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I am having bad stomach cramps and extreme nausea?
This is my 6th day on Contrave (1 pill a day). I didn't have any side effects until the 4th day. I was lethargic and needed to sleep. The next day was the same. Well, today is the 6th day on it. My stomach has the worst cramps!
Are hives a side effect of Contrave?
I've been taking Contrave for 8 days. This morning I woke up with hives. mostly on and around my shoulder and little bumps on my legs. Is this a side effect to this drug? If it is a side effect, why did it take a week to show up? Should I stop taking it?
How long does it take to start working - Contrave?
I am on day 10, I have yo-yo’d the same 3lb. As per my usual habit, so I am frustrated & thinking this is not going to work for me. I have noted dry mouth & occasional nausea. Controls appetite fairly well. I am perimenopausal & I eat fairly healthy & workout 5 days a week. I am already frustrated w... read more
Side effects overwhelming?
I took the compound contrave, low dose at first. I took two after a period of not taking it. It was not even a full dose. I was sick for 2 days, very sick. Horrible headache, nausea, diarrhea. It was pretty severe. Went to urgent care. Basically nausea meds were given. The symptoms are eased,... read more
Contrave - should I take before or after morning work out?
I’m not sure if I should take before or after workout.
Contrave and not losing weight?
I have been on Contrave for two weeks. I do kettle bells for seniors 30 minutes 3-5 times a week. I also count calories and mostly stay around 1500 calories a day. I have not lost a single pound. What am I doing wrong. I’m 70 years old.
When does Contrave start working?
I am on Contrave and I started 2 weeks ago. I have had no weight loss or appetite control. When should I feel the difference?
Side effects/ alcohol/ Contrave?
This may be a dumb question however, I do enjoy having some drinks with friends. What has been your experience consuming alcohol while taking Contrave?
Contrave causing nausea and fatigue?
Do those symptoms go away? They've been debilitating!
Contrave with or without food?
Do you take Contrave before you eat or with your food?
Does anyone have headaches with Contrave?
I started taking Contrave 5 days ago. On day 4 & 5 I noticed i have been having extremely wicked headaches and pressure at the back of my head. When i bend down, the pressure and pain at the back of my head feels like it is moving to the front of my head and is a constant throbbing type headache.... read more
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