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Dose topamax (topiramate) decrease apatite or make you feel full faster?
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Yes: Not uncommon to see loss of appetite and weight loss with this drug. Tends to be dose-dependent.
Answered 5/23/2014
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Yes: Decreased appetite is a common side effect of topamax (topiramate). This is not dangerous, but can cause weight loss. Other possible side effects of topamax include tingling in the hands and feet, strange taste to carbonated beverages, and sometimes cognitive changes.
Answered 4/18/2013
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