Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valpo 300mg Tablet CR is to be taken with food.

Brufen Junior 100mg/5ml Suspension is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat many conditions such as headache, fever, period pain, toothache, colds, and mild arthritis. It is also a common ingredient in many cold and flu remedies.Brufen Junior 100mg/5ml Suspension should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset and reduce side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as it will become less effective if you do.The medicine is well tolerated with little or no side effects. However, it may cause vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion in some people. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.This medicine is widely prescribed and considered safe but is not suitable for everybody. Before you take it, you should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, asthma, blood disorders, or drink a lot of alcohol. Also, tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valpo 300mg Tablet CR is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valpo 300mg Tablet CR.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Valpo 300mg Tablet CR 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 300mg Tablet CR 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 300mg Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Valpo 300mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valpo 300mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Valpo 300mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valpo 300mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Valpo 300mg Tablet CR, 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.

strip of 10 tablet cr

Chemical Class :: Valproic Acid Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS

Prevention of Migraine|Bipolar disorder|Epilepsy/Seizures

Store below 30°C

Q. For how long should I take Valpo 300mg Tablet CR to cure my epilepsy completely?
Valpo 300mg 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 Valpo 300mg Tablet CR?
You should not stop taking Valpo 300mg 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 Valpo 300mg Tablet CR. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?
Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Valpo 300mg 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 Valpo 300mg Tablet CR affect the working of birth control pills?
Yes, Valpo 300mg 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 Valpo 300mg 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 Valpo 300mg Tablet CR levels in your blood levels.

Q. Is it safe to take Valpo 300mg Tablet CR for long term?
Many patients can safely take Valpo 300mg Tablet CR for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Valpo 300mg Tablet CR may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Valpo 300mg Tablet CR for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.

Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Valpo 300mg Tablet CR causes hair loss. Is it true?
Valpo 300mg 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 Valpo 300mg Tablet CR. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

Hair loss
Tremors
Weakness
Infection
Peripheral edema
Headache
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Nausea
Vomiting
Sleepiness
Increased appetite
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Constipation
Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
Weight loss
Breathlessness
Hay fever
Nervousness
Flu-like symptoms