TOPIRAMATE

Overview

TOPIRAMATE is a Schedule H drug.
Topiramate is a seizure medicine, also called an anticonvulsant. Topiramate is used to treat seizures in adults and children who are at least 2 years old. Extended-release topiramate has a higher minimum age (at least 10 years old) when used as the child’s only seizure medicine. Topiramate is also used to prevent migraine headaches in adults and teenagers who are at least 12 years old. These medicines will only prevent migraine headaches or reduce the number of attacks.

Usage

TOPIRAMATE is generally used to treat: Seizure, Migraine

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney problems, during pregnancy. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, or trouble in concentration, avoid driving or operating machinery while taking this medication. Avoid activities such as swimming, driving, and climbing. Drink adequate water to reduce the risk of kidney stone especially in predisposed patients. Measure serum bicarbonate at baseline and periodically during treatment. Monitor closely for decreased sweating and increased body temperature, especially in hot weather.

Symptoms of Overdosage

TOPIRAMATE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Agitation, Depressed Mood, Eyes Double Vision (with One Eye Covered), Slow Thinking, Slurred Speech, Loss Of Coordination, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

TOPIRAMATE : Weight Loss (unintentional), Nervousness, Memory Problems

Serious Side-Effects

TOPIRAMATE : Fever, Chills, Frequent Urination, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Eyes Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision

Rare Side-Effects

TOPIRAMATE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

TOPIRAMATE can interfere with: Blood Dyscrasias, Bone Marrow Suppression, Fever, Acute Liver Failure, Depression, Psychosis, Acute Renal Failure, Lactic Acidosis, Diarrhoea, COPD, Glaucoma, Myopia

Technical Classification

TOPIRAMATE is categorized as: CARBONIC ANHYDRASE INHIBITOR ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with TOPIRAMATE as Ingredient

EPIMATE 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
EPIMATE 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
EPIMATE 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
EPITOME 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
EPITOME 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
EPITOP 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
EPITOP 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
EPITOP 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
EPITOP TABTOPIRAMATE 25 MG
MONOTOP 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
MONOTOP 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
MONOTOP TABTOPIRAMATE
NEXTOP 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
NEXTOP 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
NEXTOP 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
SOTOP 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
SOTOP 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
T MATE 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
T MATE 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
T MATE 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TMATECAD 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TMATECAD 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TMATECAD 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPAMAC 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100 MG
TOPAMAC 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25 MG
TOPAMAC 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50 MG
TOPAMATE 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPAMATE 25MG FC-TABTOPIRAMATE 25 MG
TOPAMATE 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPAMED 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPAMED 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPAMED 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPATE 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPATE 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPAZ 100 TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPAZ 200 TABTOPIRAMATE 200.0 MG
TOPAZ 25 TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPAZ 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25 MG
TOPAZ 50 TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPAZ 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50 MG
TOPEMA 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPEX 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPICON 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPICON 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPICON 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPIRAIN 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPIRAIN 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPIRAM 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPIRATE 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPIRATE 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPIROL 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPIROL 15MG TABTOPIRAMATE 15.0 MG
TOPIROL 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25 MG
TOPIROL 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50 MG
TOPLEP 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPMAC 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25 MG
TOPSE 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPSE 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPSE 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TOPSULANT 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TOPSULANT 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TOPSULANT 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TORATE 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TORMAP 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
TORMAP 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
TORMAP 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TRAMACON 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG
TRAMACON SR 100MG TABTOPIRAMATE 100.0 MG
URATE 25MG TABTOPIRAMATE 25.0 MG
URATE 50MG TABTOPIRAMATE 50.0 MG