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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
With Topamax include the following.Glaucoma or other eye conditions: It’s possible for Topamax to increase your risk of glaucoma or other eye-related conditions. If you already have glaucoma or another eye condition, taking Topamax may make it worse. Your doctor can help determine whether Topamax is a safe treatment option.Osteoporosis or other bone density problems: Before taking Topamax, tell your doctor if you have osteoporosis or any other bone density problems. The drug may cause metabolic acidosis, which can lead to weak bones. If you already have weak bones, Topamax may worsen your condition. Your doctor can help determine whether Topamax is right for you.Lung or other breathing problems: Before starting Topamax treatment, tell your doctor about any lung or breathing problems you have. The medication can cause a side effect called metabolic acidosis. Lung or breathing conditions, such as asthma, can increase your risk of metabolic acidosis. Your doctor may monitor you more often than usual throughout your Topamax treatment.Ketogenic diet: If you’re on a ketogenic diet, tell your doctor before taking Topamax. For details, see “Topamax interactions with food” in the “Topamax and other interactions” section.Diarrhea: Before taking Topamax, tell your doctor if you have frequent or severe diarrhea.Frequent or severe diarrhea can cause dehydration, which can increase your risk of metabolic acidosis. Topamax can also cause metabolic acidosis. So if you have diarrhea, you may have an increased risk of metabolic acidosis. Your doctor may order blood tests to check the level of acid in your blood throughout your treatment.Your doctor may also have you watch for symptoms of metabolic acidosis. To learn more, see “Metformin” in the “Drug interactions in depth” section.Kidney problems: If you have kidney problems, such as kidney stones, or if you’re having dialysis, tell your doctor before starting Topamax treatment. This medication can cause a side effect called metabolic acidosis. If you have kidney problems and take Topamax, you may be at an increased risk of worsened kidney problems or metabolic acidosis.Your doctor can help determine whether Topamax is a safe treatment option for you. They may monitor your blood acid levels throughout your treatment with Topamax. Your doctor may also have you watch for symptoms of metabolic acidosis. To learn more, see “Metformin” in the “Drug interactions in depth” section.History of metabolic acidosis: Tell your doctor if you’ve ever had a condition called metabolic acidosis. Topamax can cause metabolic acidosis. If
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