Will i necessarily gain weight on Lexapro and Ocella (generic Yasmin)?

Question

Hey everyone. I just started taking generic Yasmin called Ocella a week ago, and today I started on Lexapro. Supposedly, both of these medications are supposed to have a low chance of weight gain as compared to the others in it's class, but I am worried. Has anyone ever taken these? Did you gain weight? Is there a way to stop the weight gain while still eating healthy balanced meals? Why do they make you gain weight, what is the reason?

Thanks everybody.

Answer 1

I'm on Lexapro for five months and Yaz (Yasmin's little sister) for a year and haven't gained any weight. I assume a good diet/exercise combination will prevent you from gaining any if you're worried about it. I have no idea why they might cause weight gain though. Sorry!

Answer 2

Lexapro doesnt realy cause weight gain. i was on 20 mg daily and didnt gain a pound. yasmin im not so sure, but what causes weight gain is really unknown. for you it coud cause weight loss it depends on your body chemistry. sometimes, when your depressed u eat alot, so maybe with lexapro helping u not be depressed, you'll eat less thus losing weight. other times, it could make you hungry, and you start over eating, which cuases the weight gain. good luck!

Answer 3

Wieght gain is a possible side effect of Lexapro. I gained nearly 20 lbs. in six months and I go to the gym 4 times a week. My doctor switched me to Wellbutrin, I am slowly taking off the 20 lbs.