Weight loss challenge between friends
Quickly add and log recipes from across the web. She had to stop taking it though because she could think straight on it. So no judgement on the use of medication for weight loss. being on it for so long. I lost 35 lbs and then quit taking the topomax cause of cost at the time and gained the weight back. Otherwise, now it is only when I stand in one place too long, my feet will tingle. So I ask my doctor about trying it for my weight loss. I was on Topamax for 10 years when I tapered off due to myself being afraid of just taking the drug for so long. Some of us have brain chemistry issues contributing to our weight, and may need pharmacological help, but we also need healthy nutrition, exercise, and maybe even counseling. Sometimes people need help to get the weight off and relieve their hips and other joints. Your honesty, sense of humor and obvious knowledge of this drug was a joy to read. Your honesty, sense of humor and obvious knowledge of this drug was a joy to read. All medication has the potential for side effects. 50 mg 2x day. All medication has the potential for side effects. When I looked up on the comp. it said Topamax for seizures and migraines. I heard about Topamax from a family member that was suffering with migraines. Very little dieting was involved other than the exclusion of soda and I started walking twice a week (albeit sporadically, to be honest about it. Anything restrictive and I would just gain the weight right back. Im on 1000 mg of gabapentin twice a day, tramadol, percocet, imitrex injections, phenergran, migrainal, maxalt, magnesium, valium 10 mg three ties a day, xanax, botox, and this is all for cluster headaches. If you suffer from migraine, I hear Topamax is a great product for relief. I do try to give all the info I can but sometimes my delivery is harsh due to my frustration. My hubby gained 80 lbs from that and lithium. I think I use the lortab as a crutch to dull my entire experience of living down here. I think I have gotten like 45 mins each night since Thursday night. Medication, if you choose to go that route, is there to relieve your symptoms, and sometimes cure disease. It will help lessen the pain with the migraine or sometimes will stop it. I tapered off the amitriptyline while titrating up on Topamax. When I was totally weaned of Tylenol I waited a couple months and then started weaning myself off Topamax. But its driving me nutz that I have slept in 4 days. I came here to find information about Topamax before I decided if I want to take it for weight loss. I have known about topamax for some time and over the 20 years in MH, I have seen it work great for people with no side effects, work great with weight loss side effect, not work at all. I only started the 100mg a few days ago and it seems to be working great. First off, kudos to everyone for taking an active role in your health and well-being by doing your homework and asking questions. seems positive that the Topamax would help with the depression. Before I was on topiramate I was on carbamezaphine and I was a lot larger than I am today. I tapered off the amitriptyline while titrating up on Topamax. So my I feel the dr will most likely raise it to 100 mg. I am getting mixed feedback based on everyones posts. Sometimes it can cause you to become nausea, I have medicine for that Zofran works great. I noticed your post was from February and I would love to know if you have lost any weight in the past 6 months. BED is a psychiatric disorder, much like bulimia and anorexia, except there is no purging or laxative use. I had the gastric bypass 14 years ago and put on Topomax 8 years ago for migraines. My doctor just put me on Topamax a week ago. I have taken Armour Thyroid for about 20 years and my numbers are always right where I want them to be. :). When I was totally weaned of Tylenol I waited a couple months and then started weaning myself off Topamax. I already suffered with the onset of an eating disorder and there is some debate as to whether my eating disorder triggered my epilepsy. When I was dx with Migraines I was taking a sub-lingual pill called Maxalt (this does work) you have to take one tablet and place it under your tongue as you feel a migraine coming on. First off, kudos to everyone for taking an active role in your health and well-being by doing your homework and asking questions. So definitely do your homework, speak with your Dr and work out a plan for your condition. He added it on to the Lamictol I take for my Seizures. My slim daughter was prescribed Topamax for migraines and said she lost 10lbs over the course of several months. And says that I should start losing the weight I gained while being constipated on the lortabs for so long. I just started Topamax 100 MG for weight loss from taking and gaining weight from lithium. The biggest thing is not being able to remember words. I took Topomax a few years ago for migraines due to overuse of Tylenol taken after an accident. This way of thinking is counter productive and dangerous in some cases. I have been on Topamax two different times and NEVER experienced ANY weight loss from it. I already suffered with the onset of an eating disorder and there is some debate as to whether my eating disorder triggered my epilepsy. I do have these herniated discs that he said when I lose the weight. When I was dx with Migraines I was taking a sub-lingual pill called Maxalt (this does work) you have to take one tablet and place it under your tongue as you feel a migraine coming