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A member asked:
Been on topomax for 3 wks. 10 days mg / 11 days 50 mg. stopping bc of bad nausea & affects. dr said ok to just stop but shouldn't i taper off??
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Yes, you should...: since the medication is an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer it would be a good idea to taper down...
Answered 5/12/2016
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