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Posted at 5: 9 AM on Jul 20, 2006 by sandy806, #16289
hi, i seem to have a lot of the less common side effects: hair loss, itchy, acne, back ache, frequent urination, yeast infection (started with vaginal bacterial infection when i first started and now have yeast infection around arrival of cycle each month and now doing preventative measures, but not sure of effectiveness yet), irritability, restlessness, inability to focus, sore throat, change in taste, and hot flushes, though sometimes tingling and coldness in my feet. my dosage is low, 25mg, for migrane prevention. was supposed to work up, but will not. spoken to dr. and am now taking 25mg every other night before bed. i was very drowsey at first and had seemingly adjusted, but will only take it before bed. it does help curb my migranes, and with the relpax to kick them when i do get them things are manageable. what i would like to know is if i finally get to the lowest possible effective dosage, does anyone know if over time will the side effects become manageable or will i continue to have them or worse get more of them. to be honest hair loss, acne, and yeast infections are not a girls best friends, then add aggression and aggitation and i am not sure if i even want to be around me, yet i have less migranes. ANY replies will be greatly appreciated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! sandy*
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Reply over 2 years ago on Oct 24, 2007 by puma12181, #2568

Hi Sandy,
I too get yeast infections after every menstrual cycle. I have been taking Topamax for about 7 years to control seizures. My current dosage is 200mg. When I started taking Topamax I was taking 100mg. I didn't start experiencing regular yeast infections until about two years ago. I went from having about 2 infections a month to now just 1 a month. My nuero and gyno have not related this to Topamax, but I have a feeling there is some connection. I'm sure you know having a low immune system would be one reason for having such frequent infections. I can totally relate to your frustration and wish to know why I am experiencing so many infections. I have gotten into the habit of taking Diflucan after every period to try and prevent the yeast. I would love to know what I can do to rid myself of this monthly infection. I have experienced some hair thinning, but not drastic. Don't worry, you're not alone.

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