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I had a brain surgery last july and i used zyprexa (olanzapine) and tegretol daily until this january.i gained a lot of weight. will i lose weight as im off meds?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You could: You could lose weight when off these medicines, especially if you increase your exercise and attend to a healthy food plan. Talk with your doctors about this; they'll likely have more personalized recommendations for you than we're able to provide without knowing you. Good luck to you.

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Answered 2/26/2016

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