Belviq and Tiredness: What Users Say

• RN ...
• September 12, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am an active practice registered nurse who has packed on the pounds slowly, year after year. I am in my 4th month of taking Belviq. I am down 32 pounds. It comes off slowly, mainly by feeling full faster. I am able to put my fork down now, do not feel out of control eating. It has greatly diminished night snacking. When I initially took it, had some mild headache and tiredness. Side effects were gone after 2 weeks. I am much more active, eating a much healthier diet. I am not obsessing over food or the lack of it. You do have to change habits, diet, and exercise, but Belviq makes it possible to do it."

• No...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 13, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Last year, I was on my way to Lap Band surgery when a friend of the family suggested Belviq as an alternative. I had my ups and downs, but in the end, I have lost 64 pounds and have thirty more to go. My medicines are down, and my blood work has improved dramatically. High praise as this saved me from getting surgery. Only side effect is better sleep, and I was tired initially the first three days. I don't chew my nails and feel more calm and am happier than I have been in years."

• Fla...
• August 20, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Belviq on July 24 and in 10 days lost 10 pounds. I drastically changed my eating habits though, you must put in some work for the pill to work, I honestly do not believe though, that even with the change of eating, I would have lost that much in 10 days (I did not exercise in those 10 days). Side effects - I had the worst headache for about 3 days, I just popped some aspirin and eventually the headaches stopped. The one side effect that I did have that I eventually led me to stop taking Belviq is the tiredness! It was so bad, that I chose not to take the pill anymore (stopped on August 1) and try to do this on my own, and so far so good. As of today August 20 I am down 13 pounds! Outside of that, I HIGHLY recommend it!"

• tyt...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 2, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Belviq for 2 months. I love it. I did have a headache for weeks and felt tired. I slept. I weighed 226 lbs and now weigh 210 lbs. The only thing is you have to make yourself eat, but you will feel full quickly."

• Jac...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 16, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Belviq for six months and was 229 pounds. Now I am 192 pounds, with lower blood pressure and bad cholesterol. Side effects early on were feeling a little tired and having a headache. My willpower and confidence are up by 100%, and my cigarette consumption has decreased by 65% from two packs. My cravings for food and cigarettes are pretty mellow, and I believe I will quit sooner rather than later. This is way too easy, and yes, I do ride my bike daily."

• Nas...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 12, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Overweight Mom who thought that I would be that for life. My friend who was on Jenny Craig (it did not work) used this and after following her lead we are both big losers. No side effects except a little tired first week then energy went up gradually. I take my exercise seriously now and instead of losing two pounds per week, I am at 3.36 per week or more. Flat out works, you got nothing to lose because they give you a two-week trial free. After that, you will be more than happy to pay for it."

• Nan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 14, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "51-year-old female, 5'2, 207 pounds, and pretty unhealthy. Last resort as I have tried a bunch of options, except for surgery. Now the good, bad, and ugly: I lost 56 pounds, better blood work. Bad: a little tired at first. Overall, a great experience."

• ton...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 30, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Belviq 4 days ago. I accomplished absolutely nothing over the weekend. I had a consistent headache and lethargy. I've been taking Advil for the headaches and it helps. On day 3, I started experiencing blurry vision. I'm going to ride this out for a couple of weeks because of how well this controls my tendency to overeat. I am in a very high-stress industry and tend to sleep far less than I should. I'm 46, 5'2'', and 184 lbs. I have been a yo-yo all my life. A year ago, I was cross-fitting 6 days a week and 40 lbs lighter. I hurt my shoulder and began overeating once again. So all that to say I am loving how this 'helps' me control that tendency. I just hope the side effects described above subside a little."

• sk_...
• October 19, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Belviq for about a month now. I can't take anything with a stimulant in it, so Belviq was really the only option for me. I lost 5 pounds in the first week and then nothing the next. I was starting to get discouraged and then it started to work. I have fewer cravings and feel full sooner. I've lost about 13 pounds and can see the difference in my legs and abdomen. Primary side effects for me (some of which might have been caused by an increase in Metformin at the same time) were a slight headache in the first week (went away), mild diarrhea in the first week (also went away), dry mouth/eyes (already had an issue but got worse), and very tired in the evenings (falling asleep at 9:30 instead of 11:30) and in the mornings (but ok during the day)."

