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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is drug-induced obesity?
Drug-induced weight gain is a side effect of many commonly used drugs, for example taking steroid medication long-term. This often leads to obesity related health problems. Due to the weight gain, some patients become irregular or discontinue the medication.
Symptoms of drug-induced obesity
Overweight
Unintentional weight gain of more than 2 kg/month
On psychiatric medications or sleeping pills
Taking steroids
Decrease in ambition and motivation
Difficulty sleeping (Insomnia)
My calorie intake exceeds my calorie usage
Questions your doctor may ask to check for drug-induced obesity
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose drug-induced obesity
Do you feel you have put on weight across your whole body (not just around the tummy)?
Do you have unintentional weight gain of more than 2 kgs in one month?
Are you currently taking any medications for psychiatric condition or sleeping pills?
Are you currently taking steroids (e.g. Prednisolone, Hydrocortisone, Dexamethasone)?
Do you feel you have less ambition, motivation or willpower lately?
Treatment for drug-induced obesity
Medication that is causing weight gain should not be discontinued without consulting the doctor. Management of weight gain includes dietary changes and exercise. Medications to manage drug-induced weight gain may be prescribed.
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Reviewed By:
Hidetaka Hamasaki, MD (Endocrinology)
Dr. Hamasaki graduated from the Hiroshima University School of Medicine and the Graduate School of Medicine, Jichi Medical University. He completed his residency at the Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and the Department of Internal Medicine, Kohnodai Hospital, National Center for Global Health and Medicine. He has served in the National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and Kohnodai Hospital and joined Hamasaki Clinic in April 2017. Dr. Hamasaki specializes in diabetes and treats a wide range of internal medicine and endocrine disorders.
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