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A member asked:

I was on 100 mg of topamax (topiramate) for over 7 yrs.10 days ago i stopped taking it.i feel dizzy and my eyesight is blurry.how long will it last.is this normal?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Big No-No!: Stopping anticonvulsion medication suddenly can cause serious problems. For example may increase the risk of seizures. The best thing to do is see your treating physician and get a schedule for tapering it off gradually.

Dr Friedlander agreed

Answered 1/18/2014

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