does this drug make you gain weight? My doctor prescribed this but I been reading up on it and it says weight gain.
Sertraline side effects please help!?
Question posted by blazecat123 on 21 Sep 2021
Last updated on 21 September 2021
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WildcatVet
21 Sep 2021
Hi, blazecat!
About 1-10% of users might experience weight changes but it can go either way:
"Common (1% to 10%): Anorexia, increased/decreased appetite, weight increased/decreased"
Unfortunately, most psychotropic medications have the potential to cause weight gain.
Sertraline (Zoloft) is considered to be one of the most weight neutral antidepressants.
blazecat123
22 Sep 2021
Thank you! I been reading up on this before taking it.
WildcatVet
22 Sep 2021
Always a good idea when starting a new medication!
Take care and good luck with it.
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