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What Results Has Anyone Had With Topiramate?

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Spring Branch, TX

It was just prescribed for me along with Nurses and I'm hesitant because my neurologist has prescribed meds in the past that contained peanut oil, which triggers a full blown migraine for me.

September 7
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Thanks for the input. I'll try it just to see what happens.

September 8
A MyMigraineTeam Member

Use to take the generic of Topamax for many years but never had benefit of the medication helping my migraines.

September 7
A MyMigraineTeam Member

Topamax or Topiramate, can cause "top I ram ate burning mouth syndrome". Ten seconds after swallowing the tablet the whole inside of your mouth burns. It was one of my side effects. No one believes me until I looked it up. My doctor admitted he suffered from the same syndrome. However, my daughter gets excellent relief from her migraines w Topamax.

September 7
A MyMigraineTeam Member

Topiramate, known by the brand names Topamax and Trokendi XR, is used to prevent migraines in people 12 years or older. Here are some key points about its effectiveness and side effects:

Effectiveness
- Topamax: Many users have indicated they have taken Topamax for migraine prevention.
- Trokendi XR: Also used for Show Full Answer

Topiramate, known by the brand names Topamax and Trokendi XR, is used to prevent migraines in people 12 years or older. Here are some key points about its effectiveness and side effects:

Effectiveness:
- Topamax: Many users have indicated they have taken Topamax for migraine prevention.
- Trokendi XR: Also used for migraine prevention, taken once daily as an extended-release capsule.

Common Side Effects:
- Topamax: Dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, nervousness, vision and movement changes, trouble speaking, pins-and-needles sensation, decreased appetite, and weight loss.
- Trokendi XR: Prickling or tingling sensations, loss of appetite, weight loss, memory difficulties, changes in taste, diarrhea, numbness, nausea, abdominal pain, and upper respiratory infections.

Rare but Serious Side Effects:
- Topamax: Cognitive dysfunction, suicidal thoughts, glaucoma, kidney stones, decreased sweating, and trouble controlling body temperature.
- Trokendi XR: Vision changes or loss, decreased sweating, fever, metabolic changes, suicidal thoughts, and difficulty thinking.

For more details, you can visit the respective pages on MyMigraineTeam:
- [Topamax](https://www.MyMigraineTeam.com/treatments/topamax)
- [Trokendi XR](https://www.MyMigraineTeam.com/treatments/troke...)

Always consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice.

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