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Valpex 500mg Tablet CR 10.0 tablet cr in 1 strip

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Valpex 500mg Tablet CR is a product of Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Composition: Sodium Valproate (500mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 90.54

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All Details About Valpex 500mg Tablet CR

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Valpex 500mg Tablet CR

Description:

Valpex 500mg Tablet CR belongs to a group of medicines called anti-epileptics. It is used to treat epilepsy. It works by preventing extreme mood swings and abnormal brain signals that trigger seizures (fits).

Valpex 500mg Tablet CR can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. The dose 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 they may get worse.


The most common side effects of this medicine include hair fall/loss, loss of smell, skin rashes, headache, feeling or being sick, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, and feeling sleepy or drowsy. 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, Valpex 500mg Tablet CR can be taken if it is needed, but 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:

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. Valpex 500mg Tablet CR is to be taken with food.

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

Ordinary side effects of Valpex

  • Hair loss
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Sleepiness
  • Increased appetite
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
  • Weight loss
  • Pantingness
  • Hay fever
  • Tenseness
  • Tremors
  • Weakness
  • Infection
  • Peripheral edema

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valpex 500mg Tablet CR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valpex 500mg Tablet CR 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valpex 500mg Tablet CR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Valpex 500mg Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Valpex 500mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valpex 500mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Valpex 500mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valpex 500mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

For how long should I take Valpex 500mg Tablet CR to cure my epilepsy completely?

Valpex 500mg Tablet CR 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.

What happens if I stop taking Valpex 500mg Tablet CR?

You should not stop taking Valpex 500mg Tablet CR 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.

I have gained weight after I started using Valpex 500mg Tablet CR. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

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

Does Valpex 500mg Tablet CR affect the working of birth control pills?

Valpex 500mg Tablet CR does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Valpex 500mg Tablet CR, and seizures may occur. You must inform your doctor that you are using birth control pills. Your doctor will keep track of your response to the treatment and monitor the Valpex 500mg Tablet CR levels in your blood.

Is it safe to take Valpex 500mg Tablet CR for long term?

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

I am concerned because I have heard that Valpex 500mg Tablet CR causes hair loss. Is it true?

Valpex 500mg Tablet CR may cause thinning of hair, a change of hair color, and even hair loss. If you are concerned, talk to your doctor about whether it is possible to reduce the dose of Valpex 500mg Tablet CR. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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