Bupropion / naltrexone and Dizziness: What Users Say (Page 3)

• RN ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 17, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Was okay when I was titrating the meds up for the first 4 weeks, but then had debilitating nausea. I couldn't drive because it caused motion sickness so bad, it would have not been safe for me to be driving from the constant dry heaves and dizziness. I tried for another 4 weeks, but got to a point I couldn't even work or be functional at home. The day I stopped, the nausea quieted down quite a bit, and by the second day, 90 percent better. I felt like I was going to die while on it."

• Sid...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 4, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I had high hopes for this drug. I know it works for a lot of people. I found my appetite was suppressed and felt that if I could give it 4 weeks, the side effects would lessen. I went into week 5, but I still experienced nausea, tremors in my hands and legs, loss of balance, and irritability. These symptoms did not get better, only worse. I was so sick from this med that I started gagging when trying to swallow the pills. I had to go off during my 5th week. It was awful to my body. I do acknowledge that this works for some, and I wish I could have taken it longer. However, this drug made me so sick. I started to titrate down with my doctor's supervision. I have been off for just over a week, and the nausea and irritability are gone, but the tremors and loss of balance remain a problem. Ended with taking 4 pills per day, each containing 90 mg bupropion and 8 mg naltrexone. Weaned off in just under 2 weeks."

• dre...
• May 3, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have started Contrave off and on for over 8 months now. When I was taking it both morning and evening, I did notice the weight loss. My body seemed to just release whatever I ate via bowel movements. I was losing weight. It is hard in the beginning letting the meds get into your system, the dizziness, headaches, moodiness, and nauseous feelings did occur with me. I just started back again yesterday. Although it is effective, getting past the side effects is why I keep stopping."

• LJa...
• August 7, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for 20 weeks and lost 40 lb. The first month was hard. I had nausea and occasional vomiting. I had headaches, and some dizziness. After a month and starting the full dose, I began to notice a difference. The nausea became less, along with the headaches and dizziness. This medication helps curb my appetite and cravings. I eat half as much because I feel fuller faster. I haven't exercised, and I don't follow a certain diet. I hate exercise, and I hate counting calories, LOL. I don't have sugar cravings. I also take Prozac for depression. The Contrave, along with the Prozac, has helped my depression tremendously. I feel great. I feel a motivation that I have not felt in a very long time. I love the fact that this is a medication that you can take longer than most other diet meds. If you can make it through the first month, the medication truly helps."

• She...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 3, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Been on Contrave 10 months, and I’ve lost over 20 lbs. Started at 205 lbs and weighed in today at doc with 184 lbs. The side effects have been rough. I was lightheaded and dizzy early on. As I increased the dosage, my BP would go up and then return to normal after a few days. The biggest complaint I have besides the $100/month is severe abdominal pain. It went away after a few months, but it has returned. If I eat anything in the morning for afternoon, I get severe cramping and hurting. If I eat during the evening, it doesn’t seem to bother me. I guess it is its way to tell me not to eat! I can say with the pain that I have started to lose weight again. So I guess it has a price both money and pain and has definitely caused me to lose weight, not eat as much, and feel better about myself."

• Jen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 18, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I began taking this 2 weeks ago, August 2016. I'm 36 years old. When I started the medication, I weighed 244, and I am 5' 4'. So far, I have lost 8 pounds. I don't have a desire for sweets, and I feel it has helped a lot with my anxiety issues. On my end, I'm doing my best to eat healthier and walk 4-5 days a week for 40 minutes. I don't feel the need to go with huge portions and snack all the time. Until today, I have only felt slightly dizzy before lunch, but no other side effects. I still have a lot more weight to lose, so I highly recommend this medication, but remember it's not a miracle pill, it won't work by itself. I will keep you posted on my adventure. Good luck!!"

• wei...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 30, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Weighed in on 7/28/16 at 264.5 lbs. End of day 1 at 263 lbs. Side effects included slight dizziness, mild to moderate headache, and sleepiness, along with a curbed appetite! After reading 11 pages of reviews prior to taking, I felt it was worth a try. I also thought how in the world would I be able to reduce my caloric intake down to 1,400 calories. Now I wonder if I can get up to 1,400 calories! All side effects have diminished, except headache (mild now) and curbed appetite."

• fac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on Day 7 of Contrave, about to increase to 2 pills/day. I am a 48 y.o. male, 5'7" with a starting weight of 240 lbs. I have lost 3 lbs in a week, which is an accomplishment since nothing was working before. I do exercise regularly (cardio), but my eating habits were (are) very poor. I noticed the side effects of an intense fog and slight dizziness (similar to a NyQuil haze) about the 1st day or two, then it went away. I feel the cravings going away, it could be a placebo effect given that the cost I paid vs. my income could possibly just be willpower finally kicking in. I will try to update as I go to full dosage, hopefully, this will be what it takes to get my lifestyle a bit better. My wife runs like a 5K every other day, and I want to join her..."

