Posted by Murphia on November 18, 2003, at 16:15:59
In reply to Re: Topamax Experiences?, posted by CaliGirl on November 18, 2003, at 15:44:16
Topamax interferes with estrogen type birth control. You should call you doc about either strong birth control or some type of back-up. Most people use a condom as a backup. Better to be safe than surprised. Murph
> > This isn't really a reply to anything, it was something I was just wondering. I started Topamax and Lexapro at the same time. I'm beginning to think this was not such a bright idea. For one thing, I've read Topamax can cause depression, as well as anxiety, tingling in limbs, tiredness, and cognitive impairment; then I read Lexapro can cause anxiety, tiredness, tingling in limbs, confusion, ect. How am I supposed to know what is causing what S/E? Or what's working, and what's not?! It's crazy! I have no idea if the Lexapro is working for the depression, because the Topamax could be causing the depression I feel, and I have no idea if the Topamax or the Lexapro is causing the anxiety I feel. The Topamax is helping me curb my appetite during the day, but not helping my night binges, which is why I was prescribed it. Plus I have that interference with my BC's (described in previous posts), so I'm thinking of dropping it altogether. I go to see my doc today, so I'll see what she says.
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> Hello. This is my first post. As I am starting to take Topamax tonight (25mg), I thought I would read up on it. I am currently taking 50mg Zoloft. My doctor is prescribing Topamax strictly for weight loss. As I am bulimic, I cannot take a few other meds, such as Wellbuterin. While some of the side effects scare me, I am willing to give Topamax a try. However, I am concerned about it's effect on my BC pills, Trilevelen. When you say it's interfering with your BC, what do you mean? Are you missing your period altogether, or is it just delayed? If so, for how long? I do not want to get pregnant while on this medication. What did your doctor advise you? Any additional insight you could give would be helpful. Thanks!
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