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Is Topamax A Good Alternative Of Gabapentin For The Treatment Of Anxiety?

Hi! I am on gabapentin for anxiety (I also have had alcohol abuse but haven t had a drink in 4 mos and a history long ago of eating disorder, and back pain r/t scoliosis). I stopped the neurontin due to bad abdominal bloating/fullness and gas plus rapid weight gain. But it did have the desired calming affect. How likely is it that Topamax, which my therapist and prescriber suggested, would give me the same positive effect without the abdominal/digestive issues? Thank you.
Fri, 14 Apr 2017
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Yes, Topamax is a good alternative to Gabapentin, especially if you have bloating and weight gain with Gabapentin.
trust your doctor, he changed your medicine because he believes that Topamax will help you with safe efficacy without the unwanted side effects of Gabapentin.
Hope your question is answered, Thank you.
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Is Topamax A Good Alternative Of Gabapentin For The Treatment Of Anxiety?

Yes, Topamax is a good alternative to Gabapentin, especially if you have bloating and weight gain with Gabapentin. trust your doctor, he changed your medicine because he believes that Topamax will help you with safe efficacy without the unwanted side effects of Gabapentin. Hope your question is answered, Thank you.