day or after a 30 min car ride.  it made me feel like i was in my 30's again instead of my 50's.  it enables me to do yoga moves which i could not do because of the pain.  it's changed my life.  none of the side effects that narcotic pain relievers give.  no tiredness or spaciness
1	ineffective	none, the sinus condition remained after a short trial of the levaquin.  i had to resort to a regular z-pak.
8	considerably effective	improve cystic acne on chin -- i still get a few bumps but not as many or as violent as before the treatment.
1	highly effective	lowered his blood pressure with one pill to the point of passing out, and having severe cramping.
5	ineffective	none yet
2	ineffective	skin cleared up immediately - the first time.
1	marginally effective	none
10	highly effective	the treatments benefits are to reduce acid reflux and stop acid from forming in the stomach.
10	highly effective	i am able to breath more easily. taking the medication keeps my airways open and keeps me alive.
8	considerably effective	mega-dosage of valtrex upon the first symptoms and signs of a cold sore typically effectively reduced and or eliminated the actual appearance and break out of cold sores.
10	highly effective	zithromax quickly improved my bacterial sinus infection and allowed me to keep my travel plans for day 2 of treatment.  it worked amazingly fast in alleviating my symptoms.
9	highly effective	calmed anxiety - was having 4-6 anxiety attacks daily. helped to stabilize my mood.slept at least 7 hours - initially was started on sleeping pills. would wake up around 5 times a night. with the seroquel i only wake up a couple times a night.
7	considerably effective	taking the medicine was only once a day at the time i chose to take it. it helped me most during stressed situations of any size. i could handle anything and not get angry.
5	moderately effective	it exfoliated my skin.
10	highly effective	my experience with zyprexa has been very positive. it really saved my life.i am able to think very clearly now.
10	highly effective	most say it takes 6 weeks for this drug to really be in your system. after taking for 3 days i could feel the effects, i was much calmer and able to handle stressful situations, and back to myself. my problem was that small daily stresses tended to become much larger than they should have. i am now much more able to let small things roll off my back.
7	highly effective	reduction of oral prednisone and prednisone eyedrops w/ eventual stoppage. uveitis cleared. inflammatory arthritis is ongoing. i am undergoing new treatment with mtx currently.
7	considerably effective	i do feel much more awake, but i still need a nap everyday even after taking both of my doses. with 8-10 hours of sleep im still very fatigued, but i am able to think more clearly...and even drive again. my mood is much better and seems to be more stable than before. the endless fatigue used to spin me out of control and send me into rage, and the only way that i could deal with the rage was to clean like mad crazy and put my focus on anything other than the real issues...all the while never eating or drinking anything for weeks at a time. from there i would become extremely manic and focus only on organization, my eating disorder and cleaning. this hasn't happened at all since taking in combination with cymbalta. i did read that this medication is not recommended for people with a history of mania, ocd or eating disorders....but i feel that it's been very effective in the long run for me.
9	highly effective	my hair had been falling out, and it finally stopped after taking this for a while.  now it is growing back and getting thicker.  before i was always cold and my hands would even get numb from being so cold all the time.  now i am finally warm and don't have to wear a sweater  in the summer.
9	highly effective	completely eliminated neck pain. interestingly, did not reduce slight-to-moderate left hip pain (see article on pain in 11/09 issue of scientific american)
9	highly effective	i don't have to worry about forgetting to take a pill or a condom breaking.  i have had no vaginal dryness,my sex drive is still the same (high), no cramping, matter of fact, i was cramping very badly the day that i started the ring and within an hour of insertion, my cramps went away.  i actually had blood clots before i started the ring, and now my periods are so much more lighter so i am not clotting at all. :)  also, my period duration has been cut in half from 5-7 days to 3 or 3.5 days.  i think it's awesome!!  my partner does not feel it at all and we have it enthusiastically (vigorously)!
5	marginally effective	cleared head and sinsus
3	marginally effective	relieved gerd symptoms.
9	highly effective	almost complete elimination of gerd symptoms--reflux,heartburn,nausea,choking spasms, cough.  i have also been able to eat a wider variety of foods without discomfort.
10	highly effective	increase in energy, immediate weight loss.
10	highly effective	better outlook on life in general, less anxious, easier to deal with everything, a difference of night and day
8	highly effective	i used this cream very religiously. i was very particular about avoiding sun which is a must with thos medication.. i have to say that i have gotten rid of my pigmentation. my skin is very smooth and it also takes cate of occasional breakout. my pore size has become smaller.
9	highly effective	the pain in my back and neck caused stress and spasms. the medication relived the pain , nearly completely  and allowed the spasms to subside. i tried anti inflammatory before for this re occuring problem and found them to be nearly useless. strong pain killers like and are affective but do not allow me to maintain any normal activity during the drug use.
3	moderately effective	apparently prevented wound infection, though efficacy of drug is questionable and causality cannot be established.
10	highly effective	nocturnal myoclonus (similar to restless leg syndrome) causes severe jerking of the legs every 15 seconds for up to 7 hours. lisinopril allowed both myself and my partner to sleep at night. somehow, the drug works without the adverse effects the other sleeping pills, neuro transmitter pills and anti-depressants had.
8	considerably effective	singulair appeared to help somewhat with being able to breathe better.rhinitis was decreased.  it helped me miss fewer work days, especially when air index quality was poor.
1	marginally effective	the medicine did help with the pain.
10	considerably effective	i have increased energy while taking this medication. it has possibly prevented osteoporosis. my family is quite prone to this, and my bone density tests only show slight osteopenia.
10	highly effective	blood sugar levels returned to within normal limits.  the risk of having to become insulin dependent for my diabetes was decreased.
4	considerably effective	only 4 periods a year
2	ineffective	i haven't noticed any benefits
10	highly effective	very effective in treating wrinkles by relaxing muscles - highly recommend by trained professional.  no down time, immediate results.  very pleased with the outcome.
8	considerably effective	increased interest and enthusiasm in activities.
6	considerably effective	since using the retin-a along with the accutane, i have noticed a great improvement in the look of my skin.  there are less clogged pores and it definitely more smooth and even in skin tone.  any fine lines around my mouth and on my forehead have diminished but it hasn't helped much with fine lines around my eyes.
7	considerably effective	i noticed at first with the a boost in energy, and more regular sleeping habits. at the upgrade shortly into month two i went from smoking a pack a day (25 cigarettes) to about 3. my boyfriend smokes also which is why i still have a few a day. also after smoking pot it's nice to have a smoke i find.
2	highly effective	sleep
10	considerably effective	addition of neurontin reduced overall pain severity at the neuropathic injury site (r cervical spine), and appeared to lessen a qualitatively different component of the pain to that helped by tramadol. combination of tramadol and neurontin in carefully tested combination (to suit patient) brought best pain result to date (injury prior).
9	highly effective	for the first time in years i woke up without widespread flu like pain throughout my body. i woke up feeling rested, awake, alert. some days were still worse than others, but overall a dramatic difference. i could function throughout the day, wasn't almost falling asleep all the time. if work got crazy and i had to pull 14-16 hrs - which was quite frequent - i didnt get immediately sick.  i actually flew on planes multiple times without getting sick. i used to blink and get sick because my system was so run down despite many hours of sleep a night. when i take xyrem i need only 6-8 hours of sleep and i would wake up and feel great throughout the day. it was an absolute lifesaver for me.
3	moderately effective	reduction of asthma symptoms and severity, less shortness of breath and light headedness
9	considerably effective	quick relief of hypertension, moving from 150/120 area down to 130/80 region.
8	considerably effective	significant decrease to nerve pain to arm
10	highly effective	it worked great! i would not be nauseated at all and could eat and have energy all day.
8	considerably effective	fter going back to the doctors for a nother the bacterial number was back to normal
10	highly effective	lowered blood pressure to within normal limits
8	considerably effective	aided in decreasing symptoms of depression, and also reduced craving for cigarettes as a bonus.  noticeably less lethargy.
9	highly effective	benefits: patch applied 1x weekly assured consistent delivery of dosage. no skin irritation reported by patient but recommended that site used be rotated weekly. patch can come off if not applied correctly to clean dry skin - no lotions or creams s/b present. may not be metabolized through liver as much as oral estrogen - advantage.
9	considerably effective	reduced blood pressure to within acceptable limits. replaced previous drug (ace inhibitor) with undesirable side effects.
7	highly effective	cleared acne rosacea.
4	marginally effective	slight initial improvement of viral aggravated asthma.
5	highly effective	helped me sleep well
2	ineffective	absolutely none
8	considerably effective	first of all there are a ton of competitors like rogaine on these reviews bashing propecia, how can you only take it for 3 months and have side effects that have ruined your life, i find that highly unlikely. second, propecia does work even for a receding hairline, if u think your going to regrow your childhood hairline 99% of the time you wont  i have managed to keep my hair and regrow the thin parts and it just feels a lot better. and of course if you take a hormone blocking drug your gonna have sides but they are not bad at all i can still get a boner in about 10 seconds and its not limp. it didnt start really regrowing until about 6-7 months in so u gotta give it time.
10	highly effective	improved range of motion, pain relief and decreased soreness
7	moderately effective	when i apply this cream on the infected area, it sometimes relives the pain in few seconds, or few mins. it is a symptomatic temporary relief. but the allergy repeats itself few months later.
9	highly effective	i was taking for muscle inflammation in my ribs caused by sever coughing from bronchitis.  it helped with the pain a lot and helped me sleep through the night.
10	highly effective	the treatments stopped my monthly acne breakouts.  this allowed my skin to heal and broke the breakout cycle.  my skin has not wrinkled as fast as my friends of the same age.
8	considerably effective	compared with synthroid that was prescribed to me in the beginning, i have fewer problems, like mood swings, sweating, weight gain, etc.
2	ineffective	none
8	considerably effective	it relieved the actual pain of my inflammed stricture
1	ineffective	synthroid aggravated my hives, tremendously.
4	moderately effective	the pain was definitely reduced, from high discomfort to relatively low discomfort, so long as i wasn't moving. it also helped me to sleep some of the time.
10	highly effective	this cleared up severe cracking and bleeding on hand. i have managed to avoid the condition for many months due to proper 
1	ineffective	amoxicillin did little, if any, good for the infection i had with my abscessed tooth. i also had a skin lesion caused by a bacteria, per the doctor, but amoxicillin did not effect this at all. it stayed the same through the days i took this antibiotic.
8	considerably effective	able to move easier, not in as much pain, more energy, sleeping better, mood is stable.
1	considerably effective	infection cleared up in a week
4	moderately effective	took for insomnia for about 3 weeks. did not notice a difference. the doctor prescribed  and still no difference. finally, i was prescribed and have been taking that dosage for about 2 months.i do sleep a little better than before, but i still do not sleep through the whole night.
7	considerably effective	acne significantly reduced or disappeared, but returns immediately upon stopping treatment.
1	ineffective	the treatment benefits were very minimal because of the severe rage that i experienced. i don't think i benefited at all from taking this drug.
7	considerably effective	i feel better about myself and less anxious and depressed.
8	highly effective	the benefit was a lowering of blood sugar and metformin does that very well without leading to hypoglycemia which can happen with some of the other anti drugs.
10	highly effective	no watery itchy eyes, no runny stuffy nose. no sneezing. normally my eyes are sticky and itchy and i sneeze uncontrollably  also y nose would get completely stuffy and drip water constantly.
8	considerably effective	the prednisone immediately reduced the warmth and burning heat of the rash, although the rash continued to spread across my face for several days. it also stopped the itching. as another benefit, the prednisone also got rid of my eczema and--most thrilling--my tennis elbow, which was lingering from 9 months earlier!
8	considerably effective	i feel much more stabilized on this drug. however the 200 mg.did quit working after about year and a half, and i was hospitalized with a mixed episode. my lamictal was raised to 400 mg. 200 at night and 200 in the am. i am told this is the highest therapeutic level for this drug for treating bi-polar. i am much more even but am also still on geodon and once a day. i am weaning off of zoloft-am at 50 mg. once a day at moment. i feel the real med that has helped is the lamictal, i hope to wean off the rest of meds after being stable for a length of time.
10	highly effective	incredibly beneficial! by using the semi-synthetic opioid drug along with a homeopathic, long used in europe product, (heel, inc.) my osteoarthritis and other spinal pain issues were substantially relieved on a 24 hr basis.
5	moderately effective	seasonique was great for me as a birth control method instead of condoms and i experienced no spotting or bleeding the whole 3 months before my period.
9	considerably effective	this medication allowed patient to reduce other cholesterol lowering medications while still keeping high cholesterol under control
8	considerably effective	i could fall asleep and was usually well rested.
10	highly effective	i was finally able to get the deep sleep that i needed to function. other problems that i have- interstitial cystitis, fibromyalgia, insomnia, etc.- seem to be improving because of the sleep that i am getting.
8	considerably effective	it reduced my acne considerably. it provided a very smooth feeling to my skin that i did not experience with anything prior to using this medicine. it also gave me a rosier complexion with a glow.
10	highly effective	i had several episodes of extremely high blood pressure 212/90 was one reading.  it was mainly a product of work related stress and being overweight.  first i was treated with prozac for the depression/anxiety and became suicidal.  with the paxil and lisinopril combination my blood pressure is controlled and i do not suffer from depression nor anxiety.  i respond to outside stimuli in a more normal way.
1	ineffective	absolutely none. this drug destroyed my marriage. i was so irrationally angry over really stupid stuff. i was raging at my husband for no reason. and it made our marriage crazy to the point that we separated and divorced. i have been told this drug does cause anger in perfectly normal people and that it is like being on speed or cocaine. i would pull this drug from the market.
6	moderately effective	my anger and depression seemed to get much better within 3 weeks of starting on 75 mg. my dose was eventually increased over time to   my family noticed a difference in my attitude.
9	considerably effective	"before taking prozac i had no energy or joy - i could barely lift my head off the pillow in the morning. i just wanted to stay in bed. when i first started taking it, i could feel it physically - i felt a little ""giddy"" and my eyes felt/looked glazed. but over time, those feelings went away and i just felt normal. i no longer felt like i was on a drug - i just felt good. i could get up in the morning and looked forward to each day."
6	highly effective	depression reduced - i had taken it at a lower dosage at first - but his had no effect - at all - so psychiatrist had to prescribe a higher dosage than the family doctors are allowed...the effect was amazing - i suddenly felt a 100% better after  a week or so - i had been on the lower dosage for months with no effect.
4	moderately effective	so far i've been sad to say the the side effects are worse for him. i want to continue the drug longer to hope that the side effects will decrease.
7	considerably effective	"it was able to supress my hunger enough to ""get through"" the tough times and not be so grumpy about it :)  simply, i was not starving all the time, and it made the weight loss bearable.  it was not easy, but it gave me the drive to keep going because i wasn't so miserable while doing it. i ate a 1200 calorie a day or less diet and exercised many times a week...so i would have lost weight anyway, but it just made it easier."
9	highly effective	infection gone.
9	considerably effective	this product reduced the severity of the breakouts and reduced length of time of the acne outbreak.  it was effective in reducing the outbreak but it does not eliminate or reduce blackheads unless an inordinate amount of ointment is applied daily.
6	marginally effective	this medication is manufactured to lower the bad cholesterol levels.therefore it is produced to decrease the risk of heart attack and stroke. after first month of usage the blood test should be performed . the dosage shall be adjusted accordingly and another three months treatment shall follow before another blood test is done.
8	considerably effective	the side affects were not so bad. the pills were easy to take, and got them from publix so they were vanilla flavored.
10	highly effective	the benefits are numerous. with the geodon i haven't suffered from a bout of depression in app. 2 1/2 yrs.. before the geodon i suffered from depression for months at a time. i haven't been or felt suicidal at all since beginning the drug. with geodon i am on an even keel. by that i mean that i do not suffer from the peaks and valleys of typical bi-polar disorder. i no longer have manic episodes for days and then sink into a dark depression. it has made most of my bi-polar traits go away.
8	marginally effective	catapres was initially effective at reducing my blood pressure on it's own, but there was reduced effectiveness over time. for this reason i began taking in addition to (daily). taking these two drugs together has resulted in good blood pressure control with a fairly low dose of each drug.a side benefit of taking has been that it helps to control my rosacea symptoms. i have had the reason for this explained to me, but cannot the details (has something to do with effect on the sympathetic nervous system).
10	highly effective	this dosage works in keeping bladder irritations almost completely non-existent.before beginning this treatment i had recurring bladder irritations that felt like a bladder infection.  when tested, there was never any bacteria present.  the urologist that i went to put me on this system of using a vaginal cream.  i began using it nightly until symptoms were relieved or disappeared.  following that i was put on a regimen of using the vaginal cream only 3 nights per week.  without the premarin vaginal cream i consistently had vaginal irritations.
8	highly effective	i can now fly without flight or pre-flight anxiety. i used to worry for two weeks about getting ono and airplane.
10	highly effective	quick relief of flu-like symptoms
10	considerably effective	reduced sore throats and headaches due to allergies
6	considerably effective	reduced the blood pressure with few side effects at first
3	highly effective	virtually no pain.
10	highly effective	very effective increase of hdl
9	considerably effective	for migraines related to my menstrual cycle, zomig has been the most effective drug to treat/minimize the migraine symptoms.  with the option of taking 1/2, i could start at this lower dose and try to take it as soon as it was clear a migraine was setting in.  i typically could control it over several days if needed with periodic 1/2 dose.
10	highly effective	i felt great. highly effective at preventing pregnancy. my skin looked decent while on the pill as well. i had a doctor tell me once that this pill was one the best birth controls to use. i agree, seeing as i am the patient. its always nice to know when to expect your period :)
10	highly effective	between 1998 and 2006, when i was going through menopause, my bone density went from normal to borderline osteoporosis, as shown by the results of two bone density tests given on those dates. after i received my bone density results in 2006, my physician put me on fosamax, which i have taken regularly for the past two years.  when i took a bone density test recently in 2008, my bone mineral density had increased by almost 6% over a two-year period. i remain in the range of osteopenia, but am midway now between normal and osteoporosis in my t-scores.
9	highly effective	signifigantly reduced depression, social anxiety. mild side effects.
4	moderately effective	the benefit of taking the drug was to decrease the symptoms of depression and anxiety. in addition, the drug did not suppress the libido on the opposite it increase the sexual desire.
1	highly effective	the bacterial infection in the prostate was quickly controlled, immediately .
9	considerably effective	while taking this medicine for sleep disorder it help me very good. i discovered it help another problem i had for many years. i had a sinus problem of sever running noes every time i ate my nose would run like a faucet. now it slowed down to a trickle.hope it will help someone else who suffer with this problem.
9	considerably effective	i have more energy, the want to do things (clean house, walk, and normal daily activities). it boosts my self confidence. i am more happy now. i have more fun with my 2 children. i have no appetite what so ever, which to me is an awesome thing whereas before i could eat my 3 meals a day and snack a million times in between. i actually like the taste of water now. i didnt drink pop much at all before but now if i take a drink of pop it tastes nasty so that is a very big plus.
10	highly effective	i lost 90 pounds in 6 months. the key was drinking water all throughout the day. i ate 1 meal a day before 6pm & snacked on fruit (applesauce, fruit cups, canned fruit,etc.)  all through the day (instead of fast food, icecream, chips or any other food that is unhealthy). i saw no results in the first month, but once 30 days had passed, i started to lose 1 lb. a day & sometimes 1 1'2 lb. a day. even after getting off of meridia, i still continued to lose weight 2 months later. product was very expensive but worth it! the more weight you have to lose the more you will lose!
9	highly effective	reduced depression and feelings of hopelessness within 3 weeks. i like being able to increase dosage when things get a little rough and then back off to the original dosage when things settle down.
10	highly effective	tried many different drugs all either failed to reduce my blood presure or had side effects which i did not want to live with. hytrin has brought my blood pressure under control with absolutely no side effects
3	marginally effective	flare-ups were less frequent as well and the duration of time they lasted was less. i noticed that it didnt help with the amount of bowl movements i was having but it did help stop the internal bleeding.
3	marginally effective	very limited for the amount taken.  new bone density showed slight improvement, ie 2 years ago spine was -3.3, now is -2.9.
8	moderately effective	the synthetic thyroid hormone treatment made it so i was at least able to function, sped my metabolism up enough to keep warm and have regular menses.
10	highly effective	my miracle drug!! i have suffered for years with extreme mood swings, depression, and bulimia. it was several months ago that i was diagnosed with bipolar 2-i was immediately prescribed lamictal-i didnt really notice a difference so my dr. upped it to  it has worked wonders! i am so proud to say that i am happy and i haven't felt this elation in years! i can actually stay awake during the day, i have the drive to exercise, my libido is back(sure did miss that), almost no mood swings at all and most importantly i feel like a mother again! i have 3 beautiful little girls that i can hug, kiss, and love again!! i feel like crying-in a good way-everytime i think about how happy i am! my only fear is wondering how long this will last-i can only pray this will last forever.
8	considerably effective	became less emotional and therefore able to function better in everyday settings,especially as i experienced no side-effects.
8	considerably effective	the effect of the drug starts immediately but still the care is needed in the food. the drug is also inexpensive and widely available in the drug store.
10	highly effective	after my hysterectomy, i was depressed, didnt want to have company, was suspicious of everyone and everything. i wasn't feeling like my former self at all.  once i began the hormone replacement therapy (premarin), i began to feel much better immediately.  the depression left and i felt younger and much more able to cope with daily life.  i take premarin (  daily.
5	considerably effective	not noticable, supposed to clear all yeast from body because i had been feeling bloated, kept getting yeast infections and when i had the lady told me that i had an abundance of yeast.  makes sense cuz i drink a lot of beer and don't eat too healthy.
8	highly effective	treatment began to work after 3 days. i had not been able to smell for 10 years and my smell is now restored.
10	highly effective	the treatment (eyes & forehead) was highly effective and lasted 6 months each of the 3 times i was treated. i have a very deep vertical line between my eyes which was all but invisible with each treatment. i loved it!
1	moderately effective	the only positive effects was blood pressure moderately controlled.
9	considerably effective	tried to stop smoking for years. started using chantix and found that if taken twice daily even if i smoked an occassional cigarettes; i continued to take the drug. had no jitters or nervousness from nicotine withdrawals. very effective.
9	considerably effective	this is probably the best skin care product/medicine available. it is highly effective for both acne and photo-aging. it exfoliates the skin better than anything else, thus unclogging the pores. it also speeds up cell turnover, which reduces  preventing formation. it smooths out wrinkles, makes the deep layers of skin - dermis - thicker, increases collagen production, etc. you can read about all its benefits on pubmed. it has been proven more effective than tretinoin (retin a) for both acne and 
10	highly effective	i used to have near-daily migraines.  i tried every migraine medication on the market.  either they didnt have any effect, or i was unable to tolerate them due to side-effects.  with botox injections administered by a very knowledgable neurologist who is also a pain specialist, i am virtually migraine-free for months.
8	highly effective	opened lungs when breathing was difficult.
9	highly effective	my worst symptom was in my feet. it was painful to walk, and therefore i walked slowly even when i used shoes with good support (birkenstocks), especially going down stairs. there was some pain or discomfort in my lower back. these were my symptoms when i was on methotrexate alone. when i started enbrel, i felt the effects within hours. within the same day i could walk decently with much less pain. within the next few days and weeks, im practically back to normal. in my second month, i think i started to feel a tapering off of its effects, which doctors warned me about and i read about: i felt a faint shadow of the foot pains i used to experience but i can still move normally.
9	highly effective	the numbs my back for most of the day so that the pain is dulled dramatically.  the neurontin eventually blocked my pain so well i was able to get out of bed after being stuck in it for 4 1/2 months.  these two pain relievers work so very well together.  there is nothing that is going to take all of the pain away.  i am also on other medication for this as well. being able to walk around again finally, was like, what took you so long to figure it out what to do?  im not broken, im hurt.  i have children at home, i need to at least be mobile!
10	highly effective	i have taken this drug off and on for the past 13 years. i have always had good results with it, but i wanted to go off it to have children. then, after my last child, i tried to make it without medication, but i realized i couldnt  i am very careful about the medications i take and i don't like being stuck on anything. however, i realized that i needed help and my children needed a happy mommy. i went back on prozac (the generic form) 2 months ago and now feel better than i have in years. i can cope with the daily stresses of life without losing my temper, or my mind. i can face the responsibilities of each day without fear, hopelessness, or doubt. i can laugh and enjoy my children. i am truly a new person. i am regretting not going back on this medication sooner.
4	marginally effective	i am not sure if it was levothyroxine that helped to normalise the hormone levels. it's kind of strange, as they've only were back in range, when i stopped taking l-thyroxine.
1	considerably effective	montelukast stopped the constant recession leading to repeated hospital admissions
1	highly effective	the drug treatments stopped the headaches.
9	highly effective	had a lot of headaches all day every day. doctor said it was tension headaches made by a muscle spasm in my neck. she prescribe this medicine and the headaches are hardly there.
9	highly effective	was able to sleep for seven hours at night without waking up.
8	highly effective	was able to get to sleep and stay asleep for a full eight hours.  could go to sleep within an hour of taking the drug and was able to still wake up the next day. i take one benadryl with the xanax to help get the sleep cycle started.
1	ineffective	none
7	considerably effective	it did lower my blood pressure, although my physician wanted to lower it further because i started out on 10 mg a day so the medication dosage was raised to 20 mg which as been more effective at lowering my blood pressure.  even though my blood pressure wasn't dangerously high since cardiovascular issues run in my family my doctor wanted me to take this drug because of family history even though i am young.
8	highly effective	this drug improved my mood greatly. i can take more stress at work, in my romantic life, and family situations where as before, i would crawl under a rock and cry. a lot of people say that they don't feel much on this drug, but i think it was low enough to where i could have moderate lows and elevated highs. it helped me control my impulsive behavior with eating.
7	considerably effective	made a huge difference in my depression (post natal) at first. had tried zoloft after my previous pregnancy, which seemed to stop working. cycled through a number of other drugs (8 within 9 months) and ended up sticking with as it seemed the one with the least side-effects initially.
10	highly effective	this drug turned my severe recurrent depression around.
5	highly effective	i didnt get malaria
9	highly effective	revieved my eyes of the redness and puffiness and fluid that had been coming out of my eyes.
2	moderately effective	this did help clear acne infections and helped skin somewhat improve
10	considerably effective	pain and pressure in front temporal lobes was reduced 50% within 2 hours of initial treament. within 4 hours an overall 80% reduction in symptom severity.
2	marginally effective	reduction in allergy symptons-  less nasal congestion, and itchiness in eyes was reduced--
3	moderately effective	lessened the pain associated with the inflamation
1	considerably effective	#name?
8	considerably effective	male to female transformation   fat re-distribution, breasts and fat alterations in the face. in my case the feminine side was a more slender face
8	highly effective	my skin cleared considerably in about two weeks after starting this medication and has remained relatively clear over the 10 months i have been taking it.  i have far fewer hormonal breakouts around my chin and my skin seems generally less congested with fewer blackheads.  i have also noticed a reeducation in oil on the surface of my skin.
7	considerably effective	the treatment stopped hair loss and caused some regrowth. some loss of effectiveness (i believe due to worsening of underlying condition), but adding a topical solution corrected this.
8	considerably effective	brought me out of a severe, didnt-care-if-i-lived depression without making anxiety too much worse. not perfect but works well enough that i don't want to quit taking.
10	highly effective	stopped the symptoms of ulcerative colitis w/i 2 weeks
4	moderately effective	skin cell turnover increases
9	considerably effective	the treatment was very effective in producing an erection when sexually stimulated.
9	considerably effective	reduce the chance of ostheoporiosis
10	highly effective	treatment benefits included prevention of pregnancy, clearer, more manageable skin, reduced menses and significantly reduced cramps. i never had another huge cystic acne after taking this medication. i had very very tiny acne occasionally. i mainly went to the doctor for heavy cramps. now each month i do not suffer from cramps and am very happy.
9	highly effective	although it's a very powerful/dangerous drug if used while pregnant, or not monitored by your doctor, accutane really helped my skin. i have tried everything! the benefits were it got rid of all my acne, it shrunk my pores, made my skin less oily, and my hair, smoother skin, brighter skin, even toned. on accutane i didnt have to wash my hair for 3-4 days. normally i had to wash my hair everyday because it was so greasy. i would never go without a day of washing when i wasn't on accutane.
6	moderately effective	i feel more level, able to think and concentrate, less stressed and not bothered about anything.
10	highly effective	decreased sputum production and increased lung function.
9	considerably effective	markedly decreased hot flashes, which allowed for better sleep. reversal of vaginal atrophy symptoms and vaginal dryness, and the accompanying itching and irritation.
9	highly effective	have gone without a headache or migraine for 3 weeks now.  i have very mild neck pain.
8	considerably effective	helped ease depressed mood, less mood swings. better overall sense of well being. i was not as emotional and life felt more manageable  i didnt even notice its effects while on it. i have tried other antidepressants that made me feel disconnected and my mind was cloudy, also experienced weight gain. effexor did not make me feel like i was on anything, it just worked in the background. i only noticed it effects once i quit, my emotions were stronger and all my senses seemed intensified.
10	highly effective	i was finally able to breathe, no dry feeling, no post nasal drip, i sing and it helped me tremendously
1	highly effective	prevented pregnancy, i did not experience any benefits whatsoever
9	highly effective	the clots eventually completely dissolved over the course of the treatment.
1	marginally effective	i did not see a change in the condition of the toenail. only about a quarter if the left great toenail was affected. after taking the drug for the 12 weeks, the physician recommended another 12 week course, however my insurance company would not cover the extended treatment and i could not afford the cost of lamisil. perhaps a positive effect would have been realized if i was able to continue the treatment
1	highly effective	using for the first 18 months was brilliant. it increased lubrication and stopped the continual urethral soreness i had (and when passing water). it made everything feel normal again.
1	ineffective	there any.  i had to stop taking this medicine after 4 days due to the side effects.
9	considerably effective	valtrex tablets work by stopping the multiplication of the virus which causes herpes. they can reduce the length and severity of an outbreak of herpes, the duration of pain and shorten the time to healing of crusts associated with herpes. valtrex tablets help the blisters to heal more quickly. if you start taking them as soon as you feel an outbreak starting, you may actually prevent the blisters from developing.
9	highly effective	the medicine was for contraceptive purposes, which it achieved. the medicine also regulated the periods and made them on a more regular basis. it also cleared my skin and helped with acne.
9	highly effective	substantial reduction in joint pain caused from arthritis.
9	considerably effective	patient complained of muscular pain in arm, thought to be broken. visit to physician  proved otherwise. arm immobilized and patent put on diclofenac. thus far,no further complaint of pain, over past month increased mobility, and muscular strength.
5	highly effective	the drug cleared my skin and even reduced some of the redness and scarring from the acne.  this was my first and last treatment.
8	considerably effective	fast acting inhaler for asthma symptoms.
3	marginally effective	i think that the treatment might have improved my acne somewhat, but it always returned.  i stayed on this drug for several years, along with using topical medications.  i was using so many prescriptions that i don't really know which if any of them helped.  i always still had some acne during this treatment.
9	moderately effective	helped with decreasing intermittent fluid retention in ankles and worked in conjunction with bp medication to decrease bp
6	moderately effective	the loss of bone mass retarded. it is difficult to measure the efficacy of the drug apart from a bone scan.  i do not nor have ever broken a bone. considering my weakness in my wrists this drug may be credited with bone integrity.
9	highly effective	remarkable improvement in productivity (no down time) and feeling of well-being.
8	moderately effective	increased energy (moderate), weight stabilized
10	highly effective	no pregnancy,no periods for 18 years, no menopause, estrogen production stopped, convenience
8	highly effective	cleared up my acne - worked very well. skin was softer.
10	highly effective	simptoms disappeared promptly.
7	moderately effective	the benefits aren't that great but i do get some kind of relief. i am in pain everyday all day.
9	considerably effective	i frequently experience heart palpitations at random times for random durations of time. atenolol has help to suppress these palpitations, so i don't experience them as often. it has drastically reduced the number of episodes i have and also lessens the pounding feeling when the episodes do occur.
9	highly effective	i have mild arthritis in my knees.  i play tennis 3-4 times a week and consistently experienced mild pain and swelling.  i just did not want to give up tennis so i played through the pain.  within a week after taking diclofenac, my knees felt like they did when i was 18!!!  it really was amazing and continues.  i literally have no pain whatsoever in my knees...
8	highly effective	the ambien did give me a solid nights rest. i did not experience the rapid effect that i've often read about, i.e. that i would fall asleep within 20 minutes even if i was in the middle of an activity. it usually took about 40 minutes to take effect.
8	highly effective	i quit smoking!!!! and so did my husband who was also taking it. i smoked about 1 pack a day and he smoked about 2 packs a day. our lives have changed because of this drug and our children will be healthier too!
10	highly effective	"prior to taking this medication, i was feeling very tired and ""fuzzy headed"".  i thought these feelings were just due to being overly busy and getting older.  in an annual check-up it was discovered that my thyroid levels were off.  this medication brought my thyroid level to normal. i noticed increased energy and mental clarity within just a few days of starting the medication."
2	moderately effective	seemed to reduce some every-day pain and inflamation, although i still experienced increased pain and inflamation after physical therapy or increased activity.
9	highly effective	i had cystic acne, however within the first month i the acne reduced significantly! by the time i was at the 6 month point i had no acne at all. the only down side were the side effects... i felt joint pain, extreme dryness- esp my lips, very dry eyes. i was uncomfortable, however i have been 1 1/2 year without it and i barely get a little zit anymore.
7	moderately effective	i had acne constantly and would break out a few time a week.  my breakouts have gotten better and only occur occasionally 
1	highly effective	my pain would subside for several hours. the drug gave me a sense of euphoria which allowed me to deal with the pain better. it gave me a comforting sensation and allowed me to sleep good. my mood changed for the better, almost as if i were high.it actually motivated me to do the things i would normally be too lazy to do. this medication put me in a good mood and a carefree mood.
2	ineffective	the soma made the patient agitated and did not work. the made the patient relax and sleep enough to let the rib heal nicely.
8	highly effective	it helped cure the acne all over the bodyhhhhhhhhhh
1	ineffective	there were absolutely no treatment benefits. i felt worse while on this drug than before i started taking it.
1	marginally effective	mild suppression of the infection, slightly reduced upper tract symptoms, some reduced coughing, some reduced mucus production. the symptoms took at least 5 out of the seven days to begin to dissipate, which is very slow compared to another antibiotic such as  unfortunately the side effects were more noticeable than the treatment benefits, and the prescribing doctor mistook the side effects for another symptom that was not actually present.
1	ineffective	did not take it long enough to evaluate the benefits.
10	highly effective	lower blood pressure
8	highly effective	anxiety since childhood was relieved.  felt free to enjoy life and explore opportunities that once would have been declined due to over anxiety and fear of failure or rejection. have a much more stable emotional balance.
7	moderately effective	my acne calmed down by 75%.still had some break outs when not used on time,but still nothing else would stop the break outs.everything i used just made it worse and mt skin was very dry and inflamed.those problems went away.my skin isnt dry it is back to normal even in the winter when its dry out.
8	highly effective	during the 4 years so far [out of 5], i have had no recurrence of the tumour and no additional tumours have been detected by ultra-sound, mammogram, and twice-yearly check-ups. perhaps the greatest benefit is the gradual reduction in stress experienced as a result of my on-going stabilised condition after a lumpectomy.
1	moderately effective	stopped hot flashes
9	highly effective	cleared up acne with first treatment.
6	moderately effective	going from at least 5 full days of migraine a week i managed 16 whole days without one. then when i did have one it was for 6 straight days and the migraines have been back to as they were before. brief relief was seriously chuffed, now gutted, maybe dosage increase may help???
9	highly effective	alleviation of depression nonresponsive to several ssris,snris,atypical antipsychotics.  decreased ruminating/continuous negative thinking, decreased pain and/or focus on pain, decreased need for pain meds. increased confidence and social functioning, increased ability w/adls, increased energy, increased focus and ability to concentrate, increased memory and word retrieval
7	considerably effective	premenstral syndrome was diminished.
7	moderately effective	helped some what to control the pain from a disk setting on my nerve. it did not stop the pain but it did help lesson the amount of pain so i could function better.
10	highly effective	"i was 6 days into having my very first cold sore which had since turned into two on the left and right sides of my bottom lip and i had already tried and with absolutely no benefit. i thought i was going to suffer for weeks. it was so painful and kept then the scabs would fall off after drinking or taking a shower. then i saw my dr who prescribed zovirax ointment. i swear, the next day, both cold sores were half the size and no longer ""weeping"". it is just about healed. this stuff works and now that i know i get cold sores, i will never be without zovirax. ever."
10	highly effective	the controls my blood sugar. i've been taking it for eight years now with no side effects. i continue to enjoy the food i eat without worry because i regularly take this medicine. it does not contradict with the medicine i take for my hyperthyroidism. is also affordable that's why i can regularly take this medicine.
10	highly effective	the medicine was taken to prevent infection since a hole was drilled to drain the gathered blood and release pressure on my nail bed.  as a result, i am in the process of regrowing a healthy nail.
7	moderately effective	reduced redness of the forehead and cheeks.
6	considerably effective	lowering blood pressure
3	ineffective	the first time i used the drug it lightened the patches of  the second time i used it, about a year later, it actually darkened them. i was told that happens to some people who use hydroquinone and that i will never be able to use it. i use sun block every day, year round.i am irish-italian-german-dutch. my skin is fair yet any trauma results in hyperpigmentation.
10	highly effective	completely changed my way of life...  within days, could tell a difference... no longer suffer from night sweats or hot flashes at all,  the best thing i have ever tried..  this is a topical lotion that comes in individual packets that are 1.74 grams each (daily dosage is  2 packets)
8	highly effective	reduced anxiety, calmness. prior to using this drug i was not able to function well in my job. i did not want to go out, particularly to crowded areas such as church or shopping. now i have no problem with going out.
10	considerably effective	topamax helped decrease the frequency and intensity of my migraines.
4	highly effective	it has done its job and i am smoke free now for 10 weeks
9	considerably effective	helps me fall asleep and stay asleep
7	highly effective	ortho tri cyclen effectively prevented pregnancy, cleared up acne, gave me regular periods, helped with iron deficiency due to blood loss
9	considerably effective	helped greatly in as much as wasnt crying as much and was able to sleep a little better.
10	highly effective	rid patient of emotional highs and lows.  bring them to an even level.  also eased if not completely diminished all of patients anxiety related symptoms and eased those of the ocd to a more manageable level as well.
1	ineffective	none: loss of bone density
9	highly effective	had a more regular period, knew that i would be getting my period 2 days after i took the ring out. could leave the ring in longer if i wanted to and delay my period. did not feel it at all during any activity. never fell out.
7	considerably effective	the topamax helped reduce the frequency of the migraines significantly.  in addition, it also helped me to loose weight at the beginning of the treatment.
10	highly effective	allowed me to quit smoking without the physical withdrawl
1	marginally effective	i took my puppy to the vet. the puppy was having diarrhea and vomiting. the vet gave him metoclopramide   for vomiting and metronidazole for diarrhea. within 2 days the puppy died. he was so weak after metronidazole that he could not move . he was quiet ok before i took him to vet.
10	highly effective	i suffered from anxiety for years. my gp prescribed me the citalopram after i got unfairly dismissed from my job. i didnt feel any difference for 2-3 weeks, then i felt great. i have been enjoying every second of my life since taking this drug.
7	highly effective	after a couple weeks, my hair grew stronger, hairs that were lost along the hairline grew back.  this product really does work
1	highly effective	the frown lines on the forehead were diminished for a period of abut 3 months
9	highly effective	zyrtec d helped me live almost symptom free every day. only during the fall when the ragweed count was exceptionally high (my worst allergy by far), did i feel some mild symptoms of allergies. no other medication has so effectively eliminated my symptoms on a consistent basis.
9	highly effective	was able to fall asleep within 30 minutes of taking lunesta.  stayed asleep for at least 4 hours to 10 hours.
2	moderately effective	moderately helped control my asthma and copd.
8	considerably effective	benefits were milder and less frequent seizures.
8	considerably effective	it relieved my respiratory infection along with my cold and cough.
9	considerably effective	as an add child unable to process information property  the medication helped her get focused and understand better while in school.  her anxiety level was controlled and helped loose some weight.  she was able to control better the outburst socially.
8	considerably effective	blackheads are gone. pores on my cheeks are noticeably smaller. acne scars faded. skin looks more polished.
10	highly effective	the treatment benefits of are that i do not think about my condition. also, it is easy to execute the treatment.  i exercise and go about my day as if i were not afflicted with asthma.  i do not worry about having an attack, which is a big relief.  the treatment is inconspicuous, another plus.
8	considerably effective	quick and lasting relief of back and neck pain and muscle spasms. the effects are felt after about 1 hour, and full effects are felt after 1 1/2 hours, and about 80% of the pain and tension are relieved for about 4-6 hours. if stretching of the muscles is done while on the medicine, the pain and tension are greatly reduced for longer than the 4-6 hours. if the medicine is taken before bed, morning pain and tension are reduced about 50%.
10	highly effective	"immediate relief of hot flashes (from 10-12 per day to 2-4 per week),sleep disruption, moodiness/agitation, depression (or periodic unexplained ""dark days""), lack of libido."
5	considerably effective	rheumatic arthritis problems/symptoms disappeared  no more morning stiffness  no more joint pains. more energy, more appetite.
1	ineffective	i've not got any benefits. i've just spoiled my skin and pigment spots look now dark brown and they are very obvious.
3	considerably effective	my cough was reduced, from 24 hours a day, to a few episodes per day
9	highly effective	extremely effective appetite suppressant  provides long-term energy and appetite control throughout the day. helps patient easily lose weight.
10	highly effective	i am so thankful for  i have severe migraine headaches at leat 2 to 3 times a month. before taking my headaches would last 3 to 4 days. with i can take the pill and my headache is gone within the hour. i have no side effects from the taking this medicine.
6	considerably effective	night sweats greatly reduced within a week, from 3-5 strong episodes a night (and associated sleep disturbance) to 0-1 a night (mostly in the early a.m.) and less severe and shorter duration.
10	highly effective	i was able to focus and get things done.  i wasn't overwhelmed with the amount of things i had to do and didnt get discouraged as easily as usual.
7	considerably effective	within the first eight months i did not notice any benefits and decided to stop the treatments. once off the prozac my depression was worsen made me realise that the treatment was working but that i had not realised this.i restarted my treatment shortly after and felt much better. although i felt better i realised that prozac by itself was not the answer and i had to address other areas in my life.
4	marginally effective	none tho my doctor told me that it would lower my cholesterol if i took it and ate less red meat and more fish. but i don't like fish and love red meat so just eat low fat meat now like chicken.
8	considerably effective	"the effexor worked the first day i took it.  for some time previously, i had felt ""paralyzed,"" or too depressed to get much done.  the day i began taking it, i noticed a difference in that i felt more able to get out of the house, and able to cope with the difficulties of mothering 6 children full-time. as i said, it worked the first day, but continued to work better and better over the next 3 weeks until i worked up to my eventual dose (i started at 37 mg. and worked my way up to 300 mg.)."
3	highly effective	prevention of recurrence of estrogen positive tumours
7	highly effective	protection against pregnancy.
9	moderately effective	blood pressure came to with in normal limits, overall feeling of well-being and reduced risk of longterm cardiovascular copmlications
5	moderately effective	the medicine in the beginning provided about 30% relief in pain, but as time progressed it only provided about 10% pain relief. this being said, it does provide some mental relief from chronic pain. and it relieves some of the muscle stiffness.
8	moderately effective	pain relief from arthritis flare up, no stomach or other side effects.the medication needed to be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset.
9	highly effective	i had gotten severe age spots on my hands, probably from spending many years driving long distances each day.  my hands looked worse than anyone else's my age (or older!).  my hands now looks pretty good/very good!
1	ineffective	none
3	ineffective	benefits were to treat insomnia.
3	marginally effective	some decreased depression but not as well as with wellbutrin
9	highly effective	the drug rapidly gets rid of migraine.
9	highly effective	"i began suffering from ""heartburn"" in my late thirties. this condition progressed to a daily occurence. not willing to avoid spicy foods my physician prescribed ranitidine. i recall he intially prescribed twice daily. at one point he recommended twice aday. but twice daily is working. the dosage reduced the occurence of heartburn (my symptoms)to near zero."
10	highly effective	i had suffered from daily acid reflux for approximately 4 or 5 months. sometimes the reflux was so severe that i could not sleep. i changed my diet and tried many drugs, including ranitidine, prilosec and pepcid ac--none of whic helped. although nexium is very similar to prilosec in its formulation, for some reason nexium allowed my esophageal lining to heal and after a one month treatment, my heartburn is much better as long as i continue to watch my diet.
2	considerably effective	eradicated the infection.
5	highly effective	i was able to fall asleep and stay asleep.
8	highly effective	fell asleep easily without feeling drugged the next day.
10	highly effective	reduced or eliminated adult acne on face, chest, and back
10	considerably effective	my whole lip used to swell up and i would get over a dozen little pockets of fluid that would merge into one giant blister. now, cold sores appear 1/2 as often as before - down to every other month at most. one or two little pockets of fluid usually appear without the unsightly swelling. the cold sore is dried up within 24 hrs. they became unnoticeable to everyone.
9	highly effective	mood lifted considerably. able to live life again. life is much lighter. i am no longer oversensitive, things like life's little injustices don't hurt so much anymore. my daily experiences in this initial period can be followed on: http://nortriptyline.blogspot.com/ where i am keeping a diary. this is for the benefit of others who are indecisive and want to know more details before embarking on a course of medication themselves with 
10	highly effective	hard, sustained erections. penetration is not a problem and there's no longer any concern about losing an erection too soon.  lasting longer seems to result in more intense orgasms.
8	considerably effective	helped ease constipation without causing discomfort. i have tried many different types of laxatives, fibers, etc to help reduce my problems with constipation. many laxatives cause extreme cramping and work only the one time. the next day, the problem returns. with  i took it for the three consecutive days and it worked slowly, but without cramping, and without and discomfort at all. the effects lasted for several weeks -- that is, i had a bowel movement every day, easily. after about three weeks i needed to take it again, but it was only for the three days and then it had the same effect. i have been doing this now for almost a year. i feel significantly better.
9	highly effective	we tried various allergy medicines including zyrtec, but my son continued to have re-occurring sinuses infections and chronic nasal congestion.  then we tried clarinex.  this past winter, we were sinuses infection free. the clarinex also cleared up the chronic nasal congestion.  it also helps that he likes the taste of the medicine.
4	considerably effective	treatment quickly eliminated discomfort associated with the sinus infection.  these included ear ache, sore throat, and fever.  these symptoms were partially alleviated within 24 hours of the first dose.  within 48 hours, all symptoms were no longer present.  however, the eliminated symptoms associated with the sinus infection were almost immediately replaced by negative side effects.
10	highly effective	"i no longer felt depressed. i felt back to ""my old self"" and able to function normally in everyday activities."
7	moderately effective	i made a good recovery from a moderate depressive illness and i believe that maintenance therapy has prevented me from relapsing especially when i have been under additional stress .i only have to take it once per day. i have only had one increase in dosage from to 150 mg
4	considerably effective	ability to sleep at night and through the night was substantially increased
8	moderately effective	patient reported fewer mood swings, with very few side effects. less affective toward depression, but she was able to reduce the amount of lithium, which caused extensive side-effects. this medication was implemented as part of her regular treatment plan.
7	considerably effective	enalapril was suitable for me as it was effective at lowering my b/p. also of all the medication i had been treated with enalapril was the most suitable.
9	considerably effective	lost 52 pounds with the meds and a diet program.  was able to reduce the amount of dose on the diabetic meds.
10	highly effective	i was able to take a full breath without wheezing and it seemed to reduce the mucous and inflammation in my lungs temporarily.
5	considerably effective	chlamydia cleared after the treatment.acne cleared which was a plus but came bk once treatment stopped. not many benefits cause i suffered so much with side effects and didnt take any other medication cause didnt know what i could take.
10	highly effective	the biggest benefit was when i quit smoking, because i had been taking it for a while...it proved to assist with the cravings...it's probably why i was able to quit in the first place.
8	considerably effective	"the drug worked on reducing/eliminating my situational feelings of depression.  initially, it increased my energy and focus, and stopped the feelings of sadness.  it did not make me feel like a ""zombie"" and i felt connected to my emotions and the people around me, which i had heard was a side effect of other anti-depressants."
9	highly effective	it is very effective, especially if you take it early enough. but even if you wait till the cold sore is larger, it still stops the growth of cold sores completely, and helps to heal pretty quick. id say within 2-3 days. its so worth it if you are like me, and get cold sores all the time. (at least 10 times a year, no joke) i have to have the medicine with me at all times. the sad thing is, im only allowed 4 refills a year, so i have to lower my dosage, but, it still works.
9	highly effective	regained hair growth. minoxidil first increased hair loss (normal during the first weeks of using). new hair started to grow after around seven months. i have now regained my normal hair growth  the hairs itself have a slightly larger diameter and are bit more curled.
7	moderately effective	reduction in fine wrinkles
1	ineffective	no treatment benefits. the edema was so severe that the abdominal wall was pushed out, causing the nerve to pull even more, so pain was increased.
10	highly effective	smooth, clear skin.  the not only got rid of my acne but also rejuvenated my skin.  pores were finer, blackheads were gone.
5	moderately effective	the acne cleared up but the was used in combination with proactiv.  proactiv was used before and then started getting acne again. then i was given and used both and the acne cleared up and the whiteheads and blackheads disappeared.  there was also a increase in the softness and suppleness of the facial skin.
8	considerably effective	the benefits were clearer skin with more radiance,skin didnt seem so dull, but some discomfort througout the process.
1	highly effective	acid reflux was reduced
8	considerably effective	lessening of pain, some increase in mobility - took abt 7 mos. to see improvement
5	highly effective	breast cancer was oestrogen and progesterone positive so taking this following surgery and radiotherapy reduced likelihood of recurrence
10	highly effective	acne cleared up remarkably, pretty much disappeared altogether.
10	highly effective	after 20 years of visiting dermatologists and trying every topical and oral treatment available accutane is the only medication that completely cured my acne, improved skin texture, pore size, and minimized the mild pits/scarring i had.  it has been 10 years and my acne never returned.
10	highly effective	after 2 years of treating hypothyroidism with 100 mgr dose, the patient was able to lower the dose to 88 mgr per day. thyroid levels are now normal.
8	highly effective	very effective in obtaining a mild peel, to slough off dead skin cells, every 15 days or so.
3	ineffective	i did not find any benefit really.  in fact it seemed to make me more anxious.
4	highly effective	at first it kept my symptons to a minimum, and mood in general enhanced  this for almost a full year....then i needed to up dosage first went to 6 weeks...then to every 4 weeks ..dose increased to max of 10mg
7	considerably effective	after a couple of days i started to feel a little better. i did not feel as much tension in my stomach, and the pain started to go away. i have been using it everytime i feel pain in my stomach. i did not have heart burn though. it was only treated for pain/ulcer purposes.
7	moderately effective	ostensibly this product will prevent further hair loss. while the initial male pattern baldness is mild, i fear worsening of the condition, and am taking this as a preventive measure.
8	highly effective	this drug kept my sugar down constantly to where it should be finally.i am very satisfied with it so far.
10	highly effective	"the prescription recommended that i use the gel every night, but this became too drying on my skin.  i alternate one night of retin-a, 1 night of stri   the retin-a causes my face to peel, so exfoliating frequently is necessary so that i don't look as if my face has dandruff.  i use a for cleansing; it has been wonderful.  i have also used benefit's ""bluff dust"" to cover the redness that the retin-a gel causes, and continue to use for my rosacea.  the retin-a is very effective, but also quite expensive.  i have found a pharmacy in canada where i can order it online for less than 50% the us price.  i hope this doesnt make me sound unpatriotic!  i have always taken good care of my skin, and have no big wrinkles or droops --except for those lines between my eyebrows, because i am a committed   i do not believe that retin-a would be as effective on skin that has already developed a good deal of sagging, but this is my personal opinion and is based only on my own experience."
10	highly effective	my skin became infected from scratching too much and too hard when i had an allergic reaction to a topical skin product.  a day after i started taking the medication, i noticed a decrease in the redness and swelling of the affected skin.  i was prescribed zyrtec in conjunction with the antibiotic but it causes severe drowsiness.  my doctor had me discontinue the zyrtec and see how i did with the alone.  i continued to heal faster than i think i would have without the medication.
10	highly effective	i was living with pain in most of the major muscle groups of my body.  it had gotten to the point of having to have help to get out of bed.  when there was a flare-up i had to go to bed. tramadol hcl combined with reduced my pain by about 85%!  made my life livable again.  im thankful that i hung in through the side effects of   it took over a year to find the right combination of drugs and im thankful that finally did.
3	marginally effective	there was little to no benefit from taking the medication. acne did not visibly improve over the entire course of medication.
