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My grandpa has GORD. He is taking medications for it.Recently he hasn't been able to eat like before and his doctor suggested syrup longifene to stimulate his appetite. I would like to know if he needs to take it before or after food? Thanks.

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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

I am not gaining weight, loss of appetite, past Of anxiety related issue and not proper Bowl movement like alternate days .

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It can be corrected by homeopathic treatment. ...  Read More

I am a 26-year-old female. Currently working in bank. I have been experiencing low appetite for quite some time and often do not feel hungry. I want to gain weight, but despite trying to eat properly, I am unable to gain weight. Sometimes I also feel weak and low on energy. Please suggest what could be the reason and whether I need any tests or tre

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Can provide proper diet plan for weight gain. Kindly consult and let me know height and weight. Thank you ...  Read More

Hello, My baby is not eating properly. in a day she hardly eats a meal. she spits off everything after eating two bites. Her weight is also not increased. she is 1 year 2 months old and weight 8.0 kg. she is active. but i never saw her run and play like other kids. when taken to park she just sits and observe other people. please suggest to increa

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This requires consultation to address the issue in detail ...  Read More

My daughter is 15 months old.. she is not at all eating.. not interested to play with toys. He weight is 7.8 kg.. one doctor gave me “Longifene A “syrup for kid.. after that I moved to Saudi Arabia here doctor told me to stop longifene and start giving ”Ginsana g115 tonic “to my kid.. her appetite is very poor n fussy eater.. she is not at all walk

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Check her haemoglobin and if it’s less than 10 start iron medication ...  Read More

Hi there! Few years back , my pediatrican prescribed me POLYBION for baby. She was around 2.5 yrs old then. It was effective, appetite increases eventually.I wanted to ask if I can continue with that now , as she is having some loss of appetite nowadays . she is 3.9 yrs old now. Can I give this generally. Also if you please suggest some syrups, to

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

My weight is only 43...which medicines should i take to increase appetite to gain weight?

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Yes you have to eat alot but good calories to gain your weight, also some sort of exercise will help hain good muscle mass and healthy joints. Consult me for a detailed and calculated diet and exercis ...  Read More

I have low weight i need medicine for weight gain and to increase my appetite

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What's your height and weight? Take high protein diet and balanced nutrition and do exercises. Non veg paneer egg milk and milk products soyabean dal chana and butter ghee dry fruits. Contact me thr ...  Read More

Please suggest any effective appetite gaining medicine. I want to increase my appetite bcz i have lack of appetite

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Do exercise daily,increase ur water intk .Take small frequent meals.Avoid junk nd outside food.Take soaked raisins in in d mng u wl feel better. ...  Read More

I have lost 4 kg of weight, and my muscles feel loose/flabby. I eat well, walk regularly, sleep well, and do not have diabetes or thyroid issues. My vitamin D level was 18 when I tested it a year ago. I have no problems eating normal home-cooked food and no stomach pain. However, my stool floats and comes out in small, soft pieces. If I eat heavy o

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CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY FIRST. VIT D IS POOR. IT ALSO EFFECTS. UPRISE D60K ONCE A WEEK FOR EIGHT WEEKS FOLLOWED BY ONE PER MONTH FOR SIX MONTHS A COMPLETE THERAPY BY WHO. TRI ...  Read More

Can I gain weight and go to the gym for regular exercise I want to stay Fit hence want the suggestions

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I want to weight -gain but I can't anymore.. Can I take Ayuvya i-gain tablet ?is it suitable for me?

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Tablets are not a solution. It's only in addition to a balanced wholesome diet that tablet can help . Regular balanced meals with a balance of excercise and rest will help you in the long run . Book a ...  Read More

Need to know why the weight gain is so high even when food consumption is nominal

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Hi Please do a basic blood test panel to understand if there’s any other reason causing your weight gain. ...  Read More

I have difficulty in gaining weight, I am 32 years old with 39 kg weight. I always face difficulty in gaining weight no matter what i eat I am always underweight. But I quickly lose weight even if I skip 1 meal. Please help to achieve proper weight. Please suggest if there are any medicines to gain weight

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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

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

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

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

I've a very small appetite. It's like when i see food i feel like ok i can eat the whole bowl as it's my fav dish but unfortunately i end up eating not even half of it and day by day I'm losing weight. So what should I do to gain weight.

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Suggest me what to take to weight gain .I want to gain weight Is oziva plant based protein is good to take for gaining weight Which fruit or dry fruits should I take

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Gaining weight in a healthy way is all about the right kind of calories, a balanced intake of protein, carbs, and good fats — not just eating more. About Oziva: It’s a decent plant-based p ...  Read More

My age is 21 but my weight is about 37 I'm not gaining weight How can I gain my weight I'm eating properly but results were nothing

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You need to take high protein diet.Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

What can I do to gain my weight. What medication do I need to intake . What are the side effects .i am on the right medication now?

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I had Endoscopy done due to bloating and food reflux and I had H Pylori eradicated second time and got a negative in breath test but since then my appetite has come down. I don't feel hungry at all. I had vitamin deficiency due to malnutrition after some severe gastritis during h pylori treatment. My CBC, Peripheral smear test, diabetes, thyroid,

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Weight gain is a good thing Also all your reports are normal. How much time since you finished your h pylori course? Nothing much to worry antibiotics sometimes may cause loss of appetite, your appeti ...  Read More

After H Pylori eradication which came out negative in breath test, I had loss of appetite and even after taking appetite stimulant I have no hunger. Please suggest

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Take small frequent meals throughout the day, drink plenty of water, Appetizer doesn't works well everytime, you can try some other brands ...  Read More

I m suffering for prblm related to weight gain I try many things for gain weight but it's is not suitable I want to know medicine for my weight gain

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Hi, over the last three months, starting from December, I have experienced unexplained weight gain of about 5 to 5.5 kg. I was taking Oxytol 150 and symbal 20, and after starting these medications, I noticed an increase in my appetite and weight. When I consulted my doctor about it, he said the medications were not the cause. However, I am quite ac

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Good morning pls kindly connect through app. Sleep cycle, stress level also affects body weight adversely. ...  Read More

I need to gain weight and I eat a lot but I am not able to. Please advise on how to do so. I have fast metabolism due to genetics

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More than eating a lot you need to eat right proportion of carbohydrate, protein & fat. Consult through practo to find the root cause, medical history and get personalized diet plan. ...  Read More

My son is 2 yrs old Not gaining weight currently he is 9 kgs only kindly suggest wat to do to increase his appetite

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If the child is active Than nothing to worry about And it's non active Kindly consult nearby pediatrician ...  Read More

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