"i have been on this drug since june 1, 2008.  there were two weeks i had to stop taking it, so to date (7/17/08) i have been taking it for a month.  i have lost 17 lbs as of today.  i have tried everything, but this is the first time that i finally feel like i am in control.  it is easy to say no now to junk food.  and i get full very quickly.  i have not changed my diet yet, just portions.  my next step is to start exercising more regularly and start on a healthy meal plan."