Drugs that cause weight loss

Certain drugs can cause weight loss due to various effects on the body. Stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamine suppress appetite and increase metabolism, leading to rapid weight loss. Opioids such as heroin and fentanyl can also cause weight loss due to gastrointestinal issues like nausea and vomiting. While cannabis typically increases appetite, certain strains or methods of use can suppress it, resulting in weight loss. MDMA or ecstasy can also suppress appetite and lead to weight loss. Chronic alcohol abuse can cause weight loss, but it is unhealthy and can lead to malnutrition. So what types of drugs can cause weight loss? Well, my name is Tyler Tisdale. I'm the founder and CEO of Pinnacle Peak Recovery. We're an addiction treatment facility in Scottsdale, Arizona. So let's break it down. Stimulants, cocaine and methamphetamine are notorious for rapid weight loss due to appetite suppression and an increase in metabolism. These drugs can lead to severe malnutrition and other health issues. Opioids, while more commonly known for weight gain due to their sedative nature, opioids like heroin and fentanyl could actually lead to weight loss in others, particularly due to the gastrointestinal issues like nausea and vomiting that can accompany abuse. Cannabis, while it usually increases the appetite, the munchies, some strains or methods of use could actually suppress the appetite, leading to weight loss. However, this effect is not consistent across all users. MDMA or ecstasy. Ecstasy can suppress your appetite and lead to weight loss. However, it's more known for its psychological effects. Alcohol. Chronic alcohol abuse can lead to weight loss, but not in a healthy way. The calories in alcohol are empty and don't provide nutrition, leading to malnutrition in some cases.