I've gained about 10 lbs in 2 months and I don't think I am doing anything significantly different.
2006-07-18 09:40:00 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
I've been on Lexapro since Feb. this year. Actually I've lost close to 40# since started. I find that I'm more upbeat than before, and more in control of what I eat; not controlled by my depression.
2006-07-18 10:54:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I took Lexapro for a few years and yes, it slowed down my metabolism significantly. I blew up like a balloon. Now that I've been off of it for about 8 months, I'm slowly losing the weight.
I suppose it's a toss-up - be depressed or be fat. However, you could ask your doctor (and preferably a psychiatrist, because they are the best informed about psych drugs) if there's something else you could try.
2006-07-18 16:50:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I take lexapro, 20mg a day and I have not gained any weight. It could just be you. Every medicine is different for every person.
2006-07-18 17:29:10 · answer #3 · answered by ssavage23 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been taking 10 mgs since april i have not gained any weight
2006-07-18 20:54:56 · answer #4 · answered by yahoogirl!! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can add weight and you have to cut out salt and if it contions then see your dr.
2006-07-18 16:52:46 · answer #5 · answered by LENORE P 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