I am overweight and want to lose 50lbs to reach the 200 lb range. I have borderline hypertension and a family history of heart issues. I have taken Belviq in the past with some success but now have a prescription for Contrave. I am going to Italy in 5 weeks and am concerned about taking Contrave due to potential side effects like hot flashes and increased sweating, especially in hot weather. Should I take Belviq until after my trip and then switch to Contrave, or start Contrave now and deal with any side effects? Also, can I drink alcohol while on Contrave, similar to how I could with Belviq?

January 25th, 2023

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