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What sedatives to drink to gain weight. What are the drugs for a quick set of muscle mass

Are you eating right and still gaining weight? The reason may be not only high-calorie foods, but also medications that you take on the recommendation of a doctor.

This is a side effect that you may not even be aware of, wondering why the arrow on the scales stubbornly shifts to the right and the fasteners already hardly converge on a plump waist. However, many drugs (from antidepressants to antihistamines) affect us in such a way that we become slow, lethargic, move less. In addition, drugs of this kind can seriously affect the metabolic processes in the body, up to disruption and slowing down of metabolism. As a result, undergoing treatment for any disease, you increase your weight and volume. So what is the way out of the situation? The main thing is to find out in advance which drugs have a similar effect, and if this has already happened to you, then work with your doctor to solve the problem.

depressive hunger

After Elizaveta Miroshina showed signs of acute overwork on the background of prolonged stress associated with overload at work, the doctor who observed her at that time prescribed a course of antidepressants. He assured that the only side effect of the drug could be increased appetite.

The medicine helped Elizabeth a lot. A few days after taking the drug, she already felt a surge of strength and energy, enthusiastically took up work and home. It wasn't until three months later that she realized she was gaining weight at an incredible rate. And six months later, Elizabeth added almost 13 kg.

“I ate everything,” says the girl, “and could not pull myself together.”

Then Elizabeth turned to another psychiatrist. The doctor prescribed her a drug that eliminates hunger and goes well with antidepressants. But everything remained the same. Excess weight has become an additional reason for worries and depression. As a result, the third doctor managed to break this vicious circle, replacing one drug with a more gentle remedy, and canceling the second one altogether. The constant feeling of hunger disappeared, but Elizabeth had to make great efforts to return to normal weight.

Diseases of the century

Almost 25% of women get better due to the side effects of antidepressants, hormonal and other drugs. At the same time, WHO experts note a significant increase in heart disease, kidney disease and diseases caused by hormonal disorders: diabetes and depression affect an increasing number of the population. And many of the existing drugs used to treat these diseases can lead to excess weight and even obesity. Which, in turn, is a risk factor for the development of the same hypertension and. Another vicious circle?

“I believe that the seriousness of this problem is underestimated by both doctors and patients,” says dietitian Alexandra Chastnikova. “Most people start taking medications without even carefully reading the instructions for use. you.

But you know your individual reaction to this or that remedy better than anyone else.

Some drugs cause drowsiness, lethargy, other drugs increase the production of the "hunger hormone" - and all your thoughts are concentrated on the desire to eat. The body of each person reacts differently to the action of medications, so it is almost impossible to determine in advance how much you will recover during the course. Moreover, even those drugs that have not previously been identified such side effects may have this ability.

Look after yourself

The best way to maintain a normal weight is to observe your reactions and body condition. “If you have to take a course of taking any drug, start weighing yourself every morning,” advises Georgy Chernov, Ph.D., head of the rehabilitation center. “The extra 2 kg that appeared after you started taking the medication is a sign of a side effect of the drug and a signal to see a doctor.If you have a sharp increase in appetite, you should talk to your doctor about a possible drug change."

Side effect of treatment

Antidepressants

It all depends on the composition of the medicine: while taking tricyclic drugs, you can gain up to 4 kg per month, drugs containing lithium - up to 1 kg per month. Antidepressants belonging to the neurochemical class also lead to weight gain. If you take one of them and noticeably get better, this is an occasion to change the medicine.

Antihistamines, sleeping pills

Many drugs that are prescribed for allergies and sleep disorders contain diphenhydramine, a substance that causes muscle sluggishness and general apathy during the day. So your physical activity decreases, in contrast to your appetite, which may even increase. And, accordingly, the fat reserves of the body increase.

Medications that normalize blood pressure

Their alpha and beta components cause a feeling of general fatigue, which can lead to excess weight (quite common information). If you feel a loss of energy, start drinking rosehip infusion, multivitamins and - most importantly - consult your doctor about a remedy that reduces calcium leaching from the body.

Psychotropic drugs

They greatly affect the intensity of metabolism and appetite. Often, patients recover by 2.5 kg per week. If this happens, ask your doctor about alternative remedies. For example, atypical psychotropic drugs do not affect metabolism.

Steroids

Mainly used in the treatment of rheumatic pain, arthritis. At the same time, steroids have the ability to enrich fat cells with additional calories, which increases the body's need for food. An anti-inflammatory drug that does not contain steroids will help.

Discussion

Thank you for the article! I found a lot of interesting and useful things for myself.

Comment on the article "Drugs that make you fat"

Section: -- Gatherings (Antidepressant Withdrawal Syndrome). Near medical. Please tell me the one who took antidepressants and neuroleptics is it easy to jump off them? I canceled it and everything is as it was before, or it pulls and the body requires and may be dependent.

Discussion

You can not only ask the doctor, but you must ask.
In my experience, it depends on how you use it. If endogenous things (organic disorders) - then only with the doctor to decide. And there, most likely, hard titration, dose adjustment will be required. If exogenous disorders, then blood pressure can become something like psychological crutches: I'm used to them, and without them it's scary.

A friend said that they gradually reduced the dose, and prescribed something else.

I noticed that my daughter (she just turned 11) began to gain weight after starting hormones - 2 years ago. Do all hormones give weight gain, or does it just seem to me that it is from hormones, but in fact, weight gain is associated with something else.

Discussion

I take off my daughter, 12 years old, with ventolin, I refuse hormones, I hope for a transitional age, but even though all the signs of this age are coming, asthma does not go away: (According to my observations, Singulair has not even been preventive for the last year.

