Weight Questions (Page 43)

High Blood Pressure - Hi I am taking lisinopril/hctz 20-12.5 and Toprol XL 100 and recently my BP is

... going sky high and they upped my Lisinopril to double the dose still isn't going down much. My weight is good, I exercise and eat healthy. I was wondering if a recent injury I had to my arm/shoulder when using pain pills could have caused this spike? I was on them for quite a while. Approx 5... read more

Levothyroxine makes me gained weight?

I was diagnosed of hyperthyroidism year 2009, I've had the thyroid iodine treatment right after and had 50mcg levothyroxine and 10mcg liothyroxine medicines since then. Weight gain was not an issue until last year, I am 5 feet tall and a 110 pounds but now, my weight gain is going up like crazy. I... read more

Does spironolactone cause weight gain?

I am on 100 mg of spironolactone for hair loss and I am noticing bulges of fat in places I've never had them before! My thighs are oddly shaped and my face is swollen like a balloon! Anyone else have this happen?

How is it after stopping Victoza? Any further ideas on the possible Pancreatic inflammation?

Two main side effects are weight loss and possible Pancreatic Inflammation, or possible Thyroid cancer! I'm curious to know how is it working after we stop the drug: is it sustainable? Also, any instances of pancreatic inflammation? What was the solution for that?

Metoprolol tartrate - How can I lose weight while taking metoprolol?

Will something like a Nutri System plan work. I have two bad knees so exercise is limited

Does switching from Invega or discontinuing it help with weight lost?

I was on Invega for 5 months, in those 5 months I gained 35 pounds which has effected the quality of life. I was thinking how much I rather be dead, would cry everyday, it invaded my thoughts all day. I really want to try ability again but my doctor said it didn't work after trying it for a month.... read more

Has anyone experienced weight gain from meloxicam?

Has anyone gained weight on meloxicam ? I am on it for my pain in my shoulder.

What are other options instead of Lyrica? Does Lyrica really cause weight gain?

I had 3 back surgeries in 1 month due to disc herniation L4 L5 and narrowing of spinal canal where nerves travel. The first surgery wasn't successful they went back second time but during the surgery I got infected and was on antibiotics orally and also through pic line for 12 weeks. I've had... read more

Topiramate - Topamax Weight Loss...a second time?

I took Topamax for well over a year and I lost a lot of weight. Unfortunately, when the dose was increased, I started to gain weight. Does anyone know if you can lose weight with Topamax a second time?

Can I gain weight from taking Vagifem?

Can I expect weight gain from taking Vagifem

Always hungry while on Nexplanon?

Okay so I know weight gain and hunger is a side effect of Nexplanon. But I am always hungry. Literally. Like I could be eating something and it's like I'm not even eating because I'm still hungry. Even after a full meal. Could it be something else or is that normal while taking Nexplanon. Opinions... read more

When stopping Victoza suddenly will you get headaches?

I only took Victoza for about 6 days and my sugars dropped so low it sent me to the ER. My doctor prescribed for more weight loss when my A1C was already at 6.6. I was already taking 1000 metformin x2 a day. My sugars are still all over from stopping 3 days ago and my head splitting. Is that normal?

Saxenda - I have been on Saxenda for over a week now and am eating less than 1400 calories a day....

... and my weight hasn't decreased and I feel heavy even though I go to the gym

I started taking Celebrex 200mg. I have noticed weight gain & water retention. Is this normal?

Is it safe to take levothyroxine and diet pills such as Phenq?

I am on 50 mg of levothyroxine and am struggling to lose weight. Can I take diet supplements such as phenq?