I'm currently on Viibryd, lamotrigine and Vraylar. Valium just in case. Major Depressive disorder, Bipolar 1, generalized anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD plus I take A LOT of vitamins (gastric bypass April 2023). My weight has started to increase significantly as of recently. Since I have leveled out from surgery. 10-15 plus pounds in past couple months. Same appetite, same varying exercises, same portion control and caloric intake. Any suggestions? As I have seen many medications cause a lot of weight gain in others. Thank you for any information. I do see my psychiatrist soon to talk with her as well, regarding the weight gain.
What antidepressants do NOT cause weight gain?
Question posted by emclaeys1221 on 16 hours ago
Last updated on 21 September 2025 (14 hours ago) by WildcatVet
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WildcatVet
14 hours ago
Hi, emclaeys!
Unfortunately, most if not all antidepressants/antipsychotics have the potential to cause weight gain in some users. Fortunately, every person responds in a different way to these meds so even if you have to switch chances are you may not have the same effect.
Just for the record:
Viibryd Common (1% to 10% of users): Increased appetite, increased weight.
lamotrigine Common (1% to 10% of users): Weight decrease, weight gain.
Vraylar Very common (10% or more of users): Weight gain (up to 17%).
It's good you'll get professional advice soon.
Regards, Wildcat
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