• Fee...
• October 9, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 7 days into taking Belviq 2x a day. Here's what I have observed: First couple of days: 1. Pain in feet/joints 2. Tired and slightly slurred words 3. Within 1 day, I immediately felt less bloated and 'thinner' 4. Dull headache. After 3 days: 1. Lost 3 lbs 2. Pain gone - more energy 3. Dry mouth starting/manageable and only seems to happen 1x a day. It's sort of a nice reminder to drink more water. :-) 4. While the scale says only 3 lbs lost, I physically feel like it's much more. A few people asked me if I lost weight, so that tells me it's noticeable, and 3 lbs up/down isn't normally a noticeable difference. 5. Headache gone! After 3 days, I completely noticed that I have to remind myself to eat. Cravings for carbs and sweets are so much less."

• Cha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 9, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Belviq for almost two weeks. I read all the reviews here before I started, hoping to get a better idea of what it's like. The most important thing I want to stress is that this pill works, but only if you put the effort into eating healthy and gradually add exercise. By about the eighth day, I really noticed my appetite decreasing. My mood is way better, and the tiredness I felt the first week is gone. I tried one pill a day but felt like it works better with two. I'm on day twelve and down ten pounds. Do your research, talk to your doctor. It doesn't have phentermine. It seems to work like an SSRI, except it's hitting an area that controls hunger. I sleep better, feel better, and would recommend Belviq to change your relationship with food!"

• Hap...
• January 1, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Belviq for 3 weeks, twice daily. Most side effects have gone away except I'm still tired a lot. I started at 244, I'm now at 230. I walk 2 miles most days of the week and I watch my carb intake. It has greatly reduced my appetite, where I almost forget to eat. I drink lots of water and drink a cup of hot green tea at bedtime."

• Slo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 8, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Normal middle-aged lady who needs to drop 45 pounds. I have seen a steady one and a half to two pound weight loss per week for 11 weeks. I think 20 pounds in under three months is great. My biggest success is my confidence and my ability to make positive, less fatty food choices. I did feel a little bit tired, but that ended on day three. Wish me luck, 25 lbs more by September is my goal. I am dancing at my daughter's wedding."

• l q...
• July 28, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Belviq just under two months ago. I have lost 23 lbs! Definitely makes you feel full quickly. This is the only thing that has worked. I have hypothyroidism, which makes it twice as hard to lose weight. Initially felt tired and a little dizzy, but that was short-lived. No other side effects. I did cut out about 80% of gluten from my diet. I take 10 mg, twice a day. I am very happy with the results. I will post again in two months!"

• kik...
• August 20, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Belviq on July 15th. After the first 15 days free trial period, I lost 8 lbs. Before Belviq, I ate healthy foods, but I felt hungry all the time and wound up snacking at night and even after a heavy dinner. Now I get full right away halfway through my meal, and I don't snack at night any longer. To date, I've lost 15 lbs and counting! I had minor side effects - mostly tiredness. Been taking vitamin supplements, and my tiredness has tapered down. LOVE THIS PRODUCT!"

• ano...
• January 24, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Belviq 2 and a half weeks ago, and I have already lost 17 pounds! I know that sounds like an unhealthy amount in such a short time, but I am sure to eat between 1200-1400 calories a day - I have just eliminated all processed foods and try to eat as much protein as possible. I have always enjoyed lifting weights and going to the gym, so I continue to do that 5 days a week. Now, my appetite is under control with Belviq, so I don't eat back all the calories I burned with exercise. As far as side effects, I did have a headache for the first two days. It makes my body feel tired, but not like a sleepy tired. I'm hoping that goes away soon, but it's not debilitating to the point I can't accomplish daily tasks."

• PD2...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 15, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 5'4" and need to lose 50 pounds to get to a weight that I think I will be very happy with. I have been on Belviq for 2 1/2 weeks and have lost 8 pounds. I am eating much smaller portions because I feel full, thankfully, and the biggest miracle is that I don't have any cravings - even sweets! The first few days on it I was nauseous and feeling tired, but then that passed, and for the most part, I'm just achy. Particularly my lower back and knees. That's not necessarily unusual from time to time, but this is every day and more intense. I have had no headaches, mood swings, or feeling high that some people have reported. With my discount card from their website, in Atlanta, I pay $115 per month as my insurance does not cover any drugs like this. I'm excited and hope to continue the 3-pound-a-week loss - I'll take it! Good luck to everyone - it's certainly a journey!"

