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what does the rash that a person might get while on this med look like? ## It depends on why they are getting the rash. If it's a side effect rash, it usually just looks like a systemic rash that covers a large portion of the body, but it isn't itchy and doesn't include hives. However, an allergic rash will usually be itchy and cause hives. The FDA lists the other typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness and anorexia. Have you consulted your doctor? They should be able to let you know what has caused the rash. ## I have been on Contrave for 2 weeks. I didn't have any side effects until I started taking 2 pills a day. Now I am breaking out in bumps under my arms, under my belly, my back and on the inside of my ...

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A few years ago I found a diet pill called Qick Loweight. It was made from algae and seaweed and other things from the sea. There was no caffeine of any kind but it worked great. I lost 3 pant sizes in 2 weeks. If anyone knows where I can find this please let me know.

In search of recommendations for a doctor/weight loss clinic in the Detroit area that will prescribe Adipex (phentermine) to an overweight but otherwise healthy me. Inquired with my family doctor a few times only to have my interest brushed off. ## I just got mine from Dr. Bouier on greenfield and 9mile. I lost 7. lbs in two effin days. 2 EFFIN DAYS! My combo is phentermine 37.5 and wellbutrin. ## How much was your Adipex and do you have to be a patient to get a prescription? ## How much was your visit and how much was the adipex? ## What about Kalamazoo, Mi or near there, do you know of any? I was talking to an employee of DrToHelp and not sure I want to take a chance with them, especially giving them my credit card account info.

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My doctor believes there will not be a problem using these 2 together; perhaps it just diminished ultram's effect only. Has anyone ever taken the two together and can assure me that might be the only effect? ## Hello, Brenda! How are you? The Bupropion in the Contrave can increase the effect of Tramadol, while the Naltrexone can decrease it, but those are the only issues listed by the FDA between these medications. The FDA classifies Tramadol as an opioid and warns that it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Contrave may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, nervousness and anorexia. Can anyone that's taken them together chime in with their experience? ## Thank you sooo much...

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I am prescribed glycomet 500 for weight loss as i am a pcod patient. Is it that if i leave taking this medicne , i will put on weight? I am told to take it for 1 month in d morning ## My weight is 67 n height is 5.5'' I am prescribed glycomet 500 for weight loss as i am a pcod patient. Is it that if i leave taking this medicne , i will put on weight? I am told to take it for 1 month in d morning. Does it even work as a weighr loss remedy. Its been 10days that i am taking these medicnes and i dont see any result. ## Sir, I want to know, is these tablets a normal person can use to reduce the weight. If we can have these for how long time....kindly feedback waiting for reply... ## This medication can be used to aid in weight loss, especially in people with PCOD, since it helps thei...

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I have a constricted esophagus and swallowing pills can be a bit of a challenge. I have been on Contrave for 5 days and it has been stuck almost everyday. Currently my throat is burning and my voice is hoarse. I’m concerned the pill is just sitting in my throat slowly dissolving. I know the instructions say not to crush but has anyone tried it? And if so did you have any adverse reactions? ## Hello Julie, Sorry to hear that you are struggling with the administration of your contrave pills. Even though it is an unfortunate situation I would strongly advise that you do not administer the medication in any other way than your doctors/pharmacists instructions. Two primary reasons for taking a pill whole is so that your body can properly absorb the medication and the other reason is so...

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I have been on Contrave for three months but the last couple weeks I am having muscle twitching bad enough to keep me awake. Could the Contrave be causing this? ## Hello, Patty! How are you? The only place I'm seeing this listed is under the overdose symptoms that are provided by the FDA. The typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness and depression. Have you discussed this with your doctor? Are you on any other medications? ## I am taking contrave and also experiencing muscle twitches. My hands actually shake as if I have Parkinson's. It is also definitely psychotropic. I developed an acute case of agoraphobia - didn't leave the house for two days. It also has had an impact on my autoimmune system. My body is not fighting off bacteria...