• Sho...
• May 16, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 34, started at 168 lbs, and am 5 ft tall. Week one, I had dizziness and really bad anxiety. Day 3 through 5, I thought I was going to pass out at work. I can't stay asleep. Week one, I lost 2 lbs. I'm on week 2. I increased to 2 pills on Saturday. Earlier today (Monday), my coworkers said I was acting weird, and I felt anxious again. I took my 2nd pill at 8 pm. It is now 5:20 am. I woke up at 2:45 feeling dizzy and very anxious, like panic attack anxious. I am tired, nauseated, and dizzy. I don't see how I'm supposed to go to work. I'm seriously considering going off this medicine. Pros: it really did cut out cravings, I eat a lot less, I drink more water, and it's easier to make better choices. Cons: anxiety, lightheadedness, dizziness, nausea, insomnia."

• Hjd...
• January 6, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "If I could give this medication a 0, I would. After lots of research and talking with my doctor, I looked forward to trying this medication as I have struggled to lose weight after having my second child. I took the first dose at 8:30 a.m. By 9 a.m. I felt extremely nauseous and dizzy. I called my doctor and she recommended that I take some anti-nausea meds I had. They did nothing to quell the sea of vomit that ultimately came pouring out of me. I vomited all morning into the afternoon. Now, I've been very ill with food poisoning, stomach flu, etc., but this was a new type of evil as the nausea didn't subside even the tiniest bit, as it does with food poisoning, etc., after vomiting. There was no relief. I strongly recommend not taking this."

• Bik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 13, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 46 years old, 5'6 and I hate to admit it, but I am 209 lb. Most I have ever weighed in my life, even when I was pregnant with twins!! I started this about 5 days ago. I was at work, and at about 2:00, I was super hyper and was talking a mile a minute. I was acting very jittery and jumpy. It did curb my appetite. The second day was better because I knew what to expect. I did get a little dizzy and nauseous, but nothing I couldn't handle. My throat is extremely dry every day, and I am drinking a ton of water. I'm on day 5, and I am 201.2. I have cut down my eating, and I am eating healthy on the weekdays and cheating on weekends. My Dr. gave me a sample of 70 pills to start, so I haven't spent any money, and it seems to be working."

• so ...
• May 22, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave on 5-6, and the first week and a half no side effects other than dry mouth, a little bit of dizziness. My Dr. recommended when you start out to take it at night, not in the morning. I think this really helped. Now I am taking 1 in the morning and 1 at night and have been for a few days. I do experience a lot of dizziness and weird feelings, but overall DO NOT THINK ABOUT EATING at all, which is great for me. This used to be all I thought about, so I can deal with the side effects. I am down 15 lbs in less than a month with little exercise, but about to do more. I have about 55 lbs more to go and really feel I will get there with Contrave."

• Aut...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 1, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Female, 26, SW: 209. Currently on week 3 of Contrave. I've experienced all of the bad side effects (dry mouth, insane nausea, trouble sleeping at night, drowsiness during the day, vomiting, mental fogginess, severe dizziness, some anxiety, and weird dreams). Started to feel better by the end of the 2nd week, still dizzy but not debilitating. Usually, I work out 4x/week and can't because of dizziness. Increased to 3/day yesterday, and the side effects are almost as bad as the 1st week. I have noticed I don't have the cravings I usually do and can say no to food. However, I am still pretty hungry throughout the day. I'm hoping the side effects will go away and this will begin working. Will update when I have weighed in. Don't think I've lost any weight."

• Lim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 5, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave 8/22/18. Two weeks, I am taking 1 in the morning and 1 in the evening and have lost 5 lbs. I have tried everything, CrossFit with a meal planning, weight training, and cardio... nothing would stay off. If I went on vacation for a week, it all came back. With Contrave, I don't eat that extra slice of pizza and drink another beer. Yet everything still tastes enjoyable, I am just full and satisfied. If you have an addictive personality, this will help you! You will not crave that addiction, you will be in control. I experienced a slight headache and mild dizziness for the first week. What I am experiencing now is fatigue, I hope this levels out when I begin 2 in the morning, 1 at night in two days."

• the...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 25, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Unless you REALLY need this drug, I do not recommend it. That being said, if you are 80-100+ lbs overweight, it is worth a try. It has cut my appetite/cravings for any food, not just junk. Female, 30, 5'9", starting wt 260 (ish). Started Contrave approx 6 weeks ago; have had nearly every side effect: nausea, constipation, headache, dizziness, trouble sleeping, dry mouth, bad taste in mouth, and tremors. I also got two of the less common ones: tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and menstrual irregularities. Most of the side effects DO go away. I still get migraines a couple times a week/a few times a week before this. The constipation, trouble sleeping, and tinnitus remain. I am down 16 lbs in 6 wks tho. Would 2-3 lbs be more if I was less constipated."

• Pur...
• September 1, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I had bariatric surgery about 12 years ago. Was 378. Lost 100 lbs but am still considered super morbidly obese. I underwent a revision to tighten the stoma and lost 30 lbs but gained back 10. At 285, I started taking Contrave on August 30, 2016. One pill in the morning. Felt a little nausea and dizziness. Helped to eat a little something. I have not felt as hungry as I usually do, if that is really hunger. I document what I am eating because although I am eating less food, I may not be eating the best food. I also need to pick up my water intake. This pill is meant to take away the cravings for food. It will work only if you are on a solid eating plan and exercise. It is expensive but will help you while you are making a lifestyle change."

