Weight Gain From Pristiq? (Top voted first)

I have had an insatiable hunger. I have gained weight and have had a lot of gas, and bloating. Went from Effexor XR to Pristiq, not sure if I made the right choice. Any one else had these problems?

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I cannot stop eating. Thought it was PMS but still waiting for my period, bloated and feel like I'm pregnant. I work out 4dper week at the gym; cardio and weight training, feel like it is a waste for time.

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Pristiq is more commonly known to cause loss of appetite, and weight loss, according to FDA reports, but we are all different, so there is a chance it has caused your issues, though it happens very rarely. The other typical side effects as list as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, and mood swings.

Mary, how much have you gained? Are you on any other medications? What types of foods do you eat?

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