Question 1

does prozac (fluoxetine) lead to weight loss because of the change in neurotransmitters? after stopping does the drug change things around or can the brain go back

Accepted Answer

Balance chemical : Prozac (fluoxetine) usually cause weight gains. Antidepressant is used to balance the neuro transmitters in your brain. After you stop it does affect some part of your brain. Sometimes it will restore your brain function if your body can make up the low neurotransmitter, but , unfortunately, sometimes your body can not make up the different, then you go back to previous stage. Everybody respond differently.

Question 2

took 40 prozac for 2yrs for anxiety/ocd. stopped 8 months ago.used to cause weight gain. if i start again any chance itll cause weight loss this time?

Accepted Answer

Depression/ OCD Trea: I commend you for your functioning without Prozac for 8 months.
Let Wise woman in you reflect at this time:
•	Severity of Anxiety
•	Severity of OCD
•	Effect on your functioning in school, work, and relationships
•	Concern about physical appearance
•	Present weight, diet and daily exercise
See Psychiatrist for:
•Present Diagnosis
•Need for Prozac or another medication
•Therapy to cope with stresses

Question 3

prozac (fluoxetine) weight fluctuation common? expected to lose weight.

Accepted Answer

Not very common: Prozac (fluoxetine) is supposed to be weight neutral.  I have seen people gain and lose weight on it, but i suspect the weight change is from changes in their depressive symptoms.  Remember, depression can cause changes in appetite either lowering or increasing, so if you're getting better, appetite should move toward normal.

Question 4

is it possible to lose weight while on seroquel and prozac? i've lost 8 pounds but can't seem to lose any more weight. i am 180 lbs.

Accepted Answer

Possible but varies: Nutrition choices, fitness plan, self-discipline, motivation and good sleep have impact on weight and general health for anyone including those on medication that may cause weight gain. For most weight is manageable. Others may need med change. Must weigh med benefit with med side effect. Work with prescriber to find plan that works for you. Seek a virtual consult. Best regards for good health.

Question 5

50mgpaxil for 18 years last dose was dec.6th switched over to prozac 60mg to lose weight, lost six pounds, should i go back on paxil,feeling depressed?

Accepted Answer

Try higher dose.: You should report the med response to the doctor who prescribed the med. Prozac can be raised to 80 mg/day. You can take this dose for 1-2 months. If you don't notice an improvement in your mood, then talk to him or her about switching back to Paxil.

Question 6

i have bad constant weight gain as a result of prozac for gad.diet & exercise doesnt work.doc said taking lactobacillus gasseri will help lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Preliminary data include:
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0882401012001106

Ultimately, staying on a drug or not is a decision you should make with the help of the prescriber based upon your response thus far and the observed risks.

Question 7

for beginning level bipolar disorder,using solian for 3 years. also i have been prozac for 2 years for the obsession triggering effects of solian. i got 15 kg and  belly fat.side effects of the medicine?how can i lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Weight issues.:  Per Drugs.Com,  Solian (amisulpride) can be associated  with weight gain or loss in 1% to 10% of people.  Regarding metabolic changes -anorexia (not disorder) has been reported in up to 17 % of people taking Prozac &amp; increased appetite has occured in 1 to 10%. If your are struggling with weight please consider working with a nutritionist.

Question 8

is it safe to take fluoxetine while taking 37.5mg of phenteramine for weight loss? are there any interactions?

Accepted Answer

: There is moderate interaction but you can use both together as long as you are closely monitored by your doctor for the effectiveness of weight loss and the adverse effects. If you are currently stable on current dose of Fluoxetine more than 3 months, it is relatively safe to use Phentermine.

Question 9

does fluoxetine cause weight gain or weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Prozac (fluoxetine): It originally was introduced as being weight neutral, but there are exceptional cases where we see weight changes either up or down.

Question 10

why i am losing weight while in fluoxetine even though i am eating more ?

Accepted Answer

Improvement: It may be you are exercising more, or more active, and your mood is improving, resulting in healthier behaviors or lifestyle. It may also be a result of less stress eating with depression or anxiety.

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Does prozac (fluoxetine) lead to weight loss because of the change in neurotransmitters? after stopping does the drug change things around or can the brain go back

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Took 40 prozac for 2yrs for anxiety/ocd. stopped 8 months ago.used to cause weight gain. if i start again any chance itll cause weight loss this time?

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Prozac (fluoxetine) weight fluctuation common? expected to lose weight.

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Is it possible to lose weight while on seroquel and prozac? i've lost 8 pounds but can't seem to lose any more weight. i am 180 lbs.

A member asked:

50mgpaxil for 18 years last dose was dec.6th switched over to prozac 60mg to lose weight, lost six pounds, should i go back on paxil,feeling depressed?

A member asked:

I have bad constant weight gain as a result of prozac for gad.diet & exercise doesnt work.doc said taking lactobacillus gasseri will help lose weight?

A member asked:

For beginning level bipolar disorder,using solian for 3 years. also i have been prozac for 2 years for the obsession triggering effects of solian. i got 15 kg and belly fat.side effects of the medicine?how can i lose weight?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take fluoxetine while taking 37.5mg of phenteramine for weight loss? are there any interactions?

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Does fluoxetine cause weight gain or weight loss?

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Why i am losing weight while in fluoxetine even though i am eating more ?

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