ThyroMate is a complete, all-natural thyroid supplement with a precise blend of 14 high-quality, clinically studied ingredients suggested to safely improve thyroid functionality, promote a healthy metabolism, and naturally increase energy levels. Side Effects: Use of topamax for weight loss is off-label, but some doctors prescribe this as weight loss medicine. National institute of health advise only to use this if the overweight problem could lead to further health problems. Migraine preventive Topamax (topiramate) has long been associated with trouble thinking, hence the widely used nickname of Dopamax. A recent study indicates that some people have trouble with language while taking Topamax. By Red Head January 8, 2011 at 10:45 pm. I used Topamax for about three years. Initially, it seemed to work. It made me feel a little tingly in my legs at first, but eventually that went away. I have been prescribed Wellbutrin for depression and Topamax as a mood stabilizer. The combination worked very well for me and the bonus was that I lost weight. I could easily get a prescription for Topamax as I have migraines and my doc and I talked about it at our last visit. I would also LOVE the weight loss side effect. Unfortunately slowed thinking, memory problems and trouble concentrating are some of the more common side effects associated with topiramate. These side effects are said to be dose related so technically the more you take, the more likely you are to have the problems. TOPAMAX ® Tablets contain the following inactive ingredients: carnauba wax, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized starch, purified water, sodium starch glycolate, synthetic iron oxide, and titanium dioxide. Is Topamax a Wonder Drug? Over the past week alone, I have talked to several people about their doctor visits. Each one of them had a different illness and each one of them was prescribed the drug Topamax. Topamax is the brand name of topiramate, an anticonvulsant drug used to prevent seizures and reduce the frequency of migraines. While its exact mechanism of action is unknown, studies suggest.