Pulmicort is, of course, a strong drug designed to stop the exacerbation of bronchial asthma. It is usually not prescribed for a long time (up to 7 days), then they switch to basic therapy with inhalers (in your case, beclazone).
The effectiveness of treatment still largely depends on how much it was possible to get rid of the "guilty" allergen. If contact with allergens cannot be stopped, the effect of the treatment is of course reduced.
Singular is a drug that is used only in combination with hormonal inhalers, but it is not effective as a monotherapy for moderate and severe bronchial asthma.
And finally, about growth. I will say from my own experience that I did not notice in my patients who received steroid inhalers for a long time, a serious lag in growth and development, basically all of them are normal children. If the girl really recovered a lot in a short time, look for other reasons, first of all, take an analysis for thyroid hormones, an ultrasound of the thyroid gland and show the girl to a competent endocrinologist.
Sincerely,

Obraztsov Andrey Sergeevich,

pediatrician, allergist-immunologist, Ph.D.

What about antidepressants? And weight?. ... I find it difficult to choose a section. Weight loss and diets. How to lose weight, lose weight after childbirth, choose However, many drugs (from antidepressants to antihistamines) affect us in such a way that we ...

Discussion

I had experience, though at very low doses and not for long - on the contrary, I lost weight. I think it's because I usually eat stress - no stress, no desire to please myself with food ...

Depends on what. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil) and the latest generation - complex norepinephrine and serotonin reuptake inhibitors (Cymbalta, Ixel), on the contrary, reduce appetite at the beginning. With habituation, this effect disappears. The weight doesn't matter. And tricyclic antidepressants and monoamine oxidase inhibitors can. Choosing the right antidepressant is aerobatics.

Hormonal pills for the process of losing weight. I'm thinking about starting taking hormonal pills, but I'm afraid to start getting better, because Two children + increased appetite also take place. I drank pills all the time, except for pregnancy and lactation (-3 years).

Discussion

I drank for 2 years, the weight kept and even fell.

They don’t affect me in any way - I drank at different periods and three-phase, and single-phase, and mini-drank, and now the ring is nothing ... All the increases are from immoderation in food ... But I don’t see other alternatives in contraception for myself , so I’m not trying to attribute anything to pills, but honestly I give an account of the amount of carbohydrates eaten.

Antidepressants. Pharmacies, medicines and vitamins. Medicine and health. And before prescribing drugs, they will talk for a long time and in detail. As one psychiatrist said, refusing to deal with a deaf-mute patient, “We work with words!

Discussion

I drank four different drugs for six months according to the scheme, everything returned to normal, many years have passed since then. A psychologist is not a specialist in psychopharmacology, and in this case he expresses not an expert, but an everyday opinion at the level of "one woman said."

27.05.2008 20:28:27, 6

I drank amitriptyline in small doses (1 / 4-1 / 4-1 / 2, i.e. 1 tablet per day) for about 1-2 years, I don’t remember exactly. There was no addiction or addiction. I gave it up myself when I felt that I did not feel the need for it. About 15 years have passed since then. So your psychologist is wrong, with the right choice of the drug and an adequate dose, everything will be fine.

Hormonal drugs are terrible. 20 years ago, I accidentally met a woman who lost Yes, and from hormonal inhalers we also get fat. My now is not thin, unfortunately Section: Allergy (from ketotifen they get fat). Asthmatics and those who know the question.

Discussion

I’m not asthmatic. But I definitely had an allergy to dust as a child, including. It was expressed in snot and sneezing. No asthma. Well, either I don’t understand what asthma is. Therefore, your diagnosis seems strange.

06/19/2007 10:36:45 AM, Lindaa

I have asthma, but I'm not allergic to dust. Dust on skin tests did not show at all. We do not use hormonal inhalers now. Only singular, intal, during an attack - berotek or ventolin.

About two years ago - yes, there was a very strong exacerbation with emphysema, they used symbicort for almost a year.

If a child only has a sore throat, sometimes he coughs and sneezes, but this does not mean true asthma at all. Were there any entrances? Recorded on the map? What is FVD? What does a lung x-ray show?

IMHO, on the basis of only SUCH symptoms, I would not immediately start using strong inhalers. :(

Medications that make you fat. From what hormonal pills and antidepressants recover. Medications that make you fat. The cause of weight gain may not only be high-calorie foods ...

Discussion

Naproxin is the most powerful anti-inflamator (Motrin, Advil). But they usually drink it for pain (the stomach hurts or the bones break :). For temperature, Tylonol is the best. I personally love Theraflu, it's a hot water powder that includes a fairly high dose of Acytominophen (Tylonol) 650 mg, and other medicines - for the common cold, for the throat, for the cough.

09/04/2006 14:25:23, Pomidorova L.

Isn't Motrin slowing down???

then do this:
In Motrin, it seems the interval should be 6-8 hours, right?
In Tylenol, too, something like that.
One is ibuprofen, the other is acetaminophen. They can be combined. Rather alternate. If the pace does not drop from one drug, then try to drink Motrin, after 3 hours Tylenol, after another three hours Motrin again, then if you need Tylenol again after 3 hours (the main thing is that from Motrin to Motrin the break indicated on the package should be maintained, and between Tylenol too).

The only thing is that we gained a little weight, I don’t know if it was from this drug or from something else. But it’s not critical (we get into the “average weight” column) And we also get fat from hormonal inhalers. Mine is not thin now, unfortunately, despite the fact that Symbicort has already been cancelled.

Discussion

We have been taking Symbicort for a long time. Every day morning and evening.

Like a good thing. Don't be afraid of hormones. They are local action and almost do not have a systemic effect on the entire body.

