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How do i keep myself safe from olanzapine side effects? how to stop gaining weight and also lower my cholesterol level?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

I refer all my: Patients who develop weight gain on psychotropic medications to a nutritionist for education, monitoring and help. Regular physical activity (exercise) is also important.

Answered 3/15/2014

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