I started this med about 2 weeks ago and I had to stop as the side effects were unbearable for me. Very weak, had to leave work because of it, no appetite and I lost 5 pounds in a week. But everyone is different, most people who take this drug do ok, I must have been a rare exception. What works well for one person is another's nightmare. If you are starting to take this, give it a shot, it might be the perfect help for you. Don't be discouraged or afraid, you never know if it will help if you don't try.