Learn how to dose Topamax (topiramate) for epilepsy, migraine, and other conditions
The typical dosage for topiramate solution, tablets, and sprinkle capsules is 50 mg twice a day when used for migraine prevention
Topiramate is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat seizures, migraines, and other conditions
Topamax tablets come in four strengths: 25 milligrams (mg), 50 mg, 100 mg, and 200 mg
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75 milligrams (mg) of
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Last updated on Jan 16, 2023
Higher doses and longer duration of use generally result in more weight loss
increased eye pressure
75 milligrams (mg) of phentermine and 23 mg of topiramate once a day for 14 days
Topiramate should be discontinued slowly to minimize the potential for seizures unless a rapid withdrawal is justified
The mean reduction from baseline to the last 12 weeks of the double-blind phase in average monthly attack rate, a key secondary efficacy endpoint in Study 13 (and the Topamax (topiramate) is a prescription tablet or capsule used to prevent migraine and treat epilepsy
Learn about side effects, uses, dosage, and more for Topamax (topiramate)
For children, the dosage is also based on weight
There are 286 drugs known to interact with topiramate, along with 8 disease interactions, and 1 alcohol/food interaction
Topiramate in low doses (up to 92 mg) is a component of a weight loss combination product (with phentermine) that is on the market
Therefore, the objective was to establish dosage guidelines for topiramate in chronic renal impairment, end-stage renal disease (ESRD) undergoing hemodialysis, or chronic hepatic impairment patients
Taking Topamax (topiramate tablets) with valproic acid can cause low body temperature
This medicine may affect growth in children and teens in some cases
Because the use of Topamax for weight is off-label and truly a side effect of its use in clinical practice, no specific dose can be specified for this indication
Anorexia occurred in 9% to 15% of those taking topiramate, but also occurred in 6% of those taking a placebo