Posted by anna on August 12, 2001, at 22:04:27
In reply to Re: Topamax: day 3, posted by chloe on August 12, 2001, at 19:18:37
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> AKC,Anna and Kingfish,
> Thank you SO much for your posts. It has been so helpful to get info about this med from the frontlines.
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> So far, I have very few negative effects. I do have some dizziness and ditziness! but I don't mind being a little slow at the moment. I went to the bagel shop for breakfast, and I was asked what I wanted, and all I could say was "ahh..." Even though I knew exactly what I wanted, I just couldn't say it right away! I laughed about it later. Something that I haven't been doing much. I also find that I am not ruminating so much about every stupid thing that happens during the day. Ahh.
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> Top. seems to have a mild activating property, though at times I feel kind of somnolent. I am finding about 2 in the afternoon, I get a bit nervous and gitty. I also get a tremor. I wonder if the blood level is getting low or high or something...But if I channel the anxiety well, I end up feeling good and optimistic. I hope the anxiety doesn't increase though...Anyone else experiencing anxiety during the day with top?
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> Lastly, I do have some strange sensations on my skin all over my body. My face has tingled, also the back of my legs. I also feel a little itchy esp on my calves! But not bad.
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> Anna, I would really suggest seeing a dermatologist. There may be some creams or special soaps that can help your condition, so you don't have to d/c a good med for you. I know that the "antibacterial" soaps that are everywhere nowadays, make the skin on my hands peel off too. It hurts and looks awful. So I have learned to avoid such soaps. You might consider bringing a special soap to work...
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> Thanks everyone. You people are really terrific and supportive.
> ChloeChloe, I also have anxiety that seems to worsen in the afternoon but I just attributed this to burn out from my kids or work, lol. But seriously, it is when I need my klonopin the most to settle me.
Also, I really will take your advice and consult with a Derm. This is driving me insane, and I am already using soaps for "sensitive skin". Good luck to you,
Anna
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