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Dicorate ER 250 Tablet is used to treat seizures. Besides this, it is also used to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder and prevent migraine symptoms. It contains Valproic acid which works by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It also produces a calming effect and limits the transmission of pain signals. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as nausea, upset stomach, tremors, sleepiness, headache, and weight gain. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Dicorate ER 250 Tablet
Dicorate ER 250 Tablet belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. In addition, Dicorate ER 250 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.
Dicorate ER 250 Tablet contains Valproic acid, which reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Dicorate ER 250 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. Dicorate ER 250 Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.
Dicorate ER 250 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 Dicorate ER 250 Tablet . If you are pregnant, do not take Dicorate ER 250 Tablet because it may cause serious congenital defects. Use effective contraception if you are of childbearing age while taking Dicorate ER 250 Tablet . If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Dicorate ER 250 Tablet . As Dicorate ER 250 Tablet causes sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid drinking alcohol with Dicorate ER 250 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 Dicorate ER 250 Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Dicorate ER 250 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. Dicorate ER 250 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. Dicorate ER 250 Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.
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Drug Warnings
Before taking the Dicorate ER 250 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 Dicorate ER 250 Tablet . Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while receiving a Dicorate ER 250 Tablet . Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. You must not drive or operate machinery while receiving Dicorate ER 250 Tablet .
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Alcohol
Caution
Do not consume alcohol while taking Dicorate ER 250 Tablet as alcohol can worsen the side effects of the Dicorate ER 250 Tablet , including sleepiness and dizziness.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Dicorate ER 250 Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause an increase in the risk of a cleft lip, which is a congenital disability in the unborn baby. If you are a female able to have a baby, you must use an effective method of birth control (contraception) without interruption during your entire treatment with Dicorate ER 250 Tablet .
Breast Feeding
Caution
Dicorate ER 250 Tablet passes into breast milk and may harm your infant. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Dicorate ER 250 Tablet . Breastfed infants are at risk for valproic acid-induced hepatotoxicity, so infants should be monitored for jaundice and other signs of liver damage during maternal therapy.
Driving
Caution
Dicorate ER 250 Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or tired after taking Dicorate ER 250 Tablet .
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Caution
Inform your doctor before receiving the Dicorate ER 250 Tablet if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Extreme caution is recommended in patients with impaired liver function. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Dicorate ER 250 Tablet .
Kidney
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have kidney impairment.
Children
Consult your doctor
Use is not recommended for children less than ten years. Your doctor will decide the dose based on your child's condition if more than ten years.
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