Putting weight on with Enbrel

[Fred]

Hi, I am taking Embrel 50mg injections once per week, and I feel I am putting weight on. Is there anything I can do to counter act this? Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated, thanks.

Hello Evie   to Psoriasis Club

I don't know of anyone putting weight on because of Enbrel, they do state you should watch for weight loss whilst using it as they do for most Bio's.
Humira, Remicade and Cimzia mention weight gain too but not Enbrel, but I suppose as the others do say you should keep an eye on your weight then you should check with you dermatologist to be sure.

As for what you can do to counter act it: I wouldn't advise trying anything until you have spoken with your dermatologist, because if it is the Enbrel that is causing it then it needs monitoring.

Regards.

Fred.