Lorcaserin and Drowsiness: What Users Say

• DAN...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just got a 5-month script after finally trying the 2-week trial. I have fibromyalgia and wanted to make sure I waited an appropriate amount of time between taking this and any other meds I had been. In 14 days, I went from 195 to 182 lbs. The only side effect I experienced was a minor headache and sleepiness, which has now subsided. I feel amazing. Insurance won't cover, but I did receive help from Belviq with the cost. I will pay for my future health!"

• Ree...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 26, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Belviq 3.5 weeks ago. I tried sorting through reviews just like you are to see if the $85 a month after coupon was worth it. I found it difficult because too many reviewers left out their gender, weight, and height, so I just decided to try it. With that being said, I'm a 5'1" female with a desk job weighing 163 to start. I now weigh 157. This medication suppresses my appetite slightly, but it suppresses my cravings a lot, and I don't give in like before. The first day I thought I wasted $85 because the headache was awful. It subsided the next day. I do feel sleepier at night, so I haven't worked out at all, I'm going to purchase another month and add exercise. I'm also on a 1200-calorie diet that I track on MyFitnessPal."

• J...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 23, 2013

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "It took several solid weeks to really integrate and start consistently working, but it really works for me. I've lost about 5 pounds in 8 weeks, so about a half pound a week. I am overjoyed at that pace, it's not too fast and I can just live and ignore it. I've taken maybe 4 other meds for weight loss and this one is by far and away the most gentle. I was a little groggy for a couple of weeks, but it passed. I take one first thing in the morning and one about 3 in the afternoon. The effect is subtle, I don't push food away, but if I eat slowly, I get full faster. I still have to make good choices, but it removes the ravenous feeling."

• MsT...
• August 8, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Belviq for 5 days, and I'm down 2 pounds. My starting weight on Monday was 251, and now I am 247. I have cut back on eating due to not feeling hungry all the time, so that helps me count calories so I don't overeat. But I will say that you need to make sure that you eat breakfast in the morning. Don't forget to download MyFitness Pal to help. Side effects: I had a headache, drowsiness/dizziness the first day, but that seemed to wear off the first day or so. Good luck everyone, and I will keep you updated on my weight loss. Adding exercise this week every day!"

• Loo...
• July 18, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been using Belviq for 3 days now, and I will admit I was afraid to start using Belviq because of the reviews I have read. Especially being a single parent with a 2-year-old, I wondered if this would be more stressful or if it would help. I do have slight issues with headaches, but it's not unbearable, and taking Tylenol takes the edge off. I've experienced both bursts of energy and a little drowsiness, again, nothing that's not bearable. Overall, I would say I like using Belviq. The fact of taking the medication makes you more aware of what needs to be done in order to be fit, but it really does curb the appetite. I take it with food, and so far, I've lost about a pound a day."

• Thu...
• August 16, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "At age 50, 5'11" and 238 lbs, Dr. prescribed Belviq Friday 08/12/16, but the pharmacy had to order for Monday at $275. Talk about sticker shock! With time, I did a little research and located a HUGE saving card from the Belviq website (reduces price to $75). Day one: woke up a little headachy and anxious (might be nerves because I do not normally take any meds). Reading the other reviews, I am hoping the headaches will go away after a day or so. And man, do I want to drink/liquid/water - that's new. Noticed today I wasn't super thrilled or hungry for my 'normal' lunch. But I ate, thinking it would clear the headache - it did not. But I slept like a champ last night (new), woke up a little groggy (that's new too). Slow and steady. Here we go."

• SR0...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 18, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started my prescription last night. Immediately, I was a bit drowsy, somewhat euphoric. I ate 4 hours later and felt ridiculously overly full without overeating. I know it's not supposed to work for 2+ weeks, but I did have a crazy full feeling for a long time. My insurance covered it, 90-day supply, but with a $150 copay. I printed the savings card from Belviq's website, and it covered the $150! You can use it on top of your insurance, or if you don't have insurance. It covers a portion. And you can use it for 12 months."

• Bac...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 25, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I used Belviq two years ago for about 4 months, and I lost 25 pounds. I weighed 185 when I started on the pill. My weight dropped to 160 in less than 4 months. I'm 60 and 5'4". At first, I experienced slight dizziness and felt sluggish and sleepy. After taking vitamins (B12, calcium, multivitamins), it went away. I stopped taking it after I reached my goal. However, I started to gain the weight back after 2 years to 192 lbs. A whopping 32 pounds gained! I got back on Belviq on October 6. After 3.5 weeks, I lost 14 lbs. with no exercise. I got the same side effects, but they all went away after the first week. I plan to do a little bit of walking and light exercise just to speed up the weight loss and get used to the routine after I'm off the pill."

