My doctor prescribes me Percocet to help manage my chronic pain. I've noticed a substantial jump/increase in my appetite. I'm underweight so I guess it isn't a bad thing...I just feel like I have the munchies all day! That is not the norm for me.

Does anyone else take opiates and find their appetite increased as a result? I also recently discontinue Zoloft and switched to Lexapro. Lastly, I am prescribed Adderall and I am on a drug holiday to reduce my tolerance.

I'm ok with my increased food intake being a temporary thing...it is just odd because I'm not much of a "food" person. Ah well, any input is appreciated.

[Nammu]

I was on opiates and narcotics for chronic pain before my surgery and lost a lot of weight...not sure if it was the drugs or the pain. After the surgery I didn't need the drugs anymore and I gained weight....but I also didn't have pain any more so I can't say which it was.

[A18793715]

Any time I've been prescribed any, it's really hard to eat. It makes me sick.

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[jaynedough]

Is it possible that the Percocet and other med changes are making you sleepy? I always eat more when I'm feeling sedated. Trying to get fuel to stay awake. Unfortunately, I usually eat sugary stuff when I'm really tired.

Thanks for your input, everyone.

Percocet does make me sleepy - perhaps that is what is going on. Thanks.

[lizardlady]

Opiates have the opposite effect on me. I lose my appetite.

I have PMS right now and I think that may be the culprit. Thanks again for your responses.