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What Causes Tinnitus While On Topiramate For Migraine?
I take Topiramate 150 mg daily for migraines. I have also been diagnosed with TMJ. I am a female of 62 and weigh 143 lbs. I want to know if Teeth clenching which has gotten for worse for me in the past couple of years could be worsened by this medication. My ear buzzing is much worse and I am not sure my migraines are really any better.
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Regarding your concern, I would explain that topiramate may worsen teeth clenching as well as tinnitus and anxiety. For this reason, if you are experiencing such adverse effects, I would recommend reducing the dose of topiramate or switching to another drug.
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What Causes Tinnitus While On Topiramate For Migraine?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Regarding your concern, I would explain that topiramate may worsen teeth clenching as well as tinnitus and anxiety. For this reason, if you are experiencing such adverse effects, I would recommend reducing the dose of topiramate or switching to another drug. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.