Topiramate 100mg

Topiramate (Topirol) is an antiepileptic medication (anticonvulsant). Topiramate does not cure epilepsy, but can be used as a treatment to reduce the incidence and severity of seizures. Topiramate has also been used as an atypical treatment for migraines.

There are several types of medications a person with epilepsy may need to take. One of them is called Topiramate. This medicine is typically not given initially, but it may be added to the regimen. If a person continues to experience seizures with the other medicines they are taking then the addition of this one to their daily intake could be what reduces or stops them from continuing. This medicine is able to reduce the level of over activity in the brain.

Topiramate should be taken at the same time each day. It is also important to take it daily or the seizures can start to occur again. The amount of medicine to take daily depends on the severity of the seizures.

The doctor will start you out with a low dose of it and monitor your progress. Keep track of any seizures you have and the details. That information can help you and your doctor to find the right dose of this medication to take. This medicine won’t cure epilepsy but it could be a very valuable tool that helps you with controlling it so you can have a good quality of life.

Some individuals experience mood changes when they take Topiramate so be aware of that. Make sure you talk to your doctor if you notice any changes. Don’t consume alcohol while using this medication. If you have a history of kidney stones or kidney problems this medicine may not be safe for you to take. Some common side effects include headache, dry mouth, loss of appetite, and sweating. Such side effects should go away after a couple of weeks of using it.