Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid
Information about Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid
Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid Uses
Sodium Valproate+Valproic Acid is used in the treatment of epilepsy.
How Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid works
Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid is a combination of two antiepileptic medicines: Sodium Valproate and Valproic Acid. They work together to control seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common side effects of Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid
Weight gain, Sleepiness, Tremors, Liver injury, Dizziness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Hypersensitivity, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Deafness, Urinary incontinence, Decreased sodium level in blood, Pain during periods
Available Medicine for Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid
Encorate ChronoSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹40 to ₹1735 variant(s)
ValprolIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹26 to ₹23414 variant(s)
ValparinSanofi India Ltd
₹38 to ₹1457 variant(s)
EpilexAbbott
₹32 to ₹1459 variant(s)
Torvate ChronoTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹37 to ₹793 variant(s)
ValgressLa Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹35 to ₹1033 variant(s)
ValpridMicro Labs Ltd
₹56 to ₹1134 variant(s)
ValtecCipla Ltd
₹25 to ₹1036 variant(s)
Soval ChronoShine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹37 to ₹1033 variant(s)
ValrateIpca Laboratories Ltd
₹40 to ₹723 variant(s)
Expert advice for Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid
- You have been prescribed Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid for treatment and prevention of seizures.
- Take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Monitor your weight during the treatment as Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid can cause weight gain.
- Your doctor may monitor Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid level, blood counts and liver function regularly throughout your treatment. Inform your doctor if you develop fever, stomach pain, nausea or yellowing of your eyes or skin.
- Do not take Sodium Valproate + Valproic Acid if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.