Posted by chloe on August 1, 2001, at 18:14:16
In reply to Re: I think I'll wait on the Topamax » chloe, posted by Mitch on August 1, 2001, at 0:05:47
How does one know if a med is going to work or not? I did some research on Topamax and it can have some pretty nasty side effects, ie, mouth sores, numbness of hands, feet, face, kidney stones, rash. They actually seem worse than Trileptal, at the moment. At least I am used to Trileptal. But I can't go above a very low dose that does allow some major instability. But also horrible dry skin/ hair and a sun intolerance.
How is one to decide which is the better evil? Or if it's worth a switch? My pdoc doesn't seem to think I should choose one or the other. That I have difficultly with side effects with ALL meds, and that sub therapeutic dose of several seems to work ok for me. I am not sure I am in agreement. Perhaps I haven't found the right med, or maybe there isn't one...AC's don't generally completely hit the nail on the head for me.
I don't even think I would ponder a change. Except that I constantly need to refine my "regime" since I can't use an AP to dowse my bipolar 2 or 3 (still not sure), some borderline issues and transient inability to think clearly (psychotic features).
That Geodon worked so well, I am so disappointed it didn't pan out due to side effects. Not only did it quite my thoughts, it worked great on anhedonia/depression. I am back to my old negative self, blah. But 3 day post discontinuation, I still have mouth problems, and trouble swallowing. I really hope this goes away in time...
I guess I wish I could see the future to know if it's worth the turmoil of a change to topamax...Anyone have a crystal ball?
Sorry this is so long and incoherent...Don't know if I should even post this.
ChloeMitch, keep up your exercising!
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