Posted by Quirky Blossom on October 27, 2003, at 0:34:00
In reply to Re: Weight gain and risperdal...very upset!! » Shannon00, posted by Essence on August 9, 2003, at 18:25:30
I too have been taking Risperdal and have gained about ten pounds. This is particularly upsetting to me because I lost 35 pounds on weight watchers and have kept it off for over two years. I attributed my weight gain to stress but decided to look at other changes as well. The only other change that has taken place is my taking .5 mg of risperdal every night before bedtime. I have not talked to my doctor about it but have an appointment on Tuesday. But after reading all of your testimonys, I refuse to take it any more. The major stressors are gone and I was just taking it as a mood stabilizer. If my Dr. still wants me on one, I suppose I will ask him to put me on Topamax instead. THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR POSTINGS! I AGREE IT IS THE MEDICATION AND I REFUSE TO BE PORKY AGAIN.
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