"i started contrave in early february, at first i did not lose any weight but i could feel myself getting fuller faster especially as the dosage increased. for the month i have been on the full dosage i have lost 20 pounds. sometimes i do not have a desire to eat, often this is due to nausea. i have felt more energized and motivated to work out. the only side effects i continue to have are a dry mouth and trouble sleeping. both problems are well worth it to me."