"i have used qysmia since january along with a low carb diet, and as of today i have lost 44 pounds.  the medicines assist with keeping me from being hungry, and craving foods that i would generally binge on like sweets. i really am pleased with this medication.  the only side effects i have incurred are some constipation, which i always had issues with. i use miralax to aid with that. i only have a few more pounds to lose to reach my goal, but the medicine has really been a help."