Contrave and Tiredness: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 26, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I think the only reason I lost weight with this drug is because I spent 90% of the time throwing it back up. This medication made me feel so sick and awful. I had no energy, and it was expensive to boot even with insurance. I took myself off this medication when I decided I'd rather be fat than go through the side effects of a medication that made me feel so awful."

• sar...
• December 17, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’m going to be completely honest, this is not a paid review. Contrave, I started it two days ago during the day around 11 a.m., and I felt sick. I was dizzy, had extreme nausea, diarrhea, and also I was tired, and I have a dry mouth. But I lost a pound in one day, my weight is 273 lbs. The next day I really wanted to stay on it, but I was scared because it had made me feel so sick, kind of like detoxification. I came on this site, read some reviews, and saw this one person say she took it at night. So she could sleep through the pain and side effects. Well, let me tell you something: no matter day or night, you are going to feel the side effects, no sleeping through them, that’s that. Yes, I have a low appetite and couldn’t finish my food."

• Hnt...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 20, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started taking this pill yesterday (11/19/17) and about 2 hours after taking it, felt extremely nauseous and tired. Came home and took a nap. Felt better when I woke up. Definitely noticed a difference in appetite. Wasn't hungry for anything. In the evening, I did recognize the cravings were coming back, but I steered clear of sweets. Woke up today with a horrible headache, not sure if it's related or not, but leery to take Contrave again today because of the headache. Will update later. But so far, it is reducing cravings and can tell when it wears off. I'm sure when I ramp up to pills in the afternoon, it won't wear off."

• Com...
• November 15, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "So I’ve been on the medication for 4 days and have already lost 7 lbs. I’m 29 and started out at 227 lb and am now down to 200 lb. To be fair, I have an amazing doctor. She prescribed this to me only if I changed my diet. I cut out most carbs and sugar, plus an hour of exercise. This isn’t a magic pill that’s going to make you lose a lot of weight by just taking it and not changing your lifestyle. The only side effect I had was nausea and tiredness. But again, I have completely changed my diet, so that could contribute to that as well."

• RN ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 11, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Been taking Contrave for 5 weeks, so just hit the max dose of 2 pills in the AM and 2 pills in the PM a week ago. I've lost 6 pounds. I had some side effects - feeling very foggy and tired for the first 3 to 4 days, but then it cleared up. I still get tired in the mid-afternoon, but nothing I can't handle. I've had to cut back to 2 pills in the AM and 1 pill in the PM due to extremely dry eyes and mouth. The reduction in dose doesn't seem to have impacted the effectiveness of the medication. I had some trepidation about how effective Contrave would be for me because I don't meet the criteria for a binge eater. I'm more of a stress and boredom eater. But I have a reduction in craving even when my favorites are available."

• Ars...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 4, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was so nervous to try Contrave for the first time after reading the reviews. The moment I took the first pill, I was instantly sick. Well, the problem was that I took it on an empty stomach. I am now on week 3 and have had no other side effects. Today, I am super tired and can’t keep my eyes open, I’m not sure if it’s the Contrave or not. Also, I’m down 7 pounds."

• Cmc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 4, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just started taking Contrave yesterday, so I can't say much for weight loss yet, but I am loving it so far! I haven't experienced any bad side effects. I felt a little funny yesterday and more tired than normal, but I've felt great today and maybe even more energetic. The best thing is I'm not hungry! I've eaten normal-sized meals today, no overeating and no over-snacking. I'm so excited about it. I feel full, and that's been my biggest problem, never feeling full. I can't wait to see if it helps me lose weight. Plus, my insurance covered it 100%, so I didn't have to pay a dime!"

• Dis...
• August 17, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave 6 weeks ago, and my side effects were I was very angry, easily frustrated, lightheadedness, and headaches. I could not get past the two pills, 1 in the am and 1 in the pm. I started noticing after the third week I became easily frustrated and very angry. I can almost feel the muscles ready to burst out of my skin from the tightness in my neck. So I backed down to just one pill in the am. Then, after two weeks, I increased the dosage. But I have also been very tired after I take the pill. I could sleep all weekend, which is not good for a wife/mother of 3. So I decided to just stop taking Contrave. I've had to take some motion sickness pills to help with side effects."

