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Encorate Injection

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Product introduction

Encorate Injection is a medicine used to treat seizures, especially when oral medicines cannot be taken. It works by stabilizing brain activity and preventing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. This helps to reduce the frequency and severity of seizures.

Encorate Injection is administered as an injection generally by a doctor or a nurse into a vein (intravenously). The dosage and frequency will depend on various conditions, such as the patient’s age, and response to treatment. To get the most benefit from the medication always follow the dosing schedule your doctor prescribes.


Common side effects of Encorate Injection include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness, diarrhea, and tremors. If you experience these side effects, report them to your doctor, especially if they persist or worsen. To minimize dizziness or drowsiness, avoid sudden movements and get up slowly after sitting or lying down.


Use of Encorate Injection should be avoided in pregnant women as it can cause birth defects. Speak to your doctor about effective birth control while on this medication. Avoid alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it can increase side effects like drowsiness and dizziness. Inform your doctor about any other medications or supplements you are taking, as this medicine can interact with several drugs.


Uses of Encorate Injection

Benefits of Encorate Injection

In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

Encorate Injection helps control seizures by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain, reducing the frequency and severity of seizures. It helps balance chemicals in the brain that transmit nerve signals, preventing abnormal brain activity that leads to seizures. It can be used for a broad range of seizure types, making it versatile for different patients. Additionally, its injectable form is beneficial for those unable to take oral medications, providing rapid intervention in emergencies or during hospitalization.

Side effects of Encorate Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Encorate

  • Headache
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Sleepiness
  • Tremors
  • Low blood platelets
  • Hair loss

How to use Encorate Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Encorate Injection works

Encorate Injection is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Encorate Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Encorate Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Encorate Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Encorate Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Encorate Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Encorate Injection is recommended.
Liver
UNSAFE
Encorate Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Encorate Injection?

Since Encorate Injection is usually given by a healthcare provider, missed doses are uncommon. However, if you miss a scheduled injection, contact your doctor immediately to reschedule.

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Quick tips

  • Alcohol can increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and liver strain. Avoid drinking alcohol during treatment.
  • Encorate Injection can sometimes cause gastrointestinal issues like nausea or diarrhea. Drinking plenty of fluids can help reduce these side effects.
  • Your doctor may schedule regular blood tests to monitor liver function and drug levels in your system. Do not miss these appointments, as they are vital to ensuring the medication is safe for you.
  • Encorate Injection can interact with other medications. Always inform your doctor about any other drugs or supplements you are taking.
  • This medicine can cause drowsiness, so avoid activities that require full alertness, like driving or operating machinery, until you know how it affects you.
  • Even if you start feeling better, never stop receiving Encorate Injection without consulting your doctor, as sudden discontinuation can lead to a return of seizures.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Valproic Acid Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Sodium channel modulators (AED)

Patient concerns

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?? ???? ?????? ?? ?????? ?? ?? ??? encorate Charon 200 500 tablet use krta hu kya iska koi solution h Jisse main completely thk ho jau
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Epilepsy requires regular treatment with anticonvulsants like encorate chrono for at least 3 years of seizure free period after which medicines may be tapered off unless seizures reappear. At present, there are no other effective treatment options.
i feel shivering in my hands. I'm being treated for some mental illness
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
Encorate needs to be reduced
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FAQs

What is Encorate Injection used for?

Encorate Injection is used to control seizures, particularly in individuals with epilepsy. It is typically given when oral medications are not possible or effective.

How is Encorate Injection administered?

Encorate Injection is administered as an injection, usually into a vein (intravenously) by a healthcare professional. The dosage will depend on the medical condition of the patient and response to treatment.

Can I drive or operate machinery while taking Encorate Injection?

Since Encorate Injection can cause drowsiness and dizziness, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medication affects you.

Is Encorate Injection safe during pregnancy?

Encorate Injection carries risks during pregnancy, including birth defects. It is usually not recommended for pregnant women unless no other alternatives are available. Discuss birth control options with your doctor if you're of childbearing age.

How long will I need to take Encorate Injection?

The duration of treatment depends on your condition and how well your seizures are controlled. Your doctor will determine how long you need to continue the injections.

Can I take other medications while on Encorate Injection?

It is important to inform your doctor about all other medications, supplements, or herbal products you are taking, as Encorate Injection can interact with many drugs, affecting their effectiveness or increasing side effects.

What should I avoid while receiving Encorate Injection?

Avoid consuming alcohol as it can worsen side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Follow your doctor's advice regarding other medications and lifestyle changes.

How will my doctor monitor me while I'm on Encorate Injection?

Your doctor may order regular blood tests to monitor liver function and drug levels in your blood, ensuring the medication is safe and effective for you.

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