Weight Questions (Page 15)

What Blood Pressure Medicine, that will NOT cause Weight Gain?

Please name certain med, that will not cause Weigh Gain. I take Amelodopine, Besylate, Losatran Potassium, Hydrochlorothoyzoide to conytol BP. As it is still running high BP (150-100), my doc added Bystolic. But this is a Beta Blocker and causing me rapid weight gain! I had this same problem... read more

Is most of the weight gain caused from Gabapentin a water weight gain?

I've read a lot of the questions and answers about the weight gain caused from Gabapentin and some said it was a water or bloating reason, and I was wondering if it is a water weight gain, can your physician prescribe a water pill like Lasix, and would that help with the weight gain. The... read more

Effexor - What can you do about the weight gain?

I have been taking Effexor now for two months. I have just increased to 150 mg a day. This drug is amazing! I started on it for perimenopausal symptoms like insomnia and Mood swings. I feel great now! I hardly ever cry now, and sleep pretty well. (Took about a month for that to get better). My main... read more

Haloperidol - Does haldol cause weight gain?

I have been on lithium but now haldol for bipolar with mania and schizoaffective. Was on zyprexa in past and just lost all the weight I gained from it.

Is levothyroxine really that bad?

Hi, A week ago I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism after suffering ridiculous health issues for the last 18-24 months - tiredness, stress/anxiety, mental slowing, weight gain, stomach issues, constipation (if not the complete opposite!) constantly freezing cold, muscle aches and pains and... read more

I was just prescribed hydroxyzine pamoate 25 mg once a day (transition from work that causes?

... anxiety). I am terrified of gaining weight! I am already taking Pristiq 50 mg in the morning and hydroxyzine pamoate in the afternoon. Should I worry about weight gain?

Is weight gain a common side effect of lithium?

I've worked so hard to lose weight.; I fear that when I start taking the lithium I will gain it all back. I've been taking bupropion for a long time which if anything helps me keep the weight off unlike all the other meds I've taken which have caused me to gain. Have many of you had... read more

Does symbicort make you gain weight?

Resistant depression; how long does it take for Abilify to kick in?

Hi guys, I am currently on Wellbutrin XR 150 mgs twice a day & celexa 40 mgs. I just started the 25mgs of Lamictal yesterday. However, I wanted to know is Abilify a different class of drug than the ones I listed? Cuz my dr wants 2 start me on a different class, since my depression is resistant!... read more

I have been on Forteo for 7 months and have started feeling so fuzzy brained for the past month and?

tired. Is this an effect of the Forteo. I also have pain in my back and leg cramps and weight gain. I am also extremely tired all of the time which is unusual for me.

Does anyone taking Viibryd and Trazodone have side effects?

I have memory and concentration loss.I was on Lexapro and Trazodone for anxiety for 3 years and switched to Viibryd because of weight gain and lethergy. I was on 40mg. of Viibryd at first and felt stoned all the time. I backed into my garage door for example. I don't know if I should switch my... read more

Does anyone know how to lessen the tingling in your feet and hands side effect of Topiramate?

I'm currently on 50mg twice a day and experience intense tingling mostly in my feet several times a day. That is my main side effect other that not wanting to really drink soda and losing weight(no complaints there) and a bit of memory loss. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to rid of... read more

I'm 5'10 and weighed 135-140 - after Abilify, I weigh 233. Any evidence that stopping Abilify (no?

... matter how well it works) will cause me to lose this weight? I've never been obese in my life! Help Meeeeee

Celexa - Is anyone taking Wellbutrin 300mg along with Citalopram 20mg?

I've been using Wellbutrin for 6+ months and my doctor prescribed the Citalopram yesterday. I'm afraid of gaining weight to the point if it causes weight gain I'm out!

Has anyone been treated for ibs succesfully with 10mg amitriptyline?

Im a 22 year old female that has been experiencing ibs symptoms for 7 months and this has lead to anxiety which has lead to a bit of weight loss as im anxious to eat properly as i dont want to trigger a flare up. i know there are 2 things that trigger my flare ups but im too scared to eat what i... read more