Rohan Kulkarni Rohan Kulkarni Asked 4 months ago

Does prozac cause weight gain or weight loss?

My doctor recently suggested Prozac for my depression. I'm trying to gather more information, but I've heard conflicting things about its effect on weight – some say it causes gain, others say loss. Which is more common or likely to happen with this medication?

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Aman Verma Aman Verma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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It can go either way depending on how your body reacts. Some people lose appetite initially, others gain later.

Manju Devi Manju Devi Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

You can try drinking herbal teas to keep your metabolism steady and healthy. But please don't self-medicate or stop this medicine on your own, talk to your doctor for any major issues.

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Consult a dietary specialist

Karan Shergill Karan Shergill Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

It varies from person to person. As long as you maintain a structured diet plan and do at least 30-45 minutes of daily exercise, you can easily manage any weight changes.

Sister Shiny Joseph Sister Shiny Joseph Joined May 2026 4 months ago

In my years of practice, I have seen patients experience both. Usually, in the first few weeks, it might decrease appetite, but later it can stabilize. Always discuss any drastic changes with your doctor.

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Rohit Sen Rohit Sen Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Don't let these thoughts stress you out. For some, it causes minor weight loss early on, and some gain weight later as their mood improves. Focus on getting better first, we are here for you.

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