Previously, only one tile was accepted. It seemed to me that since there were no obvious seizures, then it was good. And then, during the examination, it turned out that the obstruction still persisted (the tile could not cope) and even a swelling of the lung tissue appeared with exposure of the structural roots. Pulmonologists said URGENTLY switch to Pulmicort + Oxys, then (in a year) to Symbicort.

So far I have no regrets. The only thing is that we gained a little weight, I don’t know if it was from this drug or from something else. But it’s not critical (we get into the “average weight” column), there is no excess, just compared to what it was before taking the drug, the weight has become more.

Inhalation hormones do not affect development in any way. You do not take them in pills.
They switch to hormones when the drug taken is not enough and spasm, even in small bronchi, remains constant. The fact that you do not see obvious attacks does not mean that there is no obstruction. You see, it is there. Permanent obstruction has a very bad effect on the lungs, on their development. And because of the reduced volume of the lungs, the blood is poorly supplied with oxygen. The consequences of permanent obstruction are quite severe, emphysema may develop.

Hormonal drugs that most effectively cope with the symptoms of menopause (the brain is also sensitive to estrogen deficiency), and only if they do not give the desired effect, the doctor will recommend contacting a neurologist and may prescribe antidepressants.

Discussion

I took Diana. I have not gained a single kg and in general I am very satisfied with this drug.

I do not advise ... This is individual for everyone, but I noticed that if a person wants to lose weight from them, then on the contrary, he recovers at a furious speed! :)

Vitamins for weight gain - substances that make up and take part in metabolism. A person who wants to gain weight should eat high-calorie foods (meat, fish, dairy products) and rich complex foods (rye bread, cereals, vegetables) so that the body receives enough energy to process food. It is impossible to imagine a healthy diet without vitamins. They do not stimulate or inhibit metabolic reactions, but normalize their functioning.

Consider how to prevent further loss and gain weight.

Causes of lack of muscle mass

Before embarking on a weight gain program, it is recommended to understand what led to thinness. Otherwise, if the cause is not identified, the course of weight gain may be ineffective.

The main factor that affects the formation of muscles is metabolism. All people are individual. Each organism requires a different amount of energy to maintain life processes.

A fast metabolism is the dream of representatives of the endomorphic body type, in which there is a predominance of transverse body dimensions. It is easier for such people to build muscle mass, but it is difficult to deal with excessive fat deposition. With an accelerated metabolism, it is extremely difficult to get better, because even at rest, energy consumption will be very high. As a result, fat is consumed at lightning speed for the needs of the body, without accumulating, so the asthenic body type requires a special diet to gain weight.

To maintain body weight within the normal range, the amount of energy expended must correspond to the amount received, and for weight gain it should even be lower (for carbohydrate storage and body fat).

Causes of muscle wasting:

Increased carbohydrate metabolism (genetic predisposition). Thin people suffering from this problem need an increased amount of carbohydrates in the daily menu. They should account for at least 60% of the total calorie content of the meal. The lack of carbohydrates in the diet causes an imbalance in metabolism, a decrease in cells in volume, which leads to a decrease in body weight.
Insufficient calorie intake. With increased carbohydrate metabolism, more calories are required for the overall metabolism of the body. In this case, to determine the need, the current weight is multiplied by "40".

Another reason for underweight is lack of nutrition.

Hormonal disorders. In particular, thyroid dysfunction is called hyperthyroidism. An excess of thyroid hormone causes increased oxygen consumption by tissues, which leads to an increase in energy metabolism (carbohydrate, protein, fat).
Disorders of the digestive tract. We are talking about a reduced production of enzymes that contribute to the breakdown of products into vitamins, macro- and microelements, proteins, fats, carbohydrates. Their deficiency leads to the fact that food is poorly digested, and nutrients are released in transit.

Malfunctions of the pancreas. The consequences of this violation are insufficient formation of insulin, which complicates the supply of the body with components of carbohydrate origin. Without the anabolic hormone, nutrients cannot enter the cells, which means that normal fat, muscle mass is out of the question.
Stress, psychological problems, against the background of which appetite disappears, as a result, the body is in a hunger strike mode.
Deficiency of vitamins, macro- and microelements. If the human body lacks useful nutrients, the development of cells, which serve as one of the main components in increasing body weight, is suspended. In addition, against the background of hypovitaminosis, there may be disturbances in the functioning of the digestive tract, pancreas and thyroid gland, which affect metabolic reactions in the body.

Remember, an improperly selected diet, poor in vitamin and mineral composition and calories, negatively affects the state of the body:

body weight decreases;
immunity suffers, the frequency of viral, infectious diseases increases;
psycho-emotional balance is disturbed (irritability, nervous breakdowns appear);
fast fatigue, lethargy;
malfunctions in the hormonal system, which entails changes in the internal organs (sometimes irreversible);
muscle weakness;
decreased mental activity, performance;
developmental delay in children;
interruptions in the menstrual cycle in women;
decreased sperm production in men;
prolonged course of inflammatory reactions;
death due to extreme exhaustion of the body.

Underweight is a “signal” of malfunctions in the body that cannot be ignored.

Vitamins and minerals for body weight

To determine the physical condition, first of all, it is necessary to calculate the individual body mass index (BMI): weight (in kilograms) divided by height (in meters) squared. Compare the resulting figure with the norm.

BMI indicators:

16 and below - underweight (obvious);
16 - 18.5 - underweight;
18.5 - 24.99 - the norm;
25 - 30 - overweight;
30 - 35 - obesity of the first degree;
35 - 40 - obesity of the II degree;
40 and above - obesity of the III degree.

