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I am 22 years old and super skinny. I have always had issues regarding my weight and have never been able to gain any however hard I tried. Is cyproheptadine useful and safe for weight gain?

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Hello.. Well cyproheptadine will help you to improve your appetite ..I don't think it has any effects on weight gain...it's quite possible that your genetically built so...you try to eat protein rich ...  Read More

Wt happens if normal individual takes cyproheptadine HCL tablet , i recently studied dat de above tablet used for weight gain, is it true

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Don't take any medicines for weight gain. Contact me through practo direct consultation for further information ...  Read More

I have been prescribed Cyproheptadine and Dexomethosone for weight gain, now when I discontinue d medicine, I start weight loss and feel loss of appetite please suggest what can I do ..

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Hi, Are you self medicated ? Usually doc don't suggest medicines for weight gain. Dexamethasone is a steroid it has adverse effects. Why did you stop medication? You must consult doctor on this issue ...  Read More

Neurobex-SG tablets. Decdan tablets 0.5 mg Cyproheptadine hydrochloride tablets IP 4 mg Dr. Nova whey protein ..I am said to take these medications for weight gain because I am 21 yo 5'10 guy with just 50kg weight. Please let me know if I can take these.

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Hello practo User, If you ask us ,then No. As it has various side effects. Better to go for proper weight gain diet plan. Instead of these things. See, there are many reason of not gaining weight. . ...  Read More

Sir i want to gain weight and i have above twenty want can i do so please tell me about how to gain weight

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Do you have a good appetite? If no, then you probably have iron deficiency with couple of other deficiencies. ...  Read More

Hello sir, I have watery eyes can I take Cyproheptadine, i also have problems with my digestion. Is there any link?

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There is no relationship with digestion . ...  Read More

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You need to take high protein diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

I can't gain weight. Plz give me solution to gain weight.............................................

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Take high protein diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

I want to gain weight but weight is not gaining what should i have to do. Which doctor i have to consult

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Your weight is ideal for for height and age ...  Read More

I want to gain weight. Please suggest me what should i do for this... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...

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Take high protein diet. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

“I have slow digestion, frequent constipation, and a slow metabolism, which is causing easy weight gain. Can you suggest a diet plan to improve metabolism, manage constipation, and support weight loss?”

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Please get your blood work done Then we can connect over consultation to help you better ...  Read More

My 21 days old baby has gain only 200gm from his birth weight. He is born in 38 weeks and birth weight is 2.7kg. After 21days follow up checkup, he is 2.9kg. He is on breastfeeding but now doctor suggested me to give 60ml formula in every 3hours. I am not sure if breastmilk is sufficient for him or not. Morning after feed he sleeps peacefully but

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Usually baby loses weight in the first 10 days and then only gains weight. There are a lot of natural and marketed lactogogues available for increasing lactation Also destressing will help ...  Read More

My daughter was 23kg 7.1 yr .she had vomiting 2 times 5 days back just with one episode of vomiting she lost 2kg .it's been 5days she is eating properly still she is not regaining her weight looks skiny .how long does it take to regain weight.can kid loose 2kg with just one or 2time vomitting

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Unlikely.when was the last time you checked her weight,may be there was a gradual decrease since then. Also machine to machine and the same machine can also show 2-3 kg variation ...  Read More

Baby girl born with weight 4.2 kg. 1 month weight was 4.7 kg 2 month weight 5.2 kg 3 month weight 5.6 kg 4 month weight 6 kg 5 month weight 6.2 kg She is exclusive bf. Her weight gain is very slow. Also she is active. Is this weight gain normal? Do i need to supplement with formula,

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It is important to know here if the mother was diabetic for which the baby was 4.2kg. If so then its ok for 5m baby to be 6kg ...  Read More

My baby weight during birth was 2.2kg she was IUGR and delivered in 36th week, now after one month her weight is 2.9kg. Is she gaining the weight appropriately?

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It’s fine , in first month , a bit lower range of normal this is common.next month onwards baby will improve 15-30 gm per kg per day .For Your baby at least 30 gm per day, No need to check every day w ...  Read More

I am trying to gain weight and I am suspecting some vitamin deficiencies as I'm feeling very sleepy and tired after I joined strength training in gym.

