Topamax

What does "Topamax" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Topamax is a brand name for a medication called topiramate. It's primarily used to treat certain types of seizures in people with epilepsy, a condition that causes repeated seizures. It can also be used to prevent migraines, which are severe headaches that cause intense throbbing or pulsing in one area of the head. However, it's not used to relieve pain once a migraine has already started.

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