Elival
Elival Products are primarily used for
Epilepsy/Seizures, Prevention of migraine, Bipolar disorder
About Elival Products
Uses of Elival Products
Sodium Valproate is used in the treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures, Prevention of migraine and Bipolar disorder.
Elival Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Elival are Headache, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Coordination disorder, Nausea1a, Vomiting, Sleepiness, Hair loss, Weight gain, Tremor, Double vision, Diarrhea, Impaired coordination, Weakness, Stomach pain, Increased appetite.
How Elival Products work
Sodium Valproate is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Elival Products
Frequently asked questions about Elival Products
Frequently asked questions about Sodium Valproate
Q. For how long should I take Elival 300mg Tablet CR to cure my epilepsy completely?
Elival 300mg Tablet CR does not cure your condition, it only prevents the seizures from occurring. Therefore, you will have to keep on taking it, maybe for years. Consult your doctor if you face any problems while taking this medicine.
Q. What happens if I stop taking Elival 300mg Tablet CR?
You should not stop taking Elival 300mg Tablet CR suddenly. It should be discontinued gradually. Stopping it suddenly may increase the chances of recurrence of seizures. Always consult your doctor if you feel the need to stop taking this medicine.
Q. I have gained weight after I started using Elival 300mg Tablet CR. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?
Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Elival 300mg Tablet CR. To control your weight, you should have a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly. Talk to your doctor if you have any other concerns.
Q. Does Elival 300mg Tablet CR affect the working of birth control pills?
Yes, Elival 300mg Tablet CR does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Elival 300mg Tablet CR and seizures may occur. It is important that you inform your doctor that you are using birth control pills. Your doctor will keep a track on your response to the treatment and monitor the Elival 300mg Tablet CR levels in your blood levels.
Q. Is it safe to take Elival 300mg Tablet CR for long term?
Many patients can safely take Elival 300mg Tablet CR for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Elival 300mg Tablet CR may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Elival 300mg Tablet CR for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.
Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Elival 300mg Tablet CR causes hair loss. Is it true?
Elival 300mg Tablet CR may cause thinning of hair, change of hair colour and even hair loss. If you are concerned, talk to your doctor if it is possible to reduce the dose of Elival 300mg Tablet CR. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.
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