Hello, I'm a 38 yr old female who was prescribed Topamax about 8...

Hello, I'm a 38 yr old female who was prescribed Topamax about 8 weeks ago for Migraine prevention. So far, the drug is working fabulously for it's purpose. Here are the pros and cons that I have experienced: PROS: No migraines. Yippee!, A small amount of weight loss. This did not happen until just in the last week or so. My mood has stabilized. CONS: Flat tasting soda, Dry skin, Dry eyes, dry mouth, (drink LOTS of water to combat this). Blurred vision, bouts of memory loss and slurred speech, loss for words. Some of these improve as your body adjusts. Worst for me is that if I miss a dose or don't take it at the same time every day (50mg in the morning, 50 at night), I'll have middle of the night anxiety attacks or even amnesia.. short-lived attacks, but very terrifying.. I always think someone is out to kill me. But again, for me, it's short lived and it only happens when I'm not taking the meds on a schedule. Overall, I am happy with the drug. I am not experiencing hair loss or tingling. I drink a TON of water because I hear kidney stones are common with this medication. I will endure all of the above to prevent the wretched migraine.... I hope this helps someone... Take care and remember, God can help in your healing.. ask Him for it.. :) God Bless..