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Topiramate And Weight Loss

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Calcium-Channel Blockers

Calcium-channel blockers, commonly used to treat heart disease, are important drugs for preventing cluster headaches. Verapamil (Calan) is the standard calcium-channel blocker used for headache prevention. Constipation is a common side effect. No one taking any calcium-channel blocker should withdraw the drug abruptly, because this can dangerously increase blood pressure. Overdose can cause dangerously low blood pressure and slow heart beats. Drinkin...

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Topamax: topiramate

Topiramate is a neuronal stabilizing agent (aka anticonvulsant medication) that has proven effective as a Migraine preventive for some patients. It is one of only a few medications to have been... Read more »

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 »

Epilepsy: Lifestyle Changes

...Both the ketogenic diet and the Atkins diet can interfere with some anti-epileptic medications such as topiramate. Talk to your doctor before beginning any special diet or a weight loss... Read more »

Eating Disorders: Treatment for Bulimia

...anxiety, and depression. A 2001 study suggests that it may also have benefits for bulimic patients.Topiramate. The antiepileptic drug topiramate (Topamax) has been shown in studies to reduce... Read more »

Medications Used for Migraine Prevention

...effects are similar to those of valproate and may include sleepiness, dizziness, fatigue, and weight gain.Topiramate (Topamax). In 2004, the FDA approved topiramate for prevention of migraines in... Read more »

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TOPAMAX Oral Precautions and Side Effects

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