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Zaditor
User Ratings:
4.7
Effectiveness
2.6
Side Effects
3.9
Holistic Benefits
It is common to experience some stinging or burning when you place the drops in the eyes. However, I hope the burning didn't continue afterward. If the burning doesn't subside after a short period of time, you should seek medical attention to ensure you aren't allergic to any of the ingredients or experiencing some adverse effect. I'm happy that Zaditor has worked for you. You may want to try some other ophthalmic anti-histamines that work in the same way as Zaditor because you may avoid any... View full comment
Tylenol + Codeine
User Ratings:
6.2
Effectiveness
4.4
Side Effects
6.1
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I realized too late that I was allergic to this drug. I was not prepared for the reaction.
Valsartan
User Ratings:
6
Effectiveness
3.2
Side Effects
6.4
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I am a clinical-neuropsychologist.I had a touch of arthritis but of late, I am having swelling and pain in my knees and the leg gets stiff. This was prescribed to me in USA but now that I am in India, I need more information before I consult a physician here. I read about the side effects reported by others and all I can say is that I have swelling and pain. I read about other BP medicines. Since it is reported that Valsartan has least side effects I am in two minds to change.Since I am takin... View full comment
Effexor XR
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6.4
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Originally, my dosage was started at 50mg, then raised gradually to 150mg. About two months after reaching full dosage, I started experiencing some side effects that I didnt recognize as side effects at the time. the best way i can describe it is that I started acting very unlike myself. There was a period of about three months where I experienced extreme sexual hypomania, which completely ruined my long term relationship with my fiance. This was followed by a one month period of social... View full comment
Lamictal
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3.8
Effectiveness
6.5
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5.5
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Discontinued last month after 14 years of treatment and experienced withdrawal symptoms including: insomnia, depression, eyelid twitch, rage, overstimulation, lethargy.
Honey
User Ratings:
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Effectiveness
0.7
Side Effects
5.7
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Good for mixing into teas when sick w a sore throat. Very good relief and no side effects unlike medicines.
Avocado
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Effectiveness
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Fine. i like it
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