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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 2:49 PM IST
Soval Syrup is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, it is also used to treat bipolar disorder and prevent symptoms of migraine (like a headache). It contains Sodium valproate, which decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby, helps in controlling seizures. It helps block the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, tremors, tiredness, sleepiness, headache, weight gain, and hair loss. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Shine Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Soval Syrup

Soval Syrup is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, Soval Syrup is also used to treat bipolar disorder and prevent symptoms of migraine (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. 
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Soval Syrup contains 'Sodium valproate', which decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helps in controlling seizures. Soval Syrup 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. 
 
You can take Soval Syrup with or without food. You are advised to take Soval Syrup 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 stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, tremors, tiredness, sleepiness, headache, weight gain, and hair loss. 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 Soval Syrup without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening of seizures. Contact your doctor if your child gets her first period whilst on treatment with Soval Syrup . Do not take Soval Syrup if you are pregnant, as it could cause serious congenital disabilities. If you are of childbearing age, use effective contraception while taking Soval Syrup . Consult your doctor before taking Soval Syrup if you are breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate machinery as Soval Syrup may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Soval Syrup as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness.

Uses of Soval Syrup

Treatment of Epilepsy, Bipolar Disorder, Migraine.

Medicinal Benefits

Soval Syrup belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy (fits). Additionally, Soval Syrup is also used to treat bipolar disorder and prevent migraine headaches. Soval Syrup decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby controlling seizures. Soval Syrup is used to treat both localized (seizures which affect only a part of the brain) and generalized seizures (seizures which affect the entire brain).

Side Effects of Soval Syrup

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

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not chew or break the tablet/capsule. Oral solution: Take the prescribed dose/quantity by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe; shake the pack well before each use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Soval Syrup if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have liver problems, porphyria, urine-related problems (like urea cycle disorder), diabetes, immune system disorder or kidney problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies while taking Soval Syrup . Contact your doctor if your child gets her first period during the treatment with Soval Syrup . Do not take Soval Syrup if you are pregnant unless prescribed by the doctor as it is pregnancy category C medicine and can cause serious congenital disabilities. Consult your doctor before taking Soval Syrup if you are breastfeeding. Soval Syrup may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Soval Syrup as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. 

Therapeutic Class

ANTICONVULSANT

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

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

  • Atkins diet (high fat 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 stress, decrease pain sensitivity and improves coping skills.

  • Have a seizure response plan that helps those around you know what to do.

  • Prepare your living area; small changes may help in reducing 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.

Habit Forming

No

How Soval Syrup Works

Soval Syrup contains 'Sodium valproate', which decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helps in controlling seizures. Soval Syrup 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.

What if I have taken an overdose of Soval Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Soval Syrup as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include headache, dizziness, confusion, memory loss, tiredness, feeling sick or being sick, blurred vision due to pupil of the eye becoming smaller, poor reflexes, weak or floppy muscles, fits, loss of consciousness, behavioural changes and breathing difficulties such as fast breathing, shortness of breath or chest pain. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Soval Syrup as it may cause increased dizziness and sleepiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Soval Syrup belongs to pregnancy category D. Avoid taking Soval Syrup if you are pregnant as it could lead to serious birth defects.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Soval Syrup may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking Soval Syrup if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Soval Syrup causes dizziness, sleepiness and tiredness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Unsafe

Soval Syrup should not be used if you have liver problems or your family has a history of liver problems. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Soval Syrup can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. The dose will be adjusted by the doctor depending upon the child's body weight.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

308-310 Dwarkesh Complex, Sun Pharma Road, Po:Atladra, Vadodara-390 012., Gujarat, India.
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FAQs

Soval Syrup is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, it is also used to treat bipolar disorder and prevent symptoms of migraine (like a headache).
Soval Syrup decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. It balances the brain's chemical messenger and prevents overactivity of the brain, thereby controlling seizures episodes.
Soval Syrup helps to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA; this helps in blocking the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.
Soval Syrup limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby prevents migraine headache. Migraine is a neurological condition which is characterized by intense headaches.
Do not discontinue Soval Syrup without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Soval Syrup for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Soval Syrup ; your doctor will reduce the dose gradually to avoid worsening of seizures.
Birth-control pills like oestrogen-containing products may affect the way Soval Syrup works. It is better to consult the doctor if you are using birth control pills to avoid pregnancy.
Soval Syrup may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Maintain a healthy weight by following a proper diet and exercising regularly.
Soval Syrup might cause fertility issues in both men and women. However, it can be reversible upon discontinuation of Soval Syrup . In rare cases, Soval Syrup can be a contributing factor in male infertility.
Limit caffeine intake, avoid smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drink water regularly, and chew sugar-free gum/candy might prevent dry mouth.
Soval Syrup may change the results of liver enzymes, and urine and blood tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Soval Syrup .
Store Soval Syrup at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Soval Syrup may cause side effects like stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, tremors, tiredness, sleepiness, headache, weight gain, and hair loss. 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.
No, avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Soval Syrup as it may cause increased dizziness and sleepiness.
Yes, Soval Syrup causes dizziness, sleepiness and tiredness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Soval Syrup will not be more effective and may cause unpleasant side effects. Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Soval Syrup as it may cause an overdose.

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