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Posted by Christene on August 31, 2000, at 16:01:28
I have been on and off of anti-depressants for about 4 years now and I have noticed that the periods I am on them I have experienced tremendous weight gain. The last time I was on them (Zoloft at first then Paxil), I gained over 60 pounds over a 6 month period without changing any eating or exercise habits. I am extremely irritable and depressed without taking them but I am becoming obese. Any suggestions on which anti-depressants do not cause weight gain? I have had similar experiences w/Serzone and Prozac.
Posted by allisonm on August 31, 2000, at 19:14:23
In reply to Weight Gain on anti-depressants, posted by Christene on August 31, 2000, at 16:01:28
> >Any suggestions on which anti-depressants do not cause weight gain? < <
Wellbutrin is one.
Posted by JohnL on September 1, 2000, at 2:57:14
In reply to Weight Gain on anti-depressants, posted by Christene on August 31, 2000, at 16:01:28
Wellbutrin is known for not causing weight gain. A common side effect is a decrease in appetite and loss of weight. In the label it states that it is to be prescribed with caution in already underweight depressed patients.
But there's no guarantee it will work, and no guarantee of weight loss. I've heard a few scattered reports of weight gain instead. You know how it is...we all respond differently. But generally, the odds are in your favor with Wellbutrin.
Another possibility might be to add a stimulant to your antidepressant. They can help the AD work better, increase activity which burns off calories, and subdue appetite somewhat.
Yet another possibility is Meridia. It is primarily a weight loss medication. In addition to its weight loss characteristics, it is also similar to Effexor in that it inhibits the reuptake of serotonin, NE, and dopamine. I've heard reports of people who took Meridia for weight loss who were pleasantly surprised to find their longstanding depression went away, after having tried other antidepressants without much success.
And finally, there are a couple meds from overseas that work good on depression and do not cause weight gain. But usually folks do not turn to those choices until they have failed quite a few other choices.
John
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