Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr

Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr is prescribed to cure epilepsy (seizures) and bipolar disorder. It also helps in treating migraine as it gives a very relaxing effect on the brain. For information regarding dose and duration, you must consult a doctor. It is recommended to consume this medication at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It is important to complete the course of medication, hence one must not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.

Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr is used as monotherapy and adjunctive therapy in the treatment of patients with complex partial seizures that occur either in isolation or in association with other types of seizures. Also, it is helpful as sole and adjunctive therapy of simple and complex absence seizures.

Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr is adjunctively in patients with multiple seizure types that include absence seizures. It is also prescribed to treat patients with mania and migraine. It is also unlabeled used in behavior disorders in patients with Alzheimer's disease.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should exercise caution and must take this drug only after consulting a doctor. Before taking this medication, it is vital to inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications to avoid any interactions. Do not miss the dose and take it as soon as possible. Never take an overdose of this drug as it can cause adverse reactions.

Side effects can occur in some patients such as headache, blurred vision, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, hair loss and diarrhoea. Apart from this, dizziness and sleepiness have also been reported. Please consult your doctor to alter the dose and duration in case these side effects persist for a long time.

Since the drug is likely to cause sleepiness, it is suggested to avoid driving or any task that requires the utmost focus or attention. Limiting the consumption of alcohol during the treatment is also important as it can increase sleepiness. This drug can also increase weight in some patients, hence the doctor recommends taking a balanced diet and exercising regularly.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Epilepsy

• Seizures

• Prevention Of Migraine Attacks

• Bipolar Disorder

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Allergy

• Liver Dysfunction

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Blurred Vision

• Loss Of Appetite

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Sleepiness

• Hair Loss

• Weight Gain

• Tremor

• Double Vision

• Coordination Impaired

• Weakness

• Stomach Pain

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  The use of this drug is not suitable during pregnancy as it can harm the fetus. Please consult your doctor and take all the necessary precautions.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The use of this drug is safe during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor and exercise caution.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is not safe to use by patients having kidney problems. You must discuss with your doctor about your kidney problem before consuming this drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  This drug is not suitable to be consumed by patients having any liver ailment. It is advised to talk with a doctor before consuming it.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  It may differ from person to person. You should consult about it with the doctor to get the suitable dosage prescriptions.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Do not drive after consuming this drug as most of the time, it induces sleepiness or dizziness.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Diovat Xr 500Mg Tablet

  Pulse Pharmaceuticals

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, you may experience some side effects. Therefore, it is advised to take medical help immediately.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  It is advised to not to miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

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• United States

• Japan

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

This medication comes under the class of antiepileptic drugs. It helps control seizures and fits by reducing the excessive and abnormal activity of the nerve cells present in the brain. It causes increased availability of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an inhibitory neurotransmitter, to brain neurons or may enhance the action of GABA or mimic its action at postsynaptic receptor sites.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol should not be consumed if you are taking this medication as the interaction between them can increase the risk of side effects.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  False-positive result for urine ketones .

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Valproic acid may displace clozapine from protein binding site resulting in decreased clozapine serum concentrations.
  • Carbamazepine, lamotrigine, and phenytoin may induce the metabolism of valproic acid; monitor.
  • Valproic acid may increase, decrease, or have no effect on carbamazepine and phenytoin levels.
  • Valproic acid may increase serum concentrations of carbamazepine - epoxide (active metabolite); monitor.
  • Cholestyramine may bind VPA in GI tract; monitor.
  • Clarithromycin, erythromycin, troleandomycin, felbamate, and isoniazid may inhibit the metabolism of VPA; monitor.
  • VPA inhibits the metabolism of lamotrigine; monitor.
  • VPA appears to inhibit the metabolism of nimodipine and phenobarbital; monitor.

• Interaction with Food

  • Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr may cause GI upset; take with a large amount of water or food to decrease GI upset. May need to split doses to avoid GI upset.
  • Food may delay but does not affect the extent of absorption.
  • Coated particles of divalproex sodium may be mixed with semisolid food (eg, applesauce or pudding) in patients having difficulty swallowing; particles should be swallowed and not chewed.
  • Valproate sodium oral solution will generate Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr in carbonated beverages and may cause mouth and throat irritation; do not mix valproate sodium oral solution with carbonated beverages.
  • Milk: No effect on absorption; may take with milk.
  • Sodium: SIADH and water intoxication; monitor fluid status. May need to restrict fluid.

• Ques : I have been taking Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr for a year, and I did not have any episode of seizure during this time. For how long should I take it to cure my epilepsy completely?

  Ans : Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr prevents occurring of the seizure, it doesn’t cure the condition. Hence, the consumption might have to go for years. Consult your doctor in case of any problem while taking the medicine.

• Ques : What happens if I stop taking Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr?

  Ans : Don’t stop taking it suddenly. You should reduce the amount gradually and stop taking it. Discontinuing suddenly might make the seizures recur. Consult your doctor before stopping it.

• Ques : I have gained weight after I started using Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

  Ans : Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr can cause weight gain. Exercise regularly and consume a healthy balanced diet to keep your weight in control. Consult your doctor in case of any other concern.

• Ques : Can I take birth control pills while taking Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr?

  Ans : Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr does not hinder the working of a birth control pill, but contraceptives may react with it and seizures might occur. Inform your doctor before taking the pills and follow his instructions.

• Ques : Is it safe to take Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr for a long term?

  Ans : Consumption of Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr may weaken the bones, increasing their chances to break off easily. Get yourself checked regularly.

• Ques : I am concerned because I have heard that Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr causes hair loss. Is it true?

  Ans : Yes, it may change the hair colour, cause thinning or hair loss. If this happens, consult your doctor and get your dose reduced.

• Ques : Is Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr a habit forming drug?

  Ans : No complaints of addiction have been reported yet.

• Ques : Are there any side effects of Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr other than the common ones?

  Ans : It may cause cosmetic side effects such as increased hair growth on the face, acne and thinning of hair.

• Ques : Are there any tips to prevent seizure?

  Ans :

  • Practice yoga every day.
  • Get enough sleep at nighttime.
  • Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
  • Take your medication on time.

• Ques : What are the storage instructions for Epsoval 500Mg Tablet Xr?

  Ans : They should be stored in a cool and dry place away from the direct sunlight.

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