Topamac 50 Tablet Information

Topamac 50 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Other than this, Topamac 50 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Topamac 50 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Topamac 50 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Topamac 50 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Topamac 50 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Topamac 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Topamac 50 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Topamac 50 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Topamac 50 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Topamac 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Topamac Benefits & Uses
Topamac Dosage & How to Take
Topamac Side Effects
Topamac Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Topamac with Other Drugs
Topamac Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Topamac
Topamac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Topamac 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Topamac 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome

Topamac 50 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 50 mg twice daily
Geriatric	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 50 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Migraine Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 50 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increases upto 350 mg/day

Topamac 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Topamac 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Topamac may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Topamac again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Topamac 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Topamac may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Topamac 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Topamac rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Topamac 50 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Topamac on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Topamac 50 Tablet on the Heart?

Using Topamac does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Topamac 50 Tablet with Other Drugs

Topamac 50 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Caffeine

Phenytoin

Topamac 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Topamac 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Topamac 50 Tablet

Is this Topamac 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Topamac 50 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Topamac 50 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Topamac 50 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Topamac 50 Tablet can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Topamac 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Topamac 50 Tablet

Taking Topamac 50 Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Topamac 50 Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Topamac 50 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe