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I would like to hear from others who have been prescribed Topamax for weight loss. Not so much those who have used it for seizures or migraines and experienced weight loss as a side effect, but those whose doctors prescribed Topamax as an off label weight loss drug.
I have personally been taking Topamax since March 1, 2009. I have gone from 295 lbs to 230lbs (to date) and continue to lose.
I was prescribed Topamax two weeks ago for off-label use for my fibromyalgia, and I have noticed, although I'm still titrating up (am at 75 mg/day right now with the ultimate goal being 150 mg/day) that my appetite has decreased significantly and I've lost six pounds. I have not, however, noticed a change in taste in carbonated beverages that a lot of other people mention -- at least not yet -- nor a change in the taste of food or particular food cravings. I'm just not that hungry very often, and when I do eat, I don't need to eat much to feel full. I gained 20 pounds in 10 weeks on Neurontin, so I'm delighted with the weight-loss side effect of Topamax.
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i was given neuontin, well, i actually requested it, but its still sitting here. im so glad i didnt start it, especially since people are sayin that it puts on more weight. i keep on gaining for no reason, other than maybe my age and dont really excercise, but i never did anyway...i luv when the docs say, excercise..ya, right ! with fibro and cfs, not to mention my arthritis and stuff, ummmmmmmm, i think most of us can relate to our excersise pretty much consists of daily living habits, if that !!