Contrave for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews (Page 4)

• Val3ri
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2017

"I've been on Contrave for 6 weeks and am 20 pounds down (Starting weight 308lb now 288lb)!! At first the side effects were pretty bad. Highly recommend to increase doses when starting this medication as the website suggests. I experienced a bit of dizziness, sweating, and dry mouth are the main side effects for me. I made myself continue on the medication and the side effects lessened as my body got used to it. Now the side effects are minimal and worth dealing with for the results I am seeing. Hang in there if your trying it out! I rarely actually feel hungry. I eat small meals just to keep my body going. The best thing and most important for me is that I DO NOT crave anything like I did before, so I can control my eating choices. What a God send!!"

• Heath...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 11, 2018

"Update: 47yr old female, 5ft 3in. starting weight: 221.6lbs on April 8, 2017. It makes me mad to see people call these "trash, paid for, reviews". Personally, I was sitting on the exam table in my doctors office w/ tears rolling down my face, telling him I felt like I was "stacked on top of myself ". (Fat rolls) He told me my bloodwork showed prediabetes. I had seen the Contrave commercials & asked for it. Today, I am 176.6lbs and down from a size 18 jeans to a 12. All with no real exercise. Just Contrave. It works for me, it is a life style change and a commitment. I LOVE the way I look in my new clothes. THATS why I stay committed. HAPPY JOURNEY !!!!"

• MrsG
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 13, 2019

"I am very happy with this Contrave pill; I take it right before bed and at lunch time. I have never experienced nausea or headaches, but I have experienced constipation ( which I remedied with extra water and vegetables) and some restless night around week three. I didn't have much to lose, so it's not falling off but it allows me to not crave food, binge eat and I really could care less about a drink at night or on the weekends. My water consumption is at 100 oz, which is a huge improvement!"

• tmtra...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 3, 2016

"I have lost 88 pounds in 10 months. I had some drowsiness and increased sweating at first but improved within a few weeks.. A small price to pay for the overall improvement in my quality of life. I believe the effectiveness depends upon the underlying reason for obesity. naltrexone lowers cravings and improves addictive behavior. My problem was the compulsion to binge eat high calorie foods. I don't know how effective it would be on obesity for other underlying reasons, which may explain why it works for some and not for others. My life has improved and I can do things I have been unable to do in years. Very pleased!"

• Angie
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 28, 2016

"I was on this medication for 1 year at 201lbs 5'3 age 23. I was down to 158 without going to the gym ever. The first three months were awful. Dizziness blurry vision but the first month had constant headaches. After that, I ate very little and got full fast. I even quit drinking. It also helped with my depression and energy. I been off of it for 6 months and have gained 10lbs. Food cravings and depression are back. Have to wait 6 months for an appointment to get a refill. I am dependent on it."

• A Ice
• January 4, 2017

"I have PCOS and hypothyroidism so losing weight is difficult for me. My Doctor prescribed Contrave 3 months ago. At first, the side effects were very difficult. I was nauseated and I felt really dizzy. At first, I didn't lose that much weight with it either; however, after about 2 weeks started losing weight and am currently down 25 pounds. I was very lucky as my prescription drug insurance changed at the beginning of this year and the new plan covers it with only a copay of $80 for a 3-months supply. I am thrilled with that. I have had constipation, but nothing that I cannot handle. I would suggest this drug if you have metabolic diseases. For me, the cravings disappeared, but I feel my body is burning more calories in the process."

• Archel
• February 4, 2015

"I weighed 163lbs when I started this medicine. I dropped 10lb during the first month. I also started medicines for thyroid issues, so that might be part of it. However, my cravings are completely gone! The medicine also helps a bit with my depression, and I feel more determined to work out. I'm pretty happy with it."

• EDiane
• January 1, 2017

"I'm on the 4th week of taking Contrave, with 2 in the morning and 2 in the evening. So far the only side effects I've experienced was in the second week, I started getting dry mouth and motion sickness when in the car. The motion sickness stopped after a week. I still get dry mouth but I can deal with that. The first 3 weeks it didn't seem to suppress my appetite, but I successfully stopped a life long habit of drinking soda with no cravings. Since I started taking the full dose it's now controlling my appetite. The past 4 days I have no desire to snack and I feel very full after eating half of a meal and I continue to have that full feeling long after eating. So far 5 lbs down with no exercise. I'm optimistic, time will tell."

• Futter
• February 1, 2015

"I don't know if I would have made it through the side effects if I didn't have a closer friend starting Contrave at the same time. Headache, dizziness, nausea, sleepy but they have all almost gone away. If you can make it through the first 1-2 weeks it gets better. The 20lbs I've lost makes it worth while."