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I received a pill that is sort of oval with K25 imprinted on it and it is blank on the back. The pill is white with little blue specks. ## I started taking a OVAL WHITE PILL with BLUE SPECKS on it with K/25 yesterday.I was prescribed this by my Dr. for weightloss.It is Phentermine37.5mg. I have been reading alot about this pill but noticed that everyone else had a different number on it than mine.So I Googled the description with the number and was brought to this forum.Hope I helped! Now i need to find out whats up with my meds!!Side effects are strange! :) ## What sort of side effects. I have taken different Phen 37.5s that my Dr. Prescribed and I had filled at different pharmacies, I think the K25s seem a bit different though. Jen, where did you have yours filled? ## The pharmacy tha...

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Been on Contrave a little over 3 months and it was like a light switch going off.....fine, happy, feeling “normal”....then “boom” it hit, panic attacks, feeling outside of myself, talking but not feeling present, afraid I’m dying. This is horrible! I want to stop taking immediately, but am afraid of withdrawal. Anyone else feel this ever? ## It is kind of unusual for such issues to start after you've been on it for 3 months, but nothing is impossible, since everyone is different. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, nervousness, and insomnia. Have you consulted your care provider? Are you on any other medications? In most cases you have to taper off of this type of medication, your doctor should be ab...

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Almost one inch long. 1/4 inch high. Solid green with no makings on it at all. Oval. Deep green almost like a forest Green. ## If there are no markings, it may be difficult to determine exactly what this is, but I will keep looking. We can rule it out as being a U.S. prescription medication, since they are all required to have markings to enable their identification, however, it could be any one of a large number of over the counter items. There is also a small chance that it could be a foreign medication. Where was it found? ## I found a baggie of large dark green oblong shaped pills with no markings in my son's room. He first said they were magnesium pills and then said they were vitamins he got from our kitchen. I know they were not vitamins from our kitchen, and since he felt th...

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Dark blue capsule with the markings E5000. capsule lite blue one half other half clear with blue and white beads inside. markings are same E5000 ## IS IT A WATER PILL OR WHAT ## Eon Labs lists this capsule as containing 30mgs of Phentermine, which is a stimulant that is commonly used to aid in weight loss. NDC code: 00185-0640 The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, nervousness, insomnia, and anorexia. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I’ve been taking my phentermine axcion ap 30mg for a few months now (on and off so as to note develop dependency on them), but they’ve stopped working for me! Has anyone else had this happen to them? What can I do to restart it’s appetite suppressing effect on me? Any help would be appreciated! Thanks everyone! Xoxo ## For the best efficacy, you should take them daily, as prescribed, unless your doctor has instructed otherwise. If you are skipping doses, then that will reduce how well they work for you, that is why the FDA instructs you to take the medication as prescribed and not to miss a dose. They also warn that it carries the risk of being habit forming, so I understand your concern, but this is just not a medication that works, if taken occasionally. It side effe...

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I live n hot springs. Am a bit overweight. Taking pill for weight loss. Have lost 50 lbs. Have chronic pain in my knees. No Dr or orthopedic dr will give m pain pills. Xrays show severe arthritis. But nobody to help me. Even went to little rock n no help either. Can anyone help me. ## Hello, Siss! How are you? I am sorry that you're in pain. Pain pills aren't always the first appropriate choice to treat arthritis. And what kind of doctor have you been seeing? If you do require them on a long-term, ongoing basis, you'll need to see a specialist, due to the new regulations that were put in place last year. Losing more weight could also improve the situation, since that places a lot of stress on your knees. ## I've been to orthopedic drs. 4 a matter of fact. N one rheumolig...

