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Introduction to Valrate CR 200 Tablet
This medicine belongs to the group of antileptic drugs. It effectively manages epilepsy in children and adults. This medicine manages bipolar disorders.
Safety Advice for Valrate CR 200 Tablet
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
It can pose high risk for the patients suffering from liver disease.
It should be used cautiously by the patients suffering from kidney disease.
One should avoid alcohol consumption while taking the drug.
It may cause side effects that impair driving ability.
It is not considered to be safe for the pregnant women.
It is not considered to be safe for mothers who breastfed their infants.
How Valrate CR 200 Tablet works
It contains two active ingredients valproic acid and sodium valproate which reduces the degradation of GABA (chemical messenger) in the central nervous system and increases its level. It reduces high-frequency neuronal activities by blocking certain ion channels in the brain and ultimately relieves seizure activities.
How To Use Valrate CR 200 Tablet
- Take the medicine as per the doctor's advise.
- You can take the medicine with or after having a meal.
- Swallow it as whole with a glass full of water without crushing and breaking it.
- Follow the dose and duration as prescribed by a doctor.
Special Precautions About Valrate CR 200 Tablet
- This medicine is not suitable for patients who are suffering from liver disease or have a family history of liver problems, pancreatic disease, urea cycle disorder, or clotting disorders.
Benefits Of Valrate CR 200 Tablet
- Prevent various kind of seizures in epilepsy.
- Assists in the treatment of manic episode in bipolar disorders.
Side Effects Of Valrate CR 200 Tablet
- dizziness
- nervousness
- trembling of hands and arms
- headache
- sleep disorders
- clumsiness/unsteadiness
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What If I Missed A Dose Of Valrate CR 200 Tablet
- Take the dose as soon as remember.
- Skip the dose if the next dose time is almost approaching.
- Do not double the dose to manage missed doses.
Health And Lifestyle
Drug Interaction
- Warfarin (anticoagulant)
- Fluoxetine (antidepressant)
Drug Food Interaction
- High-tyramine foods (e.g., aged cheeses)
- Grapefruit juice
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 Valrate CR 200 Tablet
Can I drink alcohol while taking Valrate?
Can the use of Valrate cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Can Valrate be stopped when epilepsy symptoms are relieved?
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Valrate?
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Valrate be more effective?
Written By
Rakshita Garg
M.Pharma
Content Updated on
Saturday, 23 November, 2024Prescription Required
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