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Divalrex-500mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
Divalrex-500mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

VALPROIC ACID-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Knoll Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Divalrex-500mg Tablet

Divalrex-500mg Tablet belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. In addition, Divalrex-500mg Tablet also treats manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. Besides this, it can also prevent migraine symptoms (like a headache). Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures, sometimes leading to an unconscious state.

Divalrex-500mg Tablet contains Valproic acid, which reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Divalrex-500mg Tablet raises the concentration of a chemical molecule known as GABA, which helps to stop nerve communication across the brain and has a calming effect. This contributes to the treatment of bipolar disorder. Divalrex-500mg Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.

Divalrex-500mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. You may sometimes experience nausea, upset stomach or stomach pain, tremors (shakes), sleepiness, headache, weight gain and thinning hair. Most of these side effects are temporary and will go away on their own. However, if you suffer these adverse effects on a regular basis, you should consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any components present in Divalrex-500mg Tablet . If you are pregnant, do not take Divalrex-500mg Tablet because it may cause serious congenital defects. Use effective contraception if you are of childbearing age while taking Divalrex-500mg Tablet . If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Divalrex-500mg Tablet . As Divalrex-500mg Tablet causes sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid drinking alcohol with Divalrex-500mg Tablet as it may cause dizziness and tiredness. To rule out any negative effects, keep your doctor updated about your health condition and medications.

Uses of Divalrex-500mg Tablet

Epilepsy (fits), Bipolar disorder, Migraine

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Medicinal Benefits

Divalrex-500mg Tablet contains Valproic acid, an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Divalrex-500mg Tablet raises the concentration of a chemical molecule known as GABA, which helps to stop nerve communication across the brain and has a calming effect. This contributes to the treatment of bipolar disorder. Divalrex-500mg Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Divalrex-500mg Tablet
  • Reduce salt intake to minimize fluid buildup.
  • Use compression stockings, sleeves, or gloves.
  • Gently massage the affected area towards the heart.
  • Protect the swollen area from injury and keep it clean.
  • Use lotion or cream to keep the skin moisturized.
  • Do not stand up suddenly. Lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
  • Avoid alcohol and large meals.
  • Drink enough water before standing for long periods.
  • Exercise regularly; however, avoid exercising in extreme heat.
  • Eat small, low-carb meals.
  • Wear compression stockings.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Tachycardia (Fast Heart Rate):
  • Contact your doctor immediately if you're experiencing a fast heart rate, palpitations, or other heart-related symptoms. This is crucial to determine whether the symptoms are related to your medication.
  • Your doctor may need to adjust your medication regimen to alleviate the fast heart rate symptoms. This could involve changing the medication, reducing the dosage, or adding new medications to counteract the side effects.
  • Follow your doctor's advice on monitoring your heart rate and blood pressure. This will help track any changes and ensure your heart rate returns normal.
  • If you experience severe symptoms such as chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath, seek immediate medical attention. These symptoms can indicate a more serious condition that requires prompt treatment.
  • Regular exercise increases nitric oxide, relaxing blood vessels and improving circulation.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption as they can damage blood vessels and worsen vasodilation.
  • Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids such as walnuts, flaxseeds and fatty fish improve cardiovascular health and lower inflammation.
  • Limit the amount of salt in your regular diet.
  • Avoid triggers like alcohol, caffeine, and energy drinks.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps maintain heart health.
  • Follow a nutritious and balanced diet.
  • Hallucination is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control hallucinations. You can share what is being seen with a therapist to know whether they are real or imaginary.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your imagination.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes of hallucinations.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Divalrex-500mg Tablet , let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, plan to have a baby, or are breastfeeding. You should not become pregnant while you are receiving Divalrex-500mg Tablet . Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while receiving a Divalrex-500mg Tablet . Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. You must not drive or operate machinery while receiving Divalrex-500mg Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Sodium ValproateSodium phenylbutyrate
Critical
Sodium ValproateErtapenem
Severe

