According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 33 million prescriptions were filled for Topamax in the past 4 years. Topamax is an anticonvulsant drug and it has since become the first line of defense for epileptic seizures in adults and in children at least 2 years old. This drug, generically known as topiramate, is also approved by FDA to prevent the occurrence of migraine.
Considering the therapeutic effects and the number or people patronizing the drug, it is crucial to tackle on the safe management of the therapy to prevent adverse event from resulting. Problems may arise from overdose of Topamax to life-threatening disorders if precautions are not practiced. Keep these points in mind when you need to take Topamax.
Before you start taking your Topamax, be sure to inform your doctor if you have any of medical conditions like, (1) depression, mood problems or suicidal thoughts or behavior (2) kidney problems including kidney stones or are undergoing kidney dialysis (3) history of metabolic acidosis, a condition where the body produces too much acid especially in the blood (4) pregnant or plans to become pregnant. (5) eye problems, especially glaucoma.
Notify your physician about the other medications that you take especially Valproic acid (Depakene or Depakote), any medication that may affect your thinking, concentration or muscle coordination and even birth control pills. Also confer with your doctor if you are going to start a new medicine.
When taking your Topamax drug always remember:
To take the drug as prescribed. Do not change dose without your doctor’s order.
Chewing the tablet might leave a bitter taste thus it should be swallowed whole.
Sprinkle forms may be swallowed whole or sprinkled on teaspoon or mixed with soft foods.
Take a glass of water after taking the drug to make sure it is swallowed.
Take the drug with or without food. Increase fluid intake while on Topamax therapy to prevent kidney stones.
In case of Topamax overdose, notify your doctor or get medical attention right away.
Avoid drinking alcohol while on therapy because the interaction of both may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
If you forget a dose, take it right away unless the next dose is not more than 6 hours away. Otherwise, disregard that dose and go back to your usual schedule without doubling the prescribed amount. Ask for advice from your healthcare provider if you are missing more than a single dose.
If you feel any problems during your therapy, contact your physician to find out if these are common Topamax complaints and side effects. Also, a Topamax birth defect lawsuit may be filed for babies born with oral birth defects as a result of Topamax-exposed pregnancies.
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