Topiramate
Information about Topiramate
Topiramate Uses
Topiramate is used for epilepsy/seizures, epilepsy, Prevention of migraine, mania, Lennox–Gastaut syndrome, migraine, trigeminal neuralgia and seizures.
How Topiramate works
Topiramate is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common side effects of Topiramate
Dizziness, Fatigue, Fever, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Psychomotor impairment, Sleepiness, Speech disorder, Weight loss, Decreased appetite, Joint pain, Abnormal vision
Available Medicine for Topiramate
TopamacJanssen Pharmaceuticals
₹141 to ₹5293 variant(s)
TopirolSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹29 to ₹3084 variant(s)
TopazIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹116 to ₹4344 variant(s)
TopirainTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹55 to ₹1072 variant(s)
TormapArinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd
₹80 to ₹1713 variant(s)
LeptomateLa Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹49 to ₹1713 variant(s)
EpitopMicro Labs Ltd
₹51 to ₹1083 variant(s)
TopamedIcon Life Sciences
₹62 to ₹2223 variant(s)
MonotopKivi Labs Ltd
₹45 to ₹1363 variant(s)
TopateTas Med India Pvt Ltd
₹61 to ₹802 variant(s)
Expert advice for Topiramate
- Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
- Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
- Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day while taking Topiramate. This can reduce the risk of kidney stones.
- Monitor your weight during treatment with this medicine as it can cause weight gain.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
- Topiramate helps in the treatment and prevention of seizures.
- Take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Topiramate, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Monitor your weight during treatment with this medicine as it can cause weight gain.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Do not take Topiramate if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
- Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
- Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
- Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
- It may increase the risk of low sodium levels in the blood. Inform your doctor if you develop difficulty concentrating, memory problems, confusion, weakness, and unsteadiness.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.