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Sotalol Hydrochloride
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10
Effectiveness
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Side Effects
6
Holistic Benefits
I took this medication in conjunction with the Digoxin and I feel it has made a difference in the Afib. I really like both of the medications and I would recommend them both to others who are having the same problem as me.
Alli
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Effectiveness
5.6
Side Effects
2.8
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Purchased Alli when it first came on the market. Followed directions and diet exactly and was rewarded with severe constipation. At the time the drug company wasn't even recognizing this as a side effect and on there forums would only comment that they were looking into it. Ugh Very bad experience. I discontinued use and thank god Costco returned my money.
Effexor
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4.4
Effectiveness
6.6
Side Effects
5.8
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have been on Effexor 12 yeas after trying several others Have found the XR dosing not as effective as the 3/times per day. have tried chging medications, however the withdrawal symptoms have not been worth it, so I continue on Effexor, the most effective for me
Femcon FE
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Effectiveness
6.8
Side Effects
4
Holistic Benefits
When I first started this pill, I hated it. I was bleeding constantly and I had cramps and headaches. However, after about two months of use, I have short, light periods and little pms related symptoms. I did gain a little weight but i think it is starting to come off (I've been on Femcon for about 5 months now). I have tried other birth control pills before and they were not for me. I actually switched to this pill because the pill I was taking before made me have such horrible mood swings t... View full comment
Metformin
User Ratings:
6.1
Effectiveness
5
Side Effects
5.2
Holistic Benefits
I am also taking Lisinopril, Apridic, Simvastin, and Lantus for my diabetes and all have been very helpful makeing me feel much better
Testim
User Ratings:
3.4
Effectiveness
5.5
Side Effects
4.5
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I have noticed more energy since using Testim. No difference in libido. I have noticed a slight drop off in energy after the 6th week. I have started regular light exercise and have noticed muscle growth. Some shoulder muscle pain, but that may be due to exercise. My major concern is hair loss. I was loosing some up top, but have noticed that it has increased. Will get blood test in February to see where my T levels are now (was 200). Can I take Propecia to offset the hairloss due to Testim?
Kariva
User Ratings:
4.9
Effectiveness
5.2
Side Effects
5.2
Holistic Benefits
Kariva worked for up to a year for me and this past month I had my period the week before I was due to have it.
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