"i have been taking contrave for almost 1 month. it will be a month on the 7th. i starting taking contrave to help aid in my weight loss. i started working out and eating right. i was something to help boost my weight loss. prior to starting contrave i weighed 226.5 lbs. after almost a month i now weigh 218.2 lbs. i have lost a total of 8.3 lbs. i did have some side effects. make sure to drink a full glass of water when you take it. wait until after the water to drink you coffee. i have found that helps. always drink and full glass of water when you take it. i also only need one cup of coffee a day now. i make healthy food choices but i do not eat very much now. i love it and will refill. also fiber helps with the constipation."