Ruthhhhhhhhhhhhh, well there you are---how are you doing? Miss seeing you on chat. I have been working, working, working and never get on till 11 p..m. est....too late, I know. Hopefully, now that audit is over, I will get out of work at a reasonable time.
Ok Ruth, straight deal on Merida, as I know it. It has helped me more than I can ever tell you. A woman who used to post to this thread said it best. It stopped her from constantly thinking about food. Since my car accident (now 5.5 years ago) when I gained 100+ lbs. I tried to lose weight but could not shut my mouth for more than a week or so (know that does not surprise you). . I woke up every a.m. and my first thought was what I could NOT have for the day
After taking Merida that stopped.
I go to a Boston Hospital and see the head of endricronology. I had several options, joining group, Xenical, Merida, liquid diet or stomach stapling. After talking to him (sweets were my big thing and night eating) we both decided Merida was for me. I was afraid and held off getting the script filled for a month.
There is a lot of info out there. I joined the Point of Change program. Sorry don't have web site but just do a seach under Merida. Plus they send you a card good for 25% off first three prescriptions and then 50% off of next three prescriptions. Evidently Costco has the most reasonable prices. Merida comes in 5,10 & 15 mg doses. Everyone starts on 10 mg and that is what I am still on.
My doctor believes I should stay on Merida (no side effects exept dry mouth) until I have reached a certain weight and then he will take me off for a month and see how I do. My regular internist watches me also and is amazed what I have accomplished. His previous advice of "eat chicken and fish" did not seem to to the trick.
Ruth, I went on this because of health reasons. I knew it was only a matter of time before this darn weight got the best of me.
Lol, Ruth, I too need a brain and body transplant. I do not know your medical history but my advice is to try it for a month and see what happens. Merida has given me control. I know, I sound like an ad. I am leaving for Hawaii in three weeks and have promised myself that I won't go crazy. Because I can't walk too much, I will need to use the hotel's exercise equipment. I know I will gain weight but am prepared for it mentally.
What ever you decide, it will be right for you. Please do rememember that this is not a miracle pill and people who have taken Phen Fen are disappointed. It does not work the same way. Good luck to you Ruth and let me know what you decide.
Boy am I long winded---take care Ruthxxx. Hope to see you in chat.