Thus, if the body mass index is below “18.5”, you need to pay attention to the diet, make adjustments, be examined for the presence of concomitant diseases that cause food indigestion or accelerated metabolism.

Vitamins without which you will not be able to gain weight:

. It serves as a kind of opponent of hormones that the thyroid gland produces to speed up metabolic reactions in the body. As a result, an overdose of these products causes the body to process calories in an increased mode, preventing the gain of additional mass. In addition, vitamin A promotes cell growth and development, which is important for muscle building. Retinol does not allow the membranes to dry out, which has a beneficial effect on the reproductive system.

Nicotinic acid controls the creation of proteins, fats in the body. It is an important nutrient for weight gain. The main source of the component is brewer's yeast.

Pyridoxine is needed for the synthesis of the building material of proteins -. Natural sources: sunflower seeds, chicken meat.

and C. Due to their properties, they reduce the number of free radicals in the body, without the suppression of which it is almost impossible to gain weight. found in black currants, strawberries, citrus fruits, and E - in sunflower seeds, vegetable oils.

Macro- and microelements that promote tissue growth and the formation of muscle proteins to increase body weight: potassium, magnesium, calcium, copper, iron, zinc.

Vitamin and mineral complexes:

"Hi-Tec Vitamin A-Z". It is an antioxidant formula - a complete range of macro- and microelements, vitamins with seeds, extracted green. Vitamin A-Z supplies the body with a complex, has an immunostimulating, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic effect. In addition, the drug strengthens blood vessels, increases efficiency, accelerates the recruitment of muscle mass, restores the retina, and protects the skin from UV radiation.

The complex includes the following nutrients: vitamins A, B, C, E, calcium, copper, magnesium, manganese, zinc, iron, potassium, phosphorus,.

Take 1 tablet twice a day after meals with plenty of water.

Allmax Zma. This is a sports supplement that promotes tissue repair, the opening of anabolic zones of muscles, and an increase in strength. Allmax Zma contains vitamin B6 (3.5 milligrams), zinc (10 milligrams), magnesium (150 milligrams). The main advantages of the drug are the optimal ratio of trace elements, easy digestibility.

"Mega Mass 4000". This cocktail is a classic meal replacement that serves as a building material for muscles. The composition of Mega Mass includes easily digestible carbohydrates, highly purified whey, milk, egg proteins, creatine, vitamins B, C, E and minerals (zinc, iodine, phosphorus, calcium, iron). The action of the drug is aimed at providing the body with calories and energy (for strength training, muscle recovery after it and the production of protein in muscle fibers), which are the main factors that determine weight gain.

The cocktail is taken 1-2 times a day 30 minutes after sports, in between meals. How to prepare a sports energy drink: dissolve 150 grams of powder in 550 milliliters of milk with a fat content of 1.5%.

Pharmaceutical preparations for gaining body weight: "Nutrizon", "Peritol", "Riboxin", "Glutamic acid", "Elevit Pronatal", "Potassium Orotate", tincture of the golden root, Eleutherococcus, "Diabeton MB", "Cytochrome C", "Cytomac".

Are drugs for weight gain so harmless?

At present, there is no clear answer to this question. Some drugs have a not very pronounced effect, but are safe for the body, others are effective, but dangerous.

Remember, losing and gaining weight is a process that affects all systems. A thoughtless, reckless approach can lead to functional impairment.

As a result, after stopping the use of appetite stimulants, metabolism or hormonal agents, weight may continue to grow / decrease regardless of them. Therefore, before using radical methods, it is recommended to try to achieve the desired result with the help of folk advice.

Interestingly, gaining the desired kilograms is much more difficult than losing it. Various methods are used to solve this problem: physiotherapy, vitamin preparations, sports activities, hormonal drugs, protein shakes. One such remedy is ordinary brewer's yeast. This is a natural product, the uniqueness of which lies in the chemical composition, which helps to accelerate and restore metabolic processes, biochemical reactions in the body that stimulate weight gain.

The energy value of the product is 75 calories per 100 grams. The B:W:U ratio is 68% : 32% : 0%.

Table No. 1 "Chemical composition of brewer's yeast"

Name	Nutrient content per 100 grams of product, milligrams
vitamins
	5101
	6,8
	0,7
	0,6
	0,4
	0,108

	55
	37
	31
	24

	186
	29
	24
	5

Due to their rich composition, they have the following effect on the human body:

improve the absorption of food and the functioning of the digestive system;
normalize metabolism, hormonal background;
stimulate appetite;
regulate the production of insulin;
stabilize the energy balance;
remove toxins;
improve the condition of hair, skin, nails;
promote cell regeneration;
strengthen immunity;
lower "harmful";
increase efficiency, susceptibility to stress.

Brewer's yeast is divided into two groups: raw, autolyzed. In the first case, the product is unicellular fungi. They are contraindicated in people with a weak gastric system, a tendency to allergic reactions and candidiasis.

Brewer's yeast autolysate is a food supplement in the form of tablets or powder. This form is better digested by the human body than raw. Autolyzed yeast contains nutrients in an easily digestible free form and does not cause fermentation in the body.

For a quick weight gain, follow these rules:

Eat at least four times a day in small portions. Nutrition should be balanced, without salt, unhealthy fats.
Drink at least 2.5 liters of water per day.
Consume brewer's yeast immediately after a meal.
Exercise regularly. With low physical activity, body fat will increase, with high - muscle mass.
The minimum course of taking brewer's yeast is 1 month.

