Posted by AB Jones on February 18, 2004, at 12:30:34
In reply to Re: My zonegran experience - anyone else? » CollBell, posted by Emme on January 1, 2004, at 20:13:46
I have been diagnosed with PTSD but it seems my doctors are treating my symptoms rather than addressing my problem. I am on a VERY heavy regimen of medicines to date. My treatment began about 7 years ago.
I also have a Sulfa allergy but have had no reaction from using Zonegram. My doctor has gradually increased my dosage to 300mg/day and I still have had no negative reactions. I am also taking 300mg of Wellbutrin/day as well as lithium, resperdol, neurotin, and clonazepam. My newest addition to my medication list is Abilify (10mg/day to be increased to 15mg over the next two weeks.) I have not been taking this one long enough to report anything positive or negative, which I suppose is a good thing.
I have gained a serious amount of weight over the years (although I am not considered obese). My doctors are working with me to alter my medications in hope that I will be able to lose this extra weight. I have developed a very low self-image because of the weight. I'm wondering if anyone else has had a similar reaction to medications and what if anything will get rid of these extra pounds I am carrying around. I have tried literally everything on the market for weight loss but it seems as long as I have to take these "psychotropic" meds I am fighting a losing battle. I would rather be slim and have "problems" than overweight with the same problems. The Zonegram is supposed to help with weght loss but I have had no success there. Has anyone else?
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