topiramate side effects tingling

Those that I do experience are tolerable in comparison to the migraine. I am now on 150mg twice a day and the only side effects are tingling in my hands when I get cold or hot, and I am loosing weight. Both are common side effects and the weight lose is a good thing for me.

There are many side effects that can occur with topiramate. You should be seen by an Eye MD ophthalmologist and discuss with your neurologist.

or it could be the sideeffects from the topiramate i know when i was on it my head neck hurt more when i first started it and tingling it made me worst i had to stop it.some people cant handle it many bad side effects untill your body gets used to it.

I didn't "jump to conclusions without doing research"... as I noted, I've been taking topamax (topiramate) for a couple of years and I've looked at the side effects more than once. I'm well aware that weight loss is a side effect and many people who use it for other things do lose weight on it; however, it's not "often" actually given, solely as a weight loss aid, due to other possible adverse side effects, such as loss of eye sight as well as others.

Now she put me on Topiramate and while some of the side effects scare me I really want to get rid of these headaches! I am on 1 pill every night for a week, then 1 pill twice a day - I have to work my way up to 2 tablets twice a day for the full effect and she said that it can take up to a month for it to start working effectively. Does anyone else have any luck on this medication? Anyone having the horrible side effects on it (that pretty much mimic MS symptoms?) Anyone losing weight on it?

ok ok , I started topiramate for 2 moths now, the first month the cravings was less, and after a month the doc, change the dosage, now I'm on 50 twice a day, I don't think its working. I haven't lost any weight, does this meds take time?? Should I been seeing result ? am I wasting my time? I really haven't been experiencing the side effects, little bit at first, but nothing to cry about. If anybody have any advice please any is helpful!

the type A migraines with all the neurological side effects. Now I am starting to experience numbness and tingling i my hands and feet and arms and legs. It happens every day at least 5-10 times aa day and may have nothing todo with my migraines, but it is very uncomfortable and frustrating. Just now, it happened in my right hand and when I tried to stretch my thumb out it wouldnt stretch... kind of hard to explain. It felt almost heavy like it was to heavy to lift.

http://www.rxlist.com/topamax-drug.htm). Diet modification and supplementation is a good alternative in decreasing the dosage and the associated side effects of certain medicatons such as topamax. Take care and best regards.

My wife started at 25 mg twice a day. Her side effects were tingling and slight numbness in her hands. She now is @ 100 mg daily with no appreciable side effects. It does have a positive effect on reducing the number of migraines. We've tracked the number of episodes since 1999, adjusting for seasonality as well. This is how we know it has had a positive effect. In some people it can cause the formation of a certain kind kidney stone.

the problem with us having BP that if we substitute one med for another is only to alter the side effects to another set of side effects. I can't remember one drug with no side effects. As to the valproate it gives weight gain and sorry but it's known to cause ovarian cyst which can be unwanted for girls. As to Topamax i don't know.

Hi, I understand your concern regarding this and like any other medications, side effects may or may not occur depending on the patient as well as if there are drug interactions with patient's present medicine. Topiramate extended-release capsules may cause drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, trouble concentrating, or vision changes. But may be worse if it is taken with alcohol or certain medicines. It is best that you check with your doctor for proper management. Take care and regards.

How does Rolaids or tums help with the tingling sensations caused by taking topiramate?

Ive taken this for about a year now and its been SUCH a lifesaver. It prevents migraines.

t take it (for migraines) b/c of all the horrible side effects. Unfortunately, its not supposed to be taken with pregnancy but she probably won't konw what happens until the baby is due. But if it helped allieveate her seizures, maybe it is for the best while pregnant that she has been on it... sorry i can't be of more help.

I hope you did not just stop taking this medication. Just as taking the med has side effects, stopping it abruptly can have side effects. I have been on "DOPEamax" for about three years. Yes there are some weird side effects, thus, I call it DOPEamax. However, the benefits of the meds out way the side effects. For me, many of the side effects disappeared after time. Talk to you Neuro before stopping.

But, now the eye shaking and the increased pressure is scaring me. Is this likely side effects from the Topiramate? I have also noticed that when my eye is shaking that sometimes I also feel a shaking sensation in the back of my head, like almost like my brain is shaking just in the back near the neck. Sound weird? Hard to explain. It's not the same sensation I feel with vertigo. I can't get an appt w/the eye dr until next month...they are booked.

I have done some research on these two medications mainly on there side effects. A decision will be made on this once I have been to have an EEG.

m a severe cluster headache sufferer and I take 400mg topamax daily. Side effects? Paranoia, tingling sensation in the legs/hands, shortness of breath, somnolence, loss of appetite, confusion, fatigue... BUT, I'm pain-free. And trust me it's the first time since 17 long years. And nothing hurts more than a cluster headache. Topamax is a deal with the devil. It'll fix your problem, but it'll bring some other stuff.

My body adjusted to the side effects over time. But what it also did was prevent my body from sweating, and I still feel cold all the time. Also side effects from the medications. I didn't lose any weight unfortunately, I was kinda hoping for one good perk out of dealing with all the tingling. sometimes the sensation was so strong it was painful.

I know this question is old but Topiramate only effects estrogen based birth controls ( and it can effect them greatly, I wouldn’t trust your dr who put you on them...they should know better). You need to be on a progesterone based birth control, like the ‘mini-pill’, an iud, the shot, or an implant. These won’t be effected! I’m on trokendi (Topiramate) and am having to find a new form of bc now because it’s messing with my pills!

( So the weight loss is one of the better side effects LOL. The biggest side effect for me was the hands and feet (and sometimes lips) tingling. Not all the time but especially in the beginning. Numbness too. They weren't bothersome enough for me to stop taking it, though. I hope it works for you.

I forgot to tell you my side effects from the diamox to compare. The only real side effects I have are tingling in my hands and feet. I hate it but its harmless...I guess...

I looked at Zithromax side effects, they vary by the dosage, single or multiple doses, doses in combination with another drug, and are listed as pre-marketing trials and post-marketing reports. Rhythm issues were reported less than 1% of the time in pre-marketing trials, and also in post-marketing reports. Post marketing reports are apparently voluntary and often include things clearly not related to the drug.

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