food interaction for Topamed Tablet

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lactation interaction for Topamed Tablet

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Topamed 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Topamed 25mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Topamed 25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Topamed 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Topamed 25mg Tablet

Topiramate(25mg)

Topamed tablet uses

{med_name} is used for migraine, epilepsy/seizures and Lennox–Gastaut syndrome.

How topamed tablet works

Topamed 25mg Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of topamed tablet

Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Fatigue, Fever, Loss of appetite, Memory impairment, Nausea, Nervousness, Numbness, Psychomotor impairment, Sleepiness, Speech disorder, Taste change, Upper respiratory tract infection, Visual impairment, Weight loss

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Expert advice FOR Topamed Tablet

  • Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
  • Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
  • Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
    • Practice yoga every day.
    • Get enough sleep at nighttime.
    • Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
    • Take your medication on time.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day while taking Topiramate. This can reduce the risk of kidney stones.
  • Monitor your weight during treatment with this medicine as it can cause weight gain.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.

Frequently asked questions FOR Topamed 25mg Tablet

Topiramate

Q. For how long do I need to take Topamed 25mg Tablet?
The dose and duration of this medicine will depend on your doctor’s advice. Topamed 25mg Tablet does not cure your condition (seizures/migraine) but prevents them from occurring. So, you may have to keep taking it for months or years depending on improvement in your symptoms and side effects that may occur.
Q. Is Topamed 25mg Tablet good for anxiety?
Topamed 25mg Tablet is not indicated for the treatment of anxiety. Please consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Topamed 25mg Tablet?
Serious side effects of Topamed 25mg Tablet are rare. The serious effects of Topamed 25mg Tablet may include glaucoma (difficulty in seeing, eye pain, and blurred vision), kidney stones (sharp pain in your sides or lower back), and metabolic acidosis (tiredness, loss of appetite, irregular and faint heartbeat). Other serious side effects of Topamed 25mg Tablet could be suicidal thoughts and insufficient sweating (some children taking Topamed 25mg Tablet may not sweat enough in hot weather, causing their body temperatures to rise).
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Q. I am taking valproic acid for fits. Will Topamed 25mg Tablet interfere with the working of valproic acid? Can this combination be taken?
Topamed 25mg Tablet does not interfere with the working of valproic acid, but it increases the risk of getting excess levels of ammonia in the blood (hyperammonemia). Increased levels of ammonia in the blood can be dangerous and may cause difficulty in thinking, remembering information, or solving problems. It may also decrease your alertness and make you feel very sleepy with low energy. Immediately inform your doctor if you notice these symptoms. It is important to know that, in rare cases, Topamed 25mg Tablet alone can cause hyperammonemia.
Q. Can Topamed 25mg Tablet be used in children?
Yes, Topamed 25mg Tablet is used for seizures in children more than 2 years of age. However, because of the lack of any reports, this medicine is not recommended to be used in children for migraines.
Q. Since I have started using Topamed 25mg Tablet people are saying that I have lost weight. Is it because of Topamed 25mg Tablet or something else for which I should get investigated?
It could be due to Topamed 25mg Tablet because Topamed 25mg Tablet commonly causes weight loss probably due to a decrease in appetite. If you still have any doubts, talk to your doctor who will advise you appropriately.

Content on this page was last updated on 15 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)