Posted by lauram on February 16, 2004, at 21:23:58
In reply to Re: So Many Meds, So Little Time: double weight gain?, posted by rainyday on February 16, 2004, at 8:37:01
Since starting Depakote nine months ago I have gained 30 pounds. I have been told that this med often causes weight gain which is something I am willing to put up with if it improves my BP2 moods. My Pdoc is switching me to Lamictal which is supposedly weight neutral. I too look in the mirror and hate what I see. I have never had this problem so it is quite an issue for me.
I am willing to put up with this though if it means my moods will level out. There seem to more medications coming out that may not cause as much weight gain. I will let you know how it goes when I stop my Depakote. Hang in there. Good mental health to you.
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