Valpo Ven 100mg Injection is used for the treatment of epilepsy (seizures). It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Valpo Ven 100mg Injection can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include skin rashes, headache, feeling or being sick, difficulty sleeping, dizziness and feeling sleepy or drowsy. Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Long-term treatment can cause weakness in your bones (osteoporosis), increasing your risk of breaking a bone.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression or suicidal thoughts. Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, Valpo Ven 100mg Injection can be taken if it is clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.
Valpo Ven 100mg Injection is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It is given by your healthcare provider and should not be self-administered. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
Side effects of Valpo Ven 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 Valpo Ven
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Sleepiness
Hair loss
Weight gain
Tremors
Double vision
Weakness
Stomach pain
Increased appetite
How to use Valpo Ven Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Valpo Ven Injection works
Valpo Ven 100mg 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
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valpo Ven 100mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valpo Ven 100mg 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valpo Ven 100mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Valpo Ven 100mg 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
Valpo Ven 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valpo Ven 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Valpo Ven 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valpo Ven 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Valpo Ven Injection?
If you miss a dose of Valpo Ven 100mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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I m taking 1.5gm sodium valporate,1.5 levectram, 1gm clobezam then also seizure r their at period of weekly is there alternate treatment in Ayurveda as every time at multiplying the doses at every visit As MRI eeg every tests r normal
Dr. M. K. Ansari
Neurology
not aware of any ayurvedic medications for epilepsy is not my specialization. However you seems to have difficult to control (intractable) seizures plz follow doctors advice deligently for ur own welfare
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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.
Hi I am suffering from epilepsy from the past 1.5 years but before that I have no issues with my health the symptoms are I will get vomiting sensation from evening & heavy body pains & fits will comes only in early morning from 4 & 5 am i will get un concious for about 20 or 30 minutes & I will bite my tongue & after that I will have heavy nerve pains for a day or two from 5 days I am taking encorte 500 tablets between day & night before that I used to take homeopathy treatment
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder (neurological disorder) in which nerve cell activity in the brain becomes disrupted, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and sometimes loss of consciousness. Medicines for epilepsy are initially recommended for at least 3 years of seizure free interval but may continue longer depending on recurrence. Epileptic patient needs to carry a warning card or a medical emergency bracelet with identification details, his/ her epilepsy status and what people can do if fit occurs in public place.
3-4 attack of strokes in 3 yrs nothing found in CT scan & EEG.these tests are done again after 3 months. But nothing found. Doctors prescribed me Oxetol 450 mg.doctor say course of medicine is 2-3 yrs.I drink and smoke addicted to drug I don't understand if the test show nothing then why strokes happens to me?
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
is it stroke or epilepsy; as u are on medicine for epilepsy
I am Epilepsy peshent said u take tab Phen Phen 50 up to 3 to 5 years
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder (neurological disorder) in which nerve cell activity in the brain becomes disrupted, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and sometimes loss of consciousness. Medicines for epilepsy are initially recommended for at least 3 years of seizure free interval but may continue longer depending on recurrence. Epileptic patient needs to carry a warning card or a medical emergency bracelet with identification details, his/ her epilepsy status and what people can do if fit occurs in public place.
Valpo Ven 100mg Injection is administered by or under the supervision of a healthcare professional or a doctor and should never be self-administered. It may be given slowly into a vein (intravenously) or by infusion using a separate intravenous line in normal saline, dextrose 5%, or dextrose saline. The dose depends on the individual’s age and body weight. Each vial of Valpo Ven 100mg Injection is for single-dose injection only and should be discarded after use.
Q. I have gained weight after I started using Valpo Ven 100mg Injection. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?
Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Valpo Ven 100mg Injection. 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 Valpo Ven 100mg Injection affect the working of birth control pills?
Yes, Valpo Ven 100mg Injection does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Valpo Ven 100mg Injection 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 Valpo Ven 100mg Injection levels in your blood levels.
Q. Is it safe to take Valpo Ven 100mg Injection for long term?
Many patients can safely take Valpo Ven 100mg Injection for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Valpo Ven 100mg Injection may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Valpo Ven 100mg Injection for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.
Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Valpo Ven 100mg Injection causes hair loss. Is it true?
Valpo Ven 100mg Injection 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 Valpo Ven 100mg Injection. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.
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