• Sha...
• August 15, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This has just been my 2nd day taking Contrave. It has helped with the food cravings, I can tell, and I am not eating as much, but I am so, so tired and sleepy (can't hold my eyes open). I am going to push through it. I have a lot of weight to lose. I am 35, 5'5", and weigh 245 lb. The medical term for a person like me is morbidly obese."

• Jad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started on Contrave 8/5/17. First day I was lightheaded, nauseous, tired. Didn't feel like doing anything. I debated if I should take the pill at night instead, but went ahead and took it in the morning to see how I would feel on the 2nd day. Well, I didn't feel as bad on the 2nd day compared to the 1st day. 2nd day I wasn't lightheaded but just felt nauseated and tired. I would get hungry but couldn't eat much because I felt full once I ate 2 to 3 bites. I am at 192 lbs, will update after 1 week."

• box...
• August 6, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Day 1 on Contrave, I feel dizzy, nauseous, and tired. My heart is beating rapidly, and I am wishing I hadn't started this today. I don't think I can push through these side effects that are supposed to subside. I had been taking Phentermine for the last few months, with great success. My doctor said I can't stay on the Phentermine long term, so we switched to Contrave. Not sure what to do from here about the side effects being so severe."

• mic...
• July 30, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking this medication for about 4 days now, still feel hungry and have somewhat of cravings, but I usually never have extreme cravings to begin with. That being said, I did read someone's review declaring not to quit yet, because it took at least the 2nd week before she actually felt like something/Contrave was working. So I am hopeful that this is true. The drug does make me SUPER, super tired, which sucks, as I suffer from chronic fatigue due to a tick-borne illness. I'll stick with it and I will post an update then....."

• Ama...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I paid $99 for 120 pills. Insurance did not cover, but the doctor gave me a prescription card from the manufacturer. You just go online and fill out some information. Day 1, I took the pill at 8 AM. I felt fine until 2 hours later (I think since it's time-released, that is when the side effects hit me). I got so tired at work and felt so nauseous. I figured I'd leave my office, and while I was driving, I threw up on myself. Day 2, I ate a good meal when I took the pill and brought snacks. 2 hours later, I hit that wall and was so tired and nauseous. I didn't throw up, so maybe snacking helped, but I was miserable. I have never taken anything that made me feel this bad. The next day was a Saturday, and I had plans, so I decided not to take it."

• Mot...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 20, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 56-year-old woman, 405 lbs (not a typo), 5'9" tall. I find in this forum that most people don't have the amount of weight to lose as I do, yet I am hopeful. I started Contrave on June 8th, 2017, and have lost 11 lbs. Soon I'll be up to 3 tabs/day. I find that it is helping somewhat, yet I still am craving fast food. I am following a low-carb diet with no exercise yet. I hope that the higher dose will help with the cravings more. Side effects for me have been lethargy and some nausea. I plan on continuing this medication in hope that I finally can resolve my food addiction."

• Gwe...
• June 6, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Severe nausea with the first pill, and it lasted 2 days. Anti-nausea pills did not help, and I was nauseated again and could not function for two more days. I was miserable. I am on no other meds. Also lethargic."

• Aks...
• June 3, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Just purchased this drug last week, and what a waste of money. I feel very sick and bedridden. I only took two days' worth (2 pills), and I won't be taking it anymore. I cannot function on this drug. I've never been pregnant, but it feels like pregnancy symptoms are described: constantly nauseous, exhausted, and sensitive to smells. I do not recommend this drug."

• Cml...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 2, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on this medicine for about 2 months. My side effects were headache, thirsty, tired, and wired. Felt kind of like I was stoned, constipation, insomnia. Most of the side effects went away after I got to the full dosage. Still a headache occasionally, and still feel wired sometimes. But I haven't lost any weight. I know it's a slow-working pill, but nothing. In 2 months, it has curbed my appetite and cravings. But no weight loss is frustrating."