• Resap...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 31, 2019

"Been on Contrave since Nov of 2018. Beginning weight 323lb and I’m 5’8. I’m down 40lbs now. Had a couple ups and downs because I am not as committed with exercise as I should be. Definitely curbs cravings and can only eat small portions. The one side effect I struggle with is gagging. I can be enjoying my meal and all of a sudden my body tells my brain that I’m done. It’s almost a feeling of disgust with my food that makes me gag and many times have to spit food out in a napkin. Even if it’s my most favorite thing to eat in the world....it’s so weird!!! Mild diarrhea for me as well, but I also have a very sensitive digestive system. Overall I think this medication has done wonders to improve my life. Weight, confidence, depression...many positive perks and recommend for anyone with weight struggles to give it a go. Insurance didn’t cover the cost but you can get a coupon from the Contrave website to help with saving some money."

• Anon...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 23, 2023

"Highly recommend. I’m 5’5, mid-30s, female. Started this drug at 282 lbs. Seven months later, I am down to 239, without adding exercise, but I am going to as a next step. Side effects are manageable. They include headaches and I find myself a little short-tempered, although I’m not sure if that is from this or not. I did try Ozempic and had horrific stomach pains and gastro; my body just can’t tolerate it. This has been a great alternative for me. I still eat everything I want, but I don’t crave unhealthy portions anymore. It was not uncommon for me to eat huge amounts of food, especially when stressed or upset. Now, food has no appeal unless I am actually hungry, and I stop eating when full without issue. Such a simple thing, but not for me."

• Cindy...
• January 20, 2017

"I have just completed my first month on Contrave. I have lost 9 pounds. I didn't experience any significant side effects. I was nervous at first because I didn't want something influencing my mind but the only thing it influenced was my appetite. I am less hungry all the time. I often have to force myself to eat. I am working on making better eating choices and exercising. So far so good! I just purchased my second month supply and am eager to keep losing the weight. I will post again after this supply is finished."

• JLano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2021

"6 weeks into my Contrave journey and I am loving it. I have lost 10.2kg (22.4 lbs) so far and I feel amazing. I had mild side effects for the first 4 weeks - some dizziness and headaches (usually worse the day after increasing the dose) and constipation. All side effects ceased after week 4 but I do continue to take a stool softener every few days as precaution. Food cravings disappeared within a few hours of the first tablet and I am able to stick to a 1000 calorie diet eating 3 meals and a small snack each day. I have been exercising every day (cardio 4 times / week, yoga 3 - 4 times / week and walking 8000 - 10000 steps / day). Haven't drunk coffee since week 2 and barely drink alcohol as I don't feel like it and was worried about seizures. I think Contrave is amazing, I feel for the first time ever that losing 28kg will actually be achievable, and whats more I am already 10kg down... only 18kg more to go to put me from obese to a healthy weight range for my height."

• Les
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 16, 2019

"It doesn't start working right away, so give it at least a month! Bad reviews probably come from people who haven't taken it long enough. After taking Contrave for about six weeks, I now just naturally seem to want healthy food, and junkier food is actually repulsive. I'm also satisfied with far less. I haven't experienced any side effects except an occasional momentary dizzy feeling. Good luck, everyone!"

• Shell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 5, 2015

"I've finished week 2 on Contrave. I'm down 4 pounds. My doctor is pleased. He doesn't want me losing any faster than that. For me, no side effects. My doctor also said it can take 4 weeks for the full effect which makes sense because it takes that long to get to the full dose. Stick with it."

• Sunsh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 19, 2019

"I have been taking Contrave for 6 weeks and have lost 16 pounds. For reference, I am 5’4” and weighed 165 lbs. This morning I weighed 149lb. Dry mouth and constipation are the only side effects I have now. I will get a headache if I miss a dose (I take 2 pills in AM and 2 in PM). I have to say this medication really works. It doesn’t kill my appetite, but no more binges or overeating. I have total control over my appetite now. Fast food was a big problem for me, but now I don’t really want it. Same with my favorite foods like carbs and Pizza — one slice and I’m satisfied. This has really helped me lose weight without suffering through a strict dieting. I found tapering up my dosage over 4 weeks as recommended by the manufacturer really helped with the side effects.For me, the immediate side effects (foggy brain, headache, tiredness, anxiety) went away within a few day of increasing my dosage."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 9, 2018

"Well this is my 2nd update . I have now been on Contrave for 8 weeks and have lost 36 lbs. I haven't eliminated much food from my diet just eat probably less than half of what I used to. I feel so comfortable on this weight management program and don't ever think I am on a diet. Over the 8 weeks I have gone out for meals many times, I order what I like but just make smarter choices and usually take a doggy bag home and eat it the next day. The only side effect is most of my clothes are too big but I will gladly buy new ones"

• livvs...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 16, 2015

"I am currently in week 2 (about 1/2 way through) and have lost 6.6 pounds already. I am quite pleased with that. This has helped greatly to curb my cravings completely and decrease my appetite overall. I haven't had any negative side effects, no nausea, etc."

