Contrave Questions (Page 4)

Contrave - I enjoy wine - can I still drink wine while on this medicine?

Started day 2 taking Contrave. No problems the first day. I need to lose 20-25lbs. I gained 20 lb?

in one year. So frustrated. I'm just not sure how I should be taking it. Before or after meal? On an empty stomach? My Dr basically said it didn't matter but I've read many responses and I see it differently. I just want this to work. Any advice is welcome :)

When do the side effects end once you stop Contrave?

I was taking Contrave for just under 2months I noticed from day one that I had nausea, headaches, hot flashes, and wasn't sleeping at night. I have gotten sick I don't know how many times and had enough. I was so happy with the weight I had lost in such a short period of time, the first... read more

How long do I have to continue taking Contrave before I can see results??

I finished a bottle in 4 weeks had to start with full dose dr recommended because it was just not working for me with the 1-2 a day. I was hungrier than ever!!! Then when I started the full dosage about a week taking it I still didn’t see any major changes just increase heart palpitations. I... read more

Started day 2 on contrave & have persistent vomiting. Is this a side effect or some virus?

I took 1 pill on empty stomach yesterday & super nauseous all day. Ate crackers & nothing else. Couldn't tolerate it. Felt ok waking up day 2 so tried 1 pill again with apples. After 3 hours I started severe nauseous & vomiting with some diarrhea. Tried tiny bits of toast,... read more

Contrave - I am having so much nausea and hyper secreting saliva, and a horrible taste in my mouth.

I am losing weight but the side effects are unbearable. Any solutions or is anyone experiencing these symptoms?

When is Contrave suppose to start working? I am week 3 and still have cravings and eat a lot. The?

Has anyone had diarrhea side effect? I'm week 3 taking 2am and 1 in pm. At first I had nausea and diarrhea and threw up and lost weight but now I have gained it all back. To be truthful I have not been dieting/exercising as I wanted to see if it would take away cravings for food but I have... read more

Contrave - At week three and happy with weight loss, however have an indelicate question?

For those on it awhile, do the side effects dissipate? Specifically diarrhea. No other side effects, but since going fron two to three tablets daily have had to run quickly to the facilities 9+ times a day. Commuting and working has become daunting. Will this go away in time?

Should I take contrave on an empty stomach or with food?

Do you take Contrave with or without food? I have been taking it after a light breakfast and then in

... the middle of the day. I am starting my 2nd week on Contrave. The side effects are gone. I only had a headache for 2 days and nausea for one. Also I signed up for ScaleDown and received my scale. I am not able to get my weight sent. I keep getting the Cell error. All the tell me to do is move... read more

Contrave - if hit your goal of losing weight, do you stop taking the medicine or do still continue?

Also what happens to you after you stop the medicine, does the weight cone back.

Contrave - Does the headaches and tiredness go away?

I've been on Contrave for 7 days now and I'm still really tired and always have a headache. Tomorrow I'm supposed to take 2 a day but I'm nervous I'll feel worse. Does it get better?

Does anyone think Contrave has a really unusual bad odor?

I've been on Contrave for about 6 months now, and love it. On this last refill I've noticed a very bad odor when opening the pill bottle, one that I've never noticed before. I'm concerned that the pharmacy put it in a used bottle which previously held something nasty, or this... read more

Contrave - What insurance covers this drug?

Can anyone that gets this drug covered under there insurance please tell me what plan they have. I am on this now and would like to see if its worth me switching to a different insurance.

Contrave - When does the weight loss kick in?

Hi! I’ve been taking Contrave for 2 weeks. My appetite went away immediately – especially for sweets. I will start taking 3 pills a day on Wednesday. I haven’t lost a pound. However, I haven’t gained either which is pretty awesome considering I made it through Christmas and... read more