Divakon 500 MG Tablet

Manufacturer:

Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd

Composition:

Divalproex

Prescription:

Not Required

What are the interactions for Divakon 500 MG Tablet?

At whatever point you take in excess of one medicine, or mix it with specific foods or beverages, you're in danger of a drug interaction. Interaction with Disease Misery Major Divakon 500 MG Tablet ought to be given with alert in the patients with misery and self-destructive considerations. Visit checking of gloom side effects is vital. Portion changes are to be made dependent on the results in the patient. Liver Disease Major Divakon 500 MG Tablet isn't prescribed in patients with liver damage or a family ancestry of liver damage. This hazard is more in youngsters under 2 years old. Liver capacity tests are to be performed before beginning the treatment. Suspend the medicine if any variation from the norm is recognized. Interaction with Alcohol Liquor Moderate Utilization of liquor with this medicine isn't suggested as it expands the danger of side effects like tipsiness, trouble in fixation. Try not to perform exercises that require mental sharpness like driving or working hardware. Interaction with Lab Test Lab Data not accessible. Interaction with Food Sustenance Data not accessible. Interaction with Medicine Lamotrigine Major Divakon 500 MG Tablet may build the centralization of lamotrigine and can cause genuine skin responses. Visit checking of undesired effects like skin rash, seizures, tremors is fundamental. Appropriate portion modifications or a substitute medicine ought to be considered based under the specialist's supervision. Imipenem Major Utilization of these medicines isn't suggested as it expands the convergence of Divakon 500 MG Tablet. A substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition under the specialist's supervision. Warfarin Moderate Divakon 500 MG Tablet ought to be given with alert in patients with warfarin or different anticoagulants as this mix may expand the danger of dying. Visit checking of platelets tally and prothrombin time is essential. Appropriate portion modifications or a substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition under the specialist's supervision. Ethinyl Estradiol Moderate The coveted impact of Divakon 500 MG Tablet won't be watched whenever taken with oral contraceptives. Advise the specialist on the off chance that you are accepting both of the prescriptions. Checking of conduct changes and seizures are vital. A substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical state of the under the specialist's supervision. Metoclopramide Moderate Utilization of Divakon 500 MG Tablet with metoclopramide ought to be kept away from if conceivable. Try not to work substantial hardware in the event that you are utilizing these medicines. Appropriate portion alterations or a substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition under the specialist's supervision.

Where is the Divakon 500 MG Tablet approved?

India

United States

Japan

What are the dosage instructions?

Are there any missed dose instructions?

If you miss a dose of Divakon 500 MG Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Are there any overdose instructions?

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

What are the substitutes for Divakon 500 MG Tablet?

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Divakon 500 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.

Dicorate 500 MG Tablet

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Diporex 500 MG Tablet

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Disorate 500 MG Tablet

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Valkem Od 500 MG Tablet

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Dilpra Od 500 MG Tablet

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Key highlights of Divakon 500 MG Tablet

How long is the duration of effect?

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 1 to 2 days.

What is the onset of action?

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 hours for a delayed release tablet.

Are there any pregnancy warnings?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported

Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

This medicine is recommended only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available. Monitoring of undesired effects like discoloration of eyes and skin is necessary.

What are the side effects of Divakon 500 MG Tablet?

In addition to its intended effect, Divakon 500 MG Tablet may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Diarrhea Major Common

Confusion Major Common

Headache Major Common

Muscle pain Major Common

Unusual tiredness and weakness Major Common

Sleepiness Major Common

Anxiety Major Less Common

Blurred vision Major Less Common

Yellow colored eyes or skin Major Less Common

Weight gain Major Less Common

Acid or sour stomach Minor Common

Skin rash Minor Common

Forgetfulness Minor Common

Irregular menstrual periods Minor Less Common

Ear pain Minor Less Common

What are the contraindications of Divakon 500 MG Tablet?

Allergy

Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to Divakon 500 MG Tablet.

Liver disease

Do not take if you have any liver injury or a family history of liver injury.

Urea cycle disorders

Do not use in patients with urea cycle disorder (high ammonium levels in the blood) or family history of urea cycle disorder.

Mitochondrial disorders

Do not use in patients and in children who are suspected to have the mitochondrial disorder (POLG e.g Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome).

When is Divakon 500 MG Tablet prescribed?

Epilepsy

Divakon 500 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Epilepsy which is a brain disorder that causes repeated seizures. Uncontrolled jerking movements and loss of consciousness are some of the symptoms of Epilepsy.

Mania

Divakon 500 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of mania which is a mental disorder characterized by hyperactivity and racing thoughts.

Migraine Prophylaxis

Divakon 500 MG Tablet is used as prophylaxis in migraine headaches characterized by severe headache, eye pain, nausea and vomiting.

About Divakon 500 MG Tablet

Divakon 500 MG Tablet is an anticonvulsant that is used to control seizures and migraine headaches. Take this medicine at the same time regularly. Do not take this medicine if you have are suffering from impaired liver function.

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