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Valprolex Chrono 300Cr 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.
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Is the use of Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet 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 Chrono 300Cr Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Valprolex may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet on the Kidneys?
Valprolex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Valprolex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet on the Heart?
Valprolex is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet
Taking Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet
Taking alcohol with Valprolex Chrono 300Cr Tablet 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depakene (valproic acid)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 417-418
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1243-1245
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)
