Does lexapro cause weight loss?

I am new here and my doctor just suggested Lexapro for my anxiety. Does the weight loss happen to everyone, or is it only for some people? I am already quite underweight, so I am a little worried about losing more.

Dealing with PCOS has made me very cautious about how medications affect our hormones. Lexapro can sometimes cause initial nausea or reduce emotional eating, leading to weight loss. But please do not assume this will happen for everyone; it is best to be gentle with your body.

In my experience managing hypertension, any medication can cause temporary metabolic shifts. While Lexapro is more commonly known for mild weight gain, initial nausea can cause some weight loss. Keep tracking your parameters and share them during your monthly checkup.

I also started overthinking when my weight dropped slightly in the first two weeks of starting this pill. I was convinced something was seriously wrong with my metabolism. But it turned out to be just temporary loss of appetite, so please try to stay calm.

I use a fitness tracker to log my daily calorie intake, and I noticed my active burn stayed the same but my food logging went down when I started Lexapro. The mild loss of appetite is common in the beginning. Try tracking your meals to ensure you are getting enough nutrition.

Yes, it can cause weight loss initially due to nausea or reduced appetite. Don't worry, your body is just adjusting.

Just like managing thyroid issues, any change in psychiatric medication requires close monitoring. If you are experiencing unexpected weight loss on Lexapro, please get a routine health panel done. Keep sharing your symptoms with your doctor during follow-ups.

I totally get it, experiencing sudden changes in your appetite can feel so unsettling. Lexapro can definitely cause some initial weight loss if you are feeling too nauseous to eat. Just try to take small, frequent meals and give your body some time to settle.

I once ignored rapid weight loss while taking self-prescribed supplements and ended up with severe nutritional deficiencies. Please do not ignore this symptom if it continues for more than a few weeks. Go get a proper evaluation from your doctor.

I lost about 4 kgs during my first month on Lexapro because of mild nausea. To manage this, I started taking the pill with a light meal instead of an empty stomach, which helped immensely. The nausea will pass, just give it a couple of weeks.

For some lucky folks, the constant urge to snack goes away once the anxiety settles down, which can lead to some weight loss! Just focus on taking your meds on time and staying happy.