Topamax and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Topamax (topiramate).
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)
- (2001) "Product Information. Topamax (topiramate)." Ortho McNeil Pharmaceutical
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Topamax drug interactions
There are 291 drug interactions with Topamax (topiramate).
Topamax disease interactions
There are 8 disease interactions with Topamax (topiramate) which include:
- oligohidrosis/hyperthermia
- suicidal tendency
- renal dysfunction
- metabolic acidosis
- angle closure glaucoma
- hemodialysis
- liver disease
- nephrolithiasis
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Drug Interaction Classification
| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| 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. | |
| No interaction information available. |
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