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Contrave is still in the testing stages, but it seems to offer great promise as a medication that will actually reduce the risk factors associated with obesity. Currently, this drug is in its third stage of clinical trials to assess the “safety, tolerability and efficacy”, according to the company website. The company that is responsible for Contrave is Orexigen Therapeuticals, a biopharmaceutical company that is focused on creating drugs that treat central nervous system disorders, including obesity. Current studies are showing that Contrave can effectively reduce metabolic syndrome in many patients. Metabolic syndrome is a combination of risk factors that may increase the incidence of obesity, which can also increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes. This medication takes a whole new approach to weight loss, by focusing on neurological causes of obesity rather than suppressing appetite or altering metabolic function.
List of Ingredients
The two main ingredients that are being studied in the Contrave formula include Naltrexone and Bupropion. Naltrexone has been used in the United States to treat opioid addiction since 1984, and in 1995 it began to be used to treat alcoholism as well. This drug inhibits the reinforcement of addictive substances by blocking opioid receptors to the brain, according to the Orexigen website. Naltrexone has also been shown to alter the taste of foods in numerous clinical studies.
Bupropion has been used to treat depression since 1985, and in 1997 trials were begun that experimented with the use of Bupropion as an aid to help quit smoking. This drug appears to be effective at suppressing appetite and increasing energy levels, and is the most prescribed antidepressant in the United States at the time of this review. One side effect that has been noted with Bupropion is weight loss; an attractive side effect for many indeed.
Product Features
Since this medication is still in the clinical trial stage, there are few product features to report. It is suspected that this medication will only be available by prescription, since it contains potent ingredients with potentially dangerous side effects. There is no pricing or customer testimonials at this time; however, ample clinical data is provided on the Orexigen website, and this info is comprehensive and professionally displayed.
Advantages
- The ingredients in Contrave may be effective in suppressing appetite and promoting weight loss.
- Many clinical studies have been done on this product and are continuing at this time.
- The company website contains ample information on the developmental progress of this product.
Disadvantages
- This product is not yet available to the general public at the time of this review.
- The ingredients in Contrave may have potentially serious side effects for some.
- May interact badly with other prescription medications.
Conclusion
Contrave is worth keeping an eye out for, since the initial clinical studies have been promising and plenty of research is being conducted on the product. However, Contrave will not be the right choice for everyone, due to the possible side effects and medication interactions that may occur. Also, it definitely appears that Contrave will be prescription only, and will most likely be used to treat clinical obesity. It is important to talk to your doctor about whether Contrave would be a good choice for you.
Can I get an e-mail when it becomes available?
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I am interested in this product. I would like to hear more about it as it is introduced to the public.
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PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHEN AVAILABLE. ALSO I WOULD LIKE TO BE A TRIAL PERSON IF AVAILABLE AND NEEDED FOR FURTHER TESTING. SOUNDS GOOD HAVE TESTED EVERY PRODUCT ON THE MARKET STILL OVER WEIGHT. HELP PLEASE.
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PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THEY STILL NEED PEOPLE FOR TRAIL STUDY, I have tryed everything from diet pills to even having my mouth wired close. Please contact asp.
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Please let me know when It becomes available. Also I would like to be involved in a clinical trial of this product or any future weight loss products.
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I would like to try it.
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I would like to be in clinical study of Contrave, or any other weight loss medication.
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I would like to try Contrave when it becomes available.
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I would like to be in a clinical study .
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I was in a study for this drug and am very excited about it becomming available to the public…. any idea on how long that will be???
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When will Contrave be available?
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When will Contrave be available? I am very interested n finding out if it is right for me.
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When will we be able to get the diet pill contrave,I thought it was to be released
in january 2010 for prescription. Why hasn’t it ?
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I would like to know when this product will be available. I would also volunteer to be in a study if you need more people.
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Please give me more details on your ifo about Contrave”May interact badly with other prescription medications”
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What is the status on FDA approval and public release?
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Will there be a trial in this area? I would like to volunteer for that. I am obese and have tried numerous things. I am borderline diabetic, starting with high blood pressure, and have been taking heart pills for 3 years. I am 40 years old!!!
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I would like to try this trial, Im 555 lbs and they wont operayr on me till I losr wait first and Im up all night lomg
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