Can paxil (paroxetine) cause weight loss?

Weight loss is a: Possible side effect of paxil (paroxetine).

Most often wt gain: In my experience, wt gain ; decreased libido are frequently side effects of paxil; while weight loss, if it occurs, is usually only in the beginning, often changing to wt gain after a few months. Can be exceptions, of course, and perhaps your wt loss will persist. If you have started paxil, (paroxetine) however, ; later decide with your provider to stop it, taper extremely gradually to avoid bad withdrawal.

Paxil (paroxetine) & wt.: Weight gain is more likely, especially at higher doses.

Not usual side effec: This is not a usual side effect. However if there are other adverse reactions ( which are not common) such as diarrhea, nausea, hyponatremia and others , these could result in weight loss. Also depression often brings about diminished appetite which of course leads to weight loss. The bottom line is that you want to work closely with your doctor and monitor any changes that you are going through.