Question:
Which antidepressant is best for us post ops to help with weight loss?

I have more anxiety than depression. Thanks for your help!    — Patra R. (posted on June 25, 2003)

June 25, 2003
Everyone's different. You'll probably have to do some experimenting before you find what works for you. Celexa is a good anti-anxiety med to take. But may not deal with the depressive part. Make sure you talk to a counselor and have guidance thru it all. Now, according to your question...technically NO antidepressant will help you lose weight -- so give up that notion (cause you know we'd all be knocking down the pharmacy like a lot of us did with Phen Fen). But it will help if you have a depressive/anxiety type personality. Good luck and God bless!
   — Kimberly L.

June 25, 2003
My doctor started me on Wellbutrin SR for anxiety and depression as he stated it is only one of the few anti-depressants that also helps you curb your appetite - plus - it makes you really thirsty, so you end up drinking more water. That's just one doctor's opinion, though. Also, I haven't had surgery yet, but my surgeon said I could stay on it after surgery. Good luck! Missy
   — Missy L.

June 25, 2003
I have had really good results with Paxil. It comes in liquid and I plan to use that postop.
   — bethybb

June 25, 2003
I take Wellbutrin SR, I just wish it was smaller. I'm scared of it getting stuck.
   — ladyphy