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Escitalopram
I have been taking escitalopram from last 20 days
I have gained 8kgs
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how escitalopram can cause weight gain?
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It’s unlikely that a drug can directly cause drastic weight gain, that too 8kgs in 20 days. It increases hunger and that in turn leads to more calorie intake. You can consume stuff that has less calorific value such as oats, proteins, fruits and vegetables to avoid weight gain.
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It is highly unlikely that just 2-3 weeks use of Escitalopram would have caused weight gain / increased appetite
Incase you feel you swelling ( edema ) over your body especially feet / ankle / facial puffiness that could be causing apparent wt gain
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Do review back with your treating psychiatrist at the earliest to understand the underlying issue / investigations
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