Topamax Dosage For Weight Loss
Health Encyclopedia: Alcoholism Medications
Medications
In the U.S., three drugs are specifically approved to treat alcohol dependence:
- Naltrexone (ReVia, Vivitrol)
- Acamprosate (Campral)
- Disulfiram (Antabuse)
Naltrexone and acamprosate are categorized as anticraving drugs. Disulfiram is an aversion drug. Other types of medications, such as antidepressants, may also be used to treat patients with alcoholism.
Anticraving Medications
Anticraving drugs are opioid antagonists. These drugs reduce the intoxicating effects of alcohol and the urge to dri...
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Topamax Dosage, Titration, and Tapering
How to best taper up to therapeutic dosage Topamax (topiramate) is a medication originally developed for seizure control. It is also FDA approved for Migraine prevention. Dr. Stephen Silberstein,... Read more »Topamax: topiramate
...the FDA for Migraine prevention. As with other drugs in this category, patients should start at a low dosage and slowly taper up to therapeutic levels. The daily dose should be taken in two... Read more »Epilepsy: Medications
...seizures as well.General Side Effects. These drugs have a number of side effects that vary depending on dosage and duration. Most side effects occur early in therapy and then subside. General side... Read more »Weight Loss Medications, Medicines & Products
...weather. Other side effects include dizziness, forgetfulness, headache, and nausea.Topirimate. Topirimate (Topamax) is another anti-seizure medication being investigated for weight reduction.... Read more »Diabetes Diet: Weight Control for Type 2 Diabetes
...2 DiabetesThe American Diabetes Association recommends that patients aim for a small but consistent weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week. Most patients should follow a diet that supplies at least... Read more »Images
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...hands/feet, loss of appetite, diarrhea, impotence, and weight loss may occur. If any of these... Read more »
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