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Fatty liver could be due to medications
Hello, I am taking anti medicines for schizophernia and anti depressants. I have fatty liver now, how can I cure it , I would be really greatful for any suggestions, thank you
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Fatty liver is actually quite common in people taking long-term antipsychotic and antidepressant medicines. It’s usually not because the medicine is directly damaging the liver, but because these drugs can cause weight gain, insulin resistance, and lipid changes, which then lead to fatty liver. The good part: this is reversible, especially at your age.
Next Steps
Do NOT stop your psychiatric medicines on your own. Mental health stability comes first.
• Focus on weight control — even 5–7% weight loss can significantly reduce liver fat.
• Start regular physical activity (brisk walk 30–40 min daily).
• Get baseline tests if not done: LFT, lipid profile, fasting sugar/HbA1c.
• Follow up with your doctor; sometimes medicine adjustments are possible without stopping treatment.
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There is no single tablet that “cures” fatty liver. Lifestyle correction is the real treatment. Avoid alcohol completely, cut sugary drinks, bakery items, and junk food.
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Fatty liver (usually non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) is common in people taking long-term antipsychotic and antidepressant medicines, mainly due to weight gain, insulin resistance, and lipid changes. The good news is that fatty liver is reversible. Lifestyle changes and dietary changes and regular excercise may reversible your liver health.
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Hello. Fatty Liver is a growing issue linked with multiple factors like eating habits, medicine and other lifestyle aspects. It needs a holistic approach to understand the causing factors and recommend a personalized treatment plan.
Next Steps
Look for the best Lifestyle Medicine practitioner around who has experience dealing with these issues. Can connect with me if you are comfortable with tele consultations.
Health Tips
Be careful with doctors prescribing only medicines for your problem as this is not the right approach. Holistic health care is the goal.
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Lifestyle changes and Diet modification will help you out.
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Navajit Hatibaruah
General Physician
30 yrs exp
Guwahati
Common medicine s used in schizphrenia and depression can cause weight gain or fatty accumulation.But don't stop these
Correct the fatty liver with fat intact and vitamins A,C,E
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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