Topamac 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Topamac 50 MG Description
Topamac 50mg tablet is an anti-epileptic medicine. It contains topiramate as the active substance. It is used for the management of epilepsy/fits. Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes a temporary
fault in the brain's electrical activity. This causes people to have seizures and convulsions. Topamac 50mg tablet is also used to prevent migraine headaches in adults. It works by stopping the abnormal excitation of brain cells in a part of the brain or the whole brain and, in turn, stops the generation of seizures. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting Topamac 50mg tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹235.05 |
You Save | ₹32.05 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Topiramate(50.0 Mg) |
Uses | Epilepsy/fits |
Side effects | Nausea, diarrhoea, sleepiness, dizziness |
Therapy | ANTI-EPILEPTIC |
Uses of Topamac 50 MG
- Topamac 50mg tablet is used to manage epilepsy/fits.
- It is also used for the prevention of migraine headaches in adults.
Contraindications of Topamac 50 MG
- If you are allergic to topiramate or any of the other ingredients of Topamac 50mg tablet.
- For migraine prevention: if you are pregnant or capable of having children and not using effective methods of birth control.
Side effects of Topamac 50 MG
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Tingling or pricking sensation
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
Precautions and Warnings of Topamac 50 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver or kidney problems such as kidney stones.
- You have metabolic acidosis (body fluid and blood abnormality).
- You have glaucoma (an eye disorder).
- You are pregnant or a woman of childbearing age not using any methods of birth control.
- You are taking any other medicine containing topiramate.
- You have suicidal thoughts or harming yourself after taking this medicine.
- You lose weight after taking this medicine.
Mode of Action of Topamac 50 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Topamac 50 MG
- Topamac 50mg tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Topamac 50 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Topamac 50mg tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Concomitant use of Topamac 50mg tablet with medicines used in brain diseases such as phenytoin or carbamazepine, herbal preparations of St John's wort may decrease the blood concentration of this medicine....
- Taking this medicine with valproic acid can cause a decrease in body temperature.
Storage and disposal of Topamac 50 MG
- Store Topamac 50mg tablet at a temperature not above 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Topamac 50 MG
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose of Topamac 50mg tablet include sleepiness, blurring of vision, dizziness, low mood, etc.
- If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
- If you have missed taking any dose of Topamac 50mg tablet, then take it as soon as you remember.
- If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.
- Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the use of Topamac 50mg tablet?
- Topamac 50mg tablet is used to manage epilepsy/fits.
- It is also used for the prevention of migraine headaches in adults.
Q: How Topamac 50mg tablet works?
Q: Can Topamac 50mg tablet cause hair loss?
Q: Does Topamac 50mg tablet make you sleepy?
Q: Can I stop taking Topamac 50mg tablet suddenly if I feel good?
References
- Topamax 50mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 22 September 2022]
- Topamax 50mg Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 22 September 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 22 September 2022]
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