Topiramate 25mg

Topiramate (Topirol) is a medicine used to help control seizures for those with epilepsy. However, it can also be prescribed for those that have a history of chronic migraine headaches. It is very important to note that in this regard, the mediation would be used to help prevent the headaches from occurring. Once a person is experiencing a migraine, then they need to rely on another medication to help them end the pain.

Daily use of Topiramate to prevent migraines seems to be doing very well. The patient will need to take this medicine every single day though or the migraines can return. It is believed this medicine reduces certain activity in the brain that is directly linked to the onset of chronic migraine headaches. The medicine can be taken orally or it can be sprinkled on food. When taken orally, take with milk or juice to reduce the risk of a bitter taste. Take with food to prevent the risk of nausea.

Your doctor will prescribe you a low dose of Topiramate initially to see how well you respond to it. The goal is to find the lowest dose that will help you to avoid migraine headaches. Your doctor will ask you to commit to taking that dose for a few weeks. Document any migraines you experience and their severity between appointments. It may be necessary for that dose to be increased based on that information.

Individuals that have mental health disorders have to be closely monitored with the use of Topiramate. This is because it could trigger mood changes that are depressive or agitated in state. Those that have a history of problems with their kidneys should refrain from using this medicine. The side effects experienced are usually very mild and go away after the body gets used to the medicine. They can include mild headache, reduced appetite, increased sweating, and dry mouth.