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Weight Loss & Healthy Lifestyle (Expert Forum)
Which of my meds causes weight gain?
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Columbia Cardiology Associates
Portland - OR
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Doctor's Answer
by James G Beckerman, M.D., Aug 26, 2009 06:21PM
, Aug 26, 2009 06:21PM
Hi DorianH,
Atenolol might be a good place to start - beta-blockers (especially some of the older ones) are associated with a small amount of weight gain for some people.
My guess from your medication list is that you are being treated for either heart disease or for some risk factors like abnormal blood pressure and cholesterol. In a lot of situations, there are other alternative medications for blood pressure (other than beta-blockers) which might not have similar potential side effects.
The next step is to bring it up with your doctor and see what he/she thinks. Take care!
Atenolol might be a good place to start - beta-blockers (especially some of the older ones) are associated with a small amount of weight gain for some people.
My guess from your medication list is that you are being treated for either heart disease or for some risk factors like abnormal blood pressure and cholesterol. In a lot of situations, there are other alternative medications for blood pressure (other than beta-blockers) which might not have similar potential side effects.
The next step is to bring it up with your doctor and see what he/she thinks. Take care!
