Question 1

could the combination of olanzapine and duloxetine be making me gain weight?

Accepted Answer

Maybe.: Olanzapine often causes weight gain and at times elevated blood sugar, cholesterol and triglycerides. It is a major side effect of olanzapine. Duloxetine can also cause weight gain but is less likely to do so. The weight gain on Olanzapine is almost immediate and may  be progressive. Duloxetine's is not. It takes time and isuncommon and small. It is more likely the olanzapine.

Question 2

my doc advised me zyprexa 10mg, depakote 500mg & cymbalta (duloxetine) 30mg since 1 week. my mood is going severely down. nothing seems good. everything is blue.

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See doctor: You need to see your prescribing doctor without delay for assessment of meds and depression. Make clear that your depression is worse since starting meds. If you can&#x27;t see doctor right away, go to urgent care. If any thoughts of self-harm, go to the ER. Be safe and take care.

Question 3

i take zyprexa (olanzapine) and its making me hungry and causing weight gain. my doc is prescribing metformin. how effective is this and what dosage is effective?

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Zyprexa, (olanzapine) Metformin: Zyprexa (olanzapine) can definitely cause weight gain.  It is usually prescribed between 5-20 mg per day.  The dose is increased slowly.  Metformin shouldn't cause weight gain.  Both medications are very effective for a variety of conditions.

Question 4

i take 5mg zyprexa (olanzapine) i was tortured as kid tried other meds gained weight practitioner said i can take it or nothing at all are there other sleep meds?

Accepted Answer

Zyprexa (olanzapine): Is actually an antipsychotic medication that has sedation as a side effect. Many people gain significant amounts of weight on zyprexa (olanzapine). There are many medications that can be used to assist with sleep. If your practitioner only gives you the choice of zyprexa (olanzapine) or nothing for sleep problems - you might want to see another medical provider.

Question 5

gained 5 kilos while on zyprexa, (olanzapine) once stopping this drug will i lose the weight?

Accepted Answer

Yes you should: Good to recognize weight gain from Zyprexa (olanzapine) at 5 kilos. Yes, when you stop taking Zyprexa (olanzapine) weight gain should slowly reverse. However, discuss with prescribing doctor alternative med that is less likely to cause weight gain. Best way to lose the weight is exercise daily and eat healthy. Cut out junk food, sugary drinks/sodas and you'll feel better. Good luck and take care.

Question 6

can switching from zyrpexa to zyprexa (olanzapine) zydis lead to losing weight gained on normal zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Accepted Answer

Highly unlikely: The mechanism of antipsychotic-induced weight gain appears to have no connection to formulation.  It's not totally clear that it's even related to dose.  They act in the brain to drive appetite and likely in the periphery to induce other negative metabolic effects (cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose, hormonal, etc).  If Zyprexa (olanzapine) is the right drug for you, use aggressive diet, activity, and meds to

Question 7

will zyprexa (olanzapine) make me gain much weight? i was prescribed zyprexa (olanzapine) but i'm afraid of gaining too much weight

Accepted Answer

You can control it: Weight-gain is listed as a side effect of this medication, but the pill has virtually no caloric value to it. So, it does not cause wt gain by itself--it does, however, by increasing appetite in some people, thus causing more  food intake and the resulting wt gain. So, if you can control the appetite, eat modestly, exercise regularly, u should be ok.  Consult doc regularly. Good luck.

Question 8

i see practitioner was tortured as child take 5mg zyprexa (olanzapine) for sleep gained 60lbs np says not many meds non weight i take it or not what to tell him?

Accepted Answer

Encourage you to: see a psychiatrist. If an atypical anti-psychotic is needed there are a number of other choices in addition to zyprexa (olanzapine).  Zyprexa (olanzapine) is well known for the side effect of weight gain.  If sleep is the only condition the zyprexa (olanzapine) is being used for - there are also sleep medications that can be used. If your nurse practioner is not familiar with other treatment options - then seeing a psychiatrist

Question 9

zyprexa (olanzapine) weight gain how to get it off and how much can i eat in a day to lose. i'm 6 ft 2 and weigh 190 i want to be 170.

Accepted Answer

Alternative medicine: At your height of 74", 190 pounds does not seem to me to be an extremely excessive amount of weight gain; but in any case, weight gain associated with zyprexa will probably not improve until the zyprexa is stopped regardless of reasonable dietary restrictions. Alternative medications to discuss with your doctor that would be less likely to cause weight gain are Abilify and geodon (ziprasidone).

Question 10

is it possible not to gain weight on zyprexa (olanzapine)? the last time i was on it for 3 months it caused 35 lbs of weight gain. but i need it for stopping schiz

Accepted Answer

Big challenge!: It really does change the natural bacteria that  live in our gut in ways that cause the gain. It is so common and troubling that there are efforts to find ways to correct it but so far not enough success. Urge your Dr to seek a better alternative if possible or to monitor your GI for optimal function. This is really hard - sorry. Work w/ the Dr to do their best!

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My doc advised me zyprexa 10mg, depakote 500mg & cymbalta (duloxetine) 30mg since 1 week. my mood is going severely down. nothing seems good. everything is blue.

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I take zyprexa (olanzapine) and its making me hungry and causing weight gain. my doc is prescribing metformin. how effective is this and what dosage is effective?

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I take 5mg zyprexa (olanzapine) i was tortured as kid tried other meds gained weight practitioner said i can take it or nothing at all are there other sleep meds?

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Gained 5 kilos while on zyprexa, (olanzapine) once stopping this drug will i lose the weight?

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Can switching from zyrpexa to zyprexa (olanzapine) zydis lead to losing weight gained on normal zyprexa (olanzapine)?

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Will zyprexa (olanzapine) make me gain much weight? i was prescribed zyprexa (olanzapine) but i'm afraid of gaining too much weight

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I see practitioner was tortured as child take 5mg zyprexa (olanzapine) for sleep gained 60lbs np says not many meds non weight i take it or not what to tell him?

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Zyprexa (olanzapine) weight gain how to get it off and how much can i eat in a day to lose. i'm 6 ft 2 and weigh 190 i want to be 170.

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Is it possible not to gain weight on zyprexa (olanzapine)? the last time i was on it for 3 months it caused 35 lbs of weight gain. but i need it for stopping schiz

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