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About Valmat 500mg Tablet ER
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, Valmat 500mg Tablet ER is also used to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder and prevent migraines. Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures.
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER contains 'Divalproex', which decreases the brain's excessive and abnormal nerve activity. Thereby helping in controlling seizures. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER increases the amount of a chemical substance called GABA; this helps block the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect. Thereby helping treat bipolar disorder.
Take Valmat 500mg Tablet ER with or without food. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Valmat 500mg Tablet ER for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as abdominal pain, back pain, constipation, diarrhoea, dizziness, nausea, increased appetite, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Please do not stop taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening seizures. Do not take Valmat 500mg Tablet ER if you are pregnant, as it could cause serious birth defects. If you are of childbearing age, use effective contraception while taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER. Consult your doctor before taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER if you are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Valmat 500mg Tablet ER causes dizziness and may affect thinking and motor skills. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Valmat 500mg Tablet ER as it could lead to increased dizziness. Care should be taken while giving Valmat 500mg Tablet ER to children below two years as there is a higher risk of liver intoxication during the first 6months of treatment. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.
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Valmat 500mg Tablet ER belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Also, Valmat 500mg Tablet ER is used to treat mood disorders and prevent migraine headaches. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helping in controlling seizures. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER 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. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER prevents migraine headaches by limiting the transmission of nerve pain. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER is used alone or in combination to treat simple, complex partial, and complex absence seizures. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER is used in combination to treat multiple seizures, such as absence seizures.
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Do not take Valmat 500mg Tablet ER if you are allergic to any of its contents, have/ had liver problems or urea cycle disorders. Inform your doctor before taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER if you have pancreatitis, blood problems or multi-organ hypersensitivity. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies while taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER. Valmat 500mg Tablet ER may cause thrombocytopenia (low blood platelets), hyperammonemia (high levels of ammonia in the blood), hypothermia (low body temperature) and liver problems. Please do not stop taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening of seizures. Do not take Valmat 500mg Tablet ER if you are pregnant, as it could cause serious birth defects. If you are of childbearing age, use effective contraception while taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER. Consult your doctor before taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER if you are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Valmat 500mg Tablet ER causes dizziness and may affect thinking and motor skills. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Valmat 500mg Tablet ER as it could lead to increased dizziness. Care should be taken while giving Valmat 500mg Tablet ER to children below 2 years as there is a higher risk of liver intoxication during the first six months of treatment.
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Valmat 500mg Tablet ER decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helps in controlling seizures.
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER 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.
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches. Migraine is a neurological condition which is characterized by intense headaches.
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER may interact with aspirin and cause abnormal side-effects. So, it is recommended to take any medication along with Valmat 500mg Tablet ER only after consulting a doctor.
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER 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 Valmat 500mg Tablet ER without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Valmat 500mg Tablet ER; your doctor will gradually reduce the dose to avoid worsening seizures.
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Maintain a healthy weight by following a healthy diet and exercising regularly.
Valmat 500mg Tablet ER 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 Valmat 500mg Tablet ER.
Topiramate (anticonvulsant) should not be taken along with Valmat 500mg Tablet ER as it may cause hyperammonemia (excess ammonia in the blood), hypothermia (low body temperature) and liver problems.
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Epilepsy: Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. It is a disorder of the nervous system which 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 bursts of electrical impulse that affect an individual's consciousness, movements or sensations. Seizures are of two types: generalised and partial seizures. Generalised seizures affect the entire brain, whereas partial seizures affect only a part of the brain. Seizures can cause uncontrollable muscle twitches and spasms. Stronger seizures may cause people to become confused or unconscious. Possible causes include high fever, trauma, genetic disorder, brain injury or stroke.
Mood disorder: It is a mental health disorder which mainly affects a person's emotional state. A mood disorder is associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from manic highs to depressive lows.
Migraine: Migraine is a neurological condition which is characterized by intense headaches. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.
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