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Anti Depressants - Side effects
Hello Doc,
I have been on anti anxiety medications since last one year and my weight has increased tremendously. Its 95 kgs now. I am unable to handle it.. and.. i want to lose weight.
Is there any alternative available?? Why does these medicines cause so much of Weight gain?? I gained 7 kgs in a span of 3 months. Please advise. I am not happy inside out.
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For some they cause weight gain. There are 2 ways to handle this. Switch to anti anxiety medications which have less or propensity for weight gain, but they can have less effect, or add a medicine which neutralises the weight gain side effect of anti anxiety medications already on. Consult any psychiatrist online or in person. Good luck.
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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani
Addiction Psychiatrist
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Srinagar
Hello,
There are medications for anxiety and depression which don't lead to weight gain. Consult your psychiatrist and explore different option.
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