DIMORIL-500 ER
MRP: 1,600
Packaging: 10X10
Pack Type: tablet
Composition:
Divalproex Sodium 500mg ER
Indication:
Divalproex sodium is sometimes used together with other seizure medications. Divalproex sodium is also used to treat manic episodes related to bipolar disorder (manic depression), and to prevent migraine headaches.
Description:
Divalproex Sodium 500 mg ER is an extended-release antiepileptic and mood-stabilizing medication used in the treatment of epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and migraine prophylaxis. It works by increasing brain levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that helps calm nerve activity.
The ER (extended-release) formulation allows for once-daily dosing, improving compliance and minimizing fluctuations in drug levels.
Tags:
- Controls generalized and partial seizures
- Stabilizes mood in bipolar disorder
- Reduces frequency and intensity of migraines
- Extended-release for better tolerability and less frequent dosing
- Suitable for long-term management
Usage Information
Dosage
Usual adult dose: 500 mg once daily, may be increased based on condition Swallow whole; do not crush or chew Can be taken with food to reduce stomach upset Dosage adjustments may be needed based on blood levels and clinical response
Side Effects
Common: Nausea, vomiting Weight gain Drowsiness, tremors Hair thinning Abdominal pain Serious (seek medical help): Liver dysfunction (especially in children) Pancreatitis Blood disorders Severe allergic reactions
Contraindications
Liver disease or hepatic dysfunction Known urea cycle disorders Allergy to valproate or derivatives Pregnancy (unless no alternatives and benefits outweigh risks) History of pancreatitis or severe blood disorders
Availability
Divalproex Sodium 500mg ER, extended-release valproate, epilepsy treatment, bipolar disorder medication, migraine prevention tablet, mood stabilizer