By Elizabeth Millard, Dec 30, 2024

Potential weight gain is a common concern for people taking bipolar medication, says Alex Dimitriu, M.D., psychiatrist and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine in California. It’s not entirely unfounded: Some medications can cause changes in appetite and metabolism which can affect the numbers on the scale. However, weight gain is not a guarantee, and some meds come with a lower risk of it, including Lamictal (lamotrigine), Abilify (aripiprazole), and Latuda (lurasidone). If you’re concerned, bring it up to your doctor, says Dr. Dimitriu.

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