What is Contrave?
Contrave is a combination medication that includes Naltrexone and Bupropion. These two drugs work together to help control food cravings and emotional eating, making it easier for people to follow a calorie-restricted diet and achieve sustainable weight loss.
How Does Contrave Work?
- Bupropion: A medication commonly used to treat depression and smoking addiction, which helps suppress appetite and boost metabolism.
- Naltrexone: A medication used for opioid and alcohol dependence, which reduces food cravings and compulsive eating behaviors.
Who is Contrave For?
- Adults with a BMI of 30 or higher
- Adults with a BMI of 27+ with at least one obesity-related condition
- Individuals who struggle with binge eating, food addiction, or emotional eating
Key Benefits of Contrave
✔ Targets the reward system in the brain, reducing food cravings
✔ Helps control emotional and stress-related eating habits
✔ Encourages gradual and sustainable weight loss
Side Effects of Contrave
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness, headache, and dry mouth
- Increased blood pressure in some individuals
- Mood changes and risk of suicidal thoughts (rare, but possible in some users)
How is Contrave Taken?
- Typically taken twice daily with meals
- Requires a gradual increase in dosage over a few weeks
Who Should Avoid Contrave?
- Individuals with a history of seizures or uncontrolled high blood pressure
- People taking opioid pain medications
- Those with a history of eating disorders like bulimia
