"started contrave on 2/1/15, no exercise, greatly modified my eating habits, got off carbonated drinks on 3/1/15.  almost a year in and i have lost 92 pounds, i am now walking 5 miles a day, lifting weights.  chronic back pain left after 50 pounds.  i saw a reduction in the craving suppression about month 7 and had to start exercising to continue weight loss.  i think this is a great drug if you are willing to do the lifestyle change that is required."