Contrave and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 20, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Well, I started taking Contrave on October 16th, 2018, with a goal of losing 60 pounds in one year. I am very pleased to announce I have lost the 60 lbs in 26 weeks. A few minor side effects early in the process (a bit light-headed, some nausea) but nothing now. I have been heavy most of my adult life (started this at 348 lbs) and have tried every diet out there with no success. I was considering bariatric surgery but my doctor suggested I try Contrave first. Best decision I ever made. I feel great now, much more energy and physical capabilities to move more. In my opinion, this is a wonder drug and would suggest you at least give it a try."

• Tea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "It was terrible. The doctor I received the medication from was completely unhelpful in assisting my needs. The medication wasn't helping my cravings and gave me severe headaches, diarrhea, nausea, and I began having really dark thoughts."

• Owa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 7, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Contrave 7 days ago for weight loss and have lost 6 pounds. First day, no desire to eat or drink. Fourth day, ate a quesadilla for lunch. Felt nauseous from overeating! Fifth day, had intense abdominal pain that forced me to stay home from work. Skipped taking a pill on the sixth day since recuperating. Seventh day, increased dosage to two pills. Felt energetic all day. This week, I plan to start walking again. Concerned that the heart trial has not been completed yet, but optimistic my health will improve."

• Los...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 20, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave, recommended by my specialist, as I am 48 and have high blood pressure, and after all the tests, it is most likely from being overweight. My specialist is quite confident that my BP will lower if I lose weight. I have now been on Contrave for 6 weeks, and I have lost 23 lbs. I have changed my eating habits to more healthy choices and portions, and healthy snacks if I want one. I find that I do not need as much food, and I do not miss the junk food and have no cravings. I did have some nausea when I went up to the 4 pills a day for about a week and took a children's gravol to get me through. I also still have the constipation, which I am taking a stool softener for help. It is a little pricey even with the discount from Contrave, and wish it was more affordable, but it is working, and to me, it is worth it not only to feel better about myself but to help with my health as well."

• CDa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 24, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Don’t do it! I’ve got permanent damage from this drug! Horrible experience, I was nauseous and had bad headaches. I called my doctor and the pharmacist, they both said the symptoms would go away. After about 5 weeks, I had enough and called my doctor in tears, he told me to wean off of the medicine. I felt like I lost a couple of months of my life while on it. I had swollen taste buds and gradually got tinnitus. That was almost 2 years ago, the tinnitus seems to be worsening, and my sense of taste is not the same. It sucks!!! I’ve lost a lot more weight on Weight Watchers."

• Myd...
• February 23, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave on January 1st, and after 3 weeks, I wasn't sure it was working. I am now on week 7, taking the full dosage of 2 pills in the morning and 2 pills in the evening, and I am glad to say I am down 11 pounds. At first, I had every side effect listed until the 2nd week of the full dosage, and everything just went away. I do have hungry pangs, but don't feel I have to eat something. I will feel myself get sick, so then I will eat, but if I start to eat a lot, I get nauseous and quickly push the plate away. Contrave is not a miracle pill, it will work, just give it some time, but it is up to you to have the will to lose the weight."

• Mom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My insurance wouldn't cover Contrave, so my doctor put me on the two separate ingredients, naltrexone 50 mg and bupropion 150 mg, 2x a day. Which are the same in Contrave. The first few days the nausea was horrible, but I wasn't hungry. I took a few anti-nausea meds, and it worked. Now, a week in, I don't need the anti-nausea meds. I feel great. I've lost almost 8 pounds. But I'm also on a water pill along with my BP meds. I've noticed a big difference in my stomach. I was 239.8, size 16/17. My goal is a size 10/11."

• jes...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 14, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just started Contrave on Friday, 1/11. Still doing the one a day in the morning. So far, I've lost 3 pounds. Slight nausea and headache. My appetite has decreased, and nothing sounds good to eat. I am optimistic about this and looking forward to seeing where it goes."

• BBa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 11, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was rushed to the emergency room after taking Contrave. I experienced heart palpitations, anxiousness, nervousness, mild stomach cramps, and nausea. I was so sick I had to crawl to the door to have a neighbor take me to the hospital. This was not for me and hope that others don’t experience this reaction. I have never been this ill. I was administered medicine for nausea and given a shot that made me sleep drowsy."

