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    I Finally Did It!

    Hi all. I posted a few weeks back about how I ordered Topamax from a Canadian pharmacy (it actually came from India). I decided to not go the doctor route because I was embarrassed and afraid that the doctor wouldn't prescribe it. I've been taking it and am up to 50mg, but am a little nervous about taking it without being under a doctor's care as I am on other meds. Well, today I called my doctor's office and talked with the nurse and explained that I wanted to switch from my anti-depressant, Lexapro, to Topamax. I explained that I had researched that it was a drug that was being prescribed off-label to treat mood and alcohol craving--a problem that I wanted to finally face up to. She was very positive and scheduled me for an appointment tomorrow! A friend recently went to this same doctor for alcohol related problems and was prescribed Topamax and I think that is in part what finally gave me courage to make the appointment. I'm very hopeful. Just wanted to touch base. I'll let you know how it goes!

    Julie
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    I Finally Did It!

    Good for you, Julie! That was hard to do, and you did it!

    Do keep us posted,

    wip

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      #3
      I Finally Did It!

      Went to doctor appointment today. He admitted that he did not often prescribe Topamax for alcohol craving, but I came well-armed with research from MWO so he willingly prescribed it according to the dosage chart. ALL that fear I had and all that money I spent ordering from Canada (my prescription was only $10 under my prescription in insurance for the brand name drug). I have to admit I am relieved to be under a doctor's care as I dose up in case I have any issues.I go back in one month so he can see how its working, After I talked to the doctor's assistant for about 15 minutes in detail about my drinking history he shook my hand and asked me if I was excited to be taking the first steps to get a handle on this. I have to admit that I cried a bit when he left the room. I've been taking the off-shore topa for a week and a half so I have a little bit of a head start. I really hope this helps in the whole process. Good luck to everyone in your struggles and successes.

      Julie

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        #4
        I Finally Did It!

        Julie, your posting has given me hope. I have my appt next tuesday and plan to bring the Newsweek and The Lancet articles. I will bring the book as well. I have thought about writing a script before I go so that I will present a good case. My MD is pretty cool, he listens and trusts me. I am very hopeful for sucess. Ayla

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          #5
          I Finally Did It!

          Ayla, I rehearsed what I was going to say in my mind a dozen times before the appointment so I absolutely get what you mean about having a script. Good luck with your doctor appointment!!

          Julie

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            I Finally Did It!

            Julie-

            So glad for you!

            There is such a stigma attached to our disease when I hear of someone who doesn't sufffer from it being kind, it makes me cry.

            Just off for a little weep:upset:

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