Advice regarding prescription weight loss pills

I was wondering if anyone had any advice or suggestions when it comes to these types of medicines. Unfortunately since beginning my trial of medications last June I have gained 50 pounds back . I have completely stopped taking my lexapro and take clonazapean on a as needed basis.

It is a catch between two because my doctor told me that he could persrcibe a diuretic but it is a stimulant so therefore could cause anxiety. Caffeine has never been what has triggered my episodes and I am not a caffeine sensitive person.

So I am thinking about going in to my next appointment and talking to my doctor about stopping the lexapro and starting a weight loss supplement and hopefully be able to keep something for a as needed anxiety basis.

Anxiety sucks but I feel that if i don't focus on it I can beat it. My number one concern is my health and even though I have muscle and workout at the end of the day I fall into the obese category when it comes to the BMI scale. I would rather lose weight and be happy about myself then be obese and not have anxiety

Any advice or feedback would be great

thank you all

Good Morning,

Sad to say you are in the same boat as many of us, however, I am very surprised that your Dr. suggested ordering a diuretic for you to help lose weight.  This medication is normally used for people with hypertension, CHF and other medical reasons.  One side effect of this  med is loss of Potassium which you need as it is one of the essential electrolytes.

A diuretic will only take off water and not fat.  If you have some other reason for needing a diuretic I did not see it in your post.  I would get a second opinion before taking this med for weight loss as I do not want you to get into problems from the medication.

As far as weight loss products via RX now days I am not sure what they prescribe, however, if you have to stop your antidepressant you may suffer from a increase in your anxiety.  I know it feels like a catch 22 but do be careful.

I researched weight loss medications and felt this article would be helpful for you:

http://www.webmd.com/diet/guide/weight-loss-prescription-weight-loss-medicine

Kindly,

Kitt

Good on you SMU!!

I too agree that you can do this with lifestyles changes! It is not only healthier, but studies show that the long term effects are proven greater with this method against using meds or gimmick diets.

Have you considered using a fitness app? A lot of people find that tracking their caloric intake and energy output really helps them to stay on track.

Wishing you the best...let us know how it goes!

S.C.