Will Lexapro cause weight gain?!


Question: Will Lexapro cause weight gain.?
just wondering, im taking lexapro for depression and wondering will this increase weight.? My next visit to the doctor aint for a month and am just wondering.

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hmm, i think it may actually cause weight LOSS
im not sure if im thinking of the right name though..
ill check and edit :)

*sorry, i was thinking of a different one! i looked it up, and yes, it MAY cause weight gain, but sie effects vary from person to person :)Health Question & Answer

My friend was on that one because she has so much anxiety and too skinny and I was at the apt with her, and he said it usually causes an increase in appetite, which will cause weight gain. He also said possible lack of sex drive. Zoloft you have no appetite...Health Question & Answer

i think alot of antidepressants cause weight gain, well, thats what ive been told by lots of doctors.
i was on lexapro. totally hated it.
hope it works for you though =]Health Question & Answer

I honestly think it all depends from person to person
Some people loose weight whereas other's gain weight
It all depends on how your body handles thingsHealth Question & Answer



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