Lalita Devi Lalita Devi Asked 7 months ago

Does mavyret cause weight gain?

My sister is about to start Mavyret treatment, and she's worried about gaining weight, as she's already struggling with it. Does Mavyret cause weight gain, or is it generally weight-neutral? Any information would be helpful.

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Arjun Mehta Arjun Mehta Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago
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Honestly, weight changes aren't widely reported as a direct side effect of Mavyret in clinical trials. Sometimes, when your liver starts recovering, your appetite naturally improves which might lead to some weight gain. It's always best to discuss any sudden weight changes directly with your doctor to rule out fluid retention.

Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I've been tracking my daily macros and weight while on treatment and didn't see any weird spikes. My app actually showed my weight stayed pretty stable throughout the course. Just log your food intake and steps, and if you see a sudden jump, show the log to your specialist.

Gurpreet Singh Gurpreet Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I took the full course last year and actually put on about 3 kgs, but that was mostly because my appetite came back after being sick for so long. To manage it, I started doing light 30-minute evening walks and cut down on heavy oily snacks. Keep an eye on your salt intake too, it helps prevent bloating.

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Kiran Patel Kiran Patel Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Your body is going through a deep healing process right now, so please be gentle with yourself. Don't stress too much about the scale; focus your energy on healing and staying positive. Eat simple, wholesome meals and trust that your health is returning to its natural balance.

Manisha Sharma Manisha Sharma Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Please don't ignore any sudden weight changes or swelling while on this medication. I once ignored mild bloating thinking it was normal gas, and it turned out to be water retention that needed urgent medical attention. If you notice rapid weight gain, please call your doctor immediately.

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Ananya Nair Ananya Nair Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't worry too much about this. I had the same fear before starting my course, but my weight barely shifted by a kilo. Just focus on eating clean home-cooked meals and keeping yourself hydrated throughout the day.

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