Anil Singh Anil Singh Asked 5 months ago

Does buspirone cause weight loss?

My doctor suggested Buspirone, and I'm currently researching its side effects. I'm quite keen on maintaining my current weight, so I want to know if this medication could influence it. Does Buspirone cause weight loss, or is that not a typical side effect?

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Kriti Mehra Kriti Mehra Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Hey, don't stress too much about the weight stuff! Buspirone is generally weight-neutral. If you are losing some weight, it might just be because your stomach is feeling better now that you are less anxious. Just eat healthy!

Rohan Salunkhe Rohan Salunkhe Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Actually, it doesn't directly cause weight loss, yaar. But what happens is that when your anxiety goes down, you stop emotional eating or stress eating. So automatically your weight might drop a bit, which is actually a good thing.

Madhavan Pillai Madhavan Pillai Joined May 2026 5 months ago

When the mind is calm, the body naturally returns to its healthy balance. If you are losing weight, it could be your body shedding the heavy burden of chronic anxiety. Just stay positive, eat pure foods, and let the doctor guide you.

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Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I was just prescribed this medicine yesterday and I am a bit scared. Does it cause sudden weight loss or is it very gradual? I already have a very low body weight and don't want to lose any more.

Nikhil Kamath Nikhil Kamath Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

I didn't experience any significant weight loss while on this. Usually, major weight changes point to other lifestyle factors or stress levels. Keep a simple weekly log of your weight and show it to your doctor during your next follow-up.

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Beta, any medicine can affect your appetite initially. If you are feeling less hungry and losing weight, try having a small piece of ginger with salt before meals to improve digestion. If it continues, please consult your doctor.

Divya Swaminathan Divya Swaminathan Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

As someone managing PCOS, I monitor my weight very carefully. Buspirone didn't cause any major weight fluctuations for me, but since hormonal issues are tricky, I always advise keeping a record and sharing any changes with your specialist.

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