Zenporate
Zenporate Products are primarily used for
Epilepsy/Seizures, Prevention of migraine, Bipolar disorder
About Zenporate Products
Uses of Zenporate Products
Sodium Valproate is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures, Prevention of migraine and Bipolar disorder.
Zenporate Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Zenporate are Dizziness, Hair loss, Weight gain, Tremors, Hypersensitivity, Liver injury, Infection.
How Zenporate 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 Zenporate Products
Frequently asked questions about Zenporate Products
Frequently asked questions about Sodium Valproate
Q. For how long should I take Zenporate 200mg Tablet to cure my epilepsy completely?
Zenporate 200mg Tablet 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 Zenporate 200mg Tablet?
You should not stop taking Zenporate 200mg Tablet 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 Zenporate 200mg Tablet. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?
Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Zenporate 200mg Tablet. 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 Zenporate 200mg Tablet affect the working of birth control pills?
Yes, Zenporate 200mg Tablet does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Zenporate 200mg Tablet 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 Zenporate 200mg Tablet levels in your blood levels.
Q. Is it safe to take Zenporate 200mg Tablet for long term?
Many patients can safely take Zenporate 200mg Tablet for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Zenporate 200mg Tablet may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Zenporate 200mg Tablet for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.
Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Zenporate 200mg Tablet causes hair loss. Is it true?
Zenporate 200mg Tablet 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 Zenporate 200mg Tablet. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.
Products for Zenporate
Zenporate 200mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹28.39
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Zenporate 300mg Tablet CR
strip of 10 tablet cr
MRP
₹51
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Zenporate 500mg Tablet CR
strip of 10 tablet cr
MRP
₹75.39
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