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Old 12-03-2007, 09:15 AM   #1
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Topamax question

Anyone taking topamax for sciatic nerve pain related to spinal disc problems? If so, are you getting any pain relief from it? What are your likes and/or dislikes about topamax if you've previously taken it or are currently taking it? I would appreciate any advice and opinions. Thanks!

 
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Old 12-27-2007, 10:59 PM   #2
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Re: Topamax question

Hi There ,
I was just going to post the same one as you did. I have the same problem and this is my third try on Topamax. The last 2 times the tingling in my feet and legs turned to severe pain and I couldn't walk or put my feet on the floor it hurt so bad. among other problems, However I agreed to try it one more time because I was told it would help me with my back and knee's I have DDD & DJD, had 2 Spinal Fusions at the S1 & L5 both failed, Sciatic Nerve pinched after second surgery, now the skin on my left leg burns like someone is holding a blowtorch to it, I can't sleep due to the pain. I am also taking OxyCodone 10/325, Fentanyl Patch 50, Topamax 100 in the morning and 100 in the evening, and my regular meds and it doesn't touch it. Everyday I wake up and wonder why am I taking Narcotics that don't work?
I am due to return to work on Jan 8th. But everyday I have to ask myself, HOW? I can't even walk straight or bend down enough to clean my house, I have to use one of those grabber things.
The good part is I've lost my appetite, the bad part is things taste horrible and I hate the trembling I feel inside.
Does all this ever stop?? I've been on Topamax for 3 months now, How long have you been on it, and has it helped you any???
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Re: Topamax question

Stardust, have you been at the same dosage this entire time?? You might post on the back board. There are several people on that board that take it and it did take awhile to work.

Good luck.

 
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Re: Topamax question

No, this is my 3rd try at it, I've just gotten up to this dosage about 3 or 4 weeks ago. I don't think it really works for Nerve Pain. I think I would rather ask for the Steriod injections and they HURT! I haven't had those in several years.
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Re: Topamax question

Stardust:
Why are you not on Lyrica or Neurontin. I am sure you have tried them before but were they at a high enough dosage to be of benefit. Let us know.

Brian

 
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