Does wellbutrin cause weight gain?
My psychiatrist suggested Wellbutrin for my anxiety. I'm already struggling to manage my weight, so I want to know if this medication typically leads to weight gain. I don't want to add to my problems.
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5 months ago
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From what I have read on international medical boards, this drug is actually unique because it does not cause the typical weight gain associated with other antidepressants.
6 months ago
No, it actually tends to cause weight loss or has a completely neutral effect on body weight.
6 months ago
My son's appetite actually went down slightly when he started this. We had to ensure he ate regular meals so he wouldn't lose too much weight.
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5 months ago
Relax! It is famously called the 'happy, skinny pill' by many patients because it rarely ever causes weight gain. 😊
5 months ago
I just started it today and I am terrified of gaining weight. Has anyone actually gained weight on this, or is it mostly weight loss?
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6 months ago
My psychiatrist clarified that unlike SSRIs, Wellbutrin acts on dopamine and norepinephrine, which actually helps suppress appetite rather than increasing it.