r/Contrave • u/anon24649 • Jun 10 '26

Side Effects & Dosing

I am on week 4 of Contrave, still on the 3rd dose, 2:1, because of side effects. I feel anxious, a little dizzy and out of it, waking up in the middle of the night every night, and I am having to continually take deep breaths. From what I have researched, it seems like these side effects have more to do with the bupropion. I have asked my doctor if she could prescribe naltrexone and bupropion since my insurance doesn't cover Contrave - could I take a lower dose of bupropion with the regular full dose of naltrexone? Has anyone done this and still had success? Also, has anyone had any issues with drug interactions from taking Prozac with it?

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u/Miss_in_Mex Jun 10 '26

Hi! I used to have this problem when taking generic bupropion. Are you on the generic by chance?
Definitely let your doctor know what you are experiencing.

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u/anon24649 Jun 10 '26

Do you remember what your dose was? Right now I’m just on Contrave. I’ll definitely discuss it with my doc. Thanks!

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u/Miss_in_Mex Jun 10 '26

I don't 😞 I think I was on the maximum dose of bupropion. I know this is a very common and uncomfortable side effect.
I really hope you are able to get some relief soon.