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A member asked:

I keep getting visual problems and nausea from taking topamax (topiramate)? is there a better drug?

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Dr. Mark Sacher answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Try gabapentin: It depends what you take toperimate for. For headaches, migraines, or chronic pain, Gabapentin is a adequate substitution.

Answered 10/3/2016

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