Meridia and Dry Mouth: What Users Say

• Nan...
• September 20, 2010

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been taking Meridia off and on for several months, and I have to say I'm very pleased. Even though it is pricey, it works! Some of my side effects were stomach pain (if I overate at one sitting), some dry mouth, and heartburn. Nothing severe to the point where I would want to stop taking Meridia. I haven't gained any of the weight that I have lost. When I first started taking Meridia, I was 210 lbs. I was able to lose 15 lbs and not gain it back after stopping for about 6 months. Now I have started taking Meridia again for about one month, and I will continue to do so until I reach 170 lbs. I see my doctor once a month for my refills and lab work."

• HAP...
• August 19, 2009

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Extremely effective. No cravings for anything, and even when you eat small portions, it will satisfy you. 33 lbs in 3 months, and I have a lot of energy and mental clarity. Dry mouth and some insomnia."

• Anonymous
• June 10, 2009

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 31 and have been on Meridia since April 29, 2009. I have to date lost 28 lbs. I have not experienced any major side effects besides dry mouth, which usually goes away with water. The pills are expensive since they are not covered by my insurance. Therefore, I don't plan on being on them for more than 5-6 months. I work out a few times a week and really watch what I eat. If you don't change your eating habits, you will definitely gain all the weight back. I wish you all success."

• ame...
• April 11, 2010

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Love this medicine. I had great success in weight loss with this medicine. I seem to be in the minority who has an insurance plan that covers most of the cost, approximately $35 for one month. Side effects: insomnia and severe dry mouth, I made sure to carry gum. I have been on the medicine twice, one year apart, lost 22 lbs the last round, and it was such a great feeling. It ended all cravings, even for chocolate! Unfortunately, as soon as I stopped the medicine after 6 months, I gained it all back. I ended up with heart problems, not sure if the Meridia was to blame (I have a history of cardiac issues). I am to blame, I stopped exercising and all my cravings came back. I loved the results so much, I want another shot despite the side effects."

• pro...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I first used Meridia in 1999, a year and a half after the birth of my twin daughters, to help lose my stubborn pregnancy weight. It was amazing, I lost 60 pounds in 6 months! I had no side effects except for a slightly dry mouth and a little bit of 'extra' energy. Being a new mom of twin babies, I utilized that extra energy! It worked very well, and I went off of it for 5 years. I had an increase in weight gain because of a lifestyle change. I was going back to college, so I spent a lot of time reading, studying, and sitting in class lectures, and I started gaining weight. I asked my doctor about using Meridia again. I was so glad! I was able to lose the 20 pounds I had gained back, plus I noticed a unique 'side effect' this time. Meridia definitely increased my ability to focus and retain information in the classes I was taking. My memory was sharper, and I was getting straight A's in subjects like algebra, chemistry, anatomy, and physiology. No 'brain fog' - it was amazing!"

• lil...
• May 24, 2009

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Meridia for 4 weeks, I lost 6 lbs the 1st week and nothing since. I drive a semi truck and have little time for exercise. My only side effect is dry mouth. I feel that the cost of the drug outweighs the benefit."

• Anonymous
• May 6, 2010

"Have lost 12 pounds in 4 weeks with very little side effects. Mild dry mouth is the only thing I have noticed. Very satisfied so far."