Medications that cause weight gain and alternatives in Canada: a narrative review

Background: The cause of the obesity epidemic is multifactorial, but may, in part, be related to medication-induced weight gain. While clinicians may strive to do their best to select pharmacotherapy(ies) that has the least negative impact on weight, the literature regarding the weight effects of medication is often limited and devoid of alternative therapies. Results: Antipsychotics, antidepressants, antihyperglycemics, antihypertensives and...