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Adipex-P vs. Contrave: Comparison
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
- Are Contrave and Adipex-P the Same Thing?
- What Are Possible Side Effects of Adipex-P?
- What Are Possible Side Effects of Contrave?
- What is Adipex-P?
- What is Contrave?
- What Drugs Interact with Adipex-P?
- What Drugs Interact with Contrave?
- How Should Adipex-P Be Taken?
- How Should Contrave Be Taken?
Are Contrave and Adipex-P the Same Thing?
Adipex-P (phentermine) and Contrave (naltrexone HCl and bupropion HCl) are used in combination with diet and exercise for the treatment of obesity. A difference is Adipex-P is intended for short-term use only, while Contrave is used for chronic weight management
What Are Possible Side Effects of Adipex-P?
Common side effects of Adipex-P include:
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- upset stomach,
- diarrhea,
- dry mouth,
- constipation,
- an unpleasant taste in mouth,
- hives,
- impotence,
- palpitations,