"i took this medication for 5 months from april 2012 through september 2012.  i used this medication as a tool.  i changed my lifestyle and thought of this pill as one toll to assist in my lifestyle change.  i started at 178 pounds and i met my goal weight of 115 pounds in december of 2012.  it is now sept 2013, i have maintained my weight.  this is not a miracle, for lasting results you must eat right, workout and keep a healthy lifestyle.  it was wonderful in assisting me.  if you do not do the work, as soon as you go off the medicine, you will gain the weight back."