Description
Topamac 25 mg containing Topiramate falls into the category of drugs known as anti-epileptic medicines. It is an effective remedy for patients with seizures, primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures due to Lennaux-gestaut syndrome. It is also helpful in preventing migraine headaches in adults. Your doctor may prescribe this anticonvulsant drug in combination with other medicines depending on the condition of the patient. The active ingredient Topiramate stops the production of certain chemicals in the brain, thus controlling and preventing headaches. The medicine should only be used under the supervision of a doctor.
Product Description
Before starting Topamac 25 mg, provide your doctor the medical history and discuss the benefits as well as risk of taking it. The drug should not be taken by patients who are allergic to Topiramate or who suffer with other allergies. Your doctor should be aware of your pregnancy status or breastfeeding before starting Topiramate tablets. Provide your doctor the list of the medicines that you have been using presently. Be sure to include all the medications including prescription, non-prescription, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Tell your doctor if you any food related allergies.
Side Effects
Some side effects may occur while taking Topamac 25 mg tablet. A few common side effects of the drug include headache, flushing, pain in the stomach, appetite loss, pain in the stomach, headache, constipation, dryness of the mouth, flushing, constipation and dizziness. Some patients may also witness severe side effects such as pain in the chest, fainting spells, fever accompanied with chills, problems with concentration and coordination, and behavioural changes like mood swings. Consult a doctor if any of these side effects trouble you or persist for a long time. It is advisable to consult a doctor before taking this anti-seizure drug.
How to Use
Always take Topamac 25 mg exactly as your doctor advises. Check with your doctor if you are not sure how to use the medicine. Initially your doctor will ask you ask you start with a low dose of Topamac 25 mg and then gradually increase your dose until the best dose is found you. The medicine is available in the form of tablet, swallow it with a glass of full water. Avoid chewing the tablet as it may leave a bitter taste in the mouth. You may take the tablet before or after consuming food. Drink a lot of fluids to prevent kidney stones during the treatment. If you take more Topamac tablet, see a doctor right away. Take the medicine with you when you visit your doctor’s clinic. You may l feel sleepy, less alert, tired, trouble speaking or concentrating, seizures, and abdominal pain.
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