Anyone ever been prescribed water pills?

[Diamondgirl81 0]

Last week, my doctor prescribed me a diuretic because of my propensity to retain Water. A great plus to the pills is that I dropped 3 lbs this week, but I'm concerned with what happens after I stop taking them. I've read that long term usage can be harmful. I'm only taking them around the time of my cycle (7 days) which tends to be the hardest time for me to drop any weight. On average, I'm doing well since my lap band surgery but I have noticed that I generally lose the bulk of my weight after my cycle is over. Should I be concerned about taking these? By the way, my lap band surgeon didn't prescribe them, it was my pcp.

Best,

Lauren

[patsal 1]

Last week, my doctor prescribed me a diuretic because of my propensity to retain Water. A great plus to the pills is that I dropped 3 lbs this week, but I'm concerned with what happens after I stop taking them. I've read that long term usage can be harmful. I'm only taking them around the time of my cycle (7 days) which tends to be the hardest time for me to drop any weight. On average, I'm doing well since my LAP-BAND® surgery but I have noticed that I generally lose the bulk of my weight after my cycle is over. Should I be concerned about taking these? By the way, my LAP-BAND® surgeon didn't prescribe them, it was my pcp.

Best,

Lauren

Hi lauren,

I've been taking them for about three years. They were prescribed by my PCP when I went in with legs that were swollen and taut. I dropped about 15 pounds after 2 days of using them. Now I use them one every other day. Be sure to drink all that you were told to, or they will not do any good. I drink 3 to 4 32 oz. cups of Water when I take them. They are one of the things I am hoping to stop using as I reach goal, but right now I know I still need them.

Sally

[Diamondgirl81 0]

Thanks so much Patsal. I just started on Thursday, so we'll see how it goes. I do have an issue getting in all my fluids. I'll definitely need to up my intake.

Best,

Lauren