DUI is an acronym for driving under the influence. DWI stands for driving while intoxicated, or in some cases, driving while impaired. The terms can have different meanings or they can refer to the same offense, depending on the state.
Hormone Replacement Therapy â Many doctors utilize hormone therapy to help patients overcome other symptoms of menopause. When this occurs, the HRT can actually increase the bodyâs retention of fat and also boost appetite. This is one more reason that most patients prefer to only use HRT as a last resort.
Certain drugs might also explain an increased appetite and weight gain. Steroids such as prednisone and dexamethasone, which are given for asthma, joint, and skin problems, can cause an increased appetite. Certain antidepressants cause an increased appetite and weight gain. Increased appetite is a side effect of tricyclic antidepressants; amitriptyline (Elavil), imipramine (Tofranil), and doxepin (Sinequan).