Do You Lose Weight on Concerta?
You may have weight loss while you're taking Concerta. This drug can decrease your appetite, which may cause weight loss. In clinical trials, weight loss occurred in 6.5% of adults taking Concerta. Of those taking a placebo (treatment with no active drug), 3.3% had weight loss.

Can I take Concerta for weight loss?

Concerta and Vyvanse weight loss

Neither Concerta nor Vyvanse has been approved by the FDA as a weight loss drug. The potential side effects of taking either of these medications for weight loss appear to outweigh the potential benefits.

Does Concerta cause weight loss like Adderall?

CNS stimulants like Concerta and Adderall are also known to decrease appetite. For this reason, these drugs can lead to weight loss in some people. Serious side effects of Concerta and Adderall include increased blood pressure and heart rate, especially in those with heart problems or high blood pressure.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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