Any Thoughts???

Any thoughts on Topamax?

I started taking Topamax for migraines, two weeks ago, for migraines.

Taking 1 tablet, at bedtime, made me very sleepy during the day, but
once I got used to it, I was okay. I also noticed that my hands and
feet were beginning to tingle quite frequently. Yesterday and I had a
powerful migraine, so I would guess that it is not working, at least,
not yet, anyway. Today, I started taking 2, as directed by my Neuro.
Now, I'm going thru the sleepiness, again, so it's time for my daily
nap.

Has Topamax worked for migraines for anyone else out there in MS
Land?

I've been diagnosed with MS since 1995 - R/R - but Neuro said more of
a Secondary Progressive Now, with minimal progression.

I tried Depakote but it "literally" changed my personality - made me
mean and nasty! What's the deal with that? I know that I'm not bi-
polar!

Thanks for your comments.

Kathy K

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