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Magic Johnson

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Freddie Mercury

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Vicodin
User Ratings:
6.6
Effectiveness
5.6
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6.4
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It was used post-shoulder surgery as a pain reliever. I stopped taking it because of its awful side effects that caused vomiting, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, and fatigue.
Risperdal Consta
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Effectiveness
8.6
Side Effects
6.1
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It really worked wonders for my mental state and helped me to gain control of my life. However, putting on 80 Lbs. in 2 years while on this was enough for me to discontinue it's use and try to find another solution. Still searching after 15 years of bipolar to find something that will make me feel normal...
Methylprednisolone
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Effectiveness
7.6
Side Effects
5.5
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Originally had severe soar throat, high temp, and fluid in ear. Received amoxilcillan and cleared up fever but still had spots then got cough. Tried augmentin and that didn't help, though upset my stomach. Trying to get rid of a cough I had for a month and fluid in the ear. I didn't want a 3rd antibiotic so was recommended I try this. If this didn't work then will try Biaxin XL PAC.
Cortizone
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Cortisone is very helpful although from time to time I do notice that some symptoms may still be present.
Ambien CR
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Much better mental health, sleep isnt a problem anymore.Must allow recomended time for sleep though.
Advil Allergy Sinus
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Effectiveness
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6.1
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I am very glad I tried Advil Allergy and Sinus. I just wish I could get it over-the-counter without going to the pharmcy. It is far more effective than Benadryl D Allergy and Sinus.
Rebif
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4.5
Effectiveness
7.5
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5.1
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Site reactions were very bad, lumps and bruises that lasted for weeks. I developed Raynaud's syndrome and had white fingers almost daily until I switched to Avonex, no more problems. The flu like symptoms were horrible and the day after I had NO energy so I ended up being sick most of the week.
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