Girish Rao Girish Rao Asked 4 months ago

Does buspar cause weight gain?

My doctor has put me on Buspar, and while I'm hopeful it helps, I'm also mindful of potential changes in my body. I'm trying to maintain a healthy weight. Is weight gain a common side effect of Buspar?

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Karthik Subramanian Karthik Subramanian Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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My mother always tells me that any medicine can affect the body's natural balance and lead to changes in appetite. However, when I consulted my doctor about Buspar, he explained that it is generally weight-neutral and very unlikely to cause weight gain compared to other anxiety meds. I suggest trusting your doctor's guidance on this.

Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I was on Buspar for about eight months for my generalized anxiety and was really worried about my weight. Honestly, I didn't gain even a single kilo because of the medicine, and my appetite remained completely normal. Once my anxiety was managed, I actually felt more active and healthy.

Gopal Krishnan Gopal Krishnan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Since I have to monitor my blood sugar and weight very closely, I was relieved to find out that Buspar does not typically cause weight gain. It didn't affect my insulin resistance or food cravings at all. If you are taking it, just maintain your regular low-glycemic diet and you will be completely safe.

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Nisha Chawla Nisha Chawla Joined May 2026 4 months ago

When I first saw a slight change on the scale after starting Buspar, I panicked completely and thought it was the medicine's fault. But then I realized I was just eating more comfort food due to my stressful exams. Once I balanced my diet, my weight went right back to normal, so please don't worry.

Aditi Rao Aditi Rao Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Great news! Buspar is actually known for not causing weight gain. 😊 It's one of the few anxiety medicines that keeps your weight happy and stable. Just stay positive and keep focus on feeling better! ✨

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Shaji Thomas Shaji Thomas Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

From what I see in my daily practice, Buspar has a very clean profile when it comes to metabolic side effects. Unlike some other classes of psychiatric medications, it is highly unlikely to cause significant weight gain. Just take it as prescribed and don't worry too much about the scale.

Sunita Deshmukh Sunita Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

My son was prescribed this medicine by his doctor last year for his school-related anxiety. We were also very concerned about side effects, but he did not experience any weight gain at all. As a parent, I just made sure he was eating his timely home meals and keeping up with his football practice.

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