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Lexapro

A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Mountville, PA

does it cause weight gain?

March 13, 2018
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

I have been taking the generic version (Escitalopram) for over a year now and have not gained any real weight. (for what it's worth)

March 14, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I'm taking it up again. It was the first anti-depresant I ever took and I never gained weight from it. As always, consult your doctor.

March 15, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I gained with it nd my gp told me its very high up thete for putting on weight so b carefull hun.xc

March 13, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

hi. not when I was on it. My daughter is on it now and so far no gaining. Good luck.

March 13, 2018

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