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Zoloft & Weight

Hi,
I started taking Zoloft about a week ago. I'm on 25 mg right now, which is one tablet a day, and next week I'm supposed to increase to 50 mg-- two tablets. Mentally and physically, I feel so much better. I also lost around 5 lbs without changing my diet or exercising more than usual. I'm not complaining about the loss, but I've read that gaining weight is a popular side affect. Does weight gain happen to everyone? Do you lose weight first? How much do you gain? Is it preventable? I'm very scared that I will end up at my highest weight ever and not be able to lose it. Help me!
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I put on a lot of weight with Zoloft, Luvox, Effexor but I think it depends on your metabolism.  I also had a fall and blew my knee which put me out of comission as far as exercise goes for a long time because I was afraid of falling and still am.  Get lots of exercise and I really believe you will be okay. I was overdosed on Effexor and became a zombie.  Didn't do anything but sit in my lazy'girl' chair and watch tv.  Boy am I paying for it now.  Good luck. I am trying to get off Effexor and so far so good.  
Mary Ann
Calgary
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I also want to know if losing weight is a popular symptom. Thank you all!
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