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A member asked:
Is latuda likely to cause akathisia insomnia or weight gain? i have a lot of weight gain from taking zyprexa but it seems to be effective for voices.
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Yes, commonly: Those side effects are commonly reported w/ Latuda - so if you are having good symptom control now it may be your best option to continue BUT definitely discuss options w/ your Dr and perhaps dose reduction or diet changes or extra proper exercise plans can help. I admire your approach to your treatment - so should your Dr. It's good to be a team!
Answered 9/15/2016
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Latuda: Akathisia & extrapyramidal symptoms are dose-related with Latuda. 1% to 10% of people who take Latuda experience weight gain or a drop or an increase in appetite. Insomnia may occur in up to 11% of patients. Up to 89.4% of patient's gain weight with zyprexa. All of these stats are from Drugs.Com.
Answered 11/28/2017
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