Valkem-OD 500 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 Valkem-OD 500 Tablet
Valkem-OD 500 Tablet belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. In addition, Valkem-OD 500 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.
Valkem-OD 500 Tablet contains Valproic acid, which reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Valkem-OD 500 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. Valkem-OD 500 Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.
Valkem-OD 500 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 Valkem-OD 500 Tablet . If you are pregnant, do not take Valkem-OD 500 Tablet because it may cause serious congenital defects. Use effective contraception if you are of childbearing age while taking Valkem-OD 500 Tablet . If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Valkem-OD 500 Tablet . As Valkem-OD 500 Tablet causes sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid drinking alcohol with Valkem-OD 500 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 Valkem-OD 500 Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Valkem-OD 500 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. Valkem-OD 500 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. Valkem-OD 500 Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.
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Before taking the Valkem-OD 500 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 Valkem-OD 500 Tablet . Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while receiving a Valkem-OD 500 Tablet . Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. You must not drive or operate machinery while receiving Valkem-OD 500 Tablet .
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Alcohol
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Do not consume alcohol while taking Valkem-OD 500 Tablet as alcohol can worsen the side effects of the Valkem-OD 500 Tablet , including sleepiness and dizziness.
Pregnancy
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Valkem-OD 500 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 Valkem-OD 500 Tablet .
Breast Feeding
Caution
Valkem-OD 500 Tablet passes into breast milk and may harm your infant. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Valkem-OD 500 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
Valkem-OD 500 Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or tired after taking Valkem-OD 500 Tablet .
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Caution
Inform your doctor before receiving the Valkem-OD 500 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 Valkem-OD 500 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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