Topamax can increase body temperature and decrease sweating, which may lead to life-threatening dehydration
Side effects Overdose FAQ Uses of Topiramate Tablets: It is used to treat seizures
Other side effects
Topiramate has some rare but serious side effects such as acidosis, which manifests in symptoms of confusion, abnormal
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Tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, loss of coordination, tingling of the hands/feet, loss of appetite, changes in how foods taste, diarrhea, and weight loss may occur
Side effects of topiramate tend to be transient and resolve on their own as your body adapts
Choroidal effusions resulting in anterior displacement of the lens and iris have also been reported
Diarrhea
Rare side effects of Topiramate include: none
About topiramate Side effects Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility Taking topiramate with other medicines and herbal supplements Common questions Related conditions
Topamax (topiramate) is a prescription tablet or capsule used to prevent migraine and treat epilepsy
* If it isn’t treated, glaucoma can lead to
Topiramate (toe pyre' a mate) is a sulfamate-substituted monosaccharide and belongs to an anticonvulsant class of its own
If the patient is a child, use this drug with care
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling)
Do not drink alcohol while taking topiramate (brand examples: Topamax, Qudexy XR Trokendi XR)
Hair loss has been reported in 1% to 4% of children ages 6 to 16 years of age, and in 3% to 4% of patients older than 16 years of age