GreenGal Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Hello, Just saw my pdoc today and he'd like me to consider taking Seroquel. I really don't want to because of the potential for weight gain. I've just been diagnosed with BPD and narcissistic personality disorder (mild apparently) and I'm very concerned about my weight. I spent most of my life being overweight and am finally down to a good size (thanks to an ED) and I just can't bear the thought of putting on weight. I'd seriously rather suffer. So, my question is...are there any APs that DON'T cause weight gain? Or hardly ever do? Thanks, Kelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batou Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Greengal, I started Seroquel about a month ago and I have not gained any weight. But as always YMMV everyone is unique concerning how we respond to medication and to any specific side effects. There is a thread below that talks about Seroquel and members' experience concerning weight gain. As for APs and weight gain, Abilify and Geodon are said to least likely to cause weight gain. Zyprexa is the most notoriuos for weight gain. If you are struggling with an ED please check out the Eating Disorders board. Erika Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastafarian Posted October 26, 2005 Share Posted October 26, 2005 tell your doctor what YOU want when he prescribes pills. I've given my doctor a number of criterio of what i don't want in a side effect, mostly cognitive dulling and sleepiness. I just can't handle not being able to think. My doctor knows this is important to me. If weight is that important, then make an appointment and tell him your concerns. You do get a choice as to what meds you take. Tell him you'd rather exhaust other options before trying one that is more likely to cause weight gain, and ask what options are appropriate. Erika seems quite helpful in giving some possibilities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antipeople Posted October 26, 2005 Share Posted October 26, 2005 FWIW, Risperdal has not made me gain weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
invictus61101 Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Risperdal did not make me gain weight. It actually made me lose weight. It also made me psychotic though, so... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 I don't think that Seroquel has been a weight gainer for me (I take other things that definately are). It has also been a really good medication for me -- I've been very pleased with the results. The people around me recognize the positive effects as well. In terms of gaining weight, Erika is right about Zyprexa being very bad for that. I think I gained on it without even eating. Fiona Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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