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Composition :

VALPROIC ACID-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Milimax Health Care Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Maso-CR 500 Tablet

Maso-CR 500 Tablet belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. In addition, Maso-CR 500 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.

Maso-CR 500 Tablet contains Valproic acid, which reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Maso-CR 500 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. Maso-CR 500 Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.

Maso-CR 500 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 Maso-CR 500 Tablet . If you are pregnant, do not take Maso-CR 500 Tablet because it may cause serious congenital defects. Use effective contraception if you are of childbearing age while taking Maso-CR 500 Tablet . If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Maso-CR 500 Tablet . As Maso-CR 500 Tablet causes sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid drinking alcohol with Maso-CR 500 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 Maso-CR 500 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

Maso-CR 500 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. Maso-CR 500 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. Maso-CR 500 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 Maso-CR 500 Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Feeling or being sick
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dry or sore mouth or swollen gums
  • Shakes (tremors) in a part of your body
  • Unusual eye movements
  • Feeling tired or sleepy
  • Headache
  • Weight gain
  • Thinning hair, or changes to the colour or texture of your hair
  • Irregular or delayed periods

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Maso-CR 500 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 Maso-CR 500 Tablet . Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while receiving a Maso-CR 500 Tablet . Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. You must not drive or operate machinery while receiving Maso-CR 500 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DivalproexGlycerol phenylbutyrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Coadministration of Glycerol phenylbutyrate and Maso-CR 500 Tablet can increase ammonia levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Glycerol phenylbutyrate and Maso-CR 500 Tablet together is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken when your doctor advises. If you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, headaches, vomiting, and visual disturbances, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
DivalproexVorinostat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Coadministration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Vorinostat can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Vorinostat, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
DivalproexBuprenorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of buprenorphine with Maso-CR 500 Tablet may increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Buprenorphine with Maso-CR 500 Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience shortness of breath, irregular heart rhythms, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
DivalproexBexarotene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Bexarotene can increase the risk of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Bexarotene can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken when advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or stomach cramps, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DivalproexMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and mipomersen can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and mipomersen can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain, unusual bleeding, weakness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dark urine, pale stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Avoid alcohol consumption, and Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DivalproexLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Lomitapide can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and lomitapide can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, joint pain, unusual bleeding, weakness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dark urine, pale stools, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without the doctor's advice.
DivalproexKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Ketamine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Ketamine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. If you have any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, shortness of breath, or impairment in thinking and motor coordination, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DivalproexKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Coadministration of Ketoconazole and Maso-CR 500 Tablet may increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketoconazole and Maso-CR 500 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dark urine, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DivalproexDoripenem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Doripenem can reduce the blood levels of Maso-CR 500 Tablet sodium and increase the risk of developing seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet with Doripenem can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken when your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
DivalproexMeropenem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Maso-CR 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet and Meropenem can reduce the blood levels of Maso-CR 500 Tablet sodium.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Maso-CR 500 Tablet with Meropenem can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTICONVULSANT

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FAQs

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

Maso-CR 500 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.

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

Maso-CR 500 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 Maso-CR 500 Tablet . Avoid getting pregnant while taking Maso-CR 500 Tablet as it could lead to serious birth defects. Do not stop taking Maso-CR 500 Tablet and consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant.

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

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Special Advise

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