You’ll typically start taking Contrave (naltrexone / bupropion) at a low dose. Then, the dose will be raised in the following weeks until you’ve reached a maintenance dose. Each tablet contains 8 mg of naltrexone and 90 mg of bupropion.
Week 1: The typical dose is 1 tablet by mouth in the morning.
Week 2: The typical dose is 1 tablet by mouth in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening.
Week 3: The typical dose is 2 tablets by mouth in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening.
Week 4 and beyond (maintenance dose): The typical dose is 2 tablets by mouth in the morning and 2 tablets in the evening.
Don’t take more than 2 tablets twice per day.
Your dose might differ if you have kidney or liver problems.
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