Contrave and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 2)

• In ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 9, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for just over 8 weeks and have lost 26 lbs. I am using it with the WW purple plan (using the app), and it is doing the trick. I am a 61-year-old female with a long history of obesity that has gotten worse over the years. I have been off and on WW before, and it works, but I don't stick with it. I think the Contrave will help me stay on the plan. At the very beginning, I had some lightheadedness and queasiness, and that came back for a short time each time I ramped up the dose, but I stuck with it and now don't have side effects. The only time I feel bad is when I overeat or eat very rich food, and that is the meds' way of telling me to cut it out. I do not obsess over food anymore and can ignore the doughnuts and other junk food in the breakroom at work. I am paying about $100/mo out of pocket, and it is well worth it! I have a long way to go, but so far, so good."

• Pok...
• July 7, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Worst drug I've ever taken in my life. I thought I was going to die-tremors, sweating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heart beating out of my chest. Had to go to the ER. Stay away!"

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 5, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have tried Contrave twice with disastrous results! The first time I reacted to it, I was told that it wasn't possibly related to the medication, but I stopped anyway. The symptoms I had were severe nausea, vomiting, fever, aches, and the worst part, a rash that peeled all my skin off a bit at a time from the top of my head to the bottom of my feet! It was intensely painful! I had stopped taking Contrave, and my condition improved over 18 months for my skin healing. Then, about 6 months ago, I decided to try it again as the doctors said that they were sure it was safe, so I took one pill from a new prescription, and within an hour, all the symptoms had come back! I did not take any more after that, but had to deal with the illness and skin peeling off again for 4 months, and it was terrible! It was concluded after seeing specialists that the rash, etc., was a result of Contrave, and it was very nearly deadly for me as this time it also caused an arrhythmia. I do not recommend using this product to anyone!"

• Cas...
• June 18, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 5'3 at 167 lbs. I started on June 2, 2021. I kept stepping on the scale. Now on my 2nd week taking 2 pills a day. Just stepped on the scale and I am 2 lbs down. I have been feeling full on just eating smaller portions or snacks. Still want a few cookies though, lol. Now I haven’t changed my diet either, I’ve slowed down on junk but no major changes. I will finish a full 6 weeks, consistency is key, right? Hopefully I can drop another 18 lbs. Update 6/17/21. I am now on 3 pills and my first day was super harsh. I did great in the morning but the evening pill came with side effects. I felt super weak, hot, jittery, and I threw up. I have had chest pains a few times, which didn’t last long. This evening wasn’t as bad, just a little nausea. Anyways, I am now 161 lbs at the beginning of the 3rd week, 6 lbs lost. I started working out and am on my 3rd week as of yesterday. At-home workouts, nothing major. Will update again."

• Zac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Bottom line: worst side effects I’ve ever experienced with any medication - with amnesia, short-term memory loss, sleepiness (falling asleep during the day) - insomnia, gas, bloating, constipation, headaches, fogginess, anxiety, nausea, and dry mouth. I only lost 3 lbs in 3 weeks - Also warning: They put you on autoship automatically, so even if you stop this medication on your own, they will charge another $99 to your credit card."

• S12...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 8, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I used Contrave as directed for about 3 weeks. It does help with cravings and weight loss. But I felt sick all the time, and food disgusted me, especially meat. I had severe headaches and severe constipation, which I still have. The side effects were too much. It does help with weight loss if you want to feel like rubbish and be full of poop."

• Wen...
• April 18, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took one pill. Within a few hours, I was dizzy, had a horrible headache, vomited, and nausea all day. Waste of the $144.00 I paid."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 4, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The very first pill-I had to call 911 within 2 hours. I was home alone and became violently ill, my heart was pounding, hands shaking very hard, my whole body was trembling. The medics arrived, I became so weak and sick I couldn't get up off my bed. My blood pressure jumped up to 175/100, it's normally 110/80. I will NEVER, I repeat, NEVER take another Contrave! It's dangerous-and I would rather weigh in at 15 pounds overweight than try that pill again."

