Encorate 500 Tablet

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Product introduction

Encorate 500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-epileptics. It is used to treat conditions such as epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It works by preventing extreme mood swings and abnormal brain signals that trigger seizures (fits). It also helps in the prevention of migraines.

Encorate 500 Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include skin rashes, headache, feeling or being sick, difficulty sleeping, dizziness and feeling sleepy or drowsy. 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, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, Encorate 500 Tablet can be taken if it is clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.


Benefits of Encorate Tablet

In Bipolar disorder

Encorate 500 Tablet works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your brain. It can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of low mood. It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to. You should continue to eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder.

In Epilepsy/Seizures

Encorate 500 Tablet 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 must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side effects of Encorate Tablet

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

  • Hair loss
  • Tremors
  • Weakness
  • Infection
  • Peripheral edema
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Sleepiness
  • Increased appetite
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
  • Weight loss
  • Breathlessness
  • Hay fever
  • Nervousness
  • Flu-like symptoms

How to use Encorate Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Encorate 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Encorate Tablet works

Encorate 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Encorate 500 Tablet 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Encorate 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Encorate 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Encorate 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Encorate 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Encorate 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Encorate 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Encorate Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Encorate 500 Tablet, 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.

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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- Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs)

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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Sodium Valproate may raise blood levels of the active form of Quetiapine. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your liver function.
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Patient concerns

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?? ???? ?????? ?? ?????? ?? ?? ??? encorate Charon 200 500 tablet use krta hu kya iska koi solution h Jisse main completely thk ho jau
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Epilepsy requires regular treatment with anticonvulsants like encorate chrono for at least 3 years of seizure free period after which medicines may be tapered off unless seizures reappear. At present, there are no other effective treatment options.
Hello , I am taking encorate chrono 500(2) .I am suffering from epilepsy. Which toothpaste I shall use.
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Ayurveda
you can use BABA RAMDEV Tooth paste
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FAQs

For how long should I take Encorate 500 Tablet to cure my epilepsy completely?

Encorate 500 Tablet does not cure your condition, it only prevents the seizures from occurring. Therefore, you will have to keep on taking it, maybe for years. Consult your doctor if you face any problems while taking this medicine.

What happens if I stop taking Encorate 500 Tablet?

You should not stop taking Encorate 500 Tablet suddenly. It should be discontinued gradually. Stopping it suddenly may increase the chances of recurrence of seizures. Always consult your doctor if you feel the need to stop taking this medicine.

I have gained weight after I started using Encorate 500 Tablet. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Encorate 500 Tablet. To control your weight, you should have a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly. Talk to your doctor if you have any other concerns.

Does Encorate 500 Tablet affect the working of birth control pills?

Yes, Encorate 500 Tablet does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Encorate 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet levels in your blood levels.

Is it safe to take Encorate 500 Tablet for long term?

Many patients can safely take Encorate 500 Tablet for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Encorate 500 Tablet may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Encorate 500 Tablet for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.

I am concerned because I have heard that Encorate 500 Tablet causes hair loss. Is it true?

Encorate 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

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Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: May, 2026

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