I cannot lose weight no matter what I do..I think it is the diovan (320)and HCT...possible?

Question

I quit smoking almost 2 yrs ago and initially attributed my weight gain ( 30lbs) to that..however, I think it is my medication that is preventing weight loss..I have asked my doctor if it is necessary to continue on the diovan and hct and he said yes..I started these meds also 2 years ago when my blood pressure was 176/110..now it is 130/80..I have stopped eating red meat..eliminated desserts..severely curtailed butter from diet..exercised..and my weight does not budge..it is so depressing.

I am a 47 yo male and now weigh about 240

Answer 1

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

I agree with peanutbutter. I think you should ask your doctor if there is another medication that might work as well or better than what you're taking.

Your doctor should be as concerned about you being overweight as he is about having high blood pressure. If I were in your shoes, I'd bring this up with him as a health concern, and ask to discuss what options are available.

Answer 6

HCT is a water pill, so i doubt that contributes to weight gain.. Most people underestimate how much they eat... Count calories.. for one week.. and average out how much calories you taking in one day.. if you take in more than 2000 calories a day.. you eating too much... most people gain weight because they eat over 2500 calories...

Answer 7

i guarantee you that if you excercise at least 3 times a week for a minimum of 20 minutes each session, you will lose weight.

if you cannot start of with 20 minutes do less and progress.

try an exercise bicyle . it wont help if you do it 1 a week, and you wont lose weight instantly but please do it as it is the only natural way.

Answer 8

It does sound as if it's your medication. Have you tried cutting out the starch foods? That always does me in. If nothing else, try one of those wieght doctors, maybe he can help in spite of the medication. That's what they do.

Answer 9

I would definitely discuss this with your doctor. If he has not helped you solve this problem, odds are you need to go to another doctor. Sriously, your doctor is there to help you. If you feel like you are not getting the help you need, go to someone else.

Answer 10

Have you had your thyroid checked. I am having the same problem and found out I had a thyroid problem. I am now on medication and it is slow but it is coming.