I wonder if it is the fillers used that is causing the problem?
I understand that generics carry the same active drug, but use different (cheaper?) fillers.
My daughter insists on the originals only, as she says that these are the ones that have been tested.
I asked my chemist if that was true, and he said that they have all been tested, but I have my doubts.
Get the original formulation if you can to avoid a reaction to different ingredients.
You may be one of the super-senstive ones, like my daughter.
She will start with a tiny dose of anything new, never the recommended dosage. She builds up gradually until she finds her limit.

this is common with generics. topamax dose being too low sometimes is the cause for ineffectiveness. some people take 600-800 mg/day!! although 100-200 mg a day is sufficient for 75% of people out there. probably better to switch to another med if stopping topamax did not change your headaches any. multiple options out there!!

Multiple options I don't know. Topamax is a miracle drug for migraine. Can't the doctor insist on "brand name" in the prescription? But I guess then you pay a huge difference now that there's generic...

I'd appreciate it if you guys posted comments on my question on Topamax and migraine. Topamax unfortunately makes me very depressed quite fast, even suicidal at 100.
I'm new. I'll be filling out my profile.

Thanks.