7	moderately effective	improved breathing, less frequent asthma attacks and the ability to run either outside or inside, depending on the season
1	ineffective	hypothyroidism was already causing me to gain weight, this garbage accelerated the weight gain.  i eat one fish fillet or chicken breast/day, nothing else, now gaining 3-6 lbs./month!  since i can't find a dr. who will treat my t3 im ordering online, from what i've read it's the ticket to eliminate hypo symptoms.  shame on physicians who treat lab results rather than the patient.  i don't care what the numbers are, i still feel awful!
9	highly effective	i have tried various alternatives to penicillin and this has been the best. i had a nasty cat bite (a tooth stuck in my bone, so it was deep). i was told i was highly likely to get a a deep and painful infection given the depth of the bite. so i was warned to take all of these or i'd be back later for iv treatment and it would be a far longer course. well, i took 8 of the 10 days prescribed and not only did i never get an infection, i had few side effects. there was, perhaps, a slight stomach upset but not even enough to need what i use -- yogurt. i'd recommend this to those who need a penicillin replacement.
1	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were smoking cessation, first a gradual reduction 2-10 a day then 1-2 a day  then i quit for 2 weeks
8	considerably effective	--reduced redness on face [especially around nose and cheek areas]--helps reduce time that an open sore heals on face.--overall - i am satisfied with s performance concerning 
5	moderately effective	helped reduce some of the anxiety and had a moderate effect on the depression although it did not go away.
10	highly effective	significant reduction in cholesterol levels
1	ineffective	there were no benefits as he had to stop taking it
10	highly effective	immediate relief from anxiety.....even better after a couple of weeks.  may focus is better on this drug than all the years (about 15) i have been treated for add.
7	moderately effective	i guess they helped me through a really challenging time in my life where i was not coping, and wanted to die. i was severely depressed, and needed to have meds to help me stay focussed
8	considerably effective	i woke up with a more relaxed jaw. i have bruxism which is the medical term for the grinding of teeth or the clenching of jaws. so if i have alot of tension in my jaw before i go to bed i will grind my teeth which will lead to migraines. taking  before i go to bed helps me avoid waking up in pain due to bruxism.
10	highly effective	my blood pressure was out of control. my doctors had prescribed diuretics (limited effectiveness) and other forms of calcium channel blockers. this in my opinion is a wonder drug!my blood pressure had shot up so badly that i would get nosebleeds when working on my knees or bending over.my pressure was in the triple digits at times.
2	highly effective	having taken a four other drugs for depression over the last 15 years (all of the ssri category) or so, and i can say without doubt that this drug was amazing as removing my depression, as well as substantially reducing remaining anxiety left over.
9	highly effective	fell asleep fast, woke up without significant fatigue  mild grogginess for a short time subsided within one hour of waking.
8	considerably effective	improved sleep considerably, relieved muscle pain, calmed anxiety, stabilized mood swings.
5	marginally effective	slight reduction but that is all, 2nd week always still there so yet again more pills but usually never completely gone. acupuncture far more effective, within a few weeks gone down, consider that lymph was size of a walnut so that is great news
9	considerably effective	the differing resulted in decreased body acne on the face and back.  i also felt smoother, cleaner skin
10	highly effective	treatment of skin infection.
6	considerably effective	my skin cleared of acne after two weeks, i still have oily skin i use bare mineral makeup to minimize oil overall my skin look great.
9	highly effective	as a former drug addict, i flat refused anything that would be addictive. ie diazepam,  etc. my doctor suggested buspar as it was not addictive, and yet had similar effects to diazepam. he prescribed it on a prn basis, and i was sceptical. however, within 20 minutes of taking it, the effects were astounding. anxiety subsided, and a feeling of warmness enveloped me. one dose lasted about 5 hours, and did not inhibit any other aspect of my day to day activites. it also helped with my disrupted sleep patterns.
10	highly effective	yes - increased bone mass 4% over 2 years. taken twice in two years this is a very effective drug and i was happy with this experience
7	considerably effective	i had very less cravings, still at this still want to smoke evry now and again, but its early yet.
6	highly effective	it helped relieve anxiety because it made me sleep.  i found that prior to taking this medication, i could not sleep and that i was not eating properly.  my overall health was suffering.
9	considerably effective	got rid of fine lines around my eyes. it also improved my overall complexion. minimized line between my eyebrows.
2	marginally effective	i believe the treatment at the lower 10 mg dose was effective in reducing the severity of my brain lesions. i also believe i was thinking more clearly afterwards than i was prior to starting on lovastatin. a brain mri taken a year after starting on lovastatin indicated the lesions had reduced a bit, but that was not confirmed by my doctor as my previous mri had been lost when i changed doctors.
1	marginally effective	as a caregiver, i did not see any benefits, the patient continued to have problems with insomnia
1	ineffective	there were no known benefits. i truly believed that the doctor that prescribed me this stupid medication should rot in hell. there are too many side effects, especially long term ones. the worst part is, they did not even tell me how and why their diagnosis was accurate. they just prescribe drugs left and right as if they had no conscience or they are evil people just out for the money.
10	highly effective	i started to feel better within a few weeks, the side effects were very mild, major weight loss, about  i have energy i never had before. my anxiety no longer exists 
10	highly effective	increased concentration, additional energy, able to complete projects, more patient with my children and now volunteer in my spare time helping children.
10	highly effective	the nexium provided two benefits.  first, it completely stopped the constant heartburn.  i have not had one second of heart burn since i started taking the drug.  second, it healed the barret's esophagus completely.  this has been verified by my gi doctor via two upper and biopsies.  nexium is a miracle drug.
4	moderately effective	i didnt find it had any.
7	moderately effective	the acne cleared up for a while but soon after discontinuing use it would return.  it reduced breakouts significantly.
9	highly effective	when i started taking this medication i was first put on twice a day. after about 6 months felt that it was not really working. after dr upped dosage to 450 mgs per day i have never felt better. use to be extremely emotional, weepy, and just did not want to get out of bed. it has helped with my symptoms from the fibromyalgia, and my anxiety. it has also helped me drop weight which is a bonus too.
6	highly effective	i took lyrica for fibromyalgia and it relieved my symptoms within one week.  i felt significantly better quite quickly, even after i had tried extensive physical therapy for my symptoms.
10	highly effective	the pain subsided very quickly with no side effects.
3	marginally effective	i was much more awake in the mornings instead of groggy and foggy -brained. i was able to focus a little bit better
8	highly effective	i had fewer swings in my mood. i felt down less often. my anxiety level was much lower.
10	highly effective	immediately after a complete hysterectomy, menopause set in.  night sweats and insomnia were making life difficult.  immediately after starting the patch, all menopausal symptoms were relieved.
5	highly effective	non moody after taking 1/3 of 1 pill, calm and relaxed.
5	highly effective	ability to sleep 8 full hours without waking up in pain was fantastic!  no need to get up during night to void, also fantastic.
9	considerably effective	better t scores after 2 years
9	highly effective	"when the antidepressant finally kicked in (after about two weeks), i finally felt ""normal.""  it made me realize how down i was.  i've heard other people say the same thing about feeling ""normal.""  i would still get down but it wouldn't last for days.  i could get through it like a healthy-minded person.  it was such a relief from what i had been feeling.  i told myself that i would take it forever if i had to......anything to not feel what i had been feeling for years:  depressed that im not good enough."
8	considerably effective	the prescription was given for anxiety and to help with sleep during long flights and when under high anxiety situations. lorazepam helped to calm and induced drowsiness  i would not recommend this if you have to stay alert as it can make functioning dificult.
3	considerably effective	stop the pain
9	highly effective	actually the amitriptyline greatly helped with getting to sleep each night as an added benefit. it is an antidepressant but used in this case to break a cycle of tension headaches. the pattern of tension headaches was broken and the headaches have not since returned. it also acted as a migraine headache preventative.
10	highly effective	no hot flashes, increased libido, increased energy level, seemed to feel more zestful.  prilosec controlled acid reflux well
5	moderately effective	improved texture, reduced a little on some parts of face, yet produced a flare up of acne on forehead and chin. since other users had similar reaction at the initial 6 -10 weeks of usage, i am waiting for this unpleasant effect to wear off.
10	highly effective	it relieved symptoms of disease and inflammatory bowel disease. it stopped symptoms of bloating pain cramping and diarrhea associated with disease. i did not have any side effects from this medication. after surgery i began taking this medication daily at first i took 16 capsules a day 4 capsules 4 timea a day. then cut it back to 8 daily. about 2 years ago i began taking the 500 mg dosage and take this 2 capsules 2 times a day.
3	considerably effective	i took this drug for pain relief due to surgery  laparoscopically assisted hysterectomy). although the pain i experienced wasn't great the drug did relieve it but the side effects were not worth it.
1	highly effective	cleared my ui i didnt even know i had one..
3	moderately effective	moderate reduction in allergy symptoms
8	considerably effective	prevented pregnancy & acne
2	ineffective	not many. but it helped numb the pain and slightly make the redness fade away. it also helped me get to sleep and keep a schedule 
3	marginally effective	somewhat reduced the shoulder pain. my should still hurt when i moved my arm certain ways but it was somewhat lessened.
3	marginally effective	did stop the sniffles and clear the nasal passages.  headaches were still a problem.  however, coupling this product with aspirin provided a good solution.
6	moderately effective	my facial skin increased slightly and became brighter (not red) and more vibrant....was less dull in appearance.  it also seemed to even out my skin tone.
8	considerably effective	the benefits of this treatment were as i had hoped. i had developed some facial hair over the past few years and grew tired of tweezing and waxing. the treatment took a few months to work, but over time has minimized the hair growth. i will continue to use this as it is a very simple once a day application.
5	considerably effective	"taking the made me sleepy at first but then it just calmed me down enough to be able to cope with life.  i was constantly anxious and scared and the made it possible for me to come down to relatively normal anxiety levels in ""safe"" situations, whereas before i didnt have any situations i considered safe.  it helped me sleep and made me feel more rested and in control.  i got pregnant while taking it (i had been trying for 18 years) and i honestly believe that being more relaxed helped me not only to get pregnant but to carry the baby as i had had four miscarriages previously.  i started confronting situations that were uncomfortable to me before and was able to live a reasonably normal life, even though i have become housebound.  i feel the got me through a very tough time in my life."
10	highly effective	since i was very young, a child, i suffered debilitating headaches.  often they became true migraines.  they would last for days and days, sometimes weeks without stop.  i missed school, parties, holidays.  i was scared to make do anything fearing the pain.  i pretty much went to bed with some degree of head pain and woke up with it everyday.  i had no clue what it would be like without them.  sometime late in 1999 i went to my pharmacy to pick us some  that were not working anyway, and one of the tech who suffered headaches constantly was smiling and seemed so different.  her eyes were wide open   she seemed happy, etc.  she told me her doctor had put her on within days her headaches subsided.  i went straight to my pain management physician and asked for elavil. two weeks later i started going whole days without head pain.  i went to sleep easily and slept till morning.  i looked forward to doing things.  i woke up without pain.  what a miracle!  i had only two or three actual migraines in the last eight years.  when i do get a slight headache it usually disappears within a short time without additional meds.  needless to say my entire life changed. i am a better wife, mother, daughter, friend.  i take the generic and notice no difference   thank you elavil.
4	considerably effective	i found metro gel to be irritating and drying. my face seemed more red than before i started taking it. it was actually uncomfortable from dryness. i did not want to use the cream because it seemed to be heavy, possibly leading to breakouts. my doctor then gave me a prescription for  which did not have the side effects i mentioned above. plus, you only have to use it once per day, which i like alot.
8	highly effective	has successfully lowered and maintained patient's cholesterol levels for over nine years. follow-up with 6 month bloodwork shows the liver to be stable - no evident deleterious effects on the liver.
5	moderately effective	the product helped skin to look healthy, helped a small amount to reduce pigmentation and wrinkling.  the product helped to maintain the skin at it's current level with some improvement in look.  the 60 gm tube lasted almost a year and so it was an affordable treatment for the skin.
1	ineffective	none
8	considerably effective	following a severe and prolonged attack of pancreatitis (primarily due to alcohol) and a 2 month hospitalization, surgery to treat pancreatic cysts was required.  after release from the hospital, a persistent abdominal pain was experienced.  normal n-said pain relievers were not used because of stomach irritation and i am unresponsive to acetaminophen.  oxycodone twice per day relieved all pain and allows me to live and work productively pain-free.
10	highly effective	hormone replacement therapy is used to control menopause symptoms - i need to take with estrogen to prevent uterine cancer. i sleep well. i do not have night sweats. i do not have mood swings. my skin is not dry. i do not experience vaginal dryness.
6	moderately effective	it helps with sneezing but my nose runs like a faucet. it relieves my itching eyes, i don't cough as much.
10	highly effective	drastic reduction of sinus infections, from 3-4 per year down to 1 or less. my 23 year old daughter takes it with the same results.
1	highly effective	the is great because you insert it and don't have to worry about remembering to take a pill or pills every day. this allows you freedom for the next three months, (90) days until your reorder a new ring.  also my insurance pays a good portion of the cost of the ring, whereas it did not cover the cost of bio-identical hormone treatments.
1	ineffective	this medication did not make me sedated or cause constipation like the last one i tried and i had no trouble getting to sleep at night.
8	highly effective	the treatment definitely increased productivity for me during the day when before i had experienced far too much fatigue to work effectively or focus
5	highly effective	the application of relieved vaginal dryness virtually overnight. it also caused reduction of pain during intercourse. improved sex drive and response.
1	marginally effective	"only real success of the treatment has been that i stopped ""zoning"" out into a semi-conscious state.  absolutely horrible results relating to depression, weight gain, pain in joints & muscles, and fatigue."
10	highly effective	better heart condition, stronger bones taken along with my calcium
9	highly effective	i was more alert during the day.
7	highly effective	helped with acne but long term use darker her teeth due to sunlight exposure and a reaction with the doxycycline and the tertiary enamel still being laid down inside the tooth.  long term i gestation of this drug combined with sunlight exposure might darken teeth over years
9	highly effective	drastically reduced the amount of time the cold sores were present on the side of face.   medication also made the cold sore break out less severe 
3	marginally effective	i didnt notice any benefit at all. supposedly, it was to help keep my mood balanced.  more than anything, i was focused on the very apparent and prevalent side effects.
4	considerably effective	i only have mild acne, but it was immediately cleared up within a few days of taking 
9	considerably effective	pain relief allowing uninterrupted sleep.
7	considerably effective	the medicine gave me that added energy to feel good during the day and to have the energy to keep up with me 4 year old son and 3 year old daughter. it didnt make me jittery. it just boosted my energy. it did give me considerable dry mouth. i did notice that i would be a little more tired if i didnt take it for a couple of days. i think it is mildly addictive. overall, i gained more benefit from it than negatives. i did worry about blood pressure because it did seem to increase my heart rate  i would recommend it to those who suffer from mild depression and/or just need a little extra energy boost. the medication is actually to treat narcolepsy, a condition in which a patient falls asleep at random times and has trouble staying awake.
8	highly effective	the major benefits of taking the prescribed dose of effexor was rapid relief and of my core and chronic anxiety and secondary depression. it was very severe and i had tried many other psychotropic meds on the market without success.
10	highly effective	excruciating ear pain began to improve within minutes of taking the first pill.  ear pain continued to diminish and was eliminated by day 4.
7	moderately effective	"i've been on meds for depression/anxiety for over 20 years and have tried many medications and combinations. nothing has ever effectively controlled my depression but lamictal seems to have stabilized my condition at a tolerable level. i am more mentally ""resilient"".....i don't stay down too long; im able to bounce back quickly from a depressive state. im also taking mirtazapine (30mg; 2 a day). maybe it's the combination that helps. i was recently taking and mirtazapine and was terribly depressed. i quit taking the and began lamictal and had and a very quick improvement."
10	highly effective	complete suppression of heartburn
10	highly effective	the benefits of the treatment are clearer, even toned facial skin.  much firmer and healthier looking skin.
10	highly effective	as for polycystic ovary syndrome patient, the main goal of the treatment was to regulate ovulation, and to regulate menstrual period. after 4 months of treatment (only 2 months therapeutic dose), i become pregnant and now have a beautiful son.
3	moderately effective	cleared up most of the symptoms for the 10 day period for both periods on it.both terms that i took the drug, the symptoms returned 2 days later with very intense pain then weakened over the next week... still sick now for the 7th straight
10	highly effective	much more focused when taking medication. able to complete a task before starting another one.  more attentive to what is happening/being said around me. less impulsive (e.g., when not taking, will start singing or behaving silly at inappropriate times)
10	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were a noticable reduction in nasal symptoms of runny nose and itching. additionally, i had no nasal pressure or headaches due to same. the drug needs to be taken daily. i would take it for a month at a time. it started working within two days after noticing my allergy symptoms flaring up (when christmas tree came into house and in spring when trees pollinate.)
7	considerably effective	decrease in  reduction in blackheads, congestion.
10	considerably effective	i first started taking tramadol when a doctor prescribed it for some back pain i had been experiencing.  but then i continued to take it because it really relieved my depression.  it is a great mood enhancer and i have had a lot more energy and enthusiasm since taking it.
9	considerably effective	i feel much better and this is only the second day on the medication. when the prednisone is in my system it feels like i am almost completely better. once it wears off (before my next day) i am still sick but better than the day before.
3	considerably effective	throat infection cleared up by the 2nd day of treatment.
9	considerably effective	"after adjusting to the medication, focus and alertness improved significantly.  fatigue and trouble ""becoming bored"" disappeared and i was above to focus on school studies and work for the first time in many many years.  no stimulant effect was felt, but it even became fun to actually sit down on a couch and just read a book."
1	ineffective	no benefit still tired short of breath losing hair can't lose weight loss of libido
9	highly effective	i'm  taking better care of myself and my appearance. im interacting with people and don't feel so detached from others. im starting to look forward to things again after feeling numb for so long.minimal side effects and only lasted a few days. i couldnt tolerate any other anti-d's that i tried because of side effects.
10	highly effective	alleviation of symptoms associated with hypothyroidism: weight gain, hair loss, fatigue, and so on.  further, medication was taken during pregnancy with no apparent ill effects to the fetus, and with the benefit of carrying to term with none of the adverse effects associated with hypothyroidism and pregnancy.
10	highly effective	cleared up the uti quickly and completely with no side effects
8	considerably effective	i had increased focus the first day, and after a short trial of ritalin ir i appreciated the consistency of the  the medication didnt give me the same up and down emotionally (which is great when you are trying to lead a family) but i did give up some of the motivation that accompanied ritalin, i was hoping for the coverage but have settled into a routine,  of dose of at 7 feeling affects about 40 min later and then feeling foggy at 2.
10	considerably effective	acid indigestion daily not impacted by over-the-counter medications. used as prescribed, majority of acid indigestion is gone.
3	ineffective	we had to go back to the doctor and my son finally got diagnosed with pneumonia and was hospitalized immediately
8	considerably effective	the benefits of the treatment were that the blood sugar level that were very high in the beginning of the treatment went to controlled level. (it is controlled with the use of the medicine. i do not know what happens if i stop taking the medicine.)taking the medicine also helps in controlling hunger and so it help in having three meals, on regular times.
4	moderately effective	made skin moderately better for a few months
1	ineffective	none
6	moderately effective	to reduce high blood pressure. to reduce pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis
9	considerably effective	it alleviated my severe depression related to an extended period of high stress events in my life.  the depression was debilitating.
10	highly effective	acne cleared up. lines, wrinkles disappeared. generally i looked/look 15 years younger!
10	highly effective	i was able to live a normal life. tachycardia disappeared.  anxiety and all other symptoms related to depression were under control.
7	considerably effective	initially weight loss of 4 stone and an increase in energy and confidence. after stopping the drug there was a gradual weight gain of until weight settled and has been maintained for 3 years. health has improved and an increase in fitness and regular exercise has been maintained.benefits have outweighed the side effects as all other attempts over the years to lose weight had failed, and there is a family history of heart disease.
9	highly effective	seemed to take effect after the first dose. i noticed a considerable reduction in my anxiety and feelings of sadness. i was able to overlook the little things where as before they would really get to me. i was having all kinds of muscle twitches so i went to see my doctor who examined me and decided it was due to my stress levels. i am a mother and a wife and i was reluctant to take anything to help with my situation but am now glad i did.. i am only a week into it so i guess time will tell. but so far i am happy with the results.
2	moderately effective	while on the drug, i experienced some level of mood stabilization, marked by a greater ability to 'flow with' daily stress.
10	highly effective	eliminated nicotine cravings and made smoking cessation very easy.
10	highly effective	helped to stay awake, without the side effects that i had when i used to take dexedrine, like jittery, agitation, dry mouth
8	considerably effective	i have a great reduction in stomach acid problems. when i've tried to use natural products like alo vera juice or licorice-based products, to take care of the problem, it is very difficult, and i have to take products throughout the day to have any success whatsoever. so taking one pill first thing in the morning holds me most of the day, though i often begin to get some acid in the evening.
7	considerably effective	decrease in depression and suicidal thoughts. gives more energy to be productive in life. feel more positive and less inclined to take naps during the day to escape from depression.
7	moderately effective	i started noticing changes on my back
8	considerably effective	i grew about half my hair back on top of my head.
1	highly effective	really cut down the tooth infection/pain and swollen glands, during the first course of treatment i did not have any side effects at all.
9	highly effective	reduction in severity and duration of migraines
9	considerably effective	decreased symptoms
2	ineffective	i was prescribed this after i decided to quite narcotic pain killers.  i was taking fairly large doses of and switched to voltaren   they will not touch my pain.  i guess i have a high tolerance for pain meds.  i don't believe they would be effective for people with chronic moderate to severe pain.
8	considerably effective	being able to sleep/decrease anxiety surrounding  getting to sleep and staying asleep. also taken during times of high anxiety. helped to control anger outbursts and uncontrolled anxiety.
8	considerably effective	i had been on many different treatments for depression throughout most of my adult life and the side effects seamed to outweigh the benefits.  since starting to take wellbutrin my sex drive returned, my ambition and motivation returned.  on my last medication i was going to sleep at 8 p.m and sleeping until morning then requiring a nap in the afternoon and now i sleep 7-8 hrs a night and have enough energy to get through most of my days.  i had a 5 lb weight loss in the beginning that i have maintained.  over all i feel i am managing my depression better than i have at any time in the past.
8	considerably effective	reduced pain in legs and forearms, and blocked the pain from the arthritis in my lower back.  the pain in my legs from the rls is considerably   i also was in chronic pain from my arthritis, but can now move around without any pain, (unless i lift or do any type of work that is strenuous), but i used to be in so much pain that i would cry, so it was definitely worth it for me to take neurontin.
5	highly effective	very easy birth control method. you don't have to worry about taking a pill every day. day to day i can't feel it at all and my husband can't either. stays in place.
9	highly effective	fast- acting, works in 15-20 mins.
6	moderately effective	treatment benefits were to address pain and discomfort.  it was prescribed to me after i was in the hospital instead of (spelling?), as does not suite me well.  the medication began working after about 45 minutes of taking it and (for me) lasted over 6 hours.
9	highly effective	able to sleep through the night
8	considerably effective	"controlled itching in eyes, nasal and chest congestion, and ""tickle cough"" very well"
9	highly effective	lifted depression, calmed violent mood swings
9	highly effective	i have severe pain in my lower abdomen that was so strong i couldnt sleep nor move around very well. luckily i sit mostly at work so i was able to deal with a little while, but eventually i went to the er and they prescribed me this. which i have never heard or taken before.
10	highly effective	paxil quickly improved my depression and also helped with mild anxiety issues i was experiencing.  i was very pleased with the speed with which my depression improved.  within four weeks i was feeling better than i had felt in a very long time.  i have been on it for two months and am still improving.
1	ineffective	while taking zyprexa, i never experienced any episodes of hypomania (low mania) which typically accompany bipolar type ii; however, i attribute this mostly to the fact that zyprexa is very sedating. it should be noted that although zyprexa is classified as an a-typical antipsychotic, it is also used as a mood stabilizer in patients with bipolar disorder.
1	marginally effective	possible slight improvements in texture.
9	highly effective	considerable less craving for alcohol
5	moderately effective	focus is better during school. he is able to take test better. weekends and summer breaks are great while the pill is working.
8	highly effective	frova eliminated migraine headaches and the effect would last 24 hours.
1	moderately effective	stopped sweating, but the drying effect brought a very dry mouth and throat as well as side effect
7	moderately effective	i experienced less depression, increased libido plus the added benefit of decreased desire for cigarettes.
8	marginally effective	slowed heart rate, lowered blood pressure and helped eliminate head-aches that i attributed to increasing bp.
5	moderately effective	stopped bleeding and relieved some abdominal cramps.
10	highly effective	trazodone allows me to fall asleep within ten minutes and sleep through the night, awaking in the morning without grogginess.
9	highly effective	i had tried every over the counter product for acid reflux and none of them worked. i also have tried other prescriptions for acid reflux and none have worked for me as well as prevacid has.
10	highly effective	the patient's was able to see positive effects in 2 weeks time.  she noted an improvement in mood, spouse noted a reduction in symptoms relating to premenstrual syndrome, and a return of normal sleep patterns.  overall return of positive mood and enjoyment of previous activities.
9	highly effective	taking tramadol has resulted in the effective management of chronic pain due to severe tmj.
10	considerably effective	the drug caused the depression to recede to the point that i was able to function normally. the libido lowering effects of a prior antidepressant (ssri) were alleviated completely. i was able to lose excess weight gained during treatment with the other ssri
8	considerably effective	decongestion, elimination of sinus pressure and tearing of eyes
5	marginally effective	mild lightening of age and sun spots.
9	highly effective	weight loss of over 10 pounds in 4 months, continuing weight loss at a gradual rate (need to lose 40 pounds total).  complete curbing of sugar and carbohydrate cravings, increased appetite control, cessation of binge eating patterns.
9	moderately effective	the treatment benefits were that the relieved the sinus infection around the 4th day and by the seventh day my sinuses felt better. the seemed relatively mild as i did not experience any intestinal discomfort, bloating or cramping that i have experienced with other antibiotics.
10	highly effective	this spray clears the nasal passages to promote free breathing. i've tried over the counter remedies but they are harsh and you end up practically addicted to them. this works much the same way but is non-addictive and need only be used when symptoms hit. i have used this same product when i've had a head cold and achieved the same results. im pretty sure that's not what it's intended for but whenever i've got sinus pressure, i take this product.
10	highly effective	my blood pressure stayed in the normal range. the headaches i was having from hypertension subsided.
10	highly effective	very quick sleep induction within 30 minutes, frequently even faster.  no grogginess in the morning, felt very refreshed.  i also took the medicine to aid in jet lag and during long flights.
10	highly effective	within 1/1-/2 months i am now starting on 2 pills at night which is 3 mg. the pain that i normally get in my chest (from my crohn's) is gone. i feel better and i am not as tired. it is a wonder drug and i wish they would run more trials so more people can gain the benefits of this drug. other drugs started out this way and were tested off label for other diseases, why not ldn.
2	highly effective	lowered blood pressure
5	highly effective	prevented a recurrence of the leg and lung clots during the period of therapy and helped the body stabilize long enough to repair and/or work around the damaged areas, eventually resulting in elimination of pain and swelling.
8	highly effective	i suffered swollen and extremely sore throats with lots of mucus gathering up at the back of my throat. because of this, i ended up having my tonsils and adenoids removed separately but this did not help at all. i also relieved several treatments for antibiotics but this was wasted as all they did was lowered my immune system. after being diagnosed with an airborne allergy, i took one tablet daily, they worked on the first day and completely helped.
3	moderately effective	fell fast asleep for the first few months, then i had to keep upping the dose and addiction set in. i had a horrible time with withdrawal symptoms  i experienced sever while under the influence of ambien and i hand morning hangover. it also agitated me and i experienced anxiety.
6	considerably effective	acid in the stomach was reduced so that the reflux was kept under control.  therefore there was little of no chance of irritation of the esophagus.
2	ineffective	none, side effects that were intolerable were an increase in appetite and decreased libido
9	highly effective	xyrem has been life-changing for me and more than i could have ever hoped for.  i spent most of my life completely exhausted and desperately tired.  the worst part was, i always just thought i was lazy.  even after i was diagnosed, and was on provigil (i was taking provigil only for years before xyrem)i still questioned if i really had a sleep disorder and thought that perhaps i was just lazier than everyone else.  now that i take xyrem, i know that i really do have a sleep disorder because xyrem has changed my life so much.  i could have never imagined how much better and easier life is with a good nights sleep.  without xyrem, i spend most too much time in rem sleep.  i would dream constantly, beginning almost immediately after i would fall asleep.  almost every morning i would wake up and still be in a dream.  xyrem forces me into nrem sleep and it has made all the difference for me.
10	highly effective	lamictal is by far the best medicine that i have been prescribed  it almost has completely controlled my depression which was very severe, and has almost completely controled my mania. i still get slightly hypomanic, but this has not been a problem for me.
8	considerably effective	the skin rash was better
9	highly effective	sore throat healed due to reduction in stomach acid
10	highly effective	improved metabolism, decreased depression, increased energy, decreased hair loss, and improved finger/toenail condition.
8	considerably effective	more energy better memory and concentration and clarity
8	considerably effective	less reflux acidity
9	considerably effective	cosopt reduced my ocular pressure in both eyes by nearly one third which pleased my eye doctor. the treatment benefits are long term. reducing ocular pressure will prolong eyesight by preserving the optical nerves. sorry not 50 words.
7	considerably effective	worked extremely well at preventing out breaks. an out break would come on and id start taking it and it would be gone withing 48 hours if i took it properly.
8	highly effective	when applied correctly (i.e. minimal amount and mixed with a lotion that spreads well) it has been great for controling breakouts and reducing wrinkles and sun spots.
9	highly effective	i added this medication 8 months after i began monthly infusions of  alone gave mild improvement in symptoms of severe rheumatoid arthritis. (i had extensive and severe joint pain and inflammation, severe edema in legs due to knee inflammation, and had very limited mobility.) within 6-8 weeks of beginning (and still continuing , symptoms began to decrease significantly, and my lab values improved dramatically. as i write this i have very little pain and inflammation, and much more mobility than before - even considering the joint damage i've sustained. recently, i tried reducing my dose of to 10 mg/day. after 4-6 weeks or so, i began to have more symptoms. when i resumed the 20mg/day dose, symptoms decreased dramatically again - in about 6-8 weeks.
8	highly effective	toenail fungus was gone after 3 months of medication.
1	marginally effective	supposed prevention of catching swine flu
5	marginally effective	i haven't noticed too much of a difference so far.
1	ineffective	i really did not see any benefit in taking the medication.  however, this may have been because i was unable to tolerate it for any length of time.
3	marginally effective	could focus slightly better in school and also at home
1	ineffective	the ointment is easy to apply once the user realizes that the ointment is very thick, although on the face is ineffective or must be prescribed only for those conditions it has proven to resolve. in my case,  the rash continues to spread across the face.
3	ineffective	none
7	considerably effective	the treatment benefit is to control the glucose in my blood, along with a healthy diet and avoid sweets and starches.
9	highly effective	an almost complete cessation of pain in any arthritic place where there was not already significant joint damage.  more flexibility, more function, less exhaustion.  the difference was huge and still is.
9	highly effective	lack of pain
5	considerably effective	very effective allergy relief for hay fever
8	considerably effective	anxiety is supressed but not gone depression is 100 percent gone
8	considerably effective	i found that this drug immediately released alot of emotion - which was suprising.  i wept for about a week - i had no idea what was going on at first, and then i realized that - i could actually feel my emotions.  i felt normal and healthy.  i regret going off of this drug too soon, as i did.  i switched to wellbutrin, which was not a good idea.
8	highly effective	severe symptoms of cold sores around the mouth were reduced and cleared up within 5 days.
9	highly effective	manic episodes have been minimised! although having to increase my dosage gradually to get rid of the highs altogether.  also puts me to sleep, whereas i used to be awake most nights from mania.
9	highly effective	less pain, less inflamation, slows down degeneration of disease. can function normally where before had severe pain in joints, especially in feet, knees, and made it extremely hard to walk, wear shoes, bend at knees.
10	highly effective	less tired, more optimistic, more energy, no more depression
7	highly effective	relieved the plaque psoriasis which was over 90% of skin and extremely uncomfortable.
10	highly effective	very alert and extremely focused. i have a tremendous amount of energy with absolutely no jitters. my memory has improved and my production at the office has skyrocketed. i've been taking it for three months and it works as well as the first day i took it. it may not work for everyone but it works wonders for me.
1	moderately effective	the drug did help with the temporary depression.
1	ineffective	no treatment benefit, because the complete prescription was not used because of adverse side effects.
9	highly effective	to reduce the inflammation of the nasal polyp. by doing so, this should allow me better breathing. i was experiencing sleeplessness, due to inability to breathe well and also to have to sleep in a propped up position. following the steroid treatment, i was able to sleep well again without all the snoring.
8	considerably effective	i usually slept through the night and did not experience drowsiness the next day.
10	highly effective	my mood swings decreased, i was less irritable.  when i would be blue, i would not go into a deeper depression.  it just evened me out.  i also had a head injury and it seemed to help in the recovery from that.
7	highly effective	i struggled with adult acne for 10 years and nothing worked for me. when i started taking this medication my acne completely cleared within 2 months and whenever i stop taking this medication it comes back within a few weeks and then will go away again when i start taking it again.
9	highly effective	"after battling w/moderate depression for many years, this drug is a miracle for me! it stopped the " hamper wheel in my head"" anxiety i had, i feel mush calmer, i can focus on what is important, and i no longer have such emotional hypersensitivity that i used to. it helps me feel like the ""me"" that i had lost for a long time, but i have never had a ""medicated"" feeling from it,as i did with other antidepressants i previously tried."
4	marginally effective	heartburn was lessened, but new symptoms began (possibly side effects) which made a new set of problems. severe heartburn occurred 5-7 times a week before treatment, and was brought down to 2-3 times a week during treatment.
10	highly effective	since i was very young, a child, i suffered debilitating headaches.  often they became true migraines.  they would last for days and days, sometimes weeks without stop.  i missed school, parties, holidays.  i was scared to make do anything fearing the pain.  i pretty much went to bed with some degree of head pain and woke up with it everyday.  i had no clue what it would be like without them.  sometime late in 1999 i went to my pharmacy to pick us some  that were not working anyway, and one of the tech who suffered headaches constantly was smiling and seemed so different.  her eyes were wide open   she seemed happy, etc.  she told me her doctor had put her on within days her headaches subsided.  i went straight to my pain management physician and asked for elavil. two weeks later i started going whole days without head pain.  i went to sleep easily and slept till morning.  i looked forward to doing things.  i woke up without pain.  what a miracle!  i had only two or three actual migraines in the last eight years.  when i do get a slight headache it usually disappears within a short time without additional meds.  needless to say my entire life changed. i am a better wife, mother, daughter, friend.  i take the generic and notice no difference   thank you elavil.
7	considerably effective	when he first started using the medication we saw remarkable results.  as time has gone by the results don't get any better, but it does keep his flare ups to a minimum and he doesnt ever have the big painful sores.
10	highly effective	when bmi rating is over 27 its time to get that taken care of before it goes beyond that. i have taken in my 20's and lost 30 pounds in 6 weeks. i keep it off until i turned 43.  you have to exercise or this will not work. i am not a fan of exercising but when you get the burst of energy get up and move. if you are stuck behind a desk.. turn from side to side... do stretches.. then at lunch or break move!!! there are so many looking for the magical drug for weight loss but there is none. exercise is the magical word.so get up and move it. walk.. dance.. or you will be stuck at the same weight. it takes work.. and a lot of it. it amazes me how there are those expecting a miracle in a pill. not that way at all but it is a aid to get to your goal
8	considerably effective	for the most part the pain was taken away just enough that i could function.  i like that it's not a narcotic, yet gives some of the benefits of one.
7	highly effective	increased concentration and attention span, reduced appetite. material studied remained more solidly in short-term memory.
7	considerably effective	minimized pigmentation if not absolved them altogether. good results for both hypo- and hyper- pigmentation.
8	considerably effective	due to a car accident i sustained head injuries in addition to physical body injuries (broken bones, etc.)  i had terrible mood swings.  through the assistance of a psychiatrist subscribing zoloft, gradually i became calmer.  i didnt cry as often for no apparent reason or get irritated at the drop of a hat.  my short term memory returned and i became less self conscious.
9	highly effective	the treatment benefits included rapid pain-relief from the uti.  pain and symptoms of the uti disappeared after the first week.  the drug was taken to completion to prevent reoccurrence 
8	highly effective	contraception
10	highly effective	initial ldl cholesterol reduced from 320 to 230 after 60 days. continuing to take pravastatin to further reduce ldl cholesterol.  hdl cholesterol is within normal range. change in diet and weight reduction as recommended by doctor is contributing to adjustment of cholesterol levels.
10	highly effective	i felt so much better on the prednisone, in the first 30 days, i could breathe easier and i did not get the severe dizzy spells i had been having
8	highly effective	nothing has worked in relieving my migraine pain but i took imitrex when i felt a migraine coming on and within a half hour my migraine was completely gone
4	moderately effective	hairloss slowed down a little compared to before, but every now and then it came back. it might be normal shedding which some would say is a good thing. sex drive went down. i also felt i was developing man boobs, i dont know if this was just in my head but i felt as if my pecs lost some definition. i therefore stopped taking the medication last month. have yet to see improvement in sex drive but hope it will come soon
7	considerably effective	the benefits of taking lexapro, for me, were noticable within a few weeks at the very most. i wasn't as on edge. i wasn't as anxious. i haven't had any more anxiety attacks and lexapro has helped me.
8	considerably effective	acne decreased significantly when used in combination with the antibiotic erythromycin. the addition of spironolactone cleared up the acne that seemed to be triggered by fluctuating hormone levels. it also increased breast size.
10	highly effective	stopped seizure activity immediately, even during titration.  occasional aura (pre seizure activity which are actually seizures themselves), during high stress, or situations that trigger photosensitivity.
2	marginally effective	a little better than nothing.
8	considerably effective	i am an athlete, tennis pro and avid golfer. i experienced inflammation and swelling post knee surgery (tibia plateau fracture). walking an 18 hole golf course can be painful for me, even after a year post surgery, i was in search of pain relief to continue playing a sport i love. celebrex reduced my inflammation and stiffness and allowed me to play pain free.
8	considerably effective	when i started taking zyrtec i had severe sore throat pain that i thought might be strep throat.  it turned out to be environmental allergies.  while i was taking claritin for about a year, it wasn;t having any effect on these allergies.
10	highly effective	it calms down the need to scratch,,gives me the ability to sleep at night,,,it also relieves my allergy symptoms(cough,sneezing,running nose)in general,,it keeps me from going out of my mind...when i don't use is the itching will drive me up the wall. it mellows my mood,allowing me to act and react with others..
6	highly effective	it really helps me focus better than my previous adhd meds. (concerta  i am a very spontaneous person (sometimes maybe slightly annoying) i really had trouble concentrating in school and remembering what we learned. i was always forgetful, but now after taking it a few days, i nearly never forget anything. and i remember the material covered in class.
9	highly effective	immediate relief from my and a modest decline in blood preassure
7	considerably effective	significantly reduced migraines frequency and severity
1	moderately effective	none
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	reduced inner eye pressure which has slowed or possibly eliminated the disease. at the very least, the symptoms of glaucoma immediately improved to normal and have remained at the normal range.
1	ineffective	none
9	highly effective	very effective at preventing pregnancy.  also regulated menstrual cycle length and helped relieve acne.  the best part is that you only menstruate 4 times a year, as opposed to 12 or 13.
7	highly effective	while i did not have active tuberculosis, i had tested positive.  taking isoniazid will prevent a future case of tuberculosis from developing.
5	considerably effective	relieved the pain
10	highly effective	lowered my cholesterol from 225 to 156.  excellent results
8	highly effective	the instructed me that by taking the antibiotic, it would surround the thus preventing further spread if the infections to other body parts.it really worked except that a nodule was left at the site of the boil. however, the drug gave me severe stomach aches due to gastritis before i went back to the physician to get some 
10	highly effective	initially i had graves, then became post-treatment.  while i gained weight, had hair loss, was fatigued, cold and miserable.  getting on a correct dose of thyroid replacement is great.  my hair returned, i became more fit and active.
3	highly effective	the treatment benefits were that i did not get pregnant nor did i get a period. occasional spotting but nothing a couldnt handle.
8	highly effective	"xanax xr .5 once daily for 2 days. this med works within 20-30 mins. a good solution for fast anxiety relief, as opposed to waiting 2 weeks for it to ""settle"" into your system. i think i might have done fine with .25 instead of the .50.however, just reading about other people's anxiety accounts and xanax has given me anxiety!"
9	considerably effective	well i started having acne by the age of 18, but it wasnt like normal acne,big and red, it would only stay on the surface of the skin and it was white,it was like little dots all over my face.i used all the creams you could imagine but none of them worked,or would work for a few days and the pimples would come back again. i went to this dermatologist and he said that what could be causing my acne is the hormones balance, (if you have too much feminine or masculine hormones it can cause acne)so he said i could try to take birth control pill to balance my hormones. and so i started. in the first month my acne got worse,but i still kept taking yasmin(birth control pill), on the third month i started noticing that my skin was clearing from all those pimples.i have been taking it for more than 6 months now and i have no acne! sometimes one or two comes out but it goes away in 2 days.so yasmin worked for me and could work for you too!
7	moderately effective	skin seems to be producing more collagen and definitely has better texture and appearance. the low dose of hgh is something that needs to be considered as it really border a therapeutic level. the bad side is the cost...500 per month at 1 cc per day. for men i cant tell you how happy i am with the low dose testosterone / nandrolone (deca) combination ( 100 mg per week). and generally speaking insurance companies do cover injectable testosterone.
8	considerably effective	i have noticed a reduction in acne breakouts, particularly painful cysts.  i have also noticed improved skin appearance with more even skin tone.
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	zovirax is a highly effective treatment of cold sores.  i take it in significantly higher dosages than the package indicates and 70% of the time, the cold sore disappear within a day.
5	marginally effective	supposed to stop acid reflex, which it did for 2 days
4	marginally effective	"decrease in panic attacks (maybe these were hot flashes ... but didnt feel ""hot""). woke up less often at night from these same panic attacks."
5	highly effective	it's admittedly very good at preventing pregnancy...because well...it kinda stops the urge to have it.
10	highly effective	the pill was very effective and i felt the relief from the pain considerably right after taking the pill
10	highly effective	reduces anxiety/worry. really relaxes me and makes me feel much better and lets me sleep. i had major trouble falling asleep before taking this drug. now i sleep like a baby. very effective. taken as prescribed there are no problems. a few idiots abuse this drug and thus the drug has gotten a bad rap unfortunately. much better than ssri's with way less side effects. it really makes me feel great. i take the .5 mg fast acting version, not the long acting version. this way it clears my system quicker and i can take it as needed and not worry about tolerance.
10	highly effective	i started topamax right after approval due to ongoing generalized (grand mal) seizures that were resistant to other drugs. my was hoping this would be the one. we added it on to what i was currently taking at the time  and dilantin) and crossed our fingers. guess what? after reaching a day- i went from having 3-4 generalized seizures a week, to 3 total in many many years! unfortunately, i continued having partial complex seizures until we found the dilantin/lamictal/topamax combo (in the last 3 years) and i still have 1 or 2 of those a month.  i really owe my life to topamax. awesome drug. awesome awesome awesome.
7	moderately effective	helped the depression initially, was far more positive during the years i took it, but the efficacy of the drug began to  and the onset of new side effects led me to try to live without the treatment
2	ineffective	no treatment benefits
9	highly effective	experienced 1 migraine in the past year since on - before i was getting a migraine at least 6-7 times a year during periods.  not missing time with my family every month or work.
10	highly effective	always feel refreshed and clear thinking the day after.  i feel much better than i do on days i don't take it.
10	highly effective	it eliminated the pain in my lower back for 8 hours at a time and after taking the full corse it seemed to have reduced the inflammation causing the pain.
8	considerably effective	"my cholesterol levels were terrible.  i was around 32 years old with, as the doctor said, ""the cholesterol of a 40 year old man.""  it may have been partly due to my crohn's disease (which was flaring) and the weird way my body was absorbing nutrients at the time. over the past 4 years my hdl levels have been significantly higher, and my overall cholesterol has moved into the acceptable zone (though not as good as i wish it was)!"
9	considerably effective	"significant reduction in cramping, stiffness, and ""knots"" in muscles."
5	considerably effective	treated a uti bactrim did not
10	highly effective	correction of thinning of hair, feeling cold all of the time, and feeling emotional.  improvement in fingernails.  correction of insomnia
8	considerably effective	tramadol was prescribed for severe neck pain due to a bone spur that had grown into a nerve root in my neck. it was the only drug that could give me any relieve before i had surgery to fuse the vertebrae between c6 and c7 in my neck. it did not eliminate the pain completely, but made it very tolerable.
3	moderately effective	my improved considerably, which speaks to the efficacy of the treament because i only used it for 7 days.
7	highly effective	to help clear the airways after suffering from an asthma attack. improved my breathing for up to 6 hours after taking 2 puffs.
6	moderately effective	although the medication has decreased my tsh level, i am still fatigued and inspite of being active at my job, i cannot seem to lose weight.  i have extremely low energy level which i thought the synthroid would help.
9	highly effective	"no exacerbations since starting during summer of 2008 after 11 years on avonex (another ""disease modifying medications"" for ms."
9	highly effective	mood was more stable. better quality of sleep.
1	ineffective	i received no benefit from the medication.  my prescribing physician told me it would take a full six months of this medication taken daily for it to be effective.  that's not going to work for me.
10	highly effective	i feel that chantix is the best way to quit smoking. it was prescribed my my doctor. i smoked for 30 years. the only time i quit during that 30 years was when i was pregnant. i always started back up within a year. this time i know i wont start smoking again.
10	highly effective	it help me get through the day with out a fast heartbeat. it calmed my nerves.
4	moderately effective	i believe i noticed some improvement in retaining information from conversations as well as from reading,including,but not limited to, books, magazines, newspapers. i also think i was clearer with regard to remembering events -the event itself, as well as the order in which things occurred in the particular event.
5	considerably effective	the infection cleared
10	highly effective	dramatic reduction in papules and pustules.
10	highly effective	i was able to go back to sleep after waking and then to get up in two hours without any grogginess or after effects. the sleep i had as a result of the pill was very restful. this drug allows you to take a pill in the early morning hours, go back to sleep and then get up at the normal time without any sort of hangover. it is wonderful.
7	considerably effective	sometimes it makes the difference to stress- related sleeplessness.
9	highly effective	lessening of most symptoms started within 2 weeks of taking the drug. weight gain stopped despite positive dietary modifications and weight stability occurred, there were less incidences of dry skin, and menstrual irregularities went away.
8	considerably effective	nasacort eliminates stuffiness if taken at the proper times and right dosages. i have been advised by medical professionals that first administering over the counter med. such as afrin  (once)clears the passages first... then, when is applied the stuffiness is relieved for a longer period of time.. i find this to be true
9	highly effective	the treatment benefits were clearly protection from getting pregnant as long as the pill is taken regularly without skipping. this pill is also touted as being one that helps in the treatment of acne, although i honestly can't say that it changed my acne pattern whatsoever. i tend to break out around the time of my monthly cycle, and i continued to break out even during the time i was on this pill. i didnt notice any decrease in my break-outs.
8	considerably effective	the benefits of taking celebrex have been to reduce the inflamation caused by arthritis and degenerative arthritis. i have noticed relief from the soreness and stiffness that comes with this problem. other than that i don't know what else i can tell you about this drug. since there are fewer drugs available for this problem that are effective it has also been shown to be safe.
10	highly effective	ease side effects of hot flashes, lost libido, sleeplessness, and to help bring my hormones into balance along with the estradiol and testosterone
10	highly effective	elimination of night sweats, insomnia, irritability, stabilization of skin tone, no vaginal dryness
10	highly effective	i'd had dry skin on my face for several years which i'd controlled using moisturizers  about five years ago, i started to get acne pimples and bumps on my cheeks and forehead which was diagnosed as rosacea. i was prescribed which cleared the problems, including the dry skin. symptoms reduced almost immediately. i've had about two years without having to get a repeat prescription, and symptoms have just begun to return, so i've requested more from my doc.
9	highly effective	hormone balance. my estrogen was high during peri menopause and this product got me back into balance and normal monthly periods.
5	considerably effective	lower blood pressure
9	considerably effective	resistant sinus infection cleared up completely
7	considerably effective	did keep me awake.  keep me going.  no heart racing, no dizziness, no nausea   i would recommend this drug before any others.  it works wonders.  the acne that comes with it is bad. very bad.  new pimples pop up all the time.
5	moderately effective	did reduce slightly the sun damage brown spots and noticed a small lessening of tiny wrinkles.
3	marginally effective	slight improvement of acne, but not enough to make it worth the treatment hassles.
3	considerably effective	stopped 90% of symptoms
7	considerably effective	i was in a better mood. less crying and less over thinking.
10	moderately effective	5 acid, or  belongs to the group of medications known as anti-inflammatories. it is used to treat mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis and mild-to-moderate crohn's disease.5 acid (or 5-asa) acts by reducing inflammation in the bowel.
8	highly effective	"stabilized moods. made me feel like ""me"".  allowed me to work much more effectively. increased focus. completely stopped crying jags (would get so down i'd cry over very little)."
7	moderately effective	benefits included decreased anxiety attacks.  it took approximately 2 weeks to see results but after that time it was a noticable difference.
10	highly effective	"i have taken this drug off and on for 20 years. it is so effective for my depression that i start feeling like im ""cured"" and don't need to take it any more. i have found that when i stop taking it, i'll be fine for a few days or weeks, and then i start feeling symptoms of depression again. for the last 3 years, i have taken it regularly and am not planning on stopping. it doesnt make me feel happy every day, because that's not its purpose, however it does keep me from entering a depressive state."
7	highly effective	sore throat went away, cough cleared up; maybe it would have anyway, but at the time it seemed wisest to avoid getting a worse lung infection than letting it heal itself.
9	considerably effective	smoother skin, seemed to have more color, not so pale.  smaller pores, diminished age spots, although they were still visible.
10	highly effective	this anti-depressant has basically saved my life.  i have suffered with severe depression and anxiety since childhood.  whether these problems were caused by 'nature or nurture' can be difficult to ascertain, but in my particular case, i believe it was both.  while i was a victim of severe sexual, physical and verbal abuse from a very young age through my teen years, i also seem to have been born with an unusually 'sensitive' disposition, and can get very emotionally and mentally disturbed at times with very little provocation.  everyone who knows me well considers me a very emotional person.  at any rate, it has been the prozac that has helped me in dealing with the stresses of even everyday life.  i first started feeling suicidal in adolescence, and unfortunately, this is still a constant problem.  the prozac, i am convinced, has helped me keep these feelings in check, and although i was just hospitalized for my depression late last year, i am still alive and kicking.  i completely believe that it is the prozac that has saved my life.  before the advent of these types of antidepressants, all that was available were the tricyclics.  those never worked for me the way the ssri's have.  although they did achieve in putting me into a stupor-like condition, they never seemed to alleviate my depression.  the prozac does.  while it doesnt rid me of the problem completely, it has been absolutely invaluable to me, and i believe it is the main reason i am alive to write these words to you today.  i am fortunate in that i have never had a single side effect from the prozac.  actually, there has been a complete loss of libido, which could be a major problem for alot of people;  for me, however, this is not a problem, because i am celibate, and have been for 20 years.  trust me, i had enough sex in my younger years to last me for the rest of my life.  i feel i should mention that i have known many people who take prozac and who have not had any sexual problems at all.
10	highly effective	my knee and leg pains lessened considerably after taking voltaren orally
10	highly effective	reduced acne significantly and quickly.  i had severe cystic acne for about 3-4 months before trying spiro.  within 2 months it was nearly gone.  i started on and that was enough to reduce cystic acne.  i just recently went to and that was to reduce small 
6	moderately effective	lower blood pressure and preventing hypokalemia
2	moderately effective	"it lowered the cholesterol levels overall but it is hard to tell if it was really necessary as numbers picked for ""normal"" ranges seem rather arbitrary. some people naturally produce more cholesterol."
8	highly effective	made the affected area peel and removed the discoloration.
1	ineffective	i have not gotten any benefit from this medecine, only side effects , i am still suffering of my leg pain, it turned that the doctor has given this medecine when not needed, i suffer from hernia and not tendonitis
6	moderately effective	the medicine kept the illness from getting worse, my cough loosened up immediately.  the dose and length of treatment was very manageable  it was easy to remember to take one dose each day.  the packaging is very convenient - a blister pack so you know immediately how many you have taken.
10	highly effective	freedom from depression, in addition, a greater interest in  sex
8	considerably effective	my acne was considerable decreased. i had hoped to see some anti-wrinkle effects as well but did not.
8	considerably effective	lowered blood sugar, improved mood, less fatigue in the long run
8	considerably effective	i was unable to get out of bed or see my friends. i hated going out to parties, going to class, or just interacting with people in general. after taking celexa i found myself jumping out of bed in the morning and feeling ready to start my day. i started going out more on the weekends and my grades improved significantly. i was happy again and i felt like my life was getting back to how it was before i became depressed.
