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macaque

Updated 11mo ago

Concerns about weight gain on Lexapro

I am supposed to start Lexapro. I gained a lot of weight while on zoloft (but it might not be the root cause) and I've heard people having weight gain on Lexapro as well. I can't afford to gain any more weight. Doc said it's unlikely...

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Weight gain is a common side effect of Lexapro, but it may not affect everyone. It's important to discuss your concerns with your doctor and monitor your weight while on the medication.

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Motley

1y

I hate to say it but for me at least, Lexapro is the only med that has ever caused me to gain weight. Which for me is a really good thing. Prozac made me lose weight, which I hear is common since it's activating rather than sedating, maybe you could try that?
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macaque

1y

I meant to reply not chat whoops! Thanks for your response!
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Mafuyu

1y

Ugh, the weight gain from Lexapro is what made me stop using it! I started taking it in 5th grade, and went from around 120 Lbs. to around 190~200 Lbs. in a matter of months; it was quite dramatic. I’ve still found it hard to get rid of that weight since then! I remember that it really did help with my issues, but the weight gain was too much for me, especially since I was just a kid.
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macaque

1y

I went from 160 to 220 on zoloft which is why I'm so mad. My doctor said "zoloft doesn't really do that" well it did for me!!!
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consciousitalics

1y

I've been on lexapro for over 20 years and didn't gain weight on it. The only meds I gained weight on were anti psychotics
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YeeMcGee

1y

I lost weight (~10 lbs) on Lexapro, but that was probably because I ate more when I was depressed. You'll have to see, hopefully it works out for you!
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Gingersnap2091

1y

Lexapro and Wellbutrin are two meds that worked great for me
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MakGyver

1y

Just don't take any type of tetracycline. That has some nasty reactions.

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