Meds

Since my childhood, I’ve struggled with my mental health. I’ve since been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and Autism. I’ve been on meds to treat my mental health conditions since I was 16, and I’ve tried several different medications. Some worked, some didn’t, some came with negative

i have tried so many medications over the years and right now i feel like i am finally in somewhat of a sweet spot. i still have tendencies of depression, anxiety, OCD but this regime has helped so much so far. I have a doc appt. in a few days to see if we need to change anything, will keep yall up

Okay besties… let’s talk ADHD meds. I’ve been on Adderall, and while it’s been life changing for my ADHD, it definitely comes with side effects. For me, the biggest ones are a suppressed appetite (sometimes I forget to eat), a higher heart rate, and feeling a little too wired/awake at times. But

The biggest thing I’ve learned from being on ADHD meds (Adderall IR for me) is this: The medication doesn’t make you a different person… it just lets you access the version of yourself you’ve been trying to reach for YEARS. Before taking meds, I used to think I was lazy, unmotivated, inconsis

So I went to urgent care with my symptoms that I disclosed in my last post… and the doc said he could prescribe me this. He knew that one of my symptoms was headaches and eye aches as well. Dont get me wrong.. he was a nice doc and all, nothing wrong with the clinic. This was just a humble reminder

these are my review notes for important notes and administration considerations prior to administering pain meds! Should I post more of these? I have notes on: pain meds GI medications (nausea meds, antacids) Diabetes (insulins) Neuro (antidepressants & anxiety) Cadiac (hypertension &a

just my experiences obvi! if you had good experiences w any of the meds i didn’t like pls do not come for me! everyone’s brain and body chemistry differs slightly so just bc i didn’t stay on it does not mean your experience cannot be different than mine. i’ve actually only had good experiences

I was diagnosed with adhd recently and have been struggling to find a medicine “cocktail” as they say that works for me. Adderal was the first one that has BUT unfortunately it always seems to be out of stock with I need a refill. While this can be frustrating at time I have picked up on loads of t

We’re taught to trust prescriptions blindly. But our bodies deserve informed choices. 💬 Did you ever have bad side effects from meds? #GirlTalk #lemon8challenge #birthcontrolpill #girlpov #letschat

I remember taking Adderall and feeling almost wired to the point where I didn’t want to sleep. If I didn’t force myself into bed, I could stay up all night, exhausted yet unable to turn off my brain. The next morning, I’d wake up drained and dependent on the medication just to have energy and fo

I thought this would be a funny get-to-know-me-esque post. In all seriousness, though, take your meds as prescribed by your doctor. My pill organizer is the only way I reliably remember to take mine.

I went to my doctor hoping to actually talk about what I’ve been feeling lately, the anxiety, the overthinking, the paranoia that’s been lingering but it feels like they just don’t care to listen to the actual problem. No real conversation about my lifestyle, what triggers my anxiety, or how I’ve b

Summer reminder 💚 Heat + meds don’t mix. Be safe, stay hydrated, & take care of yourself. ✨ If you’re on any medications — Antidepressants ADHD meds Birth control Allergy meds … you might be extra sensitive to the heat 🥵 Stay hydrated Sunscreen always Rest when you need to

Managing ADHD often involves using stimulant medications, which are considered the first-line treatment due to their effectiveness in enhancing focus and reducing impulsivity. Despite over 70 years of acceptance by health care providers and associations, there are many myths about how the medicatio

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I’ve been taking daily medications for about seven years now, and it’s evolved into this. I take my meds first thing in the morning and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I feel so much better with them. Taking your meds on time and correctly is important! Take care of yourself.💗 #medicine

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🦷 Dental work is no joke… I had to get two root canals, and to make things worse, both of my temporary crowns came out. The pain was unbearable—my gums were red, inflamed, and my whole mouth throbbed. At first, my dentist prescribed Tylenol with codeine, but it made me so nauseous that I could b

We hear so many stories about medications fixing anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges overnight. I tried medication, and honestly my life didn’t suddenly transform. There was no magical clarity, no instant calm. And that’s okay. Meds are just one part of managing mental health the

I’m on 60 mg of duloxetine, and while I kept waiting for that “breakthrough moment” everyone talks about, it never came. There wasn’t a sudden wave of peace, no big emotional shift, even after months of being on it. Don’t get me wrong, I know medication helps so many people, and I’m genuinely h

So it’s been a few months since I’ve been able to afford my meds to help with my pcos and such; no it doesn’t cost a ton but when you don’t have the extra $20 you don’t have it. While I was on it for the first few months it helped to get my bloating under control and I quit bouncing 10+ pounds

✨ Did you know that many over-the-counter meds are loaded with fillers and questionable ingredients like dyes, titanium dioxide, artificial sweeteners, parabens, and even petroleum derivatives? These “extras” don’t heal — they just cover up symptoms. 👩🏽‍⚕️ As a holistic RN (and someone who’s per

(because someone had to say it)💉✨ Let’s clear the air. GLP-1s aren’t shortcuts. They aren’t cheating. And they’re not just for diabetes. Most of us on this journey didn’t wake up one day and take the “easy way out.” We tried. For years. Diets, workouts, willpower, guilt, shame — all of it.

Some days showing up feels impossible. I’ve lost 4 loved ones since the year started. My car broke down. Life has thrown so much at me. I don’t know how I’m pushing through. But every day I wake up with so much gratitude knowing HE'S NOT DONE WITH ME YET! 🙏🏽 This is my supportive tool, n

Living with lupus is hard because… there’s no cure. That reality hits different. The meds don’t “fix” it they just help me survive it. The steroids control the flare-ups, keep my inflammation down, and help me get through the day. And I’m grateful for that. But I’m also honest with myself:

Ever wondered how ADHD meds actually work? 👀 From stimulants to non-stimulant medication, here’s a simple breakdown of what they do in the brain 🧠👇 #adhdmedication #adhd #adhdtips #adhdawareness #neurodivergent