2	considerably effective	the stop of acid symptoms.  the stop of uncomfortable feelings in my esophagus   the burning feeling and sensation.  able to eat what i want when i want.
8	moderately effective	after using the retin a for several months i did notice a decrease in the amount of whiteheads on my checks. my skin seemed to appear brighter and my complexion was not as splotchy. while i did not get any more whiteheads, it did not completely remove the ones i had.
3	considerably effective	"the treatment was effective in reducing my ""appetite"" for smoking.  it also reduced my appetite for everything, including food.  therefore, at first, i did manage to stop smoking without gaining weight or being depressed about giving up the cigarettes   it just didnt seem important."
1	marginally effective	i initially had severe cramping and nausea, but i continued under doctor's orders, i only lost about 20 pounds, tops.  i now have a larger host of problems i believe were started with this medication.  i have not used in 3 years.
10	highly effective	i have been plagued with persistent multiple warts on my elbow for over 10 years. at christmas - i decided to 'attack' the area again to clear it for the summer. i used the freezing technique, but warts were clearly trying to spread outside the treated area onto fresh skin areas..  i then added the salicylic acid to the new growths but this just made my arm/skin sore.  i could see the only solution was to control the virus itself to prevent any new spread as the thickened areas died off with the cryotherapy. i used a thin smear of acyclovir around the treated areas and all the new wart 'blistering' stoped irritating within an hour or so and died back.  if i left the cream off - they would start again.  i persisted with the cream daily for 2 weeks and for the first time in 10 years or more my arm is 'wart free' and i have healthy unbroken wart free skin.
1	ineffective	i only started this medication to still treat my anxiety and mild depression, but eliminate the desire not to want sex.
4	marginally effective	advair helped with my asthma initially, which was aggravated by an upper respiratory virus.
8	considerably effective	it got rid of a terrible ear infection. after 3 days, my ear infection pain was greatly diminished, but i kept taking it to be sure it was gone.
1	ineffective	i didnt feel that there were any benefits. i initially started taking wellbutrin because it was touted as having little to no sexual side effects. i really was highly disappointed in the overall experience of this drug. i immediately switched back to effexor.
7	considerably effective	improved ability to fall asleep
8	moderately effective	i felt better mood, optimism towards life in general, greater control of portion sizes. my recovery from anorexia was not easy, so i had a few months of moderate bulimia. it was then that my dosage grew bigger: 3 pills of 20 mg per day, though some days i would have 4 pills.
8	considerably effective	considerable reduction in fine lines,smaller pore size less acne blackheads general improvement in overall skin condition
10	highly effective	of all of the birth control pills i've taken this was by far the one with the least number of negative side effects and it actually had several positive side effects.  it helped control my acne and kept me thin.  after several years i did notice a decrease in my libido which came back after i stopped taking birth control pills altogether.  i was put on the generic version of this pill at some point and i had a completely different reaction.  i instantly gained about 15 pounds (mostly water weight i think because i looked puffy).  i found out after this reaction that generic pills don't have to be identical to the brand name drugs.  i learned the hard way.
8	highly effective	my acne scars continued to get better and better and eventually completely disappeared.
10	highly effective	within two days, the severe burning pain of the gerd disappeared. at three months of treatment, the pain from the ulcer has receded considerably. because of the ulcer, however, i still have to be careful not to eat anything too acidic--very fresh pasta sauce with chunks of tomato--or too spicy.
1	highly effective	seroqel seems to calm my mind.  it stopped terrible mood swings and irritability as well.
1	considerably effective	antibiotic seemed to work quickly.  my throat felt better within hours of taking the first pill.
3	marginally effective	on the 3rd day, i was extremely elated and more uninhibited than usual; headache was still present, but seemed unimportant. in addition, i slept through the night with the first two 50 mg pills.
10	highly effective	i did not have to go through the change of life so early in my life, never really felt any change, at the time it was the best way to remove all the endometriosis that i had, and it never effected me much as in pain or my womanhood 
10	highly effective	according to my psychiatrist and to what i had read, lamictal could be very helpful for people with ptsd. i had tried dozens of meds over the years and, at the time, was totally crippled with anxiety despite being on all the other meds. listed above. hours after starting lamictal i was given relief and the anxiety and dissociative symptoms reduced markedly.
10	highly effective	having suffered from asthma for most of my adult life, i began to rely on the albuterol (which should be only used as a rescue inhaler) multiple time per day.  after beginning the inhaler, my asthma was almost non-existent.
7	considerably effective	kept the high blood pressure normal. of course patient has also changed lifestyle - exercising four times a week, eating light sodium and low calorie foods. diet of vegetables and fish or white chicken, fruits and grains, no red meats. we believe it is both lifestyle and medication that have lowered the high blood pressure.
7	moderately effective	reduced acne
10	highly effective	"depression was gone for the first time in my life!  i finally knew what it was like to be ""normal""."
6	considerably effective	taking 3 mg of warfarin sufficiently thinned my blood so that i did not find it difficult to do everyday tasks.  i immediately felt better after i started the regimen in the spring of 2003.  my cough went away and i had a lot more energy.i took this regimen for about 3 years, everyday.  i also found it easier to concentrate and think (what was i doing before it???)  it was as if my brain cleared up or something.  i breathed easier and i was more willing to tackle regular household chores.  i worked over 50 hours/week before and during this treatment.
7	moderately effective	some pain relief, only significant benefit was during severe breakthrough pain and/or muscle spasms.  excellent sleep aid.
9	considerably effective	getting to sleep is easy as is staying asleep.  when waking during the night, returning to sleep was not a problem.  the drug did not cause sleep so deep that waking and being coherent was difficult.
7	moderately effective	reduced headaches and sneezing
10	highly effective	within about 2 days i noticed i had more energy.  i wasn't waking up tired, i wasn't craving sugar and coffee and my mood improved dramatically.  i stayed on the medication for about 2 years.  gradually i noticed that i didnt need as much so i cut back on my dose. eventually i went off for a year or two.  then when i noticed the old symptoms of mild depression, tiredness, sugar cravings etc., i went back on.  i found that the natural form of armour allowed my thyroid to kickstart.  after talking to many people who have used the synthetic form, they didnt experience this.  their thyroid seemed to shut down and they had to always take the drug.
10	considerably effective	relief of chronic intermittent pain. also, relief from chronic ( post ) repeated surgery and repeated hospitalizations.
4	highly effective	this drug knocked me out i did not wake during the night nor did i remember any dreams. it was difficult to get up in the morning.. this drug is an effective sleep aid but with recent concerns i think there are better choices...
1	marginally effective	bone scan showed no increase bone loss.
8	considerably effective	the abscess and inflammation around the area disappeared. it is very important that mrsa abscesses be treated immediately. if you have a history of mrsa, get to your doctor and begin medication as quickly as possible. is a very effective drug for mrsa infections. the doctor will do a workup of all the effective medications against your specific mrsa infection and choose the appropriate antibiotic.
1	ineffective	i couldnt get pregnant
10	highly effective	had absolutely no problem with acid reflux while taking nexium.
8	highly effective	i live in a home with 3 cats and a dog, and was unable to breath in the morning secondary to all the animal dander.  after starting the claritin, i noticed a decrease in my allergy symptoms after about a week.
10	highly effective	the pain from the muscle spasms was drastically reduced.
10	highly effective	immediately made me feel more focus, clear mind, energy, increase calmness. i started with once a day before work or in the morning on my days off and reduced to and still have all those benefits. experienced little nausea, urine odor at the beginning. i don't feel like drinking alcohol anymore and if i drink too much, my hangovers are moderate. very happy with it!
9	highly effective	reduced hives associated with allergy. lasted for 24 hours so did not need more than once a day. was the only effective treatment. doctor had switched to generic brand which did not work as effectively  available as otc now but i do not feel it is the same as the prescription strength was
7	moderately effective	seemed to quiet the disease down especially during the first year.  colonoscopy showed most of the colon healed after that time.  fistulas no longer occurred and stayed healed and erythema on legs did not recur once i started taking this.
7	highly effective	having had asthma since i was a child, i have been using various medications for a long time. thankfully i do not need to use albuterol daily, as i know some people do, but i use it as needed when i am experiencing an asthma attach. this happens on average once a month, less in warmer months, more during the winder.as far as being effective albuterol, and the name brand inhaler is the best, and to my knowledge, still the only small inhaler that really works. im sure it has saved lives. with one inhalation i am able to breath again within minutes, this is even if i am having a bad attack, and am really struggling  so it is very effective
1	considerably effective	it eliminated my depression.
8	highly effective	i had an infected jaw, an abscess under a back molar that inflamed the entire left side of my lower jaw producing a large ping pong ball sized swelling. this was probably -- my dentist suggested -- due to an infected tooth root that had migrated to jaw tissue.after taking the drug, the swelling started to lessen in about 36 hours and progressively lessened over the next 5 days until it was not visible.
9	highly effective	restored moisture, decreased itching, decreased urinary symptoms
6	moderately effective	less frequent and less severe migraines
9	highly effective	90% of new breakouts ceased after only 5 days.  im in about 9 days and my skin is fairly clear.  im very happy with the results.  my skin is not oily anymore either.  also it cleared up my scalp problem that was pretty bad.
4	moderately effective	not sure at this point.
9	considerably effective	mucous very diminished, therefore, coughing has almost disappeared.  not sure whether my condition is a form of asthma, copd, or what, but this medication has so far certainly made it much less bothersome.
10	highly effective	lyrica has made a huge difference with my fibromyalgia pain. i have had fibromyalgia for 13 plus years and was excited about the fda finally approving lyrica for fibromyalgia patients.  i would recommend that anyone suffering from fibromyalgia try this medication, along with a healthy diet and exercise. lyrica is not a cure, but i have improved probably 75% over this last year.
6	ineffective	6hrs sleep per night. vivid dreams. no other side effects except morning anxiety ++. food tasted better at first, but this faded in a week. to sleep was good, but morning psychedelic effect no good. i sincerely doubt that the would have been manageable without adjunctive benzodiazepine therapy and i wonder if the overall treatment out come would not have been better with benzo monotherapy as i presented with anxiety and insomnia and the m caused anxiety.
8	considerably effective	did lower my blood pressure after about 3 weeks. remained lower during remainder of course and after the treatment ended.
5	highly effective	my oily skin vanished. the skin cleared up finally. the painful cysts went away for 4 yrs during each treatment. however they will come back (for me anyways) after 4 yrs with stress, cycle, i get them on my jaw line even if i just hold a alcohol swabbed cell phone...its from mechanical pressure. they last forever and scar me! so the benefits were great but so are the side effects...
8	highly effective	by taking as prescribed, the drug prevents pregnancy, regulates period, helps reduce acne.
10	highly effective	i always have at least three cold sores either inside my mouth or on my lips. i started this medicine while i had a cold sore with the help of the medicine and the the pain was decreased and it went away a lot faster.
8	considerably effective	less redness in the face
9	highly effective	lifted mood from severely depressed to being able to live normally,still taking and probably will be for forseeable future.happy to do that tho some of the side effects are not desirable it would be worse without it.helped with concentration and ability to function.also with confidence
9	highly effective	lasted all day long, could put it in a drink,
10	considerably effective	calm.  the reason that i went to the doctor was my son at 19 just reached full blown schizophrenia.  i was trying to find out his drastic change in behavior for about 4 years taking him to different doctors.  i drug tested him-none- alcohol-none.  my son was not the son i had raised. started psychiatry doctors and diagnosed  with chronic paranoid schizophrenia.  medication was prescribed.
7	highly effective	the acyclovir was highly effective even though taken late - ie a week or more after i first got shingles.  it was still spreading 7-10 days later but once i started taking this medicine it did clear up.  i was also relieved that i had very little lasting nerve pain afterwards
5	considerably effective	the infection cleared
10	highly effective	i was able to quit smoking after 7 days without major withdrawals.
8	highly effective	the sinus infections start lightening up within one day, the pressure disappeared within two days if the antibiotics were not prescribed in a timely matter, the infection would have lasted for month. i would have lost all sense of smell and taste for a very long period of time.
8	highly effective	by the 5th day, i was feeling much better.
10	highly effective	the medication took all my symptoms away completely!
7	moderately effective	it worked for relieving some of my neck and back pain.  please note, my cause of pain was due to surgery pain and not your normal kind of back pain.  i must say that it just kind of took the edge off of the severe pain i was feeling.as time went on i began to heal and feel much better and now it tends to work much better.
7	moderately effective	anti-inflammatory and pain reduction claims.  i didnt notice much difference in the pain but the inflammation went down after a few weeks (not while taking the medication).
6	moderately effective	the drug relieved the sore throat and lungs, albeit within two or three days.  i continued to have coughing fits only at night.
10	highly effective	hypothyroidism treatment -- restores proper thyroxine levels in body, not produced by my damaged thyroid gland. without the medication, i would have not developed properly, and today i would suffer dramatic effects on energy levels, puffiness, cholesterol and worse. asthma and allergy treatment -- ability to exercise without wheezing, ability to work outside among natural allergens, ability to clean around dust indoors,
8	considerably effective	the dermatitis cleared up within the first week. i had been suffering with it for several months.my acne cleared up significantly, but i still had the occasional lesion.
7	considerably effective	good hair growth
9	considerably effective	fewer breakouts (due to both and  and quicker healing time attributed to 
10	highly effective	preventative control of asthma symptoms.
8	considerably effective	a slowing in androgenic alopecia, and some potential re-growth. the slowing of the male pattern balding creates an environment suitable for topical solutions to have stronger more effective yields.
10	highly effective	no itching, no allergy, no dermagraphism
7	moderately effective	this ointment seemed to lessen the severity of the outbreak and duration.
6	marginally effective	decreased eczema patches, however did not fully heal them. the treatment did not help my skin being scaly from eczema.
7	considerably effective	before i began taking this, i had experienced a long time, chronic depression. after about one month of taking this i began feeling much better. although things still are not perfect, and i have very blue periods, it has at least made life tolerable.
9	highly effective	hydeoquione mitigated uneven tone of face as well as freckles.  it additionally left the skin with a taught texture.  my skin seemed to look 10 years younger
7	considerably effective	acid reflux stopped, i am told that the damage done by the acid will be healed.  but i am not sure if this drug really strengthens the sphincter such that acid reflux is stopped.  nexium mainly reduces acid production, but does is stop the efflux is yet to be seen based on the results after stopping the treatment.
10	highly effective	no diarrhea and better drug efficacy.
9	highly effective	cleared up cough and chest infection, although the treatment worked it was difficult at first to decide how much better it was making me as i had hot flushes, dizziness and diarrhea  all in all it took a good 5 days to start working
7	considerably effective	much more relaxed evenings and better sleep.  was able to sleep through the night.  woke in mornings without back aches and pains.  was effective as a muscle relaxant.
7	highly effective	it truly cleared my headache in three days. i felt no reason to finish the meds unless it was necessary. that pretty much sums it up as to say i would recommend it to others in need. i thank the drug and pharmaceutical industry much indeed. again, thank you.
9	highly effective	immediate benefits were realized, faster than my doctor anticipated. also, i wouldn't always take lexapro consistently, and when symptoms returned, by resuming lexapro, i experienced results in 2-3 days.
9	highly effective	"i've taken various anti-depressants through the years, but this was the closest i ever came to a ""cure"". granted, it was after i stopped taking the medication that this ""cure"" took place, but i never experienced this with other anti-depressants. while taking it, effexor made me so sleepy all the time that i slept a good deal more than normal (10-12 hours daily). this is why i stopped taking it. but when i did, i felt better than i had in years. i remained depression-free for about 3 years. i then dealt with depression again for about 8-10 months (i didnt want to lose another 6-8 weeks taking the effexor ""cure"" so i delayed, hoping i would just ""snap out of it"" on my own). when i finally conceded this wasn't going to happen, i returned to my doctor, who then convinced me to try something new, so i tried cymbalta, hoping to get effexor's benefits, without the side-effects. it worked well as long as i used it, but when i stopped, there was no ""cure"" like i'd had with effexor. now i take 600-1000 mg of same. it's not as good as the post-effexor experience, but i feel less dependant on the medical system for my maintenance, and i focus on physical health (good food, exercise, vitamins)to maintain my emotional health. those things alone, unfortunately, do not completely do it for me, and that's where the same comes in. it makes the difference."
1	considerably effective	urinary tract infection subsided
3	highly effective	i was given a short course of prednisone to take, along with whatever antibiotic i was currently on, whenever the antibiotic alone was not clearing up the sinus infection.  the prednisone worked like a charm, but at a cost.
10	highly effective	i was told that i have high cholesterol and was very concerned about it so my doctor prescribed lipitor. i had taken other drugs to lower my cholesterol  but they did not work as well as lipitor, after taking the lipitor for 3 months my numbers dropped from 311 to 174. that was my goal and it worked... yay
10	considerably effective	i had hit the wall dealing with work, clients and family. my general physician asked me to see a therapist to help get me going in the right direction. after one meeting it was recommended by both caregivers that i take something to help me get through this rough spot. after about 3 weeks i started feeling like things were easier to cope with and i was making good decisions and getting things done again.
8	highly effective	treatment benefits from taking methotrexate included significantly reduced inflammation in the joints which led to reduced pain.  overall fatigue was also minimized.
9	considerably effective	reduction of symptoms ( extreme tiredness, mild fever and muscle aches, dry cough ) within 24 hours. resolution of symptoms within 48 hours.
2	considerably effective	prior to the i was on  which i am back on now.  i took the to reduce possibility of gynecomastia, which was presenting in the form of breast pain.my blood pressure normalised on both and 
8	considerably effective	the medication is much cheaper than the other prescription medications like it and works very well.
10	highly effective	significantly reduced pain and swelling in lower back, hips, knees with in two weeks. virtually no pain after one month. i have complete stopped all anti inflammatory drugs. much increased range of motion and can now sit/stand for much longer periods of time with no pain.
1	ineffective	i didnt take the medicine long enough to get any benefits
3	marginally effective	the 2 first day we're fantastic. i was easy going, task didnt birding me and i would overall say that my focus was good. however my well being was so great that i was mostly in my mind with great joy.
7	considerably effective	erradication of actinic keratoses. patient has a history of squamous cell carcinoma
4	marginally effective	while i definitely did notice some improvement in my depression, i believe that zoloft is far from being a truly effective antidepressant drug. my depression had somewhat subsided and my panic attacks were less severe, albeit not completely gone.
1	ineffective	i originally took the medication in a smaller dose for 3-4 months and saw a reduction of pus-filled pimples. the physician increased the dose to hopefully increase the benefits, as i still had significant acne.
10	highly effective	within two weeks i found the hot flashes had subsided.  after 4 weeks i no longer had night sweats.  it took 3 or 4 months for my depression to get better.  the release from depression was tremendous and such a relief.
3	moderately effective	reduction of acid.
9	highly effective	all three medication, alprazolam, lipitor and metformin were effective in treating insomnia, high cholesterol and insulin resistance.  patient is evaluated every 3 months.
7	considerably effective	the treatment reduced the symptoms of sle that i was suffering from: these were pain and inflammation in my wrists, hands and fingers.  it also reduced some puffiness in my face - perhaps b/c i had inflammation in my jaw joint.
9	considerably effective	the infection vanished after 2 days, i had already tried cream and that did not help cure the infection fully.
1	moderately effective	cholesterol was lowered but would have needed larger dose to meet desirable levels.
3	marginally effective	there were no treatment benefits--see below--i hoped to begin to see some effects after several months but because i had so much difficulty with it i gave up.
1	moderately effective	decreased bp
6	moderately effective	this drug works great for water retention because it is a potassium-sparing diuretic.  however, it had only a moderate impact on acne. it did seem to help with premenstrual symptoms and cyclical acne, but not a complete cure by any means. no apparent impact on blackheads/hard plugs.
10	highly effective	lowered hba1c from 6.0 to 5.2 which has enabled me to go off numerous other anti diabetic medications which all had side effects.  the overall effect has been most agreeable including a loss of over 100 pounds of body fat.
4	moderately effective	"symptoms were numbed, i was able to better ""deal"" with life and get through my days without crying or having a nervous episode 
3	highly effective	it was nice to not have to worry about a pill every day, you can put one ring in and then don't have to worry about it for 3 weeks.
10	highly effective	the rx cleared up my conjunctivitis  it was fast & easy to use. i was surpised @ how quickly it worked. it does sting when you use but on the other hand as soon as the pink eye goes away it doesnt sting anymore.
10	highly effective	went from severely depressed before starting the medication to almost entirely free of depression a week after starting the medication; helped with insomnia.
10	highly effective	relief of migraine headache with in one hour and it stays away for 24 - 48 hours.  migraines have been part of my life since i was 19.  this is the only medication that relieves my headaches so that i can function in my work and family life.
7	moderately effective	my skin felt much softer and my breakouts were far less frequent. my pores also looked smaller. the routine was also easy to maintain, as it only required nightly application.
10	considerably effective	less severe mood swings and irritated moods.  better able to concentrate.
10	highly effective	my daughter is playing now finally and she seems to be feeling alot better. when she was hospitalized she was very ill she wouldnt move she was vomitting, diarrhea  dehydrated  she had just a blank stare in her  eyes. her kidney infection is very rare and i cant remember the name of it but it stars with a p.
10	considerably effective	i have seen a reduction in breakouts and a fresher,more even complication with a rosey look, and my skin is starting to normalize
10	highly effective	this has enabled me to take half the amount of hydrocodone that i used to take.  the gabapentin potentiates the hydrocodone wonderfully.  it allows me to sleep better also.  it doesnt knock me out, just allows me to go to sleep when i want, dream, and wake up not groggy. i've also had fewer migraines since i've been on the gabapentin.
10	highly effective	before the use of tablets, i had to endure a series of urinary infections after sometimes painful sexual intercourse.  i also had painful cracks in lining of vulva due to aging and dryness.  after beginning the use of this drug, i found that the increased mucous in vagina resolved both of these problems.
1	marginally effective	it seemed to reduced blood pressure.  no other benefits were observed.
3	marginally effective	my skin was lighter in the area where i put tri-luma.  the dark spot never did completely go away.
10	highly effective	this drug alleviates my allergic responses--itchy eyes and sneezing.  it's effective because if i don't use it, my symptoms return.
6	moderately effective	diarrhea lessened after about 8 hours, but not until after another 2 severe occurences. had hoped for quicker, more effective response.
10	considerably effective	increased energy; i happened to be without the drug for one week, and felt absolutely terrible - like i was completely knocked down.
1	ineffective	no benefits.
10	highly effective	have not had any issues with rejection.  patient has now be diagnosed with the jc virus, which has been a side effect of cellcept.  blood test must be taken weekly to check the fine line of not have to much or to little of the in the system.  if patient did not have the jc virus, blood test would be less frequent.
8	considerably effective	the drug prevents the pustules that can result from rosacea.  when i do not take the drug for a week, the pustules tend to reappear.
10	highly effective	heal herpes and prevent from breaking in the feature
1	marginally effective	none
10	highly effective	decreases episodes of mania, and provides a full nights sleep.
6	considerably effective	the medication treated the depression without the sexual side-effects that accompanied several other medications for depression.
10	highly effective	carac is used once a day as a topical cream in order to remove pre cancerous cells.  it did a great job of removing all bad cells.  i used it before going to bed.  i only used it 2 weeks because i had the reaction quicker than most.
5	moderately effective	the drug cleared my sinuses but took some time to become effective after use. the effect only lasted about half a day. i would take this off and on for about 3 months.
7	moderately effective	actonel helped my bone density increase the first two years.
10	highly effective	overall benefits were great. memory has not gotten worse and there is less frustration on my part. makes my day much better. although, i have peaks and lows ..my lows have been better.
3	considerably effective	the drug does get the patient to sleep very soon after taking the drug.
8	highly effective	calmed my and inflammations  allowed me to eat more foods. made bathroom trips easier and less painful
10	highly effective	my bp is in a normal range when i take this medication. i only require a very low dose.
2	ineffective	none this stuff was awful -it hurt me -dont take it
8	considerably effective	the benefits of this treatment are the lowering of my bad cholesterol.  i would believe that the other benefits would be less build up plaque in my arteries.
1	ineffective	i did not have any benefits by using hydroquinone
10	highly effective	with in three days i felt the surge of energy that i expected. i no longer felt tired all the time. i was able to play with my kids more often and had the energy to work, clean, go to school, and still exercise for one hour a day. i felt alive and more like who i use to be. im happy again and currently have dropped 12 dress sizes thanks to my doctor and this medication he prescribed.
10	considerably effective	depression free most days.
10	highly effective	the night sweats are almost non-existent now - occurring very irregularly and the vaginal dryness is remarkably better.
7	considerably effective	to reduce elevated prolactin and control the growth of the tumour
7	considerably effective	my usually oily skin dried up considerably and as a result the frequency of spots reduced.
9	highly effective	the treatment benefits were huge - all hot flashes stopped within 1 week, skin dryness subsided, irritability was greatly reduced and energy levels are much higher.
2	ineffective	"i took it for three months and i did not feel any less depressed. i actually felt kind of and ""out of it."" i did not fee any less depressed, in fact more anxious."
9	considerably effective	the treatment benefits included a decrease an abdominal pain, a decrease in diarrhea and blood in the stool.  there were also benefits in overall comfort when dealing with day to day activities.  the decrease in abdominal pain and frequent diarrhea allows me to perform my daily activities.
9	highly effective	experienced significant mood improvement in 2 weeks, increasingly more apparent over time. where other medications had not worked, or had adverse side effects, wellbutrin did not. this after several years of trial and error with other anti-depressants.
10	highly effective	my husband started taking when it first came out because he could not take any of the others. he started getting better after few months and stopped taking it a few times because insurance would not approve it. he immediately became ill and ended up in the hospital. now after 6 yrs my husband has no symptoms other than occasional acid reflux when eating anything with tomato sauce.
8	highly effective	i have taken imitrex off and on for over 15 years. i have migraine headaches. typically one tablet of imitrex gets rid of the headache, usually within 30 minutes.
4	marginally effective	seemed to have a very mild calming effect
7	considerably effective	the drug was able to improve my depression and create balance in my life over the long run
1	ineffective	very little affects were felt on my throat
8	highly effective	blood pressure lowered and water retention was decreased. overall i had less headaches and sinus pressure issues.
10	highly effective	hair regrowth in crown area
9	highly effective	treatment involved a reduction of pain and provided the ability to sleep
7	moderately effective	i used the product to try to reduce previous sun damage as well as discoloration and wrinkles created by aging  im currently 50).  i feel the product did even out my skin tone at least somewhat however did not remove the larger areas of discoloration due to sun damage.  overall the condition of my skin did improve, however the effects were not as dramatic as hoped.  this may be due to the discontinuation of the 0.05% formulation which would of course be more potent that the 0.02% that i could get.  i will try retin a next time around to go for the 0.05% and see if results improve further.
10	highly effective	i have no more panic attacks, it helped to reduce anxiety, to improve the mood. i feel the old myself again and can function well at work.sometimes i still experience anxiety attacks but they are not severe. i highly recommend this drug due to minimum of side effects in comparison with other antidepressant drugs.
10	highly effective	before taking lexapro, i had constant anxiety.  i wasn't having panic attacks on a regular basis, but i was having them one in awhile.  my anxiety presented itself more in constant worrying, waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to fall asleep, and feeling tired but restless all the time.  i was moody and impatient, and obsessed about little, insignificant things all of the time.  once i started taking lexapro, that all changed.  it did all go away completely, but i can manage the slight symptoms i experience now.  i am much happier, much more stable, but more successful in my life.  i know others on it (my husband), and they have experienced the same kind of success.
10	highly effective	significantly reduced symptoms of menopause, including eliminated all hot flashes (as long as the drug is being taken), reduces skin dryness that occurred after hysterectomy, and preserved sex drive. preserve sex drive
10	highly effective	"my heart rate was rapid (usually 110-130 bpm) and i frequently had feelings in my heart that left my short of breath for a few minutes.  my heart rate slowed down to normal (usually 70-85 bpm) and i very seldom have these episodes anymore.  i feel much better overall and i do not have that feeling of ""impending doom"".  also my blood pressure is good and i do not have to take an extra medication for this problem."
9	highly effective	miracle drug for anyone who's deathly afraid of giving speeches or oral presentations. eliminates the whole butterflies-in-the-stomach feeling, racing heart, sweaty palms and allows you to focus on what your doing and do it properly rather than worry about how nervous you are.
7	considerably effective	easy to use, no scent, absorbed quickly, rash cleared up
3	ineffective	none that i had experienced.
10	highly effective	this is the only treatment, besides cortisone shots, that had any effect.  my outbreaks consisted of opened , cracked sores (up to 9 at a time)on my fingers that were extremely painful. with a shot of cortisone every couple of years, takes care of the rest.  when i do not have an outbreak( and outbreaks are very mild if i treat them right away, i only use it a couple of times a week for prevention. i should mention that i need to be very careful and use gloves for many household cleaning tasks.
5	ineffective	none, especially surprising since the prescription name brand luvox had been used previously, with great results.  the luvox stopped all ruminations and obsessive worry, while the generic fluvoxamine seemed to do nothing, and did not help with sleep.
8	considerably effective	overall skin improvement: skin feels softer, more radiant. better complexion. younger looking (my perception).skin turned slightly less oily. number of blackheads reduced and became almost invisible.
8	considerably effective	synthyroid replaces thyroid hormones that provide energy and increase your metabolism. i had a small goiter that was diminished when i began taking the medicine. if i miss a few days i have very little energy and feel as if im carrying heavy suitcases around.
10	highly effective	was able to successfully, and completely, discontinue illicit use of heroin/opiates.  i did remain abstinent for a period of time w/o it, but no longer than 6-7 months.  always at or before that point i would wind up relapsing again, with no good outcomes.  have stayed opiate-free for 1 year, 9 months now, and continue suboxone treatment.
10	highly effective	disappearance of very severe symptoms of acid reflux and excessive stomach acid production which included ulceration on the esophagus and stomach lining.
8	highly effective	"maintain mood, decrease in depression, the combination of meds provided for a decrease in hospitalizations and lethality. more activity on a daily basis and a return to ""normal"" behavior in re : to sleep patterns and appetite."
9	considerably effective	reduced intensity of morning stiffness, reduced length of morning stiffness, reduced pain, increase in range of movement
10	highly effective	no side effects, other anti depression pills usually made me stop taking them because of the side effects, but had none. i actually felt better after taking my pill, i was more bubbly and felt like my old self. i was also less aggravated and could think more clearly.
4	considerably effective	preventing pregnancy
10	highly effective	i suffered with terrible allergies, itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing and cough.  using flonase stopped all allergy symptoms within just a few days.
4	marginally effective	did not notice much difference in decrease of rosacea bumps or redness but the bumps seemed to increase briefly after i got off the  for approximately one week after discontinuing use. i used in conjunction with topical  which i applied twice a day, also prescribed for rosacea.
8	considerably effective	when my allergies were acting up and i took it, it helped within an hour. it cleared up my nose and throat and made breathing easier.
8	considerably effective	i just filled all this out to get to read the info pack on skin care, but i accidentally logged out of it somehow and don't know how to get back in other than doing this all over again so that is what im doing - and im pissed.
8	highly effective	it reduced my acne considerably and, after ceasing the treatment, i have never had acne as severe as before.
8	highly effective	my acne did heal. i took it consistently for about 2 months and my acne healed up and my skin looked really good after a long time, but when i forgot to refill it, i started breaking out again. so after taking it again for a couple of weeks my skin started to clear up. i have not taken for a few months now and my skin is doing good, besides the occasional break out.
2	ineffective	pill added nothing to the treatment process
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	elimination of all symptoms related to the urinary tract infection including frequency of urination, pain upon urination, and urgency of urination
6	moderately effective	stopped circular thinking/anxiety.  also allowed me to keep focused on tasks and what was going on around me.  eliminated suicidal thoughts and allowed me to be more positive.  improved my relationship with others by allowing me to not be self focused and pay attention to the other person
9	highly effective	soothing
4	considerably effective	the drug was very effective in helping me to fall asleep, and to get a good night's sleep.
9	highly effective	reduce menopause related issues and improve quality of life.  hot flashes ceased, energy level increased, overall mood and memory retention were impacted in a positive way.
10	considerably effective	i found the treatment was very helpful especially around my menstrual cycle. i use to feel like i could crawl out of my skin two weeks before my period after starting zoloft i notice a considerable difference.i also felt anxious and restless which has subsided with the use of the zoloft.
7	moderately effective	"i didnt know i was suppose to keep taking, so after one month, stop the medication & that's when the rosacea got worse & the eye involvement started.  i had to go to an eye doctor & get eye drops.  my dermatologist started me back on the doxycycline & said i had to take it ""forever""."
10	considerably effective	less sneezing, less nasal congestion, less eye irritation, improved energy, improved sleep at night.
6	moderately effective	to help heal several facial scar revision surgical wounds to heal faster.
7	highly effective	"i am using this on an as needed basis. i only take it a couple times a month, which is why still works for me.  i may have to go to though. if i have been up for 20-25 hours straight and if i am still ""bouncing off the walls"" (manic), then this is great stuff to have.for as needed manic episodes and severe insomnia--this is great stuff."
10	highly effective	i would sell my soul to the devil to obtain this miracle pill.  in a little as 30 minutes the intense pain and nausea are gone after one zomig.  i have had migraines since in my early teens where i was unable to function for as long as 48 hrs.  i have lost jobs, missed family outings and missed many opportunties due to migraine,  zomig changed all of that and allowed me to take the medication and go to work and all the outings that i had missed.  i had a young family when i discovered zomig and it was like a miracle was handed to me.
10	highly effective	as soon as i felt a migraine coming on, i would feel very tired and feel dizzy at first and then the headache would come a little later. as soon as i could feel the headache i would take one tablet and within half an hour to an hour the headache would go and i would feel a lot better but still a little odd, a not quite 'here' feeling
2	ineffective	weight loss right away.  i felt it working in brain right away, but lost the efficacy when i built my tolerance.  my md gave me more and the same thing happened.meds don't cure add 100%, so now i take supplements.
9	highly effective	this drug has changed my life.  i have had severe headaches most of my adult life- imitrex takes the headaches away.  the only downside is that the drug causes me to be a bit drowsy 
9	considerably effective	he was able to go to college and while he still wasn't the greatest student, he managed to get all assignments in on time. he rarely skipped classes. this was not at all true when he was in high school (prior to starting the medication.)
9	highly effective	on zocor my total cholesterol was lowered below 200 and my ldl was lowered below 100. i currently take zocor and could probably reduce the amount i take to if i would dedicate myself to a serious diet and exercise program. i am a nurse and work nights so this is difficult. zocor has kept my cholesterol down and reduced my risk for cardiovascular problems.
10	highly effective	the treatment seemed to help considerably with the generalized brain 'fuzziness', lack of focus, fatigue and irrational mood swings that i had experienced on every other non-zyban supported attempt to quit smoking. the treatment dramatically lessened the effect of nicotine withdrawal, or at least its perception, such that any reflexive craving to smoke was overcome until the habit was finally broken.
8	considerably effective	i was hospitalized in january for suicidal thoughts/attempts. at the time, i had been diagnosed with clinical depression and prescribed antidepressants only. they would induce mania and i was totally out of control, so much so that i pretty much lost all of my friends and went through a divorce. at the hospital, i was diagnosed as bipolar and since taking with effexor, i've had no thoughts of suicide or cutting, which i used to do often.
2	ineffective	essentially there were no identifiable treatment benefits.
10	highly effective	the treatment benefits were to counteract underactive thyroid conditions. specifically, it kept my metabolism from being too slow, which meant that it diminished face swelling, kept my skin and hair from becoming dry, and from me feeling unusually cold and tired.
8	considerably effective	assisted with stopping smoking
8	considerably effective	relief for my nasal clogging and breath normally. works great!
9	considerably effective	this muscle relaxer allowed me to sleep at night and wake up without a stiff neck. i was not in pain any longer at night.
7	considerably effective	i immediately felt my mood swings and irritability disappear and i became a nicer person again overnight. my partner noticed it immediately and i noticed it in myself. i havn't cried at all and  although i don't feel depressed it's more that all my feelings have been numbed! i feel that nothing affects me and that i am better able to cope day to day.
10	highly effective	i started taking 30 mg's of lipitor for one year; the next year i reduced to 20 mg's and have done so well, i am now (and for the past 3 yrs.) on 10 mgs per day. i have no side effects at all from this drug; and have blood workup done yearly.
8	considerably effective	good cognitive enhancer.  i like that the effects come on very subtly and they also go away in the same manner.  i don't like to feel like i need a prescription which has no other (yet) proven benefits in long term cognition, i hope to either find another supplement to do something similar or see some research which shows provigil has many more benefits than it does drawbacks.
10	highly effective	made the condition tolerable so that i could work.  i am highly allergic to poison ivy and it lingers usually for three weeks.  on these drugs i was down to under two weeks and could still work.  totally controlled the weeping.
8	considerably effective	male pattern balding was reversed significantly.
7	highly effective	i felt no pain from the extraction on the vicodin.
6	considerably effective	decrease in acne, and less oil in skin and hair
10	highly effective	the benefits of treatment were a lifting of depression, specifically as it relates to wellbutrin, to elevate the ceiling of emotions. it also had a mildly energizing effect.
10	considerably effective	it relieved symptoms of conjunctivitis including itching  dryness, soreness, buildup of mucus and sensitivity to light.  symptoms seem to clear up quickly and render the patient non infectious after 24 hours of treatment.  it can be given to pregnant women with no adverse effects to the unborn child
7	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were that the skin on my face eventually returned to almost normal.  no more white scaly skin cells, no more red patches and lumps, which i think was inflammation, no more slight soreness, whilst using the cream.
9	considerably effective	my blood pressure levels were controlled quite well.  however,  they spike from time to time,  not dropping until i take another dose.
10	highly effective	in general, i have enjoyed daily happy moods and more energy. i am able to focus on tasks better and can accomplish more each day. mood swings, irritability, and temper outbursts are rare. i have gone from below-average to above-average coping skills. feelings of worthlessness and suicidal thoughts no longer occur.
3	considerably effective	the drug really did help the inflammation of the lungs and cut down on the cough.
10	highly effective	my skin looked much better and my pores became much smaller. many people remarked that i had a much smoother look. also kept wrinkles from forming.
1	ineffective	it was to be for a sinus infection which was not able to be documented due to the immediate reaction to the drug. it is normally prescribed for its antibiotic effect on the respiratory system.
4	moderately effective	relieved pain, helped me fall asleep
1	ineffective	none since could not continue treatment & diagnosis was made from routine, post-menopausal bone-density test (i was not having symptoms).
1	ineffective	i gave up the drug within one week and dint expect any benefit within such a short time period
9	highly effective	excellent birth control
1	highly effective	i didnt get pregnant, because at the time, i didnt want to have another baby.
9	considerably effective	there were excellent benefits including the reduction of extreme burning sensation in the stomach, throat and mouth. also a reduction in bloating of the stomach and cramps. i was also able to eat a more varied diet without the awful symptoms of burning and indigestion which normally accompany the acid reflux.
8	considerably effective	my skin definitely looks smoother and firmer than it actually did when i was 38 and started on the retin a.
1	ineffective	none
8	considerably effective	used for weight management and food intake control.  it is also supposed to give energy.  it definitely worked for cutting my appetite as long as i took it twice a day.  if i took it once a day at about 8 am i would feel hungry at about 5pm.  if i took it twice a day 8 am 10am i could make it to bedtime without being hungry.
2	highly effective	the medication was effective at preventing pregnancy
7	considerably effective	the benefits are less depression and better mood. it took about two weeks until i started to feel better but now i feel i may need something a bit stronger as i feel i am too used to taking this medication. i plan to ask for a higher dosage or different medication.
10	highly effective	i am going through menopause, up every 20 min. hot fashes/cold flashes  no sleep at all. moody. ( may be from lack of sleep). all day working one min hot next minute cold. i started the prempro it took about  2-3 weeks but now i sleep through the night no hot flash, no coldness and not night/day sweating. my mood has improved  i did go off it  for 3 months and all the systems came back. i went on it and i will not go off it again. it really did make a difference for me.
9	highly effective	dermatologist suggested trial of trimethoprim 2x per daily, once morning and once in the evening. diminished acne resulted within the first month and more significantly for the following months. after 1 year, patient reduced to taking pill once per day.
8	considerably effective	after the first day on this drug, my ear pain was gone.  sinuses cleared soon thereafter.
3	marginally effective	lessened depression
9	highly effective	the joint pain becomes considerably less within 24 hours of the shot.  i have more energy and almost no more nausea.
1	ineffective	the benefits were not good, and this drug was very expensive and was not effective at all for the problem i was experiencing.  at the time when i was experiencing complications from the implants, i truly believed that my doctor did not prescribed the drug in time.  the literature i read on this drug claims that it is more likely to work if used early in the treatment of capsular contracture.
8	considerably effective	reduced prostate pain.
4	moderately effective	it reduced some of the side effects of depression such as insomnia, frequent crying and feelings of hopeless.
10	highly effective	my eyelashes grew extremely long.
7	highly effective	weight loss 2 stone
9	highly effective	reduce pain levels and resume daily life without interference from pain. reduce pain in order to proceed with physical therapy.
5	considerably effective	the tetracycline helped to reduce acne lesions.
8	considerably effective	lexapro seemed to work well for me.  i suffered from panic attacks in the past and the lexapro definitely helped with these.  the lexapro also assisted with symptoms of depression.
10	highly effective	did not wake up in the middle of the night, highly improved quality of sleep, and improved body relaxation.  was able to stop using alcohol to stay asleep.
3	highly effective	never got pregnant
8	considerably effective	"significant reduction in feelings of anxiety, angry feelings, and social anxiety. normalizing of affect, increased ability to focus on tasks and to cope with minor stressors. i felt a sort of reorganization of my thought processes, no longer brooded interminably about minor failings or ineffective social interactions or the presumed opinions of others about my worth. no longer hypervigilant about social cues. ""so this is what it's like to be normal!"""
7	considerably effective	checking myself considerably less, calm my mood swings, helped me think alot clearer,
10	highly effective	i started using retin a about 20 years ago in my late 20's to ward off wrinkles.but even at .05% it was irritating and my skin would be fine one day and be peeling like a snake the next. when retin a micro came out, my dermatologist recommended it. it has worked much better with very little irritation. i use it nightly as the sun is supposed to render it inactive.i am 46 and with botox have no wrinkles and little sagging
10	highly effective	my total cholesterol was lowered from 237 to 165 in 4 weeks. my hdl (good cholesterol) numbers were up and the (bad cholesterol) went down. my triglycerides were lowered as well.
10	highly effective	i have had stomach troubles my entire life. when i was pregnant they were unbearable.  i could never take the pill because of nausea. i noticed that when i was 45 the nausea was associated with my cycle, becoming most intense just prior to my period.  my gastroenterologist prescribed nexium, which i took for a year, maximum dosage, daily and then tapered off. then the other symptoms above emerged. when i started with the progesterone all these symptoms subsided significantly and i rarely ever have stomach problems now.
6	moderately effective	always prescribed together with topical antibiotics such as   quite effective in curing acne, but takes months and situation gets worse in the first week to month.
7	considerably effective	the runny nose would stop about 30 minutes after i used flonase, but would return again within hours after taking the medication. it definitely cleared my sinuses, but sometimes left my nose feeling dry. probably better as a sinus clearer than at alleviating all allergy symptoms.
8	considerably effective	allegra minimized the allergy symptoms without the side effect of drowsiness that is typical of over-the-counter allergy medications such as   after taking the drug, congestion is greatly reduced and the constant sneezing stops.  however, allegra is not very effective for itchy, dry eyes, which continues to be a problem during peak allergy season.
10	highly effective	lower blood presure,ability to exercise for a longer period of time with out chet pain, same activity while on coreg results in an average reduced heart rate of 20 beats per min.when off the drug exercise tolerance was greatly diminished resulting in angina
8	highly effective	cleared up the sinus infection quickly, felt effects almost immediately (less pressure, less pain, less pus being expelled)
10	highly effective	it cleared up my skin not just from acne, but also from hyperpigmentation
8	highly effective	dapsone treated the intensely itchy skin condition quickly and efficiently.  a gluten free diet alone did not relieve this condition.
8	considerably effective	before armour i was taking synthroid, and had huge weight gain, depression, mood swings, etc. after switching to armour my brain cleared, i had less problem with at least keeping my weight on the same level, no muscle cramps anymore
10	considerably effective	my skin is clear and people have complimented me on the appearance of my complexion.  my rosacea is under control, my hyperpigmentation is fading
10	highly effective	completely cleared up the condition. without using messy creams, or powders.  prevented it from spreading to other body parts.
8	considerably effective	"the drug worked on reducing/eliminating my situational feelings of depression.  initially, it increased my energy and focus, and stopped the feelings of sadness.  it did not make me feel like a ""zombie"" and i felt connected to my emotions and the people around me, which i had heard was a side effect of other anti-depressants."
7	considerably effective	i switched from diane 35, a birth control pills recommended specifically for acne and was very worried that the nuva ring would cause an acne flair up, as switching from diane to yasmine had. fortunately my skin stayed just as clear and as a plus no more taking pills nightly
6	highly effective	cleared up pneumonia infection.
9	highly effective	eliminated my pain which allowed me to function at an almost normal level. i was mostly bedridden prior to treatment
8	considerably effective	eased depression , helped sleep by submitting an online review, you agree that all information contained in your review is original and accurate, and that the submission of such content by you and the posting of such content by com do not and will not violate the rights of any third party. you also agree that all submitted reviews and copyright thereof become the sole property
9	considerably effective	well, the main treatment benefit was that it did help me go to sleep faster, even better than the melatonin that i was taking before i went to bed. another benefit of taking this prescription drug was that it helped me with my anxiety. i have considerably much less anxiety than i did before taking this.
5	considerably effective	increased productivity, ability to stay awake during the day.
1	highly effective	first couple week felt great swelling down no pain full of energy wanted to go jogging
3	considerably effective	it stopped running nose and sneezing.
9	highly effective	got relived from migraine , nausea, head in 30 is oral tablet available in both and dosages
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	i must have tried 15 different blood pressure meds over the last 7 years.  none of them worked.  i was on  but the insurance no longer covered it.  so my dr. switched me to losartan.  wow, what a difference.  i now have perfectly normal blood pressure.
10	highly effective	allowed me to focus on the tasks at hand, run a business and get things accomplished
10	highly effective	i have trouble sleeping -- i usually toss and turn all night, sleep a couple of hours and wake up.  normally, i never get a complete night's rest.  after my doctor prescribed lunesta, it was the first time in a very long time, that i was able to sleep from the time i laid my head on the pillow until my alarm sounded in the morning.
10	highly effective	i am able to fall asleep within the 30 minutes of taking the drug. the drug helps with anxiety so i worry less while waiting to fall asleep.  i usually wakeup only once to use the bathroom compared to 2-3 times when i didnt have the drug. i wake up refreshed and it cheap too.
5	highly effective	no nausea, less vomiting.  able to get through work and school feeling better
7	moderately effective	insomnia
8	considerably effective	it took the edge off of my stress and anxiety level and helped me feel more present and even-keeled.  i started taking it during a difficult period and it helped lighten my mood.  i did not feel like i was numbed or that i was unable to feel highs and lows.
8	considerably effective	generally effective in stabilizing mood fluctuations and controlling obsessive thought patterns, mild anti-depressive effect
9	considerably effective	aromasin's treatment benefits are unknown.  i have not had a reoccurrence of breast cancer while on the drug, though unsure we can attribute that with the drug treatment itself.  perhaps there are other positive health-related items coming into play, such as exercise and eating habits.  not aware of any side effects or adverse reactions.  drug is very expensive, however.
6	moderately effective	"resolve my itchiness and redness at both joints of my arms and the ""circular"" itchiness spots went away couple days after application"
6	considerably effective	reduced pain, helped with sleep
3	moderately effective	eliminate yeast infection
7	considerably effective	i had very bad lower back pain with spasms and considerable swelling on my left side, to the extend that when standing, i was leaning to my right.  took care of most of the pain and much of the swelling.
8	highly effective	completely ceased all anxiety, and i am now able to participate and enjoy life fully.
7	highly effective	depression greatly reduced, anxiety lessened.
9	highly effective	short term relief from breathing problems. especially beneficial when patient was experiencing other health issue like cold or flu
10	highly effective	enabled me to quit smoking, i think it works well, and even better combined with zyban/bupropion
6	highly effective	it worked but then i became addicted to methadone so basically it just traded one addiction for another. i don't take as many a day as i did pain pills because methadone is long lasting so i guess it did help me.
2	highly effective	60ml of prednisone saved my cornea transplant.saved me from having to have another surgery on an already traumatized eye.
9	highly effective	 has greatly improved my mood and the way i look at the day .i am able to concentrate and finish a job. i am also in a much better mood than when just on the antidepressant. i am less  prone to get angry ,irritated ,impatient and to ""fly of the handle"".i take it after lunch and it keeps me going till at least 8 pm. i accomplish alot more in a day. and best of all feel good about myself does not give you that dropped feeling when it is wearing off."
1	marginally effective	none
6	moderately effective	to tell the truth, i did not benefit very much from this medication, even though i was taking maximum doses, the pain remained almost the same with or without medication. maybe some people are more responsive to these kind of treatment, unfortunately not in my case.
8	moderately effective	lowers blood pressure and helps prevent strokes. helps the patient to function without the tingling, headaches, and chest pain that comes from having blood pressure too high.
3	moderately effective	loss of depression, reprieve from ptsd symptoms
8	considerably effective	decreased blood glucose levels. decreased appetite  less cravings for carbohydrates.
9	highly effective	i began taking this medication during a very unstable period in my life and when i had been rapid cycling and experiencing mixed states, and over a 2 yr period it greatly helped increase my self-worth and overall stability. it helped me to get control of my life and avoid the severe depressions i was prone to, as well as putting a cap on my manias. i still felt mild highs or maybe natural euphoria but they are not manic-y and crazy. i even started being able to get sleepy at a normal hour and wake up in the morning. while on the medication i feel much clearer in general in my thoughts, so if i still feel down or up i am more confident in my ability to manage it. i feel like i am not overly leveled out and blah like i felt with depakote, more like i avoid the worst and can be in control.
8	considerably effective	pain, (which was not controlled by acetaminophen w/codeine #3), was reduced to a manageable state with 
2	considerably effective	less depression/anxiety
7	considerably effective	the ointment kept the symptoms of the dermatitis(i.e. itching, scaling and cracking) to a minimum.  as long as the treatment was part of my daily regiment it was very effective.
4	considerably effective	the paxil relieved my anxiety and mild panic attacks at first. after time my doctor needed to increase the dose to get the same effect.
8	highly effective	regular use of retin a cleared my acne dramatically. initially, i experienced and increase in the presence of acne pimples and moderate redness and irritation. this lasted for a couple of weeks as my skin adjusted to the medication. within about six weeks, i would guess my skin was 75% clearer. over the past twelve years, i have experienced only rare pimples which resolved quickly with little or no discoloration. one important note: do not scrub the face with washcloths or any other abrasive products, and use plenty of moisturizer. scrubbing makes the irritation and pimples worse.
10	highly effective	total recuperation from a long battle with acid reflux and stomach pains.
9	highly effective	alleviated my despair, gave me back some control of my emotions and motivated me to work harder at managing my depression and get out of the house.
1	ineffective	this was recommended to me instead of   supposedly it was a better solution for my indigestion.  instead it was a disaster.
10	considerably effective	the benefit was a reduction the fatigue that i was feeling on a daily basis.
8	moderately effective	after weeks of use, i did see a considerable decrease in pimples on my face.  being in my 40's, i saw a benefit in my skin tone also.
7	highly effective	my headaches were less frequent, less severe, my pmdd symptoms decreased drastically.
3	ineffective	i could not observe any benefits: my blackheads remained as they were, and acne remained. probably my problem was not severe enough to see the results, however, due to no observed change i stopped using it.
6	highly effective	the pain was greatly diminished and i was able to live my life in relative comfort.
8	considerably effective	better sleep, less raciness
8	considerably effective	started taking this drug in 2002 due to a high tsh reading, asymptomatic. took it for 8 years raising my dose after about from 50 mcg mcg. six months ago i developed panic attacks anxiety,gastric issues,dizziness very suddenly with a sudden drop in my tsh from a steady 1.8-2.0 to as low as .20.  continued to take the but dropped dosage back to and hope to become asymptomatic shortly. take xanax for the panic attacks as needed. am hoping to perhaps supplement the t4 with t3 or something for the depression.
10	highly effective	i used to have at least 3 herpes outbreaks in the course of a year. these would interfere with personal time with my spouse, backpacking trips, day to day comfort.  in the time i have taken valtrex i have not had one outbreak, and don't have to think about it any longer.
7	moderately effective	i felt relaxed, could sleep, good drug to be lazy on. if i felt panicky and wanted to relax i could. i don't have alot of benefits to say because i think the outweighs the good side effects to me!
