Posted by SLS on March 22, 2006, at 6:56:17
In reply to Stopping Topomax, posted by Skylerman on March 20, 2006, at 10:34:51
> I was involved in an auto accidentback in Nov. 05 and was put on Topomax by my Neurologist for extreme head pain. We started the treatment at 25 mg and increased slowly to 100 mg a day. My PIP ran out and my health coverage kicked in but it does not cover scripts. Long story short, I have 5 refills but not the coverage to purchase at this time for the accident has left me unemployed from my regular job and relying on my, at home,freelance writting/website; which brings in pennies to the dollar. As of three days ago I stopped using Topomax. Anyone know if there are any side effects from just stopping? When I have saved enough dough I will purchase more but for now I just stopped taking altogether. My headaches are reoccurring and my spelling has gone down hill as to my depression as well. Thanks
Do you have enough Topamax to be able to reduce the dosage by 25mg every 2-3 days?I guess the biggest concern is that discontinuing the drug abruptly will lead to a seizure. However, if it were me, I wouldn't worry too much about it unless you have had a prior history. Perhaps the head trama should be taken into consideration such that more caution should be exercised and a gradual taper be used.
I know of no other specific withdrawal concerns as no one here has ever complained about withdrawal symptoms. I have never been on Topamax myself, so I have no personal experience to share with you.
Good luck.
- Scott
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