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Re: Weight gain on _low-dose_ Zyprexa?

Posted by 4WD on June 2, 2005, at 22:25:39

In reply to Weight gain on _low-dose_ Zyprexa?, posted by cache-monkey on May 31, 2005, at 17:07:58

> Hey all,
>
> I'm thinking about trying low-dose Zyprexa for a cluster of symptoms that it might benefit. I know weight gain can be a huge issue with this drug. I feel like I could probably handle maybe 10 pounds (I'm 175), but not much more than that. I'm also willing to work out more to compensate for an appetite or metabolism effect.
>
> What I'd like to know if anyone has had success with Zyprexa in the range of 2.5-5 mg/day and *not* gained a tremendous amount of weight. If so, was this because you took countermeasures, or were appetite and metabolism issues not present for you?
>
> (It would also be helpful if you could mention your reason for going on the drug...)
>
> Thanks in advance,
> cache-monkey

I've never taken Zyprexa for more than a week because it made me ragingly hungry. That's at 2.5 mg. It worked great for anxiety, though.


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