Question 1

the past month i was taking 25 mg of topamax for with weight loss. i now would like a more natural approach. i asked the nurse if i could stop this medication today and she said yes. do i need to wean off at such a low dose or can i abruptly stop?

Accepted Answer

: Unless a doctor directs otherwise, because the drug is already at the lowest dose, a person can stop taking it without the need to more slowly lower the dose.

Question 2

if i have had a cough for the past month is it ok that i am taking topamax (topiramate) prescribed for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hi, topamax (topiramate) should not cause any change to your immunity.  However can cause dry mouth and nervousness that may exacerbate an underlying vocal tic (cough).  I would look for other causes of the cough, but the only way to be sure would be to come off the topamax (topiramate).

Question 3

i am currently looking to get back on my regemin of topamax and phentermine for weight loss. i was on it last year and had great success. had an injury to my ankle and gained my weight back. i would like to start back up. would you be able to help with th

Accepted Answer

Phentermine/Topamax: s used together with a reduced-calorie diet and proper exercise under your doctor supervision. Always a decision you and your doctor will make.

Question 4

how much time does it take for topamax (topiramate) to work for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Topamax is a newer anticonvulsant that blocks voltage-gated sodium ion channels and not recommended for weight loss. Ask your doctor about QSYMIA (phentermine and topiramate).  It is the combination of Topamax and Phentermine, unfortunately good effective medication, but many side effects.

Question 5

how long  does it take for topamax (topiramate) to work for weight loss at 200mg?

Accepted Answer

Topamax (topiramate) for weight: Although many experience some weight loss with topamax (topiramate) there is no guarantee that you will have the same experience. At 200 mg you need to be on the look out for side effects such as oligohydrosis.(reduced ability to sweat), glaucoma, kidney stones, impaired verbal fluency, low magnesium and acidosis (to name a few).  Weight loss often requires a several modifications in lifestile.

Question 6

what is the maximum dosage of topamax (topiramate) and phentermine for weight loss? i am on 15 phentermine 1x/day and 50 topamax (topiramate) 2x/day.

Accepted Answer

92 mg: The highest dose recommended of the combo drug Qysmia (phentirmine + Topiramate) in terms of the Topamax (topiramate) dose is 92 mg. daily

Question 7

the doctor prescribed me topamax (topiramate) and phentermine for weight loss. are these effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in Some: Though Topamax (topiramate) was originally used only as an anti-epileptic &amp; migraine medication, it is becoming popular as a weight loss medication. It's mechanism of action in weight loss is uncertain, but it's efficacy in producing weightloss is well-documented.Combination with phentermine is also becoming more common.  Phentermine has been known for years to suppress appetite.

Question 8

is topiramate good for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Topiramate: Topiramate can be effective for weight loss in some people but the doses that have to be used make people very sleepy and they stop taking it.

Question 9

how does topamax (topiramate) cause weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Appetite loss: Weight loss is dose related. Topamax (topiramate) side effects are loss of appetite, nausea, and diarrhea. It also changes taste esp to carbonated beverages.

Question 10

can taking topamax (topiramate) cause weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is one of side effect of this medication.

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The past month i was taking 25 mg of topamax for with weight loss. i now would like a more natural approach. i asked the nurse if i could stop this medication today and she said yes. do i need to wean off at such a low dose or can i abruptly stop?

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If i have had a cough for the past month is it ok that i am taking topamax (topiramate) prescribed for weight loss?

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I am currently looking to get back on my regemin of topamax and phentermine for weight loss. i was on it last year and had great success. had an injury to my ankle and gained my weight back. i would like to start back up. would you be able to help with th

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How much time does it take for topamax (topiramate) to work for weight loss?

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How long does it take for topamax (topiramate) to work for weight loss at 200mg?

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What is the maximum dosage of topamax (topiramate) and phentermine for weight loss? i am on 15 phentermine 1x/day and 50 topamax (topiramate) 2x/day.

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The doctor prescribed me topamax (topiramate) and phentermine for weight loss. are these effective?

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