Desvenlafaxine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2021

"I was prescribed 50 mg for depression. I am currently on week 5 and have lost 20 lbs without intentionally restricting whatsoever. My appetite is gone and my energy has increased. There are very few minor depressive episodes as well. I have been on over 15 antidepressants, and none have ever worked this well."

• Lan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 11, 2021

"I have been on it because my other meds made me gain weight. I have lost 25 kg in 15 weeks. I have chronic pain syndrome. I eat 1 meal per day and do not feel hungry. It is a massive plus to have a weight loss side effect for an anxiety depression medication 10/10."

• Coc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2020

"I have been on desvenlafaxine for almost a month, and I've lost my appetite almost completely. The first week, I had awful nausea, dizziness, constipation, and hardly wanting to eat. Now I just kind of get nauseated sometimes, but I really don't have an appetite. I've lost a couple of pounds already. I have to make sure that I eat enough during the day. I don't know how long this will last, but I'm hoping to last for a while because I have a binge eating problem. But I definitely feel an appetite suppressant with this medicine. So far, it's been helping very well with my depression! I'm still having anxiety issues and trouble concentrating, but it's definitely helping with my depression and appetite. I have insurance, so it only cost me $10."

• Fai...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 8, 2019

"Good medicine for depression, but I gained a lot of weight, more than 10 kilos in 4 months. I don't eat much, I eat less than 2000 calories per day/male. I am looking for another alternative that does not have the same side effects, especially gaining weight."

• Anonymous
• August 10, 2010

Desvenlafaxine "I have been on this medication for about 2 months now. Started this medication for depression and had the pleasant side effect of appetite suppression for me. I didn't notice anything during the first month of use, but during this second month, I have noticed not being as hungry as well as eating smaller portions. I have also lost 10 lbs in the last month and have more energy. I have had no major side effects, but do have an occasional headache, but Tylenol generally helps that!"

• Wei...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 22, 2023

"I started on desvenlafaxine 50 mg for six months and saw no weight change. I went up to 100 mg and gained 15 pounds in 4 months with no change to my diet. My mood and anxiety are slightly better, but not enough to be okay with the extra weight."

• PSJ...
• February 26, 2009

Desvenlafaxine "This medication was prescribed to me for appetite suppression. I have been on it for 6 days now and have had no real side effects. I feel I may have had some depression issues I was not completely aware of, as I feel a bit more positive and in better spirits. I think it's too soon to tell overall how well this medication works. As of now, I have not experienced appetite suppression."

• myb...
• July 24, 2009

Desvenlafaxine "I have been taking this now for 30 days, and on the 13th day, I felt dizzy and sick to my stomach. I also did not feel emotionally well for a few days after. I lost weight the first week, and my appetite has been suppressed somewhat. I continue to lose a few pounds a week. The doctor thinks the side effects I have had will diminish, so I will be taking this for another month."

• Sue...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2019

"Great medication for the problems I was having, except I stay hungry constantly, tired, and no energy, and gaining more weight."

• Anonymous
• November 15, 2009

Desvenlafaxine "I am on 150 mg of Pristiq, and I have gained 10 pounds. This is not an appetite suppressant."