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This translates to approximately 70+ pounds for someone starting at 250 pounds
2 Several factors contribute to this: AEDs such as sodium valproate, carbamazepine, gabapentin, and pregabalin are associated with weight gain Seizure-related fatigue and activity restrictions can reduce physical activity levels Some people with epilepsy experience changes in appetite regulation Obesity itself has been associated with a 2.3-fold increased risk of drug-resistant epilepsy 3 This creates a cycle where AEDs contribute to weight gain, and excess weight may worsen seizure control
When you start taking these medications, your healthcare provider will likely start you at a low dose
If hiccups persist for more than three days or cause discomfort, it is crucial to seek medical attention
Table 2 shows adverse reactions (excluding hypoglycemia) that were not present at baseline, occurred more commonly in JARDIANCE-treated patients than on placebo and occurred in greater than or equal to 2% JARDIANCE-treated patients