Posted by Janey on July 6, 2002, at 10:27:02
In reply to Re: Topamax: weight loss/mild depression, posted by RES on June 11, 2002, at 14:19:20
I just found all these posts because I was researching Topomax. I was given samples of it from my neurologist to tide me over until I get results back from numerous tests. I might possible have a seizure disorder, but hopefully it will be ruled out and it was just a fluke thing, but he gave me the Topomax(50mg) just incase. I also take Prozac (40mg) for a slump I am in, and I must admit, I love the combo. I am 5'6" and 12 weeks ago I weighed 180. The Prozac helped me start losing a good amount of weight, but I started the Topomax 2 weeks ago and now I am down to 160. The only thing is, it seems like my scale has been stuck there for days. I can't drink anything carbonated...it makes me gag, I haven't been able to sleep at all, so I am afraid to see if I can up the dosage.. BUT, sex is great now and I am very motivated to lose more weight. The weightloss alone kind of makes it all worth it. I have read that Topomax can cause memory loss and kidney stones, but on the same note, I have not had one headache in 2 weeks :) Does anyone else have any problems with sleep from the Topomax? I guess that is the biggest negative side effect I have (that and weird BM, but I won't get into that, LOL). Also, I have read that alot of you are taking yours in two daily doses. I hope I didn't miss that from my dr, I just take 2 pills in the am. I go back for followup in a few days, so I will check.
poster:Janey
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