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New Med Suggestions
Wed, 05/23/2007 - 10:27Topic: Women With Epilepsy
I may want to start a new med treatment. But I would like suggestions. I'm currently taking Lamictal 250mg per day and 100mg of Topamax for migraines. I had a breakthrough a few days ago. This occured after being on the med for almost 5mos with no problems. The weight loss has been amazing paired w/ Topamax. Depakote sent me over the edge. My previous neuro said that anyone could lose the weight w/ proper diet and exercise, that Depakote wasn't my problem. That's one reason I'm not with him anymore. He even thought that being seizure free for years was good enough reason to come off all but 100mg of Topomax. Once weaned it only took 5 days before I had a seizure. Following that he made a subtle comment that he wanted to see what would happen if he took me off the meds. Also, if anyone thinks Lamictal is a good drug and the side effects are minimal and worth living with please let me know. I've only had 4 grand mals in 10yrs with spike and wave showing up in EEGs. I'm nearly clueless. Any help would be great.
Thanks,
Paula