Feb 5, 2026 · You should avoid taking Contrave with high-fat meals, and be sure to swallow the tablets whole. It’s best to raise your dose slowly over a few weeks to minimize side effects.

Feb 1, 2026 · If you take them together or do not wait 2 weeks, you may have confusion, agitation, restlessness, stomach or bowel symptoms, a sudden high body temperature, an extremely high …

Nov 10, 2025 · CONTRAVE should be taken by mouth in the morning and in the evening. The tablets should not be cut, chewed, or crushed. Total daily doses greater than 32 mg/360 mg per day (two …

Mar 5, 2025 · Taking Contrave while on Amlodipine could increase the risk of side effects, such as low blood sugar and mental health changes. Always talk with your doctor before adjusting medications to …

Nov 11, 2024 · If you have high blood pressure (hypertension) that is not well controlled, you should not take Contrave. Ask your healthcare provider if you do not know if your blood pressure is...

Blood pressure and pulse should be measured prior to starting therapy with CONTRAVE and should be monitored at regular intervals consistent with usual clinical practice, particularly among patients with …

CONTRAVE should be taken by mouth in the morning and in the evening. The tablets should not be cut, chewed, or crushed. Total daily doses greater than 32 mg/360 mg per day (two tablets twice...

Patients may develop elevated blood pressure or heart rate during Contrave treatment; the risk may be greater during the initial three months of therapy. Monitor blood pressure when initiating …

Some people may get high blood pressure or have a higher heart rate when taking CONTRAVE. Your healthcare provider should check your blood pressure and heart rate before you start taking, and …

Feb 12, 2026 · You will need to stop taking Contrave for at least 3 days before starting opioid treatment. Contrave may cause increased blood pressure or a faster heart rate for some people. Your …