Topiramate — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Topiramate (Topamax, Qudexy XR)
Drug Class: Anticonvulsant / Weight management
Anticonvulsant used for epilepsy, migraine prevention, and weight management (with phentermine as Qsymia). Works as a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and modulates neurotransmitters.
Nutrients That Topiramate May Deplete
Long-term use of Topiramate is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Vitamin B12
- Folate
- Riboflavin
- Vitamin B6
- Calcium
- Vitamin D
- Bicarbonate
Common Side Effects of Topiramate
- Tingling in hands/feet
- Weight loss
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Memory problems
- Difficulty concentrating
- Taste changes
- Nausea
Key Drug Interactions — Topiramate
Topiramate has 10 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Valproic acid
- Oral contraceptives
- Carbamazepine
- Phenytoin
- Lithium
- Metformin
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Topiramate deplete nutrients?
Yes. Topiramate has been associated with depletion of Vitamin B12, Folate, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Vitamin D, Bicarbonate based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Topiramate deplete?
Topiramate is associated with lower levels of: Vitamin B12, Folate, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Vitamin D, Bicarbonate. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Topiramate?
Common side effects associated with Topiramate include: Tingling in hands/feet; Weight loss; Dizziness; Drowsiness; Memory problems.