Deepika Nair Deepika Nair Asked 4 months ago

Does remeron cause weight gain?

My doctor recently prescribed Remeron for my condition, and I'm a bit concerned about the side effects. I read online that some people experience weight gain with this medication. Is that a common issue with Remeron?

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Anand Giri Anand Giri Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago
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Our bodies go through many changes when we are healing our minds. Remeron can increase your appetite, but stay positive and accept this phase of your life. Eat simple, mindful meals and trust that your health will balance out soon.

Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it is very famous for giving you major food cravings, especially for sweets! 🍰 But don't worry too much, just keep healthy snacks like roasted makhana and fruits nearby to munch on! Stay happy! ✨

Rohit Verma Rohit Verma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

I was on Remeron for six months and gained 8 kgs because it made me constantly hungry, especially at night. Once I got my mental health back on track, I slowly worked with my doctor to taper off and managed to lose the weight through regular gym sessions.

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Kriti Joshi Kriti Joshi Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

With conditions like PCOS, any medication that increases insulin resistance or appetite can be tricky. Remeron definitely caused some weight gain for me. Please discuss this concern with your psychiatrist so they can monitor your metabolic health closely.

Javed Khan Javed Khan Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Yes, weight gain and increased appetite are very common side effects of Remeron (Mirtazapine).

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Neha Sen Neha Sen Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I completely understand how stressful it is to choose between your mental peace and worrying about weight gain. It feels like a double-edged sword. Just know that your mental well-being is the top priority right now, and weight can always be managed later.

Subramanian Iyer Subramanian Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As a diabetic, I had to be extremely careful with Remeron because the carb cravings were intense and kept spiking my blood sugar. I had to consult my doctor to adjust my diabetes medication and follow a strict low-carb diet plan to manage both.

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