Hi all. I've been on Saphris for my bipolar/schizoaffective disorder for about a year and 2 months now. It's been a miracle drug for me really, my symptoms are nearly all gone now. I didn't have a problem with weight gain with a healthy diet and regular exercise which I was extremely happy about. However, I've noticed I've gained about 10 lbs just in the last 2 weeks. Has anyone had Saphris sneak up on them with weight gain...? I can't think of any other explanation, I've racked my brain, nothing has changed. Weight gain is my #1 concern. I'd lost 65 lbs after being on Abilify for years and I was really proud of that... I CAN'T start gaining weight again.
I would like to hear some experiences about weight gain on Saphris and Latuda. If Latuda causes little to no weight gain compared to Saphris, I might ask about switching to that.
Also, anyone know anything about stiff muscles and Saphris? I have a horribly stiff upper back and neck. I'm in constant pain and the only thing that can help me is Valium and I've built a tolerance to it, which really sucks. Has anyone else had stiff muscles on this? Anyone on Latuda have problems with stiff muscles?
I apologize if this sounds terribly jumbled. Any thoughts/experiences with these two medications would be greatly appreciated!
(I'd post this on the Medications board but it seems dead.)