Question 1

How long does it take to lose weight gained while taking zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to weight loss, everyone is different. There is no set time course. The speed at which one loses weight depends on the strategies that are undertaken to lose the weight.  Underlying health status & medication will also affect the speed of weight loss. If you are interested in pursuing weight loss, then a virtual or in person visit is recommended to discuss your specific case.

Question 2

Why cant i lose weight gained after stopping zyprexa, after three years? i know that its the pill because i stopped abilify and the weight started to come off. i lost 60 pounds?

Accepted Answer

Weight = calories eaten/drank -calories burned.  Use the app Cronometer to see what you are eating and burning and the reason for weight gain will be clear. Almost always more calories goin in than

being burned.

Question 3

I've been on a lot of antipsychotics gained weight when off i lose weight i'm being winged off zyprexa (olanzapine) are there any that don't cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

Geodon (ziprasidone) and Abilify are great options to discuss with your doctor. Good luck

Question 4

I am on 5mg zyprexa for sleep i gained weight when off psychotics i lose weight np gave it to me are there non weight gain meds? i heard of lunesta (eszopiclone)

Accepted Answer

Prescription hypnotics all carry the risk of dependency. You may try over the counter Melatonin 3-9 mg in the evening. It is natural and safe.

Question 5

I had a brain surgery last july and i used zyprexa (olanzapine) and tegretol daily until this january.i gained a lot of weight. will i lose weight as im off meds?

Accepted Answer

You could lose weight when off these medicines, especially if you increase your exercise and attend to a healthy food plan.  Talk with your doctors about this; they'll likely have more personalized recommendations for you than we're able to provide without knowing you.  Good luck to you.

Question 6

I am on 5mg zyprexa (olanzapine) i lose weight when off of antipsychotics will ga medicaid cover dietitian? are there other sleep meds that won't cause weight gain

Accepted Answer

Zyprexa (olanzapine) isn't usually used for sleep alone. It's an antipsychotic with potential side effects [like weight gain] best avoided unless you truly need its antipsychotic activity.  It's important for you ; your doctor to determine why you're having sleep problems.  Maintain good sleep hygiene -- for tips, see http://tinyurl.Com/lpcwhxt  covered medicaid services differ between states -- ask locally.

Question 7

Will i lose weight if i reduce my zyprexa (olanzapine) dosage?

Accepted Answer

Weight gain on zyprexa, (olanzapine) you will likely still need to work at weight loss if you stop it or decrease the dose. Eat healthfully ; be physically active. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Calories burned must > calories consumed.  Do both cardio ; weight training.

Question 8

Will i lose weight of i reduce my zyprexa (olanzapine) dosage from 20mg to 10mg?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can try reducing dose to 10 mg for 2 weeks and then 5 mg for 2 weeks and then even stop the medicine if do not see recurrence of system. Make sure you are working with a counselor or working with a friend or family to observe any negative symptoms during taper. Also try to drink plenty of water and avoid juices with too much sugar and artificial sweeteners.

Question 9

What is a weight neutral antipsychotic? i used to take geodon (ziprasidone) i could lose weight on it doc said dangerous with my meds now on zyprexa for mood, sleep

Accepted Answer

cause rapid weight gain and high cholesterol levels, and they may increase the risk of diabetes. To be completely honest, Geodon (ziprasidone) affects people differently. It has been known to cause weight gain in some, but weight loss in others.

Question 10

Doctors always say to eat healthy and exercise to lose weight after antipsychotics. i stopped abilify and the weight started to come off naturally. this didnt happen with zyprexa. why?

Accepted Answer

Most likely reason is you are fewer calories and or exercised more. Use the app Cronometer to track both and see.

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Why cant i lose weight gained after stopping zyprexa, after three years? i know that its the pill because i stopped abilify and the weight started to come off. i lost 60 pounds?

I've been on a lot of antipsychotics gained weight when off i lose weight i'm being winged off zyprexa (olanzapine) are there any that don't cause weight gain?

I am on 5mg zyprexa for sleep i gained weight when off psychotics i lose weight np gave it to me are there non weight gain meds? i heard of lunesta (eszopiclone)

I had a brain surgery last july and i used zyprexa (olanzapine) and tegretol daily until this january.i gained a lot of weight. will i lose weight as im off meds?

I am on 5mg zyprexa (olanzapine) i lose weight when off of antipsychotics will ga medicaid cover dietitian? are there other sleep meds that won't cause weight gain

Will i lose weight if i reduce my zyprexa (olanzapine) dosage?

Will i lose weight of i reduce my zyprexa (olanzapine) dosage from 20mg to 10mg?

What is a weight neutral antipsychotic? i used to take geodon (ziprasidone) i could lose weight on it doc said dangerous with my meds now on zyprexa for mood, sleep

Doctors always say to eat healthy and exercise to lose weight after antipsychotics. i stopped abilify and the weight started to come off naturally. this didnt happen with zyprexa. why?

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