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Valparex 500 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Other than this, Valparex 500 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet are Loss of appetite. While these are the most often observed Valparex 500 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Valparex 500 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Valparex 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Valparex 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Valparex 500 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Valparex 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Valparex 500 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Valparex 500 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Valparex 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Valparex 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Valparex. If you are pregnant, do not take Valparex without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Valparex on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Valparex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Valparex is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Valparex without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valparex 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valparex 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Valparex 500 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Valparex 500 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Valparex 500 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Valparex 500 Mg Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Valparex 500 Mg Tablet
You can take Valparex 500 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valparex 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Valparex 500 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Valparex may cause depression of the central nervous system and calms the brain.
Yes, Valparex can cause stomach upset. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Take Valparex as advised by your doctor. Do not take it longer than prescribed. Taking this medicine longer than prescribed can lead to addiction because this is a habit-forming drug.
Yes, Valparex can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. It is a common side effect of antiepileptic medicine. If you observe these unpleasant effects after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Valparex can cause memory loss. All drugs that depress signaling in the CNS can cause memory loss. If you experience memory loss after taking medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
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