Weight Gain With Abilify? (Top voted first)

I have just started taking Abilify for severe anxiety and some depression. I am wondering if anyone has had problems with weight gain while using this medication.

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I have been on abilify for almost 2 years and have gained 25 lbs. I wish I knew why it caused weight gain. I never had problems with weight before.

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My Son has been using this med for about a year.. he is on several other meds and has had a big issue with weight gain and bowel issues.. seems he had an increase in bowel issues once he was on this med..

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My Daughter had gained alot of weight since being on abilfy

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While Abilify is known to cause weight gain, as a side effect, in studies it was shown to be less frequent, and lower wait gains, than other comparable medications, generally 1-10pounds.

Ref: Abilify Information

Other side effects may include nausea, somnolence, and mood changes.

Regarding the bowel issues, it has been known to cause constipation as a side effect, along with the associated pain, and cramping that can occur from it.

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