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I just started Topamax 100 MG for weight loss from taking and gaining weight from lithium. I have been on Topamax for awhile, none of it was to help with migraines. Now I am back on them and the weight is not coming back off. Now I am back on them and the weight is not coming back off. It does not come without side-effects, but keep in mind, most medications have them. Always read the literature that comes with the medication or talk to your pharmacist about potential side effects and interactions to educate yourself first. Your weight is a balancing act, and calories are part of that equation. Request an Appointment Find a Doctor Find a Job Give Now. Mayo Clinic offers appointments in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota and at Mayo Clinic Health System locations. seems positive that the Topamax would help with the depression. All medication has the potential for side effects. Topamax has been on the market a long time. We have to fix our mind and understand why we over eat. So no judgement on the use of medication for weight loss. I have lost about a three pounds but was wondering how fast does the weight really come off. Good luck with your weight loss and also for I commend you for being a care giver. The internet is terrible and just scares us when it comes to things like this. We have to fix our mind and understand why we over eat. My doctor just put me on Topamax a week ago. I took Topomax a few years ago for migraines due to overuse of Tylenol taken after an accident. I found this discussion looking for a weight loss aide. I take topamax and five other meds for epilepsy, I have a VNS, so I have trouble sleeping as well, so my neurologist gives me klonopin at night, 2 mg, because it helps me sleep, it keeps seizures away, and it also help the nerve pain if I do have a seizure. I have had the worst bloating, I feel like (and look like) i swallowed a watermellon. I am back on Topamax the doctor put me 200mg twice a day but just recently changed it to 100mg in the morning and 200mg at night, since I was taking a total of 400mg before. Well I was prescribed topmax back in 2011 for a number of thing. I just started topamax but feeling really foggy and dizzy also sick to my stomach is this normal I have only ben on it for about 3 days. He added it on to the Lamictol I take for my Seizures. I admit it, I love my food and my weight has been a lifelong struggle. If you can make any sense of my post your opinion would be most appreciated, Thank you for your help. But its driving me nutz that I have slept in 4 days. When I looked up on the comp. Good luck with your weight loss and also for I commend you for being a care giver. I do try to give all the info I can but sometimes my delivery is harsh due to my frustration. Hi, I tio have suffered migraines for years and have been taking amitriptyline for years with moderate effectiveness. I lost 35 lbs and then quit taking the topomax cause of cost at the time and gained the weight back. Honestly, I feel that it is my duty to give out the information that I have. ) for maybe 20-30 minutes at a time. Topamax is prescribed off label for Binge Eating Disorder. I take mine during the day, and always have. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. So my I feel the dr will most likely raise it to 100 mg. I noticed your post was from February and I would love to know if you have lost any weight in the past 6 months. Very little dieting was involved other than the exclusion of soda and I started walking twice a week (albeit sporadically, to be honest about it. Honestly, I feel that it is my duty to give out the information that I have. I recently spoke with a neurologist who suggested Topamax. Hi, I tio have suffered migraines for years and have been taking amitriptyline for years with moderate effectiveness. The first dose I was on was 100mg twice a day and and I lost 70 pounds. I have been on Topamax for awhile, none of it was to help with migraines. Be bold, be brave, be brief my friends - make it count. I lost 35 lbs and then quit taking the topomax cause of cost at the time and gained the weight back. Some of us have brain chemistry issues contributing to our weight, and may need pharmacological help, but we also need healthy nutrition, exercise, and maybe even counseling. I am somewhat overweight but I never thought of using it for that until i read all this. I just started Topamax 100 MG for weight loss from taking and gaining weight from lithium. If you suffer from migraine, I hear Topamax is a great product for relief. Sometimes people need help to get the weight off and relieve their hips and other joints. Our general interest e-newsletter keeps you up to date on a wide variety of health topics. Weight loss comes down to burning more calories than you take in. Keep in mind, not all binge eaters are over weight or obese however. My slim daughter was prescribed Topamax for migraines and said she lost 10lbs over the course of several months. I had the gastric bypass 14 years ago and put on Topomax 8 years ago for migraines. The Dr. My hubby gained 80 lbs from that and lithium. It will help lessen the pain with the migraine or sometimes will stop it. Perhaps there is something your doctor could give you to help you sleep. Definitely split the pills and start at 25mg for a week then 50mg for a week then up to 100mg. I gained 45 pounds while living here and barely leaving the house. I still get an occasional migraine but nothing like before. So, not much in the way of exercise either. I have been fighting Migraines for the last 6 years mostly caused from stress from work. I only started losing a little weight at 75 mg. I tapered off the amitriptyline while titrating up on Topamax. When I was dx