Introduction and background Topiramate (TPM) is a sulfamate-substituted drug with multiple mechanisms of action
Topiramate is a generic and prescription medication for migraines and seizures
Overview Side Effects Interactions Dosage Use Warnings Pharmacology Pictures Resources TOPAMAX (topiramate tablet, coated) can come in different packaging
Adults and children (age 12 or older): The typical starting dose is 25 mg by mouth nightly
It is also used to prevent migraines in patients 12 years of age and older
Topiramate is an oral drug that is used to prevent seizures of epilepsy
Taking this medicine (topiramate tablets) with valproic acid can cause low body temperature
This medicine may affect growth in children and teens in some cases
TOPAMAX ® (topiramate capsules) Sprinkle Capsules are available as 15 mg and 25 mg sprinkle capsules for oral administration as whole
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Topamax, Topamax Sprinkles, Eprontia: 25 mg orally every 12 hours initially; may increase by 50 mg/day at weekly intervals to 200 mg orally every 12 hours Trokendi XR, Qudexy XR: 50 mg orally once daily initially; may increase by 50 mg/day at weekly intervals for first 4 weeks, then 100 mg/day for weeks 5 to 6; target dose is 200-400 mg/day for Extensively studied and prescribed, FDA-approved Qsymia is the once-daily pill that helps you manage your weight-loss plan and set realistic expectations
Topiramate is a sulfa-derived anticonvulsant drug that has multiple mechanisms of action, including blockage of carbonic anhydrase, inhibition of sodium channels, enhancement of potassium channels, stimulation of postsynaptic gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors, and others [4]
The dose should be achieved by titration: Initiate with 25 mg orally once a day (based on range of 1 to 3 mg/kg/day); increase in increments of 1 to 3 mg/kg/day every 1 or 2 weeks to an effective dose
It’s often taken for seizure conditions and to prevent migraines
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Symptoms can include acute onset of decreased visual acuity and/or ocular pain, myopia, anterior chamber shallowing, ocular hyperemia, and increased intraocular pressure
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