Posted by Magazine Reporter on November 25, 2003, at 10:19:49
In reply to headachequeen, posted by headachequeen on November 25, 2003, at 9:40:58
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> and there goes the neighbourhood and any sense of anonymity or feelings of security...
> "Let me publish your experiences and feelings about this drug... and can I use your name and photo?..."
> good one...
> really a good one...
> and as Murphia points out this is not really intended as a weight loss drug...
> what do you not understand about "Side Effect"????
Dear Dr. Bob Posters,I'm sorry if my email made any of you feel less than safe; it's certainly not my intention.
As I said in my first email, I will certainly protect your anonymity.
As I understand it, topiramate was first approved as an epilepsy drug (for adults). Now it's being tested as a treatment for migraines, and was also tested an obesity drug, but because of side effects, the manufacturers Johnson and Johnson are hoping to reformulate in a controlled-release form that would prove to cause fewer side effects.
Yes, weight-loss is a side effect for those using it as an antiseizure medication. For those prescribed the drug off-label--and there are many of them--for weight loss, weight loss is the primary goal.
Just hoping to clarify any confusion regarding my post.
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> > Thank you in advance & Happy Thanksgiving,
> > Eliza McCarthy
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