Contrave a Combination Drug: Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist. Bupropion is an antidepressant (a dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor). The combination is believed to act on the hypothalamic and mesolimbic systems in the brain to reduce food craving and control appetite.
Contrave helps you lose weight when used together with a healthy diet and exercise.
Side Effect
Like many other drugs, Contrave can cause side effects, the degree and severity of which vary depending on the individual characteristics of the body. The most common side effects are related to the nervous and digestive systems, but they usually disappear after the body adapts to the drug.
Possible side effects include:
- Nausea, which often goes away after the first weeks of use.
- Headache and dizziness, especially in the initial stages of therapy.
- Insomnia, which can occur due to the stimulating effect of bupropion.
- High blood pressure and rapid heartbeat.
- Dry mouth, which can be felt in the first weeks of use.
In rare cases, more serious reactions may occur, such as allergic reactions or seizures. If significant side effects occur or your health deteriorates, you should consult your doctor to adjust the dosage or replace the drug.
Usage
To use Contrave as effectively as possible, it is important to follow the prescribed regimen and follow the doctors recommendations. As a rule, the dosage is increased gradually, so that the body has time to adapt to the effects of the drug.
- During the first week, it is recommended to take one tablet in the morning.
- During the second week, the dose is increased to one tablet in the morning and one tablet in the evening.
- During the third week, one more tablet is added in the morning, that is, three tablets per day in total (two in the morning and one in the evening).
- From the fourth week, the full dose is prescribed – two tablets in the morning and two in the evening.
It is best to take the tablets during meals. It is important not to exceed the recommended dose, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
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Contrave helped me finally achieve results in weight loss. The hardest thing was to get used to the side effects – in the first weeks I felt dry mouth and weakness. But after that, my health returned to normal, and the weight began to go away. It is important, of course, to follow the doctors recommendations, especially regarding the dosage.