Contrave Questions (Page 3)

Contrave! What is it supposed to do exactly?

I am very disappointed in this medication. I feel sick and tired and I have not seen any results. What is this medicine supposed to do exactly? Is it a fat burner? Is it an appetite suppressant? I am really very confused as to how it's supposed to help me lose weight because all it's done... read more

Can I take second dose of Contrave mid afternoon instead of night?

On week 3 on Contrave. Ok so far. Not much weight loss.

I take Wellbutrin already but really need and want to try contrave?

My doctor also wants me to try it but I am on sure because it says to not take it if you're already taking wellbuttin

Contrave - Has anyone experienced hives? I didn't have any issues until I increased to 4 pills a?

... day. They pop up, but disappear after about an hour. I am considering going back to 3 pills a day. Suggestions?

Contrave - Question about fat intake?

I am about to start Contrave but was a little worried when I read that a high fat meal could increase stroke risk. Is that good fats or any fats? Has anyone had any experience with this? Thank you for your help.

Has anyone experienced hair loss as a side effect of taking Contrave?

I am very interested in starting Contrave but I am worried about hair loss. I have had hair loss in the past due to hormonal issues and I seriously don’t want to go through that again!! I see that alopecia is listed as a possible side effect but it is way down on the list and I can’t... read more

What options are there for weight loss medications?

I just started taking Contrave, can I split the pill in half?

Contrave - Is anyone having a problem with insomnia?

I started taking Contrave Sunday morning and here I am still awake at 2 in the morning. I'm hoping it's something I'll get past because I already have 2 sleep disorders (narcolepsy & delayed sleep phase syndrome) and I take meds to sleep at night and to stay awake during the day.... read more

I just started taking contrave and was wondering about drinking alcohol while taking it I am going?

... to Las Vegas in a few weeks and know I will be drinking is it OK?

Hello, I am on Contrave for 12 days and experiencing severe constipation. Can I use stool over the?

... counter laxatives/softeners? Thank you

Contrave - Did anyone have increased anger and temper???

Ever since I started this med, I've had a short temper and been nasty. I'm scared. I have been on it for about 2 months. On full dose, although took me awhile to.

Contrave - severe face and head acne?

I am on week 3 ( 2 in morning and 1 at night) of contrave about to start week 4 ( 2 in morning and 2 at night) . Did not have any symptoms or side effects in the first two weeks. All of a sudden i am getting big clusters of pimples, about 5-6 on both sides of my forehead and some in my hair. The... read more

Wondering what I can take for headaches while Im taking contrave?

Second week of contrave, and the nausea is debilitating. .?

Any helpful hints? Yes, I love the "freedom from food" that it gives me; but oh, the nausea is devastating! I feel as if I am constantly going to hurl; I can't drink as much water as I used to. The thought of food just makes me sick, but I eat anyway, because I'm hungry, and I... read more