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Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR is a product of Osho Pharma Pvt Ltd

Composition: Sodium Valproate (200mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR

Description:

Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR 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.

Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR 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 Valprosh

  • 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 Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valprosh 200mg 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR 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
Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.

FAQs:

Q. For how long should I take Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR to cure my epilepsy completely?

Valprosh 200mg 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.

Q. What happens if I stop taking Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR?

You should not stop taking Valprosh 200mg 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.

Q. I have gained weight after I started using Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

Affirmative, weight gain can occur with the use of Valprosh 200mg 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.

Q. Does Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR affect the working of birth control pills?

Affirmative, Valprosh 200mg 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 Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR 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 Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR levels in your blood levels.

Q. Is it safe to take Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR for long term?

Many patients can safely take Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR for a long time. Limitedly, long-term use of Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.

Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR causes hair loss. Is it true?

Valprosh 200mg Tablet CR 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 Valprosh 200mg 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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