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Tryna is on 2000mg of zorontin and 4000mg of Keppra, my daughter also has stickler syndrome which is a connective tissue and joint disease which has stunted her growth. At the age of 17 she is 4ft 6. She is developmentally delayed with a mentality of about a 6 yr old. Tryna is our happy laughing and usually hyperactive child. Now she gets home and is very quiet and withdrawn, little or no smiles and usually no laughing. I have talked to her to see if something was bothering her and she just says… read more
I’ve experienced this with keppra and topamax. I gained 60+ pounds, but this cocktail controlled my epilepsy. I no longer take keppra because of this. My neurologist was instrumental in me trying out new meds. I’ve lost over 80+ pounds. I’m now on zorontin and have had no side effects.
My side effects:
Keppra: weight gain
Topamax: tinnitus (ringing in ears)
Both meds: Depression
I’ve lost the weight with exercise, Accupuncture/massage and dieting; depression is a never ending battle.
I hope this helps!
I’m keeping you guys in prayer!
Thank you all so much. I am waiting on the neuro to call me back regarding changing her meds
Here is info on both medications,
https://www.drugs.com/keppra.html
https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ethosuximide.html
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