It depends on what you are using it for, migraines vs epilepsy.
If there are other drugs available to control your seizure disorder, your doctor may suggest using it. But as with all things during pregnancy, the risks and benefits must be weighed. A pregnant woman who has seizures maybe at a greater risk of harming herself and her baby than possible side effects of the drug.
If you are using it for migraines your doctor will likely suggest another drug.
Topamax has a C rating - There are no studies using TOPAMAX in pregnant women.
Absolutely not. Topomax has recently been involved in a number of class action lawsuits directly involving very serious birth defects seen by patients taking the drug.
no
Although Topomax does have a number of side-effects, the main issues-as far as safety goes-has been with pregnant women. The manufacturers are currently involved in a number of class action lawsuits concerning Topomax and serious birth defects.
Do not take any medications while pregnant without talking to your dr first.
According to my Obstetrician you can take Tylenol or Ibuprophen while pregnant.
No
No.
Not sure about how it would affect the menstrual cycle, but if you have stopped having your period and think you may be pregnant, STOP taking Topomax. It has recently been linked to birth defects in women who continued taking it through pregnancy.
I can't get pregnant, so obviously not.
No. Studies have shown that it can cause unwanted problems to your baby if you take provera while you are pregnant.
Yes you can.
There are no known signs of a link between cancer and Topomax.