Topamax and Gastroenteritis - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Gastroenteritis is reported as a side effect among people who take Topamax (topiramate), especially for people who are female, 30-39 old, have been taking the drug for 1 - 2 years also take Fosamax, and have Pain.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Gastroenteritis when taking Topamax. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 54,158 people who have side effects when taking Topamax from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Topamax?

Topamax has active ingredients of topiramate. It is often used in migraine. eHealthMe is studying from 58,956 Topamax users. Check the latest studies of Topamax.

What is Gastroenteritis?

Gastroenteritis (inflammation of stomach and intestine) is found to be associated with 1,347 drugs and 1,278 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Gastroenteritis.

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On Sep, 04, 2026

54,158 people reported to have side effects when taking Topamax.
Among them, 69 people (0.13%) have Gastroenteritis.

Among these 69 people:

How long have people been on Topamax when they have Gastroenteritis? *

What is the gender of people who have Gastroenteritis when taking Topamax? *

female: 82.76 %
male: 17.24 %

What is the age of people who have Gastroenteritis when taking Topamax? *

What are other drugs people take besides Topamax? *

What are other side effects people have besides Gastroenteritis? *

Nausea And Vomiting: 27 people, 39.13%
Nausea (feeling of having an urge to vomit): 26 people, 37.68%
Fever: 21 people, 30.43%
Fall: 19 people, 27.54%
Pain: 19 people, 27.54%
Hypoaesthesia (reduced sense of touch or sensation): 18 people, 26.09%
Diarrhea: 18 people, 26.09%
Dizziness: 17 people, 24.64%
Rashes (redness): 17 people, 24.64%
Dehydration (dryness resulting from the removal of water): 16 people, 23.19%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Pain: 17 people, 24.64%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (a chronic progressive disease causing inflammation in the joints): 16 people, 23.19%
Osteoporosis (bones weak and more likely to break): 14 people, 20.29%
Depression: 6 people, 8.70%
Joint Pain: 4 people, 5.80%
Bipolar Disorder (mood disorder): 4 people, 5.80%
Breast Cancer Stage Ii: 4 people, 5.80%
Asthma: 3 people, 4.35%
Birth Control: 3 people, 4.35%
Osteopenia (a condition where bone mineral density is lower than normal): 3 people, 4.35%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Related publications that referenced our studies

Baloch M, Siddiqui MA, "Topiramate induced sudden loss of vision", JPMA, 2012 Oct .
Kocamaz, M., & Karadag, O., "Topiramate-Induced Acute Myopia, Diplopia, and Photosensitivity: A Case Report", Beyoglu Eye Journal, 2019 Jan .
Baloch M, Siddiqui MA, "Topiramate induced sudden loss of vision", JPMA, 2012 Oct .
Kocamaz, M., & Karadag, O., "Topiramate-Induced Acute Myopia, Diplopia, and Photosensitivity: A Case Report", Beyoglu Eye Journal, 2019 Jan .

How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on topiramate (the active ingredients of Topamax) and Topamax (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

WARNING, DISCLAIMER, USE FOR PUBLICATION

WARNING: Please DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting a physician since doing so could be hazardous to your health.

DISCLAIMER: All material available on eHealthMe.com is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. All information is observation-only. Our phase IV clinical studies alone cannot establish cause-effect relationship. Different individuals may respond to medication in different ways. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. The use of the eHealthMe site and its content is at your own risk.

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