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Valprolex is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Valprolex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Valprolex 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Valprolex safe for pregnant women?
Valprolex has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Valprolex without medical advice.
Is the use of Valprolex safe during breastfeeding?
Valprolex may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Valprolex on the Kidneys?
Valprolex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valprolex on the Liver?
Side effects of Valprolex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Valprolex on the Heart?
Valprolex is completely safe for the heart.
Valprolex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valprolex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valprolex habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Valprolex is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Valprolex
Taking Valprolex with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valprolex
Taking alcohol with Valprolex can be dangerous.
Ideally, Valprolex can be taken once or twice daily or advice by the doctor. It has to be taken with food to avoid the stomach upset. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Valprolex works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) by inhibiting the enzymes which are responsible for the catabolism of GABA. It also exerts effect altering the sodium channel in the brain. It also works by stabilizing the potassium channel and cause a direct membrane-stabilizing effect. Thus, providing relief from the seizure and mania associated with bipolar disorder.
Yes, Valprolex causes low blood pressure (hypotension) in the patients who are taking it. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you are experiencing dizziness or lightheadedness which is a symptom of low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult with your doctor.
No, Valprolex is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. This is for your own good as it can cause very unpleasant side effects.
No. Valprolex Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine own your own can cause unintended side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depakene (valproic acid)
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 417-418
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Stavzor (valproic acid)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depakene (valproic acid)