Posted by Herspirit on February 24, 2004, at 21:41:55
In reply to Re: Topamax Experiences? » Herspirit, posted by Sooshi on February 24, 2004, at 21:08:46
I must admit, I haven't been drinking enough water. I drink, but generally beverages with caffeine in them, coffee and diet iced tea. I'm going to have to make a concerted effort to drink water and like you said, LOTS OF IT! Plus, my kidneys need it too! When you say, lots of it, about how much do you drink in a day, ounces wise?
My optometrist also had me using artificial tears but I would have to be using the constantly for them to do me any good. My eyes only feel good in the shower. The minute I step out, it's back to the blurry, dry feeling.
> Hi Herspirit,
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> I am definately experiencing the same thing, and I take Topamax, 200mg. If I don't drink enough water, which is most of the time, my eyes get too dehydrated, and they feel very dry and blurry. I've seen my optometrist about this and she confirmed it. She gave me some artificial tears to put in them for when they get very irritated, but said the best thing to do it to KEEP YOURSELF HYDRATED. You do not need to stop taking your Topamax, you just need to drink water, water, water if you are taking Topamax!
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> Hope this helps some,
> Sooshi
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