Posted by Nickengland on June 30, 2005, at 11:28:38
In reply to PLEASE SOMEONE HELP ME! TOPAMAX MAKES ME A ZOMBIE!, posted by honeychica on June 30, 2005, at 10:27:43
Hi Lauren :-)
Yes you're right Topamax is sometimes given for migraines...I believe its indicated for that use in the US too. Its main use however is epilepsy.
I actually take Topamax myself and not for epilepsy or migraines, but as a mood stabliser for bipolar disorder. This use is "off label" but is very common for psychiatrists to prescribe medication that is off label, simply because the medication, in this case Topamax can help other conditions as well.
Feeling woozy on it sounds pretty normal to me if you've just started it...is it giving you a calming effect?...and what dose are you taking?
I would think your docor has given you Topamax because it sounds like you've been through quite a rough time these past few weeks..he is probably thinking that this will help to keep you calm and more stable ~ I've found it helps in this way too.
Kind regards
Nick
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