HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Medication For Depression That Doesn't Cause Weight Gain

default
Posted on Mon, 30 Jul 2018
Question: LIST OF MEDICATION FOR DEPRESSION THAT DOES NOT CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN
doctor
Answered by Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Antidepressants with least weight gain.

Detailed Answer:
Hello thanks for asking from HCM

Antidepressants are known to cause weight gain. The antidepressants which are associated with least weight gain are-

Bupropion

Duloxetine

Nortriptyline

Venlafaxine

Sertraline etc


Thanks and take care

Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi

Psychiatrist

Practicing since :2007

Answered : 5193 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Suggest Medication For Depression That Doesn't Cause Weight Gain

Brief Answer: Antidepressants with least weight gain. Detailed Answer: Hello thanks for asking from HCM Antidepressants are known to cause weight gain. The antidepressants which are associated with least weight gain are- Bupropion Duloxetine Nortriptyline Venlafaxine Sertraline etc Thanks and take care