Question 1

can you have topamax (topiramate) overdose?

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Yes: Topamax (topiramate) overdoes can happen. It affects speech, vision, produces lethargy, possible seizures, agitation, depression - treatment is supportive and may involve pumping out the stomach.

Question 2

can u overdose on topamax and omeprazole?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, unfortunately you can. If you take a lot of it, I would say that you can overdose on almost any medication, regardless of how safe the "safety profile" is. The amount of medication you need to take to overdose depends on the medication itself. Whether it is enough to be fatal also depends on the medication and the amount taken. Hope this helps.

Question 3

i just started taking topamax (topiramate) 75mgmg experienced chest pains this didn't happened on 50 mg is this a sign of overdose?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: Does not usually cause this side effect, and doubt, if you had the kidney stone issue, it would cause chest pain.  Discuss with your doctor as this could be stomach event or a new comorbidity/.

Question 4

how does topiramate work?

Accepted Answer

Multiple Mechanisms: The current theory proposes that the excitability of neurons in the central nervous system are reduced by a number of different mechanisms. These theories change about every 5 to 10 years as more insight of how the CNS works is gained. The use of this drug has been supported by double-blind, placebo controlled  studies which shows effectiveness for various conditions.

Question 5

is there a maximum dosage for topamax (topiramate) ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Best to review with your doctor, depends on the indication. It's used for many different illnesses and conditions. Here's a link:

http://www.Janssenmedicalinformation.Com/assets/pdf/products/files/topamax/pi/lib-top-068362-08.Pdf.

Question 6

what are the effects of topamax (topiramate) on women?

Accepted Answer

Many.: Many, but most not severe. Cannot get pregnant! difficulty concentrating, speech problems, especially difficulty thinking of specific words, memory problems, lack of coordination, confusion, nervousness, irritability, mood swings, depression, headache, drowsiness, weakness, excessive movement, uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body, uncontrollable eye movements, extreme thirst, weight loss!

Question 7

side effects to topamax (topiramate)?

Accepted Answer

Same as others: Numbness, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet, slowed reactions, difficulty concentrating, speech problems (especially difficulty thinking of specific words), memory problems, lack of coordination, confusion, nervousness

on the positive side weight loss is seen.

Question 8

how does topiramate effect concentration?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Short term memory loss/troubles with concentration is a known side effect of topiramate. The exact mechanism of action of topiramate is unknown.

Question 9

what are common side effects of topamax?

Accepted Answer

Topamax : The most common side effects of Topamax include tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, nervousness, numbness, problems with coordination, weight loss, and diarrhea. Hope this helps.

Question 10

can topiramate be taken to reduce weight?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, by prescription only and with continuing medical supervision. But you better learn how to eat properly because topiramate induced weight loss is limited, and often while remaining on the drug for long periods, weight may be regained. Never discontinue this drug rapidly because you might experience seizures.

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