PRODUCT DETAILS

About Epirest 500mg Tablet CR

SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID belongs to a group of medicines called 'anticonvulsants' or 'anti-epileptics' primarily used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID is also used to treat mood disorders and migraine. Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In patients with seizures, the typical brain electrical pattern is disrupted by sudden bursts of electrical impulse that affect an individual's consciousness, movements or sensations.
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SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sodium valproate and Valproic acid. SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID works by decreasing the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helps in controlling seizures. SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID increases the amount of a chemical substance called GABA, this helps block the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.
 

Uses of Epirest 500mg Tablet CR

Epilepsy, Mood disorder, Migraine

Medicinal Benefits of Epirest 500mg Tablet CR

SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sodium valproate and Valproic acid. A SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits, mood disorder and prevent migraine headaches. SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby controlling seizures. SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID is used to treat certain forms of epilepsy such as petit mal epilepsy (short-term unconsciousness due to disorder in the brain), myoclonic seizures (sudden muscle contractions) and grand mal epilepsy (severe muscle contractions which lead to unconsciousness). SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID may also be used to treat epilepsy which does not sufficiently respond to other anticonvulsant drugs, such as epilepsy which is not associated with movements and epilepsy with symptoms affecting perception and deliberate movements. SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID is used to treat both partial seizures (affects only a part of the brain) and generalised seizures (affects the entire brain).

Directions for Use

Take SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID with or 1hour prior food. Swallow SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID a whole with a glass of water, do not chew, or break the tablet. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID.

Side Effects of Epirest 500mg Tablet CR

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Sleepiness
• Drowsiness
• Impaired coordination
• Apathy (lack of interest)
• Hair loss
• Irregular periods
• Weight gain

Similar Drugs

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID may have interaction with pain killers (aspirin), anti-epileptics (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, lamotrigine, felbamate), anti-HIV (zidovudine), anti-depressant (amitriptyline, sertraline), anti-psychotic (quetiapine, olanzapine, risperidone), hormone (levonorgestrel), anti-malarial (mefloquine), antacid (cimetidine), antibiotics (imipenem, meropenem, erythromycin), bile-acid sequestrant (cholestyramine), benzodiazepine (clonazepam, diazepam).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID as it may increase the risk of seizures.

 

PREGNANCY

SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID belongs to pregnancy category D. Avoid taking SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor as it could lead to serious birth defects.

 

DRIVING

SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID causes dizziness, sleepiness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

 

LIVER

SODIUM VALPROATE+VALPROIC ACID should not be used if you have liver problems or your family has a history of liver problems.

KIDNEY

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment.