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10/08/2011 11:26 PM
dknda
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Does anyone know if it's possible to lose weight while being on bipolar medication?
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10/08/2011 11:29 PM  Top
uppitywoman
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Yes, it is. Some meds can cause weight gain. Zyprexa and I didn't get along for that reason. But I took off 55 lbs. on while on Abilify. So, yes, you can lose weight on meds. You just have to watch what you eat and exercise.
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10/09/2011 07:07 AM  Top
MsAspiring
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Yes it is possible. Increase your activity level and eat healthy balanced meals and the weight will start dropping. I believe there is a weight loss support thread over in the lounge section that you may find helpful.
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10/09/2011 09:44 AM  Top
dknda
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Thanks so much girls. You brought tears to my eyes as I'm new to this weight gain situation. I've always been quite thin so it's really getting me down. Thank you both for giving me hope x

10/09/2011 10:00 AM  Top
uppitywoman
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By the way, I failed to actually welcome you to the group!! So welcome to the group! I hope you will find the support you are looking for, I know I have. If you want/need to you can private message (PM) me or any other group leader.
With God, all things are possible

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http://uppitywomantwo.blogspot.com

Bipolar I

10mg Abilify--400mg Lamictal-90mg Cymbalta--25mg Ambien CR--200mg Topomax--30mg Temazapam--1mg Ativan as needed.


Please note that I am not a psychiatrist or psychologist. My opinions are personal only. This site is not intended to be a substitution for professional care, nor is anyone here qualified to make diagnoses.

10/09/2011 10:09 AM  Top
sarahtroy
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I just lost 18 lbs. I'm not at my goal weight, but I'm 18 lbs. closer. I've lost my weight by watching what I eat. It's definitely possible to lose weight while on bipolar meds (my meds are below, in my signature).

And a warm welcome to the group! This is a very supportive, encouraging and informative group. I'm glad you found us. We are happy to have you.

Post edited by: sarahtroy, at: 10/09/2011 10:12 AM

Bipolar II, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia & PTSD; Alcoholic in recovery since 3/21/07.

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10/09/2011 10:13 AM  Top
dknda
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Thanks so much! I'm still quite nervous about the whole bipolar thing. I may take u up on the private message if I need to at any time, thanks. By the way, I tried Abilify and it really made me feel terrible and now just started Invega, don't know if you've heard of it, I've been on it for a month now and waiting to see what side effects I'll have. I spent the whole weekend crying cause of being on a strict diet and the weight shifting very slowly but don't know if it's that that made me cry or the Invega not really working... Going to see my doctor tomorrow to get some light on the subject but please feel free to share any experiences

10/09/2011 10:15 AM  Top
dknda
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Thank you Saratroy you give me hope x

10/09/2011 10:22 AM  Top
sarahtroy
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Strict dieting hasn't worked for me because of the havoc it plays on my moods. It's hard to know what to share without knowing some specifics of your situation. How much would you like to lose? Are you a late night eater?
Bipolar II, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia & PTSD; Alcoholic in recovery since 3/21/07.

Aplenzin 522mg; Pristiq 200mg; Lamictal 400mg; Geodon 160mg; Ativan 1mg TID; Deplin 15mg; Xanax PRN; Metoprol 100mg.

• "Don't give up 5 minutes before the miracle happens."
• "My little dog - a heartbeat at my feet." ~Edith Wharton
• "Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." ~Ian MacLaren (Usually mis-attributed to Plato)
• "And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight inside the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." ~Anais Nin

My support and advice is not a replacement for medical diagnosis, treatment, or professional medical advice.

Previous discussions I participated in:
Daily Numbers Oct. 9
Why many of us are here
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10/09/2011 10:46 AM  Top
dknda
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I have another 11-12kilos to lose (26 pounds). I live in Europe where they eat really late but I try have my dinner at 7-8pm. The only way I could control my eating was to go to a dietician so I can have some direction! But I know what you mean about moodiness being on a diet... It gets me sometimes too but mostly when I see how slow I'm losing weight!
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