Sodium Valproate Tablets

Description

Sodium Valproate Tablets

Sodium Valproate is used to treat fits/epilepsy/seizures. Moreover, Sodium Valproate is also used for treating bipolar disorder and for stopping symptoms of migraine (such as a headache). Epilepsy is a burst of electricity in the brain all of a sudden. In epilepsy, the electrical rhythms of the brain get disturbed, leading to repeated seizures, at times inducing an unconscious condition.

Sodium Valproate has ‘Sodium valproate’ that reduces the excessive and abnormal activity of nerves in the brain. Thus, assists in the management of seizures. Sodium Valproate raises the level of a chemical compound named GABA; this assists in preventing the transmission of nerves through the brain and has a soothing effect. Thus, assists in the treatment of bipolar disorder.

Medical Benefits:-

Sodium Valproate is a category of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics that are used to treat fits (epilepsy). Besides, Sodium Valproate is also utilized for the treatment of bipolar disorder as well as in the prevention of migraine headaches. Sodium Valproate reduces excessive and abnormal activity of the nerve in the brain, thus seizing control. Sodium Valproate is utilized in the treatment of localized (seizures affecting only a segment of the brain) as well as generalized seizures (seizures affecting the whole brain).

Uses of  Sodium valproate:-

Sodium valproate has multiple uses in the medical world. Some of its primary applications include:

Epilepsy:

• Treatment of types of seizures, such as generalized and focal seizures.
• Effective in controlling both partial and tonic-clonic seizures.

Bipolar Disorder:

• Applied as a mood stabilizer in the treatment of manic phase in bipolar disorder.
• Reduces the frequency of mood swings.

Migraine Prophylaxis:

• Used to prevent migraines in people with frequent attacks.

Neuropathic Pain:

• At times utilized off-label in the management of neuropathic pain states.

Other Psychiatric Disorders:

• Utilized in the management of some psychiatric disorders, such as anxiety and aggression.

Side Effects:-

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dry mouth
• Tremors
• Tiredness
• Sleepiness
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Hair loss

Precautions:-

• You have been given Sodium Valproate to treat and prevent fits.
• Take the medicine at the same time every day so that there are always the same amounts in your body.
• Do not drive or perform any activity that requires concentration until you can see how Sodium Valproate works on you.
• Do not drink alcohol while taking Sodium Valproate because it could make you sleep a lot or feel drowsy.
• Check your weight throughout your treatment as Sodium Valproate may lead to weight gain.
• Your doctor will check Sodium Valproate level, blood counts, and liver function regularly during your course. Tell your doctor if you have a fever, abdominal pain, sickness, or yellowing of eyes or skin.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ):-

Q. What is Sodium Valproate used for?

Sodium Valproate is used for the treatment of epilepsy/seizures/fits. It is also used for the treatment of bipolar disorder and the prevention of symptoms of migraine (such as a headache).

Q. How does Sodium Valproate work?

Sodium Valproate reduces the excessive and abnormal nerve firing in the brain. It regulates the brain’s chemical messenger and avoids over-excitement of the brain, thus managing seizure attacks.

Q. Is Sodium Valproate used to treat bipolar disorder?

Sodium Valproate is beneficial to treat manic episodes of bipolar disorder by enhancing the level of a chemical compound called GABA; this prevents nerve transmission throughout the brain and leaves the patient with a soothing feeling.

Q. Does Sodium Valproate affect fertility?

Sodium Valproate may cause fertility problems in women and men. But it can be reversible by stopping Sodium Valproate. In some instances, Sodium Valproate can be a causative factor for male infertility.