• Glenn
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 1, 2023

"I am not on Contrave due to insurance not covering it. So I am taking the two ingredients separately, which my insurance pays for. Go figure. Side effects for 2-3 weeks were insomnia. Constipation is an issue but can be handled with fiber and laxatives. In 3 months, I lost 20 lbs. I feel full faster, I don't crave food, and my alcohol intake has gone down to almost zero. I have started biking to help with the weight loss. For me, this does work. I wish my medical insurance would pay for it, but they do cover the two main ingredients separately."

• SKINNY
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 25, 2017

"OK - today is day 1.(9/25/17) I started at 2 pm (because it arrived then) & it's 4:30 pm. So far I became very sleepy, which is ok, but I'm at work. No Nausea yet- so YAY! I'm about 200lb-5'2 so I'm hoping to lose a lot at least 50lb-60lbs. My knees hurt- & I avoid looking at myself naked anymore. I just wanna fit in my pants from 5 years ago. I think I've gained a lot of weight just from stress & getting older- I'm 47 yrs old. I used to lose weight so easy but not anymore. I'm hungry all the time and I think I can eat about 5 to 6 slices of anything in one sitting. I'm just being honest- So I'll check in next week in 7 days I used the name SKINNY101 in case anyone wants to keep up with me. I also enjoy reading everyone's progress here"

• Dolly
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 23, 2019

"I started Contrave 5 days ago and have lost 5 lbs already!!! I’m excited to see how much weight I will lose on this!!! Side effects; I felt a little jittery however I think this could be from not eating very much. I notice once I eat something this goes away. Feel slightly “out of it”, for instance I can ask someone something and they tell me and I won’t remember a second later what they said. Very difficult getting to sleep and staying asleep first couple days but has been getting better by the day. I am nervous about increasing the dose and not being able to sleep again. Increased energy, mild constipation, mild dry mouth. Zero cravings for anything. It makes it really easy to eat clean and avoid carbs and sugar. I’m not hungry at all. For the first time in my life I don’t feel like I’m obsessing over food like an addict. I don’t even think about it. When I do eat I get full really fast."

• Miche...
• January 5, 2021

"I have been struggling with weight loss since my hysterectomy. My starting weight was 168 and I am down to 160. I just started week 3 taking 2 pills in the Am and 1 pill in the pm. I really have not changed my diet. I do not crave sugar or carbs. I can just walk away from the donut. I can't report any side effects. I have not felt nausea or any of the listed side effects. I plan on adding more exercise. For me this pill works."

• Viola
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 5, 2019

"I've tried many products to lose weight over the years , Well Contrave is awesome it took a few months before the weight started really dropping, BUT I'M HERE TO TELL YOU IT WORKS!!!!!! I'm Amazed at the weight I'm losing all of a sudden it just started dropping off , of course I'm watching what I eat. Please if you try it , don't give up , trust me it works , thank you"

• Steph
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 3, 2020

"Hi, I was one of the few that didn't see a result. I had the nausea as most everyone else did. I followed the dosage directions perfectly. I read that if you don't see any change in appetite by the 4th week you probably won't. That much is true. I gave it 3 months."

• nico
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 20, 2019

"I lost weight of 55 pounds (25kg) between May-October last year with the help of Contrave. I used 4 pills/day and had no notable side effects. After that, I moved down to 2 pills/day until end of December. But when moving to 2 pills, I immediately noticed the appetite suppressing effect wasn't as good and I gained weight of 10 pounds back by the end of the year. From January, I stopped the drug completely and what happened to me when I stopped Contrave completely - I have now gained back weight of 45 pounds of the 55 I lost. I started Contrave (4 pills/day) again in March but this time I don't feel the effect as good as earlier which is disappointing. As an advice to all of you, don't stop the full dose too early and make sure you know how to eat without gaining weight. And stick hard to the new eating habits after stopping Contrave, you don't want to start the same weight loss process over again..."