When taking Topamax for weight loss, when is the best time in the morning and night to take the pills?

Answer 1

I lost over 100 pounds in less than 8 months using 600 mgs of Topramil ( Topomax ) which was dangerously fast. First thing in the morning and last thing at night since it is also a sedative. It really works for most people but it is extremely expensive so I hope you have good insurance.

Edit: Yes, I worked in mental health and it is an Topomax is an Anti Convulsant that is indicated also as a Mood-stabilizer and off label as a weight loss agent. Your doctor knows very well what he/she is doing. Don't take medical counsel from a Pharmacy tech.

I care very much and spent my whole adult life serving peoples needs in a professional capacity. I'm saying that a Psychiatrist or GP is trained with internship or residency to know the nuances of such things and I after thirty years of both a provider and consumer of mental health services (a Postrauma person myself ) Know very well of which I speak.
I have worked with these meds with literally thousands of consumers of services( through case services if not directly) over the years especially just as a consumer myself just as people do and not even as matter of employment at all, but myself included and I don't appreciate the insults.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I'm taking Topamax as a preventative for Migraines. A doctor said once that no matter what medication you're taking, THERE ARE ALWAYS SIDE AFFECTS!!! I've always taken that to heart. It's reflected in the immune system & in the hair, just to name a couple. This medication has been a God send for me, though. I have Psoriasis & much to my pleasant surprise, it cleared it up, particularly if I use the name brand. Recently, I have also had to increase my dosage because my migraines have worsened, as I have a tendency to get status migraines. I HOPE that I get the benefit of weight loss with the increased dosage but I'm not willing to gamble my health with danger of the potential side affects. Best of luck to everyone. I hope my input is of help to someone.

Answer 4

Huh! That's the first time I ever heard of Topamax being used for weight loss. Once upon a time I took it for migraines and never had any side effects with it, including weight loss. So if it works, good luck to you. My suggestion on time, if you're taking it twice a day is to take it every 12 hours. So as long as you're consistant (eg, every day at 8AM and 8PM), you should be fine. Good luck!

Answer 5

Music allows you to eat more. According to a study by the journal Psychology along with Marketing, soft, classical tunes encourage that you take time over your supper, so you consume more meals. So, switch off – silence can make you more aware of what you’re putting in your mouth.

Answer 6

TOPAMAX PRESCRIPTION IS AN ANTI SEIZURE /PREVENT MIGRAINE MEDICINE??? YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK W/YOUR DOCTOR TO CLARIFY ON HOW HE WANTS YOU TO TAKE IT... I WORK AT A PHARMACY AS A CERTIFIED TECH (9 YEARS)
AS FOR THE THE MENTAL WORKER BELOW ,HE HIMSELF USED THE WORD "DANGEROUSLY" TAKING MEDS INCORRECTLY COULD BE DANGEROUS!!
THEY HAVE A NEW ALLI WEIGHT LOSS OUT THAT IS OTC AND WORKS LIKE XENICAL!!!
ALL I AM SAYING IS BE CAREFULWHILE TAKING ANY MEDICATION AND WEIGHT LOSS MEDICATION..GOOD LUCK IN YOUR WEIGHT LOSS!!!!!

Answer 7

It’s Friday brunch time and you just can’t stop going back with regard to seconds. But hang on! Stop for any minute and suck on another strong mint. The flavour may put you off that next plate of chicken korma/roast beef/sushi medley.

Answer 8

People who plan their weekly meals are usually successful at losing weight than people that don’t. Plan your dishes to include healthy carbs such as lovely potato and wholegrain pasta, vegetables and lean proteins, buy every one of the ingredients in advance and don’t be tempted to eat out or order in.

Answer 9

Bask in the the sun's rays. Just 20 minutes of Vitamin D absorption each day will boost your ability to help loose weight.

Answer 10

Get back on basics – burn more calories from fat than you ingest.