Advice wanted
Hey everyone! 36/F
I’ve been on 10mg citalopram since late 2024, primarily for health anxiety. I am also on metoprolol for heart rate and blood pressure. About 4-6 months after starting the medication, I started to notice weight gain. Now bringing me up to about 20-25lbs. The medication has GREATLY helped me and my anxiety. I feel like being on this medication allowed me to work through some issues. I feel good. I am considering either trying a new medication, staying on it or tapering off citalopram due to the weight gain. I’m not thrilled with the weight gain, but I feel like I’ve embraced loving myself for my body right now.
My doctor has essentially left it up to me on what to do. And I’m pretty indecisive. On the one hand, the medication has helped me and if it’s continuing to help me, maybe I just stay on it. On the other hand, I would like to have a better chance to take some of the weight off. I feel like I never get full and give into cravings easily.
Anyone deal with anything similar? Any input? I’d just like some opinions before I make a decision.