• Dem...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 10, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am in the emergency room right now from taking this medicine. I had a reaction to it. I am experiencing nausea, stomach ache, jitters, feeling of anxiousness. I regurgitated and my hands were shaking. Think twice before taking."

• Sas...
• December 18, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Today's the beginning of my 4th week/start of full dosage. In 3 weeks, I've lost 7 lbs and haven't exercised... yet. I'm 5'8" & started at 221 lbs. I am a mostly healthy eater, but struggle with portion & snacking. The first 2 days, I felt mild nausea. Constipation began today. I had to be conscious of eating smaller than normal portions. My favorite part is no longer feeling 'hangry' at times. I can feel when I get hungry, but I don't get ravenous if I put it off. I no longer snack at night. I can get the winter blues and think the anti-depressant in this medication has helped that too! Coffee & wine taste was not affected. I think that the official results are supposed to be a 9 lb loss. I really don't understand this by reading through the reviews stating huge losses and my own loss. With the discount card, it's $115 at the pharmacy. If they fill and deliver, it's $100. I understand that about 25% of people will not tolerate side effects, but we're all different."

• Dan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 11, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The first 3 weeks were awful. Headaches and nausea were almost unbearable. Once the full dose was reached, the side effects were minimal. The first month, I was down 12 pounds. I ran out of the Contrave. It would be 5 days before I could get my prescription refilled. The pharmacist said I should be able to pick back up. Well, that did not happen. The withdrawals from the Contrave landed me in the doctor's office. It not only affected me physically, nausea and horrible headaches, but mentally and emotionally, I was a basket case. I have been off Contrave for 8 days and gained the weight back, the headaches and nausea are still hanging on. Mentally and emotionally, I am starting to feel like a human again. As much as I'd love to lose the weight, Contrave is not for me."

• Bur...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 9, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Contrave has been a godsend for me! My starting weight was 235 lb on 9/4/18. It is 12/9/18, and I have lost 28 lbs! I have experienced ZERO side effects. In addition to using Contrave, I have been exercising 3-4 times per week, eating an Atkins bar once a day as a meal replacement, and eating smaller meals in general. I did roll the dice last night and had my first glass of wine (okay, 2 glasses). I love wine and have stopped since taking Contrave. I awoke at midnight feeling nauseated and vomited several times. Needless to say, no more wine while on Contrave. I am so happy with the results and the lifestyle changes I have made."

• Kay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 30, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on my 5th day of Contrave, and the dizziness/nausea has just started, along with weird rashes on my hands. I am hoping that I can bear through this. After reading all other posts, it seems to be a normal thing and can go away after time. I found that drinking plenty of water and taking Gravol can help keep it minimal so I can at least still go to work. Haven't lost any weight yet, just feeling awful. Female: 34 yrs, 5'3", 240 lbs - Nov 2018."

• Ran...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 16, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I don't usually post on forums, but I needed to share my great experience with Contrave. I am male and started taking Contrave on Oct 16, weighing in at 349 lbs. Today (Nov 16), one month later, I am 323 lb. I have had very little side effects, a bit of nausea and a bit lightheaded at times, but nothing that couldn't be managed. I tell people I am not on a diet but instead a weight management program. I certainly watch what I eat but never feel deprived of food and have been eating at restaurants 8 times in the month, just eating a lot less. Now I do a lot more walking and time on a treadmill-feeling great. Would recommend it for sure."

• luc...
• November 1, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Contrave for 4 weeks now. It wasn't very effective in the beginning, but I have noticed that my nicotine addiction is now virtually nonexistent. I maintained at 228 at first, but then I started dropping some weight. I have only lost 4.5 pounds, but I find that it is much easier to control when and how much I eat. I started exercising 1.5 weeks ago, 20+ minutes on the elliptical, which is when the weight started dropping. The most impressive fact is I actually started exercising. I haven't done that in YEARS. I get a little pressure in my head between my ears, but other than that, as long as I drink a lot of water, that is it. Nausea only happens for me when I don't drink the water. I am only giving Contrave a score of 8 because, let's face it, it is no miracle drug. But it does help with food addiction and that constant 'what can I eat now' thought. For me, I lacked motivation and willpower, and I think the Contrave is what is helping me finally after all these years."

