Weighing 11 kg or less—150 to 250 mg once a day
You Some side effects of topiramate may occur that usually do not need medical attention
However, several common and potentially severe side effects have been reported by a small number of patients
Studies show that on average, people taking Topamax lose around 11 lbs
Mental issues such as confusion, difficulty concentrating, memory issues, and problems with speech/language may also occur [ 7 ]
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling)
Applies to: Lexapro (escitalopram) Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of escitalopram such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating
decreased sweating that can lead to fever
Neurontin may cause serious side effects including: increased seizures
new or worsening cough with fever
In the higher dosage group (400 mg/day) weight The side effects though, tingling in feet, hands, and face
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pain in the back, ribs, arms, or legs
Increased sleepiness or dizziness may occur if you drink alcohol while taking topiramate
For oral dosage form (extended-release capsules): For weight loss: Adults and children 12 years of age and older—At first, one tablet of 3
Topiramate may also slow the growth of children and may decrease the final height that children reach
Gabapentin is used to help control partial seizures (convulsions) in the treatment of epilepsy
2% fewer migraine headaches over 28 Topamax at a dose of 100 mg/day tends to be effective in the treatment of chronic migraine, but you may get good results at different doses
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shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
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Based upon tolerability, the dosage can be increased to 50 mg/day (25 mg twice daily) in the second week
Lamictal may cause serious side effects including: fever, Rarely, topiramate may cause a very serious eye problem, usually within 1 month of starting treatment
Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to dose of TOPAMAX is 25 mg/day nightly for the first week
Thinking problems: slow thoughts, trouble finding the right word, confusion, trouble concentrating
At week 3, the 300 mg topiramate group reported significantly fewer drinks per week than the other groups
However, doctors often start on the smallest dose possible and increase as needed
Topamax can cause this potentially serious buildup of acid in the blood, most often in children 15 and under
Tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, loss of coordination, tingling of the hands/feet, loss of appetite, bad taste in your mouth, diarrhea, and weight loss may occur
HealthUnlocked: topiramate forum Older adults—At first, 300 or 450 mg once a day
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention
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What Are Side Effects of Topamax? Topamax may cause serious side effects including: visual problems, blurred vision, eye pain or redness, sudden vision
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An unusual or allergic reaction to topiramate, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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Use with care in children
Topamax is usually started at 25-50 milligrams (mg) per day
Topiramate may also slow the growth of children and may decrease the final height that children reach
However, doctors often start on the smallest dose possible and increase as needed
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Neurontin may cause serious side effects including: increased seizures
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Higher daily doses (400 mg/day) of topiramate were associated with
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trouble thinking, speaking, or walking
btw i take 50 mg but recently dropped to 25 mg because i started getting headaches
swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin
Horrendous watery diarrhoea and sometimes stomach pain that felt like someone was stabbing me with glass from the inside
Dosage can be increased by 25-50 mg/day each subsequent week as tolerated
Topamax may cause depression or mood problems, tiredness, and sleepiness