Abstract:Topiramate is a sulfamate-substituted monosaccharide used in the treatment of epilepsy and migraines. This case report demonstrates a 29-year-old female who complained of severe bilateral loss of vision 14 days after using topiramate for her migraine. On initial examination, visual acuities were counting fingers in both eyes. Intraocular pressures were 55 mmHg and 58 mmHg in the right and left eyes, respectively. Anterior segment examination showed bilateral conjunctival chemosis, mild corneal edema, and marke… Show more
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