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Medications for Neurologic and Psychiatric Issues
Depression Related Medications as EDCs
The depression related drugs like monoamine oxidase inhibitor and amitriptyline;
the less frequently used tricyclic antidepressant shows association with weight gain.
However, nefazodone and bupropion; the atypical antidepressants have not shown
considerable association with weight gain. The weight gaining capacity of antidepressant receiving subjects has mainly been related to their physiological conditions
[19, 20].
Fig. 21.3 Some commonly used antivirals (protease inhibitors)
Fig. 21.4 Formulation of oral contraceptives
21 Role of Pharmaceuticals as EDCs in Metabolic Disorders