DICORATE ER 1gm Tablet

dicorate er 1gm Tablet is a medicine used to treat epilepsy. It helps prevent and control seizures (fits). It is also used in the prevention of migraines. Occasionally, it may also be used to treat bipolar disorder.

dicorate er 1gm Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms.

You can take this medicine with or without food but take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit.

It usually takes a couple of weeks to work. It is important to take this medicine regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well. Missing doses may trigger seizures and, if you stop, your condition may get worse. It should never be stopped suddenly.

This medicine’s most common side effects include headache, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, and unsteadiness. Most of these are not serious. Keep taking the medicine but talk to your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

However, if you notice a skin rash or redness, tell your doctor straight away. Long-term treatment with this medicine can cause osteoporosis (reduced bone mass) and increase your risk of breaking a bone. Also, dicorate er 1gm Tablet may rarely lead to suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If your mood becomes depressed, tell your doctor.

This medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before using it, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, kidney or liver disease, difficulty urinating, depression, or suicidal thoughts.

Many other medicines can interfere with it and some should not be taken together so tell your doctor all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe. If you are pregnant, do not start or stop taking this medicine without asking your doctor.

Drinking alcohol should be avoided as it can increase some of the side effects and can also increase your risk of seizures. You may need frequent blood tests to help your doctor make sure you are taking the right dose both before you start and while you are using it.

Divalproex Sodium is sold under several trade names such as dicorate er 1gm (made by Sun Pharma). It is an anti convulsant medication that affects certain body chemicals that can cause seizures.

It is prescribed for the treatment of various types of seizure disorders. Divalproex Sodium is often used in combination with other anti convulsant or anti seizure medications. Read more:

USES OF THE DRUG:

dicorate er 1gm  is an effective medication in the treatment and control of seizures in patients with epilepsy. It is also used to treat bipolar disorder and neuropathic pain. dicorate er 1gm is also effective in epilepsy and generalized-clonic and partial seizures.

Divalproex Sodium may also be used for treatment not mentioned here.

BENEFITS OF DICORATE TABLET ER

WORKING OF THE DRUG:

The drug contains Divalproex Sodium as an active ingredient which blocks the voltage dependent sodium and calcium channels and increases the concentration of neurotransmitters.

It reduces the neurons hyperactivity and restores the normal balance in brain. It decreases the pain induced by neurons. It is a second line treatment for bipolar and manic disorder.

MANUFACTURER:

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DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

The drug is available in the form of tablet under the following brand name and strength on our website:

Dicorate ER 1000 mg
Dicorate ER 125 mg
Dicorate ER 250 mg
Dicorate ER 500 mg
Dicorate ER 750 mg
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DO NOT USE THIS DRUG IF YOU:

Are allergic to this active ingredient Divalproex Sodium or any other ingredient of the drug
Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant
Are breastfeeding as the drug may pass into the breast milk

TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

Have high blood pressure
Have past episodes of depression or suicidal thoughts
Have a history of seizures
Have the condition of vertigo or very fast heart beat
Have diabetes history
Have allergy to other anticonvulsant drugs

HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

dicorate er 1gm or Extended release tablets are for once a day oral administration and take Divalproex Sodium strictly according to your doctor’s direction or according to the instructions on the medication label.

Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Your doctor may occasionally change the dosage over several weeks or months to ensure proper treatment. Follow your doctor’s directions properly. Also, do not take this medication after the prescribed period is over. click here

HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

Take Divalproex Sodium anti convulsant medication strictly according to your doctor’s direction or according to the instructions on the medication label.

Avoid crushing, breaking, or chewing a Divalproex extended release (ER) tablet as doing so may lead to too much of the medicine to be release at once. Instead swallow it whole. You must ensure to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication.

Always store Divalproex Sodium anti convulsant medication in a cool and dry place. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Your doctor may occasionally change the dosage over several weeks or months to ensure proper treatment. Follow your doctor’s directions properly.

Always store Divalproex Sodium medication in a cool and dry place, away from heat and moisture.

FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

Avoid stopping Divalproex Sodium medication suddenly without the advice of your doctor, even if you feel alright. Your condition may become worse with increased seizures if you stop this medication suddenly.

OVERDOSE:

If overdose, talk to doctor or Poisons information center for advice. Take medical help as soon as possible. Overdose may lead to blurred vision, co-ordination problems, increased seizures, light headedness, or fainting.

MISS DOSE:

If you miss a dose of Divalproex Sodium, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is almost up. Taking multiple doses near to each other can lead to excess medication in your body which can be dangerous.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DICORATE ER 1GM:

SERIOUS

Red or purple spots on your skin, bruising, bleeding from your mouth, teeth or nose (low blood count)|
Feeling tired and changes in mental status
Low body temperature (hypothermia)
Fever, skin rash, hives, sores in your mouth, blistering and peeling of your skin, swelling of your lymph nodes, swelling of your face, eyes, lips, tongue, or throat, trouble swallowing or breathing.
Drowsiness or sleepiness (elderly)

COMMON

Nausea, vomiting
Headache
Weakness
Tremor
Stomach pain
Blurry vision and double vision
Diarrhea
Increased appetite, loss of appetite
Weight gain
Hair loss
Problems with walking or coordination

COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

Some sleep inducing medications like cold or cough medicines, narcotic pain killers, sleeping pills, anti depressants or muscle relaxers can add to the sleepiness caused due to Divalproex Sodium. Let your doctor know in advance if you use any of these medicines.

Also inform your doctor if you use any of these potentially interacting (with Divalproex Sodium) medications: Topiramate, a blood thinner such as warfarin, tolbutamide, aspirin or acetaminophen, clozapine, diazepam, ethosuximide, meropenem, or rifampin.

The list of drugs mentioned here in this guide is not a complete list of interacting medications (with Divalproex Sodium). There may be others as well. Share the list of all present medications which you may be using with your doctor. Never start a new medication on your own.

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

dicorate er 1gm Sodium usage may lead to suicidal thoughts. You must notify your doctor about any new or deteriorating symptoms like mood or behavior changes, depression, anxiety, suicidal or self hurting thoughts, increased agitation, hostility, restlessness, hyperactivity (mentally or physically).

Also avoid alcohol consumption as alcohol increases the risk of side effects of Divalproex Sodium. Grapefruit and its products are also not recommended.

Always store Divalproex Sodium medication in a cool and dry place, away from any kind of heat and moisture. Ensure that children or pets do not have access to this medication.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

dicorate er 1gm Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

dicorate er 1gm Tablet 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

dicorate er 1gm Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

dicorate er 1gm Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

dicorate er 1gm Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of dicorate er 1gm Tablet is recommended.

Liver

UNSAFE

dicorate er 1gm Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.