"i started contrave 6 days ago.   i was concerned at first reading all of the reviews.   i wasn&#039;t expecting much.  the first few days i didn&#039;t change my diet.   i increased my water.   what i have noticed is that i am less hungry.  i am not eating the full meal because i get full.   i&#039;m down 7 lbs in 6 days.    yes i have had some side effects mostly dry mouth!   that just helps me drink more water. so far i am happy with it."