What is topiramate 15 mg used for?
Generic Name: topiramate Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs.
What is Topamax Sprinkle used for?
Topamax Sprinkle is a seizure medicine, also called an anticonvulsant. This medicine is used to treat certain types of seizures in adults and children who are at least 2 years old. Trokendi XR is for use in adults and children who are at least 6 years old.
How do you take Topamax Sprinkle?
Topamax hard capsules may be swallowed whole or may be administered by carefully opening the capsule and sprinkling the entire contents on a small amount (teaspoon) of soft food. This medicinal product/food mixture is to be swallowed immediately and not chewed. It must not be stored for future use.
What are sprinkle capsules?
Coni-Snap® Sprinkle capsules are specifically designed to be easily opened by patients and care-givers, enabling them to dose the contents of the capsule in a consistent manner. They offer a novel and distinctive way to sprinkle drugs on food or in beverages without compromising on quality, safety or efficacy.
How does topiramate help with weight loss?
Topamax causes weight loss because it affects the appetite. People who take it and have a reduced appetite may feel hungry less often and eat less because of this. Studies have shown that Topamax may also speed up metabolism, which means that the body burns calories more quickly.
What time is best to take Topamax?
Timing: You can take topiramate with or after food. Take topiramate at the same times each day. If you are taking it two times a day, take your doses in the morning and night. If you are taking it once a day, then it’s best taken at bedtime.
Can Topamax sprinkles be dissolved in water?
If a suspension is necessary, TOPAMAX tablets may be crushed and suspended in water. The solubility of topiramate in water is 9.8 mg/mL. No data is available regarding the stability of this mixture; therefore, it should be used immediately. Since the excipients may be insoluble they may not dissolve.