Posted by 4WD on September 14, 2004, at 14:04:37
In reply to Re: Effexor and weight gain? » 4WD, posted by saw on September 14, 2004, at 0:48:42
> Hi Marsha
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> Interesting question. I *do* get more hungry but have kept my eating under control to a large extent. I crave salty things and junk food all the time. Instead of giving in, I try to munch on fruit and fresh vegies. (I have the odd "moments" though). I also drink a lot of water. I haven't changed my eating habits since starting Effexor. Though I don't understand how, I would want to venture a guess and say it's the drug and not my eating habits that are causing my weight gain.
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> SabrinaThat *truly* sucks. I too crave salty stuff. Fatty, greasy, salty stuff. The funny thing though is that Effexor helped me control my bulimia (though not as well as Celexa or Paxil. With both of those, the bulimia completely disappeared with no effort on my part!) I've been so anxious lately though the only thing I can eat is salad. If I had to guess I'd say Cymbalta will be an appetite depressant.
Marsha
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