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What Causes Nausea While On Topamax?
I have been taking Topamax for 3 months. This last month I have been experiencing severe reactions to smells to the point that I am nauseous almost constantly. I am also having severe lroblems with my eyes. Do you think it is a reation to this medication? I have never had a problem like this before. It is miserable and I don t know if I should just stop taking it or what to do.
Wed, 26 Sep 2018
Hi,
Topamax is a drug belonging to the antiepileptic group. It is a drug also used to treat a migraine, mood disorders, among others.
Clearly, you are correct, this drug can produce several side effects, among these: visual disorders and nausea.
Likewise, this drug has been linked to glaucoma, although less likely.
I recommend you do an eye check with an ophthalmologist before continuing the treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Luis Alberto Urdaneta Arenas, General & Family Physician
Topamax is a drug belonging to the antiepileptic group. It is a drug also used to treat a migraine, mood disorders, among others.
Clearly, you are correct, this drug can produce several side effects, among these: visual disorders and nausea.
Likewise, this drug has been linked to glaucoma, although less likely.
I recommend you do an eye check with an ophthalmologist before continuing the treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Luis Alberto Urdaneta Arenas, General & Family Physician
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