Topamax - Depression

[SassyGirl]

I am on 75 mg of Topamax and am starting to notice feelings of depression.

For the last few days I've been crying on and off...felt very tired also. (I've been AF this entire time.) Is this a normal side effect of topa? And if so, how long should I expect it to last?

Thanks
Sassy

[lushy]

Topamax - Depression

Hi,

I do not know if it is a common side effect of Topa but it is the reason I had to stop taking it. I felt lower than I have ever felt when I got to about 75 mg.

[Ask For Help]

Topamax - Depression

I started on an anti-depressant about three months before I began Topomax so I didn't notice that side effect. Tingly's and trouble word-finding were bothersome initially, and metallic taste of soda (OK if I drank it from plastic bottles). Tingly's (hands and feet) resolved and taking Topo at night has helped w/ word-finding challenges. I think age/menopause might be adding to the word-finding symptoms too.

AFH

[DeeBee]

Topamax - Depression

I was on Topa for 3 months and I wouldn't say I was depressed but yes the weepy tired feeling was there on and off for the first couple of weeks. Are you taking any supp's with the Topa... I found that they definetly helped me with anxiety and getting a good night sleep!

[SassyGirl]

Topamax - Depression

I did some googling and it looks like depression is about as common a side effect as weight loss on Topamax.

DeeBee, I am taking all the recommended Supps....

I am just hoping I can stay on the Topa and that the depression will eventually subside. It sounds like it did after a few weeks for you DeeBee. I am wondering if I try some St. John's Wort or Sam-E if that would help...

[DeeBee]

Topamax - Depression

St Johns Wort is a good idea... anything to help the fog lift.

I also didn't up my dosage when I was feeling down, I just did another week at the same dosage until I felt my body had adjusted to it and only then upped by another 25mg's. Everyone reacts to meds differently so take your time getting comfortable with it..... there's no rush:-)

Hang in there, I know its a rough ride but it does get better!!

[WaitingToExhale]

Topamax - Depression

Oh NO! I hadn't read about the depression before!

I'm dealing with this breakup and have not stopped crying for almost 4 months. I can't afford anything to add to the depression I already have! I just assumed it was the wine making the depression so bad.

Day 3 of Topa for me this afternoon. ARGGH. I hope this isn't a side effect for me ...

[SassyGirl]

Topamax - Depression

It's been very rough for me. I've been crying pretty much non-stop since I hit 75 mg, but I have to admit that I was titrating kind of aggressively (I upped my dose every four days instead of every 7 days. That stops IMMEDIATELY.)

I am going to start St. John's and SAM-e today. I am falling apart otherwise, been having crazy thoughts like breaking up with my really loving boyfriend, etc. The only thing worse then feeling this low is drinking!

[DeeBee]

Topamax - Depression

Hang in there Sassy and WTE!!

[WaitingToExhale]

Topamax - Depression

I'm also taking all the supps. Tears are REALLY bad this morning and I don't even know how I can go to work.

ARGH I want sober so bad!

[Cinders]

Topamax - Depression

Hi, is anyone doing this under doctor supervision?

If so, I would call the doctor and check it out.

If not, this is the downside of using any medication without doctor supervision.

Good luck to both of you. I hope the symptoms disappear quickly.

Love,
Cindi

[Larisa]

Topamax - Depression

I got the weepies sometimes after I started topa too, but I think mine was because of alcohol withdrawal. Could that have anything to do with it?

[sidney]

Topamax - Depression

I would think that has something to do with it,

[SassyGirl]

Topamax - Depression

I made a doctors appointment for tomorrow morning. I ordered my Topamax online, not sure how to bring that up in the context of my appointment.

Am definitely going to ask for anti-depressant though.

[WaitingToExhale]

Topamax - Depression

Topa online for me too. I can't let let this get into my medical records, so no DR.

Hoping the depression is from the wine and the Ex more than the Topa. Will see how the rest of the week goes with cutting WAY back on the wine. (and trying to forget the ex again)