Posted by SLS on December 10, 2002, at 18:03:18
In reply to Re: Someone please tell me how I am gaining weight, posted by SLS on December 10, 2002, at 17:42:39
Regarding Zyprexa and weight gain:
Zyprexa is a potent histamine H1 receptor antagonist, as are drugs like Sinequan and Remeron. All of these drugs are notorious for extreme weight gain. Histamine acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain and serves to reduce hunger. Blocking its receptors leads to continual hunger and bingeing.
I find that I can reduce my intake of food with Zyprexa by eating controlled portions and leaving the table wanting more. It isn't long before a feeling of fullness and satisfaction arrives. It seems that Zyprexa prevents feelings of satiation as one progresses through a meal. There is a time delay of sorts. A few days ago, I binged on 8 chocolate donuts. I probably would have been satisfied with one if I had only waited ten minutes. I don't know how much of the weight gain produced by Zyprexa is due to increased food intake versus decreased metabolism.
Someone I know said that she is having success controlling her weight by using the drug, amantadine (Symmetrel).
Any other tricks out there?!
- Scott
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