Meridia for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews (Page 2)

• Anonymous
• April 26, 2009

"At 30, I've been a size 14 my whole adult life. I started Meridia one year ago at 185lbs following the birth of my second son, and although I plateaued for several months around the holidays, I'm now 140lbs and nearly a size 4."

• 2Much
• November 18, 2009

"I have been on Meridia for almost a week now. I have not weighed myself due to the fact I hate the scale. The drug took effect after about 2 days where I can honestly say that my cravings/snack sessions have ceased, I have begun to try portion control, and it seems to work (where I am satisfied with a lot less). I am not constipated and I do feel like I have more energy, but I'm still able to get a decent nights sleep. I notice if I exercise (even if I don't feel like it) I get energy. My blood pressure is fine thus far, but I will continue to monitor it as I progress. No headaches, or break through bleeding, no stomach aches. I have a slight lower back ache, but that may be to the sit ups being done improperly."

• Anonymous
• December 16, 2009

"I was under doctors care on Meridia for weight loss for about a year. I had consistent normal blood pressure all my life. My blood pressure started to go up slowly, which seemed okay with the doctor at the time. Well, now I am off this drug and on blood pressure medicines for life! Without the blood pressure medicines, my pressure is high all the time. My doctor said this can happen when a drug sparks it. BE CAREFUL with Meridia!"

• Sandra
• June 5, 2009

"I have been on Meridia since April 1 and went for my weigh in again, and as of June 5 I have lost 22 lbs. I have had no side effects at all. I have tried everything in the past to lose weight and this is the only product that has worked for me. I give it 10/10."

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

"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 l 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 spent a lot of time reading /studying /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!"

• Whate...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 31, 2022

"It really was upsetting this drug was removed from the market in 2010. I lost 98lbs by 2 years with the help of Meridia. It was nice to see immediate results with my weight after I made behavioral changes. This helped motivate me to do more behavioral changes, eating less and exercising more. Now most of my weight is back and everything is, once again, a struggle..."

• Cammers
• March 12, 2010

"I took Meridia in 2000, I lost 60 pounds in 6 months. I had no side effects, the only thing I noticed was that my tastes changed, I didn't want the fried foods or the sweets. I never knowingly changed my eating habits, it just happened. I have to confess, in the nine years I have gained 40 pounds but I can pinpoint the cause of each group of weight gain. I gained 10 pounds undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer (they say it is due to eating comfort foods...like a bowl of ice cream every night for the eight months I was undergoing chemo and radiation), 10 pounds when I had shoulder surgery 2 years later and 20 this 2 years ago when I quit smoking. I am considering going back on the pill as I am a firm believer that it works."

• Anonymous
• September 2, 2009

"I had 6 weeks to plan my wedding, and I wanted to look my best. I started taking Meridia and I lost over 15 pounds in the 6 weeks. It helped so much with the cravings and late night eating. I didn't even want to look at food. Plus, it made me feel happy. It got me through a very difficult time in my life while trying to plan a wedding. Rather expensive, but worth it. No noticeable side effects."

• Anonymous
• June 12, 2009

"I have used this drug before when I weighed 265lbs. I went off of this drug because it became to expensive but I weighed 190lbs after three months. This pill really works, but you have to at least eat less and try to be more active, that's all I did. Plus when your weight is on the 200's its easier to get the excess weight off. This medicine is expensive but it is worth it."

• voyag...
• May 14, 2010

"After much research and visits with my physician, I have decided to give it a try. Although it is costly ($135!!) I am hopeful that it will AID in my weightloss goal. So I took my first dose today, not sure if I'm just mentally in the right frame of mind since it is only day 1 but I have zero appetite whatsoever, actually had to force myself to eat something. Food seems unappealing right now, so it makes it easier to select healthy choices. No side effects (yet). Best of luck to everyone in their endeavors to a healthy body!"

• Very...
• March 22, 2010

"I have been on Meridia 10 mg for approximately a week and a half. The only side effect that I have had is jittery sleep (i.e. I wake up a few times throughout the night and am very alert but can go right back to sleep - its odd! I am usually a VERY heavy sleeper) but this is no deal-breaker...Meridia has already been extremely effective - I have lost 6 pounds in a week and a half. I am about 40 lbs overweight so I still have a long way to go but it is such a relief that this is getting the ball rolling - the weight loss finally feels surmountable. Other reviewers are certainly correct - you do have to put in effort on this medication - it isn't a magic pill. I have stuck religiously to a 1200 cal diet & cardio for 30 min 5 days/week."

• theun...
• October 21, 2009

"Works well to control appetite by making you feel fuller, longer. I need this medication because I am overweight from certain medicines I take (for bipolar affective disorder), which cause an unrelenting appetite. Not good if you have poorly controlled hypertension, but mine is controlled with medication and I monitor it every few days. Watch if you take it with an antidepressant (become familiar with the symptoms of "serotonin syndrome" which is a dangerous condition which can result from the combination of the two medicines). Not covered by my health insurance-Rx plan; will cost over $100.00 cash a month. You can maximize the benefits of this medicine if you combine it with reduced food intake, better food choices, and increased physical activity."

