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Jess676

Updated 3mo ago

Weight Gain on Escitalopram vs Prozac: Seeking Advice

I have been on Escitalopram for years, and put on a ton of weight.. Unfortunately it's not working anymore, so my doctor has changed me to Prozac. Do others find weight gain with Prozac like Escitalopram? Also does anyone find one better than the other for depression/anxiety? Thanks

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Some users reported that they lost weight when they switched from Escitalopram (Lexapro) to Fluoxetine (Prozac). They also mentioned feeling better mentally after the switch. However, it's important t...See More

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CozyVibez

3mo

Prozac worked much better for me, and it helped me drop a bunch of weight!

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