VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET

Product Of Modi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd

Composition: Sodium Valproate (500mg)

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All Details About VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET

Description:

VALCONTIN 500 MG 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.

VALCONTIN 500 MG 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.

Earlier 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:

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Valcontin

Headache
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Nausea
Vomiting
Sleepiness
Hair loss
Weight gain
Tremors
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)
Pantingness
Low blood platelets
Hay fever
Tenseness
Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
Flu-like symptoms
Fever
Memory loss
Indigestion
Infection
Peripheral edema

Side Effects:

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Monitor the baby for unusual bruising or bleeding, jaundice and other signs of liver damage.

Driving

UNSAFE

VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.

FAQs:

Q. For how long should I take VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET to cure my epilepsy completely?

VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET 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.

Q. What happens if I stop taking VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET?

You should not stop taking VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET suddenly. It should be discontinued gradually. Stopping it suddenly may increase the chances of recurrence of seizures. Forever consult your doctor if you feel the need to stop taking this medicine.

Q. I have gained weight after I started using VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

Affirmative, weight gain can occur with the use of VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET. To control your weight, you should have a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly. Communicate to your doctor if you have any other concerns.

Q. Does VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET affect the working of birth control pills?

Affirmative, VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET 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 VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET levels in your blood levels.

Q. Is it safe to take VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET for long term?

Many patients can safely take VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET for a long time. Limitedly, long-term use of VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.

Q. I am concerned because I have heard that VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET causes hair loss. Is it true?

VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET 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 VALCONTIN 500 MG TABLET. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

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