KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET

KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called 'anticonvulsants' or 'anti-epileptics' primarily used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET is also used to treat mood disorders and migraine. Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In patients with seizures, the typical brain electrical pattern is disrupted by sudden bursts of electrical impulse that affect an individual's consciousness, movements or sensations.
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KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sodium valproate and Valproic acid. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET works by decreasing the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helps in controlling seizures. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET increases the amount of a chemical substance called GABA, this helps block the nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.
 
You are advised to take KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET for 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 headache, sleepiness, drowsiness, impaired coordination, apathy (lack of interest), irregular periods and weight gain. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Do not take KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET if you are pregnant, as it could cause serious congenital disabilities. If you are of child-bearing age, use effective contraception while taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET if you are breastfeeding. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET causes drowsiness and dizziness, so avoid driving unless you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET as it could lead to an increased risk of seizures. Care should be taken while giving KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET to children below 3 years as there is a higher risk of liver intoxication during the first 6 months of treatment.

KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sodium valproate and Valproic acid. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits, mood disorders and to prevent migraine headaches. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain, thereby controlling seizures. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET is used to treat certain forms of epilepsy such as petit mal epilepsy (short-term unconsciousness due to disorder in the brain), myoclonic seizures (sudden muscle contractions) and grand mal epilepsy (severe muscle contractions which lead to unconsciousness). KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET may also be used to treat epilepsy which does not sufficiently respond to other anticonvulsant drugs, such as epilepsy which is not associated with movements and epilepsy with symptoms affecting perception and deliberate movements. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET is used to treat both partial seizures (affects only a part of the brain) and generalised seizures (affects the entire brain).

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Sleepiness
• Drowsiness
• Impaired coordination
• Apathy (lack of interest)
• Hair loss
• Irregular periods
• Weight gain

Do not take KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have/ had liver problems, porphyria (blood disorder) or if you are susceptible to bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have inflammation-like diseases, bone marrow damage or kidney problems. Talk to your doctor if you experience weakness, loss of appetite, lack of interest, recurrence or worsening of seizures, prolonged bleeding or abdominal pain while taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies while taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET. Please do not stop taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET without consulting your doctor to avoid the worsening of seizures. Do not take KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET if you are pregnant, as it could cause serious birth defects. If you are of child-bearing age, use effective contraception while taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET if you are breastfeeding. KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET causes drowsiness and dizziness, so avoid driving unless you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET as it could lead to increased risk of seizures. Care should be taken while giving KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET to children below 3 years as there is a higher risk of liver intoxication during the first 6 months of treatment.

• ASPIRIN
• PHENOBARBITAL
• PHENYTOIN
• PRIMIDONE
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• LAMOTRIGINE
• FELBAMATE
• ZIDOVUDINE
• AMITRIPTYLINE
• SERTRALINE
• QUETIAPINE
• OLANZAPINE
• RISPERIDONE
• LEVONORGESTREL
• MEFLOQUINE
• CIMETIDINE
• IMIPENEM
• MEROPENEM
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• CHOLESTYRAMINE
• CLONAZEPAM
• DIAZEPAM

• Regular monitoring of blood count is advised while taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET as it may cause spontaneous bleeding or bruising.
• Inform your doctor that you are taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET if you are due to have any surgery or dental intervention.
• Consult your doctor if you experience irregular periods while taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET.
• If you are of child-bearing age, use effective contraception while taking KRONOSTAR 200MG TABLET.

• 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 fat and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.
• Exercising regularly helps in maintaining weight and improving overall health. 
• Rest well, and 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; this 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.