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Can Fluoxetine Cause Weight Gain?

would like to know if the flusxetie 10 what are the side effects, l have been in menopause for 11 years only 53 and l find l get up tight depressed here and there not a lot but just hits all the sudden. my doctor said this helps for menopause and other things to make it easier in life. Does it put weight on l am only 5 ft 100 lbs tiny lady always have been don t want to have to worry about that.
Wed, 6 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you are wondering if Fluoxetine cause weight gain. Well there can be many side effects of fluoxetine like anxiety , cold sweats , confusion , diarrhea etc . It can also cause weight gain by increasing hunger as its side effects . But if your are taking it in appropriate dose and for limited time period there is no harm . Dose and time period should be decided by doctor in your best interest So i would suggest you to take your medicine regularly as per prescription . If your counter any problem then consult your doctor may discuss the condition . Doctor may alter the dose or prescribe substitute .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Can Fluoxetine Cause Weight Gain?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you are wondering if Fluoxetine cause weight gain. Well there can be many side effects of fluoxetine like anxiety , cold sweats , confusion , diarrhea etc . It can also cause weight gain by increasing hunger as its side effects . But if your are taking it in appropriate dose and for limited time period there is no harm . Dose and time period should be decided by doctor in your best interest So i would suggest you to take your medicine regularly as per prescription . If your counter any problem then consult your doctor may discuss the condition . Doctor may alter the dose or prescribe substitute . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari