Posted by RetiredYoung on May 29, 2005, at 9:39:08
In reply to Re: Weight gain on symbyax, posted by Rocketgrrl on May 28, 2005, at 22:35:08
Hello. I've been taking Symbyax 6/50 for almost three weeks now. I've gained a couple of pounds, but I'm not sure if it's fat or water retention (both types of gains are potential side effects). Of greater concern to me than the actual gain in weight and waist girth, is the diabetes and cholestorol risks associated (possibly) with the weight gain.
The "problem" is for me, that the Symbyax is working extremely well for my treatment-resistant depression. I'm going to stick with it for now and try to keep an eye on things.
Here are two links that might be helpful for you:
http://www.psycheducation.org/hormones/Insulin/weightgain.htm
http://www.crazymeds.org/WeightEffects.htm
Jim
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