Experiences with

Topamax

I was diagnosed this last June and would love input from others as I refused the medication Fosamax but decided to improve my situation naturally through healthy eating, exercises and supplements. Changed from Calcium carbonate to citrate, added K2 for better calcium absorption. Seeing a physical therapist

I have been prescribed Topamax for my anxiety and also because I suffer from sever migraines due to a fall. Can anyone else tell me if they’ve used been prescribed Topamax and what I can expect?

I’ve been told that Topiramate (Topamax) might be better than Tegretol for my buzzing as it has less side effects. But I’m loath to try it as I know with certainty that Tegretol works. Does anyone have any comparative tinnitus experience with Tegretol and Topiramate?

I was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis (at 63 - I think I'm too young) but I've always had osteopenia and am a small person. I've had doctors talk about medications but when I read the side effects and consider not being able to stop them (in the case of Prolia... which was highly recommended) I

I had a cupped knee few days ago, suddenly my left knee gave in, I couldn’t stand, last bonescan showed bones are getting weaker. I am 78, small built, are there any supplements I should be taking, calcium or fosamax? I take milk & yogurt for bones. Any suggestions? I have Hashimoto thyroid.

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Have had secondary osteoporosis for many years, and my T-scores continue to decline. Just had another dexa scan yesterday, and lost 1/2 inch in height. Had serious problems with Fosamax 20+ years ago. Currently on HRT estrogen only patch. Am certain when I go back to both primary and endocrinologist

I also take Topamax for chronic migraine. Have been taken both for just over a year now and have lost all appetite. Nearly 4 stones in weight during this year, and I do eat some very naughty food like everyone else. Just wondering if this is normal? GP has no idea about RLS unfortunately.

Hello. I’m looking for positive feedback from people that are taking or took Fosamax in the past. Thank you

Six months ago my GP told me I had osteoporosis and recommended I take fosamax. I said I want to talk to my dentist first. dentist not thrilled with this drug, especially people having to wait months for dental surgery so I decided no. After they cleaned my teeth thinking, gosh, really disappointed

Has anyone experience taking Actonel or Fosamax [u]without[/u] esophageal symptoms? Did you take it daily, weekly or monthly? Also, what improvement has your DEXA scan shown? My physician says she has just started taking Actonel and is encouraging me to do so. I am not inclined to follow this advice

I got a second opinion on my PMR situation and the new doc immediately wanted to put me on Actemra and Fosamax. I didn't agree to do it yet, so I could query folks here about it and think on it. My first and current rheumatologist said it was unlikely that I had GCA but the second opinion guy thought

My doctor is offering me Topiramate (Topamax) daily at 25 mg. daily It's also used as an anti-seizure med besides to prevent occurrence of migraine. Does anyone have experience with this medication? I do have a history of migraine but only had them every ten years or so.

I am a senior female over 75 with Hashimoto thyroid. My last bonescan, one year ago showed bone loss getting worse- endocrinologist suggested various medications like Fosamax or various shots. I read that taking Algae Calcium plus strontium boost helps build bone mass. Has Any one has any one experimented

Abiraterone failed after about 6 months. My PSA is back up to 190 and I have a bunch of painful metastases on my ribs, spine and pelvis. I will be going to the Levine Cancer Institute today to begin 10 cycles of External Beam Radio Therapy (EBRT) and 6-months of intravenous Xofigo. We don't have the

Bone density – success story – thus far! Summary I am writing this to share my success thus far in reversing osteoporosis naturally using a combination of diet and exercise. I hope this may encourage others to believe it can be done. Introduction When this journey started in Feb 2020 I was 56 years

I am 65 and just diagnosed with Osteoporosis, my t -score is -3.0. I am prescribed Fosamax. I am afraid to take it. Has anyone had a bad or good experience from taking this drug? Thank you

Has anyone taken progesterone to help build bone density? I’m stopping my prolia injections and want to take all the important supplements I can to help ward off rebound fractures. Thinking about starting Actonel as I was talk Fosamax for 3.5 yrs prior to Prolia but started having stomach issues from

Even the side effects of the medications, turning me into a zombie, my father having a major heart attack, I was on topamax, do not even remember very much about it, but I was there, as he slowly and painfully died before me!

Hi, I was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and was not able to take Fosamax so Zoledronic Acid (Reclast) has been prescribed. I am not sure about having these yearly infusions due to some risky side affects and unknowns I have read about. So I have been looking for more body friendly solutions.