THE Sertraline does not has weight-loss or weight-gaining effect, but may help people with anxiety disorders The control the food impulse and consequently to lose weight.
The reduction of anxiety, present in psychiatric disorders, can contribute to the person being able to control their food intake better and opt for a more balanced diet. In addition, in some people, it can cause nausea and lack of appetite, among other side effects, which can hinder food intake and also lead to weight loss.
Sertraline or sertraline hydrochloride is a drug that acts on the chemical balance of serotonin in the brain. It is indicated for the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, panic disorder, posttraumatic disorder, social phobia and premenstrual syndrome. One of the possible side effects of sertraline is weight loss, although weight loss is not as significant, ranging from 0.5 to 1.0 kg. Because the medication controls anxiety, it can help a person to eat less and consequently control their weight or even lose weight.
However, there is no direct indication of the medication to lose weight or gain weight.
The general practitioner or family physician can advise on the best treatment and which specialists should be sought to assist in gaining or losing weight.
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