Question 1

does hydroxychloroquine cause weight gain what the heck are these ansrs my doctor gave th is to me for pain give me a straight answer please ?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: This medication is usually intended for the treatment of inflammation and pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or other similar disorders. It's use must be closely monitored by the physician, and any questions or lack of understanding should be directed to the doctor. It is not likely to cause weight gain.

Question 2

does cymbalta (duloxetine) combined with plaquenil cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

Cymbals : Cymbalta (duloxetine) causes weight gain in a very small number of patients.  This would not change if combined with plaquenil.

Question 3

can plaquenil cause weight gain? i'm also on lexapro, (escitalopram) depo provera, opermetazole, and whelchol

Accepted Answer

No: No it cannot but some of your other meds can.

Question 4

does plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) for sle lupus  make you gain weight?

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No: If you are also taking or had been taking steroids, the steroids will.

Question 5

dx w/ lcv- plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) and colcrys kept at bay. i've gained weight & considered "obese"-began w/flares again. can that be a factor?

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LCV: Rx Issues: The issue with Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) is not your total weight, but your lean body mass (lbm). You may weigh 160 lbs, but your lbm might be only 120. The less the lbm, the greater the danger of Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) toxicity, including retinal and liver problems. This is a complex problem, and you should definitely seek immediate evaluation by your provider and follow up to avoid exacerbating your vasculitis or eye probs.

Question 6

weight gain program?

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And?: Are you looking for one?  Why?  What is your goal?  Do you have a medical problem?

Question 7

weight gain after valleyfever?

Accepted Answer

Possible.: This is not a feature of the disease itself, but may accompany any protracted illness.  You may have lost some weight with the illness for a variety of reasons and are now regaining to your norm.  If wt gain is excessive see you doc.

Question 8

what are some weight gain foods?

Accepted Answer

Foods to help with: Healthy weight gain: almonds, cashews, pecans, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, walnuts, hummus,  avocadoes, granola, trail mix, dried fruits, extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, protein shakes, protein bars, lean meats, poultry, fish, smoothies (with added silken tofu or powdered milk),  greek yogurt (full –fat), pasta/ bagels & use of juice rather than soda. Some people add whey proteins.

Question 9

what weight gain milkshake to use?

Accepted Answer

Basics: Drink more milk and eat well. Avoid unhealthy foods.

Question 10

what are the tests for weight gain?

Accepted Answer

Fairly obvious: To see if there is weight gain simply using a scale works well. You might mean why someone gained weight, generally looking and talking determines the answer. Sometimes getting someone to write down everything they eat is needed but not generally that hard.

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