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How Can I Reduce Body Fat?
Hi , Ive been taking olanzapine for quite some time now and i have put on not so much weight but body fat levels have doubled .. what can you suggest me to take that can help me get my body levels down again ... im currently taking 5mg of olanzapine wafers a night and im having trouble getting lean .. your expert thoughts will be appreciated
Mon, 5 Jan 2015
Hello,
Weight gain is a side effect of antipsychotic medicine like olanzapine.
Do regular aerobic exercises for at least 45 minutes a day and observe dietary controls for reduction of weight.
Discuss with your doctor about the possibility of coming out of drug which is done very slowly,because quitting it cold turkey can result in severe withdrwal symptoms.
Thanks
Weight gain is a side effect of antipsychotic medicine like olanzapine.
Do regular aerobic exercises for at least 45 minutes a day and observe dietary controls for reduction of weight.
Discuss with your doctor about the possibility of coming out of drug which is done very slowly,because quitting it cold turkey can result in severe withdrwal symptoms.
Thanks
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