Medication-Induced Weight Gain

SOME MEDICATIONS COME WITH A DIFFICULT SIDE EFFECT: UNWANTED WEIGHT GAIN

If you’ve noticed the numbers creeping up on the scale after starting a new prescription, you’re not imagining it. Many people face the same challenge—especially those taking medications for:

  • Depression or anxiety
  • Diabetes or insulin resistance
  • High blood pressure or heart conditions
  • Hormonal imbalances or thyroid issues
  • Migraines or chronic pain
  • Allergies or autoimmune disorders

These medications are often necessary for your health and well-being. But while they’re helping in one area, they may also be affecting how your body processes food, stores fat, or signals hunger.

IT’S FRUSTRATING WHEN DOING “EVERYTHING RIGHT” DOESN’T SEEM TO WORK

You eat healthier. You try to exercise more. You stay hydrated and count calories. But when a “weight positive” medication is part of the equation, the scale might still not budge—or even move in the wrong direction. Traditional weight loss advice often falls short for people facing biologically-rooted weight gain. And unfortunately, most people don’t hear that this is normal in their situation.



At Anchorage Bariatrics, we see you. We understand that your story is complex and that you’re doing your best. That’s why we focus on the whole picture—not just diet plans and exercise routines, but what’s really happening inside your body.

We Offer Medically-guided support DESIGNED AROUND YOU

This isn’t about judgment or quick fixes. It’s about finding out what’s really going on and giving you the tools to take back control—with expert guidance every step of the way.


At Anchorage Bariatrics, we offer:

  • Medical weight loss plans tailored to your health history and medication needs
  • Prescription weight loss medications (when appropriate) that work with your biology, not against it
  • Nutrition counseling that supports your lifestyle and preferences
  • Behavioral support and coaching to help you stay motivated
  • Surgical options for long-term transformation when appropriate

Every Patient's Journey Starts with a personal consultation

Every weight loss journey begins with a consultation where we talk about your goals, your medications, and your challenges. Together, we’ll build a plan that actually works—a plan that respects your body and your circumstances.



The truth is: you don’t have to choose between your medication and your confidence. You can have both—and we’re here to help make that happen.

BECAUSE WEIGHT GAIN DOESN’T HAVE TO BE YOUR “NEW NORMAL”

You didn’t choose the side effects, but you can choose how to respond. Whether you’ve been quietly struggling or just starting to notice changes, we’re here to listen, support, and walk this path with you.



Schedule your consultation today. Let’s talk about what’s possible for you.