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Hi.. any medicine one takes will have side-effects. But when benefits outweigh the risks we need to take them. All the side effects mentioned may not occur in one person.. that depends on several factors like  age, interaction with other medicines etc. My advice to you is stop searching Google regarding the medications.. you will become more anxious. Start taking the medicine, if you notice any side-effects discuss with your treating doctor. Usually people get used to the medicines and side-effects disappear after a period of time. If still persisting and if they are troublesome,  then you may think of alternatives. All the best.

Hi, The best way ahead would be a detailed clinical interview to understand the symptoms and get your comprehensive medical history. For a personalized management plan,  you can connect over the app using instant consultation. WhatsApp available on nine four one five three nine four three seven nine Kind Regards, Dr Abhinav Tewari Consultant Neuro-Psychiatrist MBBS (A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi) MD (Psychiatry) (A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi) DNB (NBEMS)

Side effects occur very rarely and that's the exact reason for frequent monitoring. Topiramate is relatively a good drug and follow up as advised by your psychiatrist

Hello, Side effects are very rare especially ones you read from internet.