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I gained over 30 kilos over the last few years caused by medicine that im taking, im taking setraline and olanzapine please help i really want to lose?

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Zoloft (sertraline) and Zyprexa: Can both cause weight gain, especially if depression is interfering with appetite and the meds are working. Chances are if this is the case any of the medications that work to offset your depression will do the same. This can be combated with lifestyle changes and occasionally agents that promote weight loss can be used under physician's close supervision (I hope this helps)

Answered 5/18/2016

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Dr. Terrence Bethea answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Olanzapine weight: Some drugs have shown efficacy preventing/reducing weight gain (metformin, amantadine) but it's been difficult to find a medicine that helps people lose weight they've already gained. Modest calorie reduction (200-300 kcal) that can be maintained as a lifestyle change will help over time. See if your health plan covers a nutrition consultation. Most doctors aren't very good.

Answered 11/27/2017

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