rgb_leds_are_love,

I am in the process of getting formally diagnosed with ADHD. So far, about two psychiatrists have basically confirmed it, based on my list of symptoms and my history.

I know this is a question for another time, but I’m losing a ton of weight right now and getting myself to look better. If it comes to getting medicated for ADHD, will any of the meds affect fat loss? I really don’t have any problems putting on muscle, but I do have a problem losing fat (genetic issue).

pharmachiatrist,
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@rgb_leds_are_love most ADHD medicines do not cause weight gain. If anything, maybe some weight loss for many of them. should be fine.

rgb_leds_are_love,

@pharmachiatrist

Do you know if the meds do that by themselves, or do they do some voodoo like killing the sensations of hunger? Or something like that?

kevinbacon,
@kevinbacon@lemmy.world avatar

The most common prescription are stimulants, which are known for suppressing hunger.

pharmachiatrist,
pharmachiatrist avatar

@rgb_leds_are_love yeah mostly they suppress appetite, as far as I know, though I suppose they may increase basal metabolism a bit too. not sure, honestly, about the specifics.

rgb_leds_are_love,

@pharmachiatrist thank you. That makes sense.

Yes. I got formally diagnosed.

tarv,

Dextroamphetamine (Adderall) acts as an appetite suppressant. I believe the drug is also used to combat obesity.
In my experience it's very noticeable. There are days I forget to eat. But if I have food in front of me, I'll eat the same amount as I would without the meds. So I don't get hungry on a normal day, but I also don't feel like I'm overeating.

rgb_leds_are_love,

@tarv

Thank you for the insight. I guess this is something I should bring up when I'm talking to a dietitian and/or psychiatrist.

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