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

• Anonymous
• October 18, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I only took 1 tablet for two days and felt tired but jittery, difficulty swallowing, and insomnia. I did lose 2 pounds but stopped taking it because of the way it made me feel. Can anyone tell me if those feelings go away after longer use?"

• GCM...
• April 7, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave in early February. At first, I did not lose any weight, but I could feel myself getting fuller faster, especially as the dosage increased. For the month I have been on the full dosage, I have lost 20 pounds. Sometimes I do not have a desire to eat, often, this is due to nausea. I have felt more energized and motivated to work out. The only side effects I continue to have are a dry mouth and trouble sleeping. Both problems are well worth it to me."

• Moj...
• February 20, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started March 2017 at 185 lbs. As of February 2018, I'm at 125 lbs. Contrave reduced my urge to eat extremely well. I did not exercise or increase my activity. My weight loss was strictly from consuming fewer calories. I did not have an urge to binge eat all day. Burgers and pizza are still regularly on the menu, but now instead of eating half a pizza, I am full after 1-2 slices. Minimal side effects. At the beginning, nausea, dry mouth, and insomnia. Sleeping is my only issue still. I wasn’t the best sleeper before, but Contrave definitely made it worse. Insurance will not cover, so it's $90.00/month. I'm at my goal weight now, hoping the weight doesn't come back if I stop. Again, everyone reacts differently to medication (for example: antibiotics make me sick, but for millions, it's not a problem). The side effects can be bad for some, just don’t let that scare you off. Contrave is the first weight loss drug I’ve tried, but personally, I would highly recommend it. Results: 60 lbs - 11 months"

• ade...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 14, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I need to lose 20 pounds, and it is not coming off with diet and exercise. Doctor prescribed Contrave. I read many reviews before taking and was hopeful that I would not have side effects. I have taken Wellbutrin 150 XL with no problem. Before taking my first tablet, I had a breakfast of Greek yogurt and strawberries followed by 2 cups of black coffee and 8 oz of water. I took the tablet at 9 am. By 10 am, I had a strong pressure headache, felt dizzy, and was unable to concentrate. By 11 am, feeling nauseous. Tried sipping water and a few crackers, but by 11:30 am, I was vomiting violently and was unable to leave the bathroom for the next 3 hours. Fierce stomach cramps started around noon, followed by diarrhea. Headache worsened. Sleepless night. Yikes."

• 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."

• ABa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 18, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Horrible anxiety on day 2 of Contrave. I can't sleep, face very flushed, heart palpitations, and actually increased appetite - I'd rather be overweight than feel like this!! Don't do it, read these comments and avoid this horrible product."

• Loo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 13, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Absolute waste of time and money! $300.00 a month and zero weight loss and unpleasant side effects, insomnia, constipation, and flat-line emotions. I am shocked that this is on the market as a weight loss drug, other friends who have taken it have had very short-lived modest success."

• Sli...
• July 15, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Dry mouth, but that just prompted me to drink more water. Slight headache and insomnia yesterday, but insomnia every day for me, and I had my hair up, which could be the cause of the headache. I won't blame the meds for any except the dry mouth. I was fine taking it on an empty stomach. This morning when I awoke, I wasn't crazy thinking about how to battle food cravings all day long. My willpower was weakening as I get older, or so I thought, but yesterday I was able to work a normal day without thinking about food or the fight with my mind. With research, I already knew my insurance wouldn't cover it. I signed up for the savings card program, $70 out of pocket."

• Ktr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is my second round attempting to use prescribed Contrave to aid in weight loss. Both experiences were the same. Notable side effects I’ve experienced include severe vivid dreams/insomnia (waking up throughout the night, tossing/turning) and constipation. Constipation I can deal with, but the dreams/insomnia I cannot. I’m exhausted throughout the workday and have no energy to exercise. I also do not notice any changes in food craving, food tastes, or weight. I’ve read many reviews that praise Contrave for their weight loss, but the same reviewers go into how they’ve also followed a diet and exercised. I can’t help but think Contrave is just a coincidence. If you haven’t experienced side effects, I guess you’re the lucky one. I’ll go back to Weight Watchers-safe, drug-free, and I’ve lost more weight following that program than has been reported by those on Contrave. And I’ll have my sleep back."

• Sha...
• May 11, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Biggest waste of $100 I ever spent. This medication made me so hungry 24/7, I would eat everything in front of me all day! I felt like I was on a strong steroid, and it even got to the point where I would toss and turn all night, still hungry. I tried it for 18 days straight, thinking it took a little while to become effective, and gained 6 lbs before I stopped. I also spoke with 2 other people who tried it (1 of them a doctor), and they both had the same experience. Wish I could get my money back."

• She...
• August 17, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 59 and about 40 pounds overweight. On Contrave 1 week. I hated the way I felt the first 3-4 days - lightheaded, couldn't sleep (interesting, others felt sleepy) and at times felt jittery. Also had a few hot flashes. I pushed through it and still not sleeping well and some nausea at day 7. I can tell it takes my mind off mindless eating and grazing but still pretty much able to eat a good meal. I did lose 2 pounds in the 1st week, so that is good! I am trying to decide whether to just stay on the 1-a-day pill vs. stepping up to a second pill a day. Not sure if side effects will increase and if it will be worth it."

• Les...
• January 30, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was unable to get past the side effects, so I don't know if with prolonged use this would work for weight loss. The first week, you are supposed to take one pill in the mornings, and the dosage increases over the next 4 weeks until you are taking 2 pills each morning and 2 pills each evening. I gave up during the second week. Week one, I suffered mild nausea, headaches, and restless sleep. I learned that taking it with food helped ease the nausea, as long as it wasn't fatty or greasy food. Fatty foods made the nausea worse. The headaches gradually subsided as well. The restless sleep got worse. By mid-second week, with only one pill in the morning and one in the evening, I had full-blown insomnia. Only two to three restless hours of sleep each night at the most. I couldn't handle this part, so I quit taking it. During what little time I was on it, I didn't feel a difference in my cravings or my appetite."

• Les...
• January 30, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was unable to get past the side effects, so I don't know if with prolonged use this would work for weight loss. The first week, you are supposed to take one pill in the mornings, and the dosage increases over the next 4 weeks until you are taking 2 pills each morning and 2 pills each evening. I gave up during the second week. Week one, I suffered mild nausea, headaches, and restless sleep. I learned that taking it with food helped ease the nausea, as long as it wasn't fatty or greasy food. Fatty foods made the nausea worse. The headaches gradually subsided as well. The restless sleep got worse. By mid-second week, with only one pill in the morning and one in the evening, I had full-blown insomnia. Only two to three restless hours of sleep each night at the most. I couldn't handle this part, so I quit taking it. During what little time I was on it, I didn't feel a difference in my cravings or my appetite."

• Cro...
• February 9, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on my second week of Contrave. So far, nothing. Zero. No help for my hunger/cravings whatsoever. If anything, I am eating more. I lost weight on Phenfen, but I can't sleep at all, so I went off. I really hope this kicks in because I am up 2 pounds since I started it. Fingers crossed."

• Tog...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 11, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 5’9” and 285 lb. I absolutely need to drop weight. Any more and I’m considering surgery! I really want this to work for me so that I can avoid more drastic measures. I just finished the first week, and I have most definitely noticed a decrease in appetite and cravings. I have lost a few pounds this week. I do have some side effects with just one pill. My sleep is poor, and I’m having crazy dreams when I do sleep. So far, that’s it. I’m a little worried about the constipation.... I sincerely hope that I can drop down to my goal of 165-175 and stay there indefinitely. I know it will take time and effort, but I’m desperate for a change."

• 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."

• Ker...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 30, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took Contrave for four weeks. Once I progressed to two pills a day, it began to give me headaches and the worst dizzy spells ever. I never felt any appetite changes and honestly began to have anxiety issues. I had problems sleeping at night as well. I paid a lot of money for this medicine, and it makes me sad that I couldn't take it."

