Sandhya Prakash Sandhya Prakash Asked 9 months ago

Can proton pump inhibitors cause weight gain?

I've been taking proton pump inhibitors for my acidity for quite some time now. I've also noticed a steady weight gain, which is unusual for me. Can proton pump inhibitors cause weight gain as a side effect?

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Baldev Raj Baldev Raj Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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I have been on acidity medicines and BP tablets for years now. These acidity pills can sometimes slow down digestion or make you feel less bloated, leading to eating more. It is very important to get regular health checkups and manage weight through light daily walks.

Meera Rawat Meera Rawat Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Hey, don't worry too much about this. Sometimes when your severe acidity gets cured by these medicines, your appetite naturally goes up and you end up eating more comfortably, which can lead to a little weight gain. Just keep an eye on your portions and eat home-cooked meals.

Varun Grover Varun Grover Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

To be honest, direct weight gain from PPIs is pretty rare. It is usually because your stomach feels much better, so you stop skipping meals and start craving food again. Just track what you eat and you will be fine.

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Neha Sharma Neha Sharma Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Yes, it happens to some people! Because once that annoying heartburn is gone, eating becomes fun again! Just stick to healthy snacks instead of deep-fried food and you'll easily keep your weight in check.

Aakash Mehta Aakash Mehta Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Oh god, I had this exact same fear when my doctor put me on PPIs for my acid reflux! I kept searching online and got so stressed thinking I would balloon up. But honestly, I only gained a tiny bit of weight because I was finally eating without pain, so try not to stress too much.

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