Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet

Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet

Prescription Required

MANUFACTURER

Sanofi India Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Sodium Valproate (500mg)

STORAGE

Store below 30°C

INTRODUCTION

Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-epileptics. It is used to treat conditions such as epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It works by preventing extreme mood swings and abnormal brain signals that trigger seizures (fits). It also helps in the prevention of migraines.

Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, sleepiness, constipation, diarrhea, double vision, and weight gain among many others. Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Long-term treatment can cause weakness in your bones (osteoporosis), increasing your risk of breaking a bone.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression, or suicidal thoughts. Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

USES OF VALPARIN TABLET

Epilepsy/Seizures

Prevention of Migraine

Bipolar disorder

BENEFITS OF VALPARIN TABLET

In Epilepsy/Seizures

Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.

This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF VALPARIN TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Valparin

Headache

Dizziness

Blurred vision

Nausea

Vomiting

Sleepiness

Hair loss

Weight gain

Tremor

Double vision

Impaired coordination

Weakness

Increased appetite

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Abdominal pain

Abnormal thoughts

Diarrhea

Depression

Constipation

Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)

Weight loss

Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)

Breathlessness

Low blood platelets

Hay fever

Nervousness

Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)

Flu-like symptoms

Fever

Memory loss

Indigestion

Infection

Peripheral edema

HOW TO USE VALPARIN TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW VALPARIN TABLET WORKS

Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.