Paresthesia is also a common topiramate side effect
Sat, 02/13/2010 - 13:49 Topic: Medication Issues Hello All, I just started a low dose of the generic form of Topamax- topiramate, about a week ago
Serious side effects of Topamax include: Side Effects
Topamax uses can vary Topamax is FDA-approved for migraine prevention and epilepsy treatment
Topamax can cause this potentially serious buildup of acid in the blood, most often in children 15 and under
tiredness and weakness
Mental problems Drug Images What is Topamax? If you have epilepsy or migraine, your doctor may suggest Topamax
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, Epstein-Barr virus or herpes virus), toxins, or abnormal vitamin or blood-sugar levels, which can damage nerve cells
Kidney stones, as mentioned by Eddie and sometimes weight loss are often observed with continued treatment
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clumsiness
It is used in adults and children 12 years or older who Celiac disease, or gluten sensitivity, can result in pain, numbness, and tingling in the hands and feet in addition to gastrointestinal distress
The following chronic conditions may cause tingling or numbness in the feet
Other common Topamax side effects include kidney stones and anhidrosis, which is the inability to sweat normally and can lead to overheating
Studies show that on average, people taking Topamax lose around 11 lbs
Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the symptoms above
Yes: Compressed or "pinched" nerves can cause numbness, tingling, weakness in the arm, legs, hands and feet
Yes, topiramate ( Topamax) has been shown to cause weight loss when used for both seizure control and migraine prevention
Topamax may cause depression or mood problems, tiredness, and sleepiness
Serious side effects
The most common side effects of TOPAMAX include: tingling of the arms and; nervousness In research studies, some patients had fewer headaches after one month of treatment
It's also prescribed to prevent certain types of migraine headaches for adults and adolescents age 12 and older
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Doctors prescribe Topamax (topiramate) for epileptic seizures and migraines because it works to decrease abnormal nerve cell activity
If you still have symptoms today, call your Dr
Drowsiness is a common side effect and it may occasionally cause visual or metabolic disturbances
It slowly went away after a few weeks
Topamax may cause damage to the nervous system, resulting in difficulty controlling muscle movement, poor hand-eye coordination, and constant painful numbness and tingling
My doctor said the tingling was a sign of dehydration, and to drink water whenever I experienced it
Some older research This medication blocks the chemicals that can cause inflammation in blood vessels
This is a common side effect of topamax (topiramate)
Symptoms of these conditions may include: 1
Below, you’ll find lists of the drug’s burning, prickling, or tingling sensations clumsiness or unsteadiness confusion continuous, uncontrolled back-and-forth or rolling eye movements dizziness
sensations of numbness, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet weight loss memory loss* In people taking Topamax for epilepsy, more common side effects include:
tingling of the hands/ feet, loss of appetite, bad taste in the mouth, diarrhea, weight loss, confusion, slowed thinking, trouble concentrating or paying attention, nervousness
Topamax uses can vary Topamax is FDA-approved for migraine prevention and epilepsy treatment
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increased ammonia level in your blood
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The sugar buildup in the blood from diabetes, for example, can cause nerve damage
Dosage reduction is often done by your doctor to help with these side effects
Although the main side effects of topamax are slower reflexes, trouble thinking or concentrating, tiredness, poor coordination, and dizziness,yet it has shown itchy skin in some individuals
Topamax can cause issues for the fetus, including a cleft palate and small gestational size
This seizure medication seems to have been prescribed for an off-label use in your case
continuing nausea or vomiting
; Sjögren’s syndrome affects the exocrine glands, or glands that produce sweat, tears, and saliva
memory problems
Young children who take Topamax should avoid long periods of physical activity during warm weather and all topiramate users
Side Effects
dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness, slow reactions; problems with speech or memory, abnormal vision; numbness or tingling in your arms and legs, decreased sensation (especially in the skin); changes Low body temperature
These tablets have a bitter taste and lose their effectiveness quickly when broken, so you should swallow them whole
Yes: Compressed or "pinched" nerves can cause numbness, tingling, weakness in the arm, legs, hands and feet
Withdrawal from drug misuse or alcohol use can also cause formication
Yes, topiramate ( Topamax) has been shown to cause weight loss when used for both seizure control and migraine prevention
Higher daily doses (400 mg/day) of topiramate were associated with greater rates of hair