Autolysate is used according to the manufacturer's instructions indicated on the package: 1 - 2.5 grams of powder, previously dissolved in 100 milliliters of water, or 3 - 5 tablets 3 times a day. For athletes with intense power loads, the daily rate is determined based on the calculation of 0.3 grams of the drug per 1 kilogram of body weight. If necessary, the course can be repeated after 2 months.

Contraindications to the use of brewer's yeast:

thrush;
allergy, in particular to penicillin;
gout;
kidney disease;
drug sensitivity.

Thus, the mechanism of weight gain with the help of brewer's yeast lies in the presence in their composition of easily digestible protein, essential amino acids, which act as "building blocks" in the construction and restoration of tissues, which leads to weight gain (subject to regular physical activity). At the same time, vitamins, macro- and microelements, which are part of the yeast, saturate the body with nutrients, prevent depletion, and improve the absorption of proteins.

Vitamin products for weight gain

To increase body weight, increase the caloric content of the diet by 200 - 300 units. The daily rate is calculated taking into account labor loads, height, weight. The daily calorie intake for young people aged 19 to 30 is 2400, for athletes it starts from 3000, depending on the type and intensity of exercise. After 30 years, the metabolism slows down, the need of a person with a “sedentary” lifestyle decreases to 2200 calories per day, after 50 years it drops to 2000 calories.

cottage cheese, milk) and healthy fats (vegetable oils).

Conclusion

A beautiful figure is not a gift of nature, but the result of hard work on oneself. To gain weight and normalize metabolism, follow a healthy lifestyle, moderate physical activity, a balanced diet, drinking regimen, avoid stress and observe a rest regimen. To support the body, when it is weakened by the struggle for the desired result, it is recommended to additionally use vitamins A, B, C, E. They will protect against viral attacks, strengthen the nervous system, improve the emotional state, supply energy, and accelerate the growth of muscle tissue.

Remember, gaining weight is much harder than losing it.

Regularly monitor nutrition, emotional state, which have a direct impact on body weight. Strengthen your immune system, sleep more, worry less and the result will not be long in coming.

Everyone needs vitamins: sick and healthy, thin and full. Do not forget to keep the body "afloat" and regularly take "vitaminized" courses twice a year: in spring and autumn.

Not only women, but also men worry about their figure. In most cases, you have to join the fight against excess weight. But it also happens that excessive thinness causes a lot of discomfort. If the patient is emaciated or diagnosed with anorexia, a specialist may recommend Peritol tablets for weight gain. Reviews of doctors show that the medicine perfectly stimulates appetite.

Release form and composition

The drug "Peritol" belongs to the group of histamine receptor blockers. The main active ingredient is cyproheptadine hydrochloride sequihydrate. As excipients are magnesium stearate, talc, gelatin. Lactose monohydrate, as well as potato starch. The medicine goes on sale in a cardboard box. Tablets are released strictly according to the recipe.

The main active ingredient blocks histamine H1 receptors. Additionally, the drug has antiserotonin activity. Thanks to this, the course of allergic reactions is greatly facilitated. In addition, Peritol tablets are used to gain weight. Reviews of experts show that the drug affects the receptors responsible for appetite. However, you should not use the tool yourself. The medicine should be prescribed only by a doctor. If the patient is diagnosed, it can take place only in a hospital setting.

Pharmacokinetics

Used inside tablets "Peritol" for weight gain. Reviews of doctors show that the drug is quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Maximum bioavailability is achieved within 2 hours after ingestion. The therapeutic level of drug concentration in the blood is maintained for 4-5 hours.

With a single dose, 20% of the active ingredient is excreted through the intestines. More than 40% of the drug is excreted in the urine unchanged. Experts note that in patients with chronic renal failure, the rate of drug excretion is significantly reduced. Penetration of the drug through the placental barrier has not been confirmed. Therefore, tablets are not prohibited for use during pregnancy and in the postpartum period.

Indications

First of all, Peritol tablets are an antihistamine. It is used in case of urticaria, serum sickness, allergic rhinitis. The drug can be part of complex therapy in the treatment of diseases such as atopic dermatitis, toxodermia, eczema, allergic edema, reaction to insect bites.

The drug "Peritol" for weight gain is used less frequently. A good effect is shown by the drug in the treatment of anorexia of various origins, as well as in states of exhaustion. Tablets act on the receptors responsible for appetite. The patient is restored to a normal diet, metabolic processes in the body are being established. As a result, it is possible to return to normal weight in the near future.

The medicine may be prescribed to treat children and the elderly. However, in this case, therapy should be strictly under the supervision of medical personnel. Dose adjustments will definitely be needed.

Contraindications

Only after carefully studying the instructions, you can use the drug "Peritol" to gain weight. Reviews of experts show that the medicine has many contraindications. No medication is prescribed for diseases such as angle-closure glaucoma, prostatic hyperplasia, heart failure. With caution, a remedy is prescribed for urinary retention, as well as a predisposition to edema.

During pregnancy and lactation, the drug can be used only if the intended benefit to the mother outweighs the possible harm to the baby. Babies under two years of age are not prescribed weight gain pills. A contraindication is also the presence of hypersensitivity to one of the components.

special instructions

The use of alcoholic beverages during the period of treatment with Peritol is strictly prohibited. Alcohol can cause severe intoxication of the body. Under the strict supervision of medical personnel, weight loss pills can be used in conjunction with the drug is used in preparing patients for operations. Thus, it is possible to prevent severe reactions of histamine to medications that are used during surgery.

With caution, you should use the medicine for people who suffer. It should be borne in mind that each tablet contains 128 mg of lactose. It is worth consulting with your doctor in advance.

