EPIVAL 200MG 10TAB

Key Ingredients
Sodium Valproate 200 mg
Storage- Keep it in cool and dry place below 30°C
Consume Type- Oral

Description

EPIVAL 200mg contain Sodium valproate which belongs to a group of medicine called anti-convulsant or anti-epileptic agents. This medicine is used to treat epilepsy (fits) in adults and children. Epilepsy may occur as a result of a genetic disorders or an acquired brain injury such as a trauma or stroke, in which nerve cells activity in the brain is disturbed, causing seizures. It control seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Key Benefits

•  Treat epilepsy (fits) in adults and children

Directions for use

•  It should be taken as directed by your doctor and in the prescribed quantity.
•  Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
•  It would be best if you take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
•  Keep it away from the reach of children
•  Do not use expired medicine.

Safety Information

•  Tell the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
•  If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule..
•  As a precautionary measure, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking
•  Eat healthy food and do regular exercises.
•  It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
•  Monitor your weight during treatment with this medicine as it can cause weight gain.
•  It may cause cosmetic side effects such as increased hair growth on face, acne and thinning of hair. Talk to your doctor if this bothers you.
•  Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
•  Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
•  Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.

Side effects

It is not necessary for everyone to experience the side effects. In case of any discomfort, consult your doctor.

•  Nausea, vomiting, stomachache or diarrhoea
•  Swelling of gums or sore mouth
•  Fainting
•  Hearing loss
•  Double vision
•  Nail and nail bed disorders
•  Skin problems such as rashes
•  hair loss