Imran Khan Imran Khan Asked 8 months ago

Does propranolol cause weight loss?

I started taking Propranolol for my high blood pressure a few months ago. I've actually noticed a slight decrease in my weight since then. Could Propranolol be contributing to weight loss, or is it just a coincidence?

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Aditya Rao Aditya Rao Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Actually, propranolol is a beta-blocker that lowers your heart rate, which usually leads to weight gain rather than weight loss. If you are experiencing sudden weight loss, you should track your daily calorie intake on an app and consult your doctor to find the real cause.

Baldev Singh Baldev Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Beta, usually propranolol does not cause weight loss; in fact, it can sometimes make you gain a little weight. Focus on simple home-cooked meals like dal-roti and don't worry too much, but always follow your doctor's advice on these matters.

Shalini Mehra Shalini Mehra Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Nahi, isse weight loss nahi hota hai, balki thoda weight gain hi ho sakta hai slow metabolism ki wajah se. If you are losing weight rapidly, please doctor se consult karo na, ignore mat karna.

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Vikas Jain Vikas Jain Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Propranolol generally tends to cause a slower metabolic rate, which makes weight loss difficult. If you are losing weight, make sure you are eating nutrient-dense vegetarian meals with enough proteins and healthy fats, and talk to your physician about this reaction.

Anita Sen Anita Sen Joined May 2026 6 months ago

According to medical research, propranolol is associated with weight gain or weight maintenance, not weight loss. My doctor explicitly told me that any unexplained or rapid weight loss while on this drug needs to be clinically investigated immediately.

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Meera Krishnan Meera Krishnan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I was on propranolol for high blood pressure for over a year. I never experienced any weight loss; rather, it made me slightly sluggish. If you are losing weight unexpectedly on this drug, please contact your doctor to rule out any other issues.

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