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See what Gabapentin users say about weight gain. Out of 2570 reviews, 97 (3.8%) mention weight gain. Read firsthand experiences. All ima say is I was told gabapentin has a very low chance of causing serious weight gain, if you notice any weight gain just try to monitor your intake of food first to see if it’s that if it isn’t try monitoring your water intake, that’s the best I can say. I'm sorry you are dealing with that! I'm afraid that might be the cause of your gain, although of course I have no idea. I just spoke to my cousin, she's also been on gabapentin for a while and she has gained a very considerable amount of weight even though she's chasing 3 kids 24/7 with no change in eating habits. Anyone else experiencing weight gain because of this pill? I'm almost totally free of side effects of gabapentin since coming off it nov17 . Once I came off it,I lost the weight fairly quickly. I haven't, but it's a common side effect. Can gabapentin make you unable to lose weight even though you’re eating less/no more than you usually do? I know how to eat healthily and lost a lot of weight this way previously so not looking for diet tips. Short answer: yes. Weight gain is a known side effect of gabapentin and Lyrica. My neurologist’s office nurse said 40 lbs was typical. I was already having severe mood swings and the weight gain was pushing me to severe depression. I went off the drug, not knowing that you really, really need to titrate down carefully. First I got off Gabapentin for 6 weeks. I lost nearly 40 pounds, without doing anything. I was rapidly gaining weight on a less 800 calorie diet. I shot up from 160 to 210 in 6 months. I adjusted my dosage to start taking less Gabapentin. I noticed eating makes the bloating and weight gain worse. How to Stop Weight Gain From Gabapentin: A Comprehensive Guide. Understanding Gabapentin and Weight Gain; Strategies to Combat Gabapentin-Related Weight Gain. 1. Consult Your Doctor; 2. Dietary Adjustments; 3. Exercise Regularly; 4. Lifestyle Modifications; 5. Monitoring and Awareness; Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 1. Welcome to /r/gabapentin, here we primarily discuss issues pertaining to the medical, prescribed use of Gabapentin, Lyrica and Phenibut, as well as other Gaba related drugs. The most common gabapentin (Neurontin) side effects are dizziness and drowsiness. This may affect your ability to drive or perform other activities. Other gabapentin side effects include edema (fluid buildup), weight gain, and eye problems, but these aren’t as common. Rare but serious gabapentin side effects include mood changes in children. 1. How much weight can I expect to gain on gabapentin? Weight gain is highly individual and varies widely. While some studies report about 5 pounds gained in 6 weeks, individual results can differ significantly, and not everyone gains weight. 2. Does gabapentin always cause weight gain? No, gabapentin doesn’t always cause weight gain. Many Gabapentin makes me a little bit hungry and it’s a little harder to get weight off but not much. The motto for Gabapentin should be “We’re different for everyone”, bcs all effects vary from one individual to the next. Gabapentin caused fluid retention and weight gain of one stone per month. The dietician stated it was not due to diet. Does gabapentin cause weight gain? I have been prescribed to take gabapentin 1-3x daily, 100mg pills for anxiety. I have taken abilify and geodon before (separately) and they both increased my appetite and made me hungry to the point that my stomach is hurting. Oh hey, I took ami for migraines and no luck but I didn't gain lots of weight on it. I was on pregab for migraines and I just stopped, the weight gain vs. reduction in migraines isn't worth. Come to think of it, the weight gain isn't an issue, it's the fact that it's SO hard to lose the weight. It's freaking impossible. More rarely, gabapentin can cause fluid buildup (edema), weight gain, and vision problems. It can also cause diarrhea. More serious (but rare) side effects include suicidal thoughts or behavior, and mood changes in children. I've gained 44 pounds/20 kg in the course of one year. The only change was that I was upped from 300mg per day to 1800mg. No change in diet, not eating any more than I did before. Therefore, I'm chalking it down to a mix of slower metabolism and water retention. Tell you what. Everyone is different - it's entirely possible gabapentin will cause weight gain and cravings. But gabapentin is also for some people with pain a miracle medication. Try it for 6 weeks and observe. If you don't see substanstial weight gain or slow in weight loss and it helps with pain, stay on it. I am on it and I like it. I’ve been on it for two months no weight gain. I just bumped up to 1200 mg 2 weeks ago. My doc said I would have seen that side effect by now if it was going to be an issue for me. I’ve actually counted calories/macros and have lost weight while on it. Yup. I am trying to wean down now because the weight gain won't stop. The Doctor says it happens to some people. Given that I'm taking it for pain, the weight gain is becoming counter productive as obvs weight adds to the pain. Gotta love a post-opioid world, right?! I only take 800 mg a day.
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