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Topamax – Kidney Stones and Birth Defects?

by James on 19 March 2011

One of today’s preventative drugs for migraine Topamax (topiramate) has come under fire lately as the medical community expresses concern about some of its possible side effects. Coming first in December, a study out of the University of Texas brought up the issue of kidney stones (nephrolithiasis).  Patients on topiramate for two years were tested. [...]

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How Dangerous are Migraine Drugs during Pregnancy?

by James on 17 February 2010

In the past, doctors have encouraged women to avoid certain drugs, including triptans, Divalproex sodium, aspirin and ibuprofen, during pregnancy.  One of the reasons is because of the possibility of birth defects with certain medications. Sometimes these concerns are well grounded in research.  But quite often they’re more a result of a lack of research.  We’re [...]

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