VALPARIN XR 500

Valparin XR 500 predominantly affects the central nervous system. Its anticonvulsant capabilities have been shown in experimental animal models and people with a broad range of epilepsies. Its primary mode of action is connected to the gabaergic pathway reinforcing.

Use this medication precisely as recommended by your physician. Follow the prescription of your doctor carefully.

The medication dose your physician has given is based on your condition, other medications or food supplements you may take, and your reaction to treatment. To diminish your risks for adverse effects, don’t increase your dosage, take it regularly, or take it as instructed by your physician. Adverse events may still happen even at usual prescription dosages.

If your physician requests you to use this drug consistently, use it regularly to get the most benefits from it. To make you remember it better, take it at a fixed time every day.

Your doctor may need to modify your dosages to ease your symptoms or if you develop adverse reactions.

If you have any inquiries with regards to information, ask your physician or pharmacist.

Uses

Valparin XR 500 is used in the following conditions:

Generalized epilepsy
Treatment and prevention of mania associated with bipolar disorders

This medicine may be recommended for different uses. Approach your physician or pharmacist for more information.

Warnings

Do not use Valparin XR 500 in people with the following conditions:

Mitochondrial disorders caused by mutations in the nuclear gene encoding
mitochondrial enzyme polymerase ƴ (POLG).
Notably drug-induced hepatitis
Hypersensitivity to sodium valproate.
Family history of severe hepatitis
Porphyria
Acute and chronic hepatitis

Side Effects

Valparin XR 500 may have the following side effects:

Agitation
Stomatitis
Tremor
Diarrhea
Memory impairment
Disturbance in attention
Vomiting
Nystagmus
Extrapyramidal disorder
Confusional state
Nausea
Aggression
Liver dysfunction
Somnolence
Gastralgia
Gingival disorder
Convulsion
Stupor
Headache

Keep in mind that your physician has recommended this drug since he or she has known that the advantage to you is more noteworthy than the risk of adverse reactions. Many individuals utilizing this medicine don’t have serious side effects.

A serious allergy to this medication is uncommon. In any case, seek emergency medical help if you see any manifestations of a serious allergic response, including a rash, tingling or swelling particularly of the face or tongue or throat, dizziness or difficulty in breathing.

This is not a complete list of side effects. If you see other effects not recorded above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Precautions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Multiple anti-convulsant therapy
Hypothermia
Liver damage

Prior to taking this medicine, tell your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to it, or if you have some other hypersensitivities. This drug may contain inert ingredients which can cause unfavorable side effects or different issues. Talk with your pharmacist for more information.

Interactions

Valparin XR 500 may interact with the following medicines:

Topiramate
Warfarin
Phenytoin
Primidone
Colestyramine
Olanzapine
Temozolomide
Rifampicin
Lamotrigine
Zidovudine
Felbamate
Phenobarbital
Cimetidine
Carbamazepine
Chloroquine
Erythromycin
Aspirin
Mefloquine

Inform your physician about the drugs you take including over-the-counter medications, prescribed drugs, supplements and vitamins.

This is not a complete list of drug interactions. Approach your physician or pharmacist for more details.

The effects of certain medications can change if you consume different medications or herbal products simultaneously. This can build your risk for side effects or may cause your drugs not to work effectively. These interactions are conceivable, yet don’t generally happen. Your physician or pharmacist can prevent or oversee interactions by changing how you utilize your prescriptions or by close checking.

While utilizing this drug, don’t start, stop, or change the dose of other medicines you are using without your physician’s advice.

Overdose & Brands

Symptoms of overdose may include the following:

With hypotonia
Coma
Myosis
Decreased respiratory function
Decreased reflexes

Seek medical help immediately.

Available Brands:

Valpros
Encorate Chrono 500