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Isotretinoin
User Ratings:
6.5
Effectiveness
6.1
Side Effects
6.7
Holistic Benefits
Isotretinoin was extremely effective in treating my severe acne, but the side effects were disconcerting. The usual side effects were bearable, but I experienced some unlisted ones such as a significant decrease in sexual drive. I also encountered episodes of erectile dysfunction while on the medication.
Levoxyl
User Ratings:
1.8
Effectiveness
6.6
Side Effects
3.9
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My thyroid shut down 15 years ago, but after treatment with Levoxyl it started working again and has TSH, free T3, T4 levels have fluctuated ever since (though that was not recognized as normal 15 years ago). It supplies needed thyroid hormone, but does not address autoimmune problem that started it.
Cialis
User Ratings:
6.5
Effectiveness
4.2
Side Effects
6.1
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Cialis is a great drug and I enjoy taking it. However, I noticed that every time I take it there is a noticeable irregularity in my heart rate. I have no idea what might have cause this. I've talked to my doc but she used some complicated terms to describe what was happening. Can someone help and explain the irregularity of heart beat that is associated with taking cialis. In simple terms, pleases
Lofepramine
User Ratings:
3.2
Effectiveness
7.9
Side Effects
4.4
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I suffer from fibromalgia, and depression has got worse due to relationship problems,children,bereavement. Doctor prescribed this.I told her i could not afford to put on any more weight, BMI 33@5FT6. initially i had bad vision problems on taking, tiredness, dry mouth, constipation, headaches, problems urinating. bad dreams. flushing of face constantly; i cut it down to half a day as i could not think straight , it was awful trying to work . 4 weeks on, feel calmer,bloated in face a bi... View full comment
Hydrocodone
User Ratings:
7.3
Effectiveness
5.2
Side Effects
7.1
Holistic Benefits
I was prescribed this for a recent injury. I find myself enjoying them far more than I probably should. The fear of addiction is overwhelming. I have tried to take them only when I feel I absolutely have to.
Mucinex
User Ratings:
7.3
Effectiveness
2.5
Side Effects
5.8
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I just started to take this drug. This was recommended by a friend and it has helped my sinuses greatly.
Ritalin
User Ratings:
6
Effectiveness
6.5
Side Effects
6.5
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I liked it because it kept me focused in school but it made me have a depressive empty feeling so they took me off of it.
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