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seeing thing that aren't there
Wed, 01/31/2007 - 00:05Topic: Medication Issues
i been on topomax for a week or so now and i don't know if this is normal.kinda seeing thing? or you see one item in one spot but second later it in another spot and back to the same spot again. when i'm watching tv the picture would wiggle or move into an odd shape and some time when i read the letter would do the same !!
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Here is info on a known eye
Submitted by solis on Wed, 2007-01-31 - 02:29
Here is info on a known eye problem with Topomax.
"Glaucoma
A very small number of people treated with Topamax developed an eye condition like glaucoma. If you experience blurred vision or difficulty seeing that comes on quickly, perhaps with eye pain, notify your doctor immediately. These symptoms usually occurred during the first month of treatment. If action is taken promptly (including stopping the Topamax), the symptoms will go away, but if they are not treated, permanent loss of vision could result." http://www.epilepsy.com/medications/b_topamax_serious.html
I second the idea that it's best to get this checked out (asap)
best wishes,
~sol
make sure to tell your neuro
Submitted by wldhrt13 on Wed, 2007-01-31 - 00:28
make sure to tell your neuro ASAP!!! it could be nothing, but it could be a rare side-effect of the Topamax. Topamax can cause occular pressure to build up in the eye (glaucoma) and if not treated impair eyesight or even cause blindness. It is easy to fix once diagnosed. So please tell your doctor IMMEDIATELY so he/she can test your eyes for this and make sure this rare side effect isn't happening. I would hate to see anyone lose eyesight. p.s. not trying to scare you, just want to help look out for you! ~pamela