"i have been on contrave for 4 months. and over the 4 month period i have lost 45lb with the help of the medication. i didn&#039;t change my exercise at all just my diet (low carb, high protein.. contrave really helped me with this.  it really helps with the cravings and the binge eating... i will admit i was sick to my stomach off and on for about the first month but it has gone away and i do not have any side affects. i plan on staying on until i loose the last ten lbs until my goal. i also may stay on it after that to help keep my weight down. not sure at this time. im hoping my insurance will start covering the medication."