• Gsk...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I had been struggling with my weight for the past couple of years, having PCOS and losing all my self-confidence. Went from my fittest 72-75 kg to a whopping 96 kg. It was by chance I was visiting my GP due to carpal tunnel when she then mentioned weight loss could assist with alleviating some of the pain. I started on Contrave, and this pill basically switched off the persistent unhealthy craving voice in my head. I felt nauseated at times, but nothing unbearable-as long as you don’t eat fatty foods. Today, a month from the first pill I took, I have lost 7 kg and gone from size 14 to 12. This medication is helping me reshape my habits and teach my body to be satisfied with less, teach myself to seek comfort in wholesome outlets instead of food. Food is my fuel, not my pleasure, and I am okay with that. I still have 14 kg to go to reach my goal. And I am motivated and excited to keep on going."

• Mil...
• January 27, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "4 kg down in 15 days, but still not worth it. I am at the very start of week 3 on Contrave - and I have chosen to not go up the dose as the 2 a day is just so hard on me. In fact, I am even thinking of going back to 1 as my migraines and nausea are too much, making it almost impossible to go to work. I really tried to make this work as I have lost 4 kg in the first 15 days. But I am probably going to have to wean myself off if the sickness doesn’t go away. Rather be fat than feel this sick all the time. Such a shame that it cost so much $$, what a waste."

• mkk...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 17, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have struggled with my weight for as long as I can remember. I am a 51-year-old female. My doctor has seen me yo-yo with weight and struggle at times with my type 2 diabetes. She seemed excited to offer me this prescription. I read some reviews and had some doubts but I trust her implicitly, so I started the process. Honestly, I wanted to quit within the first couple of months. Horrible nausea, terrible vomiting, and I hate vomiting. I persevered and am ecstatic with my results so far. I have been on this medication for 7 months and I have lost 57 lbs. I don't count calories, I listen to my body. I don't drink coffee anymore, and I used to drink a lot! I don't even like alcohol. Changed my tastes for foods. I don't crave anything. I know it may be rough the first few months, but I recommend sticking it out. I can't even remember the last time I was this weight and size. I'm so emotionally happy. I wish you all the best, what do you have to lose? Hopefully weight. Lol"

• Poc...
• January 13, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Took one Contrave tablet yesterday morning. As the day wore on, I could feel my heart beating really quickly. By 7 pm, my blood pressure was 151/94. Normally, it sits at around 110/80. By 9:30 pm, I was vomiting, sweating, diarrhea, and chills, and a terrible headache. I will never take this drug again, and I’m really seriously surprised that it’s available. It’s now 36 hours since I took the one tablet, and I still feel really nauseous and shaky. It’s just awful."

• Jos...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 3, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The nausea, the headache, and very lethargic. I worked since I have significantly less craving, but I can't tolerate being in this horrible condition. This is not worth it. Every day when the medication wears off in the late afternoon, I will have a bad episode of nausea for around 1-2 hours, exactly 6 hours from my second dose daily, and it didn't get better after 2 weeks, so I decided to stop."

• Rom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 19, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The sucky thing is this medicine made me absolutely nauseous and threw up completely in my second week. After two full weeks of taking two pills, I just could not stand it. I even have anti-nausea medication from my doctor, and it didn't help one bit. I just completely lost it and got completely sick. I want to keep taking this medicine 'cause I do notice a difference in my portions, and not only that, but I was starting to slowly notice a little bit of change right away, which was nice, but I can't do this nausea every single day. It's affecting my ability to work."

• Bea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 3, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have just started my second round of Contrave. I used it about 3 years ago in conjunction with my regular weight lift routine and absolutely love the results! Over the course of about 10 months, I went from a size 16 dress to a size 10. I was able to fit in my old college T-shirts again, and ‘that special pair’ of jeans fit again. (You know... those jeans that fit just right in all the right places and make you feel like the hottest thing on earth.) In the beginning, there was some sleepiness and a little nausea, but speaking for myself, it was worth it. I dropped 86 pounds of fat, gained muscle, and started enjoying clothes shopping again. The reason I stopped taking it was because I had to have several surgeries following a car wreck, but now I’m back on my feet and ready to make up the progress I’d made."

