Topamax Generic aka Tropiramte generic For Migraines (seizures)

Working

The action of this medicine is observed within one to hours post oral consumption. The effect of this medicine lasts for duration of two to three days. It exerts its action by blocking ion channels and stimulates the release of inhibitory chemicals which decreases the excitability of the brain cells.

Dose

• Read the patient information leaflet provided to you carefully before starting this medicine
• This medicine can be taken orally with or without food or as directed by the physician.
• The frequency of dosing is usually twice in a day.
• Swallow this medication with plenty of water to prevent the formation of kidney stones.
• Take this medication regularly to obtain the best results.
• It is better to take the medicine same time each day.
• Do not suddenly stop taking this medication as it may produce withdrawal symptoms such as convulsions.
• It may take several weeks or months to obtain the desired result of this medication.

Side Effects

Remember that the doctor has prescribed you this medication after considering that the benefit to you is more than the risk of side effects. In most cases, this medication do not produce severe side effects.

The commonly observed side effects include fatigue, drowsiness, stomach upset, bad taste in mouth, loss of appetite.

Mental problems such as confusion, trouble concentrating, or speech/language problems etc. may also occur. If any of the above mentioned side effects last for long duration of time or worsen, inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Precautions

• Before starting this medication inform your physician if you are allergic to its active component.
• Before starting treatment with this medication, inform your physician about your medical history, especially, if you have any issue related to eyes, kidney stones, liver dysfunction, lung or breathing issues, osteoporosis and long term diarrhea.
• This medicine is likely to make you sweat less, thereby increasing your chances of suffering from heat stroke. So avoid activities such as exercise in hot weather and avoid using hot tubes.

Warnings

• This medicine is likely to make you drowsy. Do avoid activities such as driving, which require high degree of mental alertness.
• This medication is to be used with caution in elderly, as this age group is more sensitive to side effects such as dizziness.
• This medicine should not be used by the pregnant women. It may harm the fetus. Consult your physician prior to using this medication.
• This medication is likely to pass into the breast milk. So, it is recommended only if needed. If prescribed, monitoring of undesired effects such as diarrhea or drowsiness is necessary.

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