This medicine belongs to the group of antileptic drugs. It effectively manages epilepsy in children and adults. This medicine manages bipolar disorders.
It can pose high risk for the patients suffering from liver disease.
It should be used cautiously by the patients suffering from kidney disease.
One should avoid alcohol consumption while taking the drug.
It may cause side effects that impair driving ability.
It is not considered to be safe for the pregnant women.
It is not considered to be safe for mothers who breastfed their infants.
It contains two active ingredients valproic acid and sodium valproate which reduces the degradation of GABA (chemical messenger) in the central nervous system and increases its level. It reduces high-frequency neuronal activities by blocking certain ion channels in the brain and ultimately relieves seizure activities.
Epilepsy is a kind of neurological disorder which is characterized by the recurrent seizures. Seizures is caused by the abnormal electrical activity within brain. Bipolar issue is described as mental health condition which is marked by extreme mood swings, and include emotional lows (disorders) and highs (mania).
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Yes, Valpotex may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities. Inform your doctor if you experience such an episode while taking this medicine.
No, Valpotex should be continued as advised by the doctor. Stopping Valpotex suddenly may cause the symptoms to reappear that too with increased frequency. If any problems are experienced due to Valpotex, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Valpotex. Drinking alcohol will increase the side effects caused by Valpotex.
M.Pharma
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