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Hello, I'm Vijay from Mumbai, I'm looking to loose weight for quite some time but fail to do so. I manage to loose 10kg over the course of 2,3 months but fail to continue with the process once I reach plateau. Recently I came to know about few supplements which can aid with weight loss. Semaglutide (Rybelsus 14mg 10 tablets) Metformin (Amaryln-M 1m

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These medicine reduce appetite and give a feeling of satiety. So better is for you to do exercise and avoid high carb and fat diet . Do calorie restriction and burn calories. You have enough time to l ...  Read More

Hi doc...I have pcos and doctor gave me glycomet 500mg twice daily after food.he also told me I would lose weight with it...it has been 15 days since I started taking it but I do not have any significant weight loss..I am 114.4 kg keen on losing 10 kg minimum

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You need proper weight loss diet plan. Contact me through practo direct consultation. Link prac.to/sabasheikh ...  Read More

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Having PCOS & insulin resistance. However, I am not pre diabetic or I don't have high blood sugar. Can I start taking metformin for weight loss & pcos? I am already exercising & following a diet but it's not working out. Please help me, please recommend if a non diabetic person can take metformin or not

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Hi I m on my 36 weeks . Last week in growth scan baby weight was 2.9 kg ..amniotic fluid is on higher side (24) . I was diagnosed diabetes last week and started metformin 500 from past 5-6 days . Can metformin reduce baby weight in womb ?my c section is scheduled in 37 weeks . I m worried about baby weight ,please answer .

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Recently my father got diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes. Doctor has prescribed Metformin + Vildagliptine combination twice a day. After a taking a medicine he is feeling symptoms like Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, lot of weakness, not willing to have any food. Then we have stopped his medicine for 2-3 days, his condition improved but not able t

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Organic causes has to be ruled out before considering medications adverse effects of the condition,As you haven’t mentioned his age and other co-morbid conditions, As per guidelines upon first diagno ...  Read More

HI I want to know how safe is it this weight loss supplement called PhenQ I am taking Metformin and Clozapine for Diabetes and Schizophrenia and I want to know with this medical conditions is it safe to use this weight supplement?

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All have some side effects better to take high fiber low fat diet followed by detox diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals of 2-3 hrs. Avoid outside food ...  Read More

Is metformin safe for non diabetic patient, taking for weight loss. It has been prescribed by a senior most doctor, but we r bit confused if it harmed in future. Kindly comment on above Thnx

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Hi, with this there is no harm. You can continue with it. It helps in reducing weight as described by other doc. But after 3 months u have to stop it as it doesn't help. ...  Read More

Am on metformin and sitagliptin for diabetes. Can I use glp 1 for weight loss for a short duration for around 10 kgs. Have tried dieting and working out but no result

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Yes But after endocrinologist consultation ...  Read More

After starting voglyson , weight is lost by 4-5 kg . Earlier I was taking metformin SR 500 but due to higher level of sugar , medicine changed in last novemever to voglyson. After this medicine , wt loss is observed . No any other problem.

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consult for more discussion on ur problem and treatment chat privetly, ...  Read More

Loss of weight and loss of appetite

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Hello there. Very insufficient history. I would have to ask you to repost the question again with a little more details like since when it started, do you feel like vomiting etc. Regards ...  Read More

After exposure when Hiv Weight loss Start????? After sex of 5 month i loss Weight 1.5kg weight It's Related To hiv?? Please Tell Me

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I have been listening about these so called magic weight loss drugs(Ozempic) .I am 19 height 5.6 and weight 89kg .l tried weight loss many times i lose around 10 kg but regained every time and now i am really tired of this and due to social influence thinking about taking the weight loss drugs is it good decision .I really want to reduce weight as

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There is pros and cons.means there is benefits but side effects also. ...  Read More

I am a 32-year-old female weighing around 80 kg. I recently heard about the injection Mounjaro being used for weight loss and appetite control. I wanted to know: • Is Mounjaro safe for weight loss in someone without diabetes? • Would it be suitable in my case? • Which specialist should I consult for this in Pune (endocrinologist, bariatric doctor

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Inj. Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is mainly approved for treating Type 2 Diabetes, but it is also being used for weight loss and appetite control in some patients without diabetes under medical supervision. ...  Read More

Good evening sir/ma'am, I'm 20yrs old , 5'11" and weight-97kg Bmi 29.94 Stay in pg and in a situation that can't give time for exercise/gym and also can't do proper dieting (only can eat less and can add one 80-100 gm chicken piece at dinner) Walks 750m + bus + 200m while going to college and same while coming back to pg That's why requesting you

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Hello, at your age resorting to medicines is not an option. Moreover no medicine will work without regular measures such as healthy diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. Please consult a physician for ...  Read More

My age is 40 , my height is 152 and current weight is 75, I am housewife. I need to loss weight atleast by 10kg. Don't want to follow any diet, we had outside food once in 10 days ( mostly it was dosa,maharashtrian food, chat or rarely pizza burger).I had c section in 2015 , I have one boy only. My period are regular. I have no medication go

