"i started qsymia in mid-december at 309 pounds and have lost a total of 30 pounds so far. i am now on the 7.5 mg dosage and it&#039;s working great!  personally, i&#039;ve never experienced any of the side effects that some have, other than maybe a slight headache the first day or two when first starting the medication, and again when upping the dose.  it&#039;s been a life-changer for me!  on qsymia, i can eat normally.  i no longer have the cravings in between meals and especially for sweets.  i can actually pass up cake and donuts!  it&#039;s true that you&#039;ll no longer like the taste of soda - diet or regular.  i drink only water now, with an occasional tea.  i count my calories and eat normal meals.  i just stop eating now when i&#039;m full."