MAGNESIUM VALPROATE
About MAGNESIUM VALPROATE
MAGNESIUM VALPROATE belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. Additionally, MAGNESIUM VALPROATE also treats bipolar disorder and prevents 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.
The MAGNESIUM VALPROATE contains 'Magnesium valproate', which decreases the brain's excessive and abnormal nerve activity. Thereby helping in controlling seizures. MAGNESIUM VALPROATE increases the amount of a chemical substance called GABA; this helps block nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect. Thereby helping treat bipolar disorder.
Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you or as per the package leaflet. You must keep to your doctor's instructions to get the maximum benefit. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as stomach pain, nausea, 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 MAGNESIUM VALPROATE without consulting your doctor to avoid worsening seizures. Do not take MAGNESIUM VALPROATE if you are pregnant, as it could cause severe congenital disabilities. If you are of childbearing age, use effective contraception while taking MAGNESIUM VALPROATE. Consult your doctor before taking MAGNESIUM VALPROATE if you are breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate machinery as MAGNESIUM VALPROATE causes drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol with MAGNESIUM VALPROATE as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.
Uses of MAGNESIUM VALPROATE
Medicinal Benefits
MAGNESIUM VALPROATE belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy (fits). Additionally, MAGNESIUM VALPROATE also treats bipolar disorder and prevents migraine headaches. MAGNESIUM VALPROATE decreases the brain's excessive and abnormal nerve activity, thereby controlling seizures. MAGNESIUM VALPROATE is used to treat both localized (seizures that affect only a part of the brain) and generalized seizures (seizures that affect the entire brain).
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Side Effects of MAGNESIUM VALPROATE
- Stomach pain
- Feeling or being sick
- Diarrhoea
- Dry or sore mouth
- Swollen gums
- Shakes or tremors
- Unusual eye movements
- Headache
- Weight gain
- Thinning hair
- Changes in the colour or texture of your hair
- Delayed or Irregular periods
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Epilepsy: It is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. It is a disorder of the nervous system which occurs due to disturbed nerve cell activity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures. In patients with seizures, the typical brain electrical pattern is disrupted by sudden electrical impulses that affect an individual's consciousness, movements, or sensations. Seizures are of two types: generalized and partial seizures. Generalized seizures affect the entire brain, whereas partial seizures affect only a part of the brain. Seizures can cause uncontrollable muscle cramps and spasms. More substantial seizures may cause people to become confused or unconscious. Possible causes include high fever, trauma, genetic disorder, brain injury, or stroke.
Bipolar disorder: It is also known as manic depression or bipolar disease, is a mental health disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from manic highs to depressive lows.
Migraine: A migraine is usually a moderate or severe headache felt as a throbbing pain on one side of the head.
FAQs
MAGNESIUM VALPROATE 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 seizure episodes.
MAGNESIUM VALPROATE helps treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA; this helps block nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.
Adults aged 18 and above can take it to prevent migraines. MAGNESIUM VALPROATE limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches. Migraine is a neurological condition that is characterized by intense headaches.
MAGNESIUM VALPROATE may also be effective as an acute treatment option for headaches such as migraines, tension headaches, and cluster headaches. It should, however, only be used under the supervision of a doctor.
MAGNESIUM VALPROATE is safe if taken in the dose and for the term prescribed by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed, and do not miss any doses. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and notify him or her if any of the adverse effects bother you.
