"i&#039;ve been on the medicine for 3 weeks and lost 8 pounds.  i would love to continue.  however, possible side effects of this medication are depression, mental confusion, suicidal thoughts, etc.  i have struggled in the past with depression.  this medicine has has ignited a fire in my brain.  i am at the point where i seriously think i&#039;m going crazy.  i urge you to disclose fully to your doctor if you suffer from chronic depression and urge you to reconsider taking this medicine.  i begged my husband to commit me yesterday, that was my mental state.  i&#039;m seeing my doctor monday to figure out a different course of action now."