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Encorate Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Encorate Injection is used for the treatment of epilepsy (seizures). It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Encorate Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better as stopping the medication without talking to the doctor may cause non-stop seizures and can endanger life. Be careful if you are using birth control pills as this medicine may interfere with the working of contraceptives.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, and sleepiness, constipation, and weight gain among 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.
Before 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. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, this medicine can be taken if clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.
Encorate Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better as stopping the medication without talking to the doctor may cause non-stop seizures and can endanger life. Be careful if you are using birth control pills as this medicine may interfere with the working of contraceptives.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, and sleepiness, constipation, and weight gain among 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.
Before 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. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, this medicine can be taken if clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.
Uses of Encorate Injection
Benefits of Encorate Injection
In Epilepsy/Seizures
Encorate Injection is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.
This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It is given by your healthcare provider and should not be self-administered. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It is given by your healthcare provider and should not be self-administered. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
Side effects of Encorate Injection
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
Common side effects of Encorate
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Hair loss
- Weight gain
- Tremors
- Double vision
- Weakness
- Stomach pain
- Increased appetite
How to use Encorate Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Encorate Injection works
Encorate Injection is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Encorate Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Encorate Injection 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
Encorate Injection 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.
Monitor the baby for unusual bruising or bleeding, jaundice and other signs of liver damage.
Driving
UNSAFE
Encorate Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Encorate Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Encorate Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Encorate Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Encorate Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Encorate Injection is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
Use of Encorate Injection is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Encorate Injection?
If you miss a dose of Encorate Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
- Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
- Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Valproic Acid Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Sodium channel modulators (AED)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Encorate with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Encorate Injection
Once A Month
60%
Four Times A *
20%
Once A Day
20%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Encorate Injection for?
Epilepsy
67%
Others
33%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
83%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using Encorate Injection?
Vomiting
50%
Dizziness
50%
How do you take Encorate Injection?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Encorate Injection on price
Not Expensive
50%
Expensive
50%
FAQs
Q. How is Encorate Injection administered?
Encorate Injection is administered by or under the supervision of a healthcare professional or a doctor and should never be self-administered. It may be given slowly into a vein (intravenously) or by infusion using a separate intravenous line in normal saline, dextrose 5%, or dextrose saline. The dose depends on the individual’s age and body weight. Each vial of Encorate Injection is for single-dose injection only and should be discarded after use.
Q. I have gained weight after I started using Encorate Injection. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?
Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Encorate Injection. To control your weight, you should have a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly. Talk to your doctor if you have any other concerns.
Q. Does Encorate Injection affect the working of birth control pills?
Yes, Encorate Injection does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Encorate Injection 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 Encorate Injection levels in your blood levels.
Q. Is it safe to take Encorate Injection for long term?
Many patients can safely take Encorate Injection for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Encorate Injection may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Encorate Injection for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.
Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Encorate Injection causes hair loss. Is it true?
Encorate Injection 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 Encorate Injection. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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