Valon
Valon Products are primarily used for
Epilepsy, Epilepsy/Seizures, Mania
About Valon Products
Uses of Valon Products
Sodium Valproate is used in the treatment of epilepsy, epilepsy/seizures, mania, Prevention of migraine, migraine, Bipolar disorder, trigeminal neuralgia and seizures.
Valon Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Valon are Dizziness, Hair loss, Weight gain, Tremors, Hypersensitivity, Liver injury, Infection.
How Valon 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 Valon Products
Frequently asked questions about Valon Products
Frequently asked questions about Sodium Valproate
Q. For how long should I take Valon 200mg Tablet CR to cure my epilepsy completely?
Valon 200mg 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 Valon 200mg Tablet CR?
You should not stop taking Valon 200mg 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 Valon 200mg Tablet CR. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?
Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Valon 200mg 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 Valon 200mg Tablet CR affect the working of birth control pills?
Yes, Valon 200mg 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 Valon 200mg 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 Valon 200mg Tablet CR levels in your blood levels.
Q. Is it safe to take Valon 200mg Tablet CR for long term?
Many patients can safely take Valon 200mg Tablet CR for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Valon 200mg Tablet CR may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Valon 200mg Tablet CR for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.
Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Valon 200mg Tablet CR causes hair loss. Is it true?
Valon 200mg 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 Valon 200mg Tablet CR. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.
Products for Valon
Valon 200mg Tablet CR
strip of 10 tablet cr
MRP
₹49.5
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Valon 200mg/5ml Syrup
bottle of 100 ml Syrup
MRP
₹65
Not Available
Valon 300mg Tablet CR
strip of 10 tablet cr
MRP
₹65
Not Available