Depression is a common psychological disorder that affects the quality of life for many people. In the process of depression, medication is a commonly used method. However, some patients may be concerned that medications** may cause weight gain or other physical discomforts. So, can you gain weight by taking medicine for depression?
First, we need to understand the types of drugs for depression and the mechanism of action. Antidepressant medications mainly relieve depressive symptoms by regulating the levels of chemicals in the brain. While different types of drugs have different mechanisms of action, they all alleviate depressive symptoms by increasing neurotransmitter levels in the brain.
So, do these drugs cause weight gain?In fact, the effect of antidepressant medications on weight varies from individual to individual. Some patients may experience weight gain after starting the drug**, mainly due to the effect of the drug on metabolism. However, this is not the case for all patients. In addition, weight gain may also be associated with other factors such as increased appetite after mood improvement, lifestyle changes, etc.
If a patient experiences weight gain or other physical discomfort during the medication**, they can try to lose weight by controlling their diet and increasing exercise.
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