Posted by ed_uk2010 on May 9, 2010, at 7:26:01
In reply to tomorrow i see the p doc 6 month check, posted by manic666 on May 9, 2010, at 3:47:06
Hello Manic,
I think you should ask for some sertraline 50mg tablets to take instead of citalopram. You can then adjust the dose either to 50mg/day or 100mg/day depending on what suits you best.
It's often difficult to know whether or not SSRIs are contributing to weight gain because the weight gain is usually quite gradual. Some meds (such as Zyprexa) can cause weight gain so quickly that the cause it obvious. Since you're already doing plenty of exercise, perhaps it would help to make some changes to your diet. Your doctor will probably make some suggestions. Regular portions of oily fish such as salmon and mackerel are good for the heart, for depression and for arthritis.
Glucosamine sulphate 1500mg per day is sometimes helpful for arthritis of the knees. You can take it as a single daily dose for convenience. There are some inexpensive brands available as most pharmacies and supermarkets. The dose should be 1500mg per day for arthritis, lower doses are only suitable for people who do not already have arthritis.
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