Topamax is very debilitating mentally. Computational, spelling and verbal skills really diminish. It’s terrible for side effects.
Have her avoid all chocolate, especially dark. Cured and/or fermented foods can trigger also, especially strong aged cheese, etc. Eat meals on a regular schedule, do not skip any. Also have her be sure to stay hydrated.
Best of luck. The above will help as much or more than the topamax.
Yep. There's a website out there called "thetopamaxtrip" or something to that effect, and I was all over it when docs were suggesting it for me. People post their side affects and issues.
They appropriately refer to it as "Dope-a-max." If you don't have ADD yet, you will.
"Hmm,...great. No pain, but I'll be bitchy and stupid."
Took a pass.