Bupropion / naltrexone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• 1more...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2014

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Am mid-way into my 2nd week and wanted to report preliminary results. I am a comfort/stress eater who gained 70 pounds in 2 years. No side effects, other than being tired at the end of the day (which is not a reported side effect, so maybe from change in diet). I am still hungry, but it is easier to turn away from night-time snacks. I was able to turn away from my children's Halloween candy, which was a first. I didn't want a cafe con leche this morning (sweet/milk) - which is my constant craving. I've had modest weight loss, which I started about 2 weeks prior to the Contrave, for a total of 15 pounds in just under 4 weeks. Starting weight 201, 5'5" female, mid 40's. Time will tell, so far so good."

• Pearl
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2020

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for about 6 weeks and I have lost 17lbs. I just starting to feel nauseated during the day and during workout. I continue for another week and see what happens. I think I'm going to go back to 2 in the morning and 1 in the afternoon."

• Karaken
• December 12, 2016

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave in October of 2015. I followed a 1200-1500 calorie diet and walked for activity. I lost 60 pounds by July of 2016. I was taken off the medicine slowly and have since maintained the weight loss. I did suffer through some illness in the beginning, but I used bonine for the nausea. After two to three weeks I felt fine. Contrave was a success for me!!!!"

• Jas
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 30, 2019

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave back in February 2019. I have been taking it ever since. I did at first get bad headaches when I first started taking the full dose so I backed off and took the smaller dose a week longer which helped a ton. I eat smaller portions now since taking Contrave I do get full faster. My cravings are less but I do get them occasionally not bad though. I rarely snack. It's October now so I've been taking it over 8 months and I have lost 50lbs so far. I'm sure if I would stick to a strict diet and exercise it probably would have come off faster but my calorie intake is a lot less so it's coming off just fine for me. For me it's working great."

• Jimy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 1, 2021

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I had the Gastric bypass in December of 01, I was a KFC biscuit short of 400Lbs. The lowest I became was around 240 and my weight fluctuate between that and 260. I was asked by my VA dietitian if I would like to try something to take off some additional weight. I was placed on the Contrave Medication. When I started (Sep 2020) I was 255. I weighed in this morning (NO JOKE) 225. I am actually the same weight I was at when I was Playing college ball in the midwest, to be honest If we did not have the stupid restrictions about going to a Gym (CA) I feel I can get down to my army wrestling weight of 220 . Normally a person will consume food when the body says " Oh That Looks good" Contrave allows me to keep on a steady eating regiment. I noticed that I can eat the things I like to eat, yet not have that binge button go off in my head. So!!! It worked for me, if you are disciplined enough IT will work for you! One Side effect! it will plug you up, so drink lots of water!"

• Harlin
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 14, 2020

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 50 year old male. I started Contrave 4 weeks ago and have lost 10kg. It causes some side effect symptoms like fuzzy head and a funny taste in your mouth initially. Sometimes I have a funny frontal headache. It has improved my mood and made me able to walk past food without stopping. I take snacks to eat during the day but usually don’t even touch them. I have been able to drop my cals to 1600-1800/ day. It’s also had an incredible effect on my libido and performance. My wife is loving it. It is not a miracle drug. You still have to work hard but it certainly helps a lot."

• Latasha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 6, 2023

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was very scared to try this medication. I had tried Adipex and had success on it, but I gained a lot of it back once I came off of it. My doctor recommended we try Contrave. I am not going to say you won't experience many of the normal reported side effects, but the most I experienced was intense tiredness for two weeks and sometimes headaches. I can say that I have lost 20 lbs in about 6 weeks. The side effects have gone away (except for a headache here and there), and I really like how it suppressed my appetite so I don't feel like I'm starving myself. I only dislike that you can't enjoy an occasional cocktail, but I'm willing to not drink so I can dump this extra weight. So far so good, I am going to continue until I drop another 20 lbs and hopefully keep it off this time. Good luck everyone!"

• CAR
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 16, 2019

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave since the middle of May. In 2 months, I have lost 28 lbs and going strong. I no longer snack between meals and I am able to step away from the dinner table after one plate of food. I am not just taking the pills alone, I am also walking on daily basis up to 15,000 steps and pushing myself twice a week to 25,000 steps. I have no issue with this medication and would recommend it with balanced diet and exercise."

• Addy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2021

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "So far so good! Started on July 21st/2021. Three days in, no side effects. I already am feeling my appetite becoming less. Had a challenge tonight going out for supper with a large group and had amazing control with appetizers - could stop at one taste of pizza bread, potato skin, and one grab at nachos. I also ordered a starter Caesar salad and could only eat half. I have never had this much control when eating out and seriously wasn’t hungry but was still satisfied. This is with one morning dose. I didn’t expect it to kick in so soon as many reviews said week 2. Will write in again when I hit week one and weight loss…fingers crossed with peri-menopause I struggle to drop weight even when eating clean. This will definitely support my eating habits if this continues!"

