Divaril-XR 250 Tablet

Divaril-XR 250 Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and frequency to effectively control your symptoms. You can take this medicine with or without food, but for the best results, take it at the same time each day. It usually takes a couple of weeks to work. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may trigger seizures, and if you stop, your condition may get worse. It should never be stopped suddenly.

The most common side effects of Divaril-XR 250 Tablet include headache, constipation, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weight gain, rash, back pain, and abdominal pain. Most of these are not serious. Continue taking the medicine, but consult your doctor if these side effects persist or become bothersome. However, if you notice a skin rash or redness, tell your doctor straight away. Long-term treatment with this medicine can cause osteoporosis (reduced bone mass) and increase your risk of breaking a bone. Also, Divaril-XR 250 Tablet may rarely lead to suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If your mood becomes depressed, tell your doctor.

Divaril-XR 250 Tablet may not be suitable for everybody. Before using it, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, kidney or liver disease, difficulty urinating, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Some medicines can interfere with it and should not be taken together, so tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you. If you are pregnant, do not take this medicine without asking your doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it may enhance certain side effects and increase the risk of seizures. You may need frequent blood tests to help your doctor make sure you are taking the right dose both before you start and while you are using it.

• Mania
• Migraine
• Treatment of Bipolar disorder
• Trigeminal neuralgia
• Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
• Seizures
• Epilepsy

• Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor, as missing doses can trigger seizures.
• Take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.
• It can be taken with or without food; however, consider taking it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
• Do not change the brand of your medicine, and make sure that you have a sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
• 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.
• Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor how the medication is affecting your body. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
• Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Divaril-XR 250 Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
• Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
• Do not take Divaril-XR 250 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeed.