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    posted 08/10/2009, comments (0)

    New Migraine and Headache Info on MMC, 8/10/09

    Hello, everyone! This is a topic that I'll be posting on each week -- the newest Migraine and headache information we've made available here on MyMigraineConnection. Without further ado, here's some of the newest information we've published here for you: New Legal Issues Section: Megan Oltman has joined us as an expert to write... Read moreChevron
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    Topamax or Topiramate for Migraine — A Difference?

    With Topamax being used for Migraine and headache prevention, many of us eagerly awaited the release of the generic topiramate. However, since the release of generic topiramate, we've seen numerous questions and posts from people who hare frightened, frustrated, and even angry about the generics. Some have seen their Migraines increase with the... Read moreChevron
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    Migraine Prevention - Generic Topamax Approved

    For all of you who are using Topamax for Migraine and headache prevention, there's good news. Generic topiramate has been approved by the FDA and is starting to show up in pharmacies. This will mean lower prices and, hopefully, lower insurance copayments. The average price of 60 Topamax tablets, 100mg is $434. The average price for 60 generic... Read moreChevron
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    Feeling a bit better

    As of late I have been feeling better and I'm not totally sure why. My medication is the same Fluvox and topiramate before bed.  I haven't had to take additional meds for headaches much lately.  I don't nap in the afternoon anymore everyday... I do get dragged out a little some days and every now and then I do nap still.  It's... Read moreChevron
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    Migraine Preventive Topamax May Cause Birth Defects

    A study published in the July 22, 2008, issue of Neurology®, indicates that taking the neuronal stabilizing agent (epilepsy drug) Topamax (topiramate) alone or along with other neuronal stabilizing agents during pregnancy may increase the risk of birth defects.   Research has shown that many medications of this type increase the risk... Read moreChevron
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