Diabetic. Take Medicines For High Blood Pressure, And Sertraline. Gaining Weight. Cause For Weight Gain?

Posted on Sun, 29 Sep 2013

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Question : I take medicines for High Blood Pressure, Type 2 Diabetes, and Sertraline for Mental plus Supplements. I am gaining
weight rather than losing it. Which medicines cause weight gain?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Amlodipine, Bumetanide,Sertraline

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Amongst the drugs you take, though rare Amlodipine, Bumetanide, Sertraline are known to cause weight gain.

Do exercise regularly to counteract the effect. If the weight gain is too much and drastic then you may have to consult your treating doctor to get the medications revised.

Regards,

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