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Posted by loopie on September 12, 2003, at 14:37:46
In reply to Re: Topamax and Effexor XR, posted by KimberlyDi on August 9, 2003, at 13:21:49
Have you lost any weight yet? I, like you have gained 50 pounds because of depression, and the meds. to try to combat it. I still am only on 50 miligrams! I don't know why my doctor has not increased my dosage yet! I am still eating like a horse. I am not sure if the Topamax is helping my mood disorder yet.
Posted by galkeepinon on September 13, 2003, at 1:33:13
In reply to Re: Topamax and Effexor XR » KimberlyDi, posted by loopie on September 12, 2003, at 14:37:46
loopie, I wish you the best on Topamax. I lost 25 pounds on that med and it was great because I have gained so much from some other psych meds.
I started losing weight at 50mg, but after about the 2 month mark~I really lost, and my appetite decreased.
Good luck, I hope it helps with your mood disorder too~unfortunately it didn't help mine.
Take care.
> Have you lost any weight yet? I, like you have gained 50 pounds because of depression, and the meds. to try to combat it. I still am only on 50 miligrams! I don't know why my doctor has not increased my dosage yet! I am still eating like a horse. I am not sure if the Topamax is helping my mood disorder yet.
Posted by jeffha on September 15, 2003, at 11:53:25
In reply to Re:topamax & dullness????, posted by Nancy on April 28, 1999, at 13:36:37
Topomax can decrease your ability to sweat and therefore increase the chance of you getting hyperthermic, developing heat stroke. It is not an absolute contrandication to using it but it is something everyone needs to be aware of. FYI
Did you also know that Topomax has also been found to have very positive effects on alcoholism (changes brain chemistry so the individual no longer craves alcohol), and diabetic neuropathies where it has the effect of repairing peripheral nerves that have been damaged by the elevated sugar levels seen in diabetics.
I have been very impressed by Topomax's effect on alcoholics and people with obesity. I haven't tried it on anyone with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
Jeff
Posted by The Lorax on September 17, 2003, at 10:21:24
In reply to Re: Topamax: Weight loss/Cognitive Chgs, posted by Karmagirl on July 12, 2002, at 16:24:52
I have been on Topamax for a month now (At a low dose) and for the last three weeks I have been experiencing joint pain. I have been wondering if this could be associated with the Topamax and if so, should I be concerned? Thanks for any input!
Posted by galkeepinon on September 17, 2003, at 14:54:56
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain????, posted by The Lorax on September 17, 2003, at 10:21:24
Hi, when I took Topamax I never experienced joint pain. BUT, I did experience it with Remeron and Prozac.
Besides being VERY uncomfortable, I wouldn't be concerned, but calling your doc may help too:-)
Hang in there!
> I have been on Topamax for a month now (At a low dose) and for the last three weeks I have been experiencing joint pain. I have been wondering if this could be associated with the Topamax and if so, should I be concerned? Thanks for any input!
Posted by sarita0001 on September 17, 2003, at 20:16:01
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain????, posted by The Lorax on September 17, 2003, at 10:21:24
Hi-
I had joint pain only in my knees when I would go running. It lasted a few weeks and happened once in a while. If it doesn't go away, talk to the dr. It is a side effect.
Best,
S
Posted by galkeepinon on September 18, 2003, at 6:20:38
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain????, posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:16:05
>>>Anybody had hairloss on lamictal, 250 mgs and lower? This is for BP II, diagnosed two months ago. I'd rather lose weight than hair!
YES!! My hair loss started when I first started on Lamictal (50mg) a while back, I am only at 25mg now after starting it over a month ago. I noticed if I brush my hair out more~the hairloss doesn't seem to be bad. Also, taking vitamins surely might help?
It's hard to see literally clumps of hair in my drain or shower after washing my hair *yikes*
Posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:26:15
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain???? » The Lorax, posted by galkeepinon on September 17, 2003, at 14:54:56
had pain in L hip for about 2 weeks but it seems to have gone away--I thought I'd injured it somehow. It felt like it had been dislocated. Main problem for me is continuing hair loss despite tapering Topamax (BPII) from 300 mgs to 150. Does it stop? I'm blaming it on Lamictal, because hair started coming out at Lam. 250. What about wellbutrin, lamictal and serzone? Anybody have experience?