8	highly effective	patient took this drug to help with concentration and focus problems occurring in a classroom environment with many distractions.
10	highly effective	completely stopped hot flashes and night sweats. (i think there was also some mild improvement in skin thickness as well but it certainly did not end cellulite!)
7	highly effective	"it took the ""edge"" off the pain, for sure.  without the medication i don't know how i could have put up with it."
9	considerably effective	less pain in joints and back. was able to do activities with my daughter  again. i stopped taking it for about 6 weeks and noticed a significant increase in pain. when i resumed taking it and symptoms faded.
10	highly effective	the benefits of taking all these asthma medications is that i have been pretty much symptom free.  the has been particularly helpful in preventing flareups of my symptoms which has greatly reduced the need for my albuterol.  the benefits of taking the is that i have only had one seizure episode since i began treatment in 2006.  the episode lasted only seconds.
7	highly effective	noticeably lowered blood pressure and stress level when taken.  if the patient missed a dose, he became more easily agitated.  when the lipitor was administered, agitation would subside within 1/2 an hour.  the patient has a family history of hypertension, heart disease and sleep apnea.  therefore, controlling hypertension is a major concern for this patient and may actually save his life.
9	highly effective	regained hair growth. minoxidil first increased hair loss (normal during the first weeks of using). new hair started to grow after around seven months. i have not regained my normal hair growth  the hairs itself have a slightly larger diameter and are bit more curled.
7	highly effective	it started working immediately which was wonderful.  my energy level increased, i was more interested in going out rather than hiding in my house.  i've increased to 2x's a day.  i've lost approximately 25 pounds but i think that's because of an interaction from the concerta & lamotrigine.
9	considerably effective	until 10 days ago never took an anti-depressant, gp encouraged me due to my fatigue, low mood, agitation and within 4-5 days i found myself much more laid back and smiling at people more, usually because something is said and i see a funny side to it.  i know it ism supposed to take 6 weeks to work but i am changed or else back to myself.  my husband is pleased as i have stopped shouting at him at the least thing.  i have more energy and much more optimistic
10	highly effective	loss of stiffness and more mobility.  after a heavy weight workout, taking relieved the stiffness and inflammation around lower back.  next day mobility and flexibility was much greater, and less pain.
6	marginally effective	the treatment benefits for renova are more skin clarity.  also, i believe the freckles on ;my face are fading quite a bit.  the fine lines did not really get any better. my skin is not really that different to notice real changes
1	considerably effective	i had clear clear skin. my skin was so acne free it looked like a photo shop picture. but that is the only positive to this birth control
10	highly effective	stopped hair loss, restored skin tone, normalized body fat/lean ratio, restored energy, restored normal sleep pattern and quality (had been waking feeling groggy, never felt rested)
10	highly effective	i have had excellent results with the drug.  i no longer have a negative or indifferent attitude towards life.  i am generally content and am capable of enjoyment.  i am still capable of feeling appropriate negative emotions but don't get stuck in them.
9	highly effective	reduced symptoms of seasonal allergies.
10	highly effective	i dont have days that seem so dark that there is no hope for the future any more. if i am up set about something i can still function and not spend time hibernating and not functioning. i sleep regularly where before i had nights where i would not get any sleep at all. activities are more enjoyable. i enjoy life more.
3	marginally effective	my mood swings lessened, only benefit
8	highly effective	less hirsutism, reduction in acne, reduction in oily skin and oily hair
10	highly effective	lower top/bottom reading numbers. i really don't understand the readings but initially they were like 140/90. now they read 120/70.
10	highly effective	imitrex has been a godsend.  after years of suffering pain and interruption of life due to migraines, just one little pill, either at the onset of pain or even when migraine is full-blown and pain is relieved within 30 minutes.
10	highly effective	it effectively treated my maxillary sinus infection.  no more smelly nasal discharge and i could see the result within the first day of taking this drug.
8	considerably effective	stopped the constant racing thoughts at night.  finally could get some decent sleep.  before i'd lay in bed for hours on end thinking and thinking over and over until i was nuts.  now am able to sleep an entire night through with less paranoia to boot...
8	considerably effective	reduced time to heal after an acne outbreak
10	highly effective	xanax is extremely effective and works very quickly.i have also noticed that some days i might not need it at all.i neither smoke nor drink alcohol so do not consider myself an addictive personality.just need some extra coping skills for highly stressful emotional domestic situations
8	considerably effective	byetta will raise insulin production in the presence of increased blood glucose only, and do so gradually. it reduced my post readings substantially, and also (when taken at least 30-60 minutes before meals) slowed gastric emptying, allowing me to feel full quicker and eat less.
7	considerably effective	i had swelling and pain in my knee from and in my ankle from tendinitis and it took down the swelling
8	considerably effective	moderate relief from headache. sometimes complete relief from the headache where i can continue on without a headache for several hours.
9	highly effective	my name is nick gikas- i considered myself a bit of a playboy until i caught a dose off a 54 year old pre-op tranny hooker-$250 not well spent. however, after seeing my local friendly doc and spending considerable time in hospital, this stuff cleared up mr tiny in no time. however, my arse is still in tatters and i've had to downscale from to cucumbers in my spare time.
10	highly effective	blood pressure in check just have to visit the doctor once a year blood pressure now is 80/130
10	highly effective	fell asleep within 20 mins of taking the drug; sound sleep all night long; no hangover effect the next day.
8	highly effective	required only one application per month, rather than having to take a pill everyday. was also a lower dosage than the pill, which seems better. because it is not ingested there was no nausea.
7	considerably effective	depression lessened considerably after 6-8 weeks.  anxiety & depression not totally eliminated, but after initial 6-8 weeks of treatment patient was better able to deal with depressive thoughts and worry.  allows patient to live a functionally normal life.
8	considerably effective	i was able to reduce my dependence on verapamil down to 240 mg. when i added the diovan
5	moderately effective	reduces the symptoms of pseudomonas chest infection for a few weeks, especially the 
9	highly effective	lower blood pressure
9	highly effective	i felt immediate relief within 24 hrs - 2 tablets
2	highly effective	cleared sinusitis very quickly. ended a hacking cough after about a day as well.
8	considerably effective	improved sleep, reduced night sweats.  i was experiencing extremely severe insomnia as a result of hormonal fluctuations.  i was down to about 2-4 hours of sleep a night and had tried many approaches, including meditation, herbal supplements, etc.
10	highly effective	i lost the first time i took it in only 2 months and kept it off for 1 year. i gained back after that. im taking it again now and loose back down to my normal weight, stop taking it and gain all the weight back plus some. i've done this three times now even with an extensive workout routine and very healthy eating habits.
10	considerably effective	this regimen eliminated, for the most part, the pain, stiffness, and exhaustion experienced with rheumatoid arthritis.
5	considerably effective	reflux under control
7	considerably effective	my staph infection on my neck and legs started to clear up pretty quickly... within the 2nd day i noticed a huge difference.
5	considerably effective	there was no more back pain so i felt relaxed. tramadol also cleared migraines quickly.
10	considerably effective	the pimples become dry. at first there was formation of new pimples, but then pimples started gradually go away; overall the skin started looking healthier and cleaner.
1	ineffective	no benefits, did not help the initial problem of the sinus infection
1	ineffective	none im still taking it until the bottle runs out (like 3 more months) but im not optimistic. my dermatologist said toe nail fungus is really hard to treat. i have it on my big toe and it's not pretty. i tried homemade remedies first-white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide and vicks vapo rub (which didnt work either but i swear better than both of the medications) the i tried gel for 3 months and now the paint-on generic.
9	considerably effective	drug offers reliable pain relief with little negative side affects. pain in neck, left shoulder, arm and hand.  numbness in hand and fingers. did not experience any nausea, dizziness.
7	considerably effective	reduced blood pressure and less water retention in legs and ankles
8	considerably effective	the drug got rid of the acne but the problem reoccurred a year later
10	highly effective	premarin had a positive effect on my moods, my skin was less dry and wrinkled and my weight gain distribution around my stomach decreased. in addition, my overall weight loss increased with proper diet and exercise. prior to increased premarin, this was not attainable.
8	considerably effective	"when i was taking the medication it did lower my cholesterol. i cannot recall my exact cholesterol levels but they were high because at 30 years old my dr prescribed lipitor. when my dr. my cholesterol levels he was impressed. lipitor worked wonderfully and i was out of ""dangerous"" cholesterol levels."
9	highly effective	stopped the body's reaction to anxiety attacks
10	highly effective	stomach did not hurt any more. no more reflux in the middle of the night.i did not have to take it with any regard to food. the once a day dose mad it easy,did not have to take doses with me to work.
9	highly effective	worked very well to relieve depression and anxiety.  left me feeling overall much calmer and more content.  little things just wouldn't bother me anymore.  i stopped caring about things that used to upset me.
9	highly effective	after 4 to 5 days on the medication, claritin greatly reduces itchiness, sneezing, scratchy throat associated with seasonal allergies
1	ineffective	none
8	highly effective	been using retin-a for 9 yrs but had to start adding due to resent cystic acne around my chin area, i noticed within a few days my skin has been glowing and my pores are much smaller. its cleared up 80% of my acne and still seeing improvement
7	considerably effective	the burning in the legs are now tolerable.
6	moderately effective	doryx taken to eliminate bateria that causes acne
1	ineffective	i was led to believe my bone density would improve with this drug and it would only need to be administered once a week.
10	highly effective	i have had asthma for years and take albuterol.  i heard about this new inhaler from a physician at work. he stated that it was a more pure form of the drug.  at the time he stated it was expensive to get. at the same time we were finding out that albuterol was being discontinued.  the replacement had a horrible taste to it. my son who has severe asthma was even refusing to take the new inhaler  i asked my physician for it specifically at my next visit. he did not hesitate to provide me the prescription.  my insurance company doesnt pay much of anything so i worried they would not cover it and they did.  i was very happy that it worked so well with no funny taste.
1	considerably effective	they helped to reduce headaches that i had been suffering over a period of over 2 years
4	moderately effective	it somewhat relieved my heartburn for a few days.
3	marginally effective	to start with a numbness to the pain then my life was turned upside down.
9	highly effective	eliminates stuffiness.  best when applied after one dosage of over the counter (afrin ) or similar.
10	highly effective	acne healed quickly with no other adverse reactions to the drug.
10	highly effective	immediately controled palpitations associated with mild to moderate mitral valve regurtitation
4	ineffective	it gave a little response but once we stop applying the spots appear again so it is frustrating to keep on applying.it is not a cure but just a satisfaction.
1	ineffective	none!
8	highly effective	when taking the accutane i noticed a decrease in the amount of acne i had on my face over the course of the treatment.
10	highly effective	the combination of lamictal and effexor eliminated severe mood swings betweens hypomania and depression, and made my depression manageable.
1	ineffective	i was excited to have only 4 periods per year, but i never got that far, as i quit taking it after six days because of severe depression, crankiness, fatigue, uncontrollable hunger  water retention and weight gain.
6	marginally effective	will see with time photo damage reduction.  sun exposure ++ growing up in south africa so fine lines and facial scar due to dog bite.  i have some medical training so am interested to see if any skin improvement
3	marginally effective	i found that i actually felt worse rather than better, the only benefit was that with  i could sleep at night which i couldnt do earlier. i never really felt rested though. i am not sure if the combination of these 3 drugs caused my anxiety to become worse. venlafaxine was supposed to help my depression but i found it totally ineffective. i am wondering if i get a higher dose will it help but i am afraid it might make it worse . would love to go off all of these medicines as i feel the side effects are worse than the depression
10	highly effective	"i had my first migraine at age 10 and suffered for almost 60 years. then imitrex--a miracle!  imitrex, finally, gave me my life back. as i get older and am now retired (72) and have less stress, i use the stat dose once or never during the year. the tablet usually returns me to normal within an hour. a ""generic"" has become available but is less imitrex and more  an anti-inflammatory,  which is cheaper for the manufacturer but not good long-term for the patient. my doctor is keeping me on the brand name. however, humana has dropped imitrex coverage, not wanting to pay the high cost, which never gets lower as the manufacturer wont release the patent.  now im worried, having to pay the entire cost myself, which is impossible.  it's a horrible dilemma.  i can't pay for it and they wont   what now?"
7	considerably effective	i had swelling and pain in my knee from and in my ankle from tendinitis and it took down the swelling
1	highly effective	did not get pregnant, regular periods.
2	marginally effective	occasionally, acne would subside slightly.
7	highly effective	i have found the product to be the only thing to work for autoimmune ulcerative colitis     i was diagnosed with uc at age 43 after extensive testing.   tried several other products and supplements to keep uc in remission but none have been effective.  the price is very expensive and is out of the reach of those without insurance cost is in the price range of $900 per months.   the company that makes the drug does offer programs for the non insured to receive at very substantial discounts or at no cost
8	highly effective	i noticed an improvement in my thinking within 3 days.  i began to think more positive and objective.  i also began to sleep much better, to much for quite a while.  after a couple weeks, i was not nearly as depressed and it kept getting better.
6	moderately effective	the sulfur drug helped reduce abdominal inflammation and reduced pain felt with crohn's flare ups.
9	highly effective	i am 28 and had acne like a 16 year old the day before the prom. it was horrible and embarrassing. this was an experiment. we had no idea if it would even work. we started at twice daily and then went to the when there were no results. my face is flawless now. i am also sleeping better which i don't think is a coincidence.
7	considerably effective	patient was in second year of law school when began taking lexapro; anxiety lessened as did depression, however didnt improve motivation to study.
4	marginally effective	it kept me at a low-functioning level (work and occassional activities), which was an improvement for me.  it kept me functioning due to decreased depression.  i had taken it for a few years on and off before finally switching to another drug two days ago due to the drug becoming no longer effective.  when i was younger and the drug was new to me it was much more effective.
10	highly effective	benefits were i was able to stay awake during the day. and now that i have esophageal cancer i strongly believe is a big help with the side effects of treatments.
2	moderately effective	more mellow mood. just taking wellbutrin alone wasn't enough. i am a mild bipolar and needed something to balance out my moods. i have both depression and anxiety. and do not sleep well. that's why i was on ambien, too.
3	moderately effective	the drug was very effective at first at getting me out of depression.  however it lost effectiveness over time and the side effects became worse over time.
1	moderately effective	some reduction of pain
10	highly effective	i had severe anxiety attacks and once they would start it was very difficult to decrease their intensity.  my heart beat got as high as on two occasions.  i found the  xanax pills to be very strong so i only would take 1/4 of a pill, which was enough to stop the attack or prevent one if i felt one coming on.
8	considerably effective	metrogel 1% significantly improved the redness on my cheeks, nose and chin within 3 weeks of use and reduced breakouts of papules due to rosacea triggers.  it was easy to use with no drug interactions.
9	considerably effective	the tremor is most noticable in my hands, with fatigue my head also becomes tremulous. inderal is the most effective medication i have taken to control the tremor. benzodiazepines were tried early on and were ineffective.
7	highly effective	since starting the plavix and other meds, i have had no strokes.
1	ineffective	none/ had to many painful side effects.
10	highly effective	practically pain-free. a flare-up i sometimes take a 50 mm pill in order to get more short term relief as opposed to the extended release pill.
3	ineffective	the treatment did not affect the level of joint pain that i experienced, nor did it improve joint stiffness. i cannot comment on it's effect on inflammation as my inflammation tends not to be visible anyway. <i this may be the reason that naproxen did not benefit me</i
8	considerably effective	well... what can i say? during the treatment i mentioned a considerable pressure decrease, and for sure it was a notable blood sugar decrease. i would recommend this drug to everybody with sugar diabetes type ii.adherence to a diabetic diet is an important aspect of controlling elevated blood sugar in patients with diabetes. the american diabetes association (ada) has provided guidelines for a diabetic diet. the ada diet is a balanced, nutritious diet that is low in fat, cholesterol, and simple sugars. the total daily calories are evenly divided into three meals. in the past two years, the ada has lifted the absolute ban on simple sugars. small amounts of simple sugars are allowed when consumed with a complex meal. for more, please read the diabetic diet article.
10	highly effective	cleared up ulcerative colitis and have not had relapse since. i was diagnosed with this illness when i was 18. i loathed the investigations so much that i only kept appointments til i was about 21. i stopped taking the when i was about 22. i had occasional problems but nothing that didnt clear itself up. i went on to have 3 healthy children. however in 2001 the prob came back with a vengeance and i needed surgery and was very ill - it would have helped if the medical profession had taken some interest in me and t simply told mw i was tressed and to go away. private consultations finally meant that i was referred to a consultant and had the surgery
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	my son came home from college with the flu. student health gave him a pack of tamiflu and he felt better within 24 hours. when i started feeling sick 3 days later, i called my dr and ask for tamiflu. i felt almost back to norma i within 24 hours.
1	considerably effective	none noted- moderate pain relief of arthritis
8	highly effective	easy prevention of pregnancy.
9	considerably effective	this medicine improved irritable bowel symptoms of cramping and constipation. no diarrhea was present before or during course of medicine.
10	highly effective	stabilized mood, allowed for clearer thinking, improved sleep pattern, felt less anxious, made world look bright again.
6	marginally effective	the treatment benefits were marginal at best.  mood neither improved nor deteriorated, and anxiety was never significantly alleviated.  unsurprisingly, recent research suggests that ssris are only effective in the most severe of cases.
9	highly effective	prevented pregnancy, helped clear mild skin breakouts, keeps the menstrual cycle on a specific schedule, can alter cycle by having doctor let you know how to change your intake pattern for the pills.
6	highly effective	immediately stopped getting acne.
9	highly effective	the hair on the crown of the head significantly and visually filled in to the state it was 5 years earlier and has maintained this growth since.
8	highly effective	it greatly reduced the pain in the lower back and upper thigh muscles.it reduced the amount of spasms i was having in my lower back. i could not function as well if i did not take it.
5	moderately effective	less acne, brown spots somewhat faded
5	highly effective	imitrex was the miracle drug for me at first. suffered with migraines since the age of 7 and never got relief except through er shot of stadol/phenergen starting at age 27. so when doc gave me imitrex shot the first time i thought i found my miracle. it does get rid of the pain completely. i have no complaint about that.i used to only get migraines once or twice a month.
8	highly effective	the furrows (lines above my eyes) on forehead disappeared  they started reappearing after about three months. i looked younger. i also didnt look look like i was frowning all of the time.
10	highly effective	allowed me to function rather than having to spend 2-3 days in bed
9	considerably effective	more energy, clearer mind, no depression.
10	highly effective	sustained focus, improvement in attention span and greater achievement of daily tasks.  easy to take, just one pill a day!
8	considerably effective	well, i started on about five days to a week ago. i felt a calm feeling and also it kind of helped my anxiety. it helped my headaches a lot.
9	considerably effective	decreased anxiety
1	ineffective	there were no treatment benefits only bad side effects such as terrible nightmares, hyperventilating
10	highly effective	control of panic attacks that interrupted daily activity. treatment of sudden increased anxiety, tachycardia, shortness of breathe, due to stress, general anxiety disorder.
10	highly effective	i began using patches shortly after my hysterectomy five and one-half years ago. i have more stability in my moods w/ better emotional control. i have fewer episodes of irritability and feel more calm and collected. i don't experience any of the physical symptoms of menopause like, hot flashes.
10	highly effective	climara patch almost completely stopped the severe hot flashes and severe vaginal dryness. it also has improved skin tone and elasticity, moderated mood, improved sleep (by decreasing hot flash frequency). the side-effect of pain in liver area from estradiol by mouth has gone away using a dermal patch.
9	highly effective	general anti aging effects on the face. decrease in current facial lines and wrinkles and prevention of formation of new lines and wrinkles.
8	considerably effective	neurontin coupled with a stimulant such as caffeine gave me a warm sense of well being and evenness.  however, the drug acted merely as a novocaine to numb my depression and did nothing to help correct my brain chemistry.  that said, it was an effective enough band-aid that i suffered the sexual side effects in order to take it as prescribed.
9	moderately effective	it is supposed to lower the risk of breast cancer.  there was another abnormal mammogram & biopsy two years after starting it, but the biopsy was less abnormal. so no cancer is a benefit. there was no improvement in bone density.
8	considerably effective	initially made it easier physically to stop smoking however still craving but know that smoking will not give me the same feeling or be as enjoyable due to the blocking of the nicotine receptors being blocked by the drug, so have not smoked.
5	moderately effective	reduced hot flashes; reduced heart palpitations
8	considerably effective	i took this medication to treat restless leg syndrome and it was very effective. it made me drowsy at first, but once i took it for a few weeks, it just made my legs stay still so i could sleep.  i was told it is the same medication prescribed for parkinsons patients, but at a much lower dose.  i did need to take a but more as time went on, but it was still effective.  unfortunately, i had to stop taking it when i got pregnant, since it is a category c medication.
8	considerably effective	helped my anxiety, and overall mood.  i feel like i am less anxious and more calm.  i feel that my moods are more even.  i don't know what the long term effects are of taking this medication, though, and worry that i may get a stomach ulcer since i take over the counter pain relievers.
5	highly effective	in a very short amount of time all of my anxiety was gone which was worth the side effects. my depression decreased as well.
10	highly effective	i've suffered with pain for 11 years now.  i was on for those 11 years.  i was getting 120 filled every 15 days.  they would kind of knock the edge off my body pain but i had a constant headache.  my dr. recently prescribed me tramadol.
10	highly effective	would bring down anxiety levels from an point to a manageable level on most occasions. sometimes it could literally make the difference between being able to leave the house or not. provided tremendous relief from the physical, mental and emotional symptoms of anxiety.worked very well as a sleep aid. seldom experienced middle of the night waking.
5	moderately effective	reduced asthma
7	considerably effective	it was iv push; it was  common to parents; it was accessible; dosage for pediatrics was easy to calculate. treated pts itching, swelling and hives.
7	considerably effective	the aided in my recovery from cervical disc surgery.  it eased muscle spasms and tightness in my neck, chest and arm.
8	considerably effective	acne , oily skin and post inflamation hyperpigmentation.i know retinoid make skin younger and anti aging if i use every.afer i used 6 weeks.my oily skin is decrease.my acne is better.scar and are resolve.skin more smooth.hyperpigmentation is decrease.
9	moderately effective	i was having difficulty controlling my temper, having loss of motivation, anxiety.  this helped to take the edge off so that i could function without the extreme mood swings.
8	moderately effective	i need to take this medication a few nights in a row which seems to get my sleep cycle back in sync.  after a few nights of sound sleep i can fall asleep quickly without the need for medication.  my mind is able to stop its endless racing/
3	marginally effective	the yeast stopped coming out in chunks, but was more watery like... still yeast tho so i wasn't pleased...
10	highly effective	definite lowering of pain levels. very gently, not like a pain pill. several times i got off it, and about 48 hours later was in severe pain.
9	considerably effective	patient was able to regain appropriate focus, improved ability in school.  patient reported better communication skills with family and friends.
3	marginally effective	i really did not experience any benefits.
10	highly effective	cured the hyperemesis i was suffering completely with no noticeable side effects.
10	considerably effective	less feeling of twirling...and more able to focus, and less distractibility more able to complete tasks and not flit from thing to thing
8	highly effective	meridia helps me stick to my diet without thinking about food all of the time.  it seems that this happens in two ways; first, i do feel full most of the time, even though i feel some low blood sugar weakness that comes with weight loss.  the other part is that i just don't seem to care as much about eating, feeling weak, full, ect.  this is a nice mental shift which makes my weight loss plan feel like natural, like a life style change.  i just don't care about food that much and am able to think about other things.  also, i have noticed that i when i am tempted to snack, i am able to see that i am usually emotionally stressed about something, so it is easier to think of another way to deal with my emotions and anxiety.  it is not a miracle drug.  i still have to stick to my plan and focus on meal preparation.  also, it took 1 and a half weeks to really start working in my system.  it did not help my hunger the first week.  just give it some time to build up in your body!
10	considerably effective	the benefits were that the medication lessened the time and the severity i believe of the shingles outbreak.
10	highly effective	within 1 week of taking the cocktail of abilify and lexapro, a extremely unorganized person....became organized. i am now able to remember appointment times, keep up with my daily responsibilities...it has been a lifesaver
3	marginally effective	i felt the medicine only slightly cleared my acne.  i would say 30% clearer skin.
1	ineffective	very upset
8	highly effective	i had mono which went undiagnosed and that, along with other life stressors had me very sick and run down. i was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome and suffered from severe nausea. i was unable to sleep or eat and began to lose weight. i had tried many anti to no avail and began remeron as a last resort. my nausea all but disappeared. i only became nauseated when working nights. my anxiety level also somewhat decreased.
9	highly effective	my mood was stablized, and i was able to take advantage of cognitive therapy.  without the medication, i was not able to benefit from ct.
9	highly effective	"my historically ""high moderate"" or borderline high blood pressure (140/90 or 150/100) has been brought to normal (110/70 or 120/80) so that further, more aggressive treatment is unnecessary."
8	considerably effective	antacids were ineffective to counteract severe pain and inability to eat. symptoms reduced within 24 hours and completely disappeared within 3 days
8	considerably effective	helped to prevent flare by arresting inflammation at the beginning of condition. it was in a cream formulation which made it easy to penetrate skin and ideal for a tropical climate. it was however not useful when the condition- eczema or dermatitis flared up. it is more useful in controlling inflammation at the beginning as opposed to a strong steroid cream used more as a rescue when condition has already flared and has become red and angry.
2	considerably effective	this drug worked as a treatment for strep throat.
8	considerably effective	i was able to breathe more freely after i took this medication and my peak flow meter readings were significantly higher.
8	highly effective	muscle relaxation took about 2 days to be effective.  pain reliever was effective in numbing the sensation initially, but after 2 days relief was found. 4 days was far better and 6-7 stopped taking every day.
7	considerably effective	smoother and clearer skin, believe it may act as a vitamin a derivative and promote faster cell turnover. my skin had less cystic boils and lesions, skin was less oily and seemed more resilient, but you have to be careful with the dose otherwise skin can become more sensitive, and sun block is recommended with this medication too.
5	considerably effective	taken daily, prevacid successfully reduced my acid stomach symptoms to the point that they did not occur. i did not need other over the counter remedies i had used in the past, such as anti-gas and antacid medications taken after symptoms appeared.
8	highly effective	high concentration and staying focused.  it took away my irritability & agitation  i feel very calm. i felt that it help extremely with all my add symptoms except that i felt depressed. if that makes sense. weight loss.
9	highly effective	helped with being able to feel more comfortable interacting in social settings.helped with being able to complete daily chores and activities. also besides getting my daily chores accomplished i have more desire to attend social events and have picked up a few hobbies. increased my overall since of happiness and positive outlook on life.
8	moderately effective	helped with depression - did nothing for anxiety i did help me with my fear of crowds. it also helped me with my hopelessness i had been encountering.
6	considerably effective	heart works better -no pvcs- less shortness of breath able to do physical activities again
8	considerably effective	nexium  is very effective for me when i want to relieve heartburn. i don't take it everyday, only when i have the symptoms of heartburn due to acid reflux.  the treatment benefits were that my stomach felt better, and i didnt have acid reflux due to the foods i had ingested.
2	ineffective	i saw a moderate decrease of inflammation in some cystic acne lesions.  in the case of mild acne that is not cystic, the risks outweigh the benefits if the injection is not done properly.
1	ineffective	i didnt receive any treatment benefits from this drug.  it actually made the symptoms worse with more resistance to antibiotics.  i ended up having to take a different, more powerful antibiotic.  i tried it two separate times with the same results both times.
9	considerably effective	able to concentrate on school, work, movies and everything else that might go into a day. able to become interested in hobbies and follow through with them.  people treated me differently.  the horses even treated me differently!  this medicine changed my life.  gained the ability to remember things from conversations to classwork.
8	highly effective	"niaspan definitely works to lower lpa.  i understand that high lpa cause plaque build up in the arteries.  according to my cardiologist, high levels of lpa cause ""skinny people to have heart attacks"".  my levels were in the 70's and the normal range ends at 30.  after taking niaspan for a few weeks, my lpa was within normal limits."
7	moderately effective	reduced excess acid and throat irritation, although not completely. bending over still causes bile in throat.  nighttime coughing still happens. certain foods definitely trigger irritation.  protonix was the last of 3 or 4 similar medications i tried (nexium, etc) and all others had much worse side effects (headaches and dry mouth particularly).
10	highly effective	i had fewer headaches and the headaches which i did have were less severe and easier to relieve with medication. i have fewer days off from work and can enjoy life with family and friends without worrying about headaches.
7	considerably effective	lowered blood sugar
8	considerably effective	"moderately dulled the pain of a collar bone injury.  pain was still existent but i was so ""dopey"" that i didnt care."
10	highly effective	alleviation of post hysterectomy depression and other post menopause symptoms.
1	ineffective	none
5	moderately effective	i'm not entirely sure it was effective at all.
10	highly effective	eliminated the pain without the mental side effects of drugs like vicodin.
7	considerably effective	i noticed an accelerated skin cell turn over with the peeling and new skin coming through which is brighter and younger looking. with the combination of the skin care, my skin also became uniform in color overall and the darker or brown spots faded which helps to make my skin look even better.  i don't have much wrinkles to speak of except minimal ones around the eye area and laugh lines around the mouth which i did not notice any change or improvement on that.  pimples after an initial phase of getting worst got better and during the monthly period is lesser than before treatment. definite improvement on that!
8	considerably effective	retin-a smoothed out my skin and reduced fine lines. it particularly helped the kind of lines that radiate from the corner of my eyes down my cheeks.  they virtually disappeared, and people remarked within a few months that i looked healthier, less tired, and younger.  i was happy with the results of using this product.
9	highly effective	i did notice right away a marked improvement in my insomnia and no longer require the clonazepam.  i too felt a weight lifted off my shoulders and my disposition improved.  i felt much better than i had in years.  little aches and pains in my lower back and hips which i've been treating throught the chiropractor, became more tolerable.  my husband was pleased and thinks im much easier to live with.  i didnt realize how grouchy and difficult i had become.
1	moderately effective	breathing became easier.
8	highly effective	decreased hot flashes
8	moderately effective	treatment benefits were reduced anxiety caused by ringing in the ears sufficiently to allow rest and sleep.
8	moderately effective	the drug fluconazole was a quick and easy way to get systemic drug levels to fight skin fungus.
3	ineffective	i couldnt stay on it long enought to know if there were any.
10	highly effective	a very good nights sleep is one of the benefits, found out that the sedative effects are actually increased in the lower doses.  i lowered my dosage and live the sound sleep.  it knocked out my delusions and hallucinations, hopefully for good.
5	highly effective	even split pill severly reduced anxiety, made me feel more relaxed, took away physical feelings associated with anxiety like sweating and racing thoughts.  made it easier to sleep.  continued to work for 12 to 15 hours after taking. took away mental stress and cleared my mind of all worries.
10	highly effective	face cleared up in weeks.about 3  i started in the end of november and by mid february my face was extremely clear. i stop using it after my face cleared up, wrong thing to do. once your face has cleared you still need to continue using it so your face can remain clear.
5	considerably effective	it cured my tooth abscess, even though ampicillin had failed to cure it.
7	considerably effective	this is supposed to thin the blood.  i don't know how you measure this.
6	considerably effective	was effective in treating pain. that is all it was used for.
4	highly effective	i took it when my husband of 30 years left me and my 4 kids for another woman.  i couldnt sleep, eat or function.  the klonopin helped me sleep, which helped me function. i probably would have committed suicide without it.
10	highly effective	i am in my 5th week of treatment, and my liver enzymes did come down to normal, but i will see dr. on 12th to find out if viral load came down.
1	ineffective	it was suppose to help ease my depression issues that happend when the bipolar side of me was not in hyper. it was a new drug it was suppose to be very effect  not cause any weight gain. with very little side effects.
10	highly effective	almost complete pain relief!  amazing!
9	considerably effective	i feel much better emotionally.  i was unable to get out of bed before i started treatment, and now i am back to having an interest in life.  it doesnt make me nauseous, which is a huge plus as far as im concerned.  i like that it doesnt cause weight gain or sexual side effects.i was happy that it only made me feel mildly nauseous for a day or so.  i feel nearly back to normal emotionally.  i was concerned that it made my hands quite shaky for awhile, but after a reduced my caffeine intake, that subsided.  my only complaint is that it makes my ears ring.  all the time.  it is generally easy to ignore during the day, but i have found that i need a fan and a white noise machine set to a high pitch sound (like crickets) in order to be able to ignore it enough to sleep.
3	ineffective	i really could not give any results as i had a severe reaction to the medicine. i broke out in a rash on my elbow to my wrist area and also swelling of my eyes one morning. that is when i stopped taking it approx. 4 days into it.
7	considerably effective	there was decrease in my acne and my skin became considerably smoother.
7	moderately effective	it did help to relieve my anxiety, but sometimes i had to take a full tablet rather than 1/2. it did enable me to ably cope with occasions where i otherwise would have been nervous wreck.  i can honestly say that it helped me.
9	highly effective	helped my depression considerably.  also, out of all depression medication i have taken since 1994, i have been able to stop taking wellbutrin the longest before depression symptoms returned, so i believe eventually i may be able to stop taking wellbutrin and not have depression symptoms return.
8	considerably effective	the benefits were that the bumps under my skin did gradually get smaller and go away.  they stayed away as long as i continued to use the product.  an unexpected benefit was the my skin had a nice glow to it, like i had come from a facial and my skin was smoother, after using it for some time.
10	highly effective	restasis helps with tear related problems:  dryness, reflex  mucous discharge, irritated eyes, redness and lid swelling.  it can irritate at the initial time of therapy but with extra artificial tears this effect is 
2	marginally effective	reduction of hot flashes and night sweats.
10	highly effective	i chose to take vicodin instead of an ibuprofen based pain killer because my holistic doctor believes ibuprofen  slows healing time. for me, vicodin has literally no noticable side effects, of course i only took a limited amount for acute pain, which was relieved 100%.
10	highly effective	lowered total blood cholesterol levels. in particular, my ldl (low cholesterol) was lowered significantly, while hdl (good cholesterol) was elevated.
2	considerably effective	i didnt feel the urge as much as i did before the medication, but they were still there.
1	ineffective	none
9	considerably effective	prometrium is a form of progesterone that helps ameliorate some common menopausal symptoms, including insomnia.
10	highly effective	"i go to sleep within an hour and a half of taking it. i even get up to use the toilet around 4 am and i have no problem falling back asleep. tried ambien for 6 months, but i had to keep upping the dose and i still couldnt sleep. plus ambien made my anxiety worse. now my anxiety is gone and i am generally more content with life. ""i can sweat the small stuff"", if you know what i mean. i did start prozac about the same time."
6	considerably effective	less flair ups of the disease. less diarrhea and cramping.
7	highly effective	"our home was destroyed in the 1994 northridge earthquake. before the earthquake, i was already experiencing depressive symptoms but was reluctant to take medication for it. after the earthquake, my doctor recommended i give the antidepressants a try for a few months coupled with therapy to get me back on track. about two weeks later, i found myself feeling good again, (in spite of my therapist telling me how screwed up my family was) driving down the freeway, singing at the top of my lungs and playing air drums on the steering wheel of my car. the ""old me"" was back! thanks to the medication, i was able to re-organize my life and focus on moving ahead instead of being stuck knowing what things needed to be done but not having the drive or motivation to do them."
7	considerably effective	the benefits were, i was taking it for excessive prolong spotting and bleeding. slowly but surely everything did go back to normal, no more excessive bleeding or spotting but it did take like 8 months.
1	considerably effective	hair regrowth
10	highly effective	this drug has helped the pain and swelling in my hands and back from psoriatic arthritis. my fingers were also starting to twist, and this has helped to slow that down. the psoriasis on my skin has almost gone completely away. about a week or two before time for the next dose, a little comes back, but nothing like it used to be.
10	highly effective	maxalt relieved all the typical symptoms of a migraine within half an hour and i could keep going with my day where as before nothing would help. topamax is my preventative but i still get the occasional that will push through and thats when i use the  hence why only a few times a month.
9	considerably effective	helped keep asthma under control.  didnt cause side effects.  was easy to administer.  provided the outcomes we had hoped for.   pleasant taste.
4	considerably effective	the upper and lower eyelashes grew longer, thicker, and darker.  there is less need for mascara or eyelash curlers with this product.  contains the same active ingredient that latisse will contain when it is released but the difference is that is prescribed as a glaucoma medication while latisse will be marketed and sold as an eyelash growth product.  it does work.
8	considerably effective	the retin-a seems to have minimized some of my fine lines, and has helped clear my pores, greatly reduced blackheads and minimized white-heads, and almost eradicated cystic blemishes altogether.  i believe the product does actually promote quick cell turnover based on the results i have seen thrust far.
9	considerably effective	"i recently saw my pcp for my annual exam and had 2 major concerns to discuss with her.  the first was some depression issues and the second was that i had recently developed indoor allergies.  as is standard my pcp recommended antidepressants and therapy for the depression and claritin (24hr non-drowsy) for the allergies.  the problem is that i am nursing my son and no antidepressants are ""safe"" for nursing mothers (or rather, for our nursing children).  on the other hand, my md approved claritin although i was nursing.  at the end of the session she told to to start on claritin and come back for the antidepressants once i my son.  so i started the claritin and my depression abated.  all of my ""depressive"" symptoms were relieved (the inability to sleep at night but feelings of tiredness all day, the aches, the inability to concentrate...).  since i started taking claritin it was like a switch was flipped and the quality of my life has increased significantly.  i feel ""normal"" for the first time in a long time.  in terms of my allergies, the sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes have lessened but my red eye concern (the swelling and redness of the area surrounding my eyes) has not been relieved.  regardless, i am happy with the product.i share this in the hope that some scientist out there uses this information to help our elusive understanding of depression and its treatment.  perhaps an alternative for postpartum depression?  many mother's feel guilty weening shortly after birth in order to treat their sadness and if claritin is approved by your md for use while nursing, why not try it?  or even as an alternative to conventional depression meds."
6	moderately effective	i feel that my skin is smoother, and hopefully the wrinkles will not get deeper as quickly as not doing anything.
5	considerably effective	it did control my periods.  other benefits included a mild feeling of well being and return to health.
2	marginally effective	cried less
8	considerably effective	alleviated depression without lethargy, weight gain, a paradoxical effect, or sexual dysfunction.  prozac made me suicidally depressed. mao-inhibitors like worked very well for me, except all of my favorite foods were forbidden.  wellbutrin seemed to be the only antidepressant that lifted me out of my depression, and it had the unanticipated benefit of getting me to quit smoking -- i went from smoking a pack of camels a day to not smoking.
5	highly effective	protection aganst pregnancy. some weight loss, less hungry. less acne. no effect on sex drive.
10	highly effective	estradiol has almost completely eliminated the alternating cold chills and hot flashes that i was experiencing.  the full effect of the drug was derived within three days of beginning treatment with estradiol.
7	moderately effective	helped me concentrate, did help curb appetite, made me feel younger (more energy), thinking more clearly.
9	highly effective	"-night time sleep (at least 5-6 hours per night), more""peaceful"" state of mind, no anxiety attacks, better brain function( no ""brain fog"" from insomnia), better concentration skills,"
10	highly effective	pain reduction, increased mobility and range of motion.  the difference between how i feel with and without is astonishing.  unfortunately, if i take this drug for more than six months straight, it begins to lose effectiveness.  thus, i now save it for situations where i absolutely need it:  travel, sports, etc.
5	considerably effective	i had lighter periods and never felt the ring inside of me during intercourse or during my every day life.
7	moderately effective	it seems to keep my blood pressure and headaches in check, especially during hormonal changes right before my period begins.  i am also sleeping better at night (falling asleep and staying asleep; able to get back to sleep during the night), whereas before i was getting only a couple of hours of sleep a night.
3	ineffective	unfortunately this did nothing to heal the skin. it was an expensive experiment for the doctor to misdiagnose my condition, which was not sever but had been present for 9+ months. eventually i was switched to  which seemed to do only a little better.
8	highly effective	reduced attention deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms, including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. allowed for greater concentration on projects and tasks at hand.often before taking the medication i would just feel that it's impossible to get organized, to stick to the job at hand, or keep an appointment. daily tasks of getting up and ready for the day's work, getting to work on time, and being productive at work were difficult.
8	considerably effective	patient had a marked decrease in pain due to arthritis. joint pain significantly decreased. joint stiffness decreased a little. overall, the drug is worth trying for arthritis pain and discomfort.
10	highly effective	the drug did exactly what it was supposed to do.  it completely eliminated all nicotine cravings leaving only the psychological aspect to worry about.  so if i kept myself busy, the thought of smoking would never even enter my mind.
7	highly effective	i did not need to take a pill everyday. there were less side effects compared to the amount in other birth controls. my painful cramps went away.
10	highly effective	severe pain in entire body was gone, and i mean gone.  i felt like i was a little kid again, able to do anything.  i also had increased energy.
10	considerably effective	the treatment is to slow down or reverse to some degree of osteoporosis. no side affects from taking medicine.  have not had a bone scan to evaluate any change in my bone loss.
7	considerably effective	some decent extra growth of hair, especially on the crown of the head. ostensibly some on the front of the scalp, but hard to tell. overall, it definitely has helped to preserve the hair i have (i have a twin brother who is effectively the control group, since he doesnt use such products, and he's getting pretty bald).
10	highly effective	the pills regulated my menstrual cycle and reduced the occurance of cramps (so severe that i was often bed ridden). other birth control pills that i had taken previously had undesirable side effects, such as weight gain, which i have not experienced with 
7	moderately effective	patient was more mellow and not as angry or argumentative. also suicidal ideation went away. patient was able to keep a job for longer than one year and not get fired due to bad attitude.
9	highly effective	never had a heart attack. helps wit chest pain, and has a slight calming effect.i can workout more without increasing my heart rate too much
9	considerably effective	lotronex used to control diarrhea due to chronic irritable bowel syndrome.  though clinical studies were only completed on women i have found the medication to be highly effective with few side effects
1	ineffective	none.
2	ineffective	none-i wanted to see some skin improvement of wrinkles but the side effects of burning and redness were too severe to wait-not sure ahat else i can say here-i just discontinued the use-had to
7	considerably effective	my conclusions of the medication are that it has definately lessened the amount of migraine headaches that i was encountering. i have not had to have an emergency hospital visit in almost a year. this went from a visit occuring almost every other month with horrible painful headaches in between this time. i still get headaches which are tolerable  and if i have a migraine have not had to go to the hospital for pain relief. it has been tolerable. i have now gotten my dose down to at night time only and am still having the same benefit. my only side effect were some memory difficulty in the beginning. i drove to my doctors office and became disoriented. rather than panic i laughed it off and pulled over and had to think about where i was going.it has definately had a positive influence on the migraines. it seems to have some sort of effect on eating though. i did loose a bit more weight which i did not need to loose, but now have been able to be back at my normal weight.
8	considerably effective	trazodone seems to help me to fall asleep faster and sleep longer. i had been having a hard time getting to sleep at night with insomnia type effects. i would toss and turn and would have a hard time relaxing and would think about things that would make it hard for me to fall asleep. i started out at 200 mg, which would make me drowsy in the mornings, and then changed to 100 mg which enabled me to get to sleep and not have such a side effect.
3	considerably effective	the pain went away and i could walk. my hip was mobile.
10	highly effective	ceasation of migraine  the drug provides relive within half an hour of having been administered and prevents further symptomps
10	highly effective	my blood pressure decreased from a high pressure, approximately 150/110 to a normal blood pressure of 115/70.
8	highly effective	the drug has assisted over the years in providing body with appropriate estrogen to keep bones healthy.  it has also assisted in eliminating hot flashes and causing menopausal systems.  taking hormone replacement therapy assisted me over the years to feel healthy and strong.  it replaced needed hormone to my body.
10	highly effective	reduced pain ability to move about with better ease and comfort.
10	highly effective	the daily itchy throat and coughing spells have stopped.  i no longer have to carry cough drops with me for daily attacks.  i can now visit my children's homes who have cats and dogs.  before taking this medication, cats caused sever asthma, itchy eyes, nasal congestion.  taking a regimen of singular every day, prevents these symptoms upon interaction with cats.  prior to taking singular, exposure to a home with dogs caused symptoms similar to flu.  rhinitis, sneezing and runny nose.  after singular...symptom free.  my doctor advised that there is no risk in taking the medication long term, so i plan to continue its prophylactic effect.
10	highly effective	this is a miracle drug. by day 3, the hot flashes stopped. i was able to sleep through the night again. the 2 month long headache disappeared. i have more energy and feel like my old self again. my brain function is much improved. no more dizziness, memory loss and the depression is gone. also i have an increased libido and vaginal moisture returned.
1	marginally effective	at first, there was some minor improvement in the texture of my skin but then it began to degrade the area around my eye. the skin became thinner in appearance and more and more dry. it seemed to be harming my skin. at that point my dermatologist said my skin may be too sensitive. i do not feel that i have sensitive skin because while i may have a pale color skin, it has a olive tone. i do not sunburn very easily. then i switched to roc but had similar results.
8	highly effective	first of all- no babies! so it's effective. it also slowed my periods a lot, i had heavy bleeding and severe cramping before, and now i have a 4 day period with cramping usually only on the first day. it has kept my skin so clear, and it's almost too easy. just mark your calendar for the third sunday after insertion, and that's when it comes out!
10	highly effective	once i started using the inhaler it greatly reduced night time waking with asthma symptoms. early morning breathing became easier instead of tight breathing.  my use of a rescue inhaler specifically,  was cut down from several times a night to usually 0. i only use my rescue inhaler occassionally now instead of routinely.  my life has changed with advair, i highly recommend it!
1	ineffective	there were no benefits. this drug had more bad side effects than good ones.  i will never try this again. there were no benefits. this drug had more bad side effects than good ones.  i will never try this again.
9	highly effective	leveled out my affect, helped me sleep and wake up more refreshed, minimized angry or generally emotional outbursts with my children and husband.
10	highly effective	the eye infection symptoms went away in about two days. my eye had been swollen shut. i had tried some over the counter with no results when i visited the doctor. he hesitated using it due to misuse from patients however my symptoms were so severe he made it happen for me.
7	considerably effective	the medication helped me with concentrating and it helped calm me down when i was feeling anxious.
4	considerably effective	blood pressure was controlled with the same dose as the former drug i used,  my insurance would not cover it and i started using  i didnt think i had adverse effects from it until someone pointed out my dry constant cough.
5	highly effective	initial dose was highly effective for pain relief.  it took effect within 30 minutes and lasted several hours.
9	highly effective	clear headed, able to complete projects without procrastination  100% help with short-term memory, lessened depression and anxiety, no more obsessive eating, weight loss...
9	considerably effective	relief of symptoms of interstitial cystitis, including pain and frequency of urination
7	considerably effective	when i was first on the 20 mg dosage, there was no apparent benefit. when the dosage was upped to 40 mg, there was dramatic reductio of the edema. then i had mitral valve surgery and took no furosemide for a while, but eventually the edema returned and the 20 mg dosage helps some. (see side effects)
5	moderately effective	decreased chest inflammation
10	highly effective	taken each morning 30 minutes before eating, keep me from having any acid reflux.  one daily dosage worked for the entire day.  even into the evening, if i ate spicy food or chocolate, i could go to bed without experiencing any heart burn.
10	highly effective	alleviated symptoms of clinical depression. prior to treatment, experienced a severe episode of clinical depression that included acute symptoms such as insomnia, loss of appetite  loss of interest in life and people, suicidal ideation. after taking the drug for less than two weeks, i returned to a normal state of thinking, feeling, and functioning (which included alleviation of negative symptoms of depression and return to goal-oriented behavior and general sense of well-being.
8	considerably effective	the primary benefit was a reduction in acne. i would note that my acne returned several years later and i did a second course of accutane. since then my skin has been pretty clear (but i still have occasional breakouts).
7	moderately effective	helped with stopping hair falling out and keeping from being cold all the time.also helped the feeling of being tired all the time and gave more energy throughout the day.  did not feel as tired in the afternoon as before without it.
2	marginally effective	no benefit
1	ineffective	"slight euphoria and ""high"" felt good but not what i was trying to treat"
10	highly effective	decreased number of spasms and pain associated with the spasms.
9	considerably effective	had a pulled muscle in my leg, took tylenol four times a day for two weeks along with ice twenty minutes four times a day for 4 days.  pain and inflammation went away gradually over the two week period.  took the tylenol with food to protect the gastric lining of my stomach, also.  now am back to running and jogging as before the injury.
10	highly effective	cleared the condition completely.   augmentin worked after other antibiotics did not.   the infection was resistant to other antibiotics.
1	considerably effective	the nexium was effective in stopping my heart burn.
8	moderately effective	lowered my cholesterol level over time; reduced the severity of dietary changes i needed to make for the same effect; reduced my anxiety about my potential risk of cardiac and cerebrovascular problems/events
7	marginally effective	it worked quickly--within two days my sore throat began to feel better and the night sweats disappeared.
7	moderately effective	differin does help reduce the number of pimples for an acne patient.  it did not eliminate them in my case, but reduced them by about 50%.
7	considerably effective	i noticed that i was feeling better and my menstrual cycle was more regular. my skin cleared up as well and i felt more energetic.
8	highly effective	immediate ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.  no side effects in the morning.
4	highly effective	chantix was incredibly effective for the purpose of smoking cessation. while users are advised that initiative must be taken on their part to successfully quit smoking, i felt that the drug decreased the desire for nicotine so effectively, making smoking absolutely repellent, that a patient taking the drug would most likely quit without much active effort.
8	highly effective	i have used this drug for several months. for me it lasts a long time, even into the next morning, but it seemed to take longer, on me anyway, than viagra did, more like 2 hours before it worked at all. i would recommend this to anyone that does not need it to take effect quickly.
9	highly effective	i am finally able to focus, concentrate on tasks, and able to stay on track at work. before - i jumped from task to task without completing one prior to starting another.
3	considerably effective	reduced blood pressure. since my blood pressure levels went down to normal. i could do my regular activities, including sports.
8	highly effective	no more heart burn or acid reflux
1	ineffective	suppose to get rid of which after colonoscopy i did not have. took the drug for nothing. there were no benefits. the slight pain i had in the lower left side i still always have
7	considerably effective	taken at a stage where puss filled blisters were swollen, ensured a quick and painless transition from this stage to a stage where blisters became dry. not much effect for 5 days or so, however when the blisters did dry up they did so quickly and was not painful at all which is what i had expected. fairly easy to apply and good consistency for application.
3	ineffective	i was not willing to deal with the effects of the drug three times a day and so i discontinued use.
3	highly effective	it did clear up the infection even in the time frame i used it.
7	moderately effective	increased ability to cope
7	considerably effective	this drug blocked the receptors for nicotine, so the cravings were extremely diminished. the dosage was increased over a week, so the physical withdrawal symptoms were decreased slowly.
7	highly effective	greatly helps depression and mood. very effective for obsessive thinking/ fear.   stopped depression and there are very few anxieties.  regained appetite.
10	highly effective	i suffered chronic pain and sleep disruption because of the pn of unknown cause (not diabetes).  i also suffered mild depression because of the chronic pain.  cymbalta began to relieve my symptoms almost immediately (and the depression as well.)  i still have pain,sometimes better,sometimes worse, but this drug in combination with others (see above) as well as consistent exercise has helped tremendously.
6	moderately effective	reduction in alopecia progression which began at age 21. alopecia was very agressive through 20s until introduction. since then the condition has been slowed although not stopped.
9	considerably effective	the treatment benefits are to help lower blood pressure.  blood pressure is being monitored by the physician and the patient.  so far, the has shown to be as beneficial as the previous medicine patient has been on for the last seven years.  since the pill is considerably larger than previous medicine i was on, i do have to chew the pill.
8	considerably effective	treatment benefits include improved attention to task, improvement in work quality and quantity. impulsivity was greatly reduced, resulting in a calmer more productive day. social relationships with co-workers and others were markedly improved. social relationships with extended family members were also improved. as a result there was a marked improvement in self esteem and confidence levels both at work and at home.
10	highly effective	lexapro has proven to be a very effective antidepressant that is entirely lacking in sexual side-effects.
8	considerably effective	decreased tsh level from 428 to 1.5  loss of hair slowed. memory and depression improved. body temp increased from 96 to 97.8  energy level improved drastically. i could finally get though the day without having to nap frequently 4/5 naps of at least 20 to 30 mins) brain fog lifted. muscle aches and pains diminished  skin was not as dry.
4	moderately effective	i had been having a pro-longed sleep deprivation problem, and was very fatigued and emotionally drained from it. i tried tylenol pm but i read the negative effects on the liver from taking tylenol frequently so i discontinued use. i finally went to the doctor to see what they might suggest, and after a consultation, i was prescribed ambien. after trying it, i discovered that i would go out to sleep very deeply, and have vivid nightmares. i would wake up 3 to 4 hours later every night though, and only be able to go back to sleep very lightly. after a month of that, i gave it up. i ended up taking for awhile with melatonin and now i sleep much better.
7	moderately effective	once daily dose was more convenient than split doses of previous medication. the gradual release of the medication certainly reduced stomach and bowel problems (frequency and urgency of bowel movements) that had hampered activities beneficial to health such as hiking. the medication produced moderate control of my diabetes, though it is hard to judge what my blood sugar would have been without it
8	considerably effective	the benefits included mood elevation,obsessive thinking became less.  anxiety and sleeping definately improved.
1	ineffective	my father was put on this drug to fend off temporary, situational anxiety when his wife developed alzheimer's and was not looking after the finances properly.  it helped him to sleep better.  in the meantime, our family helped them sort out the financial mess his wife had created in her confusion.  his anxiety ended but the doctor forgot to take him off the drug at the end of the 4 month period of effectiveness.
2	highly effective	it prevented pregnancy 
8	considerably effective	strep symptoms subsided w/in 3 days. reinfection did not occur. family members did not catch the infection.
10	considerably effective	stopped chest pain, heart palpitations and anxiety. didnt work so well on the pain tho. overall gave me a sense of well being and did not interfere with sex drive.
9	considerably effective	reasonable control of blood pressure with out multiple blood pressure med's.my blood pressure is not a perfect 120/80 but it is not 190/ 100 t have headaches or couphing
10	highly effective	help me sleep better and makes me calm down when im depress
8	considerably effective	"i was initially placed on this medication several years ago for ra when vioxx was pulled.  i religiously self administered the medication for two years and then decided to quit because i didnt believe that it was helping much.  i took a ""holiday"" for 16 months and then checked in with my rheumatologist.  she suggested that i restart the medicine based upon x-rays and blood work.  i have been on it again for ..i feel better...less pain..more energy."
9	considerably effective	i was able do my work without hassles and im free from pain right now. there's no need for me to cry anymore whenever i urinate.
10	highly effective	the drug cleared the acne.  in addition, it peeled away old skin at the site.  i used it over small wrinkles and skin lines (without doctor's knowledge).  i was pleased with the results over small skin lines.  these disappeared or diminished.  the product does not work over face parenthesis or deep wrinkles.  it appeared to me that skin's tone also improved.  the skin also developed a healthy shine.
3	moderately effective	initially the treatment benefits were-increased mobility/ activity level due to experiencing less pain- sleep ( was able to sleep longer while the medication was still active)- better mood (because of less pain)
8	considerably effective	while i take this drug, i feel very well, happy, i can concentrate in my activities. it helps me to make decisions, i can complete activities, i talk a lot, i stay in a good mood, but just while is during the effects.
5	moderately effective	the benefits of this treatment was slightly reduced pain due to a partial rotator cuff tear
9	highly effective	before i began taking the  i was taking which was very ineffective as i was constantly waking up in the middle of the night having to take more medication to get back to sleep. i had to get up and walk around until the medication took effect and i was exhausted all the time. on   i am able to sleep at night without being awakened by my restless legs which is a huge relief for me and my husband.
3	marginally effective	i believe that the allowed normal vaginal secretions and somewhat emotional stability.  during the time i was using the premarin i had decreased hot flashes/sweats that, i presumed was a result of the drug, although the hot flashes are much more infrequent now that im using the natural progesterone cream.
7	moderately effective	reduced stickiness of the blood.if inflammation of blood vessels did occur, the blood was thinner and so could get through vessels with reduced occurence of ulceration. general overall improve of condition.
10	highly effective	noticed a difference in a month
1	ineffective	none!!!
10	highly effective	when i feel or see the signs of a cold sore coming, i take the valtrex and it is gone without a trace within 24 hours.
8	considerably effective	hair maintainance. without finasteride or dutasteride patient experienced prickly heat on scalp. with treament, the prickly heat stopped. had previously taken finasteride and hair had regrown to some extent.
10	considerably effective	my therapist prescribe this cream, as i dark sport on my skin on the back  from eczema  the sport were itchy so i couldnt sleep well and they turned dark due to post-inflammatory hyper pigmentation.i am still using the cream but it effectively eliminated any itching and dark sport  reduce in size and became lighter.in fact, my therapist later prescribed a more potent cream, betamethasone 0.05%, but i felt that the first one was more effective in my case.
5	moderately effective	reduced inflammation, hence, their enzymes are targets of current anti-inflammatory therapies. products of 15 (lo) types i and ii display both beneficial roles, such as   that signal counterregulation
7	highly effective	"able to breathe in a relaxed way without forcing the breath and without wheezing. asthma ""controlled"" meaning ventolin used hardly at all (after decades of relying on it)."
10	highly effective	clearup of infection and regrowth of nails
10	considerably effective	bystolic.significant lowering of diastolic  systolic pressures and pulse rate..lower anxiety .over period of one year, lowered ldl cholesterol levels by 100 points
1	moderately effective	the premarin did reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes and night sweats.  from that perspective, the drug was somewhat effective.  however, the side effects were devastating and worse than dealing with the menopausal symptoms.  it took me two years to discern that the problems i encountered were attributable directly to the premarin.
10	highly effective	i was given valium to calm me down as i couldnt take anti depressants as they gave me really severe side effects.  i found that the valium quietened my mind and slowed my body down without making me feel heavy or drugged.  it helped me cope with the stresses of every day life but also the stresses caused by my anxiety and panic disorder.  i think that is has a bad reputation possibly because people abuse it but taken as prescribed i find this drug incredibly useful and invaluable in helping me cope with things i wouldn't normally be able to do or cope with.  i get a warm feeling as it goes into my blood all the way down to my toes. i feel relaxed and happy and don't have any side effects whatsoever.  however it does make me feel a little sleepy for about half an hour after it starts working...which is actually a nice feeling when you're nervous and then i just feel relaxed.
5	moderately effective	the benefits were to relieve anxiety and to calm me down so i don't lose control and freak myself out. also to control my heart palpitations when i become nervous.
9	considerably effective	the once daily treatment was effective in keeping me from having moderate acne breakouts while i was taking hormone replacement therapy.  i also used testosterone cream (compounded) and my doctor felt that this was the source of the acne and also some water retention.
7	considerably effective	i got longer, darker and thicker eyelashes. these were noticeable after about 6 weeks. thereafter they continued to grow for a few months till they reached a maximum. then i carried on with maintenance doses.
9	highly effective	diminished inflammation, noticeable loss of swelling, pain relief, did not have to take it orally-i applied it as needed on affected knee. it has worked on other joints too (hands, hips, etc..)
8	considerably effective	i have experienced an very noticable decrease in hair loss or progression of male pattern baldness after i started using this product.  it was advised to me by a physician friend.  it's basically the same product as which are being sold as an cosmetic product at half the dosage and for double the price.  i have noticed a severe reduction in hair loss and have actually grown some hair back.
1	ineffective	there were no benefits. i had severe side effects. . the medication helped the headaches for a short amount of time but the side effects outweighed the benefits. i call it the stupid medicine because i literally turned stupid after using it.
7	considerably effective	i have already given this information.xxxxxx the term arthritis means joint inflammation some people refer to arthritis as joint pain there are more than 100 different types of arthritis. the 2 most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis (oa) and rheumatoid arthritis (ra).
1	moderately effective	lessened the pain when urinating
10	highly effective	nearly complete resolution of severe intractable cough and mucus obstruction of bronchi, which had been resistant to multiple treatments including inhalers, oral high dose prednisone, and antihistamines.
10	highly effective	oh my gosh i am in heaven i have suffered with restless legs for 20 years little when i first started bad. i was up walking the floor every nite at least 5 to 10 times a nite.  to me it is a miracle.  i have not had any restless legs since i started.
9	highly effective	i enjoyed life again and felt happiness, i could hold down a job and look after my family. i was no longer suicidal. i lost weight because most of the time i was no longer depresses. and my overall health improved
10	highly effective	yasmin is an excellent birth control pill.  not only does it prevent pregnancy, but it decreases bloating, irritability, and monthly blood lost.  there is decreased break through bleeding and cramps as well.  it just became available in a generic, so bringing the cost much lower.
9	considerably effective	"the drug after an about an hour went into affect.  i had more energy and felt the desire to ""do things.""  during the day i did not think about food, and had no desire to eat.  i felt good and didnt care about eating.  it left you with a feeling of being happier too."
7	considerably effective	the headaches are well controlled on this drug, sometimes for as long as 72 hours. however, the effects of the rug were shorter lived during hormonal migraines
1	moderately effective	lessening of fungus
7	highly effective	for the first two weeks i did not feel absolutely anything. then, after about 15 days, i began to feel different. my constant sense of fear and worry was replaced by a sudden feeling of self-confidence. my depression, which formerly kept me in a state of perpetual sorrow, self-pity and doubt, was lifted from me like a veil. suddenly i was talkative and social, where before i was soft-spoken and hesitant. i behaved as if i could not fail in anything i undertook to do. i was asking women on dates with a directness and boldness that almost scared women away. you could say that while i was taking paxil i was in a hyper manic state. the benefits were very real. i loved the miraculous effects of this medication. unfortunately i was forced to stop taking paxil because of negative side effects.
5	moderately effective	the low dosage of lisinopril reduced my blood pressure from 138/96 to 127/90.
9	highly effective	having been diagnosed with hypothyroidism when i was only twenty, i was administered varying levels of synthroid.  prior to taking the medication, my condition was so severe that my metabolism was adversely affected.  not only did i feel sluggish, but my liver was even slow to act because i started turning orange! my fingertips were calloused, my speech was slurred and my hair had begun falling out.  when the first dosage was given, it was too high.  then when it was adjusted and my blood levels determined that it was the right amount, the symptoms all began to subside and slowly i became functional again.  i don't normally take any over-the-counter medications but as for this prescription medication, i need it to effectively manage my hypothyroidism.
1	ineffective	none
8	considerably effective	lessened the frequency of asthma attacks particularly during a chest cold and generally day to day.
1	ineffective	none because i had to stop taking it due to the side effects.
2	marginally effective	none
9	considerably effective	treatment provided the patient with the ability to fall asleep quickly and stay asleep through the entire night
10	highly effective	i was suffering from migraine headaches for more than 40 years, since a teenager. topamax has reduced twice weekly migraine headaches to approx. 3 or 4 times a year for severe migraines, although i still suffer from chronic, but infinitely much easier to bear, daily headache. i am thankful for the use of this (originally) anti-seizure drug for migraine prevention.
8	considerably effective	decreased pain and inflamation, need no other pain medication for arthritis pain, have bee taking motrin for eight years with good results and little side effects other than mild nausea when taken without food.
8	considerably effective	the medication helped to reduce the headache pain if not eliminate it completely.  i was getting a headache almost dailey. it was affecting my job and family life. my migraine would start with a mild headache on the left side of my face and the pain would increase with time. taking at the onset really helped to slow down the pain and in most cases stop it.
7	considerably effective	the excruciating, shooting nerve pain in my left leg stopped after about a week although i could still feel that the just masked the pain ie. in the past 6 months i have got down to 12.5 mg per day although a recurrence of the terrible shooting pain (after 2 years) had made me decide to try gabapentin instead- my doc recommends this
10	highly effective	completely cleared up mild to moderate acne on face, neck, shoulders, back, and arms and should continue to stay clear for some length of time.
9	highly effective	some of the treatment benefits were: lower blood pressure, less headaches, less fatigue
3	marginally effective	effective in relieving runny or clogged nose due to allergies, stops itchy,swelling and watering eyes.
3	marginally effective	i have been on xenical for a little over 2 weeks and i lost 2 lbs and gained it back,i do not have oily stools infact i have a hard time going to the bathroom now.the only benefit i can see so far with xenical for me is i try to watch what i eat.
10	highly effective	started taking this drug for two reasons - peri-menopausal symptoms (mood swings) and depression experienced after going through hurricane katrina. after 2-3 weeks of starting, noticed my temperament was much more even and felt better able to cope with daily stress and stay motivated.
8	considerably effective	i was prescribed the drug after two previous treatment drugs had begun to prove less effective than before.  the doctor started on a higher course of the medicine, but the dose is currently (2 pills) every evening.  there was a significant reduction in crohn's disease symptoms, particularly general intestinal cramping.  this was particularly helpful for cramping that tended to occur as i was relaxing to go to sleep.
4	marginally effective	clear head - sometimes / less allergy - sometimes
10	highly effective	improved skin texture and tone
8	highly effective	significantly improved leg pain and allowed my child to use the leg and get stronger  kept her from returning to narcotics. she was able to continue physical therapy and resume school. this site insists i write 50 words in this block, but i have covered all the relevant information. i just wanted people to know that once you adjust to this medicine it was a big help for my child's leg pain. i hope this is enough words.
8	considerably effective	reduces sinus congestion significantly. made sleep easier.
8	considerably effective	considerable weight loss, increased energy, decreased appetite,
7	highly effective	very few side effects and no baby.  i started taking the pill because i wouldn't stop bleeding after having my daughter.  my doctor prescribed another type of pill and it stopped it immediately.  so after my next appointment, i told him i wanted something more permanent and was the answer.
10	highly effective	it cleared the ear infection completely.  it offered me assurance that the infection did not progress to brain.
9	highly effective	improved appearance of skin (improvement of imperfections, reduced pore size, more even complexion, increased glow) and improved texture of skin (smoother and softer). others have complimented me a lot on my appearance recently.
10	highly effective	i quit smoking, minimized desire to drink alcohol, suppressed appetite, stabilized mood fluctuations.
10	highly effective	i did not contract malaria and i also noticed some increase in the clarity of my skin.
1	ineffective	on the fist day i experienced symptoms such as shortness of breath but the drug seemed to take affect the next day. when i took the drug on the second day i experienced an increased heart rate and other symptoms such as the ones i listed above.
7	considerably effective	"visible reduction in the infection was noted at approx 4 days.  it was a good alternative to having a surgical procedure and the required ""down time"" associated with a surgical procedure."
8	considerably effective	helped relieve the allergy symptoms for a part of the day
1	highly effective	i cant list very many benefits because my experience was so bad that i would rather have been dead than have been forced to have taken this pill every day for 3 to 4 years
3	marginally effective	ziana minimized the large sore pimples.  i continued to have a few during my menstrual cycle. however, i continued to experience blocked pores / blackheads and very oily skin.  the product did not appear to help this.
10	highly effective	after starting on a diuretic and a beta blocker without significant results, adding the ace inhibitor worked wonders, and has continued to do so for 27 years. the next step, if one becomes necessary will be to add a sartan. based on my previous response. i expect it to be a happy experience.
9	considerably effective	noticed a significant improvement in exercise induced asthma/shortness of breath. also i previously had a chronic cough/throat irritation prior to taking singulair and this is now gone. my asthma would act up when i drink or eat cold foods and this is no longer a problem. i haven't had bronchitis in over a year and would usually get 3-4 x  year.
7	moderately effective	"at initial dose of felt effects very quickly.  titrated up to 100mg/day and slowly noticed it losing its ""punch"". initially felt much better - motivation increased dramatically.  finally felt normal, and in combination with trazodone slept very well for the first time in years."
3	moderately effective	it took at least 3 days of treatment for me to begin feeling better. on day 6, the ear and throat feel better.  however, i have tickling in my chest and lots of coughing that was not initially the problem.
5	moderately effective	since beginning treatment with evista, i have had three scans, and my bone density has remained stable.  i have had no broken bones or spinal fractures during this period, and i have height has remained the same.
8	considerably effective	lowered total cholesterol by 40 points
8	considerably effective	i went to therapy and asked about add meds, i took a test showing attention and memory lapses. doc gave me 60 mg, my grades improved dramatically, which was specifically the result i wanted. furthermore, i got far more done outside of school, coincidentally.
9	considerably effective	after taking for 1 week, my heartburn symptoms went completely away.
8	considerably effective	this drug was most effective in 'cooling' my anxiety.  the depression was less affected, but definately improved.  i felt much calmer and able to deal with my situation more effectively.  i wasn't panic striken anymore or weeping all the time.
8	considerably effective	it did clear up my inner ear water. it also seemed to dry up the constant mucus that seemed to be in my sinuses. this helped me to be able to breathe better.
3	ineffective	i did not notice any benefits in terms of decrease of pain or inflammation in the affected site.  i've found fish oil and curcumin to be far more effective with fewer side effects.
7	considerably effective	the single dose was easy to take, and the drug got rid of any other fungal infections in my body that may have contributed to the vaginal yeast infection.
7	moderately effective	the medication does seem to help with joint inflammation.  i find no real benefit for headaches or body aches.  there are some studies that show this drug may be beneficial for the treatment of polyps in the large intestine which may be a benefit for me in the long run.
9	highly effective	my attention span was incrementally increased, as was the intensity of my focus. also, while taking the drug, i noted a significant decrease in my appetite, which subsequently induced a fair amount of weight loss.
7	considerably effective	my fingernails have grown back to where the nail hits the end of where it should be instead of clipped down. i cant wait for the nail to grow  back all the way to where i can pick up a piece of thin paper with my fingernail, as i work at an office!.also, the little black splinters under my thumb nail are starting to go away, as is the yellowing and thickness of the nail, due to the infection.
3	moderately effective	decreased redness
1	moderately effective	there were few benefits.  it still took me a long time to go to sleep, about two hours.  some nights it didnt work at all.  when dosage was increased the side effects became unacceptable.  i took the medication for a week and then could not stand it anymore.  it was preferable to go without sleep than to take this drug.
1	ineffective	i had no benefits.  it didnt seem to make anything better at the time.  it seemed the depression was still the same and then i had side effects that affected me daily.
7	moderately effective	less pimples, increased smoothness of skin
6	considerably effective	considerably reduced pain, if i experienced any at all.
7	considerably effective	since no such infection (i.e. endocarditis) ever occured after a dental procedure, the logical conclusion is that it was successful as an antidotal/ antibacterial treatment against (i.e.) endocarditis. however, i've not been prescribed/taken it for three years, also with no post-procedural infections.
9	highly effective	retin a micro has lessened any uneven skin pigmentation.  retin a micro has minimized the size of my pores.  retin a micro has minimized wrinkling in my skin.
7	considerably effective	prozac helped in toning down my depression. prozac was effective for the first 5 years then my depression slowly started to become worse. i then had to be placed on wellbutrin for about 2 years, along with prozac and yet my side effects from prozac increased to the point where i was taken off prozac.
9	considerably effective	"it allowed me to focus on what i was learning, ie, in class work that i may have stopped attending to otherwise, or would have out something " inappropriate " without thinking it through before i spoke.it also allowed me to continue to pay attention and focus on a subject that i have no interest in but must understand and learn, ie, math."
1	moderately effective	it did lower my blood presure, but the dose that i was taking was too strong for me.
8	considerably effective	if taken within the first hour of of your personal migraine symptoms the med. works very well. usually within an hour you can control the nausea and light sensitivity with only a little sleepiness.it only takes about 30 to 60 minutes to take effect so if you catch it early you can forego almost all your pain.
3	moderately effective	i was originally prescribed 20 mg, but the rating was creeping up again, so the dosage was doubled. as i only took it for 2 weeks, cannot be sure of effectiveness
9	considerably effective	considered beneficial for post menopausal women to prevent the recurrence of breast cancer.  it is a hormone blocker that stops the production of estrogen.  many breast cancer tumors are estrogen positive and thrive in the presence of estrogen.
9	highly effective	after starting treatment with cipro, i almost immediate improvement of my condition, and the pain was severely lessened.
7	marginally effective	helped with condition of skin around the eyes, mouth and between the eyes. they did appear less noticable. the brown spots were greatly improved, lighter, less noticable
10	highly effective	i could completely leave the corticosteroids and didnt feel the pain and inflamation except for some special periods of stress. consequently i got a better quality of life.
7	considerably effective	ive only been on topamax for two weeks and only have had 1 migraine which is good for me. i use to have about 3 to 4 migraines in a matter of two weeks.
8	moderately effective	fewer allergies and sinus headaches.
3	marginally effective	hoping that continued use will improve my age spots and skin firmness.
10	highly effective	overall cholesterol dropped from 270 to 180. hdl went up, ldl went down to optimal ratios. my cholesterol numbers changed very quickly, within little over a month. obviously, it's a very effective drug for me.
7	highly effective	the only treatment benefits were the prevention of pregnancy and the near elimination of a monthly menstrual cycle --including the elimination of painful cramping during the monthly cycle   the benefits at the time i was taking this medication outweighed the risks/side effects, but now the risks/side effects outweigh the benefits.
8	considerably effective	prevented mania and panic experienced with mania
8	considerably effective	very good pain relief and muscle relaxation.  great for alleviating pain from an especially bad headache but also works good as an adjunct for musculoskeletal pain.
10	moderately effective	the objective of tamoxifen is to work against the effects of estrogen on cancer cells. as a treatment for breast cancer, the drug is supposed to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells that are present in the body. i am praying that this is fulfilling its purpose but only in 3rd month of taking it so who knows.
9	highly effective	ability to have benefits of birth control in the convenience of a ring, that allows freedom from worrying about taking a pill and an unwanted pregnancy.
5	considerably effective	allowed me to fall asleep and stay asleep for the first week.
10	highly effective	wanting to be drug free, i myself off of the wellbutrin, but found that i could not happily function without the lexapro.  when i tried to lower (self medicate) the dosage, my racing and repeating thoughts came back really strong.  i started counting again, repeating sentences in my head, singing song verses over and over in my head, replaying conversations over in my head, etc.  being back on the keeps me feeling normal and only in very stressful situations do i start obsessing/repeating.
6	moderately effective	moderate seizure control, seizures controlled during the awake hours, however, still uncontrolled during sleep.  patient has multiple, short seizures, nightly.
8	considerably effective	methotrexate significantly reduced my daughter's arthritis symptoms, allowing her to resume a normal, active life without joint pain.  after being treated with this drug, she has remained symptom free for several years now.  she did not have to progress to more expensive arthritis drugs since she responded well to methotrexate.
1	highly effective	the treatment benefits are that it has stopped  the acid from coming up into my esophagus   i also has benefited from further damage to my esophagus from the acid reflux. i do not have bad breath from the acid and i am no longer horse in my throat when i talk alot. the has stopped my stomach from producing acid.
1	ineffective	none - ended up in emergency room
10	highly effective	there was a persistent area of blister like bumps on lower face similar to acne but without resolution.  with this treatment, the bumps disappeared and didnt return for one year.
2	moderately effective	slight alleviation of phn pain.
7	moderately effective	i did get relief from the hot flashes and this did contribute to a good nights sleep. i had a hysterectomy a year before i was put on the hormones. i say an increase in wrinkles in that first year. i can not say that i have seen a slowing in the aging process but i am sleeping better and that of course will benefit the skin.
7	moderately effective	the cream did reduce fine lines but my skin peeled first so i only it oc occasionally now. i would use it, the skin would peel and the lines are slightly reduced. it also dries up blemishes
9	considerably effective	wellbutrin xl made a real difference in my life.  i had a tendency to get unnerved and anxious at the smallest things and since taking wellbutrin, my husband has noticed a huge difference in my disposition.  i was not a majorly depressed person, just mildly depressed and fatigued, and also becoming uninterested in activities that i used to enjoy.  wellbutrin definitely made me feel happier and more interested in life. as far as the rumor goes of wellbutrin enhancing sexual desire - i have not noticed a defense in myself in that regard.
8	considerably effective	meloxicam was prescribed after vioxx was taken off the market.  it has been beneficial in relieving the pain from a pinched nerve.  (the pain goes from the left side of my forehead, down my face, my neck, my shoulder, and my left arm).  i sometimes wonder if i really need it, so occasionally i stop taking it, but within 3 to 4 days, the pain comes back full force, so i know it is effective.  it is slightly less effective than vioxx.
7	considerably effective	hot flashes are not as often and not so intense.the patch is very easy to use. i can not tell im wearing one. i no longer have night sweats. going to work is a lot easier, my head is not constantly on fire!
9	highly effective	allowed maintained remission of ulcerative colitis for up to five years.  did experience some flare ups, but they were short lived and the exception to years of complete remission
9	considerably effective	my blood tests indicated that i had high cholesterol.  i started taking this soon after, and approx. one month into taking this product, my cholesterol numbers have dramatically decreased.  my physician attributes this to lipitor as well as diet and exercise.  i have not experienced any side effects.
5	moderately effective	it decreased my wheeze after about  the wheeze became intermittent from then but did not go away and after of not taking prednisone the symptoms returned, not as bad as they originally were though. am now on so had another course of prednisone.
10	highly effective	controlled acne very well when taken continuously.  eliminated pms symptoms.  prevented pregnancy.  experienced minimal monthly bleeding.
7	considerably effective	lifting of mood.
9	highly effective	it really evened my mood. i was not irritable at all.
8	highly effective	allowed to drive again after build up to therapeutic level
1	considerably effective	stopped the heartburn
3	marginally effective	very little benefits, may have had a slight lessening of pain but not much
10	highly effective	i began taking this drug one year ago, and within a few days i was heartburn free. i take it once daily before breakfast.
2	ineffective	the benefits noticed per needed. i couldnt tell if the back spine was stronger as i felt the same.
9	highly effective	no side effects and the crying went away. it really helped me when nothing else did.
9	highly effective	this is a miracle drug for me, got rid of vaginal dryness, and even got rid of hot flashes, even though the estrogen dose is so low!  would recommend to anybody.
8	highly effective	well, i never had sex without a condom, so i wouldn't really know. but, i guess it would be okay. not many people seem to have many problems with it.
9	considerably effective	clobex was effective in resolving minor contact dermatitis. it soothed the irritation and lessened the dermatitis rather quickly however, it was also used for what was thought as dermatitis around the mouth. use continued for six months with no results. the rash was exacerbated by heat and a diagnosis of mrsa was made. the  due to steroids in the cream, did not clear the lesions but rather made them worse. use was discontinued and and ds was highly effective at clearing the infection. have since had no need for and have used alternate methods for any incidental dermatitis that may occur. for those who chose to traditional medications, i can recommend for mild to severe dermatitis. i was satisfied with the results, except for the misdiagnosis of skin mrsa, yet glad to know from experience, the difference between these two rashes.
5	moderately effective	some of the lighter spots lightened slightly but the darker spots did not really fade, in fact it seemed like they got a little darker
10	highly effective	major decrease in joint pain , major increase in mobility. everything else improved as well; my energy, ability to do everyday small tasks, my state of mind, and sleeping. i had always been a very active person. after starting the enbrel, i could  jog again, ride horses, bike, play tennis, etc.
10	moderately effective	keeping me from the effects of menopause.
5	considerably effective	able to curb appetite; lose weight effectively for the 1st two week; feeling energetic at the initial stage
3	ineffective	no benefits in 2 months, no reduction in body hair
6	considerably effective	fast weight loss and increase energy
9	considerably effective	lumigan worked fairly well regulating eye pressure for over five years, however less effectively in the past year. a second drug was added  to further reduce eye pressure.  taken p.m. taken a.m.
5	marginally effective	the medication kept my asthma under control or so i thought.    as an aside, i still have a few left and every so often if i am out of my migraine medication, i will take a and it seems to alleviate the headache.  it was inexpensive.
10	highly effective	decreased depression. decreased anxiety with heart palpitations 
8	highly effective	the medication works very well in conjunction with the gluconate to help calm the extra heart beats.  i started on the medication when i was 19 and am still on it today at age 50.  i've tried other new drugs but always seem to come back to this tried and true one.
6	moderately effective	i felt calmer and my overall outlook was better. it was subtle...still had some nerve problems and anxiety, but my guess is thats because it does not erase problems...but you can tolerate them better over the long haul.
7	considerably effective	prevented pregnancy, acne was lighter, predictable periods
8	highly effective	there was a huge reduction in the number of migraine headaches that i experienced.  before i started on the meds, i was getting migraines 3-4 times per week.  now i get them once or twice a year.  i think the daily meds may even slightly reduce the rate at which a migraine (the rare times that i get them now) comes on.
10	highly effective	it clears the infection in the sinus and lower respiratory tract.  i was coughing badly due to irritation from mucus formed by post nasal drip down the throat.  the phlegm was yellow in colour.
8	considerably effective	completely stopped all heartburn.  do occassionally have an acidic taste in my mouth in the morning, so i suspect that there may be a small amount of reflux still occurring.
9	highly effective	most of the adverse acid reflex symptoms went away after several months of taking the drug. after a full course of treatment, i would only get heartburn and pains if i would abuse the acid triggering foods.
1	ineffective	i did not observe cholesterol lowering although your doctor may decide that, along with diet and exercise, vytorin is right for you. if so, remember to take 1 pill a day in the evening, as your doctor prescribes. take vytorin with or without food the choice is yours.vytorin is a tablet containing two medicines: zetia (ezetimibe) and zocor (simvastatin). vytorin was clinically proven to lower bad cholesterol more than lipitor or zocor alone.
9	highly effective	i used to have a serious acne problems starting from age 14, at 16 i started to see a skin specialist.   after a month of taking this medication i saw a good result, my acne started to clear off within 2 months there were minimal acne, after 4 months no more acne, (just occasionally one or two popped up)  it worked well on by drying up my oil glands so my face were less oily and it helped fixing up my scars as well.
5	considerably effective	for awhile it did prevent cold sores. then i started having frequent chest pains as well as fainting spells. now im finding out from an er physician and the pharmacist i 1. should never have been prescribed this dosage (twice what should be prescribed in per day) and no-one should take acyclovir for this length of time either. i've been told this is the reason for my fainting spells, chest pain, low blood pressure problems, increased kidney (renal) damage, yeast infections and most recently a series of fungal infections.
9	highly effective	not having to worry about taking a pill every day, but simply putting it in forgetting about it for 3 weeks and then take it out and be without for a week.  simply doesnt get any easier than that.
10	highly effective	"permanently: cured of cystic acne.  temporarily:  eliminated blackheads, smoothed skin texture, skin appeared " "."
8	moderately effective	peace of mind that i am doing something to decrease the ms progression.
7	moderately effective	mild anti-depressive effect and general sense of well-being. mild increase in energy and productiveness, easier time staying on task and focusing, directing energy and finishing tasks. more motivated
8	considerably effective	nearly complete control of bipolar condition, except in times of stress. it worked very well for me, even though i tried almost all the ssris over the years.
7	highly effective	since the tumor was receptor positive, the treatment has resulted in any remaining cancer cells to be in remission    the side effects were mild enough that regular activities were not interfered with for the most part.  it was a better alternative for me than taxol chemotherapy which had severe side-effects for me.
10	highly effective	"as soon as i took my first dose, as long as it was during the pre-sore/tingling stage, and continued to my second dose .... my cold sore never really appeared.or, if my cold sore had already started ... and i took my valtrex, the ""blister"" would not get any larger and would go away in half the time if i wasn't taking this medication"
7	considerably effective	did well to get rid og the skin cancer
6	highly effective	keeps me alive during flare-ups!  (they incl pericarditis & pleural effusions, ie inflammation of the lining around the heart and lungs involving lots of fluid for which there isnt space, leading to heart failure and breathlessness - nice...) i can more or less live a normal life, apart from at the start of a flare (and spending hours researching online!).
5	moderately effective	the infection and subsequent pain lessened, though did not disappear completely
7	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were considerable as oxycontin reduced my pain considerably. in the beginning i was advised to take the drug 1 hour before the previous one wore off as it can take up to 1 hour for it to work. the pain however always did go away and therefore relieving me of it and making me feel comfortable again.
8	considerably effective	it was a very strong pain killer.
8	considerably effective	"lexapro immediately reduced my propensity for negative thoughts (e.g., " im not worthy"" / ""everything sucks""). it was almost as if thinking negatively became impossible. consequently, panic attacks and depression diminished greatly.the drug also made me feel overall less tired (i was previously feeling tired all the time). consequently, my sleeping pattern normalized."
10	highly effective	- very light periods- very predictable periods- very short periods- no pms
9	highly effective	sleep very well, at least 8 hours unless something wakes me up. hiatus hernia not there on last endoscopy. major digestion problems gone. some slight acid reflux/indidgestion if eating big/heavy/rich meal. otherwise excellent.not happy with side effects if miss dose or try to come off-very dizzy, sick, hallucinating etc. so have to take without fail before bed every night.
7	moderately effective	patient slept better patient had some decrease in pain
8	considerably effective	stabilized my anxiety during a difficult relationship and grief over loss of opportunity to be a mother. allowed me to keep working and stay in relationship without major breakdown. prevented me from developing panic attacks and developing major depression
1	moderately effective	positive- increased libido
7	considerably effective	concentration and anxiety levels returned to normal were very good. felt so much better on the medication. really noticeable quite quickly the benefits.
1	highly effective	no.  they were harmful to me.
10	highly effective	i was able to do normal daily activities again
9	considerably effective	only moderate improvements noted on the 5g dosage.    improvements much more noticeable at 10g - or after 30 days of taking medication.   less confusion, more awareness in social surroundings, more outward and positive in attitude.
1	considerably effective	i was able to sleep
1	ineffective	i dont think i felt anything positive, no mood change, just the same really although i am smoking a lot less, it does a good job of taking away cravings for nicotine
9	highly effective	the drug dissolved the clots over time and the pain and swelling  mainly subsided unless i was on my feet standing in one place for a long period of time.
4	considerably effective	my headaches were not as severe as they were before i started the medication but i still had headaches, just not as many and not as severe.
1	marginally effective	relief of pain
6	moderately effective	more often than not, i was able to sleep for 3-4 hours of uninterrupted sleep.
10	highly effective	severe case of eczema which cleared almost immediately after starting zyrtec
1	ineffective	none
9	highly effective	it took a while since the dose increases so slowly, but i started to realize that i wasn't reacting so severly to my daily emotional changes. if i was upset about something, i wasn't experiencing the sever mood swings i normally would. my frustration and anger no longer controlled me. a general sense of being able to handle my negative emotions without falling apart. my family noticed a big difference.
10	highly effective	after a rotator cuff injury three years ago i was given for pain and aching that was interfering with sleep. decreased the pain considerably.  i did not have pain or discomfort from the arthritis. i was just told i had some arthritic changes.
10	highly effective	amazing results with minimal side effects.  i suffered from severe headaches for years before finally consulting with a neurologist.  imitrex was life changing because i no longer worried about getting a migraine, which in turn reduced the number i was getting!
9	highly effective	i fast recovered from the virus and felt much better after the second administration of the drug.
9	highly effective	the benefits were remarkable and fast.  before taking the  the patient got very little sleep and consequently was irritable.  after taking the  the restless legs calmed down immediately.  the patient can now go to a movie, take a trip in a car and sleep with a reasonable amount of comfort.  the restless legs are not totally cured, but it is manageable now.  even working 8 hours a day is much more manageable.
10	highly effective	craving reduced.  smoked first week and two days of second week.  find i don't think about having a smoke when first get up or right after eating all the time.  but i still do have cravings at times.  the cravings are manageable.
8	considerably effective	much reduced occurrence of papules and pustules.increased healing time and generally results in a clearer skin.the combination of topical benzoyl peroxide with oral doxycycline seem to synergistic reducing the severity of acne.
1	considerably effective	birth control
10	highly effective	made me feel normal
8	considerably effective	helped decrease reactions to common allergens. i have hay fever every spring and zyrtec helped with the common symptoms of hay fever. helped decrease sneezing, runny nose and decreased reactivity to allergens experienced during the spring season when my allergies are the worst.
1	moderately effective	regulate sleep
3	marginally effective	there was an improvement in the healing time for acne
8	highly effective	effective in helping to control acid reflux
8	highly effective	storage of a drug may not seem important, but betaseron does not have to be refrigerated  which makes it highly portable.  but the main benefit is that the lesions that i was originally diagnosed with did not worsen over time.  in addition,  i have had no new lesions since beginning betaseron.  so this has helped to slow the progress (secondary progressive relapse/remit) and i believe decreased the amount of relapses with residual.  which, if you have ms this is what you aim for.
3	marginally effective	very little benefit, slept a bit better, still got anxiety, cant always sleep, offered valium as well for bad days, good days are wonderful, stressful time isnt over yet so body still goes into panic
10	highly effective	bmi was 36 before i started meridia.  after 4  bmi is 28.  lost 43 pounds.  increased energy and confidence.  another benefit was an increase in alertness and confidence.  i had low blood pressure and was quite passive before, and with the medication felt an increase in energy and heart rate.  my behaviour changed - i became more assertive because i was more impatient than before.
10	highly effective	i took tamiflu as soon as i knew i had contracted swine flu.  while it did not stop the flu in its tracks i did not get seriously ill and my recovery time was quite short.  somo of my friends also contracted swine flu and did not take tamiflu.  two of them became very ill and it was several weeks before they could go back to work.  their general energy levels were low for about 2 months.  by contrast, i was never really bed bound and was out and about after about one week.  i did not experience any longer term effects.
8	considerably effective	improved vaginal lubrication, decreased sensitivity, improved urinary continence, improved urethral tone,
1	ineffective	none. when i was last encountering depression 10 years ago, my doctor gave me some round green pills whose name i can't remember  they worked well, helping numb my depression as i sorted out my life. after recent suicidal feelings regarding a reactive depression to losing my job, my gp prescribed me citalopram. i just wanted something to numb me again as things got better(which they did) but these tablets nearly sent me crazy.
9	highly effective	allergic reactions stopped almost immediately
3	moderately effective	it seemed to begin clearing up my sinuses but stopped taking it because of side effects after 2 days
8	considerably effective	helped me to fall asleep quickly
1	moderately effective	initially did help with sleep. over time tolerance developed and depression and grogginess ensued.
7	moderately effective	generally, lamictal has helped my depression (intense sadness, hopelessness) more than my anxiety (obsessions, excessive worrying). the mood difference is noticeable. my psychiatrist prescribed lamictal to me because, as a mood stabilizer, lamictal is often used to treat resistant depression. considering that i had previously taken seven different medications in failed attempts to treat depression, this was an appropriate choice.
1	ineffective	none, i was very disappointed at the time because the doctor said that it going to take care of my problem. i had no energy.
10	considerably effective	my heart burn was relieved within forty eight hours and continued for the length of the treatment.  i was very satisfied with the results.
7	considerably effective	happier, slept better. the lexapro helped with energy levels and anxiety; the with sleep. together they worked quite well, i thought, as i was peppier during the day and slept well at night. so all in all, i would say that this was an excellent combination for someone suffering from sleep deprivation, which contributed to depression, low energy, and anxiety. i felt cured
10	highly effective	stratterra enabled me to concentrate and focus on tasks at hand.  it makes a world of difference in my daily life.  after four years of using  i would never switch to a different adhd medication.
1	considerably effective	the leg clot would not extend nor would other clots form, potentially causing death.
10	highly effective	improved my quality of life and was able to maintain a job for longer period of time. i have suffered with chronic severe migraines since the age of 4 with severe nausea resulting in 3 to 4 emergency room visits per month. i missed so much school, work and family events that i became unreliable which later brought on depression. i still suffer today 44 years later with them but they are not as severe and i can now function in life somewhat normal. imitrex gave me a chance to live my life the way i wanted to!
10	highly effective	it cleared up my nasal allergies, opened up my nasal passages and stopped post nasal drip.
9	highly effective	improved... focus, concentration, memory, organization, timeliness, mood, patience. improved ability to attend to unpleasant tasks.
9	highly effective	having suffered with depression/anxiety after the break up of my marriage, during which i lost a huge amount of weight, couldnt sleep, was agitated, tearful etc etc. the fluoxetine initially helped me relax and gave me a 'holiday from myself'.  the effects totally calmed me, enabling me to resume my 'normal' life.  i regained my weight and although not totally free from the fluoxetine, have now cut down to every other day and have now been able to resume working.  my experience is that the fluoxetine have taken away the extreme mood swings.
8	considerably effective	lost 15 pounds and did not feel hungry while taking the medicine. on days that i forgot to take a capsule, i did feel hungry and it was not as easy to stick to my diet.
10	highly effective	insomnia, night sweats and hot flashes stopped with in 72 hours.mood has stabilized, memory has improved and i am feeling more focused. libido has returned and skin feels better.
3	marginally effective	ritalin made me get up. for the first time i wanted to work. it gave me the good sensation that i  could do things. i worked and worked like a bee. therefor, depression was a thing of the past when i take this medication. it help my mind to focus and stay sharp.  i can concentrate better with this medication.
9	considerably effective	produced mature follicles for iui cycle.
1	considerably effective	i had taken this medication, cipro, as prescribed by my general practitioner to treat a strep throat infection.  the first time i used this medication, it was very effective with no side effects and after 3 days of taking it, i noticed considerable improvement and then by the time the prescription was totally consumed, probably 10 days worth, the strep throat was gone and all cleared up.  it was the second occasion of treating a similar illness that the side effects were detected.
10	highly effective	i didnt have any symptoms, so i don't feel any better or any worse after being on crestor. my cholesterol has always been high during routine blood tests but around a year ago it had risen to 8 mmol/l (almost 300 ml/dl)and my hdl/ldl ratio was poor. were normal before taking crestor after weight loss.
1	ineffective	none
1	ineffective	none.  it didnt help me sleep.  i was cranky the next day, depressed, and tired.
5	moderately effective	general gradual lowering of cholesterol levels over a period of twelve months
1	marginally effective	i never got pimples, pustules, or anything else associated with this condition.  but maybe i never would have--it is hard to say.the first dermatologist to prescribe it wanted to put me on several weeks of antibiotics.  i really did not want the systemic side effects of that.  also, i oppose the overuse of antibiotics because it leads to resistant bacteria.  so one benefit is that it gave him an alternative to antibiotics.
1	ineffective	none whatsoever as i was only on it for 6 months . i had no health problems prior to taking this drug to help my bone density, it created havoc with my previous good health.
4	marginally effective	fosamax tended to hold the line, i.e., my bone density did not progress rapidly.it never increased the density.  the density decreased gradually.
8	considerably effective	the wellbutrin and effexor alone did improve the depression but the addition of the lamictal really made a significant improvement.  with just the two antidepressants i could still feel down and unmotivated, lethargic, hopeless at times.  but the lamictal prevented me from going down.  i have been diagnosed with dysthymia among other things and i have been told that there might be some sort of cycling akin to what manic-depressives have but of course not to that extreme.  the doctor was concerned initially about my diagnosis - the thought was that the diagnosis i had received  dysthymia  may have been wrong and really i was a manic-depressive (which i am not).  apparently this is a mistake that can be made quite a bit.  this is what i thought was implied.  boy have i been glad that someone came up with 
9	considerably effective	the dizziness subsided, the auras appeared a lot more infrequently
9	highly effective	i'm a college student and it was hard to focus on school work, i would hardly listen to conversations, my reading skills were awful, i felt like i was just scanning the words and not really comprehending.
10	highly effective	only two days after my first injection my life started changing radically!reduced joint swellings. increased mobility. sleeping much better.and i feel better for every day!
5	moderately effective	when i started using it helped for the of bladder infections and also the pain of chronic cystitis. after a few years the side effects became more and the effectiveness of the drug less. i started getting bladder infections more frequently while i was still on the drug.
8	marginally effective	i found that it did nothing for my acid reflux.  only after i changed how, what and when i ate did i recieve instant relief from both the acid reflux and the chronic bronchitis.
3	marginally effective	i experienced some alleviation to the constipation but it was not ongoing.  it was temporary & it was not regular.  i expected that the treatment would be a cure not jsu a temporary relief.
8	considerably effective	increased confidence, more frequent sex, renewed intimacy with partner.
10	highly effective	i suffer with tension and headaches caused by stress. headaches and tension in my back and shoulders, i find that nurofen is the only drug that will subside them releasing the tension and pain. nurofen permits me to continue with my work or daily activities.
10	highly effective	pain was relieved and could sleep with ease
9	highly effective	less severe depression. lessening of anxiety.
8	considerably effective	by taking the pills anytime i feel the vaguest possibility that i might be getting a cold sore, i was able to reduce the number of outbreaks. the outbreaks that i do have (if, for example, i don't take the valtrex in time) seem not as bad as they would be without the valtrex. the outbreaks seem somehow less... viral. as in, the sores may still form, but the entire process of blistering/opening/scabbing doesnt feel quite as much like my face is a nuclear radiation site.
7	moderately effective	the treatment easy and convenient and effective for skin turnover to prevent acne.
10	highly effective	i experienced almost immediate relief of both bursitis in my left thigh and tennis elbow in my right   i also had a strained muscle in lower back area which i also experienced relief from.  the bursitis had been bothering me for quite some time  and mainly at nighttime when i was lying down in bed.  i found it difficult to get comfortable and often used a hot water bottle to soothe it.
2	ineffective	the benefits were i was still depressed but not as bad and anything was better then that  all in all i should of had the anti bipolar med the damn doc thought i was bipolar
8	considerably effective	after 6 weeks began to reduce the itchy swollen eyes.  long distance vision gradually cleared and returned to near normal.  after an additional three weeks the itchiness is continuing to reduce and the distance vision is continuing to improve.  eyes are still itchy but i have gone from putting over-the-counter eye drops in my eyes more than 10x during an eight hour period to about 2x during an eight hour period.  i have improved from barely being able to read the top line of the eye chart to almost normal vision.
7	highly effective	was exposed to an std, this medication got rid of it. was also taking cipro to cure a uti.
3	considerably effective	my infection cleared up within a couple of days.
4	marginally effective	this dosage was supposed to help the thyroid function correctly. however, it appeared to make me more lethargic, even though the blood test showed that it was working correctly. i experienced more benefit from exercise than from taking this mandatory drug.
7	highly effective	considerable reduction in muscle pain and increased energy
7	moderately effective	i had less pain and less stiffness.
7	considerably effective	easy to take (1 pill before bed), noticably helped me think more clearly, speak better, organize thoughts so i could accomplish small projects.  before the aricept, i couldnt sort things (laundry, paperwork, bills), couldnt remember to eat, brush teeth, shower, etc.
8	considerably effective	made an acne mask with aspirin, yea not conventional but it helps buff the skin and i hear it has healing properties. you can add aloe vera gel to it for soothing properties. aspirin is said to prolong ur life, i read that once but can't remember where i think it was on the news...or some news article
7	moderately effective	seemed to numb me up and help for sleeping without discomfort while sleeping. still woke up a couple times with some achy ness.
1	ineffective	in only took the pill for a month, so i do not think it was enough time to see the benefits.
9	considerably effective	more motivated and focused to accomplish daily activities, increased feelings of energy and decreased feelings of uselessness
3	considerably effective	in the beginning my seizures seemed to decrease, however at the time i was also on depakote and diamox as well as valium for right temporal lobe epilepsy; my doctor added before he started weaning me off the depakote and diamox. i was feeling a lot better on all those meds. then just the 
8	considerably effective	stopped steady weight gain, lethargy and insomnia. also seemed to help with my problems with poor circulation and generalized brain fog (inability to focus).
8	considerably effective	pristiq elevated mood and energy levels.
8	considerably effective	increased energy and memory.  levothyroxine treatment alone was not working well.  the combination works much better.
10	highly effective	stabilized mood, allowed for clearer thinking, improved sleep pattern, felt less anxious, made world look bright again.
9	considerably effective	i was able to breathe much easier with this inhaler.
9	highly effective	"i have debilitating panic attacks. after i was on zoloft for a couple of weeks i noticed a substantial difference. i no longer felt the ""looming dread"" that comes with a panic attack and i just felt calmer and more in control than before. i was finally able to get my life back and felt more at ease."
10	highly effective	it was calming within a very short time.  at the onset of an attack, just having the medicine on hand was calming. it began to work very quickly after taking it.
9	highly effective	dilantin provided control of seizures(mostly petits) as these were more frequent.generally, the drug is still as effective as when first introduced to me so there has been little need for increasing the dosage.it was imperative in my treatment, though, that the drug be non generic only.
8	considerably effective	zyrtec helped to control my runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing throughout the spring allergy season. it also proved useful as an antihistamine whenever i had similar symptoms after the normal allergy season (march through april).
10	highly effective	within 3-4 weeks i had no depression and less hyperactivity; i was better able to organize my work and accomplish daily tasks; it regulated my sleep cycle. i told my husband that this must be what 'normal' (non-depressed, non-adhd) adults feel like.
7	moderately effective	elevation of mood and clarity of thought.  progress stalled out at 300 mg, but with increase to 450 mg can tell the difference.  im able to finally think and plan ahead and chip away at all the clutter i've not been able to deal with which accumulated while depressed.
9	highly effective	i was actually throwing up a couple of times a week during the night. found i had barretts and the treatment cleared up the barretts after about 5 years.
10	highly effective	medications for the graves disease were not keeping the thyroid levels at a constant state. had to continually change dosage. the medication for hyperthyroid also can cause birth defects. i was anticipating having children within a few years. i went in and had the radio active iodine. after one month my thyroid was destroyed. had tried generic brands of synthroid but was still experiencing changes in my thyroid level. my doctor prescribed only name brand and it has been at a consistent level for at least 5 years.
9	considerably effective	improved joint stiffness, less fatigue, better mobility, less pain and joint swelling, improved mood because of improved mobility
8	considerably effective	the first time i took it the cold sore ended up just slightly smaller than they usually are. the second time it was about 1/2 the size. the third time it got red and itchy but it didnt actually blister. the forth time i didnt take the medication because it was only the size of a small pimple. i used to get them about every 4 to 6 weeks but the last one came about 4 months after the previous one.
10	highly effective	i saw measurable difference in reduction of blackheads and pore size. i was also really happy with the evening of pigmentation. i had sun and age spots as well as and  saw a huge difference in the lightening of all these problems.  my skin had a much better over all tone a seemed to become firmer over time.
7	considerably effective	the ibuprofen gel would enable instant relief as it could be applied topically and carried around easily in ones pocket/bag.the sr tablets tended to work quite quickly therefore providing quick relief. i also used an ice pack which combined with the other treatments mentioned gave me round the clock relief.
5	considerably effective	"it effectively stopped migraine at the ""aura"" stage.  no need to take any additional medications."
10	highly effective	with the treatment i feel less tired and more energetic.i comeback to my normal weight and i stop losing my hair. also i do not get cold as i use to.
8	highly effective	opened airways to help breath
9	moderately effective	anti-inflammatory effect on my joints helped a lot especially my spine.[nsaid]helps relieve pain/swelling of arthritis,so you're able to use you're joints more easily.  the misoprostol helps protect the stomach from upset and ulcers.
6	considerably effective	"the adderall allows me to focus and study better.  i definitely function better while taking it.  i am prescribed to take it ""as needed"" which means that i don't take it everyday.  i tend to take it most school days (med school) and take more of it during testing times.  i am prescribed to take it up to 3 times a day, but i rarely have taken that much."
9	considerably effective	severe long term depression and anxiety were alleviated.
8	considerably effective	ability to focus, not become so disoriented.  able to think more clearly.
1	considerably effective	it did help to control bladder infections.
8	highly effective	the benefits of seasonale is that you only have your period once every three months.
10	highly effective	prevented infection of surgically sewn gums.  they cut my gums and pulled them down further over the teeth and added a laboratory grown skin product to make the gum larger.  i also used this bottle when they put caps on my teeth, just to prevent infection.
9	highly effective	effectively lowers blood pressure with very few side effects and no cough, no drowsiness and no sexual problems of any kind!!!
6	moderately effective	less pain in joints, better mobility.  better able to perform tasks of daily living.  less stiffness.
9	highly effective	the ranitidine was very effective in relieving my symptoms of acid reflux.  after several months of treatment my stomach, which previously felt nauseated on a daily basis, felt much better and very rarely caused me discomfort.
8	considerably effective	sleeping was possible.  it works well without making me sleepy the next day like ambien did.  it also works quickly as long as you lie down right away.
8	considerably effective	the infection that developed at the site of my oral surgery subsided and this allowed the wound to begin to heal.
7	considerably effective	felt better after 3 days...... ... ....... .... ...... ...... ...............
10	highly effective	loss of appetite  feeling of well being,satiety with small portions of food.
10	highly effective	extremely better clarity of mind.  much higher energy.  more strength.  more optimism.  more vigor.
9	considerably effective	i started using along with a treatment of peroxide and alpha hydroxy lotion as part of a regimen to attempt to clear up ongoing, stubborn adult acne. within about five or six days my skin started clearing up.
1	marginally effective	small improvement in cholesterol level
1	considerably effective	decreased the number of acne lesions.
8	considerably effective	eased the leg pain.  i had full range of motion in knee.
10	highly effective	levoxyl improved lab results, but i still felt tired, had dry skin and some constipation. adding fine tuned treatment and all symptoms resolved.
10	highly effective	lowered blood pressure
6	moderately effective	i have taken this drug for four years, with a hiatus of about 1 year because i was afraid of dire side affects that had been widely advertised, having to do with the deterioration of jaw bone. the alendronate did not seem to stop the slow progression of my osteopenia, as measured by yearly bone density scans. i tried a regular exercise program, using a vibration machine   and that stopped the progression of my osteopenia. i stopped the alendronate medication, thinking the exercise was more helpful and i was afraid of side effects.  however, the exercise alone did not work. i have re-started the alendronate medication and am hoping that the combination of the medication and exercise will help.
4	highly effective	to treat add.  to sudden impulsive behavior   to help me focus on things that i had to do.  to help me retain information that i was studying in school.  to help me stop putting things off that were important for me to finish.  to help improve my relationships.
