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GlossaryTopiramate

medication used to treat epilepsy and prevent migraines

Topiramate, also known by brand names such as Topamax, is a medication primarily used to treat epilepsy and prevent migraines. It works by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain and has additional off-label uses, including for weight loss and mood stabilization.

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research Acquired Trichomegaly with Topiramate

24 citations, July 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

A woman's eyelashes grew thicker and longer after taking topiramate, but returned to normal when she stopped the medication.

research Topiramate vs Divalproex Sodium in the Preventive Treatment of Migraine: A Prospective Real-World Study

19 citations, April 2011 in “Headache The Journal of Head and Face Pain”

Both topiramate and divalproex sodium effectively reduce migraine frequency and are generally well-tolerated.

Acneiform Rash Caused by an Unlikely Drug: Topiramate

research Acneiform Rash Caused by an Unlikely Drug: Topiramate

5 citations, July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders”

A man got a rare rash from the drug topiramate, which went away after he stopped taking it.

Topiramate-Induced Hair Loss: Case Report

research Topiramate-Induced Hair Loss: Case Report

2 citations, January 2002 in “Dermatology + psychosomatics”

Topiramate may cause reversible hair loss.

Trichotillomania And Trichophagia: Modern Diagnostic And Therapeutic Methods

research Trichotillomania And Trichophagia: Modern Diagnostic And Therapeutic Methods

30 citations, August 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

Better-designed, long-term studies are needed to optimize treatment for trichotillomania and trichophagia.

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