Topiramate — Nutrient Associations & Health Patterns
Also known as: Topiramate (Topamax, Qudexy XR)
Drug Class: Anticonvulsant / Weight management
Topiramate is a Anticonvulsant / Weight management that may affect nutrient status or medication timing in some contexts. WePattern Pattern Health Intelligence maps evidence-qualified nutrient associations, side effects, and interaction context linked to Topiramate.
Reported Nutrient Associations for Topiramate
Peer-reviewed research reports relationships involving the following nutrients. WePattern surfaces them as evidence-qualified associations; they do not establish deficiency, causation, or a fixed timeline for an individual.
- 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
What nutrient associations are reported for Topiramate?
Topiramate has reported nutrient associations involving Vitamin B12, Folate, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Vitamin D, Bicarbonate in clinical research. This does not establish that every person will become deficient or that the medication caused an individual result.
Which nutrient relationships are mapped for Topiramate?
WePattern maps reported associations involving: Vitamin B12, Folate, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Vitamin D, Bicarbonate. The strength, mechanism, dose, duration, and clinical relevance vary, so a clinician or pharmacist should interpret them in context.
What are the side effects of Topiramate?
Common side effects associated with Topiramate include: Tingling in hands/feet; Weight loss; Dizziness; Drowsiness; Memory problems.