• shanta...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 18, 2014

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on my second month of Contrave and I am down 18lbs. I follow a lower carb diet and exercise about 2-3 times a week. First medicine that has helped me lose. I normally lose and gain back due to hormone issues, but this actually works! I would recommend to anyone."

• Lola...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 12, 2024

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave on September 2 and am down 29 lbs in 4 months. Start weight was 192 and am now 163. My goal was at least 25 lbs and now I have decided to try getting to 35 lbs. I wish I would have taken measurements prior to starting because I am now down 2-3 pant sizes. I cannot begin to say how happy I am with the medication. Yes, I will not lie - the first week or so were brutal. The day I took my first pill, I threw up 3 hours later. 'Foggy-headed' for several days, intense headaches on and off for the first two weeks. On day 3, I was questioning if I could even continue, but I convinced myself these effects were temporary and I needed to push through! I did have some crazy dreams the first few weeks. All of that subsided several weeks in and I could not be happier. I would recommend this to anyone struggling with weight. I now have FOUR coworkers taking it. Two started and two will be receiving their medication in the next few days. Best of luck to all!"

• Elsie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 21, 2023

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Absolutely fantastic. I have been on this for about 3 1/2 months. I've lost 30 pounds, and with virtually no side effects. I did have insomnia when I first bumped up to 4 pills a day, but I cut back to 3, and more gradually increased to 4. It makes my food obsession and cravings disappear. I just can't believe how great it is. I must admit that I am a bit worried about what happens when I meet my goal weight. Will it all come back on?"

• Lydia
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 22, 2020

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Contrave a week ago - 1 tablet in the morning. Only side affect was got a bit of a headache for the first two days, doubled my water consumption to approximately 4-5litres a day and no more headaches. Prior to Contrave I was addicted to all sweets, especially chocolate, drank sugary drinks, was a constant snacker and over eater. I do not crave these things anymore which feels amazing. Within a week I have more energy, feel better about myself and have gained the confidence to beat my food addictions. Week 2 starts tomorrow. My starting weight is 95kg with a BMI of 37. Haven’t weighed in yet, however, can feel a slight Duffy in the tightness of my clothes."

• txtw
• April 26, 2017

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is an update to my previous review. I have now been on Contrave for three months, and in that time I have lost 35 lbs (goal is 130 lbs total). The first two weeks were horrible, then the side effects subsided. When I consciously watch my diet, I lose very steadily. Even if I don't, I usually lose 2 lbs a week. My life before Contrave was constantly thinking about food, snacking, and looking for the next "fix." Now I get hungry, but not famished. I can eat when I am hungry and rely on my body to give me cues- before, that was a foreign concept to me. For once, I feel like I am in control and that I can see this through to the end, and get to a healthy weight, which I have never been able to do. If you are obese, consider it."

• Sam
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 16, 2019

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Contrave is not a magic weight loss pill. It is a tool to help you lose weight, but you have to commit to a different lifestyle which includes some kind of exercise and dietary changes. When I first went on Contrave, I was a little nauseous and my appetite was greatly diminished. I lost a few pounds at first but it wasn't until I started moving that the weight came off. I started by just walking a few blocks and over 4 months built up to full workouts at the gym. I also ate better and less. I have now been on Contrave 1 1/2 years and I have lost a little more than 50 pounds. I went from 211 lbs to 158 lbs and I have kept it off. I worry that I might gain weight if I stop taking it, but with all of the changes I have made to live a healthy lifestyle, I shouldn't gain much. Nonetheless, I will stay on the medication as long as it is safe to do so. Contrave didn't make me lose weight. It gave me the jump start I needed to begin a weight loss regime."

• Latasha
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 29, 2023

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I left a previous review in July of 23 and at that point lost 20 lbs. I have lost an additional 25 lbs up to date today. I started at 218 and now am at a healthy 176. I have been able to control my eating. I don't feel starved or deprived, and to be honest, I do work out frequently, but I have not changed much about my diet. I still eat foods I enjoy, just only in moderation. The medicine will not allow you to overeat. I feel so full, so fast. I can't eat half of what I used to consume in one sitting, and I am still taking Contrave right now. I do not have any other side effects besides constipation, and you can take OTC fixes for that. If you decide to drink, just prepare for a killer hangover... gosh, it's the worst, but I do drink in moderation sometimes with little to no effect. It also treats depression, which I suffer from as well. I am getting double effect from Contrave. I love it and would recommend this if everything else has failed. This is the longest I have kept the weight off."

• T Lamb
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 7, 2017

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My Dr prescribe contrave for me in October 2016. I waited about a week to start them as I was a little nervous about the side affects and the cost was very high. Anyway I began a week later and as of now a little over two months later I have lost 20lbs so far its working and my side affects were minimal hopefully it will continue this way."

• Emma...
• February 1, 2015

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been taking Contrave for a week now, I'm down 6lbs. My appetite is curved and only crave water. I have put together a workout plan I do everyday to help. Yesterday I didn't drink enough water during the day and I was sick to my stomach. As long as you stay hydrated it's great."

