rapid weight gain during naproxen use

[t-hazz]

Looking for anyone who may have had a similar experience. I was given naproxen sodium to alleviate back and joint pain. I gained about twenty pounds in less than a month (165-185 lbs), despite being on an extremely restricted diet.(660mg. daily) Anybody out there with pertinent information, possible explanation or similar experience?

[Concerned]

Had knee surgery 3 weeks ago. Doctor said take Aleve to reduce swelling. Gained 8 lbs. in 2 weeks. Developed hives all over.

[Christine from Gibraltar]

I was given Naproxen for Fibromyalgia and I put on weight,as it was making my body retain water.Doctors called it generalised oedema,any medications containing ibuprofren makes my body react in this way,so now its in my medical notes and I always inform doctors when I have to see them.

[Alison]

I have been using this drug for just over a year, have not gained any weight but feel as though i am on another planet most of the time, not sure if it is down to this drug or the other ones i take for my back pain. Most of the time i feel tired and find it hard to concentrate.

[Lucy]

I have been taking Naproxen for three weeks and have gained so much weight that I cannot fit into my clothes. I will live with the discomfort until I lose this weight....

[chubby but pain free]

I have been on naproxen for about three years because of fluid on the knee...that was about 100 lbs ago...I got off of them but ended up almost bed ridden...it did not help that i suffered from hypothyroidism after having my gall bladder removed...If anyone has any information I would greatly appreciate it...

[jbee]

I have put on 3# in four days after starting Aleve AM and PM. If I stop will the weight drop or do I really need to diet and exercise even harder?

[hotrods77]

I have been on Naproxen since 2/14/08. I have noticed that my clothes have been fitting tighter. I thought that it was because I have a very sensitive stomach and have to eat a very full meal when I take Naproxen. Maybe it is the meds. I am only supposed to be on it for 2 weeks because of my stomach, so maybe I will lose the 5 pounds or so that I have gained over the last 6 days.

[FerrariBS3]

I have been on Naproxen for about five days and the weight I have gained is emotionally taking a toll on me. I've gone from a size 2 to a size 6 in so little time I think I'm throwing this crap away.

[Matt]

I am looking into a possible link between Naproxen and gall bladder issues. Did you take Naproxen before you starated to have gallbladder issue?

[Linda]

I had knee surgery 5 days ago put on Naproxen 550 3x a day I have gained 10 pounds I am scared tomorrow I am calling my doctor....The capris I had on last Sunday 7 days ago were loose and today are skin tight and I am bulging I thought what is up until I read the symptoms my daughter and husband said it was because I have not been as active as usual....but I am in disagreement with them....

[Linda]

FerrariBS3 wrote:

I have been on Naproxen for about five days and the weight I have gained is emotionally taking a toll on me. I've gone from a size 2 to a size 6 in so little time I think I'm throwing this crap away.

I started naproxen 5 days ago and have gained 10 pounds I am scared....I feel it all over I am not taking any more doctors orders or not.....

[Renee]

Just realized that this is my problem. I have gained almost 20 pounds in three months.

[Karon]

I joined Slimming World to lose some weight and in the first week lost 5 and a half pounds. I was then prescribed Naproxen by my doctor for bursitis in my hip. At my next weigh in, despite sticking to the eating regime religiously, I'd gained 2lbs. The only thing I'd done differently that week was start the Naproxen ... you figure it out!

[cearley]

t-hazz wrote:

Looking for anyone who may have had a similar experience. I was given naproxen sodium to alleviate back and joint pain. I gained about twenty pounds in less than a month (165-185 lbs), despite being on an extremely restricted diet.(660mg. daily) Anybody out there with pertinent information, possible explanation or similar experience?

I also gained 20 some lbs, stopped naproxen but still a hall to get weight off now, never had this trouble and my knee still swellon and hurts but I use herbs now and wrap it in vicks

[cearley]

anyone with suggestions that work to help w/th inflamation and weight gain after taking naproxen, suggestions accepted

[Laurie]

Glad to know that it isn't just me, but sad to know that my doctor didn't think it was that serious. I've been on naproxin for 6 days and gained 7 lbs. Even though I started exercising more and eating less the last two days, my weight continues to climb!

[Lynda]

Has anyone who has ceased taking Naproxen lost the weight gained from taking it? If so, just how quickly did you notice the change? I've gained an average of 3-4 pounds each week since beginning Naproxen yet have noticed no decrease in pain from the osteoarthritis in my hands. This is ridiculous! The side effects of OTC Aleve and Ibuprofen on a continuous basis are just as bad, if not worse! I've had more relief from eucalyptus oil as a topical treatment....just spray on and rub in!

[Denny]

Was taking naproxin for a week for bursitis on my knee.I have been gaining weight.And out of nowhere I'm having what I believe to be gall bladder problems.

[cas]

cearley wrote:

anyone with suggestions that work to help w/th inflamation and weight gain after taking naproxen, suggestions accepted

I have been taking naproxen and antibiotics for 2 years and have gained 45 pounds. Even though I stopped them, the weight and fluid would not leave. I even took prescription diuretics and nothing happened. I am now doing a naturopathic liver detox and have lost 6 pounds of water weight in 2 days. These drugs seem to get stored in the liver and kidneys and that is what causes all the havoc. It will take a few more weeks till I know about the fat loss.