Posted by Lao Tzu on April 13, 2010, at 10:45:24
In reply to Re: Zyprexa - need some input, posted by bleauberry on April 11, 2010, at 7:48:04
I'm on Risperdal, and like Zyprexa and probably every other antipsychotic out there, weight gain is a real issue. Now, I've never had a weight issue before Risperdal. In fact, I was rather skinny and had a high metabolism. Now, the last time I was at the doctor, I am 212 lbs. I've gained 5lbs in the last year. Part of that is due to my sedentary lifestyle and also the fact that metabolism slows down as you age. I'm 39 years old. I also take an antidepressant which may cause additional weight gain. So I can't blame it all on the antipsychotic. There are many factors, but it does present itself as an issue. Exercise, exercise. That may be the only way to keep your weight down.
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