I've heard, that a common side effect of Topamax, is weight loss. I am thinking of trying to get this prescribed for me, instead, of Risperdal. Which, incidentally, I have gained 35 lbs. on in the past 3 months, since, my dosage was adjusted.Am now taking the max dose of Risperdal (6mg). All in all, in the last 6 years, have gained 160 lbs. from Zyprexa, then, lost 70 of it, only to gain back 35. I really need some help here. My dr. won't put me on Topamax just for weight loss. He will most likely swich me to Geodon, when, i go to see him in July. However, I could get a different dr. to prescribe Topamax, and, just go over his head. This, really seems like a viable answer to me right now. Any input anyone?

Peace, and, Love,
Cgirl