"topamax is amazing. i originally took it 6 years ago to prevent migraines and lost 80 lbs as a bonus. at that time my doctor and i speculated that it would some day be approved for weight loss because i was not his only patient to report changes in the taste of carbonated beverages and chocolate while taking the medication. i also noticed that i did not dream about food while taking the medication, but within 3 months of changing medications food reentered my dream content. i am now back on the medication to address chronic pain issues and have already found the same results in weight loss, taste changes, and dream content."