Posted by SLS on July 3, 2000, at 7:11:45
In reply to Topamax and weight and sleep and mood, posted by Janice on July 2, 2000, at 23:19:17
> Just to confuse everyone, I'm on Topamax for my bipolar at 75 mg a day, and it seems to affecting me in opposites ways as to how it should be:
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> •I've gained about 4kg (about 10lbs). This could also be due to stopping Dexedrine, which may have been supressing my appetite, and not being able to run due to a knee injury. But I am hungry all the time!
> •My sleep has been very poor since I've started it. This could also be due to not being able to run.
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> Best of all and most importantly of all my mood is GREAT. Desperately hoping this lasts. I can handle the above (i think).
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> we sure are all different!
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> Janice
Dear Janice,I have a few quickie questions.
1. How long have you been taking Topomax?
2. How long did take to start working?
3. Can you describe what ways it has improved your condition?
4. What other drugs are you currently taking?I'm hoping it lasts too. Good luck. Thanks.
- Scott
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