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Gained Weight After Taking Zyzal And Singulaire For Environmental Allergies. Any Alternative Medicine Available?
I have environmental allergies (severely allergic to plastic, rubber, formaldehyde, polyester and many other chemicals) and my doctor put me on Zyzal and Singulaire. I have gained 6 pounds in one year on my small body frame and I can't seem to get it off. Are there other pills I can take without the weight gain side effects?
I took Allegra for food allergies and that works but Allegra does not work for environment allergies.
I took Allegra for food allergies and that works but Allegra does not work for environment allergies.
Mon, 6 Jan 2014
Hi and thanks for the query,
Use of steroids like the drug you used could be linked to weight gain. Depending on the clinical scenario and intensity of symptoms, a balance always has to be stricken concerning weight gain and symptoms. Associated measures to control weight like diet control and exercise are generally important adjuvant measures, especially when drug has to be taken for some time. A review to check on a withdrawal scheme when symptoms are well controlled. Kind regards
Use of steroids like the drug you used could be linked to weight gain. Depending on the clinical scenario and intensity of symptoms, a balance always has to be stricken concerning weight gain and symptoms. Associated measures to control weight like diet control and exercise are generally important adjuvant measures, especially when drug has to be taken for some time. A review to check on a withdrawal scheme when symptoms are well controlled. Kind regards
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