Study pinpoints 3 common antidepressants tied to the most weight gain
Researchers have found that escitalopram, paroxetine, and duloxetine are the antidepressants tied to the highest risk of weight gain.
Some antidepressants contribute to weight gain more than others, study finds
Weight gain can be a side effect of antidepressants for some people. Here is how much weight you might gain on each of eight common antidepressants.
These Are the 3 Popular Antidepressants Likely to Cause Weight Gain
A new study compared commonly prescribed antidepressants — such as Wellbutrin, Zoloft and Lexapro — and found which ones are more likely to cause weight gain.
Some Antidepressants Tied to More Weight Gain Than Others
Bupropion also had lower estimated weight gain at 12 months (difference -0.71 kg, 95% CI -0.87 to -0.55 kg) and 24 months (difference -0.91 kg, 95% CI -1.14 to -0.66 kg) versus sertraline, they reported in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Continue reading
When It Comes to Weight Gain, Not All Antidepressants Are the Same
Bupropion users are 15% to 20% less likely to gain a significant amount of weight than those taking the most common antidepressant, sertraline, researchers reported July 2 in the
Here’s how much weight you could gain on these antidepressants
One of the most widely prescribed antidepressants, sertraline, also known by brand names Zoloft and Lustral, was associated with an average gain of nearly 0.5 pounds (0.2 kilograms) at six months. That rose to 3.2 pounds (1.46 kilograms) at 24 months ...
Eight Common Antidepressants Ranked by Weight Gain Potential
Eight commonly used antidepressants have been ranked by their weight gain potential.
Some antidepressants cause more weight gain than others, study finds
Certain first-line antidepressant medications are more likely than others to cause weight gain, according to a study in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Why it matters: Drug-related weight gain may deter some patients from starting or adhering to their prescriptions.
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Study discovers which antidepressants contribute to most weight gain
Not all medications tested led to weight gain, however. “Bupropion (Wellbutrin and Zyban) on average had a 15% lower risk of ...
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FDA Accepts Otsuka and Lundbeck’s Supplemental New Drug Application for Brexpiprazole to Treat Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Results from three randomized clinical trials show safety and efficacy of a brexpiprazole-sertraline combination in adult ...
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Brexpiprazole Plus Sertraline Under Review for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for review the supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for brexpiprazole in combination with sertraline for the treatment of adults with ...
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Weight Changes Caused by Common Antidepressant Medications
Study evaluating differences in weight gain among eight commonly prescribed antidepressants presents data linked to highest ...