• DLa...
• April 19, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I tried Contrave for 5 days. I was just taking one in the morning and one at night. The side effects were too much. I was very dizzy, constant nausea, dry mouth and eyes, and on the 5th day, a slight ringing in my ear. I also had insomnia at night and sleepiness all day. Contrave did reduce my appetite and cravings. I might try Contrave again later, but I'll start with just one pill a day. I'll probably drink more water next time. I gave a 5 rating since I was only on the product 5 days."

• Hol...
• November 17, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I got Contrave and shelled out $99.00 for it. I took it the first day and experienced depression and flu-like symptoms, plus I had insomnia. I took it the second day, thinking it would get better. Well, that was a huge mistake. I felt like my body was freezing and then on fire. I could not function whatsoever. I was at work and had to be driven home by my coworkers. I wanted to jump out of my coworkers' van! I could not concentrate or sit still. I also experienced diarrhea like never before! I have never gone through withdrawal symptoms like this before, but I am never taking this rubbish again!"

• Jus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 7, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I thought I was going crazy. The hot flashes, nausea, forgetfulness. It was so bad! I was having trouble sleeping and terrible headaches! I never ever felt any less hungry. I stopped taking it after a month and a half and no results! Not worth $100."

• Big...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 24, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Week 2 on medicine. Last night I felt like I was dying. Nausea (since day 1), cold sweats (that's a new one), hot flashes, unable to sleep, and VERY short-tempered (since day 1). No effect on appetite either, unless you count always being nauseous as an appetite suppressant! Decided I'd rather be fat than feeling like I'm losing my mind in the middle of the night. I've taken Wellbutrin alone before and did not have such severe side effects. Must be the combination of the two medicines. My skin was crawling, hands and feet ice cold, and I was seeing things. Now I know what opioid withdrawal must feel like. Not pleasant. I'm stopping immediately."

• Cra...
• September 3, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 3 weeks in using this drug. I have a few medical issues that have contributed to weight gain. I do seem to have more energy during the day, but so far I don't like the side effects I am having. Not sleeping well, I still feel like I am starving all the time. Depression and anger issues too. By nighttime, I feel so hungry I can't even get to sleep. Not sure if I should give this medication more time? I need to lose about 30 lbs or so. I did lose 8 lbs the first 2 weeks, but nothing the third week. I don't necessarily crave anything, I just feel like I'm starving. I am a 46-year-old woman, and I do have gastroparesis along with other illnesses. So I really need to get my weight down. I don't know what I'm doing wrong?"

• Mys...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 4, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "After 2 weeks on Contrave, I noticed increased anxiety, aggression, nausea, and libido. After 28 days on Contrave, anxiety and aggression are not so intense, but I now have major insomnia and still no noticeable decrease in appetite. Also not sure if related, but worth mentioning. I have been off my Valtrex for over 1 year with no flare-up, but now I have to start taking it again because my herpes has returned and the vaginal wart is much more sensitive and has gotten larger. My opinion is that something in Contrave that woke up my libido also woke up the herpes and wart."

• Car...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 4, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "If anyone is thinking about taking this medicine, don't. I lost some weight, but the side effects were very bad for me. I took it for about 2 months because I spent so much money on it. I thought the side effects would go away, but they didn't. I don't want to eat because I stayed sick all day. My doctor gave me some medicine for the nausea, but it only helped a little. I have never felt like this in my life, and I will never take another diet pill again, it is not worth it. I had headaches, stomach pain, dry mouth, couldn't sleep. Don't buy this medicine, please. This medicine should be taken off the market."

• Lef...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 1, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Contrave 2 days ago, and I am not sleeping at all. My first night was 2.5 hours, and last night wasn't even that. It did not curb my appetite at all. I eat really clean food anyway, so I'm not sure if this is for me. I am highly disappointed at the amount of money spent."