"i was placed on sexenda about 16 months ago. studies have shown that after 12 months that weight loss does not happen. that has proved true. i started at 212 lb and at 16 months was down to 179.   at my last appointment  i had a 5lb weight gain ( due to menstruation)  and my insurance company would not renew my prescription. there for the doctors said to go ahead and stop it completely. when i initially started this medication i was explained that you should not stop this suddenly and should be weaned off - i was at the max dose of 3mg daily.  it has been a month since i have last taken the medication and i have gained 10lbs back. i have not changed anything i was doing to previously. just a warning toto after sexenda use and the discontinuing process."