Posted by galkeepinon on September 18, 2003, at 6:42:15
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain???? » galkeepinon, posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:26:15
to be honest, my hair hasn't stopped falling out since starting Lamictal.
But, it's probably because I don't have the best nutrition. Prozac never caused my hair to fall out. I've never tried Wellbutrin long enough to see.
I can talk the talk but it's hard for me to walk the walk.
Hang in there!> had pain in L hip for about 2 weeks but it seems to have gone away--I thought I'd injured it somehow. It felt like it had been dislocated. Main problem for me is continuing hair loss despite tapering Topamax (BPII) from 300 mgs to 150. Does it stop? I'm blaming it on Lamictal, because hair started coming out at Lam. 250. What about wellbutrin, lamictal and serzone? Anybody have experience?
Posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:58:34
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain???? » rainy, posted by galkeepinon on September 18, 2003, at 6:42:15
> >Thanks for your response. I have started selenium and zinc supplements as well as the usual mutilviatmin. Appetites's back so nutrition is OK. Also somebidt said she brushed her hair out and that seemed to help--I've been tentative about that. The guy who'z cut my hair twice said to rinse with cold water.
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Posted by JaneB on September 18, 2003, at 7:08:47
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain????, posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:16:05
Also, losing hair but blaming Lamictal. Anybody had hairloss on lamictal, 250 mgs and lower? This is for BP II, diagnosed two months ago. I'd rather lose weight than hair!
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Jane
Posted by JaneB on September 18, 2003, at 7:10:26
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain???? » galkeepinon, posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:24:57
Posted by JaneB on September 18, 2003, at 7:12:48
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain????, posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:58:34
Lexapro was one AD that did not cause hair loss for me. Other problems--but not hair loss.
Jane
Posted by galkeepinon on September 18, 2003, at 13:33:54
In reply to Re: Topamax: Joint Pain????, posted by rainy on September 18, 2003, at 6:58:34
>>>>>Thanks for your response.
You're welcome and I hope the selenium and zinc help.
>>>>>somebody said she brushed her hair out and that seemed to help--I've been tentative about that. The guy who'z cut my hair twice said to rinse with cold water.
that was me LOL, I also heard that rinsing your hair with cold water helps the shine :-)Good luck!:-)
Posted by Rainbowlight on September 18, 2003, at 18:26:13
In reply to Re: Hair loss on Lamictal » rainy, posted by JaneB on September 18, 2003, at 7:08:47
Recently I was losing tons of hair. This is what I bought at GNC that stopped it cold within 2 weeks. Coenzyme Q10 (1 a day), Silica (1 a day) and Kelp (5 a day). They also sell a Biotin shampoo and conditioner that is made for thinning hair (about $3.99). These are the only things that actually stopped my hairloss. Be careful with Rogaine. It made my hair fall out twice as bad.
Posted by galkeepinon on September 18, 2003, at 19:52:17
In reply to What worked for my hairloss, posted by Rainbowlight on September 18, 2003, at 18:26:13
Thanks for the info. Can I ask if the Coenzyme Q10 (1 a day), Silica (1 a day) and Kelp (5 a day) upset your tummy? I have a very sensitive tummy, but like the info you gave and want to try it. My hair falls out all the time due to the medication.
Thanks.> Recently I was losing tons of hair. This is what I bought at GNC that stopped it cold within 2 weeks. Coenzyme Q10 (1 a day), Silica (1 a day) and Kelp (5 a day). They also sell a Biotin shampoo and conditioner that is made for thinning hair (about $3.99). These are the only things that actually stopped my hairloss. Be careful with Rogaine. It made my hair fall out twice as bad.
Posted by Zenclearer on September 18, 2003, at 22:00:56
In reply to What worked for my hairloss, posted by Rainbowlight on September 18, 2003, at 18:26:13
I tried CoEnzyme Q10, and I felt like it caused burning when urinating. Do you have that problem?