• Carol
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 9, 2023

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started this medication at the end of August. In two and a half months, I have lost 17 lbs. I stopped eating sweets, but otherwise, eat the same. My moods have been great. Side effect: dry mouth, but only for a week or so."

• Bucke...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 19, 2019

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have now been using it for almost 6 months and it definitely works! I lost 15lbs in the first couple of months without dieting or exercising. I haven't felt motivated to go into diet mode so I can lose more, but Contrave has helped tremendously with overeating. I am pretty much eating whatever I want, but I feel full very quickly. I have not put any weight back on and it's likely because I finally have portion control. Here is my advice to any newbies beginning this med based on my experience: The first few days I felt incredibly nauseous. Don't try to eat your normal diet and typical portion sizes. Doing that will probably make you feel very sick! Eat very light meals and very small portions. Although you're supposed to increase the dose until eventually you're taking 4 pills a day, I never took that many. I've found that if I take my first dose with a morning snack and a second dose late in the afternoon, that pretty much keeps my appetite at bay all day."

• Truet...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 14, 2019

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am an emotional eater and the past three years I had gained over 60 pounds. My doctor put me on Adipex first and it really didn't do anything except give me the jitters. She then put me on Contrave and I have not looked back! Contrave has depleted the urge to constantly eat. I have been on it about a month and the urge for fast food, alcohol, and other unhealthy addictions disappeared. I eat healthy and drink mainly the bubbly water. My skin has cleared up, my terrible acid reflux is gone, the stress in my face is gone, I am losing weight, and it is starting to be noticeable to everyone! The only side effect I have is a slight headache every once in awhile and hot flashes. Unfortunately my insurance doesn't cover it but the $100 is less than what I would pay for antacids and fast food every month so it is a win win!"

• Kate
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2017

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on day 5 of taking Contrave. I usually think about food all day and everything in between is a major inconvenience. Day 5 of this medication I almost am forgetting to eat, I have more energy, my mind is quieter, I feel overall more peaceful than normal. I've lost 3 pounds already! I get full about half way through a small meal which is a big deal for me because usually my appetite is insatiable. I haven't had any of the side effects people have mentioned except that my eyes feel a little weird, which makes me feel a little dizzy, but it's barely noticeable. I have had some mild headaches but I think that's because I usually drink a lot of coffee and I haven't craved it as much so I havent had as much."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 9, 2024

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) "I went from 110 to 160 in 1.5 years or less due to my binge eating disorder. I decided to talk to my family doctor after doing research and was able to get Contrave for free from my insurance, along with the 10% extra they provide, which is awesome. I struggled to take them for the first couple of weeks because they were so big, but I got used to it after a while. They made me very nauseous, and I would have to sit at the end of my bed and breathe for 10 minutes before getting up in the morning. No, you shouldn't drink while taking Contrave. I did once and threw up the next day when I was getting ready for work in the morning. Not a good idea. Contrave completely suppressed my appetite, but I was eating healthy and having 3 meals a day. After losing 40 pounds in 4 months and being back at my pre-binge weight, I went off them and developed healthy eating habits, including homemade meals. I could not have done it without Contrave. It was the best decision I've ever made, to be honest."

• SMTay...
• September 11, 2017

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave twice. First time was April 2016. I had a lot going on in my life at tat time with deaths and job losses, so had some horrible affects, which I thought was from the drug so I stopped. The next March I met with my endocrinologist again, who put me on the drug. I told him what happened, and he said it wasn't the Contrave and encouraged me to start again. So in March 2017 I started. I weighed 258 lbs I won't lie, the first week was rough. Nausea, feeling out of sorts, but after reading reviews on this sight I took others advice. I started taking Dramamine with the pills. Also took my time with the pill increase. I took 1 pill for a month, than added on 2 pills for a month, than 3. I weened off the Dramamine and am feeling fine. I met with my Endocrinologist in June, down 31 lbs. He was ecstatic! It was the best Dr. visit of my life. He said to keep doing what I have been. As of today - Sept 11, 2017, I have been on the drug 6 months, I am down 40 lbs. I still only take 3 pills a day as that seems to be working. If I hit a plateau I will add the 4th. I want to encourage you - the firs week is tough - but hang in there. It gets better!"

• hecto...
• May 22, 2021

Contrave (bupropion / naltrexone) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My starting weight was 267 (though I've weighed as much as 340 in my life) and my current weight is 252 with a target weight of 185-190. I am taking 2 tablets twice a day with food and am on a low calorie diet (1100-1200) and am working out (cardio and weights) 3 times a week, I also walk my dogs, while logging food. It may help some people to know that I'm on Adderall as well, my doctors recommended Contrave because they can be taken in conjunction w/ one another. I'm a 32 year old white male who is 6ft tall. My diet habits have never been good but haven't been bad either. My problem has always been binge eating/drinking in the evenings. Contrave was originally designed as an anti-depressant/alcohol/opioid addiction medication before they realized that blocking the part of the brain that controls addiction and impulse lead to weight loss. I haven't had or wanted a drink in ten days."