Posted by Racer on March 24, 2008, at 9:01:08
In reply to Re: Medications to mitigate weight gain, posted by jms600 on March 23, 2008, at 15:29:29
As far as I'm aware, it has less to do with the H2 inhibition, and more to do with the effects of the drugs: The stomach irritation some of these medications cause can be mistaken for hunger by some people, and the irritated stomach can be soothed by food for most people. To the extent that weight gain comes from increased appetite and/or increased intake of calories, these medications can help.
I know they help me. I freaked out over increased appetite on some medication, and told my pdoc I wouldn't continue it unless my appetite got under control. This is what he recommended I try until my next appointment, and it's been very helpful.
Hope that helps, and hope it works for others, too.
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