VALPARIN CHRONO 200 TABLET is a widely used anticonvulsant for the management of epilepsy, bipolar disorder and certain types of migraines. It helps control seizures and stabilizes mood by regulating electrical activity in the brain.

VALPARIN CHRONO 200 TABLET should be taken with food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, weight gain, digestive disturbances, hair loss and skin rashes, nausea, tremor, vomiting, headache, and upper abdominal pain. Consult your doctor if symptoms become worse while taking this medicine. Your doctor may monitor Sodium valproate CR level, blood counts and liver function regularly throughout your management.

This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression or suicidal thoughts. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Also let your doctor know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine including contraceptive pills. Avoid alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects or worsen certain side effects.