Question
I am gaining weight, what slimming pills can I take?
28 January 2011. Related: All topics, Changing treatment, Side effects.
Hi
I’m 31 years old and HIV positive. I have a problem of gaining weight every week and my breasts are getting bigger and bigger. Can I take slimming tablets while on my HIV drugs? I am taking Stocrin (efavirenz), Viread (tenofovir) and 3TC (lamivudine)
Answer
Thank you for your question.
If you are gaining weight around your breasts and tummy then it could be a side effect of your medication called lipodystrophy. For more information about lipodystrophy you should follow this link to find out more.
Slimming tablets will not reduce this weight change. You should talk to your doctor about changing your medication to reduce these side effects.
Hi Nandi, Have you tried changing your diet? And exercising can help too. Here’s a link to tips for a balanced diet and your health.
I’m Nandi i how can i loose weight while on Arv without affection my pills
Hi Lina,
This is something that you should talk to a dietitian about. They will be able to advise you about safe weight loss.
I am on HIV 3rd line and my. Upper body is growing especially my tummy. I recently had a pannicalectomy , they only removed my lower time.
Now they need me to loose weight from 94 to 80. I need help on how to loose weight on drugs.
My appetite is very high.
Hi Esther,
What ARVs are you taking? What medication are you taking for your tummy?
I’m using arvs and I’m taking a pill to reduce my tummy is there any side’s effect?
Hi Ashleigh,
What meds are you on? And what do you mean by cleansing tablets?
Hi! I recently started taking Arv’s and gained a little bit of weight so Im wondering if I can take garcinia cambogia and cleasing tablets while on my meds?
Hi Pinkie,
If you want to drink green tea that’s fine. However, I doubt it will help you lose weight. Weight loss is due to diet and exercise.
I gain a lot of weight. Can I use green tea, new effect slim tea. I’m HIV positive.