• Ano...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 28, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for 8 months and have lost approximately 35 pounds and have another 30 pounds to get to my target weight. If you can get past the first few weeks, it really does work. You can immediately feel the reduction in food cravings and appetite. I used anti-nausea drugs to help me the first week and then I had no issues. You do have to follow a healthy diet, but for people who eat compulsively, it makes a big difference in being able to resist junk food and reduce your food intake. This ultimately allows your body to adjust to healthier food and shrink your stomach."

• Edz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 11, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using Contrave 2 weeks ago. The first day I was good, the second day I felt a little sick. On the third day, I was Googling the 'best nausea pills.' I was ready to give up. I had headaches, felt very weak, and didn't eat at all for the next 2 days. I also was sleeping very lightly (I'm a heavy sleeper) and woke up multiple times during the night. That was my first week. In the second week, I was afraid to take 2 pills, but I must say in the second week my body got used to the pills. I'm now coming into my third week. I feel fine. I lost 2 kgs already, but it was mostly from being sick and not eating. I do feel my appetite has lessened a lot. If you can get through the first week, give it a chance. Drink lots of water, exercise, and eat a lot of small portioned healthy meals and snacks, our body still needs its fuel :)"

• Anonymous
• August 4, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "After 5 days of taking Contrave, I had severe constipation. So bad that after taking a laxative, I was puking and almost passing out. Finally, after a couple of hours, I was able to go. But after being off of Contrave for 3 days, still having issues of constipation and nausea. This pill is not worth this major side effect."

• Sav...
• June 6, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "10 days on Contrave & I’ve lost 2.15 kg. Sometimes feeling spaced out, but if I stay active, this goes away. Nauseous on the first day only."

• Hey...
• May 29, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Day 1: 9am I took my first tablet with breakfast (poached egg on toast). Felt great and went for a 6 k walk. At 1pm I was feeling very nauseous and also very spaced out. Spent 2 hours in bed. At 3:30pm I got up and had some soup and felt fine. Day 2: I was very nervous about taking the tablet again, so I contacted the doctor and she prescribed anti-nausea meds. I took my tablet with beans and toast and drank plenty of water. It is now 2:30pm and I feel fine, I didn’t need to take the anti-nausea medication."

• Sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 5, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "So I’ve been on Contrave for one week so far. I’m starting on two pills today. Since I started Contrave, I have noticed more energy. Sometimes I have a slight headache, but I don’t know if that’s because of allergy season or not. I have not had any nausea. I have noticed in the last three days that my appetite has decreased. My sugar cravings are also decreased, and I’ve lost 3 lbs this week. I did pay cash for the first prescription. But I found out from Aetna, my medical insurance, that if I get a pre-op form filled out from my doctor, then sent to my insurance company, a person with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or any heart condition, then it would only end up costing me about $65 (depending on the diagnosis) instead of $330. I called my insurance company to find out whether it was covered or not. The doctor was unaware and thought it was only a cash pay medication. So my advice is to check with your insurance company."

• Ste...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 3, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "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."

• Car...
• February 25, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I can't believe all of the negative reviews for this drug. I have been on Contrave for 4 weeks now. My appetite and cravings have been drastically reduced over the last two weeks in particular. So far, I have lost 10 lbs and I am absolutely thrilled! I still have 60 lbs to go but this is the first time in 10 years that I am very confident that I will get down to my goal weight. I had absolutely lost all hope and thought I would have to grow old as an obese person. I've tried every diet under the sun including Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, Keto, Non-Carb. I even had a gastric bubble placed in my stomach to make me feel full but had to have it removed after one week due to severe cramps and nausea. We all know what we need to do to lose weight, but when you are addicted to food and crave snacks all day, I always failed after 2 weeks on any program because I was just so hungry!"

• Pea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for about 6 weeks, and I have lost 17 lbs. I'm just starting to feel nauseated during the day and during workouts. I'll 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."

• Mar...
• February 14, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I hate to say that I would not recommend this med, Contrave. I started taking it 3 weeks ago and am now stopping. The side effects headaches, nausea, cramping, sweating, and lethargy are not worth it. True, I am losing weight, but I am also on W.W. I will admit, I don't crave anything, but mostly because I am focusing on the nausea and cramping. I am happy it works for some. As for me, I think I'll pass."