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Sodium Valproate,Valproic Acid – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: DEPAKINE CHRONO

Strength: 333 mg,145 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 59.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Sodium Valproate,Valproic Acid

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 serum levels Pediatric dose: | Initial: 10-15 mg/kg/day; Maintenance: 20-30 mg/kg/day, adjusted based on clinical response and serum levels Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, weight gain, hair loss, liver toxicity, pancreatiti

Drug Class

Anticonvulsant, Mood Stabilizer

Uses & Indications

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

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F), protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Sanofi Winthrop Industrie, FRANCE

Package Size

30's Plastic Jar

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 59.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

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

Pediatric Dose

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

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, weight gain, hair loss, liver toxicity, pancreatitis

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to valproate, liver disease, urea cycle disorders, pregnancy (unless benefits outweigh risks)

Important Warnings

Risk of hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, teratogenic effects, and thrombocytopenia; monitor liver function and platelet counts regularly

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

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

DEPAKINE CHRONO 333 mg,145 mg Tablets EPILOVAR PR 333 mg,145 mg Prolonged Release Tablets SODIUM VALPROATE MYLAN 333 mg,145 mg Tablets VILAPRO CHRONO 333 mg,145 mg Prolonged Release 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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