Peritol tablets may be prescribed for children to gain weight. Reviews show that treatment in combination with other procedures gives good results. However, the therapy of minors and elderly patients should take place strictly in a medical institution.

During the period of using Peritol tablets, it is worth refraining from driving a car and other complex mechanisms. The medicine may cause dizziness and drowsiness.

Dosage

It is worth taking into account the sedative effect of the drug. The first tablet is best taken immediately after dinner. The daily dosage for adults is three tablets. Take one tablet after breakfast, lunch and dinner. When the daily rate can be reduced by half. Patients have to take half a tablet three times a day.

Children under 2 years of age are not prescribed the drug. Dosage for patients under 5 years of age is determined based on body weight. The daily norm is 0.25 mg per 1 kg of the child's weight. Children under 14 years of age in an increased dosage are prescribed the drug "Peritol" for weight gain. Reviews of experts show that one and a half tablets a day show a good result after a week of treatment.

Treatment of anorexia is strictly under the supervision of a physician. The maximum dosage for this diagnosis for adults can be 4.5 tablets per day. The patient takes 1.5 tablets after breakfast, lunch and dinner. The course of treatment is determined individually based on the weight of the patient, as well as the individual characteristics of his body.

Side effects

At the beginning of treatment, the drug "Peritol" for thinness and for weight gain can cause increased anxiety and drowsiness. Such symptoms do not require withdrawal. In rare cases, dose adjustment may be necessary. In the most difficult cases, phenomena such as confusion, depression, visual hallucinations are observed. If such symptoms are caused by an overdose, it is necessary to cleanse the body and consult a doctor for further treatment.

Peritol tablets can cause allergic reactions in the form of a skin rash and itching. In such cases, drug withdrawal is necessary. The doctor will be able to choose a high-quality analogue.

drug interaction

Experts say that with other medicines, it is necessary to take Peritol with caution to gain weight. The instruction states that the main active ingredient of the drug significantly enhances the effect of taking narcotic analgesics. The combination of medicines is possible only in a hospital under the supervision of specialists. Caffeine, on the contrary, reduces the inhibitory effect on the central nervous system. This fact should also be taken into account.

With caution, you should take Peritol together with sleeping pills. This interaction increases as a result, unpredictable side effects may develop. It is strictly forbidden to combine Peritol tablets with ethanol for weight gain. Reviews of experts show that alcohol increases the toxic effect of the main component of the drug on the body.

What do the doctor's say?

Experts often prescribe Peritol for weight gain. How to take the medication is described in the instructions. Doctors say that for the treatment of mild anorexia, it is enough to take 1 tablet three times a day for several weeks. The positive effect of the treatment is noticeable the very next day. The patient's appetite increases significantly. Doctors remind that self-medication is not worth it. Otherwise, stomach problems will join the small weight.

Most experts leave positive feedback about the drug "Peritol" for weight gain. With the help of tablets, you can easily gain 5-7 kg. However, the timely termination of therapy is also of great importance. There are cases when, as a result of the treatment of malnutrition, problems with excess weight appeared. Together with drug therapy, a balanced diet should be present. We must not forget about moderate physical activity.

Weight gain pills for men and women may be needed in cases where weight gain through diet and exercise fails. You should start using drugs with supplements that do not have significant side effects: vitamin and mineral complexes, various Chinese herbal pills, sports nutrition, brewer's yeast and dietary supplements that help fill the nutrient deficiency in the body. A greater effect can be achieved with drugs that stimulate metabolic processes: potassium orotate and calcium glycerophosphate. In the most severe cases, it is allowed to use hormonal and psychotropic drugs: testosterone, insulin, benzodiazepines and others. These drugs are used in professional bodybuilding and under the supervision of a doctor; it is forbidden to prescribe them yourself.

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Vitamins and minerals

Lack of body weight is often due to violations of the processes of digestion and metabolism. Deficiency of vitamins, macro- and microelements is capable of causing metabolic failures.

In order to get better, first of all, it is necessary to provide the body with:

Vitamins E and C. They have antioxidant properties, reduce the number of free radicals, improving the protective mechanisms of cells and tissues. Foods containing a lot of vitamin C are rose hips, black currants, strawberries, oranges. Vitamin E is most abundant in vegetable oils, nuts, seeds and seafood.
Vitamins of group B. They are found in almost all plant foods that have not undergone thermal and chemical processing. Milk, eggs, brewer's yeast contain a significant amount of vitamins. Their deficiency leads to disturbances in the body: metabolism slows down, food absorption worsens, protein synthesis is inhibited, lipid metabolism is disturbed.
Vitamin A. Controls the metabolic rate by acting on catabolic and anabolic hormones: thyroid, testosterone, somatropin, insulin. A sufficient amount of vitamin A is necessary for the growth of muscle tissue, the formation of bones and joints. The best sources are fish and other seafood, meat, eggs, liver, chicken.

For the normal functioning of the body, a sufficient amount of such macro- and microelements as magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, zinc, calcium, and iron is also necessary.

In a situation where it is not possible to get them with food, it is advisable to use vitamin-mineral complexes: Complivit, Alphabet, Supradin, Vitrum, Pikovit, Centrum.

Brewer's yeast

Biologically active food supplement stimulates appetite and improves the absorption of nutrients from food. The B vitamins and amino acids contained in brewer's yeast in large volumes are responsible for these properties.

The energy value of the product is 75 kilocalories per 100 grams.

Depending on the form of release, the additive can be raw or autolyzed. The first option is used infrequently for weight gain, since such yeast is contraindicated for people who have problems with the gastrointestinal tract. They can also cause allergic reactions and candidiasis.