• Jen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 11, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 5'7" and I weigh 225 pounds. I have high blood pressure and diabetes. I am an emotional eater, and the past few years have been the worst years of my entire life. So, since I have been depressed, I eat. I have tried Contrave in the past, and it gave me the worst migraines ever. After some therapy and some antidepressants, my doctor decided to put me on Belviq. I have only been on it for 4 days now. I have no bad side effects, only that it makes me feel sooooo sleepy all the time. I have no energy at all, and it does not curb my appetite, as I'm still hungry all the time. I will not quit, though I will give it 2 weeks and see what happens. I will update then. I have not lost 1 pound, I probably gained weight."

• jea...
• April 29, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Day 7, no weight loss but I'm only able to eat 1/2 of my usual serving. Headache, dry mouth, super sleepy. Not too bad, I still am able to get 12,000 steps in on my Fitbit, sleepy or not. I hope this pill works for me."

• Lyr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 1, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been steadily gaining weight over the last couple of years, and even more since my hysterectomy. My PCP decided to try me on Belviq to assist me in losing some of the weight I'd gained. I started taking 10 mg Belviq twice a day, 9 days ago. My weight before starting was 223 lbs. As of day 9, I am down to 217. I've always eaten pretty healthy foods, and I really don't exercise much. So I'd say Belviq is definitely helping!! The only side effects I've encountered were: 1. The first couple of days I had a very mild headache 2. It made me feel a little sleepier, but not too much. (I definitely sleep more soundly at night, which is always good.) 3. My appetite has certainly decreased, so I give myself smaller portions now. I'll update more later."

• Mic...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 13, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Last year, I had my thyroid removed, and in less than a year, I went from 130 to 155. I was devastated with the rapid weight gain. 21 days ago, I started on Belviq, and I'm proud to say I'm down to 142 lbs. I still have 17 lbs to go to be at my goal weight. This year, I am celebrating a milestone birthday, and I really don't want to feel overweight. Thanks to Belviq, I think I will meet my goal by 6 months. I no longer have food cravings or hunger pains. I experienced slight headaches at first, and dry mouth, and sleepiness, but it's gone now. I also get cold easily. I eat 3 light meals a day, and I exercise 3 to 4 times a week."

• cha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 5, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took my first dose of Belviq XR this morning at 8 a.m. with a light breakfast. I still felt somewhat hungry for a few hours, but the hunger was tolerable. By 2 p.m., I started feeling like I was ready to eat. I had a protein bar, and that kept me satisfied until 5 p.m. I started feeling a slight headache come on, so I ate a light dinner, and the dull headache subsided. Around 7 p.m., I could not get warm and felt very drowsy. I crawled into my bed and watched a little TV until I warmed up. It is now 10 p.m. and I am not running to the kitchen for a bedtime snack! I could eat, yes, but so far I've been able to deal with my slight hunger pangs. A little thirsty this evening, so I've been pounding down the water too. Will update again soon."

• Bel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 6, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Belviq XR for a week. I noticed since I started taking it, I have been very cold and drowsy, and I also have dry mouth quite often. I feel the side effects are worth it because I've lost 4 pounds. I don't want to binge eat all day like I did before I started taking Belviq, I am satisfied with lunch and dinner."

• Ban...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 21, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am rating this drug a 5 at this point because it has neither been a good experience nor a bad one. Today is the 7-day mark for me. My weight has not budged since day one, but it's only a week in. I'm drinking a lot more water and trying to make wise meal choices. I seem to get full with less food than before I started Belviq, but I am hungry most of the time. I am also on the brink of falling asleep all day long. I can't seem to really wake up, truly, until about 2:00 in the afternoon (I'm up at 5:30 during the week). I am hopeful based on what I've read online about the drug, but so far for me personally - no suppression of appetite, substantial reduction in energy level, and no weight loss :O("

• Jea...
• May 12, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Day 20, down 5 pounds. Eating habits are slowly changing, and I at the least one hour of cardio in a day. One day at a time. Side effect: super sleepy, but I found if I take a coconut oil tab, I'm fine :)"

• Nay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was on Belviq for almost a month and couldn't handle the side effects. I did lose 4 pounds, but that could also be due to diet and exercise, not so much the Belviq. It made me so groggy and just exhausted. I could literally sleep all day if I could. Belviq was not for me."

• Min...
• January 13, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I wish I was a success story, but after 3 months and an 11 lb weight GAIN, (375-386) I am off Belviq. I loved the beautiful sleep, vivid dreams, calmness, feeling full, less episodes of anxiety, overall happiness. I spent the first month with no change in my eating or exercise behavior. The second and third month with little to major changes in eating/exercise, and my 11 lb weight gain from the first month remained the same. I tried to convince my doctor to keep me on it for the overall positive effect it had on my life, but it was a no-go. Time to dig my heels in and put willpower in control. Side effects: I experienced each one that only lasted a half hour or so, each day. No biggie! Headache, cough, back pain, sleepiness."