I've been on duromine for about 5 months. I actually have not had many nasty side effects. I have been able to sleep easily. In fact I don't feel it gives me any extra energy really. It may have made me a little moody initially but does not affect my mood at all now. My heart rate and my blood pressure are normal. I find that it takes the edge off my compulsion to eat I certainly wouldn't say it makes me forget to eat like some people say. I must admit I have not exercised on it unfortunately so I've not lost weight quickly nor have i actually followed any diet as such but I have lost about 16kg over the last 5 months which I'm kind of happy with it as I've been told the slower you lose it the more likely you are to keep it off.
So I guess my experience is very different to some others.
Best of luck with your decision.


Eta. Although I have not consciously been following a specific diet or counting calories I have been mindful of eating less and I find it easier to stay away from foods I usually could not resist such as chocolate. I am going to start making more of a conscious effort with exercise etc though to help shift a few extra kilos and to help with my transition of stopping the meds and reaching my goal on my own.