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How long does the numbness and pain in my feet and the overall weakness last after stopping the topiramate ? i only took it for 1 week i can't reach my dr. it was 50 mg 1 a day. i am also very light headed?

Q: how long does the numbness and pain in my feet and the overall weakness last after stopping the topiramate ? i only took it for 1 week i can't reach my dr. it was 50 mg 1 a day. i am also very light headed?

: If your doctor is unavailable, there is an ethical obligation to provide backup coverage. Contact your local medical society. Am surprised that you would have significant problems with a rather low dose of topiramate over but one week. Perhaps a neurologist should be consulted?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

If your doctor is unavailable, there is an ethical obligation to provide backup coverage. Contact your local medical society. Am surprised that you would have significant problems with a rather low dose of topiramate over but one week. Perhaps a neurologist should be consulted?

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/23/2023

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A member asked:

How long does the numbness and pain in my feet and the overall weakness last after stopping the topiramate ? i only took it for 1 week i can't reach my dr. it was 50 mg 1 a day. i am also very light headed?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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