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Is weight loss from topamax (topiramate) dose dependant? i.e if you increase the dose are you more likely to lose weight?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Ask your doctor: Topamax (topiramate) isn’t approved as a standalone drug for weight loss. Moreover, you may experience drug-related side effects that can contribute to weight gain and not loss. Ask your doctor for more information.

Answered 6/11/2017

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