with Migraines I was taking a sub-lingual pill called Maxalt (this does work) you have to take one tablet and place it under your tongue as you feel a migraine coming on. Very little dieting was involved other than the exclusion of soda and I started walking twice a week (albeit sporadically, to be honest about it. I just starting Topamax for my tension headaches. So I ask my doctor about trying it for my weight loss. When I read a post saying that someone tried bananas for the tingling and it worked - well, it just makes me stupidly happy. Mayo Clinic Health Letter Medical Products Population Health and Wellness Programs Health Plan Administration Medical Laboratory Services Continuing Education for Medical Professionals Giving to Mayo Clinic Give Now Your Impact Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us to Give Give to Mayo Clinic Help set a new world standard in care for people everywhere. I recently spoke with a neurologist who suggested Topamax. I have read a lot of post that have talked about hair loss as a side effect of taking Topamax, but it is not list as a side effect on the list from the pharmacy. Wondering now if it is this medicine. I am off them but boy what an awful feeling, diarrhea, weakness, etc. Finally got insurance. Can you e-mail me any information that will help me. BED is a psychiatric disorder, much like bulimia and anorexia, except there is no purging or laxative use. My doctor just put me on Topamax a week ago. I already suffered with the onset of an eating disorder and there is some debate as to whether my eating disorder triggered my epilepsy. The biggest thing is not being able to remember words. I already suffered with the onset of an eating disorder and there is some debate as to whether my eating disorder triggered my epilepsy. I had the gastric bypass 14 years ago and put on Topomax 8 years ago for migraines. I think I have gotten like 45 mins each night since Thursday night. I have taken Armour Thyroid for about 20 years and my numbers are always right where I want them to be. He cut those 2 out and stayed on topamax and lost over 90 lbs in 6-7 mos. Pills are not a magic bullet for weight loss. He added it on to the Lamictol I take for my Seizures. Yes it has controlled my epilepsy, but actually everything else is much worse. I think I use the lortab as a crutch to dull my entire experience of living down here. And Kudos to you for doing your homework. Pills are not a magic bullet for weight loss. If you have serious health problems because of your weight, your doctor may suggest weight-loss surgery or medications for you. When I was totally weaned of Tylenol I waited a couple months and then started weaning myself off Topamax. My meds we doubled and topamax was added with my deprakote. I know klonopin is given in low doses to anxiety patients. But I wish the manufacture would just change the taste of the pill, its fast dissolve and strong peppermint taste. Thank you for being so understanding and kind. Im on 1000 mg of gabapentin twice a day, tramadol, percocet, imitrex injections, phenergran, migrainal, maxalt, magnesium, valium 10 mg three ties a day, xanax, botox, and this is all for cluster headaches. I noticed in the last month that the tension headaches are just as bad as my Migraines. :). Her migraines came back so a few months later she tried it again and said the 2nd time around she had NO weight loss from it. I was on Topamax for 10 years when I tapered off due to myself being afraid of just taking the drug for so long. You have to do your home work and follow directions. Definitely split the pills and start at 25mg for a week then 50mg for a week then up to 100mg. Products and Services The Mayo Clinic Diet Experience Book: The Mayo Clinic Diet Subscription Online Service: The Mayo Clinic Diet Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program Book: The Mayo Clinic Diabetes Diet Book: Mayo Clinic Fitness for Everybody. But I wish the manufacture would just change the taste of the pill, its fast dissolve and strong peppermint taste. Give now. So no judgement on the use of medication for weight loss. Im on 1000 mg of gabapentin twice a day, tramadol, percocet, imitrex injections, phenergran, migrainal, maxalt, magnesium, valium 10 mg three ties a day, xanax, botox, and this is all for cluster headaches. 50 mg 2x day. I am back on Topamax the doctor put me 200mg twice a day but just recently changed it to 100mg in the morning and 200mg at night, since I was taking a total of 400mg before. I noticed in the last month that the tension headaches are just as bad as my Migraines. And Kudos to you for doing your homework. And says that I should start losing the weight I gained while being constipated on the lortabs for so long. it said Topamax for seizures and migraines. Probably the wrong idea. being on it for so long. I have only been taking it for a few weeks and the only side effect I have noticed is carbonated beverages taste flat and have no flavor. Can you e-mail me any information that will help me. I just started this medication, for horrible migraines, and I really want to give it a try. I have a history of binge eating, (I know how to eat healthy and do at times, will lose some but I have a weakness for sugar and salt so I always manage to find what I have lost. If you can make any sense of my post your opinion would be most appreciated, Thank you for your help. She had to stop taking it though because she could think straight on it. I heard the weightloss effect depends on the dose. I found this discussion looking for a weight loss aide. So my I feel the dr will most likely raise it to 100 mg. Medication, if you choose to go that route, is there to relieve your symptoms, and sometimes cure disease. Am trying to move again, but my Mother livers her and is 84, so it is posing a challenge. I only started losing a little weight at 75 mg. Be bold, be brave, be brief my friends - make it count. Medication, if you choose to go that route, is there to relieve your symptoms, and sometimes cure disease. If you think you may have an eating disorder, please, please, please see your provider or someone who specializes in eating disorders. I came here to find information about Topamax before I decided if I want to take it for weight loss.
