Posted by chik on November 16, 2003, at 9:24:11
In reply to Re: Topamax Experiences?, posted by verygood on November 14, 2003, at 22:51:08
> This is my first post here. I am taking 150 mg of topamax, split 50 at am and 100 at pm. So far it is doing a good job dealing with my issues of BP. Have been on it since the 15th of October and have to say that I have lost weight even though I wasn't really overweight to begin with. All of the other medicines I tried just didn't do that well with respect to my rapid cycling problem. This is a test. LOL.
> Anyway, with respect to the question posted above, I have been told...prolonged use of antiseizure medication interferes with the production of biotin, choline and PABA.
> Biotin deficiency syptoms can include fatigue, lack of appetite, dermititis, hair loss, anemia, nausea, depression and brittle nails.
> Choline is a neurotransmitter of the brain and a deficiency there can alter your alert status a bit causing you to become a somewhat stupid. DUH??? PABA plays an important role in determining skin health , hair pigmentation and health of the intestines.
> So...what I am doing is supplementing my diet with a dose of 2,500mcg of biotin, 500mg of PABA and 250mg of Choline once a day. In additon, I take 500mg of Magnesium for fatigue and maintenence of glucose function, coral calcium and ultra mega vitamins for woman. I know, it is a lot. But...what the heck. I didn't ask for a life of medication and if I have to swallow a few vitamins to keep the nasty side effects away, I guess I will. Hope it is the right combination. So far I haven't lost much hair at all, but it is still early. And my sentences are still complete. Sex is still good and...well need I say more?
> Thank you all for sharing your experiences.I have appreciated it.
> Yours in the fight against stigma,
> VeryGood
I'm glad you're doing so good. I'm doing very good on Topa too. I'm just pretty tired all the time..but it deffinitely beats how I was feeling before...Who told you all that info on prolonged use of anti-seizure meds? I find it very interesting and I would deffinitely consider taking those supplements but I just wanted to make sure it came from a credible source..no offense to you..but you never know these days what to believe..thanks for the info
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