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Originally Posted by ~Christina
Big Pharma screws up all of us when it comes to so many meds that causes often huge weight gain as if we don’t have enough to deal with.
There are numerous that are claimed to be weight neutral. Haldol is one , yes old school but actually decreased my appetite. Invega , Latuda to name a few. It’s often just a case of try xyz and seeing which is a good fit for you.
I have metabolic syndrome thanks to psych meds so it makes losing weight very difficult. I refuse to become diabetic and be more obese which will make my arthritis worse, so I’m making Med changes.
What meds are you currently on?
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A lot of the literature I've read on medication says it isn't uncommon to gain 5lbs. I'm like '5lbs?! Try 50'. Glad to know it's not just me.
Of the meds you listed I've only tried Latuda but it didn't do anything for me. My PCOS also makes diabetes more likely but I have myself tested a couple of times a year and so far I've been okay. Was told awhile ago that my liver is a bit inflamed but my doctor is keeping an eye on that too.
I'm currently on Lithium and Seroquel (about 2 1/2 years). Then my doctor keeps trying various anti depressants/mood stabilizers. Taking Zoloft at the moment.