Anti-Depressants with the Lap-Band

[Ms_C 1]

So, I was diagnosed with depression a couple of months ago and was prescribed with Lexapro. I understand that Lexapro may increase weight. I have the medication but I'm not taking it the way i'm suposed to because i'm scared I'll gain weight. My question is if any one has taken Lexapro or any other anti-depressants and what were the pros and cons?

Thank you in advance,

Claudia

[mandyb 3]

I take prozac. I have had no problems!

[kcharr77 0]

i took lexapro years ago-and hated it! i have been on zoloft for 2 years now and it is great-BUT i am on it for anxiety so don't know if that would make a difference if you are needing it for depression?

[mattie7632 24]

I take Effexor with 0 problem. I asked my doc if the med would possibly hinder my weight loss and he said no, many of his patients are or were on anti-depressents.

[spoiltmom 44]

I'm on a combo of Prozac and Wellbutrin. I haven't gained weight from either of them.

[oldoneyoungagain 200]

Actually both Prozac and Wellbutrin will help with food cravings and also with weight loss.

[spoiltmom 44]

Yes they sure do. The Wellbutrin also gives me tons of energy.

[mattie7632 24]

Hey, I have tons of wellbutrin in my stash. Does it really help with those cravings? My hardest time is at night when I want to snack so bad but if Wellbutrin is that good I might give it a try!

Yes they sure do. The Wellbutrin also gives me tons of energy.

[spoiltmom 44]

I'm on it for depression BUT it has given me energy, curbed my appetite and helped with my cravings. It is actually known to cause weight loss in most people.

I love it and the pills I got are very small.

[mattie7632 24]

I actually have a prescription for it I just never took it.

Do you recommend taking it in the a.m. or p.m., if I want to have the appetite curbing effects at it's best after dinner time......or does it just last the same for the whole 24 hours?

[spoiltmom 44]

It's supposed to be extended release/24 hours. I take mine in the morning.

[lovemysgt 4]

I AM ON WELLBUTRIN AND WOW I <3 IT I HAVE MORE ENERGY AND FEEL BETTER ABOUT MYSELF

[ThinSIstaSoon 2]

I take prozac for anxiety and can really tell the difference in my energy level when I miss a pill. I have lost 21 lbs in 2 1/2 months plus 2 sizes!

[123crod 170]

I took Lexapro for 2 years. One of those years was when I was first banded. It helped a lot but after 2 years I switched back to Zoloft as it seems to work better for me. It (lexapro) did not cause any weight gain. But the Zoloft at a high dose causes really bad carb cravings. The only antidepressant I have been on that made me gain weight was Paxil I put on 40 lbs with it.

Cheri

[Ms_C 1]

Thank you for the great advice ladies. I have been taking Lexapro for 4 months on an off and I've gained approximately 12 lbs. Which is even more depressing. Also, it makes me super tired and all I want to do is sleep. I will consult with my dr. to see about a switch.

Thank you once again!