topamax and fatigue?

Question: I have just this past week been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and my dr prescribed me topamax. I'm taking the 25mg 2x a day and so far i have not experienced a mental difference from it but i have felt a little bit of the tingling in my hands and feet that i was told i would feel and, I'm not sure if this is because of the Topamax, but i have been extremely depressed and fatigued the past couple of days, i was wondering if anyone could give me thier experiences and if these are some of the side effects of topamax. thanks

Answers:
1st off I'm happy for you that you got help when you needed it. Don't be afraid to talk to your Dr. Anytime you start a new medication you need to relax literally for awhile to see how you react to it. Check the web for Topamax and look at the side effects and cautions listed. Give yourself a break! But, don't expect it to change you over night. A lot of what we do is learned response. Medication helps us to learn and cope to live new lives. Hopefully for the better. Don't only rely on the medications. Good luck hun.

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these may be side effects and they may wear off, but if you are extremely depressed and tired, instead of waiting to see if it goes away, talk to your doctor.

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