Posted by JohnL on September 21, 2001, at 17:22:02
In reply to Going off Zyprexa ..can you help?, posted by Collete on September 19, 2001, at 2:57:01
Hi Collette,
Hey, I got a good idea. How about you eat a carrot and drink a glass of water before you eat?:-) Just kidding.
Have donuts instead.
Seriously, I know that appetite you are talking about. I can say though, at least for me, that most of that went away probably around week 6 or week 8, or so. The weight gain also leveled off and then I ended up losing all I had gained without trying real hard. Other people though say the weight gain is a continuing problem that doesn't let up. I guess it's different for everyone. Too bad though, because apparently the medicine was helping you. It would have been nice if the doc could have prescribed something to reverse that side effect.
As others have already mentioned, low dose Risperdal (.25mg to 1.00mg per day), or Geodon, are probably the best options. If you could get a prescription to send overseas, you could do real well with Amisulpride or Sulpiride.
Go ahead, have some donuts. Just eat a carrot and drink a glass of water first, OK? :-)
John> I am going to have to try something else besides Zyprexa. This is sad because I really feel so well with this medication, but I can NOT bear this amazing appetite...I am eating us out of house and home I have already gained ten pounds and there is no satisfying this constant hunger and the craving.( I love ya John L, but don't suggest that I eat a carrot or drink a glass of water to "fill me up"). What I would like to learn is the best way to get off this drug as well as some suggestions for another one to try. Thank you all for your support, Collette
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