ABHA
Ayushman Mitra
chat.png

8433808080

lnew-lang-01.svg
EnglishHindi
cart.png0

Prescription Required

Torvate 500 Tablet CR

by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Sodium Valproate (500mg)

₹55₹49

11% off
Torvate 500 Tablet CR

Introduction to Torvate 500 Tablet CR

It is a control released tablet contains sodium valproate It is a primary medication used to treat bipolar disorder and epilepsy It assists to stabilize mood and control seizures by affecting certain chemicals within brain

How Torvate 500 Tablet CR works

Sodium valproate increase the level of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) in the brain. GABA is a neurotransmitter which assists to calm activity of nerve. By increasing the activity of GABA, Sodium valproate decrease occurrence of seizure and assists to stabilize mood swing in bipolar disorders.

How To Use Torvate 500 Tablet CR

  • • Strictly follow doctor’s instruction
  • • Swallow whole tablet with a glass of water
  • • Can be taken with or without food But with food can reduce stomach upset
  • • Carefully follow dosing schedule
  • • To maintain steady levels of medication in bloodstream strictly follow dosing schedule

Special Precautions About Torvate 500 Tablet CR

  • • Inform the care professionals if have any medical history of liver disease, metabolic disorders and pancreatitis
  • • Regularly monitor blood cell counts and lever function

Benefits Of Torvate 500 Tablet CR

  • • Manage migraine headaches
  • • Assists in the treatment of manic episode in bipolar disorders
  • • Prevent various kind of seizures in epilepsy

Side Effects Of Torvate 500 Tablet CR

  • • Nausea
  • • Vomiting
  • • Tremors
  • • Weight gain
  • • Liver function abnormalities
  • • Pancreatitis

Similar Medicine Of Torvate 500 Tablet CR

Vatepro 500mg Tablet CR 10s

Vatepro 500mg Tablet CR 10s

₹103₹93

10 % Savings

View Detail
Encorate 500mg Tablet 10s

Encorate 500mg Tablet 10s

₹91₹82

10 % Savings

View Detail
Volsaa 500mg Tablet CR 10s

Volsaa 500mg Tablet CR 10s

₹121₹109

10 % Savings

View Detail
Valsa CR 500mg Tablet 10s

Valsa CR 500mg Tablet 10s

₹115₹104

10 % Savings

View Detail
Epilex 500mg Tablet 10s

Epilex 500mg Tablet 10s

₹117₹105

10 % Savings

View Detail
Valpodax CR 500 Tablet 10s

Valpodax CR 500 Tablet 10s

₹70₹63

10 % Savings

View Detail
Valpocare 500mg Tablet CR 10s

Valpocare 500mg Tablet CR 10s

₹110₹99

10 % Savings

View Detail
Valsag 500 Tablet CR 10s

Valsag 500 Tablet CR 10s

₹115₹81

30 % Savings

View Detail
Veana 500mg Tablet CR

Veana 500mg Tablet CR

₹75₹75

0 % Savings

View Detail
Valtec 500mg Tablet

Valtec 500mg Tablet

₹70₹70

0 % Savings

View Detail

What If I Missed A Dose Of Torvate 500 Tablet CR

• Take dose as soon as remember. • Skip the dose if next dose time almost approached. • Do not double the dose to manage missed dose.

Health And Lifestyle

• Follow balance diet and maintain healthy weight. • Manage stress and engage in regular physical activity to assist control seizure activity. • Get plenty of rest and stay hydrated.

Drug Interaction

  • • Phenytoin
  • • Warfarin
  • • Amitriptyline
  • • Erythromycin

Drug Food Interaction

  • • Alcohol

Disease Explanation

thumbnail.sv

Epilepsy is a kind of neurological disorder which is characterized by the recurrent seizures. Seizures is caused by the abnormal electrical activity within brain. Bipolar issue is described as mental health condition which is marked by extreme mood swings, and include emotional lows (disorders) and highs (mania).

FAQ's on Torvate 500 Tablet CR

Does Torvate affect the working of birth control pills?

Yes, Torvate does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Torvate and seizures may occur. It is important that you inform your doctor that you are using birth control pills. Your doctor will keep a track on your response to the treatment and monitor the Torvate levels in your blood levels.

For how long should I take Torvate to cure my epilepsy completely?

Torvate does not cure your condition, it only prevents the seizures from occurring. Therefore, you will have to keep on taking it, maybe for years. Consult your doctor if you face any problems while taking this medicine.

I am concerned because I have heard that Torvate causes hair loss. Is it true?

Torvate may cause thinning of hair, change of hair colour and even hair loss. If you are concerned, talk to your doctor if it is possible to reduce the dose of Torvate. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

Is it safe to take Torvate for long term?

Many patients can safely take Torvate for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Torvate may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Torvate for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.

I have gained weight after I started using Torvate. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Torvate. To control your weight, you should have a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly. Talk to your doctor if you have any other concerns.

What happens if I stop taking Torvate?

You should not stop taking Torvate suddenly. It should be discontinued gradually. Stopping it suddenly may increase the chances of recurrence of seizures. Always consult your doctor if you feel the need to stop taking this medicine.

check.svg Written By

Pranav ayush

MBA in Pharmaceutical

Content Updated on

Saturday, 14 December, 2024

Prescription Required

Torvate 500 Tablet CR

by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Sodium Valproate (500mg)

₹55₹49

11% off
Torvate 500 Tablet CR

Torvate 500 Tablet CR

thmb-mob-01.png

Discover the Benefits of ABHA Card registration

Simplify your healthcare journey with Indian Government's ABHA card. Get your card today!

Create ABHA

Torvate 500 Tablet CR

thmb-mob-01.png
heart-logo.png

Download the app

black-playstore.svgwhite-playstore-01.svg

About DawaaDost

Our Policies

Our Services

Knowledge Base

Fetured Categories

About DawaaDost

Our Policies

Our Services

Knowledge Base

Featured Categories

Customer Care

© 2024 DawaaDost. All rights reserved. In compliance with Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945, we don't process requests for Schedule X and other habit forming drugs.

whatsapp-icon