on. And Kudos to you for doing your homework. But by the time she got to the party, she was so exhausted that her husband had to handle the party by himself. You have to do your home work and follow directions. I become so frustrated and embarrassed about my weight. And Kudos to you for doing your homework. ) for maybe 20-30 minutes at a time. I was on Topamax for 10 years when I tapered off due to myself being afraid of just taking the drug for so long. The internet is terrible and just scares us when it comes to things like this. If you think you may have an eating disorder, please, please, please see your provider or someone who specializes in eating disorders. If you think you may have an eating disorder, please, please, please see your provider or someone who specializes in eating disorders. I have started taking it for a month now and found a huge difference. I have had the worst bloating, I feel like (and look like) i swallowed a watermellon. I still get an occasional migraine but nothing like before. I have read a lot of post that have talked about hair loss as a side effect of taking Topamax, but it is not list as a side effect on the list from the pharmacy. So no judgement on the use of medication for weight loss. It does not come without side-effects, but keep in mind, most medications have them. 50 mg 2x day. There is a reason Topamax is called Dopamax by doctors. So my I feel the dr will most likely raise it to 100 mg. Medication, if you choose to go that route, is there to relieve your symptoms, and sometimes cure disease. Good luck with your weight loss and also for I commend you for being a care giver. We have to fix our mind and understand why we over eat. Sometimes it can cause you to become nausea, I have medicine for that Zofran works great. I have only been taking it for a few weeks and the only side effect I have noticed is carbonated beverages taste flat and have no flavor. The internet is terrible and just scares us when it comes to things like this. Definitely split the pills and start at 25mg for a week then 50mg for a week then up to 100mg. I took Topomax a few years ago for migraines due to overuse of Tylenol taken after an accident. I admit it, I love my food and my weight has been a lifelong struggle. I have had the worst bloating, I feel like (and look like) i swallowed a watermellon. migraines being one thing but I had an eating disorder but now Im being prescribed topamax because I have anxiety and personality issues. The topiramate definitely made my eating disorder worse, and in turn both my mental and physical health have declined. Some of us have brain chemistry issues contributing to our weight, and may need pharmacological help, but we also need healthy nutrition, exercise, and maybe even counseling. I am currently at 300 mg a day (split at 150 2x day). I think I have gotten like 45 mins each night since Thursday night. :). I am losing weight now, but it is no thanks to this meds. Because everyone is different, it is impossible to know how each of us will be effected. I have started taking it for a month now and found a huge difference. I gained 45 pounds while living here and barely leaving the house. The first dose I was on was 100mg twice a day and and I lost 70 pounds. So, not much in the way of exercise either. I just started Topamax 100 MG for weight loss from taking and gaining weight from lithium. I only started losing a little weight at 75 mg. My slim daughter was prescribed Topamax for migraines and said she lost 10lbs over the course of several months. So, not much in the way of exercise either. I heard the weightloss effect depends on the dose. Over the last five years I have gain 50lbs and nothing I do diet wise has help. Topamax is prescribed off label for Binge Eating Disorder. But I wish the manufacture would just change the taste of the pill, its fast dissolve and strong peppermint taste. We believe — and medical studies prove — that the best way to lose weight and keep it off is to simply keep track of the foods you eat. I just starting Topamax for my tension headaches. I am currently at 300 mg a day (split at 150 2x day). Am trying to move again, but my Mother livers her and is 84, so it is posing a challenge. Keep in mind, not all binge eaters are over weight or obese however. Got meds. I lost 35 lbs and then quit taking the topomax cause of cost at the time and gained the weight back. Tamara, a 31 year old mother of two, weighed 278 pounds at her all time high. The fastest, easiest to use calorie counter app. Please keep me informed on your progress maybe we can help each other thru this process. After about a year, I was increased to 100 mg. Topamax has been on the market a long time. Now I am back on them and the weight is not coming back off. If you can make any sense of my post your opinion would be most appreciated, Thank you for your help. I found this discussion looking for a weight loss aide. We have to fix our mind and understand why we over eat. I take mine during the day, and always have. Our web and mobile apps sync automatically, so your diary is always up to date. I had the gastric bypass 14 years ago and put on Topomax 8 years ago for migraines. I just started this medication, for horrible migraines, and I really want to give it a try. After about a year, I was increased to 100 mg. I just started topamax but feeling really foggy and dizzy also sick to my stomach is this normal I have only ben on it for about 3 days. Her migraines came back so a few months later she tried it again and said the 2nd time around she had NO weight loss from it. But its driving me nutz that I have slept in 4 days. I just started topamax but feeling really foggy and dizzy also sick to my stomach is this normal I have only ben on it for about 3 days.
