"i was on topamax and my dr. added 300 mg trileptal twice a day to deal with anxiety issues caused by topamax. i have experienced no weight gain and few side effects. there was an initial feeling of &quot;contentment&quot; whenever i took it, but this wore off after a couple weeks. since adding trileptal to the repertoire i&#039;ve experience no manic symptoms but blessed, normal emotions. it&#039;s like the anxiety was cut away and a real human being was exposed underneath. the emotions are loud and clear but they aren&#039;t overpowering. no cycling. i&#039;d say this was a real plus."