DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET

DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET is also used to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder and to prevent migraine. Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures.

DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET contains 'Divalproex sodium', which decreases the brain's excessive and abnormal nerve activity. Thereby helps in controlling seizures. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET increases the amount of a chemical substance called GABA, this helps block the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect. Thereby helps treat bipolar disorder. 

Take DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET with or without food. You are advised to take DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. 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 DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening of seizures. Do not take DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET if you are pregnant, as it could cause serious birth defects. If you are of childbearing age, use effective contraception while taking DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET if you are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET causes dizziness, and may affect thinking and motor skills. Avoid consuming alcohol along with DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET as it could lead to increased dizziness. Care should be taken while giving DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET to children below 2 years as there is a higher risk of liver intoxication during the first 6 months of treatment. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET is also used to treat mood disorders and to prevent migraine headaches. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helps in controlling seizures. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET treats mood disorder by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA, this helps block the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET prevents migraine headaches by limiting the transmission of nerve pain. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET is used alone or in combination to treat simple seizures, complex partial seizures and complex absence seizures. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET is used in combination to treat multiple seizures, such as absence seizures.

• Abdominal pain
• Back pain
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Increased appetite
• Vomiting
• Vision problems
• Weight changes
• Problems with walking or coordination

Do not take DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents, have/ had liver problems or urea cycle disorders. Inform your doctor before taking DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET if you have pancreatitis, blood problems or multi-organ hypersensitivity. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendency while taking DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET. DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET 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 DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening of seizures. Do not take DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET if you are pregnant as it could cause serious birth defects. If you are of child-bearing age, use effective contraception while taking DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET if you are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET causes dizziness and may affect thinking and motor skills. Avoid consuming alcohol along with DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET as it could lead to increased dizziness. Care should be taken while giving DIVAXEE OD 750MG TABLET to children below 2years as there is a higher risk of liver intoxication during the first 6months of treatment.

• A ketogenic diet (low in carbohydrates and high in fats) is recommended for children with epilepsy. This diet helps in utilising fat instead of glucose for the generation of energy.

• Atkins diet (high fay and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.

• Exercising regularly helps in maintaining weight and improving overall health. 

• Rest well, get plenty of sleep.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

• Meditation and yoga can help lower the stress, decrease pain sensitivity and improves coping skills.

• Have a seizure response plan, help those around you know what to do.

• Prepare your living area, small changes may reduce the risk of physical injury during a seizure.

• Understand what triggers seizures and try reducing or avoiding them.

• Please pay attention to overall health as it can help in reducing seizure activity.

• Install an alarm or emergency device to get assistance during a seizure attack.