Question 1

i have bipolar disorder and already take bupropion. are there any mood stabilizers that have weight loss as a symptom?

Accepted Answer

As above : Mood  stabilizer  can increase weight however . There r few that less likely to do that .  Discuss with u provider. Good luck.

Question 2

what mood stabilizers \ anticonvulsives definitely don't cause hair loss or weight gain?

Accepted Answer

No definite: This varies from person to person.  It's often a matter of trial and error to find one that doesn't cause significant weight gain.  Sometimes the increased weight is only during the early phase of treatment. Also after stabilization your doctor may be able to reduce the medication to a maintenance level and reduce your weight.

Question 3

mood stabilizers that don't cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

Mood Stabilizers: Most of them do cause weight gain except perhaps topamax which is a weak mood stabilizer at best, also new generation atypical, geodon, (ziprasidone) Abilify etc.

Question 4

what is the best mood stabilizer that doesn't cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

Mood stabilizer: At the right therapeutic dose ,  topamax along with Abilify (aripiprazole) seems to work the best, at least in my experience.

Question 5

is stretch marks normal after gaining weight from a mood stabilizer?

Accepted Answer

Skin types: The cause of the weight gain would not be involved in stretch marks - Some folks have skin the creates them more readily or not. If you gained a lot - even w/o marks - you may want to find an alternative. Talk w/ Dr. and consider psychotherapy to optimize outcome and lower dose.

Question 6

are there any anti depressants or mood stabilizers that don't cause you to gain weight?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It differs for each patient. Wellbutrin can be helpful for overweight depressed patients who desire to lose weight. Topamax (topiramate) can impact appetite. Lexapro is overall considered weight neutral. However, each person responds differently to medications. You may not have weight gain with any antidepressants or mood stabilizer or you could with all of them.

Question 7

for mood disorder, are there any mood stabilizer drugs that don't cause weight gain fatigue or headache ?  already have migraines and fatigue.

Accepted Answer

Lamictal: Lamictal usually doesn't but you have to go on it slowly to avoid a rash & if you miss a days dose you have to start over with the dosing--most pts like it however.

Question 8

trying to find a mood stabilizer bipolar-depression med that does not make you gain weight i've tried zyprexa saphris (asenapine)  and latuda?

Accepted Answer

Lithium: Consider lithium, and speak to your doctor about it.  Lithium is a tried, tested and proven mood stabiliser.  It has some limitations, which include toxicity at high levels and thyroid dysfunction, but it does not cause weight gain.  Its level will need to be monitored periodically.  It may be a reasonable choice.  Do discuss it with your doctor.

Question 9

i look 6 mo pregnant. looked this way few years. after having twins lost all weight but then got on bipolar, antidepressant, mood stabilizer meds. the weight began to pile on. from 130 to 205. is it the meds? what kind of doc to see, already saw pcp?

Accepted Answer

Probably med SE: Many of the medications used for bipolar disorder cause wt gain-there are some that cause less than others.  I would suggest a nutritionist and possibly a personal trainer. Need regular exercise and may do better on an anti-inflammatroy diet, avoid dairy, grains and sugar, cause inflammation in the body  and some people tend to be unable to control their eating/appetite when eating them .

Question 10

can joining a gym help your weight loss rut and mood?

Accepted Answer

Exercise can help: Exercise has been shown to have a profound effect on mood and on motivation. Joining a gym is an excellent first step as long as you actually go to the gym. Although exercise will help with weight loss, by itself it is not adequate so you need to pay attention to your calories and the types of food you eat. Exercise may also help with your motivation on your diet. Good luck.

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I have bipolar disorder and already take bupropion. are there any mood stabilizers that have weight loss as a symptom?

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Mood stabilizers that don't cause weight gain?

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What is the best mood stabilizer that doesn't cause weight gain?

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Is stretch marks normal after gaining weight from a mood stabilizer?

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Are there any anti depressants or mood stabilizers that don't cause you to gain weight?

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For mood disorder, are there any mood stabilizer drugs that don't cause weight gain fatigue or headache ? already have migraines and fatigue.

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Trying to find a mood stabilizer bipolar-depression med that does not make you gain weight i've tried zyprexa saphris (asenapine) and latuda?

A member asked:

I look 6 mo pregnant. looked this way few years. after having twins lost all weight but then got on bipolar, antidepressant, mood stabilizer meds. the weight began to pile on. from 130 to 205. is it the meds? what kind of doc to see, already saw pcp?

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Can joining a gym help your weight loss rut and mood?

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