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Topamax

Topamax

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Diarrhea
Fatigue
Alopecia
Balance problems
Nervousness
Heartburn
Dizziness
Tremor
Feeling anxious
Fever
Sleepiness
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vision loss
Double vision
Nystagmus
Hair loss
Numbness or tingling
Jerking eye movements
Paresthesia
Cognitive dysfunction
Abnormal sense of taste
Loss of appetite
Loss of strength
Vision distortion
Unintentional weight loss
Reduced appetite
Slow thinking
Decreased taste
Shaking hands or tremor

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Cleft lip
Suicidal thoughts

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Hi I want ask about Topamax (topiramate) medicine I have 18 years and I took it from 4 years as yet is this medicine has negative point to me or bad results in fut?

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Is topiramate safe for a 15 year old?

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Can topiramate be taken to reduce weight?

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Dose topamax (topiramate) come in liquid form?

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Can topamax (topiramate) worsen my gastroparesis?

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Is topiramate and effective treatment for migraines?

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Can topamax (topiramate) make you feel like bugs are biting you?

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How long does it take for the side effects of topamax (topiramate)?

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