Posted by Sooshi on April 11, 2004, at 21:27:28
In reply to really need some support, please, posted by rainee on April 11, 2004, at 19:46:52
Hi rainee,
I know how you feel, and hope you get to feeling better soon...all easier said than done, right?
I too had a tough time with Topomax, and switched to Zonegran and am having great success with it...maybe you could ask your pdoc about it? It's supposed to be very similar to Topomax without all the hairy side effects, and so far so good. I'm still experiencing the feelings of fullness soon after eating, just like I did on Topa, so I'm still not gaining any weight, and have even lost a few more pounds since starting Zonegran.
I also take Effexor Xr, 300mgs for the past 4 1/2 years...it's been the only AD that hasn't pooped out on me or had horrendous side effects. It hasn't caused me any weight gain.
Anyway, just thought I'd mention it. Good luck to you,
Sooshi
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