Epilex 200mg Tablet
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Active composition
Sodium Valproate 200 mg
How It Works
Sodium Valproate increases GABAergic neurotransmission, stabilizing neuronal excitability and reducing seizure activity.
Medicine Strength
200 mg
Uses & Benefits
Medical applications
Epilex 200mg Tablet contains Sodium Valproate 200mg, an anticonvulsant medication primarily indicated for the management of epilepsy and seizure disorders. It is effective in controlling various types of seizures, including generalized tonic-clonic, absence, and complex partial seizures. Sodium Valproate acts by increasing the availability of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, thereby stabilizing neuronal activity and preventing abnormal electrical discharges.
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Epilex is also utilized in the treatment of bipolar disorder to stabilize mood swings and prevent manic episodes. The tablet should be administered orally, with dosage tailored according to the patient’s clinical condition, age, and response to therapy. Common side effects may include gastrointestinal disturbances, weight gain, tremors, and drowsiness. Serious adverse effects such as hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, and thrombocytopenia, though rare, require immediate medical attention.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests, complete blood count, and serum drug levels is recommended during prolonged therapy. Epilex is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to valproate, hepatic impairment, or urea cycle disorders. Caution is advised during pregnancy due to potential teratogenicity. This medication should be used under strict medical supervision to ensure safety and efficacy.
Dosage & How to Use
Valproic Acid Derivative
Safety Advice
Important precautions
Side effects
Side-effect information is not available for this medicine. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
Epilex 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
High Risk
Pregnancy
Epilex 200mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Medical Advice
Driving
Epilex 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Epilex 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Exercise Caution
Breastfeeding
Epilex 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney
Epilex 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epilex 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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