Posted by Krissy P on March 12, 2003, at 7:55:59
In reply to Zyprexa, weight gain--Maybe hope., posted by Gabbix2 on March 12, 2003, at 0:44:42
Hi, I am very interested in how the Glucophage doesfor you. How did you manage to talk your doc into letting you go on it?
Please reply, Thanks:-)
Kristen
==================================================================================================> Zyprexa does affect both appetite and metabolism.
> A couple of recent studies have shown that Axid A.C can lessen the risk of weight gain, as it binds to the H2 receptors, Glucophage a medication for Type 2 diabetes, also has been thought to work, and some Dr's are prescribing it to prevent Zyprexa weight gain, or to help patients lose the weight.
>
> I recently started Zyprexa and after many years and many medications I'd have to say its been a miracle for me. I'm only taking a small dose, but I refuse to take risks with my weight.
> I managed to get my Dr to prescribe Glucophage for me and I will let you know if it works.
>
> Also I will try and find the links to the studies
> or you can just Google with Zyprexa and Glucophage in the search, and the article is in the top 3 results I think.
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> Good luck.
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