Contrave Questions (Page 4)

How long do I have to continue taking Contrave before I can see results??

I finished a bottle in 4 weeks had to start with full dose dr recommended because it was just not working for me with the 1-2 a day. I was hungrier than ever!!! Then when I started the full dosage about a week taking it I still didn’t see any major changes just increase heart palpitations. I was s... read more

What options are there for weight loss medications?

Started day 2 on contrave & have persistent vomiting. Is this a side effect or some virus?

I took 1 pill on empty stomach yesterday & super nauseous all day. Ate crackers & nothing else. Couldn't tolerate it. Felt ok waking up day 2 so tried 1 pill again with apples. After 3 hours I started severe nauseous & vomiting with some diarrhea. Tried tiny bits of toast, crackers, rice, apples... read more

Contrave - I am having so much nausea and hyper secreting saliva, and a horrible taste in my mouth.

I am losing weight but the side effects are unbearable. Any solutions or is anyone experiencing these symptoms?

Contrave - Is anyone having a problem with insomnia?

I started taking Contrave Sunday morning and here I am still awake at 2 in the morning. I'm hoping it's something I'll get past because I already have 2 sleep disorders (narcolepsy & delayed sleep phase syndrome) and I take meds to sleep at night and to stay awake during the day. I won't be able to... read more

Contrave - At week three and happy with weight loss, however have an indelicate question?

For those on it awhile, do the side effects dissipate? Specifically diarrhea. No other side effects, but since going fron two to three tablets daily have had to run quickly to the facilities 9+ times a day. Commuting and working has become daunting. Will this go away in time?

Should I take contrave on an empty stomach or with food?

Do you take Contrave with or without food? I have been taking it after a light breakfast and then in

... the middle of the day. I am starting my 2nd week on Contrave. The side effects are gone. I only had a headache for 2 days and nausea for one. Also I signed up for ScaleDown and received my scale. I am not able to get my weight sent. I keep getting the Cell error. All the tell me to do is move... read more

Contrave - if hit your goal of losing weight, do you stop taking the medicine or do still continue?

Also what happens to you after you stop the medicine, does the weight cone back.

Wondering what I can take for headaches while Im taking contrave?

Does anyone think Contrave has a really unusual bad odor?

I've been on Contrave for about 6 months now, and love it. On this last refill I've noticed a very bad odor when opening the pill bottle, one that I've never noticed before. I'm concerned that the pharmacy put it in a used bottle which previously held something nasty, or this batch is old or messed... read more

Contrave - What insurance covers this drug?

Can anyone that gets this drug covered under there insurance please tell me what plan they have. I am on this now and would like to see if its worth me switching to a different insurance.

Contrave - When does the weight loss kick in?

Hi! I’ve been taking Contrave for 2 weeks. My appetite went away immediately – especially for sweets. I will start taking 3 pills a day on Wednesday. I haven’t lost a pound. However, I haven’t gained either which is pretty awesome considering I made it through Christmas and didn’t binge on sweets. W... read more

Contrave - What is considered a "high fat" meal?

I have read that you shouldn't take Contrave with a high fat meal but I cannot find where there is any explanation as to their idea of "high fat." Is it total fat? Trans fat? Saturated fat? What number constitutes "high?"

Contrave - Nausea, vomiting after 2 weeks of one pill? Has anyone else had really bad side effects?

... like this? If so, how long did it take to resolve/did it resolve? I'm afraid I'm going to have to switch medicines- the only reason I'm losing weight is because I can barely eat- I'm getting around 800 cal/day when my nutritionist has me on 1,800