I have been on topiramate since the age of 14 for epilepsy. There is a reason Topamax is called Dopamax by doctors. When I read a post saying that someone tried bananas for the tingling and it worked - well, it just makes me stupidly happy. He added it on to the Lamictol I take for my Seizures. I have a great primary care Doc who said sure. Be bold, be brave, be brief my friends - make it count. My doctor just put me on Topamax a week ago. You have to do your home work and follow directions. In the past I had been successful at losing weight on weight watchers. migraines being one thing but I had an eating disorder but now Im being prescribed topamax because I have anxiety and personality issues. I came here to find information about Topamax before I decided if I want to take it for weight loss. seems positive that the Topamax would help with the depression. I have a great primary care Doc who said sure. I think I use the lortab as a crutch to dull my entire experience of living down here. Be bold, be brave, be brief my friends - make it count. I found this discussion looking for a weight loss aide. I am back on Topamax the doctor put me 200mg twice a day but just recently changed it to 100mg in the morning and 200mg at night, since I was taking a total of 400mg before. I recently spoke with a neurologist who suggested Topamax. I am off them but boy what an awful feeling, diarrhea, weakness, etc. Can you e-mail me any information that will help me. Should I not be terrified to start them at this low dose. I only started the 100mg a few days ago and it seems to be working great. I have a history of binge eating, (I know how to eat healthy and do at times, will lose some but I have a weakness for sugar and salt so I always manage to find what I have lost. It was at that point that I experienced weight loss. I admit it, I love my food and my weight has been a lifelong struggle. Thank you for being so understanding and kind. Before I was on topiramate I was on carbamezaphine and I was a lot larger than I am today. I am about to start back taking Topamax and although the weight loss alternative is not my reason for taking the medication, it certainly is a plus. I take mine during the day, and always have. It was at that point that I experienced weight loss. Getting back on Topamax did not help my weight loss. My meds we doubled and topamax was added with my deprakote. Finally got insurance. Pills are not a magic bullet for weight loss. He cut those 2 out and stayed on topamax and lost over 90 lbs in 6-7 mos. My question is are you taking any other Migraine medicine with your prescription of Topamax too. I am losing weight now, but it is no thanks to this meds. Well I was prescribed topmax back in 2011 for a number of thing. I recently spoke with a neurologist who suggested Topamax. The first dose I was on was 100mg twice a day and and I lost 70 pounds. I would never think of going on this drug unless there were no other alternatives. Hi, I tio have suffered migraines for years and have been taking amitriptyline for years with moderate effectiveness. My question is are you taking any other Migraine medicine with your prescription of Topamax too. How long do I need to be on topamax to experience weight loss. Always read the literature that comes with the medication or talk to your pharmacist about potential side effects and interactions to educate yourself first. I have been on topiramate since the age of 14 for epilepsy. Good luck with your weight loss and also for I commend you for being a care giver. Honestly, I feel that it is my duty to give out the information that I have. Topamax is prescribed off label for Binge Eating Disorder. In the past I had been successful at losing weight on weight watchers. Getting back on Topamax did not help my weight loss. If you can make any sense of my post your opinion would be most appreciated, Thank you for your help. Am trying to move again, but my Mother livers her and is 84, so it is posing a challenge. I heard about Topamax from a family member that was suffering with migraines. Sometimes people need help to get the weight off and relieve their hips and other joints. I would never think of going on this drug unless there were no other alternatives. When I read a post saying that someone tried bananas for the tingling and it worked - well, it just makes me stupidly happy. I have lost about a three pounds but was wondering how fast does the weight really come off. It does not come without side-effects, but keep in mind, most medications have them. Now I am back on them and the weight is not coming back off. Probably the wrong idea. I have lost about a three pounds but was wondering how fast does the weight really come off. Wondering now if it is this medicine. Always read the literature that comes with the medication or talk to your pharmacist about potential side effects and interactions to educate yourself first. How long do I need to be on topamax to experience weight loss. I just started this medication, for horrible migraines, and I really want to give it a try. I noticed your post was from February and I would love to know if you have lost any weight in the past 6 months. Her migraines came back so a few months later she tried it again and said the 2nd time around she had NO weight loss from it. I