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Thu, 02/01/2007 - 21:57Topic: Medication Issues
Keppra, how effective is it and how severe are the side effects. Recently my girlfriend started taking keppra along with topamax, her mood-swings have become quite severe: deppresssion, pessimism,and agitation. I have tried to explain, and give her examples of the medications effect on her moods, but she only thinks its me and my lack of consideration. I know i am not perfect, but I am trying my hardest to be patient and understanding. If others have had the same expierence, please help.
thanks
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Re: Hi Jaason, Ok. here is some
Submitted by jjason on Sun, 2007-02-04 - 09:27
jjason
thanks sol i will look up the websites you recommended
Hi Jaason, Ok. here is some
Submitted by solis on Thu, 2007-02-01 - 23:08
Hi Jaason, Ok. here is some medical info on Keppra to corroberate your findings: http://www.epilepsy.com/medications/b_keppra_side.html You'll note depression is a more serious side efect: http://www.epilepsy.com/medications/b_keppra_serious.html I'd suggest you also note the effects of Topomax.. http://www.epilepsy.com/medications/b_topamax_side.html However, the 'swinging' part of her moods is not adressed/known as a side effect of either drug. hope that helps ~sol