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Originally Posted by Schatje
Just a heads up, if you are looking to avoid weight gain, think twice if you are recommended Zyprexa. I gained 20 pounds in 5 days on that stuff and bloated something awful (I could barely get my feet in my shoes - I actually couldn't tie them).
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I have been on Lithium for about a month now, and I haven't experience any weight gain. I am, however, thirsty ALL the time, I have a terrible taste in my mouth, and two weeks ago my tongue turned black - the doctor says I have a fungal infection and I have to swish and swallow this dreadful syrup 4 times a day.
Re: Schatje's comment, I totally agree, if you want to avoid weight gain stay away from Zyprexa. I have been on it for over a year, and I have gain about 35 lbs.
I haven't stopped taking either of them though, anything is better than being locked in the hospital.