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How can i lose weight while taking lyrica (pregabalin). i have celiac and hep c and fibro i exercise and glutton free diet?
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Losing weight: To lose weight, get ur resting metabolism rate done(weight loss centers do this). This determines the total number of calories you need to lose 1-2lbs/week. Decreasing 500cal/day will give you a 1lb wt loss in 1wk; drink water (1/2 your body weight), eat small meals about 150-200cal 2-4x/(depending on your metabolism rate) and 500cal/meal at night: lean protein/veggies; avoid carbs, .
Answered 5/5/2013
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Not impossible: First if you have severe weight gain with Lyrica try savella, (milnacipran) Neurontin or cymbalta. See your doctor for very carefully graded aerobic exercise program. Above all else be patient first stabilize your wait and pain then gradually reduce.
Answered 6/30/2014
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