One of the unfortunate side effects of many anti-depressants and antipsychotics is weight gain. It doesn't happen to everyone, but it happens enough for it to be up there with "headaches" (a side effect listed for almost every drug period). Weight gain can be uncomfortable physically and emotionally, and many people choose not to use them because of that. However, the better option is to make some changes in your lifestyle.

The medications I am on are for pain, but like your prozac, cause weight gain. It takes some getting used to , but some of the things I did was to switch out some higher fat/calorie foods for some with more fiber, try to put aside some time during the day to take a walk, or just go up and down the stairs several times in succession. I can't say its easy, and there are days when I just can't, but it helps.

Fortunately, these days there are all kinds of decent tasting food choices that are low fat. Since I don't know your situation or your overall health, and besides, I'm not an M.D., I can't direct you to what things you can and can't have. The next time you see your Dr., (or call to make an appt. if you don't want to wait), talk to him/her about your concerns and coming up with an exercise and diet you can live with . By diet I don't mean "go on a diet", those are short term and don't work in the long run. I mean a diet change that includes being more careful about what you eat.

Drinking a lot can help fill you up, and if you are not a water person, (I hate the stuff), there are some nice flavored drinks, like some of the sports drinks, that have vitamins and flavor, but no calories. Admittedly, they can be a little expensive, but they are available. Bottom line is that its going to take some work on your part. Hopefully taking the prozac will make you feel better emotionally, and that will give you the extra will power to be more active. Once you make a lifestyle change, it won't be so bad. Good luck!

Sam2