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Re: Loestrin and weight gain

From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Tue, 5 Dec 2000 11:07:20 -0600 (CST)


At Tue, 5 Dec 2000, Tye wrote: >
>Started taking Loestrin to stop mid cycle vomiting and other symptoms.
>Now only two months into the pill I have gained 7 pounds! Does this even
>out and stop or should I ask the doctor to switch they type of pill???
>Absolutely no changes in my lifestyle or diet except for the pill. Have
>never gained weight this quickly (even when pregnant!!).
>Help!!

OCPs all have the potential to cause weight gain, though some are worse than others. The mechanism for the gain is first, increased water retention, and second, appetite stimulation. Talk with your doctor about a different pill.

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William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

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