Why does Lexapro make you gain weight?

Answer 1

No, but many users of the "SSRI" type antidepressants and other psychiatric medicines do experience some weight gain, maybe 5-40 lbs. Not everybody will have side effects with ANY medicine. Sometimes switching from one med to another in the same group solves the problem, no particular one. It's one of benefit/impact ratios you'll have to weigh for yourself. Some people actually LOSE weight because when less depressed they are more active and have fewer junk food cravings. You'll know in a month or two. Lexapro is closely related to Celexa, and is supposed to be a formulation which has fewer side effects.

Answer 2

I don't know why Lexapro makes you gain weight, but it does. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. I was on this evil drug for four months and gained twenty pounds all while limiting myself to a daily intake of 1200-1500 calories and running 4 to six miles. What's the point of taking a drug to ease your depression when it drives you to your "suicide weight". Don't go on it!!

Answer 3

Yes it makes you a flabby fat kid. Drugs are bad.