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Sources and references for: Weight Gain and Mood Stabilizers like Prozac and other SSRI drugs and Lithium

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What is the effect of mood stabilizer on weight ? I am concerned about a possible weight gain due to my mood-stabilizer (valproate). Any tips?

Sources, references:

Chengappa KN et al (2002) Changes in body weight and body mass index among psychiatric in patients receiving lithium, valproate, or topiramate: an open-label, nonrandomized chart review. Clin Ther 2002; 24(10):1576-84
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