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Weight gain with citalopram

Weight gain with citalopram

My doctor recently put me on 20mg of citalopram a day for depression and BDD, after looking at the leaflet and reading reviews from people, I am very concerned that I may put on weight with this drug. Is citalopram usually associated with weight gain? Is this usually due to increased appetite? I am very worried about this as my issues with body image make weight gain a terrifying though for me..
Age
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21
Sex
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Female
Weight
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8st 8
Current Medications
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Citalopram
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People have reported gaining weight while on Citalopram, but there is no evidence that the drug is directly causing the weight gain. Starting antidepressant therapy can result in weight gain simply because as your mood improves, your appetite improves.  Maintaining a healthy diet and exercise program will help.
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