• missc...
• June 15, 2009

"I have now been on Meridia since May 25, 09 and am happy with the results. I started walking 20-30 minutes once a day three times a week. I don't have the usual cravings for carbohydrates or sweet and salty foods, and for once I feel like I have control over my appetite, thanks to Meridia. I was also approved for one year on my insurance. When I started, I weighed in at 239 lbs, so far I have lost 6lbs. Good luck to you all."

• Anonymous
• December 5, 2009

"I have lost 11.5 lbs in the first six weeks of taking this drug. However, the first week the side effects were horrible (anxiety, insomnia, irregular heart beat) until my body got used to the product. As I enter week 7 of my 3 month course, I find that Meridia is having an opposite effect on my appetite. I am constantly hungry at this point. My Dr will probably have to increase my dose for the next month. Please keep in mind that YOU have to do everything you can to control your own diet and exercise schedule. This is not a miracle drug, but something to get you over the hill for a short period of time until you are comfortable enough to continue weight loss of your free will. Hope this helps. Good luck to all."

• kings
• May 1, 2010

"At a starting weight of 162lbs, I was about 30lbs overweight. I have taken Meridia for exactly one month and have had no side effects. I lost 10lbs by taking the pill, watching calories and exercising. I make sure I exercise for 30 minutes at least 4 times per week. I am happy with the medicine. I believe it's important to learn to have better habits while you are on it. Going off the medicine should not cause weight gain unless you start consuming more calories or aren't exercising."

• Sulaone
• August 27, 2009

"I started taking Meridia 3 weeks ago. In the first week I lost 6 lbs BUT, I totally cut out all major Carbs, e.g. bread, rice, fries. It definitely got me in the right frame of mind to eat better, since it is not cheap, I was determined to go through with it. Yes it works, if you're determined. SIDE EFFECTS: Terrible taste in mouth (can live with that). Constipation - a little concerning but when it got bad, I skipped taking the drug for a couple of days and it would be normal. Another concerning side effect that is listed, is blood in the stool or bad period pains. I have not had a period in 4 years and got one after taking the drug for 2 weeks. I am going to put the drug on hold for a bit and try it again in a few weeks. Recommended ? YES"

• Anonymous
• February 17, 2010

"I have been taking 10mg since Nov.5 2009. I have gone from 203 - 177. I went off for two weeks this past month and I have not gained but have stayed the same. During my time off however I had times of high anxiety and irritability, especially, when starting the medication again. My blood pressure and pulse rate have been fine. I have had some constipation problems.I think my Dr. will raise my dose to 15mg at my next appointment. My goal weight is 150. I feel so much better. It has helped with mild depression as well. Good Luck."

• MERIDIA...
• December 9, 2009

"I LOVE THIS MEDICATION! I first started out on 10 mg and felt as if nothing was happening. I talked to my doctor and explained to her the situation and then she prescribed 15 mg for me. 12 pounds in a week! I am feeling more motivated then ever to lose weight. Some side effects I have had are hunger, headaches, nausea, and some constipation."

• amelia
• April 11, 2010

"Love this medicine. I had great success of weight loss with this medicine. I seem to be of the minority who has an insurance 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 medicines 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 medicines 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 side effects."

• dani
• October 18, 2009

"I was on this 8 years ago and lost 30 pounds in 6 months - loved it! Didn't crave anything, never over ate - would eat half my food and feel good about not cleaning my plate. My mood was great too! Then it stopped working. I've tried to go back on it a couple of times and never felt like the first time. I've gain the weight back and more and thinking about trying it again. Just checking this site cause I never hear anything about it anymore. I know it's pricey but I figure if it works think how much I'm saving on over eating!"

• JESSICA
• July 9, 2009

"I'm so excited to start taking my meridia tomorrow. I'm starting out at 10 milligrams a day. Readiing all the comments really helped me make up my mind. Thanks to all who wrote about their success on the medication."

• Anonymous
• September 19, 2009

"Meridia was awesome for appetite control. It virtually took away my hunger. I could even walk by See's Candies with not even the slightest bit of interest! But, after 3-4 weeks, Meridia caused me to have severe migraines. I had to stop taking it. I'm sad. It's the only thing that has helped me eat less."

• Anonymous
• July 20, 2009

"Unfortunately I took Meridia for 6 months and only lost 15 lbs. Went off of it for a while and gained 20lbs. Tried it again but only lost 11 lbs in 3 months. I eat good and exercise and chase after 3 kids. It's great for all of you who have lost weight however. This medicine is expensive. "

• lil...
• May 24, 2009

"I have been on Meridia for 4 weeks, I lost 6 lbs the 1st week and nothing since. I drive 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
• April 8, 2012

"I used this for about 3 months and it jump-started my healthy diet and exercise plan. I lost a total of 60 pounds in 6 months and kept it off for four years. I just needed the extra help."