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Valpex 300mg Tablet CR

Name: Valpex 300mg Tablet CR
SKU: strip of 10 tablet cr
Price: 53.595 INR
Availability: InStock

by Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Salt CompositionSodium Valproate (300mg)

₹60₹54

(strip of 10 tablet cr)

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Introduction to Valpex 300mg 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 Valpex 300mg 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 Valpex 300mg 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 Valpex 300mg 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 Valpex 300mg 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 Valpex 300mg Tablet CR

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

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Valpex 300mg 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

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 Valpex 300mg Tablet CR

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

Valpex 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 Valpex. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

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

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

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

Valpex 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.

Is it safe to take Valpex for long term?

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

Does Valpex affect the working of birth control pills?

Yes, Valpex does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Valpex 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 Valpex levels in your blood levels.

What happens if I stop taking Valpex?

You should not stop taking Valpex 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.

Written By

Pranav ayush

MBA in Pharmaceutical

Content Updated on

Saturday, 14 December, 2024

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