Posted by Cam W. on June 11, 2000, at 20:52:23
In reply to Re: Remeron with Zantac ..for the weight gain?, posted by Suzie on June 11, 2000, at 19:32:37
Suzie - I have seen histamine-H2-antagonists (like Zantac) being used for Zyprexa-induced weight gain. I have heard of Axid (nizatadine) being used successfully for keeping off the weight, but I kinda doubt the full reliability of the source. The theory behind this is that Zyprexa stimulates the histamine receptor and other drugs that stimulate the histamine receptor cause weight gain. The cause/effect here is iffy. There are several other more plausible theories of Zyprexa-induced weight gain (eg increased leptin levels).As for Remeron (mirtazapine), I don't know. I am not sure if Remeron stimulates histamine receptors. Hopefully someone here can follow-up on this.
Hope this helps - Cam.
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