"i cannot really say if this medication works, as i had to stop it due to side effects.  i began to experience tinnitus day 1, mild at first.  by day two it was much more noticeable and unbearable.  i have been off the contrave for three days now and still have tinnitus.  my doctor advised it could take up to a week or longer for the tinnitus to subside.  i&#039;m hoping it goes away soon, it is very unpleasant!"