Anti depressent tablets and weight gain

slimmy120 · April 9, 2008

Doctor put me on xydep 100 - which is a sertraline anti depressant, he knows i have the band, said should not be a problem he doesnt think. Any ideas? does it cause weight gain, going through stressful time not because of band but other personal problems at moment, do they put on weight?? that way know must deal with less calories , or more excercise, any reasearch help on this much much appreciated!!

gisellehuet · April 9, 2008

What are the side effects of your pills? I take Celexa 40mg even befornd and I did not get weight, and the surgon did not think it would be a problem. I would research those pills and remember it takes time for them to start working.

Good luck

ellen · April 9, 2008

Hi Slimmy

Ive been taking Lustral for a long time (I think that's sertraline). It can cause weight gain after the first few months because it causes carbohydrate cravings. Mind you the band restricts the quantity you can eat so that will take care of that. If your band is tight dont take the pill on an empty stomach at night as it can cause you to throw up (dangerous for your band). Instead take it several hours before you lie down and with food.

Ellen

slimmy120 · April 10, 2008

Thanx for advice will take before bed, will take with food mid morning, i remember couldnt sleep for about a week or so when was on them before, or that may have been from stress, and yes i did use to feel nausea that explains why was taking them at the wrong time. I remember i ever put on or lost weight cant remember now, but the cravings for carbs now you say i will be more observant and watch, do the Proteins and good vegie bits first or try try too. i cant remember if it was sugar as well, been on them 1 week and craving sugar, but may be because it is that time of the month.

tinydancer · April 12, 2008

I'm actually on the antidepressant Wellbutrin and it is wonderful. In fact, I specifically switched to that one, because it is one of the only ones that will not cause you to gain weight. I actually lost when I switched to it. Of course it's important to talk through all the pros and cons of each type of pill with your doctor, but maybe it would work out better for you? Good luck friend, I will say a prayer for you!

slimmy120 · April 12, 2008

I'm actually on the antidepressant Wellbutrin and it is wonderful. In fact, I specifically switched to that one, because it is one of the only ones that will not cause you to gain weight. I actually lost when I switched to it. Of course it's important to talk through all the pros and cons of each type of pill with your doctor, but maybe it would work out better for you? Good luck friend, I will say a prayer for you!

Thank you for you information, have noted the name and will discuss with doctor when go next,god bless.