Contrave 90/8 mg Weight Management Tablets, 112 tablets; they help manage weight in individuals with obesity or overweight.
Contrave Ingredients
Contrave contains:
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Naltrexone Hydrochloride.
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Bupropion Hydrochloride.
It works on areas of the brain that control food intake and energy use.
Contrave Uses
Contrave is used for individuals with obesity or overweight to assist in weight management, alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
Contrave Dosage
Contrave must be taken according to a doctor's instructions. The typical escalation schedule is:
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Week 1: One tablet daily in the morning.
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Week 2: Two tablets daily; one in the morning and one in the evening.
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Week 3: Three tablets daily; two in the morning and one in the evening.
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Week 4 and onward: Two tablets twice daily; two in the morning and two in the evening.
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Maximum Dose: Do not exceed two tablets twice daily (4 tablets total).
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The medication should be taken with food.
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Treatment should be discontinued if at least 5% of body weight has not been lost after 16 weeks.
Contrave Side Effects
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Nausea.
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Vomiting.
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Dry mouth.
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Constipation.
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Headache.
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Diarrhea.
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Loss of appetite.
Contraindications
Contrave should not be used in cases of:
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Hypersensitivity to its ingredients.
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Uncontrolled high blood pressure (Hypertension).
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History of seizures (Epilepsy).
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Brain tumors.
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Recent withdrawal from sedatives, anti-anxiety medications, or anti-epileptics.
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Taking other medications containing Naltrexone or Bupropion.
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Current or previous history of eating disorders (such as Bulimia or Anorexia Nervosa).
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Bipolar disorder.
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Severe liver disease.
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Severe kidney disease.
Warnings and Precautions
A doctor must be consulted before taking Contrave during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Drug Interactions
Inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other medications you are taking before using Contrave, especially:
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Antidepressants.
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Antipsychotics.
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Corticosteroids.
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Insulin.
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Diabetes medications.
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Asthma medications.
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Opioid pain relievers.
Storage Instructions
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.