prozac and weight gain

A:It is HIGHLY unlikely to gain weight from prozac. In fact, many people lose while taking it - 'tis one of the very few that has this effect, and it tends to work very well for depression.

A:There is another SSRI (Cymbalta). I was on this for a year or so. It never caused any wt. gain, in fact I actually lost some wt. Check out the write up on this. "Studies of Cymbalta and weight loss have shown that up to 11 percent of people taking the medication reported a loss of appetite, and up to 2 percent of the people reported weight loss. People lost about one to three pounds on average while taking Cymbalta. Although it is not entirely clear as to why Cymbalta causes weight loss, it is believed that other side effects of the medication, such as a loss of appetite, nausea, and diarrhea, may contribute to the weight loss."

A:Identifying Prozac side effects In the last several years, Prozac (Fluoxetine) has become the most widely prescribed anti-depressant in the western world. Besides treating depression, Prozac is used to treat obsessive-compulsive and panic disorders. It is the oldest SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor, meaning it works by altering the action of the neurotransmitter, serotonin in the brain), with twenty years of research behind it showing now known long-term side effects. Prozac has few side effects when compared to other anti-depressant drugs. These side effects may include dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, sedation, and weight gain. So how do you know that what you are experiencing is in fact a Prozac side effect? Well, if you are experiencing a symptom that wasn't there previously, it's most probably a Prozac side effect. Prozac is associated with insomnia, restlessness, nausea, and tension headaches, which normally go away within one to two weeks from the time it was first taken. One possible Prozac side effect, which remains for the time it is taken, is its effect on your sex life. It often reduces desire and can delay or interfere with orgasm, in both women and men. Fatigue and memory loss are other possible problems. These side effects subside when you stop taking the drug. In some people, the effectiveness of Prozac seems to diminish with time. So, if you are experiencing a new symptom that you did not have before starting your course of Prozac, it is probably a Prozac side effect. http://www.panic-anxiety.com/articles/prozac-fluoxetine/ What side effects may occur? Return to top Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Prozac. Side effects may include: Abnormal dreams, abnormal ejaculation, abnormal vision, anxiety, diarrhea, diminished sex drive, dizziness, dry mouth, flu-like symptoms, flushing, gas, headache, impotence, insomnia, itching, loss of appetite, nausea, nervousness, rash, sex-drive changes, sinusitis, sleepiness, sore throat, sweating, tremors, upset stomach, vomiting, weakness, yawning http://www.pdrhealth.com/drug_info/rxdrugprofiles/drugs/pro1362.shtml I therefore do not think gain weight is one of the side effects of Prozac.

A:Yes- it does list weight changes as a side effect.

A:I imagine if the issues that caused the need for prozac are still not fixed - you may be filling that need with food or drink. You may also not be as active, perhaps? It's possible that prozac could have dampened cravings, increased your metobolic rate Get walking, get out, get moving - this may help as well..