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Why Is Topamax Prescribed For Migraines?

I have many health problems. Recently, today, my Dr prescribed me topamax 25mg. For migraines. I read up on the internet a it. Why is a prescription necessary and does it contain any aspirin? I can not take aspirin. I assume because I m anemia. Thank you.
Thu, 11 May 2017
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Hi welcome to the health care magic

You have not been prescribed aspirin drug

You have been prescribed topiramate drug for your condition...

It is prescribed in your case as prophylaxis treatment for migraine

You might have repeated migraine attack problem... Hence to prevent further migraine attack this drug has been prescribed

Hope I have solved your query

Take care
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Why Is Topamax Prescribed For Migraines?

Hi welcome to the health care magic You have not been prescribed aspirin drug You have been prescribed topiramate drug for your condition... It is prescribed in your case as prophylaxis treatment for migraine You might have repeated migraine attack problem... Hence to prevent further migraine attack this drug has been prescribed Hope I have solved your query Take care