9	considerably effective	i had felt very tired all the time before i started taking the medication.  also my skin and hair seemed to be very dry.  i have noticed a significant improvement in my energy level since taking the medication.  also my skin and hair have both improved over time.
9	considerably effective	significant reduction in pain and stiffness with 24 hours, lasting about a week.  am going to ask my doctor if it is possible to change to weekly injections, as am now alternating between happiness and misery on a weekly basis, as the effect wears out after seven days.
8	considerably effective	"this drug definately does have an effect on depression.  i went on a trip and while i had enough for the duration of the trip, i ran out the day i returned and was unable to get the refill for several days.  i noticed a significant change in my mood and affect and began experiencing symptoms of depression again.  although i tried to keep a ""stiff upper lip"" my husband noticed the change."
9	highly effective	reduced the pain.
10	highly effective	i had graves disease in 1990 which indicated that my thyroid function was way too high.  the symptoms were anxiety, sleeplessness, depression and restlessness. i was administered an uptake test and i received radioactive iodine therapy to slow down my thyroid function.  this threw me into a state of low thyroid function.  balances my thyroid function to normal and the negative symptoms disappeared.
8	considerably effective	metformin restored my periods , got rid of the cysts on my ovaries and help me lose weight , restored insulin levels
7	highly effective	i had smoked for 20 years and despite repeated quit attempts using zyban (bupropion), nicotine patches (and nicotine gum, lozenges etc), i had never managed to stay quit for long. chantix enabled me to quit my 10 cigar a day habit with minimal craving and after the first week of treatment i really didnt feel the urge to smoke anymore.
9	highly effective	it cured the mrsa. major downside was high price. the resulting yeast infection was a bit irritating but not unexpected.i would highly recommend zyvox to anyone with this particular strain of mrsa.
4	moderately effective	the doctor prescribed this drug to help with my blood pressure problem. it was moderately high, around 140/100, but i didnt like the side effects. i decided to try losing some weight to improve blood pressure and it seems to be getting better. it is now about 130/95 and will probably continue to fall.
4	marginally effective	lowered blood sugar readings some what. generally speaking i feel it has few benefits, however i feel it may have some way balanced my hormones... increased my sex drive i think but not sure.
8	considerably effective	subsided panic attacks,(although not always)
7	moderately effective	i thought the medication did an okay job.  my anxiety never entirely disappeared, but there was a noticeable reduction.  the medication would probably have been more effective had it been combined with a talking therapy, but it was not.
7	moderately effective	improved skin condition. blackheads are noticeably smaller and the the pores are not as noticeable.  fine wrinkles have been minimized. my skin is no longer so oily which i like.
7	considerably effective	overal improvement in mood, cognitions and physical symptoms. feelings of helplessness, worthlessness gradually subsided. negative cognitions e.g. suicidal ideations were diminished  although it took a while for it to happen
9	considerably effective	i am more able to stay on task and finish what i start.   i don't make so many mistakes in the details of my work.  i am more able to concentrate consistantly on a project and not get so easily distracted.  i am more confident that my work will be done well and in a timely manner.
6	moderately effective	join pain and swelling
8	highly effective	"cleared up my acne vulgaris (acne turned into a big boil) and also coincidentally helped manage my lung condition. usually i take ciprofloxacin twice a day, two weeks on and two weeks off for my cf, in addition to azithromycin every day..but when i am off the cipro i find that my lung condition very gradually deteriorates when i am not on cipro. my finding was that when i was off the cipro, and on the doxycycline, the doxycycline happen to help ""maintain""or slow down the exacerbation of my lung condition."
2	moderately effective	i was experiencing nausea without vomiting. the doctor prescribed 3x daily.  the first day the nausea was largely alleviated by the taking the 
5	moderately effective	it was helpful in reducing the severity on my life-long extremely dry, flaky, itchy skin. it was recommended that i be certain to apply it directly after a shower, when the skin still retains some of it's moisture from the shower itself. this is true for all lotions, but seemed particularly helpful with the lac  unfortunately, though it was more helpful than many lotions i've used, the benefits did not warrant the higher price of the product. ultimately, i've found better results with the much cheaper and even cruel moisturizing lines.
10	highly effective	improve the skin appearance making it thicker and more resistent to enviroment agressions besides acne lesions for those who suffer the disease are drastic reduce making even the skin appearance looking it softer and radiant
8	considerably effective	hair loss was abated and some regrowth occurred but not on the crown area. also hair thickness and strength appeared better.
1	ineffective	none.  my ldl level did not drop.
9	highly effective	within 4 days my skin became visibly smoother, pore size was markedly reduced very quickly and after just a few weeks there was increased firmness and generally younger looking skin. crows feet and forehead lines also diminished  skin strength was greatly improved and i did not need to where make-up to hide imperfections as much, my skin looked more polished.
8	highly effective	with using generic finasteride there's no doubt that further hair loss has been prevented in my case.  before beginning on this, my hair loss was rapidly escalating, both at the front and back, and this ceased and slightly reversed once started, and hasn't progressed since.
6	considerably effective	less sneezing, headaches, and stuffy noses.
10	highly effective	i started using retin-a after the birth of my second child when i broke out with adult acne.  at the time it was not advertised as an anti aging cream and as i was only 26 or so i really wasn't concerned about wrinkles. because of the warning of photosensitivity increase to sun exposure i used sunscreen daily (i lived in tampa,fl). now at the age of 62 i have gorgeous skin. yes, i love products but my basic regimen has not changed. cleansing,sunscreen and retinol-aat bedtime. i had been on hrt for 10 years  so that should be factored in to the equation.
10	highly effective	after suffering with chronic insomnia for the majority of my adult life, and after all of the popular sleep meds failed, i found xyrem and it has changed my life. i am now in control of when i go to sleep and when i wake. the depression (beck index: 28) vanished after 3 weeks of treatment (beck index: 5). anxiety has also abated. loss of fat, increase in muscle size and strength. improved energy. improved interaction with friends and family.
3	ineffective	don't believe that i took it long enough to really tell if it was working. i had an allergic reaction shortly after i started taking it.
7	highly effective	totally reduced anxiety around presenting information to groups.  made it possible to think clearly and give an effective class.
9	highly effective	greater energy, almost twice as much faster recovery from excercises and workouts. much reduced muscle and joint pain compared to pre treatment, losing some weight, appetite control and feeling satisfied with less food. less junk food cravings.
7	considerably effective	sun damage (freckles on forehead) have gone, wrinkles are less
8	highly effective	hair came back from a thinning status and a visible scalp through the hair to a much thicker condition with little visible scalp through the hair..confidence back. i no longer look older than i feel and think my overall esteem has been improved
5	marginally effective	none
4	considerably effective	i prevented pregnancy
10	highly effective	i have seen a great improvement since taking zoloft.  i am a classic type a person and tend toward anxiety when i have alot going on in my personal and professional life.  i asked my physician about zoloft when my second child was 2 years old and i was under alot of stress at work.  i sleep much better, am more even tempered, and more optimistic when taking zoloft.  another benefit, probably due to my anxiety being under control, is that i think more clearly.  i don't become distracted as easily and find it easier to stay focused on projects at work.
7	considerably effective	treatment benefits consisted of weight gain after pronounced weight loss due to thyroid tumor.  although the patient felt that there was a greater weight gain than she desired.
5	moderately effective	hair loss almost stopped, although minor loss continued.
9	highly effective	due to unresponsiveness to acetaminophen and negative side effects from aspirin and ibuprofen, i was given a prescription to percocet.  this did a wonderful job reliving the pain.  i now live a pain free life.
10	considerably effective	within a month of starting treatment eyelashes started to grow thicker, longer and darker
10	highly effective	i lost ten pounds in the first month.  i was given 90 more days....and doing well.
7	moderately effective	on amlodipine  controlled bp but occasional spikes of when dose should have controlled all day, doctor prescribed hydrochlorothiazide as well in response.
10	highly effective	i usually wake up in the middle of the night with a migraine.  i take a zomig immediately and usually within an hour the pain is gone.  i've been taking zomig for over a decade and wont go anywhere without them.
9	highly effective	after having a severe outbreak of psoriasis enbrel was the only one that cleared it up in about a month. been on medication almost three years and still have some psoriasis flare ups but not as bad as it was before. maybe caused more due to stress. also joint swelling and pain in my legs have gone away still feel fatigued sometimes but common with the disease.
8	highly effective	i felt more stable in my daily activities; more capable of handling stress; and better able to successfully complete my daily responsibilities of working nights, parenting three children and keeping a house running at an acceptable level.
3	moderately effective	reduced discomfort from ulcer.
6	considerably effective	using nasonex improved my sneezing, runny nose and stuffiness from year round allergies.  i no longer had to carry tissues with me everywhere i went.  my sleep improved and i was more alert at work.
7	moderately effective	methotrexate kept the ra from progressing rapidly. pain, swelling and stiffness were noticeably less when taking medication. it did not stop ra progress completely. in addition, arthritis nodules did develop.
8	considerably effective	facial redness decreased within the first month. facial flushing was decreased.
8	considerably effective	yes would recommend this drug for people with mild depression,
2	marginally effective	"a feeling of relaxed euphoria; i.e., not worrying about anything and feeling slightly ""buzzed"""
10	highly effective	some decrease in headaches   however, now all these years later taking estradiol, i look younger than my friends and my skin is in much better condition.  im not wrinkle free, but have fewer than most women my age who have not had hormone therapy.
9	highly effective	the treatment effectively got rid of my infection and also alleviated my pain after taking twice(on day).
8	considerably effective	considerable weight loss, increased energy, decreased appetite,
10	highly effective	after intolerable side effects of an anti depressant it relaxed my stomach (stopped vomiting) relaxed muscles so constant shaking and shivering subsided,helped me sleep and for me to actually have normal and relaxed thoughts.taken when needed from normal anxiety it just relaxes body and mind... it's long lasting nature often means that
9	highly effective	more restful sleep. which helped me to be more alert during the day and less nervous and panicky thinking about my inability to sleep at night knowing i had to work the next day.
8	highly effective	i had severe depression with agitation and mixed-state bipolar hypomania. i was insomniac. i took abilify for 3 mos, and then i upped it to 
1	ineffective	releved pain for 1 hour but then has no more effect and caused pain not relief possibly of `the fast i had high blood but did not read it has high sodium, (low sodium diet for over 3 years)
7	considerably effective	kept the high blood pressure normal. of course patient has also changed lifestyle - exercising four times a week, eating light sodium and low calorie foods. diet of vegetables and fish or white chicken, fruits and grains, no red meats. we believe it is both lifestyle and medication that have lowered the high blood pressure.
10	highly effective	acute pain in tooth subsided normally within 30 minutes, and the relief lasted 6-8 hours.  allowed me to sleep the entire night without being awakened by the return of pain.i was later prescribed codeine after the procedure, which only dulled the pain to half intensity.
10	highly effective	it effectively slowed my hair loss dramatically. my barber of 15 years says my hair has not changed. i notice slight loss over the years, but i still have a lot of hair whereas i would most certainly be bald without it!
10	highly effective	completely eliminated anxiety disorder characterized by panic attacks and generalized anxiety after dosage of 50 mg/day was taken.  downside was that while on 25 mg/day start up dose for the first  7 days anxiety was extremely worsened and almost unbearable.
7	considerably effective	my head felt very clear for the first time in years. i didnt get rattled as easily. mood stabilizer is a very good description of it. i was able to get motivated, and not feel the world was ending every time something went wrong. i lost the desire to spend money in a ridiculous fashion.
5	ineffective	there were none that i know. still has stereopsis   had to stop because of the stomach effect.
10	highly effective	anxiety greatly diminished shortly after taking alprazolam.  the alprazolam was also effective in calming the mind prior to sleep.  i have taken alprazolam for anxiety attacks, worrisome and obsessive thinking and in order to fall asleep.
10	highly effective	the stuff works like a charm--fast and effective.
1	moderately effective	none
7	considerably effective	panic attacks and depression completely alleviated; true 'happy pills'. i wish i could keep on taking them indefinitely as i am in a life situation which can't be readily changed in the foreseeable future, where i am unhappy and stressed, which can and does lead to depression and negative, sometimes suicidal, thoughts. i found sertraline completely ineffective for my ibs.
8	highly effective	it is extremely, powerful antibiotic, which give immediate effect with in two hours.
8	considerably effective	ability to concentrate and order thoughts, capacity to work effectively, organise home life, i was able to start tertiary study again and complete assignments and exams where i wasn't able to before due to concentration and motivation issues caused by my condition
6	marginally effective	not sure if it is effective or not.  pain is gone in the morning but steadily increases as the day progresses.  i am virtually unable to function by evening.  i think i may ask my physician to prescribe an additional to be taken in the afternoon to see if that prevents the pain rebound in the afternoon.
10	highly effective	almost immediate (i.e. within 15 minutes) relieve of severe nerve and/or muscle pain in neck, shoulder &/or lower back. these patches work like a miracle for me, although others who have used them say they offered no relief for muscle or nerve or shingles pain.  i have bone spurs in my neck which sometimes irritate the nerves in my neck and cause excruciating pain ... also periodic sciatica and shoulder and upper & lower pack pain from an auto accident.  chiropractic and message helps, but these patches are used when those interventions fail to bring about sufficient relief ... especially for the nerve pain in my neck. i use them only as a last resort.
7	considerably effective	overall acid reduction; however, it could be sporadic.  with taking the medication, still had to watch diet and avoid triggering foods.  at times, the medication was not effective.
9	highly effective	i went from being in extreme pain and sometimes almost immobile to being able to go back to work at a physical job
10	highly effective	i was taking this drug as birth control, and it has been extremely effective.  (no children, yet!) the fact that you only need to take it four times a year is great, so it is difficult to miss a dose. (unlike the pill, which you take everyday, and missing it even once alters it's effectiveness.)  as an added bonus, i no longer have my period, which were extremely painful and disrupted my life for a whole week every month.  i no longer suffer from pms symptoms, either.  i can not complain about this drug at all.
9	considerably effective	significantly helped in reducing congestion and headaches. incidence of illness and or secondary sinus infections were reduced.
9	highly effective	my acne has been greatly reduced and my skin is a lot clearer. i also found that my skin is less oily. i saw these results within the first month of using the product.
6	highly effective	i have good relief of sneezing, dripping nose, chesty cough, dry throat until a couple of months ago
1	considerably effective	at first i loved this drug. panic attacks were getting under control and i didnt feel druggy or fuzzy headed.
10	highly effective	within 2 weeks obsessional thoughts were less, so much so that she could return to work, she increased dosage slowly over a few months to maximum with marked improvement in her obsessional thinking and she was able to complete a masters degree. after one year slowly decreased dose. would definately take it again if obsessional thinking returns in the future
10	highly effective	was able to gain control after receiving the injection form of the medication.was helpful in decreasing agitation psychosis,delusions.at the end of the required time in seclusion and after giving medication time to take effect patient was able to return to facility population without any further problems.was able to maintain in a calm manner,much less agitated and was able to meet to staff to discuss ideas.
1	ineffective	there were no benefits that i could perceive.  the hair loss continued but worst of all the side-effects from this drug are severe and permanent.  this is very disturbing!
8	highly effective	i never really had any complications with my disease. it seemed to help treat the ulcers in my colon. it also let me be able to eat normal foods because when a person has ulcerative colitis they have to monitor what they eat and usually have to eat bland foods. it really helped me a lot but the side effects took away from the overall rating. the side effects most likely worsened because i was on the drug for a long period of time.
4	moderately effective	less anxiety, emotional stability
9	considerably effective	this worked better than an estrogen patch.  i felt better and virginal atrophy was almost cleared up.
8	highly effective	when the drug wears off pain starts to increase to an almost intolerable level after taking 1 dose the pain is swept away and left feeling almost 100% better. but i must take 2nd dose in 12 hrs, to keep pain at bay.
3	marginally effective	i'm told it opens airways, but also hear there are neg side effects. without it, im a bi more wheezy  but not much.
8	considerably effective	dramatic increase in eyelash growth and thickness, eyelashes became noticably longer after four weeks, with good growth experienced at the 12 week (3 month mark).
7	moderately effective	the resulting small, fluid-filled blisters (vesicles) most commonly occur on the palms and fingers of your hands and on the soles and toes of your feet. the blisters usually last for three to four weeks.the blisters often cause intense itching. scratching the blisters can damage the skin and, in some cases, lead to infection. once the blisters dry, they often leave cracks and painful grooves (fissures) in your skin.risk occurs twice as often in women as in men. other risk factors include:    * stress, because appears to be more common during times of stress    * exposure to metal salts, such as chromium, cobalt and nickel usually through cement or mechanical work    * having seasonal allergies, such as hay fever    * frequently exposing your skin to water or other wet substances
8	highly effective	avage contributed to maximum exfoliation to treat both hyperpigmentation and minimization of lines, creases and wrinkles. it also helped to minimize pore size and added a more radiant look to my skin (it was very dull and drab).
10	highly effective	ability to sleep though the night decreasing joint/muscle pain and cramps allowing for a more productive day
8	highly effective	suppression of cough
7	moderately effective	better thought process - clear thinking better sleep at night less anxious
8	considerably effective	the only complete relief from one sided headache and nausea
8	highly effective	greatly improved the sense of urgency. i usually had to urinate every 20-30 minutes. now i can go as long a 2-3 hours. i find i need to take it as soon as i get up for the best results.  if i wait i have a morning of running to the bathroom. i used to get up around 3-4 times a night and now get up only once.
10	highly effective	no further hot flushes and palpitations, no mild panic attacks ,much improved sleep pattern, skin tone improved, much more positive attitude and general wellbeing, lowered cholesterol, and loss of weight gained prior to hrt, and also feel that my joints and flexibility has been maintained as physically i really am in much better shape and stronger than non hrt taking friends, and i am not an exerciser but am very  paint the house, walk the dog etc
10	highly effective	i feel like a new person. i've had an mri and all sorts of other tests and no one can find anything wrong with my right hip. i believe i tore the hip flexor several years ago in a yoga class and it never healed properly. sitting at a desk for work aggravates the pain, and i bike every day which isnt good for it either. additionally from sitting every day, my upper back and shoulders are often in pain. celebrex took all aches away, and took my hip pain from a constant worrying sharp pain, down to a very mild twinge. love it.
9	considerably effective	the sores and scabs healed quite quickly once started on the medication.  problem was misdiagnosed for about 2 weeks, before a new diagnosis was obtained.there were no side effects physically while taking the medication.  quick recovery process.
10	highly effective	30 year smoker at 1.5 packs per day
6	moderately effective	solodyn contains minocycline and is formulated to be taken once a day. this was very convenient and easy to remember. it can be taken with or without food. the seemed to reduce the number of inflammatory lesions, and reduced irritation and itching was considerably.
7	considerably effective	relieved depression.
6	moderately effective	the course of treatment reduced the severity and the frequency of the neck pain and migraines by about 50%.
7	moderately effective	alleviated deep depression.
9	considerably effective	the small pimples that accompany dermatitis clear much more quickly with   the dry, red, irritated patches might be slightly calmed by the  but topical cortisone is needed to clear them.
9	highly effective	i have been on every ssri made- trial after disappointing trial since i was 19. this is the first medication that has worked for any length of time. (paxil worked for a short period of time but maxed out w/o further benefit even with augmentation).
1	moderately effective	my fever was reduced but just for a while, as i threw up almost every 30 minutes after taking the medication and and until i emptied my stomach, the nausea was constant with every intake of the drug .
10	highly effective	i have had a cough for 15 years i related to allergies, plus post nasal drip that kept me up at night coughing.  had sinus infections every year and then twice a year, went to dr and would be on antibiotics for 10 days or so and get better.  well i finally went to a specialist and all the previous years i thought i was better, i was not.  my sinus were so infected he said i had a chronic sinus infection which was probably 4 years old.  he treated me for months with antibiotics and still could not clear up infection.  sent me to ear, nose , throat dr. and he wanted to do surgery right away.  that was 2 months ago.  after using the flonase in combination with singular i have not had any problems.  post nasal drip gone!!! which is a huge blessing.  wish i had this nasal spray 10 years ago.
9	considerably effective	significant reduction in acne lesions.  the size, frequency and severity of the lesions was reduced in the first week of use.
10	highly effective	treatment benefits were pregnancy prevention and regulation of menstrual cycle.
10	highly effective	i have had 1-2 sinus infections anually, compared to one every 4-6 weeks prior.  i had sinus surgery, the most painful experience in my life, some 20 years ago. i cannot recall the last infection i have had since beginning this treatment.
3	considerably effective	got rid of the infection completely.
7	considerably effective	definite lowering of feet and leg pain, numbness and foot-sensory control.  however due to the length of diagnostic time required and the progressiveness of the problem, cymbalta (in a.m.) and lyrica (in p.m.) work well together.  the neuropathy does not both me at night, once i am laying down and settled.
7	moderately effective	the ranitidine can be taken at any, time throught out the day, with or without food, but should be taken with lots of water. can try 30 mag first then 60 mg etc.it can be taken up to 4 times per day.
10	highly effective	good for sleep and to ease a tension headache and restlessness. you should take it only at bedtime  don't take it before driving a car. for me there are no side effects because of low dose probably. ideal to balance your mood and improve your life quality.
7	considerably effective	+easier to get up and get going in the morning.+increased self esteem.+increased confidence.+some mood stabilization.+significant decrease in skin-picking.+increased overall energy.+reduction in feelings of guilt and avoidance.+enhanced social capacity: less inhibited, more likely to engage in conversation, more interested in others, less sensitive to surroundings, more open and increased assertiveness.
1	highly effective	none
9	considerably effective	pain relief that was seen within 30 minutes.  if migraine was not reduced then a second 25 mg tablet is taken after the 30 minutes.
1	ineffective	absolutely none. my original dr. prescribed me xanax, which, for me, is a life-saver. new dr. wouldn't put me on it, so i got klonopin instead,  3x's/day). after klonopin made me sleepy, i asked for the only other bz he was willing to prescribe,(ativan),and w/in one week was going through massive w/drawals from the lack of potency of the drug. so, back on klonopin and the problems went away like that. may as well have been a sugar pill. needless to say, i found a dr. to prescribe xanax, and have had no problems since.
6	moderately effective	i was able to get rid of an infection that had been bothering for awhile.
10	highly effective	chronic pain from degenerated cervical vertebra. bulging discs indenting the dural sac reaching the cord from c5/7 without cord compromise pinching nerve roots bilateral c6. c7/t1 and t 2 anterolisthesis
3	considerably effective	the ativan decreased my anxiety so that i was able to sleep through the night.
10	highly effective	oily skin & hair reduced, clear skin, long lasting results!
3	ineffective	i was given this birth control to help stabilize my hormones to aid in clearing up my acne.  i never saw a significant improvement in my acne.
9	considerably effective	zithromax was to cure the bacterial infection that was located in my lungs. the drug also cured a minor cut infection.
7	considerably effective	treated hypomanic systems, reduced impulsivity; reduced cravings for alcohol; reduced irratibility; loss of weight (15 lbs); more stable moods;
1	ineffective	there were no benefits to this treatment.
10	highly effective	cessation of hot flashes, vaginal dryness.  the patch is clean and always delivers the same amount of medication, so it is very reliable
4	considerably effective	eliminated urinary tract infection symptoms
8	highly effective	no irregular cycles right now, very little cramping or other pms symptoms.
10	highly effective	clearing of sinus infection and bronchitis.  used a few times for same problem, sometimes after trial of (which did nothing) or doxycycline which  also did very little.
9	highly effective	the treatment benefits were that my cholesterol levels went from 9 to the 4-5 level.  this was demonstrated by regular blood test results.
10	highly effective	i have had eustachian tube pain in my neck for about 2 years most days, and almost everyday this last year.  this is the only thing that has ever worked to relieve the pain, and as a benefit it helped with some mild allergies.  love it
3	considerably effective	was to prevent thinning of bones
10	considerably effective	eliminated physical craving for alcohol. relaxing. reduced anxiety. lowered blood pressure and heart rate.i had been unable to taper off or quit drinking alcohol for over 3 years, and drinking was affecting my work and home life. i was frightened of the severe anxiety when i would try to stop drinking. working with my pcp we agreed on this treatment  which worked.
6	moderately effective	depression was alleviated to a functional degree.i wasn't in lala land but was able to get out of bed and care for my children. i was never suicidal or violent
9	highly effective	i have suffered from acne for 10+ years, and let me tell you, accutane is the only thing that's worked for me.  improvement in skin in days... clear skin in a couple weeks.  i have tried almost every treatment out there, and no results have compared to those i got from using accutane.  take it from someone who's suffered a long time: try it and you wont be sorry.  be wary of some of the possible side effects, though.  i didnt experience anything too drastic, but everyone's different.
10	highly effective	i had very earache, which made me unable to work. high-dose aspirin did not help, nor did paracetamol. however, ibuprofen worked perfectly: my pain was lately as long as the tablet taken twas effective. only about half an hour before i was allowed to take the next tablet did my earache start again. i was very happy!!
1	marginally effective	initially, lexapro helped alleviate some of the stress i was experiencing. i noticed that situations that would normally aggravate me (i.e. stress of work, children, college assignments,etc.) i was able to handle better.
10	highly effective	i had a complete hysterectomy at age 52 and started hrt to avoid the immediate menopause which occurred right after surgery. unfortunately the hospital staff put me on the estrogen patch which did not work and i was miserable the first couple of nights with severe hot flashes and poor sleep waking up often with soaked clothes and the sensation of itching everywhere during the day. once my gyn doc changed me over to premarin  everything adverse disappeared and i enjoyed no menopausal hot flashes,mood swings, loss of sleep, vaginal dryness and my skin benefited as well, no lines or wrinkles and good elasticity.
10	highly effective	it alleviated my gastroesophageal reflux disease(gerd)symptoms as long as i took the medicine as prescribed by the doctor,one capsule, once a day.
7	highly effective	i regained my hearing after a virus caused sudden sensorineural hearing loss in my left ear by taking prednisone.
3	moderately effective	"after taking  then lisinopril, began diovan, first 80 mg, then 160. the ""ace"" cough disappeared with the 80 mg almost immediately. however morning surge bp continued."
4	ineffective	no change in acne despite 15 days of usage -- probably antibiotic resistant.
9	highly effective	completely took away my severe chronic body pain. i was able to sleep at night and was not fatigued during the day. you have to be very careful with the dosage and slowly increase it, but it is completely worth it.
8	highly effective	the patient felt good. he was relieved of his symptoms. he felt les tired may be becuse of reassurance.the aspirin tablets are known in india as blood thinner. the drug is to even at a doubt of heart condition.the is a mild sedative without much sie effects this is proved a good drug for over anxious patients.
10	highly effective	topamax greatly reduced severe migraines that were occurring almost daily and it  seemed to greatly lessen the hypersensitivity of my brain to overreact to triggers that caused my migraines(stress, changes in barometric pressure,certain food,smells,noise, and light),stabled moods,reduced irritability, increased weight loss .
4	highly effective	quick weightloss
6	marginally effective	quick weight loss
9	highly effective	if used regularly, this treatment eliminates the white and rough spots my daughter gets all over her arms and hands (and in some cases, her legs).
10	highly effective	quit smoking in 90 days
8	highly effective	almost completely stopped seizures
8	considerably effective	definite improvement in mood, particularly at the beginning of treatment. much better stability with moods and pms symptoms in particular. i do think that i don't feel it is as effective now as when i started but still feel better than without it and would not stop treatment.
8	considerably effective	"venlafaxine is a bicyclic antidepressant, and is usually categorized as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor  , but it has been referred to as a serotonin-norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor. it works by blocking the transporter ""reuptake"" proteins for key neurotransmitters affecting mood, thereby leaving more active neurotransmitters in the synapse. the neurotransmitters affected are serotonin (5  and norepinephrine (noradrenaline). additionally, in high doses it weakly inhibits the reuptake of dopamine, with recent evidence showing that the norepinephrine transporter also transports some dopamine as well, implying that snris may also increase dopamine transmission. this is because snris work by inhibiting reuptake, i.e. preventing the serotonin and norepinephrine transporters from taking their respective neurotransmitters back to their storage vesicles for later use. if the norepinephrine transporter normally recycles some dopamine too, then snris will also enhance dopaminergic transmission. therefore, the antidepressant effects associated with increasing norepinephrine levels may also be partly or largely due to the concurrent increase in dopamine (particularly in the prefrontal cortex)."
10	highly effective	"i have had svt's all my life.  it was only when i turned 24 that i sought treatment for them as they usually were linked with a syncope episode.  i was originally put on the grandfather of beta/alpha blockers inderal.  while this drug was effective at treating my migraines, it was not particularly effective at controlling my palpitations and it tended to lower my blood pressure too much.  i always felt tired and had little energy on this drug.  at 24 years of age i was not happy to have the energy of a 65 year-old.  next came atenolol and (when i was pregnant).  i also had break-through palpitations with these drugs as well as low energy side effects.  with i could barely jog down my street without becoming significantly winded and according to my cardiologist i fell into the 94th percentile for ""in-shape"" people my age.  finally, when hit the market i was thrilled.  first of all i didnt need a large dose of it to be effective.  second, it was effective.  i experience no break-through palpitations, and last but not least there were very few to no side effects.  i had energy again and i could get throught my cardiovascular exercise without becoming winded."
9	considerably effective	"improvement in daytime wakefulness without the ""peaks and valleys"" previously experienced taking prescription ritalin for this condition. there's no excessive nervousness or feeling like im taking speed.  i just don't feel like im going to fall asleep."
9	considerably effective	mirtazapine was very effective in treating chronic insomnia. i was not sleeping due to severe anxiety and moderate depression. the drug has significantly improved anxiety symptoms and is gradually lifting mood and reducing depression symptoms
10	considerably effective	with oab there was the urge to urinate frequently which felt like a constant mild bladder infection.  there was some relief after a couple of days on this drug. however, some days i felt as poorly as i did without them.  but after approximately 8 weeks almost all of the discomfort was gone.  i feel pretty normal.  one key to making this work is to deliberately not urinate too often.  i have noticed that now i sometimes need to remind myself to go.  i probably feel the urge less than i did before i had this problem.
8	considerably effective	prevacid kept me from from having acid reflux.. have been taking this drug for about 4 years..
7	considerably effective	i find that this drug effectively eliminates symptoms of restless leg syndrome.  when having to sit in one position for extended periods (long air flights, car trips, meetings,) i experience great discomfort and an almost uncontrollable need to move my legs.  this drug eliminates all discomfort and compulsion to move.  it's terrific!
7	considerably effective	to reduce headache
7	considerably effective	before taking lexapro i had severe anxiety attacks, by myself, when i would cry uncontrollably for about 30 mins each night. i would also have random panic attacks in public, triggered by feelings of self conciousness  insecurity and confusion. after taking the medication, these problems were alleviated 
5	moderately effective	some clearing of acne but not completely. re-occurrence still happened. scarring was still there. overall, did not feel that effectiveness was best. possibly a more natural cure would have been better.
8	considerably effective	reduced incidence of cystic acne.  supposed anti-aging/reduced wrinkles are widely published.  i can't confirm these benefits, as i treated my whole face and don't know what it would have looked like without treatment.
1	ineffective	took the to try to empty my stomach before i threw up and the didnt work  -  the tagamet helped - scale 1-10 a 10
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	stops acid reflux back into esophagus causes by eating, stooping, bending or even sitting in a position that pushes the stomach up, or just from eating even if standing.  prevents burns to esophagus that can lead to esophageal cancer and ongoing pain.
9	highly effective	lyrica reduced the pain associated with my when other therapies had failed.  i had tingling, numbness, pain, and very limited movement in my arms and legs from a.s. after developing 6 moderate sized bone spurs on my cervical spine.  it was severely limiting my ability to have any sort of life.  i have tried almost every form of pain killer from otc to narcotics with very limited effects.  lyrica works differently and i find that i can be relatively pain free.  it does not totally eliminate the pain but what it does is make it bearable so that i can function.  i could take more of it according to my doctor but i am more comfortable taking the lowest possible dose.  i've noticed that i have no more tingling, very little numbness, and a greatly expanded range of motion without pain.  i highly recommend this drug!
8	highly effective	no longer fell asleep at inappropriate and dangerous times. for the first time in my adult life i was able to concentrate. i was able to effectively work and study.
9	highly effective	completely cleared up my acne b/4 my wedding.
4	marginally effective	i did eventually fall asleep but it took a while (was told it only takes 20-30 min. but ended up being a couple hours, i read and eventually fall asleep and then the quality of sleep was poor; i just toss and turn all night i have 23 left i'll keep taking till gone, maybe they will improve over time.
9	highly effective	the drug stopped my menstrual periods and put me into artificial menopause.  the hope was that it would trigger my body to go into menopause and stop the heavy bleeding associated with my fibroids.  unfortunately, my period came back approximately 2 months after the last injection
10	highly effective	"i have been able to maintain sobriety and get my life back on track.  methadone has allowed me to get my ""bearings"" underneath me, and really focus on what is important in life once again. after about 6 months, i began working and have been promoted consistently since then.  i am currently tapering and am really trying to be smart about it.  while i am very eager to be off methadone, i also do not want to rush it.  i feel that methadone should be one of the last options a person looks to when trying to stop opiate use because it isnt something that can be stopped whenever a person feels ready.  i have found it to be quite a complex task."
9	considerably effective	i am less angry, sleep a little better, much less anxious. i am able to play with the kids without unhappily obsessing over all the things i should be working on. i can just chill out and be in the moment.
9	considerably effective	elimated restless feeling and able to sleep at night. the main thing is that i do not go off the deep end when something goes wrong or that i do not control. i also had the side / added benefit of dropping fifteen pounds within the first two of starting medication which also naturally makes you feel better as well.
9	considerably effective	this drug helped the swelling i had in my mouth from an infected area above my wisdom tooth. it didnt help with the pain, i had to take another prescription drug to get all of the swelling and pain to a bearable level. the
1	marginally effective	mild pain reduction in arm/wrist
7	highly effective	i had migraines everyday, this slowly worked it up to where i'd only get a mild migraine once maybe twice a week at most.
6	moderately effective	make me worry less, and did make me feel better about life in general. it made my mood switch from being completely depressed and miserable to happy.
10	highly effective	the benefits allowed me to physically calm.  this allowed me to sleep better, eat less and encourage a better outlook. without life was very down.
7	considerably effective	my headaches have been considerably reduced; however, i still experience some mild headaches. the relief from my chronic and debilitating headaches has been a miracle thus far, and while i've had some pretty irritating side effects, im willing to put up with them so that i can live my life relatively pain free. im hoping the pain will pass.
10	highly effective	allergies were completely cleared up while on the medication.
9	considerably effective	pustules disappeared and the redness diminished
7	moderately effective	it decreased mildly elevated prolactin immediately from 25 units to 10 units. (mg/l ?)it also increased my sex drive, but this stopped after a while. it also moderately decreased psoriatic arthritis pains and also symptoms in nails and joints, but needed to be taken very regular for this.. forgetting to take it twice a week already made it work less effective.(cabergoline was more effective, had less side effects- but potentially has side effects on heart valve, so one needs to be very careful with it. )
7	moderately effective	diminished hot flushes, mood swings, anxiety, skin plumped out and wrinkles decreased, depression lessened, concentration and memory and focus improved.
3	moderately effective	it did lower my cholesterol slightly, but that may have also been du to a change in my diet.
3	considerably effective	it was supposed to help after major dental surgery?  i had all my upper teeth extracted, and 4 teeth extracted from my lower teeth.  i had root planing done on both upper and lower mouth. surgery was done with twilight sleep on an out patient basis.  i have a beautiful mouth now and even my gum disease is improving,
1	considerably effective	i waited about 12 hours after surgery - till incision began to hurt - before i took the drug. it might have been move effective if i had taken it before pain started. as it was, it took about two hours to get relief.
9	highly effective	it makes me not nervous and i think it helps with depression also
10	highly effective	balancing of thyroid back to normal range. prior to treatment, patient had some mental confusion, weight gain, needed extreme amounts of sleep.  with treatment, mental acuity was obtained, weight stablized, energy increased. at one time treatment was discontinued for one month by md to ensure that the thyroid gland was not producing adequate amounts of thyroid. patient was put back on treatment after blood tests confirmed levels in bloodstream.  this treatment has made a positive difference in patients life.
9	highly effective	almost complete removal of all existing and future acne. i took this drug with meals and could not be happier. accutane changed the whole composition of my skin, changing me from very oily to normal/dehydrated in just over two weeks. the remainder of the dosage resulted in securing my clarity and allowing my skin to look and feel better.
9	considerably effective	maintained a general feeling of well being and being able to cope with life. when i stopped the treatment (gradually) the depression returned after a couple of months. having suffered from depression periodically over a number of years, i feel my quality of life has increased with prozac.
10	highly effective	depression lifted, more energy, more focus, more productive at work and school, able to laugh and smile, still felt sad or upset sometime (which is good because it means i didnt feel numb like some anti-depressants make you feel, sleep better.
8	considerably effective	"i was suffering from mild back pain for a sports injury and also insomnia.  not only was my back pain temporarily  i got uninterrupted sleep while i was taking this medication.  before then, i t slept for almost a week straight.  it was very important that i allowed at least eight hours of sleep.  i made the mistake a couple of times of taking it when i wasn't going to get a full nights sleep and ended up severely drowsy and   on those two occasions, i ""made-up"" for the missed hours of sleep and over slept.  this did not help, as it furthered my sleepiness.  i sort of had to get on a schedule again.  when taken properly, it can be very helpful."
6	moderately effective	reduced nausea from continual to episodic, feeling of fullness decreased
8	moderately effective	"prozac makes me feel just stabilized not really ""happy"",it really just levels me out so i can cope with everyday life and the stresses involved. it was one of the better medications i have tried and have tried several over the past few years that really did nothing. seroquel was also prescribed for sleeping . i took that in combination with the clonazepam"
10	highly effective	reduction of hot flashes, and reduction of vaginal dryness. i'd already been trying a vaginal estrogen ring, but this wasn't enough of a dose for me, apparently. since taking out the ring, which i'd had in for 6 months, and using the cream instead, things have been a lot better (i.e. less dryness, and less pain with intercourse. yay!
1	ineffective	none.  this product as all prescription and non products that are available in the usa have offered no relief whatsoever from the flushing of rosacea and extremely sensitive skin.
7	considerably effective	effexor was prescribed to alleviate hot flashes, and to help me sleep through the night.
4	marginally effective	candida rashes did not disappear. i was doing an anti-candida diet at the same time. i.e cutting out sugars, refined carbs etc. and taking oregano oil, probiotics, pau d'arco tea, acid. cream did not work any better than ti tree oil.
7	highly effective	lunesta definitely put me to sleep and kept me asleep until morning.
1	marginally effective	i didnt feel my joint pain after taking this, i think because i was too bothered by the side effects.
8	highly effective	my cystic acne was reduced. my face did clear up consistently with the help of the pills and creams such as retin-a.
10	highly effective	made the patient feel normal pretty much.
10	highly effective	after 6 weeks of taking 10 mg  of prozac, physical anxiety symptoms  dramatically diminished  now, 6 months after beginning treatment, my blood pressure has also fallen. with bp medication alone, my bp hovered around 135/85. couple with prozac, my blood pressure is consistantly in the 110-120 over 80-80 range. i also experience very little panic attacks ( i used to have several a day). when i do experience one, i have been able to self talk myself down from it.
8	highly effective	leveled out emotional highs and lows
1	considerably effective	reduced swelling and pain after about two days.  then on the third day, started to get stomach cramps that settled into lower right abdomen.  initial injection on monday night, cramps by thursday noon, emergency room thursday night, appendix removed saturday morning.
1	marginally effective	minimal, if any.
6	marginally effective	to eliminate sores on stump and siezures
7	moderately effective	i am sleeping more deeply, especially during the first four or five hours after falling asleep.  i still have hot flashes during those hours, however i seem to be in a deeper state of sleep and during those hours i usually don't fully awake during the hot flash, as i used to do.  i used to be almost fully awake every time i experienced a hot flash (every 1 to 1.5 hours).  now i get a few hours of fairly good sleep at the beginning of my sleep cycle.
10	highly effective	this drug reduced inflammation in the nasal passages, successfully treated hay-fever type symptoms, and also helped with hoarseness probably due to the fact that it cleared up post nasal drip.  i like to sing and i found i could sing longer without getting hoarse.
10	highly effective	helped to promote sleep without side effects, hangover or any of the other problems associated with other sleep medications.  the sleep difficulty was caused by a horrible reaction to another medication called celexa, which appeared to sensitize my nervous system even after the celexa was stopped.  ever since taking the celexa my nervous system has been exquisitely sensitive, with symptoms such as pain, heart palpitations, restless legs, and other such things that totally interrupted my ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.
4	moderately effective	i had inflammation in my ribs due to severe coughing from bronchitis.  doc told me to only take tramadol in cases where the pain was severe and not to mix with my muscle relaxer  .  tramadol did do a decent job of taking away the pain and helping me sleep.
10	highly effective	no problems with either meds
8	highly effective	very effective at eliminating pain.
10	highly effective	cleared my acne after 2 months with sporadic breakout but not as severe before starting regiment. wrinkles reduced and cleared scarring as well. my skin texture improved dramatically. hyperpigmentation disappeared and skin seems to be resilient to wrinkles.
2	highly effective	successful management of post-op pain following reconstructive foot surgery including osteotomy with split tendon transfer.
10	highly effective	feeling really relieved from the effects of usual depression, that i had for more than 10 years : feeling very low, no energy, daily crying, fear from future, unhappiness and underestimation of myself, regular temptation of suicide, thought i never tried to kill myself, the idea was becoming an obsession. and this terrible feeling of pretending all the time, at work, with friends, that i was ok, had disappeared. before getting pregnant, i was a bit afraid that i have to stop the medication by my doctor told me to go on, that there was no known side effect with pregnancy, so i went on. my son is now 14 months old and is a wonderful healthy little boy, with a happy mother !
3	moderately effective	the was effective in reducing my pain after the dose was increased from 50 mg to 100 mg.  the diazepam made me sleep all the time which was a good thing as i believe the body heals while sleeping
2	marginally effective	some reduced frequency in urination. didnt seem to reduce urgency a;lkjd ajalkd;           lksdafkj;s  j sdflkjslk
1	considerably effective	the bacterial infection was treated effectively.
1	ineffective	there was no benefit for either my neuropathic pain or migraine headaches.
9	considerably effective	helped reduce nasal discomforts from seasonal allergies.  i had reduced nasal drainage, less sneezing and less eye irritation.
8	marginally effective	it did help dull my foot pain.
1	marginally effective	it did get rid of my headache.
5	moderately effective	help me sleep 6 hours
10	highly effective	i experienced nearly immediate decreased acne, without any of the dreaded sun sensitivity. it decrease papules  whiteheads and blackheads all similarly. the medicine took effect almost immediately. i was not aware was supposed to take on empty stomach and yet still effective.
10	highly effective	a reduction of inflamation in the joints on the hands, feet and elbow.  the nature of taking one does per week was also very beneficial did not have to remember to take daily.
8	considerably effective	my skin was really red (i am very fair skinned) from using harsh products   and peroxide. the redness started to improve within the first week. i just used a mild cleanser and the differing  i had less whiteheads the first two weeks as well but then had a purging period for a couple of weeks. my skin is definitely clearer now but not perfect. did not help at all with oily skin.
1	moderately effective	became addictive .. docs never told anything that it should only be used very short term, less then two weeks!  the then become addictive. not only that, the told me nothing of side affects, nor tolerance withdrawals, nor, you need to withdraw slowly.  these are very dangerous drugs, you my think it helps, but you will pay he'll being on any  benzodiazepines   if you don,t believe this, go tow benzo.org read dr (prof) ashton,s manuel.   you will suffer the depth of he'll if you don,t get off these.  .
4	considerably effective	lower my blood pressure out of the range
4	marginally effective	i am not sure if it was levothyroxine that helped to normalise the hormone levels. it's kind of strange, as they've only were back in range, when i stopped taking l-thyroxine.
10	highly effective	this pill is awesome!
7	moderately effective	helped to alleviate allergic reactions to the environmental allergy agents.
1	ineffective	i had no treatment benefits. did not stop the sweating, but i started bleeding vaginally quite heavy. i t had a period in 6 years. then this happened. i also had some mild cramping like you get when your period is going to start. bright red blood, some clotting as well. went off of of prempro after 33 days. i am still bleeding but i have been told that this will stop now that i have stopped prempro........also i suggest you look online and get informed about the severe side effects........my doctor in the end stated that she would never take them........would have been nice if she told me this before i did and when she prescribed them for me.
8	considerably effective	the benefits are: helps acne and scarring, improves skin texture, heals acne quicker, and feels refreshing.
8	considerably effective	"cymbalta got me out of a major depression.  i am still taking it.  it also relieved my back pain for about 6 months but that good effect has diminished.  while i still am not the happiest camper, i am able to function normally.  i was not able to function before the cymbalta.  when i first got on it, i had extreme fatigue for several days and some ""electric jolts""  when i was lying down.  however, that side-effect has gone.  it also causes some constipation, which is something i've rarely experienced!  i eat a very high-fiber diet but even so im not my ""normal"" regular self.   im writing this because of all the negative things i've read online.  if i had read them before i started the cymbalta i would not have gone it.  im happy i did not read anything!  i now feel that these reviews are written by  people with miserable results, or people who are incredibly impatient and expect and instantaneous cure are the folks writing most reviews."
10	highly effective	ear infection is gone.
7	highly effective	immediate relief from acute, severe post-surgical spinal pain following three-level lumbar fusion. minimized discomfort so that i was ambulatory, which was a key factor in my recuperation (physical movement was encouraged)
7	highly effective	the prevention of pregnancy was the benefit in addition to almost completely eliminating a monthly menstrual cycle.  other than that, there were no other benefits involved in taking this medication.  the benefits at the time that i was taking this drug outweighed the risks. however, at this time, the risks and side effects now outweigh the benefits.
8	considerably effective	thicker hair shafts, darker hair color, stronger hair roots, less greying, halting of hair loss, fuller hair, more hair coverage, healthier looking hair.
9	highly effective	reduced swelling so i could bend knee & do physical therapy. the healing on it's own was not happening as fast as 2nd dr. wanted. he said 1st. dr left leg brace on too long there fore muscles tightened up and therapy was very painful.
1	marginally effective	i didnt see any benefits, what else can i say? i had to take this to counteract the side effects of clindamycin.
10	highly effective	the is a vaginal ring containing estradiol that was effective in providing hrt (hormone replacement therapy) thereby eliminating hot flashes, vaginal dryness and other menopausal effects.  the is inserted vaginally so the estradiol is absorbed quickly into your skin.  it lasts three months which eliminates the need to take medicine daily.
5	marginally effective	they gave me a little more energy for the first week or two.  but then after that, no noticable increased energy was felt.  the first 3 days my hunger seemed to be less, but i think this was only due to a placebo affect.
10	highly effective	xanax took the edge off of the anxiety without causing drowsiness or interfering with thought process. the anxiety was due to court testimony and memory recall of 5 years prior. calendar dates were going to be of importance.
10	highly effective	"very firm erection around 20 minutes after initial dose. the 100 mg dose was considerably more efficacious than lower doses. the ""firmness"" of the erection is much more notable at 100 mg."
7	moderately effective	i had a calmer outlook in general and was able to cope with stressful situations better. also little things that use to stress me out i was able to deal with.
7	highly effective	removal of superficial basal cell skin carcinomas without surgery
10	highly effective	the imitrex i first took by giving myself shots, but now just take the tablets.  i no longer have migraines.  as soon as i feel a migraine start, i immediately take a tablet, and within an hour the headache had subsided.  no one should have to suffer with migraines anymore.
9	highly effective	my dry cough and sinus infections were virtually eliminated.
7	considerably effective	perioral dermatitis disappear completely during the treatment, but occured again after 2 months. during that time i used only natural toothpaste with no flouride in it. i haven't used any cosmetics during the treatment, but i started using facial cream after a week when dermatitis disappeared avoiding the area around the mouth. continue taking a day for 40 days and i'll see.
9	highly effective	a dramatic decrease in the level of depression and a great increase in a feeling of well-being and hope for the future.  there were also considerable cognitive benefits: thought processes speeded up, memory became stronger and intellectual creativity increased.  also the constant fatigue that accompanied the depression decreased and this made possible an exercise program that increased energy and enjoyment of strenuous activities.  in addition my general and social anxiety decreased dramatically.
8	considerably effective	daily anxiety lessened considerably. when stressful situations arise i am better able to handle them although i am still able to feel somewhat anxious which is good. i don't want to be a zombie with no feelings at all.
7	considerably effective	"zoloft made me feel considerably better, which is to say it decreased the severity and frequency of my ""why me"" or ""i suck"" bouts, but the underlying facts were still the same."
10	highly effective	increased cd4 count,and lower viral load.
10	highly effective	clear skin. limited break outs
1	ineffective	none.  had to discontinue use after three days because of severe side effects!
4	ineffective	took the medication for bladder infection.  never missed a dose and took it for five days.  infection subsided, but returned about 1 week later.  would recommend a longer time period.
5	considerably effective	so far, i have experienced an uplift in mood and a dulling of anxious reactions and pms symptoms.  i can't say it's all due to the prozac, as im employing cbt methods, but my anxiety has not escalated into a full blown attack and i generally feel a lot better about life and about myself.  im still weighing if these benefits are worth all of the symptoms im experiencing.  it's been hard to maintain a positive outlook when i don't feel normal due to the trembling and 
10	highly effective	i can now sleep at night and not during the day, although easily stressed these drugs have enabled me to carry out my daily routine with no day time sleeping.i still would never attempt to work outside the house, the stress level would tip me over. i don't have panic attacks anymore unless a major confrontational situation arises.
1	ineffective	this did nothing for my dry eyes, which cause me to have blurry vision at times.
9	highly effective	there was a complete halt of pain in the foot, which was the most affected area with arthritis, within 3 weeks of use. swelling of the foot was gone within 5 weeks.
8	considerably effective	i started to take to treat my under active thyroid , my symptoms where hair loss , voice and pains all over , at first i was advised to take 50 mg , but that did not do the trick and my endo upped my dosage 12.5 mg a month, so far my hair has stopped falling out, my voice is back to normal, and i can stay wake in day , and not so tired taking this medication changed my life
2	ineffective	there were little to no benefits to using differing to treat acne.  while it may have helped exfoliation, it did little to treat current and to prevent future acne.  instead of differing  using a separate skin exfoliation product in addition to an over the counter acne treatment might have been more beneficial.  my acne worsened using differing -- some say it is because the impurities are being purged from beneath the outer layers of the skin.  i don't know if i completely buy this theory though i would have believed it if it showed some improvement after three months.  unfortunately, it did not.
8	considerably effective	pristiq elevated mood and energy levels.
1	considerably effective	slept through the whole night. did not even get up to use the rest room.
10	highly effective	the best painkillers ever! quite low dosage when it comes to the active substance used but it does work perfect. i like the fact that they come in two different dosages and  when taking this medicine i think that one should take ones weight and the severity of the condition that one wants to treat.
1	ineffective	none!!!
6	moderately effective	i have a chronic sinusitis condition. my throat and vocal abilities get affected change of season . i took allegra to alleviate the condition on the prescription of a doctor.the condition improved slowly.
4	ineffective	i really didnt lose any weight even though i cut my caloric intake. i stopped snacking and in general ate less and went for walks when possible
4	marginally effective	mild improvement of symptoms, however the symptoms were not eliminated.  this required a second treatment of the antibiotic a month later.  again the symptoms persisted.  a third treatment was taken 6 months later again.  this appeared to have eliminated any chronic symptoms.
10	highly effective	the symptoms of the gastritis resolved completely within 12 hours after the first dose and were not experienced at all while on the treatment. there were no troublesome side effects compromising compliance. the once daily dose was also to completing the course of treatment with ease.
9	considerably effective	disapearance of migraine headache
9	highly effective	easy to take, began noticing a difference within two weeks
2	ineffective	none.  i had a bacterial infection accompanying my flu and there wasnt a single noticeable benefit.
8	highly effective	good i am able to walk better. my hips do not very much now.
8	considerably effective	complete reduction in heartburn & reflux.
1	highly effective	seizures dissipated
8	highly effective	before taking xyrem i had to take a daily nap to feel refreshed. i had vivid hallucinations and i had to control my emotions.i would also get up to use the restroom approximately 10 times at night. since i started taking xyrem, i stopped taking those daily naps, no more hallucinations and i am able to laugh;cry more with less muscle weakness. eventhough i only sleep for 6-7 hours max, i wake up feeling refreshed.
6	moderately effective	i found tramadol quite effective before and after surgery to reconstruct my knee (acl).
9	highly effective	prolonged sleep, less pain
1	considerably effective	my migraines did decrease significantly while on this medication. there was a clear inverse correlation between my neurontin dosage and my migraine frequency and severity (more neurontin, fewer migraines)
8	moderately effective	for the most part, the pressure feeling i constantly had in my bladder went away.  sometimes, especially in the middle of the night, the pressure would return slightly.  instead of having to go to the bathroom 2-3 times during the night, i was able to only have to get up to urinate once a night.