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Sodium ValproateSodium phenylbutyrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Combining Sodium phenylbutyrate and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can increase ammonia levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sodium phenylbutyrate with Divalrex-500mg Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Sodium ValproateErtapenem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
The combined use of Ertapenem and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can reduce the blood levels of valproic acid.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ertapenem and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like loss of seizure control or changes in behavior, consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
Sodium ValproateKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Ketamine and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can increase side effects and cause respiratory depression.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ketamine and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, excessive sedation, impaired thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how these medications affect you. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
Sodium ValproateDoripenem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Divalrex-500mg Tablet with doripenem can reduce the blood levels of valproic acid.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Doripenam and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, involuntary muscle movements, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Sodium ValproateBuprenorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Using buprenorphine together with Divalrex-500mg Tablet may increase the risk of severe side effects, including respiratory problems and loss of consciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although the administration of buprenorphine alongside Divalrex-500mg Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Sodium ValproateLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Leflunomide and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can increase the risk of causing liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Leflunomide and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Sodium ValproateLithium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Lithium with Divalrex-500mg Tablet can increase the risk irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Lithium and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, and difficulty concentrating. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Sodium ValproateVorinostat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Vorinostat with Divalrex-500mg Tablet can increase the risk of unusual bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Vorinostat and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness, consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Sodium ValproateMeropenem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Meropenam and Divalrex-500mg Tablet together can reduce the effect of Divalrex-500mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Meropenam and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Sodium ValproateTeriflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Divalrex-500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Teriflunomide and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can increase the risk of causing liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Teriflunomide and Divalrex-500mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Avoid alcohol while taking these medications, and consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Adolescents and adults are advised to follow the Atkins diet (high fat, low carbohydrate).
  • Exercising on a regular basis aids with weight maintenance and general health.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
  • Meditation and yoga can help reduce stress, reduce pain sensitivity, and increase coping abilities.
  • Have a seizure response plan in place, and make sure everyone around you knows what to do in the event of a seizure.
  • Prepare your living environment; simple changes may help reduce the risk of physical damage during a seizure.
  • Understand what causes seizures and try to reduce or avoid them.
  • Please keep your overall health in mind, as it can aid in the reduction of seizure activity.
  • Install an alarm or an emergency gadget to summon help during a seizure attack.

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Urvashi Bharti

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Sunny S

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:35 AM IST

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FAQs

Divalrex-500mg Tablet decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helping in controlling seizures.

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

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

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

Use an effective method of contraception during the treatment with Divalrex-500mg Tablet . Avoid getting pregnant while taking Divalrex-500mg Tablet as it could lead to serious birth defects. Do not stop taking Divalrex-500mg Tablet and consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant.

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

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • CIMETIDINE
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  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • VENLAFAXINE
  • QUETIAPINE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • MEFLOQUINE
  • CHLOROQUINE

Special Advise

  • Blood and urine tests may be affected by the Divalrex-500mg Tablet . Inform the person conducting the exams that you will be taking Divalrex-500mg Tablet .
  • If you are of childbearing age, utilise effective contraception continuously during your treatment with Divalrex-500mg Tablet .
  • Contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Divalrex-500mg Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Epilepsy: It is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. It is a nervous system disorder that occurs due to disturbed nerve cell activity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures. In patients with seizures, the typical brain electrical pattern is disrupted by sudden electrical impulses that affect an individual's consciousness, movements, or sensations. Seizures are of two types: generalized and partial seizures. Generalized seizures affect the entire brain, whereas partial seizures affect only a part of the brain. Seizures can cause uncontrollable muscle cramps and spasms. More substantial seizures may cause people to become confused or unconscious. Possible causes include high fever, trauma, genetic disorder, brain injury, or stroke.

Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression or bipolar disease, is a mental health disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from manic highs to depressive lows. Symptoms of manic episodes include high energy, loss of touch with reality, and reduced need for sleep. Symptoms of depressive episodes include low motivation, low energy, and loss of interest in daily life.

Migraine: Migraine is a neurological condition that is characterized by intense headaches. A migraine is usually a moderate or severe headache felt as a throbbing pain on one side of the head.

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