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I've been taking topamax (topiramate) for 2 months and i don't like the side effects, except for the weight loss . can i just stop taking it? 100 mg a day.
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Taper off: You can stop "cold turkey" but you may not feel very good for a few days. I suggest tapering to 75 mg for a few days, then 50 mg for a few days, then 25 mg for a few days then stop.
Answered 9/28/2016
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