Karan Patel Karan Patel Asked 9 months ago

Does suboxone cause weight loss?

Without trying much, I've noticed I'm losing weight since I started Suboxone. My appetite has been a bit low too. Does Suboxone cause weight loss for some people, or is it usually weight gain?

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Aditya Verma Aditya Verma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Haha, weight loss as a side effect? Some people would actually pay for that! But seriously, if you are losing weight too fast, make sure you aren't just forgetting to eat between doses.

Rahul Goel Rahul Goel Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Weight loss can happen if appetite drops, but it is important to maintain muscle mass. If your doctor allows, try to start with light evening walks and focus on high-protein foods so you don't feel weak.

Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Please don't ignore sudden weight loss thinking it is normal. I once ignored constant fatigue and weight drop, and it became a bigger health issue later. Just get your routine blood tests done to be safe.

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Jaspreet Singh Jaspreet Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Listen, don't worry. Sometimes when the body adjusts to a treatment, appetite goes up and down, leading to weight changes. Just eat healthy home-cooked food and don't take stress, you are doing fine.

Sujata Hegde Sujata Hegde Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I always consult the specialists at Apollo whenever my weight fluctuates unexpectedly. It is always better to ask your doctor clearly rather than assuming it's just a common side effect of your therapy.

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Neelam Kothari Neelam Kothari Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get it, losing weight suddenly can make you feel weak and anxious about your health. Please take rest and try having small, frequent meals if you don't feel like eating big portions.

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