I also felt a bit hot-flashed.
Do you feel any side effects from it?
Posted by Rainbowlight on September 19, 2003, at 1:31:25
In reply to Re: What worked for my hairloss » Rainbowlight, posted by galkeepinon on September 18, 2003, at 19:52:17
I took the Coenzyme Q10 in the morning, along with the Silica, and spread the kelp throughout the day. None of these bothered my tummy (I have a sensitive tummy too). I hope they work for you. I was in total panic mode, mine had been falling out for months. I lost over half my hair. It was awful. It is now growing back though.
Posted by Rainbowlight on September 19, 2003, at 1:33:01
In reply to Re: What worked for my hairloss » Rainbowlight, posted by Zenclearer on September 18, 2003, at 22:00:56
I didn't have any side effects from it (which is rare for me! LOL!) Maybe you could break the dose up and take a little at a time.
Posted by rainy on September 19, 2003, at 6:40:08
In reply to Re: What worked for my hairloss, posted by Rainbowlight on September 19, 2003, at 1:31:25
> What meds were you on,Rainbowlight? When you began using that stuff from GNC. Also when I referred to Serzon and wellbutrtin I was talking about the AD punch, not hairloss. I've been surprised by suicidal ideation lately that I'm putting on the Lamictal as well as hairloss. Attitude?
Posted by HaleyR on September 20, 2003, at 18:37:14
In reply to Re: new to topamax, question about dosage, posted by SpreadDaALoha on April 1, 2003, at 7:06:23
I have been on different anti-depressants since 9/11/01 and am currently on lexapro. I have put on 15 pounds which makes me more depressed. My eating habits have become horrible. Eating in the middle of the night (cookies and milk,) etc. My doctor has put me on topomax before things get out of control. I have been on it three weeks - am up to 75 mg. and have a very dry mouth and kinda sick to my stomach. - But no weight loss - I am still making sure I eat. I just dont know what do to - I am frightened of some of the side effects Ive been reading about and is it all worth it for 15 pounds and when will they come off - and will they come off because I feel too sick to eat? I would appreciate some advice - and I do exercise on the threadmill for my mental and physical well being, yet I just cant drop the weight. Thanks for any help.
Posted by The Lorax on September 22, 2003, at 14:14:24
In reply to Re: new to topamax, need some advice, posted by HaleyR on September 20, 2003, at 18:37:14
I hear ya! I have had the same concerns. I have been on Topamax for even longer with no results... I just talked to my Dr. and he raised my dosage to 100 mgs, this is part the reason... my Dr. said that he didn't want to "shock" my system by giving me too much at once and on lower dosages you don't really lose weight.
By the way... I have found that a lot of the side effects that you read about are temporary. Which made me very happy! I hope this helps.
> I have been on different anti-depressants since 9/11/01 and am currently on lexapro. I have put on 15 pounds which makes me more depressed. My eating habits have become horrible. Eating in the middle of the night (cookies and milk,) etc. My doctor has put me on topomax before things get out of control. I have been on it three weeks - am up to 75 mg. and have a very dry mouth and kinda sick to my stomach. - But no weight loss - I am still making sure I eat. I just dont know what do to - I am frightened of some of the side effects Ive been reading about and is it all worth it for 15 pounds and when will they come off - and will they come off because I feel too sick to eat? I would appreciate some advice - and I do exercise on the threadmill for my mental and physical well being, yet I just cant drop the weight. Thanks for any help.
Posted by lesliekay on September 23, 2003, at 6:57:05
In reply to Re: new to topamax, need some advice, posted by HaleyR on September 20, 2003, at 18:37:14
> I have been on different anti-depressants since 9/11/01 and am currently on lexapro. I have put on 15 pounds which makes me more depressed. My eating habits have become horrible. Eating in the middle of the night (cookies and milk,) etc. My doctor has put me on topomax before things get out of control. I have been on it three weeks - am up to 75 mg. and have a very dry mouth and kinda sick to my stomach. - But no weight loss - I am still making sure I eat. I just dont know what do to - I am frightened of some of the side effects Ive been reading about and is it all worth it for 15 pounds and when will they come off - and will they come off because I feel too sick to eat? I would appreciate some advice - and I do exercise on the threadmill for my mental and physical well being, yet I just cant drop the weight. Thanks for any help.