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Where can i buy effigen pills? I need to loose weight but im taking alot of meds for m.e and fibromyalgia. ## I need to try effigen as I need to lose weight for my wedding ## Does anyone know about the availability of effigen diet pills on the internet or does it require a doctor's prescription? ## I would like to get these also, can someone advise

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I have been on Contrace for 6 weeks now, and am very pleased with the results. I was prescribed contrave due to severe endometriosis and other hormonal issues I was having. I didnt start taking it until 5 weeks ago, about 3 months after my hysterectomy. I am 28, and am going through serious hormonal stuff along with menopause, and I would diet and exercise yet nothing was happening with my weight. So I decided to start my contrave to help, and it has really moved things along for me. However, when I got to week 4 and upped my daily dosage to 2 i the AM and 2 in the PM, I experienced some serious nausea and dizziness; blinding optic nerve headaches. I understand that these are common side effects, but I have 2 small children and cannot live that way. So I decided to try taking 1 pill eve...

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I am going to a clinic who is prescribing me a combination of phentermine and topamax. Initially I went to them about 2 years ago and this combination allowed me to lose about 30 pounds like magic. The weight just fell off! I went on maintenance and maintained the weight well. I weaned myself off the medication and was increasing my exercise because I was concerned about gaining the weight back. Then I hurt my hip and had to set a lot, plus as a Realtor the market was as such that required me to do a lot of prospecting to get business so I was on the phone and computer a lot...so a lot of sitting. I ended up putting on 10 lbs before I knew it. I gained it so fast! So I went back to my Diet Clinic and the Phentermine and Topamax isn't working now??? What do you think has changed? Do ...

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I stopped taking Belviq about 5 days ago. I have had a headache since. Before I stopped taking Belviq, I was feeling worse with feeling dizzy or aura like a migraine. I think I passed out because I fell and don't know what happened. I had also been feeling really sluggish. Low blood pressure. I called the doc. She said stop taking Belviq & HCTZ. Blood work normal. Still have a headache. Some dizziness still. What will make this headache go away? ## I also stopped taking Belviq on Sunday and since have had headaches, anxiety, racing heart, shaky and irritability. Are you feeling better yet? ## Finally feeling somewhat better. Headache is better and last couple days have had sporadic times of lightheadedness. I've also had some strange dreams too. ## Sorry to hear about both y...

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white pill wth blue specks ocal shaped ## NDC printed says 51224-0101-70 Lot 120015. Search comes up not found. White oval shaped pills with blue specs. It is scored (line down the middle of pill) with a sign that looks like a "euro sign" on one side of the score and 16 on the other side of the score. ## 51224-0101 contains 37.5mgs of Phentermine, which is used to aid in weight loss. The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability, and anorexia. Is there else I can help with?

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I have been on Contrave for 5 days. 2 days ago, I noticed a splotchy rash on my buttocks, legs and around my armpits. It does not itch. My doctor does not know what it is and the only thing new is this medication. Has anyone else experienced this side effect? If so, does it resolve on its own? ## I'm in week five of taking Contrave. I had no side effects until I started the week 5 dosing (2 tabs twice a day). I developed a blotchy red rash mostly on my forearms. Ive list 10 lbs so far so I'm staying on the Contrave. Bum just going to try taking ZYRTEC to are if it relieves the rash. ## A rash is listed by the FDA as a possibly side effect of Contrave. Most side effects do go away, after 4 to 6 weeks, once your body gets used to the medication. Other side effects may also include...

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hi I recently bought these pills in mexico and wanted to know if anyone else has tried them recently and if they have worked for them and how long it took them to start seeing results? ## Hello, Jocelyn! How are you? Sibutramine was removed from the market in the U.S., because it was found to cause severe cardiac dangers and some people suffered fatal events. Thus, I advise you to please proceed with caution and speak to your doctor, before taking it. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi - I took Simply Slim while living in South Africa for two years, from 2008-2010. This product was eventually banned in the country because it contained Sibutramine. This was the best product I have ever taken for weight loss... it was amazing. I could eat whatever I wanted while always remainin...

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