• Kev...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I tolerated the medication very well. It actually was kind of pleasant. However, based on my experience, I would not recommend it. It made me lethargic and seemed to increase my appetite. Sure, I was comfortable, but it was supposed to suppress the appetite, thus lose weight. However, it did reduce the desire to drink a beer or two. It was very good at that!"

• Ang...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 30, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Contrave on 5/4/17. I've gained 2 pounds. It is not worth the $165 it costs. It does nothing to suppress my appetite and gives some monster headaches. It also gave me no energy at all. It actually does the opposite, makes me so sleepy I can barely hold my eyes open. The side effects have subsided some but are still noticeable. I won't refill the prescription and am only taking the remainder because I paid so much for the pills. I only wanted to drop 20 pounds, but this isn't the diet pill for me."

• Lyn...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started April 5th. Took around 8 a.m., and by 10:30, I had to stop work because I was extremely dizzy, nauseous, and wow, so tired. Didn't take it again for 2 days, then tried again, this time I now take it at 3 a.m., go back to sleep so I sleep through the side effects. 3 days of doing this, and so far, so good. I do need an extra coffee through the day, though, to keep awake. Have lost 2 lbs in a week. Kind of scared going to 2 pills, may wait another week."

• Gym...
• April 9, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started the meds this morning. Went to the gym, had a pretty good workout. Felt a little lightheaded this morning while at the gym. Got home, started craving water. While traveling this afternoon, noticed I was getting very edgy and had a lot more energy and was hungry. BUT I ate at 8 am, then the gym, and didn't eat when I got home, so... I was still wanting water a lot. Five hours later, I was very tired, edgy, and my husband said I was slurring my words. We ate dinner around 6, and I was fine. Not traveling again, and it's 9:20, and I am so sleepy. Better mood per my husband."

• Ama...
• April 1, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm a 31-year-old, 5'5" female, 254 lbs. After having my daughter, I haven't been able to lose the weight. I'm one week into this medication, the first 3 days were rough. I had bad migraines, neck, and back pain. It should be noted I had also stopped drinking caffeine on the same day I started Contrave. In the first 3 days, I was very tired, groggy, and on the 2nd day even in a haze or fog. Once I got past the first 4 days, I feel pretty good, it has definitely suppressed my hunger and the amount I can eat comfortably. I feel full a lot faster. I don't have the thirst, dry mouth, jaw pain, or suicidal thoughts. Tomorrow I start with one pill twice a day (I'm on 1 pill once a day), so I'll see if the increase causes side effects and update this review."

• JLC...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm feeling terribly discouraged. I have 30 lbs to lose. I've been on Contrave for 9 days and have actually blown up like a tick! (Not literally lol) but in the past few days, I've started to not be able to button my jeans, and these are my 'fat jeans.' I have zero side effects, other than very tired between 1-4 every day, since day 1, but I can put up with anything if I knew it was going to work. I really, really am counting on this to work for me and am super scared that I'm going to find out that it won't, like everything else."

• Ger...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 22, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave on Saturday, 3/18/17, taking 1 pill in the morning per day. I've not been hungry, slight nausea, some tiredness, and decided to weigh this morning because my clothes felt slightly looser. I had lost 3 pounds. I think the key to it is WATER. I don't really work out or exercise. I'm excited to see my numbers move in the right direction!! I'll continue to monitor, but being diabetic and having high cholesterol, I've got to do this for myself and my family."

• ARW...
• March 22, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm only on day 2 of one pill in the morning. I have been loopy, tired, and jittery both days, all day. Dry mouth is manageable, but I was so nervous driving I did not go out today at all. I'm 52, 5'10" and 175 lb with hypertension, high cholesterol, and pre-diabetes. I have a few more days in me, but may have to do this on my own if I can't shake the high feelings."