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Oriprex 500mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

DIVALPROEX-500MG

Uses:

Epilepsy, bipolar disorder, migraine

Medicinal Benefits:

Oriprex 500mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics. Oriprex 500mg Tablet is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Also, Oriprex 500mg Tablet is used to treat mood disorders and prevent migraine headaches. Oriprex 500mg Tablet decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helping in controlling seizures. Oriprex 500mg Tablet treats mood disorders by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA; this helps block the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect. Oriprex 500mg Tablet prevents migraine headaches by limiting the transmission of nerve pain. Oriprex 500mg Tablet is used alone or in combination to treat simple, complex partial, and complex absence seizures. Oriprex 500mg Tablet is used in combination to treat multiple seizures, such as absence seizures.

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Oriprex 500mg Tablet decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helps in controlling seizures.

Oriprex 500mg Tablet helps to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA, this helps in blocking the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.

Oriprex 500mg Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches. Migraine is a neurological condition which is characterized by intense headaches.

Oriprex 500mg Tablet may interact with aspirin and cause abnormal side-effects. So, it is recommended to take any medication along with Oriprex 500mg Tablet only after consulting a doctor.

Oriprex 500mg Tablet may improve the symptoms of depression. However, do not use it without consulting a doctor as it may also cause mood disturbances and suicidal thoughts in some patients.

Do not discontinue Oriprex 500mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Oriprex 500mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Oriprex 500mg Tablet; your doctor will gradually reduce the dose to avoid worsening seizures.

Oriprex 500mg Tablet may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Maintain a healthy weight by following a healthy diet and exercising regularly.

Oriprex 500mg Tablet may cause thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets). This might increase the risk of bleeding and bruising. Be cautious while using sharp objects. Consult your doctor if you notice unexplained bleeding or bruising. Regular monitoring of blood count is advised while taking Oriprex 500mg Tablet.

Topiramate (anticonvulsant) should not be taken along with Oriprex 500mg Tablet as it may cause hyperammonemia (excess ammonia in the blood), hypothermia (low body temperature) and liver problems.