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Topiramate and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with topiramate.

Moderate

Alcohol (Ethanol) topiramate

Moderate Drug Interaction

GENERALLY AVOID: Topiramate, when coadministered with other CNS depressants including alcoholic beverages, may lead to excessive somnolence and other forms of nervous system depression.

MANAGEMENT: The patient should be informed to avoid alcohol or to use caution if these agents are coadministered, especially if performing hazardous tasks such as driving or operating machinery.

References

  1. "Product Information. Topamax (topiramate)." Ortho McNeil Pharmaceutical PROD (2001):

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Topiramate drug interactions

There are 288 drug interactions with topiramate.

Topiramate disease interactions

There are 8 disease interactions with topiramate which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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