"i have been taking contrave for since 01/19 and have lost 11 lbs.  my only side effects have been mild constipation and a occasional shakiness mostly in the mornings but other than that i feel great.  i have cut all bread and sweets from my diet and walking at least 4-5 days a week.  before cutting out the bread and sweets i had pain in my knees and other joints but the pain has subsided.  contrave has given me the willpower to make better food choices.  it costs me around $90 but compared to the health benefits of losing this weight it&#039;s worth it!"