Topiramate has multiple uses including epilepsy, migraine prevention, and adjunctive treatment of certain psychiatric conditions. While not always monitored with blood levels, testing can be useful for evaluating compliance, suspected toxicity, drug interactions, and managing therapy during pregnancy.
This test is used to confirm therapeutic levels, evaluate toxicity (cognitive slowing, paresthesias), guide dose changes, and support medication management in special populations. Sample type is serum or plasma.