have been on Topamax for awhile, none of it was to help with migraines. She had to stop taking it though because she could think straight on it. I am back on Topamax the doctor put me 200mg twice a day but just recently changed it to 100mg in the morning and 200mg at night, since I was taking a total of 400mg before. being on it for so long. The topiramate definitely made my eating disorder worse, and in turn both my mental and physical health have declined. I gained 45 pounds while living here and barely leaving the house. I say us because I have just talked with my prescribing doc about switching from Wellbutrin to topamax in hopes that It may help with weight loss. The dosage of Topamax for weight loss is much lower (25 mg x2 per day I do believe), and should only be used for a short period of time. I just starting Topamax for my tension headaches. Pills are not a magic bullet for weight loss. I have been on Topamax for awhile, none of it was to help with migraines. When I looked up on the comp. I become so frustrated and embarrassed about my weight. I am somewhat overweight but I never thought of using it for that until i read all this. My meds we doubled and topamax was added with my deprakote. I do have these herniated discs that he said when I lose the weight. He is adamant that I use the Topamax as a mood stabilizer just 25 2x a day. I do try to give all the info I can but sometimes my delivery is harsh due to my frustration. I am getting mixed feedback based on everyones posts. Yes it has controlled my epilepsy, but actually everything else is much worse. I only started losing a little weight at 75 mg. Wondering now if it is this medicine. Perhaps there is something your doctor could give you to help you sleep. BED is a psychiatric disorder, much like bulimia and anorexia, except there is no purging or laxative use. See how quick and easy it is to add food to your diary. I noticed in the last month that the tension headaches are just as bad as my Migraines. The Dr. I have been on Topamax two different times and NEVER experienced ANY weight loss from it. The Dr. Hi, I tio have suffered migraines for years and have been taking amitriptyline for years with moderate effectiveness. Otherwise, now it is only when I stand in one place too long, my feet will tingle. Thank you for being so understanding and kind. it said Topamax for seizures and migraines. I have been fighting Migraines for the last 6 years mostly caused from stress from work. Can you e-mail me any information that will help me. I know klonopin is given in low doses to anxiety patients. I have read a lot of post that have talked about hair loss as a side effect of taking Topamax, but it is not list as a side effect on the list from the pharmacy. Honestly, I feel that it is my duty to give out the information that I have. The biggest thing is not being able to remember words. I have only been taking it for a few weeks and the only side effect I have noticed is carbonated beverages taste flat and have no flavor. I take topamax and five other meds for epilepsy, I have a VNS, so I have trouble sleeping as well, so my neurologist gives me klonopin at night, 2 mg, because it helps me sleep, it keeps seizures away, and it also help the nerve pain if I do have a seizure. I am about to start back taking Topamax and although the weight loss alternative is not my reason for taking the medication, it certainly is a plus. Got meds. Over the last five years I have gain 50lbs and nothing I do diet wise has help. Very little dieting was involved other than the exclusion of soda and I started walking twice a week (albeit sporadically, to be honest about it. The dosage of Topamax for weight loss is much lower (25 mg x2 per day I do believe), and should only be used for a short period of time. I am somewhat overweight but I never thought of using it for that until i read all this. I have been fighting Migraines for the last 6 years mostly caused from stress from work. Topamax has been on the market a long time. I am off them but boy what an awful feeling, diarrhea, weakness, etc. Browse over 5,000,000 food items, and quickly add them to your diary. But I wish the manufacture would just change the taste of the pill, its fast dissolve and strong peppermint taste. Im on 1000 mg of gabapentin twice a day, tramadol, percocet, imitrex injections, phenergran, migrainal, maxalt, magnesium, valium 10 mg three ties a day, xanax, botox, and this is all for cluster headaches. Definitely split the pills and start at 25mg for a week then 50mg for a week then up to 100mg. And says that I should start losing the weight I gained while being constipated on the lortabs for so long. If you suffer from migraine, I hear Topamax is a great product for relief. Please keep me informed on your progress maybe we can help each other thru this process. Finally got insurance. Well I was prescribed topmax back in 2011 for a number of thing. So I ask my doctor about trying it for my weight loss. Should I not be terrified to start them at this low dose. I noticed in the last month that the tension headaches are just as bad as my Migraines. It will help lessen the pain with the migraine or sometimes will stop it. Keep in mind, not all binge eaters are over weight or obese however. Probably the wrong idea. ) for maybe 20-30 minutes at a time. I still get an occasional migraine but nothing like before. Yes it has controlled my epilepsy, but actually everything else is much worse. He is adamant that I use the Topamax as a mood stabilizer just 25 2x a day.