• Flo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 24, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was hopeful this would help kickstart weight loss. I followed the directed usage by increasing one pill a week. I was nauseated, fuzzy/foggy, had frequent headaches, jittery, and insomnia from the start. By the time I got to two pills in the morning and two at night, I was holding a trash can all morning because I thought I was going to vomit. I wasn’t losing weight, and it didn’t seem to decrease my appetite. My symptoms just increased with the dosage. I hope it helps others, but I could not continue like this."

• Mot...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 23, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave in January 2018. I am 5.1 and weighed 175. On August 1, 2018, I weighed 130 pounds. I had little side effects, just slightly nauseous when drinking coffee. The medication took about 3-4 weeks before I felt any changes. I was no longer hungry or desired certain foods. However, I was not good about staying on a healthy diet or exercising. I have been at my goal weight for 2 1/2 months and continue to take Contrave. The drug is not having the same effect of reducing hunger and cravings. Not sure if that wears off and need to stop and start again. Have had little follow-up or help with maintaining my weight. Good luck to all."

• Cha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 23, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have not been on this medicine long. This is the 4th day. First off, this 'tablet' is ginormous, so if you hate taking pills like I do, this was a huge turn-off. Second, they are not kidding about the nausea you will have when taking it. All 4 days I have felt like garbage, but especially the 3rd day. I see a lot of people stopped on their 3rd day in the reviews, so I guess it's just worse on those days. However, I am eating less, but I think it's because I'm too nauseous to do anything."

• Bex...
• October 22, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave in March of 2017 at a weight of 222 lbs. Weekly, I went to therapy, an eating disorder group, and a pre-diabetic class. I checked in with my doctor monthly. By November 2017, I was at 182 lbs. In early October, I had gotten injured, and my attitude rapidly declined because I wasn't able to work. By March of 2018, I was up to 206 lbs. I got back on Contrave in April 2018 to help aid the leg pain and maybe some of the back pain and stepped back to the full dosage. It is mid-October 2018. I am successfully down to 182 lbs again. Being on Contrave for 7 months in 2017 and now 6 months, I can say most of my chronic meralgia paresthetica pain is gone. My side effects for the first round were nausea and headaches for 3 months. I also noticed constipation and ear ringing. This round, the ear ringing is still there, and I did binge for a bit at first, but I figured it took some adjusting to get my body back into the swing of things."

• Bon...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 18, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for 1 week. Side effects were: nausea, hot flashes, foggy head. I have tolerated them, keep in contact with my Dr. The list of side effects frightened me at first too, but it seems to be working. I am going to finish the bottle to see how it goes. Good luck to all!!!"

• Bob...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 16, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took one pill only. I couldn’t function for two and a half days. I had a stabbing headache from it. Felt so nauseous I couldn’t move. Was terrible. Was a big expense for me as I’m retired and on my own. I wish I could get my money back. $230 for the bottle. One pill taken."

• lov...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 8, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for 2 1/2 months. My main side effects are slight periodic nausea, headaches, and moderate constipation. I will continue to take Contrave. The drug has been so beneficial to changing my mindset and eliminating cravings! I cannot believe how well it works. I also eat 'clean' and work out 3-4 times a week. I have done that for two years. I lost 75 pounds before the Contrave, but over the holidays 2017, I gained about 35 back. I now have lost about 16. I think this medication is a great tool!!!"

• rcl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 6, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was on Contrave for 2 weeks. First week, I felt nausea, light headache, constipation so bad it felt like I was having a child through my butt. The 2nd week, no side effects. I did not lose one ounce, discontinued Contrave now, switching to Qsymia."

• E-m...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 9, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took Contrave for two months, and during that time, lost about 20 lbs using a high-fat, low-carb diet. It seemed to help with discipline, but I had other motivations. I had side effects of fatigue (sometimes severe) and mild nausea. It seemed to make my urine thick, and urination was slow. I stopped for about 3 weeks (issues with renewal of RX) and have been on it for about 3 weeks since restarting. The only side effect is the urination issue, which is pretty bad - it takes me like 3x longer to pee, so I'm about to give up. Also, it is not helping as much on the discipline as I have had difficulty avoiding sweets and other carbs."