The autolysate does not activate the fermentation processes in the intestines, and all useful substances are contained in an easily digestible form.

The supplement should be taken as directed. Autolysate in the form of a powder is consumed 1-3 grams 2-3 times a day. Before use, the substance must be mixed with water. Tablets are drunk 3-5 pieces three times a day.

dietary supplements

In situations where low body weight is associated with the inability to regularly receive all the necessary nutrients from food, various dietary supplements can come to the rescue. As a rule, they have a natural composition, and you can buy them at a pharmacy without a prescription.

The most popular are Chinese dietary supplements containing extracts and plant extracts.

According to the manufacturers, the Samyun Wan supplement allows you to gain up to 8 kg within 4 weeks. This effect is due to the ability of dietary supplements to increase the metabolic rate, increase the digestibility of food, and improve mood.

These properties are responsible for:

Japanese quince fruit extract;
ginseng root extract;
atractylodes bighead root extract;
deer antler extract.

Samyun Wan is taken once a day, one capsule with meals. Duration of admission is about 3-4 weeks.

During the use of dietary supplements, such a side effect as drowsiness is possible. The supplement is not recommended for children under 8 years of age and women during pregnancy.

Nutrizon

Nutrisone is a meal replacement for people who have trouble eating normal food.

Depending on the composition, two types of additives are produced:

1. Nutrizon. It can be used as a complete meal replacement or as an additional source of energy. The energy value of 100 ml of the Nutrizon mixture is 100 kcal. The ratio of BJU: proteins - 4 g, fats - 3.9 g, carbohydrates - 12.3 g.
2. Nutrizon energy. The supplement has a high calorie content (150 kcal per 100 mg of the mixture) and a high protein content (6 g per 100 ml of the mixture).

Both types are also available with dietary fiber.

The supplement can be consumed by adults and children over 1 year of age. There are no side effects when taking Nutrizon.

Hormonal drugs

The most effective class of drugs for weight gain is represented by anabolic hormonal drugs.

The most effective of them are presented in the table:

Name of the drug	Action, side effects and contraindications	Photo
Duphaston	The active substance of the drug is dydrogesterone, a hormone that exhibits progestogenic properties: it increases protein synthesis, provokes fluid retention in the body, and increases appetite. Taking the medicine may be accompanied by headache, impaired liver function, skin itching, swelling. The drug should not be taken in diseases of the liver and heart
Jintropin	The medicine contains human growth hormone - somatropin. The drug promotes the growth of muscle mass without a set of fat and water. You should not expect a large weight gain from Jintropin: only 2-4 kg per month. Taking the hormone may be accompanied by an increase in blood sugar, an increase in internal organs, and water retention. The medicine should not be taken for weight gain in thin children. This can lead to premature closure of growth zones. From the use of Jintropin, it is necessary to refuse men and women who have a hereditary predisposition to oncological diseases.
Methandrostenolone	One of the oldest and proven hormones for rapid weight gain. Tablets allow you to effectively increase body weight for both young girls and adult men. On average, the monthly weight gain is from 5 to 8 kg. In this case, the set occurs both due to muscle hypertrophy and as a result of fluid retention in the body. The most significant side effects are: gynecomastia; acne; pressure surges; liver enlargement and jaundice. The drug is contraindicated in liver diseases, gynecomastia, prostate and breast cancer.
Rosinsulin	In a situation where you need to quickly gain 8-10 or even 12 kg, insulin is the drug of choice. The medicine significantly increases appetite and metabolic rate, which allows you to consume a large amount of food daily. If the dosage is observed, there are no significant side effects. Sometimes allergic reactions are possible. The main danger posed by insulin is the risk of hypoglycemic coma and death as a result of an overdose.
Oxandrolone	Anabolic steroid that allows you to gain high-quality muscle mass without fat. Oxandrolone will not give a quick weight gain, like from Insulin or Methandrostenolone, however, most of the gain gained during the course of taking the drug will remain even after its withdrawal. The drug has fewer side effects compared to other anabolic steroids. The most dangerous of them is the cessation of testosterone production and, as a result, testicular atrophy in men. Oxandrolone is contraindicated in oncological diseases, liver pathologies

Hormonal drugs are the most effective and most dangerous means of rapid weight gain. The scheme of administration and dosage of drugs should be established only by a doctor. Self-medication is unacceptable.

Birth control pills

Medicines of this class contain the hormone ethinylestradiol, a synthetic analogue of estradiol, a substance with a powerful anabolic effect. While taking the drugs, appetite and mood improve, efficiency increases, fluid retention occurs in the body.

In order to choose the most effective birth control pills for weight gain, you need to pay attention to the content of ethinyl estradiol in them. Most of this substance is found in the following preparations:

Non-Ovlon;
Tri-rigol;
Triziston;
Ovidon.

It should be borne in mind that drugs that began to be produced 15-20 years ago have a side effect in the form of an increase in body weight. Modern birth control pills do not have this property.

Potassium orotate

The drug exhibits anabolic properties, not being a steroid. During the intake of potassium orotate in the body, the rate of protein synthesis increases, the processes of wound healing and bone fusion increase, appetite and digestion improve.

In terms of its effectiveness, potassium orotate cannot be compared with insulin or synthetic testosterone, however, these pills do not have dangerous side effects. The most common of these are impaired liver function, water retention in the body.

Contraindications:

hypersensitivity to components;
liver disease;
impaired renal function;
lactose intolerance.

Do not use potassium orotate and children under the age of 3 years.

Calcium glycerophosphate

Tablets have a moderate anabolic effect. Their use is justified in situations where a lack of body weight is associated with overwork, nervous exhaustion.

