Topamax is a prescription drug used to treat patients who suffer from chronic seizure conditions. Approved by the FDA in 1997, Topamax has grossed an estimated two billion dollars in sales making it one of the best-selling medications in the United States. However, some epilepsy patients have reported adverse side effect to their physicians after taking Topamax. One such side effect is a change in the taste of certain foods or beverages, such as soda.
Some studies and research, however, has shown a high correlation between Topamax taken during the first few weeks of pregnancy and congenital defects such as cleft lip and cleft palate. If you took Topamax during the first trimester of pregnancy, and had a child born with one of these birth defects, you may want to consider contacting an topamax lawyer about filing a potential lawsuit as you may be entitled to legal compensation that could help with alleviating medical expenses and emotional duress.