"due to my rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis i am on steroid shots. i gained 25 pounds in 4 weeks. lost 11 pounds when i could exercise. then not being able to exercise (ra on feet and ankles). i started bontril on march 11 and stopped for 9 days because i could not get to the doctor. i have lost 10 pounds. no withdrawal symptoms while off. would recommend it. starting tomorrow again."