• Mic...
• August 12, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "So this Sunday will make exactly one month since I started Belviq, and I need to re-up on my script. This is the God's honest truth. I started at 211 pounds. The first week I was too tired to exercise, but I tried maybe 2 days that week. The 2nd week was much better, the tiredness was gone and I got over the headaches, so I was able to work out that entire week. Nothing hardcore, just walking at a steady pace. The 3rd week, I didn't do bad during the week, however, I stopped working out. My weight hit a plateau, and I was pissed, so I started working out again. I'M PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT I HAVE LOST A TOTAL OF 18 POUNDS IN ONE MONTH!!! This medication requires not just eating better but exercise!!!"

• Anonymous
• June 22, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Belviq about 9 days ago. I found a savings card online on the Belviq website that will save me approximately $140 each time I fill my prescription. I have experienced a significant mood lift (I can see why it's a controlled substance), subtle drowsiness, and better sleep. Sometimes I forget to eat because I just don't feel hungry. I feel the effects of not having eaten, though, I feel tired, sluggish, and my stomach hurts a little from being empty, but the terrible 'hunger' feeling is completely missing. It's strange, but extremely helpful. Overall, I have lost 6 lbs in the last 9 days since I started Belviq, and it surely is helping with my appetite. I am very thankful. Belviq does exactly what it's supposed to."

• DCi...
• September 3, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Belviq for about 6 weeks and am down 15 lbs. This really works! I still feel tired most of the time and have a dry mouth, but the other side effects (lethargy, back ache, etc.) were mostly gone after the first week and now have completely disappeared. I've been overweight most of my life and have tried many diets and herbals with no weight loss. This is really working for me. The only downside is the cost, my insurance doesn't cover it. (I downloaded the savings card from the website, so my cost is $75 a month) and feeling tired most of the time."

• DCi...
• September 3, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Belviq for about 6 weeks and am down 15 lbs. This really works! I still feel tired most of the time and have a dry mouth, but the other side effects (lethargy, back ache, etc.) were mostly gone after the first week and now have completely disappeared. I've been overweight most of my life and have tried many diets and herbals with no weight loss. This is really working for me. The only downside is the cost, my insurance doesn't cover it. (I downloaded the savings card from the website, so my cost is $75 a month) and feeling tired most of the time."

• Ang...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 8, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started two days ago. Definitely notice a change in my hunger big time. I was told to take two a day but only have needed one. Haven't weighed yet. But I have been having headaches (tolerable) and feeling tired. I hope that passes soon."

• Jua...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 12, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Woman of Cuban and Puerto Rican heritage, 5'1" and 179 pounds. I wish I could say this was genetic, but I just always seemed to be famished and liked my sweets. I have seven months of experience and am 43 pounds lighter. I started with diet, but once the pounds came off, I got excited and started biking after the first month to speed things up. Side effects: few headaches, and I was tired initially. Now I sleep easily and don't get tempted by pretty much anything."

• jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 28, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I wanted so badly to stay on this medication, but after the second day, I had to stop it. I had muscle aches, was tired, and was still hungry. I also have tinnitus, and it made the noise in my ears so bad that I couldn't stand it. I stopped taking it and wondering if any of these symptoms subside as time goes on."

• Ran...
• July 11, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This has been good for losing weight. I was skeptical at first because of all of the reported side effects and the costs. I checked with my pharmacy and found that my insurance paid all but $50 for it, and the manufacturer will send you a card to cover the rest. There was ZERO cost for me to try this. First, the side effects. I had them all. Tired, joint pains, back pain, feeling foggy... It was bad. Everything subsided within the first 2 weeks. The back pain still remains, but not as bad. Now results. I started the drug on 4/9/2017 at 306 pounds. As of 7/10/2017, I am down to 278 pounds. I walk daily and don't feel like eating too much. My cravings for sugar, soda, and fast food are all but gone. My weight loss is slowing now though."