Question 1

i've been really health conscious recently to the point where it is impacting me physically (appetite loss, confusion, etc) what can i do to stop it?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatric Eval: Your being "health conscious" is now the opposite and unhealthy.  This sounds possibly like OCD or a related disorder and you are in one of the right age categories.  This is something that should be discussed with a good psychiatrist and therapist.  Good luck, stay healthy, but remember to enjoy life and appreciate all of the wonders out there and don't worry about what you can not control.

Question 2

does prozac (fluoxetine) lead to weight loss because of the change in neurotransmitters? after stopping does the drug change things around or can the brain go back

Accepted Answer

Balance chemical : Prozac (fluoxetine) usually cause weight gains. Antidepressant is used to balance the neuro transmitters in your brain. After you stop it does affect some part of your brain. Sometimes it will restore your brain function if your body can make up the low neurotransmitter, but , unfortunately, sometimes your body can not make up the different, then you go back to previous stage. Everybody respond differently.

Question 3

does stopping prozac (fluoxetine) suddenly (low to moderate dose) cause major long term consequences, such as brain damage and iq loss?

Accepted Answer

Prozac (fluoxetine): None of the above. Prozac (fluoxetine) has long half-life &amp; can stay in your system for up to 72 hours, but be aware of some withdrawal symptoms after you stop, and let your doctor know.

Question 4

is ephedrine safe as a wt loss aid to help suppress appetite? only 20 lbs to lose as my bmi is just over avg. i take prozac (fluoxetine). need appetite self contro

Accepted Answer

No: Ephedrine (ephedrine sulfate) is somewhat effective as an appetite suppressant but is generally not considered safe for frequent use because it is a stimulant that shares similar properties with cocaine. As a result it can cause elevations of blood pressure and rarely dangerous heart rhythm problems.

Question 5

sudden loss of appetite. no other symptoms. anxiety/depression has been under control for 3 years with 10mg prozac (fluoxetine) rx. could it be a new side effect?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Nothing is impossible w/ side effects for psychotropics, but not likely. However, you might be ready to try to taper off Prozac (fluoxetine). I hate the idea of forever for a drug like that. If you've not done some therapy, you might want to try a bit to feel secure as you get off the meds. Best!

Question 6

is appetite loss a symptom of endocarditis ?

Accepted Answer

Possible. : Endocarditis is an infection and that can cause appetite changes. The infection is of valves and this can cause valvular dysfunction and heart failure, heart murmurs, arrythmias.  Blood clots can develop on the valve and then be sent into to blood system. Stroke and other systemic signs of clot possible. However, early infection can be asymptomatic and associated with constitutional symptoms only.

Question 7

gas whenever i eat, then urge to use bathroom which leads to appetite loss.  all week feeling like this.   what can i do for relief?   already seen dr

Accepted Answer

Gas: Avoid spicy and leguminous  food. Try avoiding milk for a few days and see whether it makes a difference.

Question 8

how effective is coriander for treating appetite loss?

Accepted Answer

Works for me.: spices do not have a particular chemical effect to increase appetite BUT if you associate them with pleasant foods in the past they will be a trigger to eat. Certainly tasty food works better. It's mostly triggers to eat, or habits, or sometimes medical conditions (depression, diabetes, infections, cancer, thyroid) that keep people from eating or gaining weight.

Question 9

does provigil cause appetite loss?

Accepted Answer

Not typically: Although taste and nausea related side effects can impact eating, weight or appetite loss has not been a major outcome of using Provigil (modafinil).

For more information:
http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0000196/.

Question 10

what are the causes of severe appetite loss in elderly people?

Accepted Answer

Elderly loss of appe: Lack of interest in food due to change in taste buds, depression, lack of energy to cook, deteriorating health, medication side-effects, to name a few.

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I've been really health conscious recently to the point where it is impacting me physically (appetite loss, confusion, etc) what can i do to stop it?

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Does prozac (fluoxetine) lead to weight loss because of the change in neurotransmitters? after stopping does the drug change things around or can the brain go back

A member asked:

Does stopping prozac (fluoxetine) suddenly (low to moderate dose) cause major long term consequences, such as brain damage and iq loss?

A member asked:

Is ephedrine safe as a wt loss aid to help suppress appetite? only 20 lbs to lose as my bmi is just over avg. i take prozac (fluoxetine). need appetite self contro

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Sudden loss of appetite. no other symptoms. anxiety/depression has been under control for 3 years with 10mg prozac (fluoxetine) rx. could it be a new side effect?

A member asked:

Is appetite loss a symptom of endocarditis ?

A member asked:

Gas whenever i eat, then urge to use bathroom which leads to appetite loss. all week feeling like this. what can i do for relief? already seen dr

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How effective is coriander for treating appetite loss?

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Does provigil cause appetite loss?

A member asked:

What are the causes of severe appetite loss in elderly people?

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