Is Topamax an NSAID?
No, Topamax is NOT an NSAID. Topamax belongs to a class of drugs called anti-epileptics (AEDs). Originally it was studied as a diabetes agent when in turn they found that Topamax controls a wide variety of seizure types. Initially it was approved as an adjunctive medication (taken simultaneously with other AEDs) to prevent both generalized and partial onset seizures. Eventually it received FDA approval as initial monotherapy in these epilepsies along with Lennox Gastaut Syndrome. Topamax also received approval as a migraine preventive agent several years ago. It is now the most commonly prescribed migraine preventive agent utilized by Neurologists and PCPs for controlling frequent and disabling migraines. Many specialists utilize Topamax off label for reasons such as: bipolar disorder, neuropathic pain, essential tremor, to treat alcoholism, gambling addiction, weight loss, etc… This medication should not be taken without consultation of a physician as it can be dangerous if not appr