The drug is available in two forms: granules for oral suspension and tablets.

Contraindications to the use of calcium glycerophosphate are individual intolerance to the components, age up to 2 years, thrombosis, hypercalcemia, thrombophlebitis. Side effects are most often manifested by allergic reactions.

The attending physician should establish the regimen and dosage of the drug.

Benzodiazepines

Drugs of this class have a sedative and hypnotic effect, help to cope with anxiety, convulsions, epileptic seizures.

The most popular benzodiazepine-containing drugs used for weight gain are phenazepam, diazepam, and bromazepam.

Fighting insomnia and relieving psycho-emotional stress, they help normalize appetite and digestion, contributing to weight gain.

With prolonged use, this class of drugs can lead to psychological and physical dependence. Other significant side effects are respiratory depression and exacerbation of certain mental illnesses.

Benzodiazepines should not be used in people with personality disorders and mental retardation, along with alcohol, narcotic drugs.

Features of taking drugs by women, men and children

For adult men, the most effective way to quickly gain weight is to take synthetic analogues of testosterone and insulin. In terms of price, safety and efficacy, these drugs are the best. The use of dietary supplements, potassium orotate and calcium glycerophosphate will be justified if it is necessary to increase body weight slowly, no more than 3-4 kg per month.

It turns out that some drugs can be a potential threat, a kind of "enemies" of our harmony. Medications can cause weight gain in two ways, namely:
1. Through appetite stimulation, where the patient tends to overeat while taking certain medications.
2. Due to changes in blood glucose levels due to certain medications.

To begin with, consider what stimulating effect the intake of certain medications has on appetite, and how this leads to fullness.

Appetite Stimulants

Unfortunately, most of the drugs we need stimulate the appetite; sometimes there is such a brutal feeling of hunger that even slender people gain weight in record time.

Medications that promote appetite or weight gain include:

psychotropic drugs (eg, benzodiazepines and other sedatives);
Typical and atypical antipsychotics (eg, haloperidol or risperidone);
Tricyclic (eg, amitriptyline), MAOI antidepressants (isocarboxazid) and other antidepressants (such as paroxetine);
anticonvulsants (eg, valproic acid);
Hormones (including human growth hormones), corticosteroids, and sex hormones (progesterone and testosterone).

Also, when taking these drugs, there are a number of other factors that contribute to weight gain:

Eating disorders associated with anxiety and restlessness

As already mentioned, sedative drugs from the category of psychotropic substances lead to excessive appetite and fullness. However, it should be noted that often many people begin to overeat uncontrollably, being in a state of stress or anxiety. Food, the process of eating, helps reduce feelings of anxiety, numb pain or fear, but these typical "soothing" foods (chocolate, sweets, chips, etc.) have a high energy value, as well as a high content of fat and sugar, which is not the best way. affects the shape. As a rule, patients do not seek relief from anxiety by eating fat-free cottage cheese or celery! Therefore, the majority resort to the help of such products here - "comforters", overloaded with food additives, sugar, fats.

Eating disorders associated with depression

No matter how paradoxical it may sound, but depression itself can lead to both a sharp, uncontrollable
weight gain and physical exhaustion; all this depends, first of all, on the individual characteristics of the patient's organism, reacting to depression. When a depressed patient starts taking antidepressants, these drugs lead to increased appetite and weight gain.

That is why it is very important to regularly monitor the weight of patients suffering from depression. People who are already overweight or obese may gain even more weight with this treatment; but for lean or anorexic, emaciated patients, this effect is only beneficial, as it will return them to normal weight.

When a person, exhausted by depression, also gains weight due to taking drugs, this leads to a deterioration in the condition, and subsequently to serious problems. Some patients become reclusive, fearing that they will be seen in the "new weight". Other patients simply stop treatment to avoid sudden weight gain; however, failure to treat causes the depression to worsen to the point where the person may commit suicide.

It is important that patients suffering from depression should never stop taking their medications without appropriate guidance from a specialist. It is best to discuss this decision with your healthcare provider, report your weight gain problem, and ask for help finding a solution. Your doctor should determine any changes that need to be made, and treatment should only be given under his strict supervision.

Eating disorders associated with the use of anticonvulsants

Patients suffering from induced diseases accompanied by convulsions (epilepsy, brain damage, tumors) are forced to take anticonvulsant drugs, which in some cases stimulate appetite. But in this case, the situation is the same as with antidepressants: someone can gain weight, someone can lose weight.

The warning about the severity of treatment interruption also applies to anticonvulsant medications. Do not stop taking these drugs just because you have gained a little weight. Stopping anticonvulsant drugs is very, very life-threatening, so you need to consult with your doctor, who must definitely find a competent solution to the problem of weight gain.

Hormone related eating disorders

Many people complain that they gained weight after taking corticosteroids for asthma, skin conditions, or other conditions for which cortisone is prescribed. Also, a sharp increase or loss of weight can be caused by drugs containing female and male hormones. It is also interesting that human growth hormone, often referred to as a “beauty injection” and a weight loss fad, is actually included in the list of hormones that provoke weight gain.

Most women know that, depending on the individual characteristics of the body, hormonal drugs taken for nutrition, excessive exercise and diet pills as a way to reduce weight, should first consult with their doctor and nutritionist; they will select a special balanced diet with a low glycemic index. Such a diet will help restore glucose tolerance and eliminate hyperlipidemia (impaired lipid metabolism in the body) associated with lipodystrophy.

The dilemma is that fullness is caused by drugs, which in many cases simply save the patient's life, so the choice is not always easy. Therefore, to control your own appetite and weight, consultation with your doctor and nutritionist is simply necessary.