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Sodium Valproate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: DEPAKINE

Strength: 200 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 21.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Sodium Valproate

Class: | Anticonvulsant, Mood Stabilizer Use: | Treatment of epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and prevention of migraine headaches Adult dose: | Initial: 10-15 mg/kg/day; Maintenance: 20-30 mg/kg/day, adjusted based on clinical response and plasma levels Pediatric dose: | Initial: 10-15 mg/kg/day; Maintenance: 20-30 mg/kg/day, adjusted based on clinical response and plasma levels Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, weight gain, hair loss, liver function abnormalit

Drug Class

Anticonvulsant, Mood Stabilizer

Uses & Indications

Treatment of epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and prevention of migraine headaches

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (15-30°C or 59-86°F), protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Sanofi Winthrop Industrie, FRANCE

Package Size

40's Plastic Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 21.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial: 10-15 mg/kg/day; Maintenance: 20-30 mg/kg/day, adjusted based on clinical response and plasma levels

Pediatric Dose

Initial: 10-15 mg/kg/day; Maintenance: 20-30 mg/kg/day, adjusted based on clinical response and plasma levels

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, weight gain, hair loss, liver function abnormalities

Contraindications & Precautions

Hepatic impairment, urea cycle disorders, known hypersensitivity to valproate or any component of the formulation, pregnancy (unless benefits outweigh risks)

Important Warnings

Risk of hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, teratogenic effects, and thrombocytopenia; monitor liver function and platelet counts regularly; use caution in patients with a history of liver disease or bleeding disorders

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Sodium Valproate available in UAE pharmacies:

DEPAKINE 200 mg Tablets DEPAKINE 200 mg/ml Oral Solution DEPAKINE 250 mg/5ml Syrup DEPAKINE 400 mg Powder For Solution For Injection DEPAKINE 400 mg Solution For Injection DEPAKINE 500 mg Tablets DEPAKINE 57.64 mg/ml Syrup EPILOVAR PR 500 mg Prolonged Release Tablets SODIUM VALPROATE AGUETTANT 400 mg Solution For Injection VALOPIN 200 mg Enteric Coated Tablets

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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