Tanvi Sharma Tanvi Sharma Asked 4 months ago

Do adhd medication cause weight loss?

My cousin was recently prescribed medication for ADHD, and her mother is concerned about potential side effects. She heard that some ADHD medications can cause weight loss. Is this a common side effect to be aware of?

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Kunal Kapur Kunal Kapur Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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They actually suppress your appetite like crazy, so yes, weight loss happens because you just forget to eat. For a foodie like me, the idea of losing my cravings sounds like a nightmare, but it's a very common side effect.

Aditya Roy Aditya Roy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, stimulants often increase your metabolic rate and reduce appetite. I track my daily calories on an app, and when my friend started ADHD meds, his daily intake dropped by almost 800 calories without him realizing. It is important to monitor your food intake so you don't lose weight unhealthily.

Vikas Tomar Vikas Tomar Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Haan, weight loss to hota hai because appetite bilkul mar jati hai na. My cousin is taking it and he lost around 5 kgs in just two months. But doctor se baat karke diet set karna zaroori hai.

Sanjay Mishra Sanjay Mishra Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it causes weight loss because it reduces hunger, but don't ever think of using ADHD meds as a shortcut weight-loss pill. That is extremely dangerous for your heart. Take them only if a psychiatrist has prescribed them for ADHD.

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Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Yes, these heavy medicines reduce hunger, which causes weakness and weight loss. When my nephew faced this, we used to feed him nutrient-dense foods like dry fruit laddoos and banana shakes so he didn't lose too much strength.

Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Actually, yes yaar, appetite suppression is one of the main side effects. You just don't feel like eating anything for hours after taking the pill. It is quite a struggle to maintain a healthy weight on these meds.

Kriti Saxena Kriti Saxena Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it is super common to lose some weight on them because they keep you so focused that you literally forget lunchtime exists! Just make sure to keep a water bottle and quick snacks nearby so you stay energized.

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Dinesh Kamath Dinesh Kamath Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Yes, they do cause weight loss. I almost wish my doctor would prescribe me some of those so I could finally get rid of this stubborn belly fat without having to go to the gym!

Ayesha Khan Ayesha Khan Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Weight loss is a well-documented side effect of stimulant ADHD medications due to appetite suppression. However, significant or sudden weight loss should be monitored carefully. Consulting your doctor is best, as they can adjust the dosage or suggest a balanced meal plan.

Shalini Sen Shalini Sen Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I lost quite a bit of weight after starting my treatment and it actually made me super anxious. Did anyone else feel dizzy or worried about their rapid weight drop when they first started? I am constantly checking my scale.

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