Only logged in members can reply and interact with the post.
Join SimilarWorlds for FREE »

I Have Schizoaffective Disorder

I take one 100mg tablet of Clozapine and it’s like eating 1500 calories! Each day on top of my diet and exercise I gain 1-3 lbs every few weeks! How do I stop gaining weight?

Top | Newest First | Oldest First

canusernamebemyusername · M

Sadly that can be a side effect. But unless you want to try a med with possible different effects it is something you have to live with:(. Have you tried any other AP's?

saintsong · 41-45, F

Yes I’ve tried respiradone latuda invega and many more short term but nothing worked@canusernamebemyusername I also have to go in for blood work every two weeks to check on my white blood cell count cause if it drops I could die from an infection plus it’s the worst drug for weight gain

canusernamebemyusername · M

@saintsong Have you tried the newer ones that are dopamine agonists like Rexulti or Abilify?

badgay · 36-40, F

At 1500 calories. That alone is hard for most people. just try to keep a sound mind and not stress your illness. You had a long road so far don't lose track of whats most important. Remember this beast is ugly and mean to us. Wish you the best.

Threepio

IDK but the same thing happens with Depakote and Seroquel. They both make you crave carbs at night and you know what happens then right... weight.

Unfortunately weight gain is a common side effect of all the psychotropic meds.

Butterflykisses24 · 51-55, F

I lost weight on that but Dr said too dangerous to stay on long term.

raysam363 · 31-35, F

Many psychiatric medications have either a weight gain or weight loss effect. If possible, exercise more and eat better, but it's an uphill battle.

saintsong · 41-45, F

I drink ice water eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables count my calories on MyFitnessPal and exercise and cut down on my coffee and sugar!

Add a comment...