What is Topirol (Topiramate) used for?

Topirol (Topiramate) is an oral anticonvulsant prescribed to treat patients suffering from epilepsy. It operates by regulating electrical impulses in the brain to prevent seizures from occurring. This action may also make it useful for preventing migraines in adults. Your physician may prescribe it to treat other unlisted conditions, as well.

How should I use Topirol (Topiramate)?

Topirol (Topiramate) is normally prescribed to be taken once daily at a dosage of one tablet. Your particular instructions will depend on the condition being treated, your current health, and the severity of your symptoms. These should be swallowed with a large glass of water and may be taken on an empty stomach, although a snack or meal is suggested before use if you experience nausea. Never split or crush the tablets as this may destroy or alter the effects of your contents. Ask your pharmacist or physician any questions you have about the medicine to ensure the correct usage.

What are the side effects of Topirol (Topiramate)?

Some patients using Topirol (Topiramate) have reported experiencing side effects including:

• Dizziness or drowsiness
• Upset stomach or mild diarrhea
• Cold symptoms including coughing, runny nose, or sore throat
• Numbness or tingling sensations
• Flushing of the skin

Serious side effects that may require emergency medical attention are blurry vision, vomiting, intense stomach pain, faintness, signs of dehydration, fever, flu symptoms, severe back pain, confusion, or loss of coordination. Contact your physician as soon as you experience any worrying symptoms to make sure the correct adjustments are made to your dosage or application frequency to prevent more problems from appearing.

Please Note

Topirol (Topiramate) should not be used to treat patients who breastfeeding, lactose intolerant, or who are children. Also inform your physician if you have porphyrias, a history of depression, severe lung disease, family history of kidney stones, decreased liver function, or decreased kidney function. These conditions may require alterations to your regimen to prevent unexpected health problems from occurring.

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Topirol (Topiramate). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have an allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.