Topiramate Benefits & Uses

Topiramate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome

Topiramate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 50 mg twice daily
Geriatric	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 50 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 50 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 350 mg/day

Topiramate Related Warnings

Is the use of Topiramate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Topiramate. It is best to stop taking Topiramate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Topiramate safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Topiramate on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Topiramate on the Kidneys?

Topiramate has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Topiramate on the Liver?

Topiramate may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Topiramate on the Heart?

Topiramate is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Topiramate with Other Drugs

Topiramate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Caffeine

Phenytoin

Topiramate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Topiramate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Topiramate

Is this Topiramate habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Topiramate is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Topiramate, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Topiramate can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Topiramate only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Topiramate has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Topiramate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Topiramate

Taking Topiramate with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Topiramate

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Topiramate as it can have severe side effects.

Severe