Posted by Lexie on January 23, 2001, at 5:00:53
In reply to Re: Topamax Experiences?, posted by Bob on January 22, 2001, at 21:02:23
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> Lexie:
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> Just a couple of quick questions... I am a relative newcomer to this thread.
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> How long did it take you to build up to, and then stabilize on those high doses of lamictal and topomax; in other words, to get where you are now?
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> Is that all you are taking is those two meds, or are you supplementing with others? Are you getting good AD effects from them?
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> BobI took just Topamax from June to September and got relief at about the 250 level and the optimum relief at 400. Topamax helped me mostly with the anger and acting out highs. I was experiencing a lot of suicidal thoughts and severe depression when my doctor added the Lamictal. It was added in a starter pack slowly because you can get a sometimes very serious rash if started to quickly. The manufacture makes a started pack that your doctor will give you at no charge (mine did). That takes 5 weeks at the end of 5 weeks you are up to 150 it still goes slowly from there it was the beginning of November and tons of support from Noa that kept going without giving up to make it to the 500 level, my doctor says that for my condition Topamax max's out at 400 and Lamictal max's out at 600, I plan to stay where I am with the Lamictal. I take no other AD's the Lamictal is more than I could have ever hoped for. I am sure the results are not for everyone, but it worked for me. My doctor has been known as one of the best in my area for Medication issue's. I am VERY lucky. I am also very lucky to insurance, without it these meds would cost 600.00 per month. Good Luck, Lexie
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