Zyprexa and Increased Appetite: What Users Say (Page 2)

• tyh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 24, 2021

For Depression "It isn't a joke when people say that this is weight gain in a pill. I was constantly hungry, like I could eat a horse. Pretty sure I developed an eating disorder too. No positive effects, and the cherry on top-the withdrawal was an absolute disaster."

• Bet...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 24, 2021

For Major Depressive Disorder "I had an episode of major depressive disorder and was given this med. I weighed 154 and have never had a weight problem. Within about 6-8 months, I gained 60 pounds! It increases your appetite but also slows your metabolism by a lot. At the higher doses, I had stomach issues like diarrhea daily. I had bad nausea 90% of every day and lived on ginger. We’ve been lowering it now very slowly for a few months, and I completely stopped it 2 weeks ago. The side effects are terrible. I’ve missed so much work as I’ve had horrible migraines, weakness, shakiness, etc. This is a horrible medication!!!"

• kel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 27, 2022

For Bipolar Disorder "I'm on a relatively low dose, and it's only been a few weeks, but I am starting to see benefits from this drug. My only negative comment is the fact that I do have a bit of an appetite increase... haven't gained weight yet, though (granted I am already a bit overweight from all the other psych meds I take). I was discharged from the hospital after a manic/mixed episode and suicide attempt. I have to say that I am feeling a lot better on Zyprexa when in combo with my other meds (Note: I take several meds for various psych issues-- Depakote ER [bipolar], Requip [restless legs], Concerta [ADHD], Effexor XR [depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD], Clonidine [anxiety, ADHD]). Here's to hoping I don't gain weight and that I can stay stable on a low dosage in combo with my other meds!"

• I_K...
• August 17, 2009

"Took a very low dose. Great for sleep, but I experienced a significant increase in appetite, which led to a 30 lbs weight gain in 1 and 1/2 months. Switched to Seroquel at 100 mg, and appetite returned to normal."

• tlb...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 28, 2022

For Bipolar Disorder "Significant impairment of cognition, significant drowsiness, hugely increased appetite, and a lot of weight gain (+15 kg) was my experience with Olanzapine as maintenance therapy. For depression, it had almost no effect, and I can say there are definitely much better options out there, although it works well and quickly in stopping a manic episode. Because of the drowsiness, impaired cognition, and significant weight gain, I don't recommend it. In all, I was on it for about eight months. Seroquel is not much better and feels very similar. I have since found Latuda to be far superior as a maintenance treatment, especially if you need a sharp mind in order to function and don't want to gain weight."

• whe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 6, 2013

For Depression "Feeling heaps better about life and a lot calmer. Only thing is I feel hungry all the time and have put on 4 kilos in one week! Don't know what to do about that..."

• Anonymous
• January 18, 2012

For Depression "Worked well for depression. Didn't make me sleepy but always hungry."

• med...
• January 9, 2009

For Bipolar Disorder "It's a good drug if you can maintain your weight while on it. For some reason, it really makes you hungry. It also makes you sleepy, but has helped my bipolar disorder well."

• cor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 1, 2016

For Bipolar Disorder "Stops dead on track those manic/depressive crisis moments. And I love the hunger it gives me. Great pill for me. My AP of choice. Always take this with 0.5 or 1 mg of clonazepam. :-)"

• ger...
• March 24, 2013

For Schizoaffective Disorder "Medication was effective in treating symptoms but caused increased appetite, resulting in extreme weight gain (over 40 pounds)."

• Anonymous
• June 20, 2009

For Bipolar Disorder "I am taking Zyprexa for bipolar. Haven't really had any side effects except for increased appetite."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 24, 2012

For Schizoaffective Disorder "Very good so far. Not nearly as sedating as Seroquel. Maybe a little more hungry, but also much more active, cycling, long walks, etc., which is good."

• Neu...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 5, 2018

For Schizophrenia "I liked Zyprexa, it helped me sleep. But boy, did I get hungry when it kicked in, and fat!"

• Ann...
• July 20, 2021

For Bipolar Disorder "I think it causes weight gain. I'm over 170 pounds. Can't seem to lose. I get hungry often."