"i switched from generic topiramate 50mg. tid (three times a day) to brand trokendi xr 200mg (once daily) because i and my psychiatrist believed plasma levels would remain comparable to tid dosing due to microtrol technology. my pdoc decided that a 50mg increase was fine. it sure was! i am indicated for topiramate for the following reasons:

a. bipolar disorder; topiramate acts as a mood stabilizer.
b. drug cravings; topiramate reduces my urge to use drugs, studies are directed at its propensity to reduce alcohol and stimulant cravings
c. anxiety: topiramate is a gaba agonist and slightly anxiolytic 
d. weight loss

trokendi xr is far superior and smoother than generic topiramate when it comes to amelioration of symptoms. 10/10."