does anybody actually know the reasons for the weight gain? is it related to the increased appetite (then eating more?) or something else? 'cause i just started a low dose (37.5 mg). i wouldn't mind gaining 10-15 pounds seeing as i lost so much from stress :(, but i still like to stay healthy and workout
2006-12-13 16:26:31 · 49 answers · asked by good_cherry_pie86 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Effexor decreases anxiety/depression by increasing the availability of two neurotransmitters in your brain, which are serotonin and norepinephrine.
Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that controls, body temperature, sex drive, appetite, sleep, vomiting control and sleep cycles.
Like all serotogenic drugs, while taking them, you will always experience weight gain. This can be controlled by working out and eating balanced.
Another common approach to offsetting weight gain and sexual dysfunction from serotogenic drugs is prescribing a low dosage of Wellbutrin (bupropion hydrochloride). Wellbutrin is a dopemigenic antidepressant, which is a derivative of diethylpropion, which is a stimulant like substance used for weight loss. Wellbutrin is also known for side effects that increase your sexual appetite.
I think it's great that you're staying healthy and working out - don't stop. If you feel that the weight gain is a little to much for your liking, discuss the possibility of adding low doses of wellbutrin with your doctor.
I hope this helps.
2006-12-14 00:59:14 · answer #1 · answered by Altruist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My lady, weight gain is ALWAYS related to eating more. Effexor XR makes you gain weight by giving you a voracious appetite(I know, I've been on it) so that you eat more. If you are able to resist the urge to eat you WILL NOT gain weight no matter what pill you pop.
2006-12-13 16:31:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have been taking Effexor XR for a long time and yes, it definately makes me tired. My doctor claims that it helps with appetite suppressing but I don't think it does. I was thin before I started Effexor and now I'm pretty heavy. I don't know if it slows down your metabolism but I do know that it makes you tired. I am also taking Wellbutrin which is supposed to help suppress the appetite as well. I haven't noticed my appetite being suppressed.
2016-05-23 23:54:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES I WAS ON IT IT MADE ME GAIN LOTS OF WEIGHT FROM 249LB TO 309.5LB I WAS ON THE EFFEXOR-XL 150 MG 3 TIMES A DAY AND AT 5FOOT AND 10 INCHES I HAD TO GET OFF OF IT I LOOK LIKE ELVIS ON THE LAST CONCERT TOUR IN 1977 IF YOU SEEN HOW FAT HE WAS IT WAS THE PILLS BY DOCTORS GIVEN TO HIM I ALSO SWEATED A LOT JUST LIKE HIM IT MADE ME HAVE TYPE 2 DIABETES AND MY GRAIN HEADACHES AND ASTHMA BREATHING PROBLEMS TO THE DOCTORS ALWAYS GIVE OUT SAMPLE PACKS FOR YOU TO TRY IT OUT IT WILL MAKE YOU EAT MORE SWEETS ARE THE GOAL AND WORKING OUT WILL NOT HELP YOU WILL GAIN MORE THEN THAT I A SURE YOU ABOUT THAT THIS I KNOW REALLY WELL AND YOU CAN NOT GET PREGNANT ETHER IT WILL HARM THE BABY THIS I KNOW EVEN THOUGH I AM A BOY IT WILL MESS UP YOUR SEX LIFE TOO.
2006-12-13 17:02:49 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2 and 1 2 hours bowling
2016-04-20 05:14:04 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have one to two alcoholic dricks daily instead of more
2017-04-08 07:25:14 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
switch from pouring your cereal straight from the box to using a measuring cup to cut your cereal calorie count in half
2017-03-05 23:48:24 · answer #7 · answered by Amber 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drink 3 cups of green tea in 24 hours researchers say it can increase energy expenditure by 106 calories
2016-01-22 16:51:00 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop counting you re not going to be lose weight overnight Just concentrate on diet and exercise
2016-03-17 23:54:09 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get casual for 4 days a study shows that people take 491 more steps and burn 25 more calories on days they wear jeans to work
2016-03-29 02:48:50 · answer #10 · answered by Darwin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