Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Epilepsy, Migraine are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) related warnings talks about Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) 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 |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) safe for pregnant women?
Valance can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Valance on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) on the Kidneys?
Valance rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) on the Liver?
Valance is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Valance for the heart.
Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) habit forming or addictive?
Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15)
You can take Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15)
Consuming Valance OD 500 Tablet PR (15) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Valance may cause depression of the central nervous system by increasing the effects of an inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA.
Yes, Valance can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Always consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Valance 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 its decreased concentration of GABA in the brain. In this way Valance provides Thus, relief from the seizure and mania associated with bipolar disorder.
Yes, Valance 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.
Yes, Valance can cause reversible memory loss. All drugs that depress signaling in the CNS can cause reversible memory loss. If you experience memory loss after taking medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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