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Cymbalta do you gain weight?

My Dr wants me to take cymbalta for my leg pain.My questis.Will I gain weight? I am trying to loose weight and if this is so I DON'T want it.But does it seem to help anyone for the syatic nerve pain? THANKS The Cleo

Thyroid Disease - Is there any thyroid medication that doesn't cause weight gain? I've been on?

... Synthroid for 6 years. I went from 140 to 165 after taking the medicine. I have been off of it for a few months now and I have gone down to 152 and am terrified of gaining that weight back. It is IMPOSSIBLE to loose. I went to the doctor today to get my levels checked again and I'm sure I... read more

What do I do next if, after several years, Wellbutrin 450 mg. a day has stopped working?

I have suffered from low-grade depression symptoms for the last 20 years. I began with Prozac, a miracle but it made me gain weight. Next was Effexor, almost as good, some weight gain but stayed with it for several years (After trying a couple of others with little result.). Then, the depression... read more

Lamictal - has anyone had more headaches and fluid retention in legs and ankles and weight gain ?

I started Lamictal about 8 weeks ago and have gained 16 lbs. also my headaches have increased. I was put on it for seizures and headaches and I asked the Neurologist 2 days ago can it make you gain weight, his answer was short and he got aggitated NO. I beg to differ. My ankles and legs are so... read more

Spiriva had caused me to gain weight which I can not lose, anyone have an answer?

I took Spiriva a couple of years ago for 6 weeks and gained an unsightly 22 lbs, all on the midsection and nowhere else. After dieting off and on for the last 6 months I still cannot lose the weight. My midsection is all bulged out and I look terrible. Does anyone have an answer to my problem. Bill

Loosing weight after stoping Lyrica?

Hi, I have been on 300mg of Lyrica twice a day for a relatively short period of time. In this short period of time, I have gained about 15-20 lbs. which for my frame (I like to be about 165-172 when Im in good shape) is a lot, and beyond that it seems to be concentrated in my stomach and giving me... read more

Can hydroxyzine make you gain weight?

In the 2 years I've been taking hydroxyzine I cant seem to shed any weight. I work out 5-6 times a week and don't eat out on a regular basis and I keep track of all my micro nutrients, but I just cant seem to shed any weight. Any thoughts?

Is weight gain one of the side affects of the Forteo?

I've been on the Forteo for about 13 months. I had gain 15 lbs in this time. I go to the pool twice a week and walk whenever weather permits or go to the gym on alternate days. No matter what I do with my diet or exercise I cannot loose any weight. I am 65 years old and have never had such a... read more

Lexapro question? Concern about weight gain?

Hi. I was just prescribed lexapro by my doctor and therapist. I've never had good luck in the past with ssri's so I'm nervous about trying it. The major concern is the weight gain. I've read so much stories that it concerns me. I'm working to lose weight not gain. Can... read more

Effexor XR - Venlafaxine and weight gain/loss?

Hi there Mi have been on sertraline for 2 years, I have just weaned off them on the advice from the doctor and she has prescribed me venlafaxine. I was wondering if anyone had experienced weight gain or loss with this AD? Sertraline caused a huge weight gain and ideally I want an AD that isn't... read more

Do most people taking Seroquel gain weight?

I was taking Seroquel last year for about 6 weeks for sleep. It worked really well for me, but I ended up gaining weight so I discontinued it. I am still having problems with sleep, so my dr prescribed Saphris, which I don't really like so far. I was thinking of going back to Seroquel. Do most... read more

What is the best antidepressant that will give me energy and help me lose weight?

I'm very depress and I have no energy and I'm gaining weight. What antidepressants is best

Buspirone - Have any of you experienced weight gain from this medication?

I have severe anxiety and panic attacks. I have been on Zoloft and lexapro and gained 40 pounds. They both helped with my anxiety tremendously, but I was overeating to the point of sickness. I have been off all meds for about 4 months and I’ve lost 18 pounds, but my anxiety is so out of... read more

Carvedilol - weight gain?

I have had rapid weight gain since taking carvedilol. My food intake has not changed that much, however maybe my salt intake has been higher.

Does clonidine or Hyzaar cause a weight gain?

I have been using clonidine and Hyzaar for high blood pressure for a few months now and noticed 10 to 15 pounds of weight gain. Has anyone else experienced the weight gain and is it a normal side effect? I am a health conscious person and my eating habits are the same as before I started the... read more

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