I am a 55 year old female. My Internist put me on premarin (for menopause) and effexor (for depression. I have been on both for about 1 year. During this time I have gained 34lbs. that simply will not go away by ordinary reduction of calories. How can I stay on these meds and lose the weight that I have now gained. I am quite discouraged with myself at this point in time. I feel that I need both meds and have been feeling good since taking them. What can I do? Please help!