Prozac, Zoloft, Etc., And Weight Gain

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Question:
I wonder if anyone else has experienced weight gain from their antidepressant. In the two years I have been taking Zoloft, I've gained 30 pounds. I'd always been told that if it affected weight at all, it was in the opposite direction. Anyone have my experience or have any insights about it?

Answer:
Have been taking Luvox for three years, and have gained 15 pounds. I've definitely noticed a weight gain with Zoloft. Am currently taking Prozac about every other day; while not gaining much, can't lose any in spite of eating very little. Part of the problem may be that the desire for carbohydrates and sugary items seems to be enhanced by the SRI's. Been taking Zoloft for 3 years, and have gained about 20-30 pounds. Have heard that this is fairly normal, in that this effect you hypothalamus and your basic metabolism rate. I guess on the positive side, I feel a hell of a lot better about life in general! I experience a weight gain with Zoloft, but in my case I need the weight gain. Unfortunately, I have not followed up with an exercise program, so I have an additional 20 pounds; now I need to lose. Anyone concerned about weight gain should check with their doctor. But most important, exercise. It helps ward off the really lousy depression symptoms that prop up.






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