Valate 500 Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

Valate 500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anti-epileptics. It is used to treat epilepsy. It works by preventing extreme mood swings and abnormal brain signals that trigger seizures (fits).

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General Information

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Sodium Valproate (500mg)

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Psychotropics India Ltd

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Product introduction

Valate 500 Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. The dose 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 they may get worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include hair fall/loss, loss of smell, 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, Valate 500 Tablet can be taken if it is 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.

Uses of Valate Tablet

Benefits of Valate Tablet

Epilepsy/Seizures
Valate 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.

Bipolar disorder
Valate 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.

Side effects of Valate 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 Valate

Hair loss
Flu-like symptoms
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
Tremors
Weakness
Infection
Peripheral edema

How to use Valate 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. Valate 500 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Valate Tablet works

Valate 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.

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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 a sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures include practicing yoga every day, getting enough sleep at nighttime, limiting the use of screen time, such as mobile/laptop, and taking 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 the 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valate 500 Tablet

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Valate 500 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Valate 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Valate 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Valate 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Valate 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Valate with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Zidovudine (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, abnormal bleeding, mouth ulcers, numbness, impaired coordination, or body aches, and consult your doctor if you experience them.

Severe

Quetiapine (Oral Route)

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

Severe

Bupropion (Oral Route)

Do not consume Bupropion with Sodium Valproate. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Sodium Valproate may raise blood levels of the active form of Bupropion.

Severe

Tetracosactide (Injection Route)

Do not consume Tetracosactide with Sodium Valproate.

Severe

Zidovudine (Injection Route)

Watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, abnormal bleeding, mouth ulcers, numbness, impaired coordination, or body aches, and consult your doctor if you experience them.

Frequently asked questions

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

Valate 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 Valate 500 Tablet?

You should not stop taking Valate 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 Valate 500 Tablet. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Valate 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 Valate 500 Tablet affect the working of birth control pills?

Valate 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 Valate 500 Tablet, and seizures may occur. You must inform your doctor that you are using birth control pills. Your doctor will keep track of your response to the treatment and monitor the Valate 500 Tablet levels in your blood.

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

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

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

Valate 500 Tablet may cause thinning of hair, a change of hair color, and even hair loss. If you are concerned, talk to your doctor about whether it is possible to reduce the dose of Valate 500 Tablet. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

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Chemical Class

Methyl- branched fatty acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Sodium Channel Modulators- Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs)

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Name: Psychotropics India Ltd
Address: Plot No -17, Sector – 20A, Faridabad, Haryana – 121001, India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Valate Tablet

Benefits of Valate Tablet

Side effects of Valate Tablet

How to use Valate Tablet

How Valate Tablet works

All substitutes for Valate 500 Tablet

Encorate 500 Tablet

Valparin Alkalets 500 Tablet

Life Call 500mg Tablet

Valproval 500mg Tablet

Navalin 500mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Zidovudine (Oral Route)

Quetiapine (Oral Route)

Bupropion (Oral Route)

Tetracosactide (Injection Route)

Zidovudine (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

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

What happens if I stop taking Valate 500 Tablet?

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

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

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

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

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