I have been taking Lexapro, and I noticed that I am gaining weight...
2006-12-14 15:43:54 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
i know it is antidepressent! is weight gain a side affect??
2006-12-14 15:50:45 · update #1
http://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/index.php?term=pto-3764.html&fromMod=popular_foodndiet
This can cause weight gain, so can paxil. This is a top three of antidepressants that can cause weight gain. Fortunately I have been on it for...3-4 years and I lose weight at the beginning! I was changed to Cymbalta for awhile and HATED IT! Weight gain, suicidal thoughts, I just felt awful! Anyways I went back to Lexapro and feel better. The only reason they were changing me is because they thought it would help me with my joint pains but I got diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis so it has nothing to do with my depression...duh!
Anyways, I guess this med can make you gain weight. Sorry, but can make you feel great!
2006-12-14 16:22:48 · answer #1 · answered by egomezz007 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-04 09:06:32 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lexapro my dear is for depression. Perhaps while you were depressed you lost weight. Now, your weight is stabalizing as your depression lifts. Why not get out and get some sunshine and a little exercise for about 30 min. a day. Does wonders for both conditions. Godloveya.
2006-12-14 15:46:59 · answer #3 · answered by Sassy OLD Broad 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
yes it is for depression . i take it and haven't gained weight,, maybe the reason your gaining weight is because your feeling better and eating more. don't worry,,, its better to be a few pounds over weight than depressed... good luck
2006-12-14 17:12:34 · answer #4 · answered by MissMonk 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it didnt 4 me but every 1 is different its an awfull drug like all mental health drugs but saddly needed at times be warnd though when the time is right 2 go off it, ween off slowly the n the with drawel is horiffic.r u taking ziprexa as well coz that is well known 2 make takers hugely obess.
2006-12-14 17:43:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Snap a photo of yourself once a week to know progress that will also increase your confidence level
2016-03-17 23:54:27 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat an apple instead of bottled juice
2015-12-15 21:43:45 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat five servings of fruits and veggies a day
2016-04-22 07:18:07 · answer #8 · answered by Stanley 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
fish for 41 minutes
2015-12-15 20:04:10 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
find the right diet for your individual body because there are many ways are there to lose weight just find what works for you
2016-04-09 21:55:57 · answer #10 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