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Yeah. Vitamin deficiencies can hamper weight gain. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six 86 seven eight 96 for proper guidance and treatment. ...  Read More

How to gain weight in one month please tell doctor I want to gain weight in one month i am very skinny and tell me what to take share some syrup also how to take

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Simple , safe and effective 1- month weight gain for female , without heavy gym or complex diet 1. Eat calories dense + healthy foods High calorie combos Peanut butter + banana + milk Pa ...  Read More

Hi Mam iam 32 weeks pregnant when I checked my last 15 days back same as today also note yet weight gained last 15 days is it any problem

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As long as the baby is active and healthy in ultrasound, weight gain is not that relevant. We aim for only 9-11 kg weight gain in a healthy pregnancy. 1 kg in 1st trimester, 5 kg each in 2nd and 3rd ...  Read More

Since i m 31 years old women and my bmi is 17 it's underweight and my weight is not gaining eating everything but not getting any results if I gain just 1 or 2 kg also if I get cold or something I lose it very fast and now m trying to concieve for pragnancy so want to keep healthy bmi level so what should I do I take healthy diet foods bt still not

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Hi Please check your thyroid, and other basic blood parameters, to rule out any other issues. If everything is good, focus on increasing your calories slowly to support weight gain. ...  Read More

I have very low appetite whenever I try to eat much food i feel nausea since childhood i have been skinny I am unable to put on weight

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Many factors influence the body weight Help me to understand your defeciency status Your ht,wt , Your gut health status Your work life balance Your food consumption pattern ...  Read More

Should I add weight gainer in my diet to gain weight ..and are they safe to use ? And I have a busy schedule 9-6 office hrs then should I go for weight gainer

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Good evening, Any clinical condition is hindering you from weight gain. I have dealt with so many weight gain patients. Kindly contact me personally through practo app ...  Read More

Hi my daughter is 48 days old and her birth weight was 2.850 now her weight is 3.250 I'm only breastfeeding her and she passes urine more than 6 times a day. Should I need to worry about not gaining weight or its normal or need to give any supplements for weight gain?

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS ...  Read More

My baby is 3 month old. Her birth weight was 4.2 kg Day 6 weight was 3.8 kg 1 month weight was 4.6 kg 2 month weight was 5.2 kg 3 month weight is 5.6 kg. Is this weight increase is normal. She is active but not gaining weight as per standard which is 800 gm for first 3 month.

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Usually they should be double the weight by 5 months of age . Just ensure adequacy of breast feeding . And correct any feeding issues . ...  Read More

I am very lean and low bmi and I have six month old baby. Please suggest any ayurvedic medicine safe for breastfeeding mother to gain weight

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For a breastfeeding mother, Ayurveda can help improve weight safely with nourishing herbal formulations (like Dhatuposhak lehyam), ghee, milk, and balanced diet. Medicines and diet must be chosen care ...  Read More

My father has been diagnosed with diabetes and cholesterol about 5-6 years back.Currently both are under control he uses medicines regularly .Rest of all tests are normal .He is 63 but looks like 80 with several wrinkles and folds at face and neck area .He is worried about that and his weight is currently at 45 kg without any gain since 4-5 years .

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Yes it can be possible with exercise and diet changes. Consult your nearby dietician and physiotherapist. ...  Read More

My father has been diagnosed with diabetes and cholesterol about 5-6 years back.Currently both are under control he uses medicines regularly .Rest of all tests are normal .He is 63 but looks like 80 with several wrinkles and folds at face and neck area .He is worried about that and his weight is currently at 45 kg without any gain since 4-5 years .

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My son is 13 years old. He currently weighs 53 kgs. Sept 2024 he was 50kgs this sep 2025 he is 53 which means he has gained only 3 kgs in a year… is it normal? Also since April 2025 to sep he has only gained 400gms

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query Kindly contact me on Practo or whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS, MD PAEDIATRICS, PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow (New ...  Read More

Is endura mass genuinely healthy in weight gain ? And anyone age/gender can consume this? How to increase appetite?

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Good evening pls connect through practo app directly. ...  Read More

My baby was born with a weight of 3 .315kg. She is now 52 days old and weight 4 kg. She is not sleeping properly during the day or night, her sleep is very disturbed. She drinks breastmilk only for about 5 minutes and takes only around 30 ml when bottle-fed. I would like to know if her weight gain and feeding/sleeping pattern are normal.

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Hello I'm a neonatologist, expert in newborn babies. Baby is not getting enough feed i guess. I need to ask few more questions Contact me on WhatsApp number (84960595sixfive) for further advice . ...  Read More

I've been skinny all my life. I eat very less too as my appetite is like that. I want to gain weight. Should I hit the gym or first consult with a doctor? If so, what kind of doctor should I consult and any tests should be taken? When I was 14-15 years old, did a full medical check-up and the doctor said I would struggle to gain weight naturally b

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Thankyou for your query kindly consult private i will guide better. Thanks ...  Read More

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