I am about to start back taking Topamax and although the weight loss alternative is not my reason for taking the medication, it certainly is a plus. Otherwise, now it is only when I stand in one place too long, my feet will tingle. I am getting mixed feedback based on everyones posts. Keep in mind, not all binge eaters are over weight or obese however. You have to do your home work and follow directions. Should I not be terrified to start them at this low dose. I have been on topiramate since the age of 14 for epilepsy. 50 mg 2x day. I am currently at 300 mg a day (split at 150 2x day). I came here to find information about Topamax before I decided if I want to take it for weight loss. I noticed your post was from February and I would love to know if you have lost any weight in the past 6 months. I do try to give all the info I can but sometimes my delivery is harsh due to my frustration. Your honesty, sense of humor and obvious knowledge of this drug was a joy to read. Yes it has controlled my epilepsy, but actually everything else is much worse. First off, kudos to everyone for taking an active role in your health and well-being by doing your homework and asking questions. I took Topomax a few years ago for migraines due to overuse of Tylenol taken after an accident. My meds we doubled and topamax was added with my deprakote. migraines being one thing but I had an eating disorder but now Im being prescribed topamax because I have anxiety and personality issues. Got meds. I just starting Topamax for my tension headaches. Because everyone is different, it is impossible to know how each of us will be effected. So, not much in the way of exercise either. I think I use the lortab as a crutch to dull my entire experience of living down here. The internet is terrible and just scares us when it comes to things like this. I have lost about a three pounds but was wondering how fast does the weight really come off. I have only been taking it for a few weeks and the only side effect I have noticed is carbonated beverages taste flat and have no flavor. Finally got insurance. I take mine during the day, and always have. I am getting mixed feedback based on everyones posts. If you suffer from migraine, I hear Topamax is a great product for relief. The topiramate definitely made my eating disorder worse, and in turn both my mental and physical health have declined. I just started this medication, for horrible migraines, and I really want to give it a try. ) for maybe 20-30 minutes at a time. It was at that point that I experienced weight loss. Over the last five years I have gain 50lbs and nothing I do diet wise has help. It will help lessen the pain with the migraine or sometimes will stop it. When I read a post saying that someone tried bananas for the tingling and it worked - well, it just makes me stupidly happy. It does not come without side-effects, but keep in mind, most medications have them. In the past I had been successful at losing weight on weight watchers. And says that I should start losing the weight I gained while being constipated on the lortabs for so long. Should I not be terrified to start them at this low dose. I would never think of going on this drug unless there were no other alternatives. The dosage of Topamax for weight loss is much lower (25 mg x2 per day I do believe), and should only be used for a short period of time. I am somewhat overweight but I never thought of using it for that until i read all this. Otherwise, now it is only when I stand in one place too long, my feet will tingle. I heard about Topamax from a family member that was suffering with migraines. Getting back on Topamax did not help my weight loss. Getting back on Topamax did not help my weight loss. The biggest thing is not being able to remember words. Sometimes people need help to get the weight off and relieve their hips and other joints. My slim daughter was prescribed Topamax for migraines and said she lost 10lbs over the course of several months. There is a reason Topamax is called Dopamax by doctors. Sometimes it can cause you to become nausea, I have medicine for that Zofran works great. Talk to your doctor, family and friends for support. I have been on Topamax two different times and NEVER experienced ANY weight loss from it. I only started the 100mg a few days ago and it seems to be working great. But its driving me nutz that I have slept in 4 days. All medication has the potential for side effects. First off, kudos to everyone for taking an active role in your health and well-being by doing your homework and asking questions. So definitely do your homework, speak with your Dr and work out a plan for your condition. Always read the literature that comes with the medication or talk to your pharmacist about potential side effects and interactions to educate yourself first. I have been on Topamax two different times and NEVER experienced ANY weight loss from it. Over the last five years I have gain 50lbs and nothing I do diet wise has help. I become so frustrated and embarrassed about my weight. Before I was on topiramate I was on carbamezaphine and I was a lot larger than I am today. He is adamant that I use the Topamax as a mood stabilizer just 25 2x a day. I am off them but boy what an awful feeling, diarrhea, weakness, etc. Please keep me informed