Posted by Cam W. on April 15, 2000, at 3:08:08
In reply to meds and weight gain, posted by lynny 2 on April 14, 2000, at 20:55:41
Lynny - I think that the weight gain seen with SSRIs differs from that of the TCA in some slightly different ways. TCA weight gain may have more to do with anticholinergic effects, while SSRIs may cause weight gain through stimulation of some serotonin receptor. There are also a number of other receptors (maybe adrenergic, muscarinic and some others that I can't think of at the moment) that come into play in both drugs to cause weight gain, as well. It is not a simple process. Perhaps it has a little to do with a decrease in metabolism, couple with a carbohydrate craving. You say you do not eat any different, but keep a log of everything you eat. See if some junk food is sneaking it's way into your diet. I do see that happen a lot. It happened to me on Paxil. I didn't even realize I was eating so many peppermints and crackers as I passed the cupboard. I found that vigorous exercise was the only way to get rid of the weight, as well as keeping a journal of everything (and I do mean everything, even gum) I ate. Hope this helps - Cam W.
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