Darla:
Thanks for your response.
I have had the blood testing done quite frequently since I have been on the
zyprexa and so far so good. I am 56 years old and still on premarin for my
menopause. I thought when I started taking it some 14 years a go it would be
the end of my insomnia, but no such luck. I think you are right about it
becoming a habit though, as I do aniticipate it happening. It has worsend over
the years to the point that I can't sleep for days. I hate being this heavy,
you have to relearn so many things. I would kill just to be able to cross my
legs again, or tie my shoe without feeling as if someone is strangling me!! So
now your daughter is no longer on the drug?? What is she taking in place of it,
and how is her weight now?? I sleep like a baby now and I don't want to give up
that good feeling. I think if I can go to the gym and start eating correctly I
should at least get rid of some inches, and maybe redistribute the weight, it is
all in my stomach. Thank you so much for the advice, and I wish you the best
with your daughter.
Bonnie
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From: Darla Wells
To: ayurvedaonline (AT) yahoogroups (DOT) com
You may want to check your blood sugar; zyprexa causes insulin resistance
and eventually diabetes, which is why you are gaining weight. My daughter
gained 40 lbs. on that med.