What I have found is that topamax causes the weight loss because you just lose interest in food. I lost 28 pounds on it without blinking an eye. It was lexapro that made me sick to my stomach. The only side effect I got from Topamax(and it is a big one) is becoming stupid on it. I handled that with a dosage reduction....good luck...Leslie kay
Posted by HaleyR on September 23, 2003, at 9:46:49
In reply to Re: new to topamax, need some advice » HaleyR, posted by lesliekay on September 23, 2003, at 6:57:05
> > I have been on different anti-depressants since 9/11/01 and am currently on lexapro. I have put on 15 pounds which makes me more depressed. My eating habits have become horrible. Eating in the middle of the night (cookies and milk,) etc. My doctor has put me on topomax before things get out of control. I have been on it three weeks - am up to 75 mg. and have a very dry mouth and kinda sick to my stomach. - But no weight loss - I am still making sure I eat. I just dont know what do to - I am frightened of some of the side effects Ive been reading about and is it all worth it for 15 pounds and when will they come off - and will they come off because I feel too sick to eat? I would appreciate some advice - and I do exercise on the threadmill for my mental and physical well being, yet I just cant drop the weight. Thanks for any help.
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> What I have found is that topamax causes the weight loss because you just lose interest in food. I lost 28 pounds on it without blinking an eye. It was lexapro that made me sick to my stomach. The only side effect I got from Topamax(and it is a big one) is becoming stupid on it. I handled that with a dosage reduction....good luck...Leslie kay
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>Leslie kay - Would you mind telling me the dosage you were on when you lost interest in food and when the side effect kicked in? I am just curious if it was a higher dosage than I am taking. I have just started 100 mg. Thanks Haley R.
Posted by Nitro on September 23, 2003, at 11:16:10
In reply to Re: new to topamax, need some advice, posted by HaleyR on September 23, 2003, at 9:46:49
> > > I have been on different anti-depressants since 9/11/01 and am currently on lexapro. I have put on 15 pounds which makes me more depressed. My eating habits have become horrible. Eating in the middle of the night (cookies and milk,) etc. My doctor has put me on topomax before things get out of control. I have been on it three weeks - am up to 75 mg. and have a very dry mouth and kinda sick to my stomach. - But no weight loss - I am still making sure I eat. I just dont know what do to - I am frightened of some of the side effects Ive been reading about and is it all worth it for 15 pounds and when will they come off - and will they come off because I feel too sick to eat? I would appreciate some advice - and I do exercise on the threadmill for my mental and physical well being, yet I just cant drop the weight. Thanks for any help.
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> > What I have found is that topamax causes the weight loss because you just lose interest in food. I lost 28 pounds on it without blinking an eye. It was lexapro that made me sick to my stomach. The only side effect I got from Topamax(and it is a big one) is becoming stupid on it. I handled that with a dosage reduction....good luck...Leslie kay
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> >Leslie kay - Would you mind telling me the dosage you were on when you lost interest in food and when the side effect kicked in? I am just curious if it was a higher dosage than I am taking. I have just started 100 mg. Thanks Haley R.
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> I am on my second week of Topamax now, but at a really low dosage, 25 mg morning and night and have had no side effects except some tingling in my hands after exercise (running up the sand dunes yesterday). I am on the Topamax for migranes and my doc is keeping me at the 50 mg per day level right now because my migraines have totally stopped. I cannot remember the last time I went 2 weeks in a row without a migrains so if I can do it with such a low level of topamax I will just stay there, we are kind of experimenting, want to stay with the lowest dose possible. I feel like my appetite is a little bit decreased but not much. Darn!! I am glad I haven't gotten any of the confusion some of the people here have noted - of course maybe I just haven't noticed it...Have any others noticed migraines stopping or decreasing?
Thanks! Nitro
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