Posted by stresser on June 28, 2005, at 13:18:48
In reply to Re: Bipolar 2?, posted by Fionamck on June 26, 2005, at 22:54:18
Topomax does not make us gain weight. In fact; in can have the opposite effect on some people, and can make them lose weight. Some peole lose quite a bit, and really like the medication because of that reason. I think most pdocs stay away from it because it's not used as a "first choice". My daughter was dealing with a binge eating disorder, and she was put on it alone because she didn't want to gain weight. The doctore added Trileptal two months ago, and that has been weight neutral also. Some people are freightend of Topomax, but it hasn't had a negative effect on either of us. She is taking 300mg, and it has caused her hair to fall out in the shower. (that is the only issue)
Now...about working out that body! I don't think there is anything that can make you feel better about yourself than doing just that. Cardio is very important, and if you aren't doing any at all, 30 minutes per day, three or four days per week is great! Resistance training twice a week to start out would also be great, and then work up to three times per week. The more muscle you have, the faster your metabolism burns fat. You will start feeling better about yourself on the inside, as well as the outside. You will be proud of yourself! Hand in there, I know you can!-L
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