Weight Loss After Stopping Mirapex

2 Replies Updated December 18, 2017

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SandraD Says:
Mon, Dec 18 '17, 11:21 AM

I have gradually gained weight since starting .25 mg of Mirapex about 4 years ago. I have rapidly gained weight since my dosage was increased by my doctor two years ago (increased to .75). Total weight gain of 40 pounds. I am not going to take this drug anymore and plan to use alternative remedies. Will I begin to lose weight when the Mirapex is completely out of my system?

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Verwon Says:
Mon, Dec 18 '17, 8:13 PM

Hello, SandraD! How are you?

This medication has been known to cause weight gain, according to FDA reports, as well as nausea, fever, vertigo, mania, and abnormal dreams.

But yes, typically these issues go away, once someone stops taking the given medication, but that may take 6 to 8 weeks.

What condition was being treated with this medication?

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SandraD Says:
Mon, Dec 18 '17, 8:59 PM via mobile

Re: Verwon (# 1)

Thanks for your reply. I was taking it for Restless Leg Syndrome. So do you think the weight i put on will come off at the same rate I gained it? I feel and look like I'm retaining a lot of fluid.

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