Paxil

[celestw]

I have been prescribed Paxil but heard that the SSRI Paxil is the worst offender in causing weight gain, is there a way i can avoid gaining weight while on Paxil or is it inevitable that i’m going to gain weight, i’m incredibly worried..

[Ladybug9]

Unfortunately, there isn't BUT keep in mind that not everyone gains or loses weight on a medication. I was on Prozac for years and it never affected my weight. I would rather you gain a little bit of weight than to see you depressed or have anxiety! You will still be the same person whether you lose or gain a bit of weight!

[celestw in reply to Ladybug9]

so there’s really no way to prevent weight gain from this medication even if i diet and exercise? i also have high blood pressure and i managed to loose over 30 pounds last year to get my physical health on track, i was very proud of myself and i don’t want to gain it all back, especially with my condition the medication i have says it’s the worst in gaining weight and the hardest to get off of, should i ask about switching meds before it’s too late?

[Ladybug9 in reply to celestw]

I don't know anyone who has taken Paxil that gained weight on them. There ARE many types of anti-depressants that do cause weight gain but I don't believe Paxil is one of them. I've heard that Paxil is one of the best anti-depressants that has been around for a long time.

Which antidepressants cause the most weight gain?

The antidepressants most likely to cause weight gain include amitriptyline (Brand name: Elavil), mirtazapine (Remeron), paroxetine (Paxil, Brisdelle, Pexeva), escitalopram (Lexapro), sertraline (Zoloft), duloxetine (Cymbalta), and citalopram (Celexa).

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You can gain weight on a lot of these meds just keep in mind you might gain 5/7 lbs but often you can take it off there’s the tired adjustment period that I think causes some of this too. Just watch your diet awhile lower carbs and sugar yes to protein twice a day and veg. Watch for hidden sugar