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Does Mirapex Cause Weight Gain And An Increased Appetite?
I am gaining weight on Mirapex. My appetite has also increased. I am taking Mirapex because my dopamine level is quite low which has caused depression probably for many years. Is there any other dopamine agonist that does not have weight gain and sexual side effects, which Mirapex does for me?
Mon, 30 Jul 2018
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Mirapex can cause the weight gain and the swelling. If this is the case, you can try decreasing the dose, but in my experience, this usually results in a sub optimal control and it is often best to change the drug.
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Mirapex can cause the weight gain and the swelling. If this is the case, you can try decreasing the dose, but in my experience, this usually results in a sub optimal control and it is often best to change the drug.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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