This question is for those who are on or who were on Prozac... Did it cause you to loose weight? And if so, how much, and how long did it take to loose that much weight? Also, what other kind of effects did the drug have on you? (I am taking 10 mg daily for depression, and I've been on it for about a week and have lost 1 lb. without dieting or changing my exercise plan.)
2006-07-26 02:52:48 · 34 answers · asked by sarahmreed 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
More Details: When I was depressed, I ate a lot! But now that I've been on it, I eat less because I guess I feel happier and have less of a need for sweets... so I guess it has the opposite effect on me than others who ate less because they were depressed?
Also, thank you for the answers! It's nice hearing about other's experiences. :-)
2006-07-26 03:01:20 · update #1
Yes, I lost weight for about 4wks, then it leveled off. There are several side effects that occur for a short period of time until your body gets used to the drug, dry mouth, hard to sleep, no appetite.
Since you are only taking 10mg you shouldn't have too much trouble. But no matter what the side effects you suffer are, stick with the med for at least 6wks because they do go away and you will feel soooooooo much better!!! Good Luck to you.
2006-07-26 02:59:51 · answer #1 · answered by DeltaQueen 6 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Prozac can cause weight loss in some people and weight gain in others. It depends on how your body reacts to the medication. Also it depends on time because if you went off the prozac now and took it two years later, it could make you lose weight.
2016-03-26 22:49:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're not depressed, then you might eat less. Some people eat for comfort, to relieve stress, and the weight builds up. Using Prozac could stop that cycle.
But a pound isn't very much in one week; a pint of water will do that. But it is encouraging! Good luck!
2006-07-26 02:58:01 · answer #3 · answered by n0witrytobeamused 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been on Prozac for years, when I first started I started out on a 20mg. once a day & felt so sick to my stomach & headaches I didn't feel like eating. Didn't loose no more than a few extra pounds. In time I have been on 20-40mg a day & never no weight loss.
Every ones body & system is different.
2006-07-26 02:58:49 · answer #4 · answered by day by day 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have never taken prozac but i do know alot about it and other antidepressants... prozac is common for weight loss but everyone is different. Loosing one pound doesnt really mean anything though, that could be a result of water weight loss. If you are wanting to loose weight try modifying your diet and exercize
2006-07-26 02:56:24 · answer #5 · answered by need advice 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stand up and walk atleast 5 mins after evry 2 hours while working
2016-02-25 14:54:37 · answer #6 · answered by Tyler 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
everyone is different and for some people it don't matter how much you eat you will loose weight from some medicines. i am a emotional eater so when i was on depression medicine i did not gain weight and i would eat lots.
2006-07-26 05:41:17 · answer #7 · answered by Melissa M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
people who eat breakfast have a better shot at losing and maintaining weight loss
2016-02-02 17:30:31 · answer #8 · answered by Gene 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Avoid eating while rading listening songs and watching tv at your home or keep by kepping your hands busy
2016-04-23 23:08:46 · answer #9 · answered by Kermit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I felt better and started eating so I consider you one of the lucky ones. If it concerns you then keep a calorie and food diary. Of course you could have just lost water weight.
2006-07-26 02:55:40 · answer #10 · answered by madamesophia1969 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