10	highly effective	the idea is to take one pill each day for three days and then up the dose to twice per day.  at day 10 the patient is to stop smoking altogether.  i did this and found that in fact by day 8 or 9 i felt an eversion to smoking.  niggling cravings every few days trickled to a craving once a week or so which is weak and easily overcome. the prescription is typically for 3 months but i didnt need any refills at all.  i stopped taking the drug after a month or so.i recommend this drug only under the care of a physician to anyone interested in stopping smoking once and for all.  certainly a person must be commited to the decision to quit smoking though or save your money.
9	highly effective	the major benefit of taking this medication was a decrease in the signs and symptoms of anxiety that i experience when in social situations. it prevents the elevation in heart rate that i normally get, as well as preventing dry mouth, sweaty palms, etc. as a result, i am much more able to focus on the task at hand.
10	highly effective	the reduction in inflammation was so great that there was an overall systemic improvement resulting from a deeply toxic experience of mold exposure that disrupted my entire system and made daily life vis a vis food very distressing and included a taxed liver...the effects of the inflammation reduction on a daily basis for 2 months calmed my system and provided relief so that deeper healing could occur.
6	moderately effective	i noticed significant changes in the beginning.  after about 2 years, the dosage needed to be increased and is now at the max.  i am experiencing an ebb in effect and have no way to increase the dosage now.
9	highly effective	it definitely reduced the anxiety that i had, it also helped with the occasional insomnia that i was having. it had a very good effect.
4	moderately effective	the acne cleared up for the most part for about 6 months to a year afterwards.  then symptoms returned and there was no difference in the severity of the condition prior to treatment.
8	highly effective	these drugs eliminated hot flashes;they also appeared to help with restlessness,sleeplessness and made it possible for the patient to live a 'normal'life as if menopause was not happening.
8	considerably effective	can get a good nights rest and anxiety attacks are supressed. i have been able to lead a normal life and be successful  i am doing my doctoral now in medical research and belief without azor it would not be possible. i remember what my life was before azor and am relieved to know it is behind me. i have been on it for years now, the benefits outweighs the disadvantages- i know im addicted. azor was and still is prescribed to me by my psychiatrist.
8	considerably effective	i took alprazolam for 2 months for extreme anxiety/depression. it did work considerably in the beginning, however i would occasionally sleep the day away if taken in the morning. i would wake up from naps with a terrible disposition. it did work considerably for anxiety, initially, but it's very easy to self medicate and take considerably higher dosages then prescribed. in retrospect, i have taken the medication because i was already on a medication to come off of opiates, because i have an addictive personality. i discussed this with my dr. and he told me that alprazolam with suboxone worked well together. i later found out that the two drugs were dangerous to take together because of the potential of respiratory depression. also, i've found out that benzodiazepines, especially alprazolam can be very addictive, which can have much worse withdrawal than any opiate. i think alprazolam can be a very useful medication if taken as prescribed and only taken on a prn basis. i don't believe there are any instances where alprazolam should be taken twice a day, unless you have signs of extreme anxiety all day, every day. if you have an addictive personality like myself, i think if you consider alprazolam at all, it should be used very judiciously. but exhaust other alternatives to alprazolam, like buspar, which has no addiction potential, however, i think it tends to be pretty much useless unless taken in high dosages. i suggest talking to two or more dr.s before initiating a regimen. i only say this because i know what alprazolam withdrawal entails, and there are very unpleasant side effects, which can be life-threatening. also, alprazolam isnt effective for very long. it is really only good for extreme panic attacks and helps quickly, then it loses its effect within approx. 2 hours. i will also say gladly, that i have known people who have taken alprazolam for several years and only for extreme panic attacks, and none of them have developed a dependency on them. the bottom line is you know you're propensity to addiction. use your own common sense and if prescribed, have the dr. start you on  , the lowest dose, and you should see a great difference in your anxiety, especially if your body is not accustomed to benzodiazepines. best of luck.
7	considerably effective	helped with acne and cysts even though not used daily as prescribed. face was overall clearer over time. the best part was helping with pimples that formed into cysts.
7	moderately effective	the doctor told me that this medication would suppress my appetite as well as increasing my metabolic rate which would assist in weight loss.  as i only had to lose 10kg i am not sure that i was the best candidate.
10	highly effective	i was told to avoid coffee, tea, chocolate & peppermint :'(  my hiatal hernia is tiny, but i feel fortunate that i was told about it before it got out of hand.  i feel 100% better 90% of the time, and when i don't, it's usually because i forgot to take my pill the previous day.  i would prefer for my pain to be treated by diet changes alone, but it's nice to have a pill to rely on.  it's my goal to control my pain naturally, wish me luck!
10	highly effective	easy to use. highly effective.
7	considerably effective	after 2 weeks of continue use, there is less breakouts. the comedown is open and also fast healing.
10	highly effective	the treatment results were successful.  the prescription took the pain away.
5	considerably effective	started with fluoxetine for 2 year before starting strattera. initial benefits: feeling of urgency to complete work, on details, less emotional lability,feeling in control, less forgetting,less anxiety, panic stopped completely, depressive moods disappeared appearing occasionally. took once a week counselling adhd discussion groups before and during therapy
10	highly effective	i had testicular cancer, and i became addicted to oxycontin.  try as i did, i simply could not kick the habit.  methadone really worked for me, and after a while, i tapered at a slow rate.
5	moderately effective	reduced pain caused by erythema, ability to carry out day to day activities without too much discomfort. though tiredness was on of the side effects of the problem this could not be resolved with drugs, though blood tests did show whether the situation was improving or not.
1	ineffective	placebo effects, i thought it was helping at first
7	considerably effective	the drug was effective in reducing high thyroid hormone levels
2	highly effective	at first i started with the 65 mg dose for about a month and it really helped my skin. all acne was reduced. i think during this first month though is when i started to build up reactors and an allergy to this medication.
7	considerably effective	initially, i was concerned because i had knee surgery and was on crutches for six months.  i gained weight rapidly and didnt know why.  after taking a blood test, it was determined that my thyroid level was low.  once taking the medicine, my blood tests came back ok, but the weight did not decrease as the doctor had said it would.
9	considerably effective	i am able to go along my day without sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. it has alleviated my symptoms except for a slight cough.
1	ineffective	none!!!!
8	highly effective	the acne i had on my face in the t-zone area disappeared within a week.
10	considerably effective	i had felt so depressed over the diagnosis of my mothers terminal illness and after taking this medication for less than 2 months i noticed that i could control my emotions much better.
5	moderately effective	topamax was originally prescribed to eventually replace in part or totally the elavil i was taking as sleep med.  elavil and effexor were thought to initiate cravings for carbohydrates that would lead to overeating and overweight.  i was taking elavil each night.  the goal was to completely switch from elavil to topamax.  topamax also had the added benefit of preventing migraines which i am prone to because of my caused by a sub arachnoid cyst. i have a vp shunt
1	ineffective	there were no benefits to me with this drug for treating cyclic vomiting syndrome. it did not stop the nausea or vomiting.
3	moderately effective	helped the pain but not for long as the side effects come very quickly and made me feel much worse
10	highly effective	my symptoms prior to taking the medication was the feeling of anxiety, sadness, i cried often and easily. after taking the medication i felt like i could cope with my problems and my day to day activity was more manageable with what was happening with my personal life. i was told by my physician this medication could be taken long term if needed. i know some medication of this type can make you feel spacey. this medication had no effect like this on me whatsoever.
6	highly effective	i was able to concentrate and complete daily tasks.  i didnt have to write notes to myself and constantly put them in various places so i would run into during the day.l
10	considerably effective	removed bacteria from a rather invasive surgery that could have encountered complications which could lead to other serious side effects
8	moderately effective	less urinary urgency (worked as advertised).
8	moderately effective	it helped with the itchy watery eyes and congestion
10	highly effective	diminished sinus congestion/drainage and related cough. no hemoptysis or rust stained sputum noted after three days use of levaquin. throat irritation diminished third day. increased feeling of wellbeing on third day.
1	highly effective	according to thyroid tests that i take every year, the combination of levothyroxine and are keeping my under control.
5	marginally effective	lower levels of pain. light lifting of depression. also helped slightly with anger
9	highly effective	depression eased, and was able to continue with daily life. additionally, regular headaches eased and eventually disappeared.
7	highly effective	this drug does an excellent job of relieving my headache pain.  no otc drug comes anywhere near reducing the pain like this prescription does.  what i used to do for headache pain is lay down in a darkened room with an ice pack on my forehead.  if i could fall asleep usually the pain would be gone when i woke up.  problem is that it is not always possible to find a quiet, darkened room when a headache comes on.  this prescription relieves pain completely within 45 minutes.
10	highly effective	neurontin helped prevent hypomania and headaches.  neurontin allowed me to feel less like i was aboard a runaway train.  i was able to back off enough so that i was able to move normally.  it also helped with the headache associated with a subdural hematoma.
3	considerably effective	my doctor prescribed lexapro to treat my condition of major depression disorder (mmd.)  in addition to major depression disorder, i also have anxiety disorder, and prior to treatment, i occassionally get into hyperventilation. i felt better after several days into taking lexapro, and i was able to sleep better also.
9	highly effective	inhibits allergic reactions
8	highly effective	in short, the patient recovered. the patient sometimes used to report higher grades of blood pressure, anxiety and headache. also reported to have back ache some times.the present treatment gave patient comfort and she has recovered to a greater extent, and is able to live a normal life now.
9	highly effective	what i really like about this medication is that it cleared up my sinuses. i no longer experience the tingling feeling that i had in my cheeks and around my lip area. i am also very happy that the medication helped me with my allergies to dust and to the effects of dry air on my nose. it stopped my nightly nose bleeds.
10	considerably effective	presumably my high cholesterol was lowered as a result of taking this medication.
7	considerably effective	"this drug after it reached therapeutic levels in my body resulted in a lifting of my depression. i was able to function in life in a more normal way. i ""just felt like doing things"". before i was struggling to get things accomplished."
8	highly effective	after several days of taking 20 mg. per day my signs of depression were gone. i felt coming out of the dark in the bright sun! it has changed my life.
8	highly effective	my skin dried up and the acne went away. this was extremely effective.
2	moderately effective	i did not feel that the original diagnosis was correct. i went to the doctor for tooth pain and he chose to treat me for tmj of which i disagreed. as it turned out the diagnosis was incorrect as i eventually had the tooth pulled and all pain stopped. i did not complete the suggested treatment plan due to mild side effects listed below.
10	highly effective	before  i was getting up to urinate from 3 to 6 times a night. now i can sleep all throught he night without getting up to urinate!
6	moderately effective	after  kept polyps from reforming to a large degree though i've never regained my sense of smell except for periodic whiffs of gasoline, etc.
10	highly effective	ok so far no just the odd headache  i find the lasts me about 7 to 8 hours is that about right for i dont no
10	highly effective	was placed on ritalin due to extreme fatigue associated with fibromyalgia.medication highly effective in overcoming lack of energy and the tiredness that would never seem to go away.the fatigue was worse than the physical pain associated with fibromyalgia.
1	ineffective	improved some symptoms: cold intolerance; carbs cravings; gives energy for a short periods of time (2-3 weeks) after increasing the dose;
9	considerably effective	whenever i had a diarrhoea attack i could take two pills of the drug and the attacks diminished in numer and intensity, not blocking my intestinal activity afterwards
8	highly effective	"clear skin is priceless, to wake ach day confidant, self esteem in tact and out the door with out ""needing"" makeup..i would do it again."
10	highly effective	it cured the rash around my upper lip and chin area
10	highly effective	this drug claims 99.9% accuracy when administered daily with very little side effects, have been using for several years with no weight gain and no accidents. the packaging is simple, easy and convenient.
9	considerably effective	it reduces the frequency of episodes of relapsing/remitting multiple sclerosis.
10	highly effective	once i was diagnosed properly and began taking the synthroid, my dry skin cleared up, my energy level increased and my depression lifted.  my hair is now thick and shiny again.  i did not have weight gain so i cannot comment on that.
8	highly effective	i was able to eat without nausea and vomiting after meals.  i was able to regain lost weight.  i was able to eat normal sized meals again.
10	highly effective	after about two weeks of the taking chantix the craving was alot less
7	considerably effective	well controlled seasonal allergies and improved breathing.  i was able to use this medicine for allergies but also noticed that my general breathing, especially while working out, also improved.  years later i was diagnosed with reactive airway disease instead of asthma.  i had noticed i had a much harder time jogging during the seasonal changes until i started taking the claritin.  then running became much easier, so it now makes sense to me that the claritin helped so much.
8	highly effective	nerve pain and muscle pain decreased significantly within the first couple days.  fibromyalgia was very debilitating for me but with lyrica, i was able to go back to work and function normally.  it helped with pins and needles, twitching, and muscle spasms.  it also seemed to help with some of the anxiety i experienced.
10	highly effective	was getting up to urinate 3-6 times a night to urinate. now can sleep through the night getting up not at all or one time. excellent results - could not be happier. dr. did digital exam, but felt no abnormality, but said hypertrophy could be on side he could not  so to try  it worked!
7	considerably effective	the benefits to the treatment were that my anxiety was significantly decreased.  it took almost two months for the benefits to kick in, but when they did it was well worth it.  the depression also decreased significantly.  im not sure if that was due to the addition of wellbutrin, or if the reduction in anxiety was so great as to reduce the depression.
10	highly effective	strength returning, clarity, ability to breath improved
1	ineffective	the treatment was to help lower my cholesterol levels, i only took it for two weeks so i did not benefit from taken this treatment,
7	highly effective	my chlamydia went a way and i made a complete recovery. my acne also temporarily went away, which was good. however, it did come back after i stopped taking it, which meant it was somewhat useless.
8	highly effective	the treatment remedied her lab values as well as treated her symptoms of weight gain and lack of energy.
9	highly effective	more energy, the pall that was hanging over me was lifted.  i became me again.  i did not just cruise through life having no connection, i was engaged again.
8	considerably effective	this drug lowered my mild hypertension to normal range
4	moderately effective	stopped thinking that caused panic attacks and delusions. helped me be able to parent effectively again.
1	ineffective	the benefits were simple--none
1	marginally effective	lowering high cholesterol
6	moderately effective	it helped with menstrual pain and cramping due to uterine  it also slowed down heavy menstrual bleeding somewhat that was caused by the size, number and location of my uterine 
9	considerably effective	a muscle in my neck was pinching a nerve such that  if i turned my head or lay on that side my arm would instantly start to tingle and my hand fall asleep.  the was effective in relaxing my muscles enough to make this merely a slight sensation within about twenty minutes, and over of one two two months the problem went away entirely.
6	highly effective	when i am in highly stressful situations, i start to cry.  i took xanax at times when i knew this would happen and it worked perfectly.  i did not cry at all, my eyes didnt even water.  this has never happened with any other medication.
10	highly effective	i had   persistent periodontal problems, both stressful and painful.  every dentist i saw  told me i was going to lose my teeth.  this drug  cleared up the condition.  it protected me against inflammation for the entire period of time that i took it.  i continued taking the drug much longer than is usually recommended because it was so effective. the effectiveness did not seem to diminish.
10	highly effective	much more effective than synthroid in raising body temperature, relieving fatigue, and weight loss
7	considerably effective	this medication was greatly effective in alleviating my depression, more effective than ssris or snris i have tried.  also, the effects did not seem to wear off with time (over the course of treatment, 9-12 months) which i experienced with celexa and effexor xr.  the facial pain was also decreased, this medication is also used as a treatment for nerve pain.
9	considerably effective	wellbutrin has been very effective for my low-grade depression. i have tried many other antidepressants in the past and have found them to be ineffective and/or causing too many side effects (weight gain, sexual side effects, fatigue, etc.). wellbutrin actually helps me maintain my weight and has minimal sexual side effects.
2	highly effective	prevented pregnancy
7	moderately effective	swelling decreased. itching stopped. easy to calculate dosage. familiarity of rx with patient and family.  iv push med. rapid acting.
2	moderately effective	the doctor gave me a shot of that quickly reduced . i was sent for therapy for about ten visits. i was also prescribed celebrex. however the celebrex actually made me feel worse. my heart was racing and it hurt my throat when i swallowed. it felt like i had a marble logged in my throat.my blood pressure was sky rocketing. the pain was gone but i felt terrible.
1	marginally effective	i slept wonderfully well.
1	considerably effective	crestor reduced my dramatically. unfortunately there is no evidence that crestor reduces heart attack risk or other cardiac event or reduces plaques. stents and bypasses have not been proven to promote longevity either - merely to alleviate discomfort. my blood pressure went as low as 80/40 which made me faint
9	considerably effective	"helps to get patient to sleep more quickly than any other sleep aid; no morning ""grogginess"" as with some other medications."
8	highly effective	the treatment benefits were of a great benefit to me. before i took the i couldnt sleep, work, and i could barely get out of bed the pain was so severe. before the i did try the first and it didnt help, then i tried it with the lyrica that only dulled the pain a little. then the and it helped tremendously. i started on two times a day after a month went to three and it helped to the point where i could work and i could get out of bed and do things like cut the grass or hiking and just many of other things. my overall experience were tremendous with minimal side effects!!!!!
7	considerably effective	since this was an initial diagnosis of hsv 2 i do not know how effective it was as i have nothing to compare it to.  it is supposed to keep hsv 2 from erupting on the skin's surface or if it already has, it is supposed to reduce the duration of the lesions.
1	highly effective	by taking yasmin i did not get pregnant, as it did act as a proper birth control method.  however the side effects outweighed the benefits and i was forced to switch to a new form of birth control. i would never recommend this type of birth control.
10	highly effective	this particular treatment effectively eliminated all visible symptoms of oral herpes.  in my case, the symptoms were increasingly worse.  i would have an outbreak every two months that would last 14-18 days.  since treatment, i have not had one outbreak.  two years and counting.
5	moderately effective	general gradual lowering of cholesterol levels over a period of twelve months
10	highly effective	the tamoxifen has kept my condition (benign) constant and with no signs of malignancy developing for ten years since the discovery of the condition.  levothyroxine raised my levels to normal and i am less fatigued and feeling generally healthy.
3	ineffective	after pregnancy my upper lip remained marked with dark spots -  my dermatologist prescribed tri-luma cream to lighten the spots and also said it would help reduce the appearance of my wrinkles.
10	highly effective	prior to taking nexium i had continuous gerd.  i took every type of antacid over the counter.  in addition i had more episodes of asthma and cystitis.  whenever i had extreme heartburn i would also get the other 2 problems mentioned above.
9	highly effective	there was a complete reduction of back pain, and the inflammation. i wasn't sure what was causing it at the time- ie. back strain or period pain or?? but the voltaren made me able to walk and sit comfortably again
10	highly effective	the paxil ,valium combination relieved my symptoms 
8	moderately effective	i now lost 6 kg during 3 months and i can now wear my favorite dress without any hassles.
10	highly effective	after being given this treatment there was no coughing no vomiting like i had experienced with some other bp medication
9	highly effective	i had become so severly depressed that i was incapable of holding a job.  my doctor had tried virtually all classifications of meds on the market but none were able to pull me out of the state i was in.  my world had become so dark i felt the sun would never shine again.  this med allowed me to function again within my family and within the working world.  i stopped crying all the time and was able to concentrate and perform the tasks necessary for employment.  i got my life back.
10	highly effective	prevention of post surgical infection and peace of mind following my minor outpatient surgery.
9	highly effective	nasonex helped me brath at night and stopped congestion, sneezing and running nose.it helped me also with my cat allergy, so now i have 3.for years before nasonex i used very often (5-6 times per week) but now i use it 10 times per year! in order to stop sneezing and running nose.
1	ineffective	none
9	highly effective	i had a severe fall and tore the psoas muscle and damaged the si joint. before i was in great physical shape. after i could barely walk a block. after pt which only mildly helped i asked for various meds. vicodin helped some but left me hung over. valium released the muscle seizures and allowed me slowly to   return to exercise. it's not used much now that there's  but f. can lead to depression and doesnt as effectively release muscle tension (in my case).
10	highly effective	it cleared the skin infection,effectively and quite fast, was convenient to take, and easy to remember.
10	highly effective	it removes both visible a nd unseen sun damage from the skin
5	moderately effective	for the depression it didnt make much of a difference; but it worked wonders for my anxiety. the edginess, nervousness, impatience, fear of socializing and going out of the house, completely disappeared after one month of taking it. my close friends even commented that 'i was my old self again'. i was much more relaxed and happy. it made me realize that i was misdiagnosed as depressed, when what i really have is anxiety. after talking to my new  we came to that conclusion.
1	ineffective	none (see next entry).
8	considerably effective	control glacoma; since drug was so expensive, eye doctor started me out with sample drops. drug was being used to stem the development of glaucoma 
8	considerably effective	the drug melts on the tongue so there is no need for water and is great when you need to take a tablet in the car etc. it is effective as soon as the effects of a migraine appear and i would recommend it to anyone who suffers.
6	moderately effective	the drug is supposed to help decrease tear production. my eyes are still dry and get irritated easily. however, they are better than before i started the drug. on the occasions when i have stopped using it for 2-3 weeks, my symptoms worsen, so it does appear to be helping.
8	highly effective	,being able to smoke while drug builds up in your system, i also really enjoyed the colorful and vivid dreams but some people are known to have terrible nightmares    also you really do completely  lose the urge to smoke!
3	marginally effective	none-well, my tsh is only .02, but my thyroglobulin levels are elevated as well as antibodies. so...maybe this helped keep the cancer down (over the years i've had multiple i-131 treatments, 33 imrt or external beam radiation treatments, and multiple surgeries to the neck region. the drug does not seem to help with the symptoms that were evidence since realizing i had thyroid cancer.
6	moderately effective	after skin finally healed - treatment areas were improved.
9	highly effective	skin irritation and dandruff were eliminated after third use.
6	marginally effective	my skin looked a little better but no significant improvement in wrinkles.  i  called the company and they said i should try it every second night.  i did that for a few months and did not get any result.  no peeling and and still no significant difference in my wrinkles
8	considerably effective	helped with anxiety.
10	highly effective	the treatment benefits were the initial complaint of monthly cycle depression and nervousness went from occurring for a ten to fourteen day period down to a two day  time frame.  monthly menstruation also occurred in a more timely fashion - every 28 days.
8	considerably effective	after a couple of years of propecia taking, i stopped loosing hair on the top of my head, moreover, it seems that hair got a little bit more dense, although i am not sure if this is just a feeling or a fact. it didnt improve my hairline in the temples though.
8	moderately effective	pain reduction at a controlled rate over 72 hours
1	moderately effective	it lowered my b/p
1	moderately effective	the drug stabilized my rapid cycling.  it facilitated my reducing alcohol consumption to decrease my hypomanic symptoms.
2	ineffective	i sometimes wake up refreshed although with xyrem i only sleep for about 5 hrs every night
9	considerably effective	the treatment benefit was that my fever went down. my tonsilitis was also cured. after seven days or even less i was already feeling better. one benefit is that the cure can be taken orally with no downtime. it did not cause any side effects but sped up my recovery.
10	considerably effective	"i was able to quit smoking 2 1/2 yrs ago.  i had smoked 2 1/2 packs of menthols for 35 years.  no one,including me, thought i could ever quit.  the chantix kept me from feeling any withdrawal from nicotine and made it so smoking didnt give me the ""boost"" it had.  there became no point in smoking.  i kept the last prescription to take ""prn' when in certain situations.  it also took a little mental work."
10	highly effective	i believe that there are multiple treatment benefits of taking tylenol for my headache. tylenol is safe, inexpensive, and does not require a physicians prescription. additionally, it is available almost everywhere and therefor is convenient.
9	highly effective	i experienced markedly improved fasting blood glucose levels, and greater stability of blood sugar before and after meals.  i had found with other treatment options, such as the insulin pump and the nph insulins that my morning blood sugars were always high, even with increased dosages.
10	highly effective	ejection fraction increased from 27% to 55% over period of 8 years. no longer have chest pain, congestive heart failure, difficulty breathing, can do almost anything i want to.
10	highly effective	i have very few racing heart episodes since i have been on this medication.
5	considerably effective	fungus dead
1	ineffective	there was an inital reduction in symptoms however in the end the treatment was not effective. the condition was eventually cleared up with gel, which did work.
10	highly effective	zoloft allowed me to continue my daily activities in a stressful job without feeling depressed or anxious.  i was more motivated to get out of bed and was more outgoing and energetic on the job.
10	highly effective	relieved pain, swelling, progression of damage to joints
8	highly effective	effective in helping to control acid reflux
5	moderately effective	controls the anxiety and fear of being without breathing.
9	considerably effective	symptoms of shortness of breath were reduced within weeks of starting this medication. felt more energy during the day.
9	considerably effective	noticeably clearer complexion in forty eight hours or less.  issue around lack of maintenance of clear complexion.
5	considerably effective	i was prescribed this medicine by my neurologist who prescribed it to treat both seizures and migraine headaches. the medicine was very effective. in the 6 month period i was on the medicine, i only experienced 3 seizures compared to my normal 3 a week. migraine headaches were also reduces, only apparent if triggered by something severe.
7	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were...i was able to over come depression with assitance from the drug paxil.  along with therapy and paxil i was able to live a normal life till i was able to do it alone through the coping methods i learned in therapy.  i had no side effects and paxil took the edge off and allowed me to work ont he issues subjectively.
10	highly effective	on day two of taking prempro at 5pm, i felt the extreme crashing fatigue and weakness go away! i felt a calmness in my nerves and i no longer had hot flashes, my skin was actually cold to the touch. the underarm body odor that had occured out of nowhere, so bad i had to wear my husbands deodorant  that also went away immediatly. energy level increased and the all over illness i felt went away.  thank god!
8	highly effective	eliminated cystic acne
5	moderately effective	the medication did provide some lessening of allergy symptoms.  it helped my nose not to water as much.  however, i still had congestion and some days where my allergies were quite uncomfortable.  it seemed the effects lessened as time went on so the medication was less effective than at the beginning. also my eyes still itched.  my throat also itched.
4	marginally effective	mild facial improvement, healing was faster. problem persisted. problem increased upon ceasing of the medication.
5	considerably effective	my face and back acne cleared up within two weeks of regular use
10	highly effective	lower top/bottom reading numbers. i really don't understand the readings but initially they were like 140/90. now they read 120/70.
10	highly effective	amazing within 48 hrs virtually no pain
5	moderately effective	prevent further clots and to dissolve pulmonary embolism
10	highly effective	the drug significantly lower my blood glucose level. currently my blood glucose runs an average of 115 with some days below 90.
8	highly effective	i no longer have to rely on drug dealers to make it through the day. i went back to school, and i feel great about myself. i've also encouraged many friends, and even other family members to give it a try!
10	highly effective	immediate relief and full recovery within 1 week.
8	highly effective	decreasse in general anxiety symptoms and most symptoms of depression.
1	ineffective	the medicine did not work on her head  ache--she had it all day long.
7	considerably effective	the has practically eliminated the hives in conjunction with the  i am now down to 20 mg of a day - i just take it in the evening. the next step will be to start taking it just every other day until i am off it completely. we'll monitor the hives the way, of course.
3	considerably effective	i didnt get any blackheads, and my cystic acne was considerably reduced. if a i started getting a giant underground pimple, it would clear up in a week. without treatment, it could take a month or two to go away.
10	considerably effective	increased energy, ability to focus, and increased ability to lose weight.  patient suffered fewer low blood sugar episodes.  thirty pounds of weight were lost in the first year.
7	considerably effective	faint pigmentation started to disappear after ten days of use, and dark ones continued to become lighter.  overall, skin became smoother and lighter after cleansing.
1	highly effective	i did sleep reliably and without waking up in the middle of the night
10	highly effective	it cleared up the ear infection, but still didnt feel well from the cold my head was still congested and runny nose, but as far as the pain in the ear that went away after taking the amoxicillin after a day.  i am continuing to take it to make sure the infection goes away.
8	considerably effective	actually symptoms disappeared almost within 15-20 min after taking medication, making it easy to continue with your normal day activities, even if that includes gym or an outdoor activity.
10	highly effective	stopped suicidal thoughts, stopped my constant worrying , my mind felt at peace for the first time in my life
2	marginally effective	there seemed to be some mild improvement in alertness once he went onto the stronger (10 mg) version of the pill. there was no noticeable improvement in mood which was a disappointment.
4	marginally effective	i found that the benefits of this drug were marginal at best. my heart rate decreased and i felt slightly less anxious but i still had a feeling of unease especially during social situations. social situations felt only barely tolerable.  though symptoms were minimized slightly it wasn't worth the side effects.
1	ineffective	i had no benefits from this medication, if anything it added more problems for me. it never once relieved my pain in my ankle. helped my ankle more then this medication. even though i was switching because was losing its effectiveness it would have been tons better to stay on for all the bad tramadol did for me.
3	marginally effective	"there was a slight softening of the vertical wrinkles between my eyebrows, or ""11"" lines, but not the degree of change i was looking for, or had been suggested was possible by my physician, even after the second treatment."
9	considerably effective	there were very few side effects plus after 3 days i was able to breath again.  it did take at least seven days before i could breath properly all the time. i did finish all the medication as my dr. prescribed.
1	moderately effective	lowered blood pressure too much.
10	considerably effective	the combination of weekly  methotrexate with an infusion (at the doctor's office) of remicade has almost completely controlled my rheumatoid arthritis.i have had no further joint damage, and the initial symptoms of extreme fatigue and pain in the small joints of my hands, wrists, feet and ankles has abated.
8	highly effective	when i started taking the augmentin i was ill about 3 weeks. after the treatment infection is gone. augmentin worked after other antibiotics did not.
1	ineffective	none
10	highly effective	eliminated acne with in weeks of first using. i continued to use as my skin texture had improved. any time there was a pimple or acne outbreak i would apply to pimple more than once during the day and the pimple would leave. i also used on any cold sores and it eliminated them in 2 days.
10	highly effective	after approximately two weeks of first using prevacid, i noticed significant improvement in my symptoms.  within 2 months, the symptoms had completely been resolved.
5	considerably effective	i was able to turn my thoughts off at night
8	highly effective	helped to get a good nights sleep with no worry.  felt refreshed if slept a full 8 hrs.
8	considerably effective	i was able to go about my daily life without feeling fear and paranoia. i was also able to handle a significant amount of stress in a reasonable manner.
7	considerably effective	the fluticasone propionate shrinks the polyps when used as directed. the smaller the polyps the better one can breath; also the irritation from the polyps is reduced.
6	moderately effective	the treatment benefits was better looking healthier skin
10	highly effective	i would have wondering thoughts, like way to often, just thinking about the best ways to improve my lot in life, until it started to consume me to much. so i sought help, the main problem was sleeping, my thoughts would race so hard, that i could not sleep, this drug put my thoughts in check, allowing me to sleep soundly.
7	considerably effective	"i was finally able to easily fall asleep and for the most part remain asleep for the entire night. the sleep was more refreshing and i woke up without the typical sleeping pill ""hang-over"".  even while falling asleep you i didnt feel like i was all of a sudden blind-sided by a brick wall and forced to sleep.  this feels much more natural and real than other medications i have tried."
9	considerably effective	no hot flashes and decrease in night sweats
7	highly effective	my throat was better.  my headache started to pass away quite fast. at the end of the third day, with the help of the other medication i took during the treatment, i was healthy and could go to work.
10	highly effective	a very bad and large cold sore started to slowly go away immediately when started.  i started it because my cold sore wasn't going away and getting way worse.  so i was prescribed 4x a day, for 10 days.  which it immediately kept the cold sore from getting worse. i was give another same prescription and kept taking it, then my doctor wouldn't give me any more, even though it was showing improvement.  so, i found that i could order it online, and it directed me to take 1600 mg during outbreaks, so i did.  and it started healing, and now after almost a month it's almost gone.  this cold sore didnt break the surface, but was getting larger so this medication was a life saver.
9	considerably effective	decreased the acidity in stomach.
9	highly effective	i had a kidney infection with a very high fever.  cipro reduced the fever from 104.2 to 97.6 within 5 or 6 day/cured the kidney infection..
1	ineffective	non that were apparent.
8	considerably effective	it lowers blood pressure from 100/150 to 85/130 and it also helps eliminate excess  fluids which made me very bloated. now when i wake up in the morning my eyes are not that swollen. also my heart seems to work without much effort. before i felt my heart pumping hard and now i can't hardly feel it.
8	highly effective	although i had mild sleep problems the first two days of taking  i had virtually no side effects. granted, my dose was low, but i had a hard time concentrating and summoning up the energy to do basic things like paying bills, etc. is no wonder drug, but i live pretty much like everyone else now, which is great. my mother is stunned. she says this is the first time she's ever been able to ask me where things are in my apartment and have me know (and be right). i take a medication holiday from most weekends and actual work holidays when i don't need to be able to concentrate.
6	highly effective	extremely effective for staying awake.  no jitters, just plain awake.  puts you in a great mood too, but definitely not high.
8	highly effective	o took this to help to relieve and cure my yeast infection.  i had tried several other creams, one was over the counter the other was prescribed by my doctor.  this oral medication was the only one that worked.
10	highly effective	becoming a normal functioning individual. it helped with the worry or feelings of anxiety. when deriving not being overwhelmed and felling confident. able to go in stores and be around people. not feeling tired or other types of side effects associated with anxiety drugs. not addictive, unlike other drugs. eventually i was able to stop taking the drug for a full recovery
1	ineffective	my bleeding slowed.
3	ineffective	hard to judge whether or not it was actually reducing the inflammation.  i was taking it while undergoing physical therapy which seemed at times to exacerbate the pain from the whiplash.
9	highly effective	my severe pain and joint swelling diminished soon, and i have had few painful moments (and nothing like the pain i had before my diagnosis).
1	moderately effective	better sleep- well rested
8	highly effective	"highs and lows of emotions were evened out.  able to get through difficult crises without ""falling apart""."
4	highly effective	i had been on (a generic for a different type of extended bc) and liked it a lot but i noticed when i would go off the pill (for period) i would get extreme migraines when my hormones fluctuated.  switched to since there are hormones in the last week of pills which my doctor thought might reduce headaches.  nope.  after the first three months i had my period and had the same terrible migraines.  i gave it three more months but had the same results.  the good news?  not pregnant.
7	considerably effective	the benefits to the treatment was temporary relief of pain due to unknown infection in jaw area. though no other drugs were taken to address the infection, the prescribed drug did alleviated the pain until the condition improved. eventually a root canal was performed and i received a second prescription.
9	considerably effective	i was able to reduce my smoking completely when taken as prescribed.
10	considerably effective	i was able to function until later in the day, without needing a nap
8	highly effective	as having surgery, my mounth experienced excruciating pain. i was without them for 3 hours. these seemed like the worst day of my life. after taking the pills i noticed one of two things occured. one, the pain was gone soon after taking them. two, i became extremely tired. first i thought that it was only like this because i just had surgery, but no. it seemed as though everytime i taken a pill i needed a nap soon after. don't get me wrong, i would rather have a nap and be painless then to be awake throughout the entire day and experience that pain. this stayed this way for the entire time that i was on 
7	considerably effective	mum is notably brighter and more responsive whilst taking aricept.  on mornings when tablets are forgotten (or inadvertantly dropped) she is much less alert and therefore alot more challenging to care for (less likely to be able to perform tasks she usually can perform herself)
1	moderately effective	lowered cholesterol
4	marginally effective	she did not seem to have much benefit from it.  she still had considerable gas & acid reflux.
2	moderately effective	helped my abdominal pain and bowels. a little more energy after the first infusion but not much after the rest.  helped with fistulas.
7	moderately effective	reduced symptoms after using the cream for a total of two months.
10	highly effective	most nights i am able to fall asleep within about 20 minutes, sleep through the night, and wake feeling refreshed.  i do not feel any residual tiredness or sluggishness during the day.
3	considerably effective	the patient did wake up more refreshed in the morning and didnt have to take the usual hour - 2 hour naps after work.  they didnt feel tired during the day anymore
1	ineffective	none
8	considerably effective	cleared up nose
3	ineffective	i really don't know if there are any, since im taking it prophylactically.
9	considerably effective	vicodin  reduced bone pain caused by neulasta shot - reduced drug reactions caused by chemotherapy - reduced nausea caused by chemotherapy.taxotere/cytoxan- going thru tx. at this time. hope to be cancer free!neulasta shot- increased whit blood count so we could continue with chemotherapy.
9	considerably effective	i was able do my work without hassles and im free from pain right now. there's no need for me to cry anymore whenever i urinate.
3	marginally effective	hardly any- it was much less effective than paracetamol against the pain. i still had to take the maximum dose of ibuprofen to reduce the pain. i hoped taking voltaren as well would extend the analgesic effects of the ibuprofen but it was fairly ineffective.
8	highly effective	this  slows the sugar going into my system so that my body can use most of my own insulin to process the sugar.  it is to be taken along with the metformin. it has helped control my blood sugar very well.
10	highly effective	i have only been taking it 2 weeks but it so far eliminated my night sweats and hot flashes and in just 2 weeks i have noticed my skin looks and feels like i am 20 again my slight wrinkles on my face vanished almost overnight i look and feel younger. i am so impressed with my complexion.
7	moderately effective	in taking finasteride 2 per day for six months i noticed an increase in hair growth of new hairs and existing ones. most of the increased hair growth was in the crown region of the head. there was an increase  of hair growth of the front hair line, but it was not substantial. my hair also grew at a faster rate than normal.
8	highly effective	no pregnancy, reduced ance
4	considerably effective	the benefit is that it cleared up the giardia infection i had.
9	considerably effective	this treatment helped with my rheumatoid arthritis as i had decided not to take any stronger drugs anymore.  i attribute my being able to function on just one a day to my taking of many supplements, i.e. fish oils, msm, vit c, e and so forth.  i also do tai chi and try to stay as active as i can.  so far, so good!!
10	highly effective	drug was prescribed for off label use to treat recurrent infections by physician whose protocol addresses high viral load in limbic system (chicken pox) and gi tract (mmr vaccine remnants).  it seemed to work - could be that other environmental variables were removed simultaneously but i can't think of variables that were exactly concurrent with taking of this drug.  it stopped 6 week recurrent symptoms of cold/flu-like exhaustion.
9	considerably effective	much greater ability to breathe.
10	highly effective	before when i had a migraine headache i used to be in agony for at least 48 hours. i would have to go to bed because the pain was so bad. i could hardly see and my stomach would be so upset that i would be sick to my stomach. nothing that i tried ever worked. with the zomig, usually within 1-2 hours and sometimes less i would have tota relief of my migraine headache.
5	considerably effective	the treatment reduced the following symptoms of depression: apathy, lack of interest in daily activities, passive suicidal ideation, loss of energy.
5	marginally effective	more energy, better mood, increase sexual desire (which was very low).
9	highly effective	ear pain decreased on the third day.  ear pain was gone by the day 5. both infections went away on the 6th day.  this drug worked as expected and the results were remarkable.
10	highly effective	"i can not shut my mind down to go to sleep.  i will lay there and think of thing after thing and cannot ""shut down."" i originally took ambien for insomnia  but my insurance would not fully cover the prescription and it was too expensive to take nightly.  my doctor put me on as a safe, low cost alternative.  i take 1/3 to 1/2 of a each night. i vary the dosage, depending on how ""excitable"" i feel that day. it takes roughly 20 minutes to one half of an hour to take effect.  if i don't go directly to bed after taking it, if i stay up watching tv or reading, when i start to feel the effects i give in and go to bed immediately.  i have got into doing something and fought it off before and sometimes you can overcome it, but another time i accidently took it with my morning vitamins and was not able to go to work.  i had to go back to bed!  i love the drug and since i tend to be high strung anyway, i am sure that i am receiving multiple benefits from "
10	highly effective	the immediate benefits were the relaxing, pain free life i am now experiencing. i am not sure how long it will last, but i will take the relief for now. i have suffered with terrible back pain for going on 8 years, and until i was prescribed valium and norco combination, i was still in excruciating pain. the combo eases the muscle spasms and basically stops all pain in my lower back. when i awake, i am hurting, but within 20 minutes of taking meds, i am my old, 25 year old self again.
10	highly effective	for over a period of several years my blood pressure has gone down and has stayed down. follow up visits to the doctor have proven to be much better when blood pressure was checked. the doctor has recommended that i stay on this product and along with exercise should be highly effective.
8	considerably effective	severe debilitating pain  associated with inflammation and joint pain through out the body is alleviated, enabling more normal living.  eg being able to do all housework tasks, gardening, running around and picking up grandchildren, enjoying social life plus taking part in daily fitness activities.
1	highly effective	no seizures
6	moderately effective	analgesic post surgery without use of codeine (patient has allergy).
10	highly effective	perfect.  the helps me sleep inspite of the prozac.  i no longer have any manic phases thanks to lamictal.
2	moderately effective	has brought bp down to 128/85
8	moderately effective	the benefits were smoother, more evenly-colored skin. i have no deep wrinkles. i developed no blemishes and i tended to stay out of the sun since it makes skin photo-sensitive. i am mistaken for being younger than my age, however, whether it's heredity or product, i'll never know for sure.
7	highly effective	i have been struggling with adult acne. a dermatologist prescribes the minocycline and for the first two months, it worked great. i had perfectly clear skin and i noticed that my hair stopped falling out at it's normal rate. all the women in my family start losing their hair starting in their thirties and by the time they are 60, wigs are definitely in order. also, i normally get tonsil stones. these also ceased.
10	highly effective	getting rid of a migraine after years of suffering. have lost count of the ruined parties, weddings, holiday days etc before a friend recommended this tablet to me. to me it is simply a magic pill.
5	highly effective	controlled allergies very well
7	highly effective	very concentrated , very alert , euphoria , more done in less time , sociable , energetic .
7	highly effective	effexor was very effective at alleviating my symptoms of depression.  my mood improved dramatically, i felt happy and engaged in life again.  it also worked fairly quickly.  i began feeling the effects within the first week.
3	ineffective	none - no pain relief
10	highly effective	no fluctuation anymore. normal blood pressure ever since
8	moderately effective	lightening of acne scars
4	moderately effective	the benefits were a very gradual reduction in the appearance of sun spots on the skin. the spots themselves never disappeared but lightened over a period of time. the general appearance of the skin also improved slightly but it did not prevent new spots from appearing as i noticed that they did, although i suspect that the cream probably kept them lighter than they would have been. discontinuation did make the darkness come back into the sun spots after about 4 to 6 months however.
9	highly effective	all my anxiety, stress, were gone. i also have tourette's syndrome, which is a neurological disorder which causes me to have involuntary movements and sounds that i have no control over, (tics.) and once i started taking this medicine, the tics were such at the minimum, i used to have 50-100 tics a day, now i have 3-4 tics all because of lorazepam. this might be a very good treatment for others with tourette's syndrome!!
8	highly effective	effective in helping to control acid reflux
9	highly effective	i just finished my 90 day course and am seeing great benefits.  my toenails are finally growing out thin and clear.  i didnt start to see any major changes in my toenails until around the two month mark.  i told myself i would be one of the people who comes back to review the product because the positive reviews i read are what got me through those first few weeks when all of the negative side effects were flashing through my head.  it has definitely been worth it to take the pills.  i can't wait for a few more months to go by where my toenails will be completely  be grown out and i will feel confident about going and getting the first pedicure of my life.  also very much looking forward to sandal season next year.
10	highly effective	i've used inderal for situational anxiety a few times per month over the past 6 years. i found it to be very effective when taken 30min to 1hr prior to public speaking, large social gatherings, dates, and other anxiety provoking situations. it really helps decrease signs of nervousness resulting from the fight-or-flight response, such as increased heart rate, sweaty palms, and dry mouth.
9	highly effective	treatment benefits of using amoxicillin for the infection proved to be substantial. my infection diminished progressively over the course of a week taking the prescribed dosage each day, i also noticed that the infection never reoccurred and has not since. overall taking was not nearly unpleasant as i thought it would have been and it did the job i was told it would do
10	highly effective	i had experienced decreased energy and increasing tiredness for several years.  it got to the point i was taking naps for the first time since i was a small child, and still didnt feel refreshed.  i also felt cold frequently and had put on a good 20 pounds in a year.  when i went for my annual physical, my blood work came back with high cholesterol for the first time.  i thought it was advancing middle age.  fortunately, my md put it all together and ordered a thyroid test.  i was very low.  within two weeks, i felt energized and my mood improved.  i have shed some (not all, darn it) of the weight and my cholesterol score is lower.
6	moderately effective	the benefits of amoxicillin were that it did help clear the infection, it seemed to help my acne, also.  i noticed it working within about four days.  i only had to take it for a week.  it did not taste bad.  it did not make me foggy headed.
9	considerably effective	over the course of about three to four months of daily use, lifelong allergies started to decrease and then disappear altogether.
8	considerably effective	i have a background of worry and stress-related symptoms where i am unable to wind down at the end of the day. with this drug i am able to fall asleep within 30 minutes
8	highly effective	my migraines would always leave after taking imitrex or sumatriptan and then if taken at night i could go back to sleep and sleep through the night and wake feeling just fine.
3	moderately effective	this drug did have benefits in that it stabilized my mood somewhat. i still suffer from severe bouts of depression- mostly caused by the side effects of the drug.
8	considerably effective	once the side effects wore off, i was left with much smoother skin, and less acne.  i noticed a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, and an overall better texture to my skin.
6	marginally effective	the valium was prescribed for the patient in an attempt to relieve anxiety prior to a minor surgery being performed.
6	highly effective	remission of crohn's disease.  remission included normal bowel movements from about 15/day to 1 or 2 per day. cramps associated with diarrhea have disappeared. increased energy, feeling active and generally feeling better.  endoscopy was done at one point after the treatment and there was indication of only very mild disease so basically remission was achieved according to my gastroenterologist.
2	ineffective	none apparent during treatment.
3	marginally effective	not much at all for what i had going on
7	considerably effective	lamictal stopped my seizures as well as  but it gave me a considerate amount of energy.  some would see it as a benefit to not have an appetite, even though it's bad for your health to not eat.  my depression went away with lamictal.  even when i had an appetite i still wouldn't eat much, which helped me greatly, since gave me terrible cravings.
10	highly effective	this is the best migraine medication on the market. imitrex no longer works for me. i cannot be without or i will be in the er. when i took imitrex, i would have to repeat the dosage every 8-10 hours for 3 days. but, with  i take one dose and it lasts for the whole migraine and i never have to take another dose until the next migraine.
5	marginally effective	the medications has slowed down hair shedding but not prevented hair loss. hair loss is still ongoing, of hair follicles is still ongoing.
7	considerably effective	my skin is now smoother with less acne.  i still get a pimple here and there, but for the most part, my skin has been very clear.
5	considerably effective	was supposed to wait 10 days before attempting to quit 100%. the urge to smoke lessened significantly from first day.  went from smoking 15-20 cigarettes a day to about 5-10 the first day.  by the end of the first week a was smoking 1 or 2 a day.  quit before the 10 days were up.  1.5 years later, i am still not smoking.
8	considerably effective	i noticed firmer, more toned skin and a decrease in the appearance of fine lines on my face, especially around the eye area.
9	considerably effective	the rash and itch were suppressed after 2 days, and gradually the rash disappeared over the course of 7 days.
5	ineffective	i took to replace lithium hoping it will help stabilize my mood.  but after two years of taking it, it did not seem working.
10	highly effective	my cholesterol is well controlled now.blood test show my cholesterol is under control now. down from 6.5 to 3.6
10	highly effective	my son attends a preschool with many mulberry trees on the grounds.  these trees drop large amounts of pollen right on the children during parts of the year.  he would begin to itch all over and develop red splotches on his face.  the pediatrician prescribed singular each night and it has alleviated all his symptoms.
4	marginally effective	some relief from social anxiety. really, no other benefits were found.
10	highly effective	my acne was significantly reduced. my doctor added the oral medicine because using topical acne medications did not slow the acne pimples. my face only improved while using birth control pills,  and the topical acne medications.
1	marginally effective	none.
7	highly effective	pregnancy prevention, regulation of menstrual cycle.
6	marginally effective	the treatment benefits for renova are more skin clarity.  also, i believe the freckles on ;my face are fading quite a bit.  the fine lines did not really get any better. my skin is not really that different to notice real changes
6	highly effective	the drug worked exactly as prescribed; my anxiety was reduced. heart palpitations were lessened in frequency and running thoughts were ceased. i was able to fall asleep more quickly because i wasn't as consumed by worries. in fact, i found myself able to do things that before i wasn't able of doing, like having conversations with irritating family members.
10	highly effective	"the benefits were immediate relief from a ""racing heart"" or tachycardia caused by anxiety. i use this medicine prophylactically and found that it is very effective in controlling my heart rate and keeping it within a normal range. the only time it does not work is if i have a full-blown panic attack. at that point, other types of medications are used in addition to the atenolol."
10	highly effective	treatment benefits involved bringing the thyroid function tests into the normal range to counteract the condition that sometimes occurs in post-menopausal women.
2	moderately effective	started to fell seasonal depression clear with about a week.
1	moderately effective	to lower cholesterol
5	moderately effective	the sinus infection lessened but did not go away.  i noticed that using a neti pot for a nasal flush worked much better.
8	highly effective	lipitor did lower my total cholesterol count, triglycerides, and bad cholesterol as well as raising my good cholesterol.  i was happy with the results.
10	highly effective	through taking this medication i basically have a stress free life. being bi polar is crazy crazy stuff. i take of citalopram every night and wake up every morning able to function and care for my three children. structure and routine is looking very possible. i now only have a flat day once every few weeks.
5	moderately effective	the treatment cleared up papules and pustules (not completely, but significantly) and decreased redness in the face.
3	highly effective	there was no chance of pregnancy because i lost 100 percent of my libido. my skin cleared up for the most part.
1	ineffective	this drug was prescribed because my daughter has had adverse side effects from penicillin based antibiotics (trunk rash/hives from amoxicillin for an ear infection). she had a sinus infection that we couldnt get rid of with natural remedies (salt water flush, tea, elevated sleeping) so we went the antibiotic route.
7	considerably effective	the spironolactone has really helped my acne, especially the huge flare ups i'd have monthly with my period.  i do still occasionally have break outs, but they are usually less severe, shorter lasting, and confined to my face.
8	considerably effective	amerge is effective in reducing the pain and associated symptoms of migraines.
3	highly effective	they were like a magic tablet
10	highly effective	the treatment drastically reduced my anxiety and feelings of stress and panic during my pms week.
8	moderately effective	eased vaginal dryness for more comfortable intercourse.  probably has a beneficial effect on my heart condition, since there is heart related problems in my family of origin.
10	highly effective	no longer any knee swelling.....total knee mobility... no pain...
3	marginally effective	there was a small reduction in my hot flashes but the side effect was bothering me too much to stay on the patch longer to see if it would have totally eliminated them over time.
8	highly effective	i have terrible headaches that nothing ever helped, until zomig.  it has been a miracle drug for me.
6	moderately effective	my skin appeared smoother after an initial rough period with the start up of the product...fine lines seem to diminish and overall my skin seemed less sallow and more even toned....although, because of the continuing side effects it's difficult to stick with a consistent application
4	moderately effective	well, i did not have an appetite all day.  but then at night, i was very hungry.  i only lost about 2 pounds in the week i took it.
10	highly effective	definately helps control the urge to smoke.  was able to make it through the first week of no smoking with very controllable urges.
10	highly effective	lost weight very fast then maintained it for 4 years.
9	considerably effective	lessened anxiety,brought about more attention
8	highly effective	it reduced the tingling sensation, and numbness feeling in the effected part,it also acted on reducing stress levels. i found it as a last resort because for 3 years before that my life was very painful cause of the nerve damage, that i suffered during a removal. i took the anti anxiety drug for 2 years and its side effect that it blocks nerve communication helped a lot, and thx god after 5 years i am cured, my nerve healed.
10	highly effective	i have had herpes zoster or vzv all my life. acyclovir completely eliminates the headache and flu like symptoms. if i take it early enough it stops all outbreaks in one or two days. if taken late; i need a higher dose and it can eliminate blisters in 2 or three days. my outbreaks were once or twice a year and i only used acyclovir cream. now it appears less than once a year and can be stopped with zovirax(acyclovir).
7	moderately effective	shortened duration of herpes outbreak.
2	ineffective	slight anxiety reduction but minimal.
1	moderately effective	"facial swelling reduced dramatically over 3 days, only to return (less so) as a side effect.  i could have just taken benadryl, and although it would have taken longer to recover from the allergic reaction (possibly another week), i would have been normal without side effects, and without withdrawal effects.  the drug took a modest problem and created a far worse one.  i told the physician i reacted strongly to drugs.  since then i've learned that some physicians are quite blas about the side effects of prednisone -- apparently that old adage about ""first do no wrong"" is no longer important."
10	highly effective	i am able to stay awake while driving.  i am able to focus on tasks and concentrate better.  my concentration is clearer.  it's not habit-forming because i could live without it.  it's just that i can not function without it.  i can't drive, or stay awake for any reasonable length of time during the day.  my narcolepsy and sleep apnea are so bad that i do not dream at night at all.  with the provigil, along with my other medications, i am able to balance day and night and not feel like im fighting to keep my eyelids open.  also, i don't need any caffeine or other stay awake medications that are harmful and habit-forming.
