how can i help a friend? - Weight Loss Message Board

faintfever · 03-14-2008, 05:23 PM

My very very close friend, my BEST friend is has gone through different stages of depression for about five years. Her doctor has put her on countless types of medications and anti-depressants, but lately I've noticed she's been alot worse. She's on a type of drug called fluoxitine (I THINK!) and she's drastically been loosing weight, I'd not hesitate to say anorexic.

She knows she's loosing weight, and she says she's meant to witht these drugs, which maybe it true but I'm suspicious.

I'm also VERY worried about her, as she has been suicidal at times, and I'm at a loss as to how I can help her.

I'm sorry if this is me rambling, or if it doesn't make sense, or if it's a post that has already been covered, but I hope someone will be able to help.

Thank you for your time.

butchergal · 03-15-2008, 07:24 PM

i too am on and have been on fluoxetine for 4 years now. #1.. It does make you lose your appitite..#2.. is a depression drug. #3.. I have lost about 50 lbs. since last year.. So the Dr. stopped that med for 6 months and I gained back 35 lbs. Now I am on it again and will STAY on it...asa for your freind, I cant say what the problem is, but I CAn tell you this drug DOES make you lose weight. Hope I have helped you some..