• Deb...
• March 21, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've just started my 4th week with 2 pills in the a.m. and 2 in the p.m., and I haven't lost anything! Not even an ounce. :( I am so discouraged and upset. I was excited when my Dr. had prescribed it to me to lose the weight. I thought, what a perfect boost. I already work out 3 days a week at the gym, but since taking Contrave, I've felt tired all the time, some days fuzzy as if I had vertigo. I may give it another month, and if I don't show any improvement, I'll stop taking it. Today is 3/20/17, I'm at 202 and 5'7. I'll let you know in another month if it was worth it."

• Kyl...
• May 13, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "It's May 13, 2017. I'm in my second week of Contrave, so I now take 2 pills a day. I go to 3 pills for week 3. I am a 53-year-old male. I started with a weight of 276, after 2 full weeks, I'm at 266. The ScaleDown program is absolutely great. I weigh every morning. The scale sends a cellular signal through my phone to ScaleDown, they then send me a text to monitor my progress. They give me advice and encouragement. Really beneficial. I sure hope this continues to work for me, I'm really tired of hearing the words 'morbidly obese!' Only downside is occasionally feeling nauseated, dizzy, mild headaches, but nothing I can't tolerate. And of course the cost, since my insurance will not cover the medication, my cost is $90 for a month's supply."

• Nin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 10, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Contrave is effective for my 'brand' of overeating, which has a stress and emotional component. My doctor really listened to me when I described my problem to her, and she said she thought I was a bit depressed, eating a healthy diet, but just too much of it. Six weeks into taking Contrave, I have so far lost 15 lbs. I feel able to focus on my diet and feel well. I have not been able to increase the dosage as rapidly as recommended, as it caused me some dizziness when I first added the second dosage. I stayed on the single dosage for 5 weeks and was able to up the dosage to 2 tablets per day this week. I take advantage of the savings card and Scale Down Program. Feeling positive about my ability to continue to slim down and get healthy."

• E I...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 7, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Contrave for a little over two months. With changes in my diet and some moderate exercise, I have lost over 20 lbs. The only side effects I have experienced have been occasional dizziness. I am amazed at my ability to control cravings and eat within the parameters of a healthy diet with the aid of Contrave. I do not believe I could have made such a drastic change in my lifestyle without the aid of Contrave."

• BBu...
• June 24, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 36-year-old male, I am a student pastor, I started Contrave on June 3rd, 2016. I used to be in great shape, but over the years I've let it slip away. Every youth event it was pizza, burgers, or hot dogs, so you can imagine how quickly the weight can get put on. I stepped on the scale at the doctor's office and was embarrassed, 290 lbs. The doctor recommended a jump start to help me with my weight loss that I so desperately needed. I was borderline diabetic. I read a lot of reviews and was worried about the side effects. Seems like I was a lucky one, I have had nothing but a small dose of dizziness (just the first week), but other than that it has been great!!! I am about to start the 4th week now, and I have already lost 22 pounds."

• Suz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 17, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Just started a week ago and ended up taking 2 instead of one pill the first dose. Aside from being dizzy and jittery that first night, the only side effect I have noted is being very thirsty. My energy level is several times what it used to be, but it is not frantic or jittery. As far as mood, things seem to not be bothering me as much, which is great. I am a diabetic, and my numbers have been great, a couple of lows, but that is my fault for not eating... I have found that I have to force myself to eat, and while I still think about food, my cravings have greatly decreased. So far, down a pound a day."

• Sur...
• October 30, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm a 55 y/o, 5'4" female, starting weight 162. Not an obese BMI, but gained a ton of weight during breast cancer treatment, so was able to get the prescription. I have been on it one month today and weighed in at 151 -- 11 pounds lost! I worked my way up to the 2x2 dose exactly as recommended. The first few days I was dizzy and felt nausea, but it went away. Now my only side effect is constipation. I used to drink wine daily, but miraculously stopped. I also eat less and have more energy and exercise more. I have always exercised, but now I do it more often and with more intensity because I just plain feel better. I may have been depressed and didn't know it. I love this medicine and can't wait for month two!"

• Cha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 20, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm literally only on my second day of taking Contrave and have just experienced the worst nausea, sweating, stomach cramps, and dizziness. Has anyone else experienced this, and if so, how long did it last for? Thanks!"

• Hol...
• May 13, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I lost 7 pounds in a little over a week taking Contrave. Contrave definitely gave me the extra boost that I needed. I walk 4,000 steps per day and have been eating healthy by choosing healthy foods and counting my calorie intake. For the first week, getting used to the medication was a little difficult, I felt dizzy and a little nauseous, but I feel no side effects now. My blood pressure is normal again, and I feel great and confident about the days to come! I would recommend Contrave to anyone who's having a hard time losing weight!"