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A member asked:
Been on topamax (topiramate) for 3 weeks and my migraines have actually become more frequent. could it be the cause even though it's supposed to be preventative?
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Unlikely: It is more likely that you need to increase the dose to effectively reduce the frequency of your migraines.
Answered 2/19/2021
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