I've been on lamotrigine for a year, I've gained weight whilst on it. Does anyone know if the weight comes after stopping?
Does the weight gain come off after stopping lamotrigine?
Question posted by Kelliblanchett on 7 Dec 2023
Last updated on 7 December 2023 by WildcatVet
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WildcatVet
7 Dec 2023
Hi, Kelli!
"Common (1% to 10% of users): Weight decrease, weight gain"
Yes, it's not permanent and you will lose it but not overnight. Depending on how much you gained it may take a month or two before it really falls off all the way. If the weight gain is substantial it may take a little longer.
It's a lot like dieting... little by little. Be sure to watch your food intake and keep up with exercising.
Best regards,
Wildcat
I didn't gain very much and I started losing in just over a week or so once the medication was out of my system.
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