Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

How long does it take to lose weight once you are no longer on zyprexa (olanzapine)? i am bipolar and weigh 189 i used to weigh 125. this is very stressful. i am still taking lithium 750mg once aday.

Accepted Answer

Everyone is different in this regard but if the weight came on with the zyprexa, (olanzapine) in my experience with patients,  it comes off over 1-2 months after you stop it. Working on cutting down on calories, not drinking caloric beverages (like regular pop, juices, etc) and regular physical activity should help.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

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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

How long does it take to lose weight once you are no longer on zyprexa (olanzapine)? i am bipolar and weigh 189 i used to weigh 125. this is very stressful. i am still taking lithium 750mg once aday.

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

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

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