on your progress maybe we can help each other thru this process. The dosage of Topamax for weight loss is much lower (25 mg x2 per day I do believe), and should only be used for a short period of time. Sometimes it can cause you to become nausea, I have medicine for that Zofran works great. I have had the worst bloating, I feel like (and look like) i swallowed a watermellon. I have known about topamax for some time and over the 20 years in MH, I have seen it work great for people with no side effects, work great with weight loss side effect, not work at all. I have been on topiramate since the age of 14 for epilepsy. Your honesty, sense of humor and obvious knowledge of this drug was a joy to read. I was on Topamax for 10 years when I tapered off due to myself being afraid of just taking the drug for so long. I have a great primary care Doc who said sure. I only started the 100mg a few days ago and it seems to be working great. I have read a lot of post that have talked about hair loss as a side effect of taking Topamax, but it is not list as a side effect on the list from the pharmacy. I gained 45 pounds while living here and barely leaving the house. I am currently at 300 mg a day (split at 150 2x day). While that seems simple, it can be challenging to implement a practical, effective and sustainable weight-loss plan. I am about to start back taking Topamax and although the weight loss alternative is not my reason for taking the medication, it certainly is a plus. Before I was on topiramate I was on carbamezaphine and I was a lot larger than I am today. I become so frustrated and embarrassed about my weight. It was at that point that I experienced weight loss. BED is a psychiatric disorder, much like bulimia and anorexia, except there is no purging or laxative use. How long do I need to be on topamax to experience weight loss. Please keep me informed on your progress maybe we can help each other thru this process. Topamax has been on the market a long time. I would never think of going on this drug unless there were no other alternatives. Well I was prescribed topmax back in 2011 for a number of thing. My question is are you taking any other Migraine medicine with your prescription of Topamax too. The topiramate definitely made my eating disorder worse, and in turn both my mental and physical health have declined. I do have these herniated discs that he said when I lose the weight. I just started topamax but feeling really foggy and dizzy also sick to my stomach is this normal I have only ben on it for about 3 days. When I looked up on the comp. Wondering now if it is this medicine. In this case, your doctor will discuss the potential benefits and the possible risks with you. The Dr. I say us because I have just talked with my prescribing doc about switching from Wellbutrin to topamax in hopes that It may help with weight loss. seems positive that the Topamax would help with the depression. I do have these herniated discs that he said when I lose the weight. In the past I had been successful at losing weight on weight watchers. There is a reason Topamax is called Dopamax by doctors. Am trying to move again, but my Mother livers her and is 84, so it is posing a challenge. I have been fighting Migraines for the last 6 years mostly caused from stress from work. I am losing weight now, but it is no thanks to this meds. How long do I need to be on topamax to experience weight loss. After about a year, I was increased to 100 mg. I am losing weight now, but it is no thanks to this meds. being on it for so long. Probably the wrong idea. When I was totally weaned of Tylenol I waited a couple months and then started weaning myself off Topamax. it said Topamax for seizures and migraines. This way of thinking is counter productive and dangerous in some cases. You can do that by reducing extra calories from food and beverages, and increasing calories burned through physical activity. I think I have gotten like 45 mins each night since Thursday night. migraines being one thing but I had an eating disorder but now Im being prescribed topamax because I have anxiety and personality issues. Some of us have brain chemistry issues contributing to our weight, and may need pharmacological help, but we also need healthy nutrition, exercise, and maybe even counseling. Her migraines came back so a few months later she tried it again and said the 2nd time around she had NO weight loss from it. After about a year, I was increased to 100 mg. She had to stop taking it though because she could think straight on it. I tapered off the amitriptyline while titrating up on Topamax. I admit it, I love my food and my weight has been a lifelong struggle. When I was dx with Migraines I was taking a sub-lingual pill called Maxalt (this does work) you have to take one tablet and place it under your tongue as you feel a migraine coming on. Thank you for being so understanding and kind. The first dose I was on was 100mg twice a day and and I lost 70 pounds. If you think you may have an eating disorder, please, please, please see your provider or someone who specializes in eating disorders. My question is are you taking any other Migraine medicine with your prescription of Topamax too. I have a great primary care Doc who said sure. I still get an occasional migraine but nothing like before. I have started taking it for a month now and found a huge difference. :). Topamax is prescribed off label for Binge Eating Disorder. So I ask my doctor about trying it for my weight loss. Got meds. I heard about Topamax from a family member that was suffering with migraines. He is adamant that I use the Topamax as a mood stabilizer just 25 2x a day. I have started taking it for a month now and found a huge difference.
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