Copaxone and Weight Gain

[Loveall]

I've read how Copaxone may be the culprit for weight gain.

Has anyone spoke with their neurologist and what do they suggest, because I put on so much weight and after I see my nutritionist I plan on speaking with my neurologist and possibly trying something else or discontinuing Copaxone.

[jstinnett]

I've read how Copaxone may be the culprit for weight gain.

Has anyone spoke with their neurologist and what do they suggest, because I put on so much weight and after I see my nutritionist I plan on speaking with my neurologist and possibly trying something else or discontinuing Copaxone.

Look at the positive side, the more fat you have, the bigger your injections sites are. Really. I have gained about 40 lbs in the 15 years on Copax, but I think it has more to do with my love of Oreos, and creme broulet than Copaxone.

[msw2222]

Copaxone and weight gain

I'm thinking of switching from Avonex to Copaxone and have heard a little about weight gain. That could be a decision breaker! I'm overweight now - and can't gain more! I have mobility and balance problems, so lack of exercise is a big contributing factor. I've been on Avonex for 15 years, but now have problems with side effect - thus looking into Copaxone. Is weight gain really an issue with Copaxone?

[MarkLavelle]

Is weight gain really an issue with Copaxone?

It might be an issue for some (not sure if it's on the list of 'official' side effects), but it's no issue at all for me (and many others here). You'll never know if it's an issue for you unless you try it...

[Mamabug]

Nope. i gain weight when I'm on steroids. But, I've been on Copaxone since 2008, and it never made me gain weight. in fact, I successfully lost 60 pounds in 2010 - 2011. (Not because of the Copaxone, but, it didn't stop me from losing, when i tried.)