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I have been taking Topomax for quite some time.Tried it several y...

Posted at 10:16 PM on Nov 07, 2007 by eliseb, #24881
I have been taking Topomax for quite some time.Tried it several years ago, the mgs were not high enough (only 25mg/day).My doctor didn't really know the prpoer dosage.It didn't help the migraines.My new doctor has me on it again.50 mgs/day.Here's the good - NO MIGRAINES! Here's the bad: Acne at 45 years old, tingling doesn't even describe my legs or face, ringing in the ears, remembering names and places just doesn't happen, I'm eating less but gaining weight quickly,& one last thing- Itchy spots that I would describe as "hot spots" if I were speaking of my dog. Still sticking with it because I don't have the migraines.I tried to slowly take myself off and the headaches came back.What choice is there?
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Reply over 2 years ago on Nov 11, 2007 by friend, #2860

Go to a new doctor or try a new medication. There are many more medications out there; Topamax is not the only one. Find a doctor that will work with you to find a medication that works and does not have so many side effects. I have been on nine different migraine meds so far and I am only 28. I have finally found one that words, with no side effects! Topamax is great for some, but not for all. Go back to your doctor and if he/she can't help you, find one that can.

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Reply over 2 years ago on Nov 20, 2007 by migrainegirl84, #3021

I feel so much better knowing that i'm not the only person this medication is making "stupid", I can't spell anymore, I can't concentrate at work I feel like I'm getting adult onset ADHD. I also loose my train of thought mid sentence. I'm glad I'm not alone.

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