What medications cause appetite loss?

Many medicines can cause loss of appetite as a side-effect, including some antidepressants such as fluoxetine, methylphenidate used for ADHD, chemotherapy, some medicines for type 2 diabetes, and strong painkillers (opiates).

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There are numerous possible causes for loss of appetite. If it persists then see your doctor who can try to find the cause in your particular case.

What causes loss of appetite?

Normally most people have a regular desire to eat food - an 'appetite'. Eating is an essential part of life, giving us the energy and nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy. If you lose your appetite, there is usually a reason behind it, and it often has a medical or psychological cause. Most often, having no appetite is a short-term problem. Most of us have experienced this with a flu-like viral illness or tummy bug (gastroenteritis), or in times of extreme stress (such as an exam or a bereavement). Sometimes, however, it can go on for the long term. In this case, it may signify a more important medical problem. There are many reasons why appetite may be lost. Some are serious conditions, others are not. Possible causes include:

What do i do if, i lose my appetite?

If a loss of appetite persists, and there is no obvious reason for it, see your GP. As you can see above, there is a huge list of potential causes. Your GP will want to rule out the more serious causes - in particular, cancer. It is particularly important to see your GP as soon as possible if you have any of the following symptoms associated with a persisting lack of appetite:

Unintentional weight loss.

Difficulty swallowing.

Pain in your tummy (abdominal pain).

Swelling of your tummy.

Night sweats.

Feeling sick (nausea).

Tiredness.

Low mood.

Feeling out of breath.

What tests will I need?

Your GP will be able to narrow down the possible causes of loss of appetite by asking you about your symptoms and examining you. He or she will probably suggest some blood tests, which may give clues as to the cause. An ultrasound scan of the tummy may be helpful in some cases, and/or a chest X-ray. Further tests may then be indicated depending on what the likely diagnosis seems to be. Editor's note Dr Sarah Jarvis, 11th February 2021 There have been National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) updates in September 2020 and January 2021 regarding guidance on suspected cancer recognition and referral. However, there are no changes in these versions which relate to cancers mentioned in this Loss of Appetite leaflet. See the NICE guidance in Further Reading and References below.

What is the treatment for loss of appetite?

This will entirely depend on the cause which is found. Generally speaking, the most important thing is to establish the cause so that it can be quickly treated if possible. Your appetite keeps you eating, which keeps you healthy and strong. See the separate leaflet called Healthy Eating for more information.

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Who sells Plenity?

What Does Plenity Cost? Plenity is available at a relatively low cost and is available now via a prescription from your PlushCare physician. Plenity is available for $1.75 per meal which is $98 for a 4-week supply.

plushcare.com - Plenity (Cellulose & Citric Acid) Prescriptions Available Today

Plenity works by reducing appetite and is used in conjunction with mindful eating and exercise. Plenity is the only FDA cleared weight management approach made from naturally derived building blocks, cellulose and citric acid. Plenity is a porcine gelatin capsule that contains thousands of absorbent hydrogel particles. Each particle is approximately the size of a grain of salt. Plenity hydrogel is made from two natural ingredients, cellulose and citric acid, that form a three-dimensional matrix designed to occupy volume in the stomach and small intestine, thereby creating a feeling of fullness. This feeling of fullness leads to reduced food intake leading to weight loss. Plenity is used solely for weight loss. Plenity is not a drug and is stimulant-free and non-habit forming. Plenity works by providing absorbent particles throughout your gastrointestinal system to reduce the feeling of hunger. According to studies, a weight loss of up to 5 to 10% of your total body weight is possible when using Plenity. In a clinical study by the manufacturer of Plenity, nearly 6 out of 10 people who took Plenity lost at least 5% of their body weight with an average weight loss of 10% which was about 22 pounds. Plenity can help you lose weight without feeling deprived of the foods you love. Many people begin to lose weight within the first four weeks of taking Plenity.

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