Posted by ChrisK on June 5, 2000, at 16:11:51
In reply to Risperadal and appetite, posted by Mary B on June 5, 2000, at 14:51:07
Mary B.,
To start I wish the best for your father. I went through an episode with my father and Cancer.
I have taken Risperidal in the past and it left me very sedated and not in the mood for any food.
Zyprexa is an anti-psychotic that has a reputation for putting on weight (and yes I do take it daily). It can be a replacement for Risperidal. It tends to lead to a little bit of cravings for carbohydrates.
It's just an idea. Maybe he would react better to it.
Chris
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