Posted by balto1 on July 23, 2003, at 4:28:19
In reply to Topamax Experiences?, posted by Kingfish on January 4, 2001, at 7:29:48
Hi I went to the doctor yesterday because I had recently been on Lexapro for bipolar. I had been on it along with wellbuttrin for a couple of months. The first month I felt a lot better. The last few weeks I had experienced some problems. I have been on the wellbuttrin for over a year now so I knew it was not it so I went off the Lexapr. My doctor put me on Topamax yesterday. I have suffered with mild depression probably most of my life. My whole family seems to. I am 34 years old. I had a total hysterectomy at 28 and suffered worst depression since. Over the last 2 years I have had a lot of family problems and them about a year ago lost my mom. She was a very important part of my life and I have had a terrible time getting over her lose. I felt myself slipping deeper and deeper into depression so I knew I had to do something. I have gained about 40 pounds since my surgery 6 years ago and been fighting with my weight since. Last year I lost about 16 pounds on weight watchers but gained 5 back. My doctor and me to are really hopping this medicine (topamax) will help me. We all know that being overweight sure dont help depression. I have really been struggling lately and would not have made it without my family but most of all God. But I would love to hear from anyone who has experienced similar stuff or could give me any advice about this medicine or if you are taking it along with wellbuttrin. Thanks
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