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#1
Jun 11, 2012, 05:45 PM
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Hey,
I start lithium soon and worried about wight gain. Anyone tell me what their experience has been on it? 
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#2
Jun 11, 2012, 05:55 PM
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Knowing that lithium can cause weight gain you need to be proactive and start on diet and exercise as you start the lithium. I gained weight on lithium, I just can't remember how much.
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#3
Jun 11, 2012, 06:15 PM
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You may or may not, it is not as notorious as Zyprexa. Following Anne's advice is the right way to go, anyway.
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#4
Jun 11, 2012, 06:59 PM
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i have lost 4 lbs already which is good it totally cuts my appettite
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#5
Jun 11, 2012, 09:49 PM
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I didn't gain on it but depakote and Zyprexa I did.
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Jun 12, 2012, 01:06 AM
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It's been weight neutral for me.
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Jun 12, 2012, 02:19 AM
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i haven't gained weight on it, but i also take welbutrin.
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#8
Jun 12, 2012, 08:04 AM
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Lithium has not caused me any weight gain. My weight gain issues came from AD's and zyprexa.
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Jun 12, 2012, 09:47 AM
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I didn't gain or lose on lithium. I was just extremely thirsty all the time and had trembling hands.
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#10
Jun 12, 2012, 10:43 AM
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I didn't gain any weight on Lithium. Maybe you won't either. It seems to be different from person to person. Don't worry about things before you have to
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Jun 12, 2012, 12:34 PM
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Ok thanks all !!
I guess I will just have to wait and see.... |
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