Topamax, whose generic name is topiramate, is a medication primarily used to treat epilepsy and prevent migraine headaches. It works by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain and affecting neurotransmitter activity. Additionally, it may be prescribed for conditions like weight management and mood stabilization. Common side effects include dizziness, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties.
No it can not. Topamax, it to ward of headaches. OB will approve.
An maoi refers to "monoamine oxidase inhibitors," which is a kind of antidepressant that affects serotonin and dopamine levels in the brain. Topamax is a medication that alleviates migraine headaches. Topamax is not an maoi.
Topamax (topiramate) is not intended for weight loss. The side effects can be severe.
No. No.
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I have had a need to break my teeth. hold them together so hard until they break. Only on topamax.
Yes, but be VERY conservative. NEVER get drunk. Topamax can have cns depressant effects which can be unpredictably affected by alcohol.
Topamax is often used as a migraine preventive. Side effects may include fatigue.
My husband has been on topamax for about 4 years. He now has osteoporosis and a parathyroid adenoma with constant severe bone pain, extreme exhaustion and night sweats. As soon as we took him off of topamax his pain level improved. I know that topamax can cause osteoporosis. If he weren't a 49 year old fit male, I'm sure they'd just assume the osteoporosis was primary, rather than secondary to a parathyroid problem. I'm convinced everything is related to the topamax, but I have no proof.
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No. A prescription is required for Topomax.
I don't know if Topamax is the cause yet--but I developed a mysterious rash on my inner thigh after beginning to take Topamax. I have switched laundry detergent, body wash, have not started eating anything new lately, so can't figure out any other possible cause. Rash is listed on the literature as a "rare" side effect of Topamax. I take 200mg per day.