10	highly effective	relieved headache 99% of time, headaches did not recur for at least 18 hours
10	highly effective	no more anxiety
10	highly effective	this treatment was easy and highly effective. adderall increased my overall energy levels, making it easier to get going in the morning and stay awake during classes. it increased my ability to pay attention even when the material was not particularly interesting to me. the most important benefit for me was the increased ability to control my impulses.
9	highly effective	it greatly reduced the loss of hair in shower/on pillow in the morning.  there has been no sign of balding on top of head, and no progression on the temples.
1	ineffective	i saw absolute no change in my rosacea so can claim no benefits.
2	considerably effective	the drug was prescribed for pain, and it worked to dull post op pain.
8	considerably effective	tretinoin, used in conjunction with the regimen, greatly reduced facial hyperpigmentation which was due to hormones and sun damage.
3	considerably effective	reduced the pain and swelling
1	considerably effective	eliminated or reduced symptoms of anxiety - eliminated heart palpitations and shortness of breath. provided a general feeling of calm.
10	highly effective	the treatment completely eliminated all annoying menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and anxiety.  i no longer wake up at night with these symptoms and can sleep soundly through the night once again.
3	ineffective	there were no noticable changes with selegiline, it was prescribed to help focus and attention for tbi.
10	highly effective	the numbness in my arms and hands significantly reduced. i was having uncontrollable emotions of sadness, crying and even thoughts of suicide.  taking the effexor helped me not only control my emotions but also diminished the intensity as well.
2	ineffective	the amoxicillin got rid of my tooth infection very quick
3	marginally effective	not much improvement in hormonal acne.
7	highly effective	extremely effective in reducing long-term, chronic pain  and nerve), especially as a long-acting, baseline pain reducer in combination with a break-thru medication (i used hydrocodone apap and/or percocet) for spikes in pain levels (due to falls, joint dislocations, broken bones, etc that cause temporary or short-term increases in pain.)
8	highly effective	the main benefit is the ability of the drug to reduce, even eliminate the panic attacks. the general mood is positively improved.
7	moderately effective	treatment benefits included a correction of my t3, but only a mild improvement in my emotional status. i am still irritable and mildly depressed.
10	highly effective	the benefits of taking effexor are wonderful. my mood has been so much better. i can function properly without feeling overwhelmed and or stressed out. i have recommended this drug to many of my friends who have had similar problems.
1	ineffective	none
6	moderately effective	adderall helps to clear my mind. it helps me finish work that i have already begun. it also reduces anxiety in social situations.
2	ineffective	the drug did absolutely nothing for the pain or to lessen the time of the migraine.  the migraines were usually several days long.
4	moderately effective	the benefits were a very gradual reduction in the appearance of sun spots on the skin. the spots themselves never disappeared but lightened over a period of time. the general appearance of the skin also improved slightly but it did not prevent new spots from appearing as i noticed that they did, although i suspect that the cream probably kept them lighter than they would have been. discontinuation did make the darkness come back into the sun spots after about 4 to 6 months however.
5	considerably effective	most often the diazepam got me to sleep fairly quickly but did not last the whole night through.  the liquid capsules were then superceded by tablets which usually took about twice as long to kick in.  ie, 40 mins instead of 20. the benefit was there if i was unable to sleep otherwise but a benzo sleep is not natural and feels different to real sleep.
5	moderately effective	less asthma attacks do more without getting tired to quick focus more
1	highly effective	didnt get pregnant clear periods
8	highly effective	truly allows me to function.  i work in a mentally demanding and stressful job.  without this medication, i would not be able to work, let alone do much of anything else.
9	highly effective	after 2-3 weeks complete abatement of panic attack symptoms.  after one year tried to stop taking them but within 3 weeks symptoms were back.  continued for two more years and stopped taking them.  have not had any symptoms for @10 years now
8	considerably effective	fiorinal almost always gets rid of my migraine headaches.
9	highly effective	lightening of dark spots that i experienced on both of my cheeks from  i noticed definite results within weeks; however, with only short periods of accidental sun exposure the dark spots would reappear. make sure to use sunscreen and hats or avoid sun exposure completely to enjoy continued results.
4	marginally effective	the 1st week  felt great.  all the racing thoughts were gone.  mind was kinda empty and quiet.  i could concentrate.  i was able to think of a task that needed done and complete it.  then move on to the next task.  was only able to work on 1 thing at a time instead of going from one thing to the next without finishing anything. could listen to the person talking to me without starting to day dream and lose the conversation. was very happy with it.
9	highly effective	bladder spasms and urge incontinence were banished immediately. urinary frequency continued but is becoming less as i am able to retrain my bladder to hold more urine. i was particularly pleased not to suffer from constipation or dry mouth which are listed as common side effects.
8	considerably effective	patient was able to focus more readily on tasks at hand. there was an increase in intensity/focus which was noticable upon taking the medication.
8	highly effective	go to http://medsheaven.com/ and i sa diazepam online, and it works! friends recommend it because of having a sleeping disorder, i try it once in a while, there is now side effects and it works all good helps me for my sleeping disorder no side effects
10	highly effective	allowed me to sleep soundly without feeling groggy in the morning.
10	highly effective	in a very short period of time, there was a mental clarity that i had never experienced. i felt a calm and order to my life and work. i was truly able to focus on important things that i needed to do and did so efficiently, which was something i was never able to do. menopause exacerbated the extreme mental fuzziness that i had already been experiencing with 4 children and a more than full time job. this drug has truly changed my life for the better!
9	highly effective	the xanax helped slow things down and make everything less stressful. helped me to stay on a calm even level.
10	highly effective	within 10 minutes the drug began to calm down the situation and i was able to function normally again. my racing heart rate was decreased, the feeling of panic subsided and the numbness in my arms and legs went away. i was able to eat again, and go about my daily routine.
8	highly effective	i had a bad uti with awful pain on i couldnt walk..i was prescribed this and have never taken it so i was a little nervous.
10	highly effective	within a few days, my mood, self-esteem, attitude and over-all well-being improved tremendously! i went from feeling suicidal and not being able to function properly in order to take care of myself or my family, to feeling better than i had since i was in my teens. i began to lose some of the weight i had gained from being depressed. i was in a wonderful mood and i had so much more energy than i had in years. my overall experience with prozac has been perfect!
1	ineffective	there were no benefits.  it did not solve the organic issues and created new problems.
10	highly effective	citalopram turned me into myself again. i didnt really have depression but suffered from too much worrying and anxiety to carry on healthy relationships and feel in control of my life. i have just begun feeling the full effects of this medication and it is incredible. i wake up early in the morning, rested and ready to go. i feel more motivated, have more energy and feel much more focused. i have also experienced some weight loss while on citalopram, probably because i feel so motivated and energetic to actually exercise! additionally i've noticed my worrying, anxiety and emotional eating have decreased significantly.
8	considerably effective	fewer reflux episodes, less inflammation of the eustachian tube, lower cancer risk
9	considerably effective	i was diagnosed with a mild case of fibromyalgia, i was not able to get a good night's sleep for years because of the symptons of fibromyalgia, muscle pain and tingling in my back and arms, and i was prescribed this drug to help me sleep at night.
9	highly effective	the drug permanently cleared my acne.  i no longer had breakouts...not even blackheads.  my skin was very dry which i suppose for someone with oily skin this would have been a benefit.
5	considerably effective	the drug helped relieve the anxiety from worrying about the sudden return of the rapid heartbeat episode that happened at work without warning and under no stress. i was worrying that it would occur again at night while alone or sleeping.
1	moderately effective	an increase of bone density after a year so i was told i went from being a sever case of osteoporosis to moderate.  i took fosamax from 2003 to 2007, when my gynecologist switched me to boniva.  from what i've heard lately, merck knew of this problem but would not publish information regarding what could happen to other bones.
5	moderately effective	to cease smoking.  i have a 40 year old habit!
8	highly effective	good lifting of depressive feelings, reduction in chronic back pain associated with endometriosis and fibromyalgia
10	highly effective	it greatly reduced acne from moderate, sometimes painful breakouts to rare mild acne without any side effects. it even made body hair more fine and the need for shaving legs, etc was decreased.
9	highly effective	sigificantly lifted depression, stablized mood, calming affect, better sleep, eliminated social anxiety, wonder drug!
10	highly effective	cymbalta takes effect quickly -- within days, as opposed to weeks -- and relieves one's sense of hopelessness, futility and fatigue during a deep depression. at higher doses, a sense of purpose and direction to one's life was also restored, allowing the patient (in this case, me) to exercise better judgment and effective follow through on plans and decisions.
9	highly effective	considerable difference in management of of chronic asthma. this is the only drug i have taken that has completely changed the way my lifelong asthma was controlled. relief was immediate and the severity of asthma attacks has considerably to a degree as opposed to other drugs which supposedly prevented the attack but when one did occur, were life threatening.
10	highly effective	prior to using this spray, i had year round nasal problems: unable to breathe out of one or both nostrils.  the symptoms were particularly bad during the summer, and whenever i was in a laying down position.  the symptoms greatly interfered with my sleep.  when using this spray on a regular basis, my nostrils are completely clear most of the time, and i have minimal nasal problems during my allergy season.
8	highly effective	benefits: nervous twitch went away under my eye. i am able to handle stressful situations better.
9	considerably effective	the medication eliminated the symptoms of congestive heart failure, lowered my blood pressure, i had no more shortness of breath, or edema of lower extremities, no more fatigue, palpitations are gone, no more racing pulse, tachycardia has been eliminated, i have no more sense of dis-ease
10	highly effective	general medical benefits:  contraception, hormone management.  personal benefits: i controlled my weight better, skin looked more radiant and menstruation pains were alot less than when i was not on the medication.  as i grew older though i have been warned of being on contraception after 32 and i am also a smoker, this apparently increases the risk of cancer.  however, after terminating the pill i had a huge amount of hair loss over 8 months which i was never warned about
6	moderately effective	helped improve mood, and made me more sociable and able to participate in treatment
8	considerably effective	being more focused....alert...helped with over eating
8	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were an increase of energy and an overall increase in mood while not affecting the libido.  after it stopped having the same affect.
10	highly effective	reduced prolactin levels to within normal range. no longer experienced amenorrhea and 
10	highly effective	it was effective for the regulation of the prolactin levels and the menstrual periods. the regulation of the ovulation helped achieved pregnancy within a few months.
9	considerably effective	"i am able to focus and engage myself in necessary tasks that i had alot of trouble doing before i got on  school and work performace improved. i have more drive to be productive. i also find that i am much more friendly, talkative, and social. i find myself wanting to talk to my family and catch up with friends. i also have mild depression, and since starting i was able to come off wellbutrin because the gave me a very happy feeling in a natural way. the feeling is only slightly ""euphoric"". this medication makes me feel like a normal person should feel."
1	ineffective	i did not experience any treatment benefits from topamax for my severe and incapacitating migraines. i did not get relief for my migraine headaches. my migraine headaches did not stop. my migraine headaches did not decrease in duration(3 days per migraine) or intensity (severe). i had one - 3 day a week migraine for over seven years.
2	ineffective	i cannot say whether this medication was or was not effective because i stopped taking it after 2 doses. i discontinued the medication because the side effects were severe and much worse than the condition prescribed for.
9	considerably effective	heartburn/acid reflux stopped the first day i took it. i haven't had any issues with heartburn or acid reflux whatsoever. stomach pain (from possible ulcer-haven't had results back from test to diagnose that) has decreased significantly.
10	highly effective	i had suffered hemiplegic migraines and even on other medications, i still was having approximately 2-3 a month.  when i began the low dosage of topamax..the migraines virtually stopped.  i have had 1 migraine 3 years.
6	marginally effective	the treatment benefits were marginal at best.  mood neither improved nor deteriorated, and anxiety was never significantly alleviated.  unsurprisingly, recent research suggests that ssris are only effective in the most severe of cases.
9	highly effective	i had developed panic attacks and depression. i had other symptoms such as small weight gain, hair thinning, very tired and slept allot.  the doctor originally thought that i simply had depression so she prescribed an anit-depressant.  after about a year things still were not right.  so she did a thyroid panel.  she quicky got me on a regular dosage and the panic and depression went away along with most of the other symptoms.
10	highly effective	no mood swings or hot flsshes
10	highly effective	the greatest drug i have ever taken. im no longer on edge all the time - only thing that has calmed me down without making me a zombie. my anxiety has lessened tremendously. i have had no negative side-effects, it's fantastic!
9	highly effective	relaxed me and eased arthritis pain so i could sleep.
8	considerably effective	i found that episodes of anxiety were less frequent and less severe. i was not as edgy or easily startled.
9	highly effective	able to sleep and turn my brain off.  helped chronic pain without using pain medication.  slept through the night.  was not sleepy like i was before i took it.
8	moderately effective	provides good relief from insomnia.  able to fall asleep about three hours after dosing.  average 2 awakenings during the night, but able to fall back to sleep immediately.  average 7-8 hours of sleep per night (without treatment average was 3-4 hours sleep per night with many awakenings).
7	moderately effective	produced considerable clarity in my skin and cleared up deep acne without scarring.
6	considerably effective	periods were not so heavy
10	highly effective	stability in mood, easy to recover from burst of anger, help to concentrate
8	considerably effective	no nausea, able to eat more without getting sick.  some of my dizziness
5	moderately effective	there was very minimal difference in lines- no noticable change in the  i beleive i am taking the lowest dose and may have benefitted from switching to the more potent formula. i was cautious to do so as i was advised there may be considerable redness & peeling.
6	highly effective	i have good relief of sneezing, dripping nose, chesty cough, dry throat until a couple of months ago
10	highly effective	migraine aborted with 1 hour; works on alcohol induced headaches
8	highly effective	i have stopped smoking for 1 month so far and i have had hardly any cravings.  unlike the patched they dont fall off and unlike the nasal spray it makes you stop craving nicotine.
7	moderately effective	fast acting, did not have to worry about skin thinning
5	highly effective	it did help me sleep
8	considerably effective	my face looks fresher and i feel so much better, i can tell that the lines are already disappearing 
9	highly effective	when i started taking  my hair loss had stopped and the thinning has not exacerbated. since taking the drug 10 years ago, my hair remained full and i have not had any side effects.
9	considerably effective	cleared the adul acne quickly and also helped with discoloration.
10	highly effective	this preventative course stopped the chronic utis that the patient had experienced.
4	moderately effective	initilly uplift in mood and sensory clarity
8	considerably effective	decreased appetite/impulse or emotional eating, stress reduction, anti depressant
6	moderately effective	controlled acne breakouts to some extent when on drug.
6	moderately effective	if i take several hours before sleep it keeps my legs calm for the most part.  seemed like a miracle the first few years then it seems it didnt work as well.  i told my doctor about it and he suggested i take two a night instead of one, that also helped for a while.  im grateful for the medicine although its not a miracle it does help a great deal.
1	ineffective	i did find new hairs coming in on my scalp, but only in the middle of my head where i wasn't losing any hair, but that is about it.
7	highly effective	skin and joints were better
5	highly effective	reduced total cholesterol significantly (by 100 points) in 2 weeks.
6	considerably effective	carac got rid of the pre-cancerous spot and was not left with a scar
8	highly effective	i started with a 150 mg dose and that did next to nothing. i recently increased to 300 mg and then i really started to feel better. i felt kind of hyper and for the first time in ages was able to go back to my gym routine. i noticed a decrease in appetite which in my case is great as i have about 20 lbs to lose. this drug definitely helped with my feelings of worthlessness and failure and with the crying spells.
10	highly effective	before the use of tablets, i had to endure a series of urinary infections after sometimes painful sexual intercourse.  i also had painful cracks in lining of vulva due to aging and dryness.  after beginning the use of this drug, i found that the increased mucous in vagina resolved both of these problems.
8	moderately effective	to prevent seizures after being exposed to lead in our old  house in philadelphia i started having seizures after testing there was no evidence of epilepsy or history of epilepsy in our family but still was diagnosed with a seizure disorder and after testing it was discovered that my metabolism was so high that it was tough to keep the proper amount of levels without constant blood level checks
8	considerably effective	i had a terrible sinus infection with bloody and puss-y? voluminous nasal discharge once every 5 minutes.  couldnt sleep much.
2	ineffective	nothing....i think i am getting worse! i dont know what else to write, i just dont get better!..i am so disappointed  i feel my eyes tired and dry easily, i get tired so fast and my lips are dry the whole day!
5	moderately effective	i do not take as long now to get to sleep where i used to lay awake most of the night tossing and turning i do feel more relaxed as  i now can go on short journeys on my own which i could not before they have helped me through
10	highly effective	i took premarin 1.25 after my total hysterectomy in 1992. i stopped taking it in 2003 when the study came out. i looked wonderful. my hair was great, my skin that of a much younger woman. now, the elasticity is totally gone, i am losing hair and i feel my quality of life has gone downhill. i, also, developed severed osteopenia. i have started back on .625 and plan to take it for 10 more years. my mother in law has been on it for 35 years and looks and feels much younger than her 76 years. i have no risk factors, so i decided it is right for me
10	highly effective	after taking for 4 days i realized in the middle of the night that i no longer had any pain any where in my body. before my whole body hurt. im thinking i must have had fibromyalgia. i still have no pain and therefore am able to move about more easily. im hoping this will last. i can't remember a time in my life when i had no pain. i also noticed that my hot flashes have all but diminished 
10	highly effective	cramps were reduced from a 10 to a 2 on the pain scale.  hormonal migraines were completely gone.  there was no bloating, fatigue, moodiness, or any of the other pms symptoms.
2	considerably effective	it was the first product i ever tried that actually stopped my desire to quit smoking. unfortunately due to the severe allergic reaction i had i was no longer able to take it.
4	moderately effective	infection improved in 7 days, temperature subsided in 3 days, soreness subsided in 5 days, overal wellbeing returned in about 10 days
8	considerably effective	a substantial improvement in mood was noticed within a week, hence the quick effect was very beneficial. the medication certainly made life much more enjoyable and enabled me to cope with general situations much better. reduced general irritability.  i took this medication during two pregnancies and found no ill effects of the new borns.
9	considerably effective	after 15 years of ineffective medications, i finally got my rosacea under control with  i still have occasional flare-ups, but with nowhere near the intensity or frequency i had them before. i wish i had discovered this medication years earlier. i see a lot of people here saying they abandoned after a few days because it initially made their rosacea worse. i had the same experience, but pushed through, and found that it worked wonders by the 2nd or 3rd week. you just have to deal with looking awful for a week or two. like i said, it's not perfect, but it really has made life a lot better for me. i just hope it remains effective until they find a cure (ha!).
8	considerably effective	i experienced more effective for anxiety and panic attacks.
8	highly effective	i was able to control my addiction and not have to depend on pills to get through the day
1	marginally effective	at first it helped.
10	considerably effective	notice lash growth within 2 months. after about three months i noticed a huge increase in lash growth. increase in lashes. the color of my lashes remained the same. i also feel that there might be a slight increase in the overall thickness.
2	highly effective	very effective birth control, nice not to take pill every day, couldnt feel it while it was inserted, except when exercising.
8	considerably effective	quickly lowered ldl 100 points.
9	highly effective	weight loss, better awareness of how much fat is in foods.
6	considerably effective	improved concentration, increased productivity, decrease in impulsivity, decrease in distractibility  increased libido
9	highly effective	"one thing that clomid does is aids in maturing the eggs.. many women ovulate, but the eggs that are released aren't reaching ""full maturity"" beforehand. an egg that isnt ""mature"" usually cannot be fertilized...this was part of my case (clomid certainly does other things to aid in getting pregnant and ovulating, etc). i took clomid for years. conceived my daughter on clomid the first month (she's now 13 yrs old), but also took it for years after that with no luck....eventually got pg with no outside help."
8	highly effective	i gave up smoking fo four months after taking zyban for 10 weeks
8	considerably effective	increased urinary flow w/o the side effects of (decreased erectile strength). available strengths are more varied with cardura, thus effectiveness can be achieved with minimal dosage.
1	ineffective	my son had an allergic reaction.  he broke out in sever hives all over his body
10	highly effective	with this medication versus other drugs to treat add, i do not experience a coming down off of something effect. it is highly effective without the severe side effects of comparable medications to treat the same condition. also, it does not destroy my appetite and i feel healthier with particular medication. i dont experience dry mouth (but i have always been a huge water drinker!), nervousness, irritability, insomnia, or that racing heart feeling.
1	ineffective	none. due to side effects i was only able to take a single dose. i am now hoping that i do not have permanent damage from the single dose. time will tell.
7	considerably effective	decreased sensitivity to ragweed pollens during fall season.
10	considerably effective	reduced cholesterol 35 points to 185, down from 230.  i also increased exercise and reduced red meats and eliminated french fries.
9	considerably effective	although i was meant to take these daily, i felt my condition had arisen mainly due to a major change in diet. being someone who doesnt like to take drugs regularly i decided to use on an as needs basis, so i now take if i feel the regular need to burp and have the early signs of indigestion (i.e. a knotty feeling in the centre of my chest, below the breast bone. for me, this drug acts quite quickly (about 15 mins) and goes a long way to alleviate the symptoms.
9	highly effective	the benefits i received from treatment with this drug was that my thyroid hormone levels fell back within normal range according to the many thyroid hormone profile blood tests, tsh, t3 etc. which was ordered by thyroid specialist. another benefit from drug was that the goiter which i had developed prior to treatment which had become increasingly larger had finally gone down to the point that my neck actually looked normal again.
5	marginally effective	20 percent reduction of ulcer wounds in 4 months medication. initially it was prescribe for 6 weeks (feb 2008) but had no effects with the ulcer. the endoscopy procedure revealed that the wounds became bigger and more inflamed. the medication was continued for another 6 weeks till june 2008. slight improvement after 12 weeks of medication- the doctor recommends 6 months medication till the next endoscopy (till dec. 2008) with the expectation that the ulcers will heal.
10	highly effective	one year after diagnosis, surgery and beginning chemotherapy for stage iiic ovarian cancer, i am working 35+ hours per week and living more or less normally while receiving biweekly chemotherapy treatments.  taking oxycodone makes all the difference in my quality of life, because it allows me to live without otherwise constant pain in my back, ribcage and belly.  in the absence of this pain, my mobility/activity level is excellent, i can think and focus clearly, and i am free of the depression and frustration of what could be a debilitating illness.
9	considerably effective	less tired, no need for naps in the afternoon. immune system improved.
9	considerably effective	reduced fatigue, increased concentration, focus, and motivation.
9	highly effective	i worked rotating day/night 12 hr shifts for 15 years and i was always tired and it was difficult to keep awake and a focused mind while working, especially on night shifts. i've been taking this drug for 6 years now and i have no problem staying awake, sharp and focused. i no longer even drink coffee at night when im at work. this drug has changed my life.
10	highly effective	reduced onset of nausea and vomiting headache usually subsiding within 3 hours; ability to continue to work or do other things so i dont have to sit in bed in misery . reduced onset of nausea and vomiting headache usually subsiding within 3 hours; ability to continue to work or do other things so i dont have to sit in bed in misery
4	moderately effective	i started taking 6 weeks ago due to a gluten and allergy. i previously was taking synthroid however, the company couldnt verify the inactive ingredients. so to avoid gluten,  and some really nasty anxiety symptoms i switched to the  the anxiety symptoms subsided from 1 attack per day to none. this was great!, but then new symptoms started after three weeks.
10	highly effective	prior to treatment, patient had severe reflux.  she couldnt lie flat to sleep because of the reflux of acid into the esophagus.  she often had such pain from the reflux that she only slept 3-4 hours a night.
5	marginally effective	it reduced the severity of acne eruptions.
7	highly effective	with proper administration i never feel too many side effects associated with hormonal imbalances.  i also use it as my primary source of birth control have never become pregnant.  even during months that i failed to take it at the same time every day, i did not become pregnant.  the pill is super tiny and easy to swallow.
1	moderately effective	the lupron suppressed the growth of the endometriosis on my 
8	considerably effective	reversal of hair loss. to stop hair loss before it becomes noticable. i still have most of my hair and am using this drug as a preventative measure.
10	highly effective	felt better fairly quickly
7	considerably effective	lipitor is the only statin proven to provide a combination of impressive average ldl lowering of 39 percent to 60 percent, significant and proven cardiovascular event reductions, and a well-established safety profile across a broad range of patients.it is the most prescribed cholesterol-lowering therapy in the world, with nearly 144 million patient-years of experience. lipitor is supported by an extensive clinical trial program involving more than 400 ongoing and completed trials with more than 80,000 patients.
1	ineffective	none. ended up in the hospital. could have died within 15 minutes. this drug is dangerous. couldnt talk, passed out and was rushed to hospital. never had such an experience with a drug. it took several iv's before i started to feel a little better. this medicine has long lasting effects on your body. had problems thinking, had feelings of fear and walked like i was drunk. no i don't drink. i would never recommend this medicine to anyone.
5	ineffective	this is a widely used common antibiotic ointment for superficial lacerations
9	highly effective	it has helped greatly with my depression. i had taken for years and it stopped working. has helped get my life back.
10	highly effective	"my skin stopped breaking out as often and became much softer and smoother. the color really improved as well - much less blotchy and more ""dewy."""
1	ineffective	the medication did not benefit my shoulder pain at all.  the orthopedic doctor felt it would eventually kick in, but for me, it never did and didnt do anything to help.  it had adverse affects.  he was a very caring doctor who was trying to lessen the severe pain i experienced.
3	highly effective	well, i didnt have any babies, so i guess did its job. my pimples cleared up.
1	ineffective	there were no benefits. over-active bladder continued as is.
8	moderately effective	i found that the propecia did seem to counteract my hair loss. however, it did not do much for the hair i had already lost. i've been taking it for three years now and i have not seen any more receding, and my hair seems thicker than it used to be.
3	marginally effective	instead of curing my depression, this drug made me feel completely flat.
3	moderately effective	my daughter and i both suffer from wilson disease, we had taken for more than five years.  but my daughter had especially bad stomach nausea and vomitting.  we had made the switch over to for a year now, and she no longer has any upset stomach.
7	moderately effective	helps with ibs-c
9	considerably effective	patient expressed decrease in compulsory acts and a general improvement in mental stability. also to note, patient showed a general improvement in social and educational functions as expressed in an academic report.
9	considerably effective	decrease in appetite and increase in energy
8	considerably effective	i used it for sleep aid as ambien or lunesta never worked for me. i took a half a pill before bed and put me right to sleep. never had any crazy dreams or sleep-walking episodes. worked great as a sleep aid.
8	considerably effective	taking prozac has helped me to live a normal life. i was having a serious bout of depression when i first started taking prozac, and the drug lifted the symptoms of extreme hopelessness and racing negative thoughts. i've tried to go off the medication but whenever i do, negative thoughts and the resulting emotions return. when i resume taking prozac, the symptoms subside. the medicine allows me to challenge thoughts rather than react to them.
10	highly effective	it cleared away my face from poison ivy basically over night.
10	highly effective	results were almost immediate. my mild cystic acne went away just after taking the pills for a week. two months later, it's still gone.
5	highly effective	the baby did not contract pcp pneumonia. however, he was most likely never exposed to it either. its effectiveness then is unknown.
10	considerably effective	better able to handle everyday situations without spikes in usually woke up between 3-5 times a night. with the prozac my sleep was less interrupted. i also had less stretches of times when i felt depressed and just wanted to sleep to get thru another day. all in all the prozac helped me to rationally look at my life and make decisions. my outlook brightened.
7	moderately effective	during the first two weeks no notable benefits, but after that there was a distinct difference; the brain fog seemed to have disappeared, general mental state and motivation improved. however, there was no significant change as to the ability to concentrate which continued to be as poor as before. on doctor's advice the dosage was increased to per day but due to side-effects on that dose had to return to the previous dose  daily)
8	highly effective	significant remission from a major depressive disorder that had been present throughout childhood and into my adult life. one day i just could not get out of bed - the depression was so bad that my father took me to the doctor who handed me a sample pack provided to him by a drug rep. the effexor was a life saving medication.
10	highly effective	white spots which appeared and were growing in size (and assumed to be inflammatory  are gone
2	marginally effective	some reduction in lung inflammation
8	considerably effective	apparantly this drug helps to use the sugars be of use to the body, so my sugar levels went down.
2	moderately effective	to treat depression commonly caused by stroke. they say stroke and being a woman, 99% chance of depression, like a roller coaster early on..
6	considerably effective	relief from hip and shoulder pain, tingling painful feet in the mornings when i would first walk around. i also received relief from lower back pain and as such allowed for better sleep to occur. there is also comfort in knowing that as my illness progresses and as i age that relief is out there for me when and if i choose to use it again.
10	considerably effective	am having very crisp vision ability, increased moments of clarity, thought seems much better, heart and leg irritation (nerves) calmed back to normal, (what i remember normal as). still have moments where hyperthyroidism hits, but this is early in treatment, however, this drug took me from a very poor life, oversleeping, shaky, blurred vision, trembling hands, heart jumping out of chest life, and has made me feel very very normal.
2	marginally effective	the benefits of the treatment was that the hives that had been present for a minimum of three years were beginning to clear up.  the chronic itchiness that was associated with the hives also began to lessen.  the greatest benefit of taking singular was that the overall hyper-sensitivity of my skin was finally beginning to lessen.
1	ineffective	their were no benefits, after discharge, later i ended up in an emergency room. i was allergic to the cipro which was causing the nausea and had a very bad adverse reaction to the  the emergency room doctor stopped them both & placed me on other drugs.
7	considerably effective	i've been taking for 2 weeks, and i've found it considerably effective in reducing and preventing pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads. it is cosmetically appropriate and easy to put make-up over.
8	highly effective	relieve pain and fever,muscle pain and also no sneezing was for 105 c for one week and found normal after taking medicine in one week for one tablets three times a day. it is wonderful medicine to get the normal position for headache,flu,cold and fever
2	marginally effective	the fentanyl patch helped some with pain, however, the patient was still in considerable pain.
1	ineffective	none
7	considerably effective	less pain, better mood
8	highly effective	the main benefits were absolutely no pregnancy and no menstrual cycles.
8	considerably effective	elidel reduced my dry skin by about 80-85%. it increased exfoliation, which is very slowed down in related dry skin, got rid of many of the blocked pores due to poor exfoliation, and stopped the vast majority of the flaking, burning, and redness i had suffered from before i used it.
10	highly effective	nuvaring is so easy for my because i never have to worry if i forgot to take my pill. i am very forgetful and this has been a great choice for birth control.
5	moderately effective	mood improved slightly, mental energy increased slightly, but felt different than from a stimulant such as caffeine.
8	considerably effective	i experienced a reduction in my chronic pain by about  fifty per cent once i was taking the maximum dose of twice per day.i have this chronic pain for the past 19 years and have tried everything.  this is the first time that anything has made any difference.
8	considerably effective	i had side effects from taking celebrex so doctor changed to this one. marked difference in pain (relief) and ability to have better use of hands.
8	considerably effective	the treatment made the pain of the accident bearable  the paid seized for six hours before another dosage was needed.
3	marginally effective	very slight reduction in muscle spasms around eyes.  ended up also getting light botox injections in eyelid muscles.  this combo therapy has not resulted in a total cessation of eyelid spasms, but has reduced them enough so that i can drive again (the main disability caused by the .  taking the clonazepam at night also helps me get a better night's rest than before i took it.
8	considerably effective	less aggravation less anxiety,less worrying,less overall depression.
10	highly effective	bleeding stopped in 48 hours  severe urgency and frequency stopped in 24hrs.urine was clear grossly not red as it was on the fist day. i didnt have to run to void after the first day. i could wait the normal time after the begining of the urge. the frequency reduced to the usual of a few times in 24 hours depending on how much i drank.
9	highly effective	unlike other anti depressants which appeared to completely depress all emotional feeling and expression and lower energy levels, this drug appeared to free the patient from the high level of anxiety while allowing 'normal' emotional functioning. it appeared to stabilize the situation without compromising the patients ability to perform normal work functions.
6	moderately effective	i suffer from itching from different causes - clothes, shower gel, even just hot water. in about forty mins from taking the drug, the itching stops. the skin redness subsides within 2 or 3 hours, however not entirely. the effects last for nearly full day.
10	considerably effective	wellbutrin offers a stable, constant release of medication that by inhibiting the reuptake of dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine results in more dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine to transmit messages to other nerves. two brain chemicals in particular dopamine and norepinephrine are believed to play an important role in the ability to focus and pay attention to tasks.
7	moderately effective	the product was used to clear up a primary outbreak of herpes.  it was said to speed up the process of healing.  i took the product for the prescribed amount of time and can say that it did shorten the timeframe in half.
9	considerably effective	topamax decrease my appetite significantly.  i lost an average of 15 pounds per month while taking the 50 mg/day. i had no side effects during the course of the treatment, the only real drawback was the need to taper off the drug slowly rather than just being able to stop taking it.
8	moderately effective	improved facial acne, lowered blood glucose a little
6	moderately effective	helped to fall asleep.
6	moderately effective	releived moderate depression initially, and helped with anger and irritability control.
9	considerably effective	the treatment benefits are:  it controlled my acne and prevented any breakouts. the treatment also subside the present acne at the time of intake. my skin has cleared and there are no more pustules on my face.
10	highly effective	stabilized and regulated the levels of in my body.
1	ineffective	i suffer from an anxiety disorder and have tried several medications. so far clonazepam has helped me the best.
6	highly effective	95% cleared chronic severe psoriasis from scalp to feet. extremely easy to administer.
9	considerably effective	it helped with depression and suicidal thoughts.  i was able to sleep better and deal with anxiety and stress better.
10	highly effective	i failed out of school three times before i started to take adderall.  university once and a local college twice, in two different programs.  went back and my grades went from d's and f's to b's.  i was able to concentrate and retain information.  i don't have the fatigue, i had and i want to get the day going, instead of laying in bed for as long as i could.  literally changed my life.
7	considerably effective	"the ""head made of air"" feeling i tend to have goes away:i become more attentive, much more aware of my surroundings, feel much more grounded in the ""here/now"", and much better able to focus. my mind stops trying to jump from one subject to another every second; memory retention/recall improves dramatically. i also find it far easier to fall asleep at night, seem to sleep better, and seem to be far more emotionally stable. i also do not ""crash"" from it later in the day like my former (stimulant) meds. also does not appear to be physically addictive."
10	highly effective	the heartburn was unrelenting and multiple over the counter acid reducers were tried including taking the generic over-the-counter prilosec twice per day. none of these medications seemed to caused any reduction in heartburn. after starting the symptoms disappeared entirely within the first 24 hours. after starting the protonix i was again able to eat and enjoy any type of food without heartburn, epigastric pain and nausea.
3	marginally effective	helped me to eat, not think when i wanted to shut off.  helped me sleep. a bit of false happiness for moments aw-well.
10	highly effective	"on taking the first within 8 hours the pain was dramatically reduced in entire left side (back, hip,and lower abdomen first time in two years i could sit down without holding on to something!!!!!i have been told for two years i probably have arthritis ""welcome to middle age"" were my doctors exact words !!!it took a stranger at a walk in clinic who had never seen me to get to the bottom of this nightmare.i had gone from working 5 days a week to 1 day a week,thats all i could handle.i will always thank this doctor for actually caring."
8	highly effective	it cured my acne and reduced my wrinkles. this was really the best product i ever used. common over the counter products and benzoyl didnt work, which was very frustrating. however, the effects are only temporary. as soon as i stop using it, after a few days i will get blackheads again.
10	highly effective	i love imitrex, i could not get by as i have severe migraines to where i can not function. some time i will take up with one, but try to catch one if i feel it coming on.  it usually takes me about 45 minutes to and hour with tablets and 5 to 10 minutes with the injections. it is a wonderful drug. i use the generic tablets, cause they are a little cheaper with my insurance
2	ineffective	i might as well have not taken it at all. i noticed no difference in trying to achieve an erection than without it. when erection was achieved it went away quickly. the strength of erection was minimal. not impressed at all.
10	highly effective	eliminated pressure in my upper abdomen and reduced reflux. i have a hiatal hernia so it also helped with acid reflux.
7	considerably effective	"i notice the benefit of being able to be calmer and not so ""on edge"". i am not so short tempered and i am able to handle situations that are mentally or emotionally challenging.  i also notice the benefit of not being very emotional. my physician and i decided to wean me down to 20 mg. and when this happened, i noticed an immediate effect.  i was very short tempered and ""on edge"".  i was also not able to deal with situations that were mentally or emotionally challenging.  i also was very tearful. needless to say, my physician and i knew i needed to go back on the medication again."
5	marginally effective	perhaps a slight improvement in nerve pain
5	marginally effective	it is difficult to discern if there were any real treatment benefits.  our son was given prevacid after being diagnosed with eosinophilic esophagitis in an attempt to stop frequent bouts of mid-night stomach pain.  it is possible the prevacid had a mild-moderate impact on his stomach pain but more than likely it was the concurrent dietary modification.
1	moderately effective	i was not able to take the drug long enough to know its benefits.
1	ineffective	none. made me sick to my stomach.
8	moderately effective	the tramadol helped minimally at first.  i did stop working for the pain.  i've continued to take it because it helped dramatically for the fatigue, without any jitters.  i honestly could not get out of bed in the morning if it for this drug.
8	highly effective	alleviated all my symptoms with in the first week
9	considerably effective	onset of depression as a result of sudden spouse bereavement, ability to continue to care for children, run household, resume paid work, resistance of negative thoughts and behaviours
2	marginally effective	i slept well, except that was not my problem. i was forced to miss work due to a very deep sleep.
9	highly effective	significantly reduced anxiety without feeling 'damped down' or 'numbed'. feel normal, but with reduced anxiety. compared to short-halflife anti-anxiety medications, no feeling of emotional dependency on a once-daily ongoing regimen.
10	highly effective	this gel works really well for my acne.  i only had mild acne.  more importantly, the gel improved my fine lines and wrinkles.  i continue to use this product.
10	highly effective	the treatment benefits included but were not limited to anti histamine blocker, decongestant, etc. i was sneezing, coughing, had  allergy shiners, and could not sleep.
8	highly effective	fine lines around my eyes disappeared. the effect was gradual. it took about a year for them to completely disappear. skin tone looks great too. people think im in my early thirties.
10	highly effective	my treatment was good after i was hospitalized for depression thay started me on seroquel and i was getting better i started on it in oct 09
10	highly effective	the benefits are amazing.  i felt dizzy and like i was going to faint before i took the drug.  these symptoms went away and have stayed away for going on 20 years.  i also have seen that it helps with blood pressure and pulse rate.
8	considerably effective	treatment for three conditions all in one drug.
6	considerably effective	raise the platform of being less anxious
2	marginally effective	none so far
9	highly effective	no seizure activity since i started taking this drug
1	ineffective	there were no treatment benefits, only side effects.albuterol hfa made it so difficult for me to breathe, i had to use the discontinued albuterol (in the light blue dispenser)to recover.  im very worried i wont survive the change.
1	ineffective	i thought the uti cleared up but last night i began to feel symptoms that it has returned.
4	moderately effective	the treatment benefits was that the skin irritation did go away for awhile. i thought that i had been cured of the skin rash. it cleared my skin up and gave me relief from the rash.
7	considerably effective	by using this treatment a minimum of every other day, i noted that the lines around the eyes (crows feet)were diminished greatly. also, the skin tone feels tighter and my pores appear smaller. i have, at times, gone off of the cream for a few weeks at a time, particularly during the summer when the florida sun is at its most intense.
8	moderately effective	manageability of depression.
9	highly effective	no more food coming up my esophagus no more burning, no more waking up in the middle of the night with heartburn
9	considerably effective	i have/had an extremely easy to irritate stomach, over-sensitive to acid and food consumption. i spent most days feeling unbelievably bloated, even after only a few bites of food, sometimes. protonix was prescribed to me in combination with to reduce bloating, belching, and an acid-burning sensation in the stomach.
1	considerably effective	"my depression was significantly alleviated.  i would still feel bad sometimes  but it never again felt like true depression   it was like there was some ""padding"" between me and the bad feelings."
9	highly effective	rapidly eased the acute effects of the infection enabling the patient to breath easier.  it also appeared to enhance the recovery rate from this prolonged infection.
1	considerably effective	got rid of uti
9	highly effective	my nausea went from debilitating to manageable after a few days i saw even better results- although the initial results as strong-there was some relief  almost immediately-within the first 12 hours.....i pretty much stopped throwing up-after throwing up 1-7x everyday for 8 weeks...i still threw up a few times every few weeks-but nothing like before..i was able to drink more water and therefore be more hydrated after i started taking it...i was able to eat much more of a variety of food as well.
3	considerably effective	this is an hrt product that was given in order to alleviate hot flashes and night sweats. the first two days there was no any effect, but after three days the hot flashes started to fade out and then eventually gone. at the same the problem with night sweats also was alleviated.
6	considerably effective	fewer periods, a big plus for any woman.
5	moderately effective	after taking effexor for several weeks, i felt decreased anxiety and generally more stability in my moods.  this anti depressant wasn't a miracle drug but i think it did help make things easier to handle and, in general, neutralized most life experiences.
6	considerably effective	calmed racing mind (caused by stress and depression) and allowed a restful night's sleep.  cleared the mind completely, did not dream at night, and did not wake during the night.
8	considerably effective	benefits of naproxen helped with inflammation in the neck. having a herniated disc the size of a plum impinged on a nerve for about a year and a half caused permanent nerve and muscle damage in the right arm. after surgery there was immediate relief however, because of the damage there are still issues with pain and inflammation. there are also still 2 bulging discs in the same area as the 2 herniated discs that were removed and replaced (i.e.)   surgery.
9	highly effective	calm me down, helped me sleep, did not wake up a lot during the night, able to handle stressful situations.  this has be great taking at this time in my life, my dad died three years ago, my brother passed in october of 09 and my mom just moved in with me.  i found that my anti depression pills were helping but sometime i just felt like i was going to jump out of my skin and take someone with me.  this just took the edge off of everything and made things much easier to handle.
4	moderately effective	depression reduced slightly
10	highly effective	all symptoms subsided - swollen ankles, restless sleep, feeling overheated/sensitivity to warm temperatures, shakey hands, swollen thyroid gland, high thyroid level in blood tests, tired eyes, and increased appetite.
3	marginally effective	no visible benefits
1	considerably effective	gabapentin worked extremely well for my leg neuropathy.a combination of zyrtec and works quite well for my allergies. takes care of my restless legs which at times had me getting up and having to walk to relieve the discomfort. baclofen helps with my spasticity. after taking amitriptyline i am able to go to sleep in an hour or so. as for the copaxone who knows? i have had only one flare up since starting it.
7	considerably effective	niaspan helped reduce bad cholesterol and improve triglycerides
10	highly effective	xanax for me is particularly beneficial when either i need fast relief (one of the fastest acting benzodiazepines) or more in a social setting because it gives a more stimulating relaxation (i.e relaxes you but also enables you to be social compared to alternatives.)
8	considerably effective	it lowered my blood pressure from borderline high (140/90) to normal (about 120/75).  this treatment worked most of the time.  the only time it did not work as well was when i was ill or was having asthma related problems (difficulty breathing).  during those times, even with the lisinopril, my blood pressure went up to the pre-treatment level.
10	highly effective	nasacort aq has proven to be extremely effective in controlling my nasal stuffiness and sinusitis related to allergies.  before use, it seemed my nose/sinuses were clogged on & off and made me much more susceptible to colds/flu--as much as 4 to 5 times per year & lasting 10 days to 2 weeks each round.  i was miserable.  keeps my nasal passages open--it's a wonder!!
9	considerably effective	cleared up illness as it has in the past. it is a very effective treatment for bronchitis and pneumonia. it has been much more effective than other antibiotics i have taken.
8	considerably effective	depression decreased while on this drug
7	highly effective	took care of the gca -as long as i am taking it at least.
6	considerably effective	imitrex usually reduced the headache severity, if i was able to take it at the first sign of a headache. if i took it later, imitrex might help somewhat but often not enough.
10	highly effective	singulair is very effective in keeping my asthmatic symptoms in control.  if i forget to take it, i can tell that my breathing becomes more labored by about 36 hours after the last dose.  i will on occasion (maybe 1-2 times per week) need to use my rescue inhaler (albuterol), but it is primarily needed to ease discomfort and not to stop a full blown asthma attack.  in fact, i have not suffered a full blown asthma attack since i started taking singulair.
10	considerably effective	the treatment benefits were really not noticable because the condition of hypothyroidism ranges from non-symptomatic to many symptoms.  at the time of diagnosis, i only had symptoms of mild fatigue which could have been the result of many other conditions
10	highly effective	it completely eliminated all heartburn symptoms.  i am able to eat what i want whenever i want.  this is after nearly 2 years (before going on the drug) of trying to change my diet and lifestyle but no matter what i did, i could not find relief of constant, daily heartburn.  my days used to revolve around juggling over the counter heartburn medicines. this drug finally gave me relief.
10	highly effective	it stopped my hair loss!!!! i have some hair too!!! it works dudes try it! stick with it cuz its worth it. propecia is a dream come true. it didnt start really working till after 5 months. i started using it 6 months ago and now i lose only 1 hair when i shower instead of like 12. dude try it for real! i was worried about side affects at first but had none. ive had a great experience and want to share it with you. i wish i started treatment earlier. my only advise is to do it now!!!!!  i know what your going through. give propecia a try bro! i really hope it works for you too!!!!!! thank god for propecia!!!
7	moderately effective	some reduction in wrinkles and pores were observed  but im not sure if it's the renova or the or the combination.
7	moderately effective	less acne. it didnt disappear, though. and a regular menstrual cycle.
10	highly effective	swelling gone, pain pretty much gone in heel, arthritis pain all gone
7	moderately effective	having a constant level of pain relief by transdermal absorption 
10	highly effective	i had elevated blood pressure which was treated with different medications in the past. initially i was treated with norvasc which caused constipation. then i was treated with cozaar which did not control blood pressure well , instead it caused fluctuation of the blood pressure going from high to low over the course of the day, which made me very uncomfortable because i will sense both high and low blood pressure and have headache whether it was low or high. vasotec even in the small dose that i am taking now   normalized  my blood pressure , so i do not have  fluctuation of the  blood pressure any more.
10	highly effective	not only was my nose cleared up almost immediately, my allergies as harsh.  my step father is a md and he prescribes this to all of his patients.  i love this stuff.  the only bad part was that for the first minute or so after spraying it everything smelled very bad.
4	marginally effective	the differing did seem to help clear up the occasional blemishes i would get. made a slight improvement in the size of blackheads on my nose and cheeks but didnt alleviate them entirely.
8	moderately effective	reduced acne.  i had mild/moderate acne, and retin-a did decrease the amount of ance i had.  i liked retin-a also because it reduces wrinkles.  i am only 28, so i don't have many wrinkles, but used it as prevention.
9	considerably effective	lyrica really helped my pinched nerves and in my legs. i would go to bed in terrible pain and sometimes couldnt even lie down because my lower back and legs would cause me so much discomfort. when i woke up i couldnt feel my legs and could barely walk. lyrica makes it easy and painless to sleep and in the morning i can walk and drive without worrying if my legs will go numb.
1	ineffective	the only time i didnt want to smoke was when i was so nauseous and or throwing up after taking the medication. i seemingly derived no benefit from the use of this medication.
8	considerably effective	this drug is very effective in making me sleep well, and works as a paralytic on my brain to keep me from sleep walking/talking.  it has also cut down on my migraines since i started taking it.
10	highly effective	ambien has allowed me to have a full night of sleep and wake up feeling like a new person and ready for the day.
10	considerably effective	taking prozac has enabled me to not erupt emotionally or lash out verbally at others during stressful situations, such as traffic jams, bad customer service, or when people are generally disrespecting me.  most of the time, i have more patience than i did before taking the drug and can articulate my emotions better.
1	highly effective	mirapex: tremor control
10	highly effective	relief of menopausal symptoms, including headaches, hot flashes, mood swings, sleep disturbance, and depression. my marriage and job relationships had been suffering from these symptoms  after having a hysterectomy due to severe fibroids.
10	considerably effective	my annual bone density scan improved significantly after my first year on actonel.  although i still have osteopenia, my physician says actonel is helping to maintain this improvement and it is keep me from progressing to osteoporosis.
9	highly effective	the infection's symptoms of green mucus cleared up within 3 days. as each day passed the infection lessened as did the mucus production. by the 4th day i was feeling almost completely better.
7	moderately effective	more relaxed and not so obsessive, i did not hit lows or find myself depressed but more level and even
9	highly effective	clearing of acne.
6	moderately effective	i felt less anxious when doing presentations.  i took it before i was ready to perform to prevent a panic attack.  i felt like it calmed me down
9	considerably effective	psychotic thoughts went away.  no longer thought people were out to get me.  became less suspicious of people.  irritability decreased while on this medication.  this medication has worked wonders for me.
10	highly effective	lowered my cholesterol. this medication also lowered my ldl cholesterol while raising hdl
8	highly effective	relieves a migraine 8 out of 10 times.
9	highly effective	i have been very happy to have a period on time every month. it gives me the reassurance that im not pregnant because usually my periods would be almost half a month to a month late. also, i have yet to become pregnant, but i still use additional protection at all times.
2	ineffective	none. i only took the prescription for 1 day
7	moderately effective	to get restful sleep
9	considerably effective	less running nose.it worked as soon as you used it. working much better than the otc saline nasal spray i tried. no side effects noted so far.
9	highly effective	the benefits of taking protonix 20 mg is that my ulcer cleared up, and i was able to resume eating what i call normal foods.  i changed and stopped eating pizza, meat balls or extremely spicy foods, but if possible i will take a tums before just to reduce any chance of problems.
6	considerably effective	reduced inflammation, swelling and pain on the in-side of left knee area
10	highly effective	i was relieved of menstrual cramps within 15 minutes of taking the pill and during nighttime i was able to sleep peacefully without any pain.i was able to carry out my routine work
3	marginally effective	i didnt feel that it was beneficial but the cough and yellow phlegm production lead me believe my bronchitis was bacterial therefore i had my doctor prescribe an antibiotic.  the one would not have been my choice for a respiratory issue.
9	highly effective	i started to take prempro, the lowest dose, at age 56, because i would have freak periods - every six months.  i never really went through menopause.  no hot flashes, no night sweats.  but just a period out of the blue.  my doctor put me on 1 pill/day, .3, 1.5, and then i started to decrease the dose slowly to 1/2 pill per day, then 1/3 pill/day, then 1/4 pill/day.  now i take one pill/week.  i find that the prempro keeps my skin smooth and prevents incontinence, which started to happen when i tried to quit the drug entirely.i still take it, but i do have water retention, even with this small dose.
10	highly effective	the drug was very effective in counteracting severe itching caused by atopic eczema. zyrtec was more effective than other similar drugs    which i took before for the same condition. it did not have the effect of treating the actual cause of the symptoms (eczema) but it was very effective in treating symptoms, which was what i expected (i took other topical drugs for the eczema which did not ease the itching sensation).
5	marginally effective	in order to get any effects, i had to take 4-5 times the prescribed dosage.  the medication is simply very weak.  this drug did prove to me that managing pain on a daily basis, rather than responding to pain, significantly improved my quality of life and activity level.
10	highly effective	this medication was the only thing that was able to put me to sleep regularly after over 20 years of chronic insomnia!
7	considerably effective	at first, the acne on my face just went away. it's best for when you use it only once in a while.
7	moderately effective	did not take my pain away fully but it took the edge off things and helped me throught the day to do some activities i usually could not do without the drug.
8	considerably effective	it greatly reduced the effects i get from seasonal allergies including sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, and an itchy upper soft palate at the back/roof of my mouth.  it takes care of most of it, but i still get some itchiness at roof of my mouth.
10	highly effective	no allergic reactions while taking daily doses of zyrtec and no side effects at all.
8	considerably effective	the medication helped the patient focus on daily activities and think more clearly. it also eased the patient's nervous 'fidgeting'.
7	considerably effective	i had tried every single thing to help my acne yet nothing worked. then my doctor prescribed me accutane and it seriously has been a miracle. within a month my skin was almost completely clear. it felt so good to not wake up in the morning with a huge pimple on my forehead. this treatment has completely changed my life.
8	considerably effective	reduced muscular tension allowing for easier stretching and greatly reduced chronic pain caused by cervical disc issues
10	highly effective	increased focus, attention, productivity. better able to pay attention and absorb information in class. reduced impulsivity. increased motivation, increased mood. lasts much longer than other adhd drugs with much less severe side effects.
1	ineffective	emotions were somewhat blunted. less moodiness.
2	marginally effective	---
8	considerably effective	controlled complex partial seizures.
4	moderately effective	the drug did seem to alleviate my high blood pressure to some degree though definitely not entirely.  my blood pressure is still higher than i or my doctor would like it to be. at the moment it averages about 140 over 90 but it was 180 over 110. therefore i would say it was somewhat efficacious. it also alleviated some headaches that i assume were blood pressure related.