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How long after stopping medication will you lose the weight?

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Dr. Anthony Vertino answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Depends: Which medication(s)? Each medication takes some time to clear/leave your system entirely (called a half-life).

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 1/26/2020

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