Topamax (Topiramate) for Lupus

Overview
Topamax is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat epilepsy and prevent migraines. Topamax may be prescribed to control seizures associated with lupus. Topamax is also known by its drug name, Topiramate.

Topamax is an anticonvulsant. Topamax is believed to work by calming the nerves in the brain.

How do I take it?
Take Topamax as prescribed, usually once or twice daily.

Topamax comes in tablet and sprinkle capsule forms.

Side effects
The FDA-approved label for Topamax lists common side effects including dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, nervousness, vision and movement changes, trouble speaking, pins-and-needles sensation (paresthesia), and decreased appetite and weight.

Rare but serious side effects listed for Topamax include cognitive dysfunction, suicidal thinking and behavior, glaucoma and other vision problems, kidney stones, decreased sweating, and trouble controlling body temperature.

For more details about this treatment, visit:

Topamax – Janssen
http://www.topamax.com/

How Common Are Lupus Seizures? – NewLifeOutlook
http://lupus.newlifeoutlook.com/lupus-seizures/