Meena Das Meena Das Asked 8 months ago

Can glp 1 cause weight gain?

I was prescribed GLP-1 for weight management, but I'm worried about potential paradoxical effects. Is it possible that GLP-1 can actually cause weight gain instead of loss?

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Nikhil Kamath Nikhil Kamath Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Actually, GLP-1 is designed for weight loss and blood sugar control, not weight gain. If you are gaining weight, you should look at your daily calorie intake and check with your doctor to make sure your dose is correct.

Sanjay Verma Sanjay Verma Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I have been on GLP-1 for six months and I only lost weight, my appetite decreased drastically. I haven't heard of anyone gaining weight on it, but you should definitely ask your doctor to be sure.

Priyanka Patil Priyanka Patil Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

I actually gained a couple of kilos in my first week due to severe bloating and constipation from GLP-1. Once my digestion cleared up, the weight went down. Give it a bit of time and talk to your doctor.

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Aditya Roy Aditya Roy Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Bro, honestly GLP-1 is famous for making people lose weight, not gain it. If you are gaining, maybe you're eating more carbs or just bloated? Check with your doctor once to see what's up.

Sunita Rao Sunita Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Weight gain is highly unusual for GLP-1 medications. Since this is unexpected, you should get a full checkup done to see if there is any fluid retention or thyroid imbalance causing it. Better safe than sorry.

Rajeshwari Patel Rajeshwari Patel Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

GLP-1 usually reduces appetite, which helps us diabetic patients lose weight and control sugars. If you are gaining weight, it might be water retention or some other issue. Please consult your doctor and monitor your food intake carefully.

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

GLP-1 is meant to suppress appetite and aid fat loss, so gaining weight is very rare. Make sure you are tracking your calorie intake and doing some strength training to keep your metabolism active. Let your doctor know about this.

Karan Sharma Karan Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Usually, these medicines help with weight reduction, but everyone's body responds differently. Stay positive, keep eating healthy home-cooked food, and discuss your concerns calmly with your healthcare provider.

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