Question:
Migraines and medicines

I currently take Topamax as a pre mediative medicine for my migraines but I still sometimes get them and when they come on I am I was prescribed a drug called RELPLAX I had been taking this medication prior to my surgery my surgeon said it was ok to take the Topamax but when I asked about the Relplax he said he was not familar with the drug I have not been back to my regular PCP doctor yet to discuss this with him yet, and I am not sure if it has any thing in it that is going to be harmful to me now. My question to you all is: Does anybody take this or has taken it?    — iwilllose (posted on January 19, 2008)

January 19, 2008
I take Topamax and Imitrex. You would be surprised at the meds you can take after. Just ask your doctor. If not ask about the Imitrex. Hope that helps.
   — Michele B.

January 19, 2008
I am on the same combo... 50mg Topamax am and pm and then Relpax whenever I get a migraine. I just had my surgery on 1/7/08, and have yet to get a migraine -- haven't tried using the Relpax yet, but I have not been told it will be harmful in any way. Looking at all the information I have, as far as I can tell Relpax is not an NSAID, and I plan on using it as I had been prior to surgery. I would be very interested in what you find from your PCP.
   — Amy010708

January 19, 2008
Well my PCP just put me on Relplax because the Topomax causes blurred vision and bothers my concentration (I just started this in Dec. 2007) and doean't really do much for my headaches. They "think" they are migraines; however, I don't think they truly know what is causing the headaches. I've only taken the Relplax 3x -- I can only do 2 in a 24 hour period and today they haven't done much good but make me sleepy and irritiable. Tonight I'm going back to the Fiorcet w/codeine at least that takes the pain away for a few hours. I'm almost a year out and just started taking the surgery so I doubt if there are any side effects because of the WLS but the side effects from the meds would be something to pay attention to and follow up with your PCP if anything out of the ordinary happens.
   — the7thdean

January 19, 2008
I know somewone who took topmax, and became so out of it they were sent home from work with a escort, for fear of them driving. scary side effect, although rare.
   — bob-haller

January 19, 2008
I would suggest calling your local pharmacy and talking to the pharmacist on duty, or if you want an answer right away i would call 1-800 rite aid (they are open 24 hours a day on the phone) good luck
   — RAD

January 19, 2008
I was on Topamax 200mg a day. When the pounds began to fall off the drug became less effective and the side effects worsened. My neurologist suggested Botox injections. This is totally not a cosmetic thing and insurance covered it. The injections are given in your forehead, head, neck, and shoulders. They are not that painfull as a really small gauge needle is used. It all takes about a week to be effective and the only side effect I have is a lack of wrinkles on my forehead lol. If this is a potential treatment for you or anyone else reading this remember to consult a reputable neurologist. This is not a job your PCP or dermatologist, as to minimize the side effects the ammount used and areas injected need a expert's hand. Best of luck, been there and done that.-Heather
   — tazthewiz23

January 20, 2008
I have suffered with migraines my entire life. I have been on everything, including topamax. I went to the Ryan Migraine and headache clinic here in Missouri. I am part of the population they can not figure out why I get them.They gave me the most wonderful drug. Zomig nasal spray. They come in meter doses you take one and 20 mins later the migraine is gone. It's a god send! I haven't had a migraine stay after taking the Zomig. It's amazing!!!!! Ask your doctor if you can give it a try.
   — Belanna

January 21, 2008
I currently take the Relpax and find that it is the only triptan drug that works for me. It does not seem to cause me any digestive side effects. I hope this answers your question.
   — rinnchris