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Take supplements Uprise d3 capsule weekly once for 12 weeks Meconerv 1500 mcg once a day for 30 days ...  Read More

Issue: My periods are irregular and I'm having a LOT of difficulty trying to lose weight. For reference, I have been going through a lot so I will mention it here: When I went to get checked why my periods are missing, I came to know after doing a bloodtest in April that I was in the subclinical hypothyroid range, and I was in the Prediabetic range

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Your conditions are combined effects of Daily routine abnormalities,stress and thyroid dysfunction. Share your thyroid reports and weight and will plan accordingly. ...  Read More

Can I take metformin 1000 - 2000 mg, for visceral fat loss? Will it be helpful? I am in normal weight range, but, my belly fat is not going away

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Metformin is not recommended solely for visceral (belly) fat loss in a normal-weight, non-diabetic person. Any fat loss with metformin is usually mild and indirect, mainly seen in people with insulin ...  Read More

My weight reduced from 89 to 83 in last six month, not much changing the diet and also facing acidity and bloating from last few days. Is there any serious issue?

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Myself weight 120 kg I'm working in a govt sector have a child of 2 years have to look after everything self only as my husband working another and baby with me I have kept him day care in my offc time morning his nd mine same both have to get ready evening also same so no proper time for workout minimum 30 minutes with lot difficulty tht too two t

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Need a detailed assessment. Kindly contact for a consultation Don't worry, you can reduce weight ...  Read More

I'm a 27 year old female . I'm in my weight loss journey and doing gym regularly . During my periods can I do basic gym like treadmill and upper body weights

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Most women seem to managing well and you should too. All the best. J G S R clinic ...  Read More

I m hypothyroidism patient... i have this from the age i think 15 .. since then I have started thyronorm tablet... every 3 month its an routine that i take full body checkup that include lipid, cbc, urine,thyroid profile, kidney test ... I don't have any problem related to pcod ... recently I have received the results from the routine test ... fro

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

My weight is 72kg and my c section delivery 1and half year before , I m a breast feeding mother , pls suggest me any ayurvedic medicine to loss weight , as fast as possible . I do exercise daily 1hour in the morning from. 1week .

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Please consult me personally so that I can make you lose weight without exercise and also not compromising on your and your baby's health.. You can see the results in as little as 10 days with my per ...  Read More

I have hypothyroidism and take 75mg tablets daily. I want to lose weight but due to one or the other reasons I am not able to be physically active. I want to lose atleast 5-8kgs. I have hairloss and hair thinning and not able to concentrate on my diet

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Hello user There are many reason of being overweight or obese . Improper liver functions .Pcod . Endocrine imbalance ( diabetes/ thyroid) . Psychological problems . Physical inactive . Improper dietar ...  Read More

I am gaining weight so fast.even after dieting I am gaining the weight.after eating something from outside i am gaining weight the next day.how I can loose weight

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Pls contact me for customised diet plan ...  Read More

Taking Metformin 500 mg as Monotherapy once in morning only and below are the results : Morning Fasting 120 Post Dinner PP 160 Do i need to increase the metformin dose or add Glimeperide ?

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Your current readings show fasting 120 mg/dl and post-dinner 160 mg/dl, which means sugar control is fair but not perfect. Metformin 500 mg once daily is a starting dose and often needs to be adjusted ...  Read More

My father was diagnosed with IBS a few months back. But he's been losing weight consistently for almost a year now. He had undergone a few tests, but nothing came out.

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Try more with gastroenterologist ...  Read More

What is the right time to take metformin (glimestar m2 forte) 30 min before meal or 30 min after meal . Kindly reply Thank you

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Glimestar M2 Forte contains two medicines, glimepiride and metformin, both used to control blood sugar. It should be taken just before or with your main meal, usually breakfast, if you take it once da ...  Read More

My daughter is 15 her height is 5feet 5 inch N weight is 70 kg suggest a good dietician near goregao mumbai

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Good evening pls search in search through practo website then connect with the specific area dietitian for your need. ...  Read More

My daughter is 7 day old (born at 36 werks) and her birth weight has dropped from 1225 gms to 1065 gms (after 7 days). Is this expected to lose weight?

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Yes, the first week after birth, babies can lose up to 10% of their body weight at birth. However, her birth weight appears low. Please visit your Pediatrician if there is further weight drop. ...  Read More

Hello Doctors, Can I take Berberine tablets for weight loss without doctor consultation? I am currently on thyroid medication. I need to lose a big chunk of weight, I am also following diet and walking. But it is difficult to lose weight, please suggest if I can go for Wellbeing nutrition berberine Hcl+, or if there are more pure OTC options avai

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For a 31-year-old female weighing 123 kg with hypothyroidism on Thyronorm 75 mcg, taking any supplement like berberine without medical supervision is not advised. Berberine can help improve insulin re ...  Read More

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