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Joint pain and stiffness

I have been taking topamax for migraine prevention for approximately 4 months.  All of a sudden, I have experienced joint pain and stiffness.  I found out that topamax can lead to these side effects.  however, I have gradually gone off the topamax and have quit taking it for approximately 4 - 5 days.  Today I am still stiff (shoulders, knee, wrist and ankles) and my ankles are swollen.  Do you think this is still a side effect of Topamax in my system?
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Dear 4me2use,

I would recommend that you seek the care of an MD to determine what to do about the dosage of topomax as well as to determine the cause of your stiff joints and swollen ankles.

Dr. Feldman

Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California
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Thank you!
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