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My doctor prescribed lorien for depression. ive read it causes weight gain most frequently. im already on a weight management system with him. ?

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Modest: Fluoxetine Does cause weight gain.Usually initially some weight loss but the average person on the drug will gain 1-2 lbs a year.Some may say big deal but this is a big deal if on the mediaction for 10 years.Howeveer need to look at risk vs benefit withany drug that is chosen.

Answered 2/14/2019

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