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Suggest treatment for acute constipation and weight gain while on antidepressants
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I have been having acute constipation ever since my family doctor put me on an antidepressant that only caused weight gain. The constipation seems to be getting worse and I m starting to have dark, almost black, stool. I drink plenty of water, eat a healthy diet that includes a daily probiotic, and exercise on a daily basis. I have been messaging my doctor, but not getting any help. Her solution is just to put me on a different antidepressant, which I do not need.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.If the side effects are not controlled by alternative means than changing your antidepressant is the only solution. Eat a lot of fiber food. Discuss in detail with your psychiatrist about what can be done. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Rohit Kothari