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I just started lexapro/cipralex for anxiety. how likely will i gain weight if i stick to my current diet which is fairly healthy and work out regime?

Q: i just started lexapro/cipralex for anxiety. how likely will i gain weight if i stick to my current diet which is fairly healthy and work out regime?

: Though lexapro cause weight gain, not everyone gains weight, maybe 40% of the patients. It also depends how active you are and how healthy you are eating.Avoid smoking; be active and exercise regularly, avoid processed meat, excess carbohydrates and you should be okay in all likelihood.

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Though lexapro cause weight gain, not everyone gains weight, maybe 40% of the patients. It also depends how active you are and how healthy you are eating.Avoid smoking; be active and exercise regularly, avoid processed meat, excess carbohydrates and you should be okay in all likelihood.

Answered 3/6/2023

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I just started lexapro/cipralex for anxiety. how likely will i gain weight if i stick to my current diet which is fairly healthy and work out regime?

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