VALERIN Tablets（Valproate Sodium）バレリン錠，丙戊酸钠片
Brand name : VALERIN Tablets 100mg
Active ingredient: Sodium valproate
Dosage form: white tablet (φ: 8.1mm, thickness: 4.3mm)
Print on wrapping: バレリン錠, 100mg, P721
Effects of this medicine
This medicine works on central nerve system and increases GABA concentration in the brain in order to control epilepsy seizure. It also improves unstable mood caused by epilepsy as well as suppresses uncontrollable excitation and behavior, and migraine attack.
It is usually used to treat epilepsy of every kinds, character and behavior disorder (bad mood, irritability, etc.) accompanied by epilepsy, mania, and manic-state in bipolar disorder. It also used to suppress migraine attack, however, it should not be used to treat migraine attack which has already developed.
Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist
•If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines.
If you are a patient with hepatopathy or urea cycle disorders.
•If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or possibity pregnant.
•If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)
•Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is <<to be written by a healthcare professional>>
•For epilepsy, mania, and manic-state in bipolar disorder: In general, for adults, take 2-6 tablets (400-1,200mg of the active ingredient) in 2-3 divided doses a day. The dose may be adjusted according to your disease, age and symptoms.
For suppression of migraine attack: In general, for adults, take 2-4 tablets (400-800mg of the active ingredient) in 2-3 divided doses a day. The dose may be adjusted according to your age and symptoms. The daily dosage is restricted to 5 tablets (1,000mg)
Strictly follow the instructions in any case.
•If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never give two doses at one time.
•If you accidentally took more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
•Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
Precautions while taking this medicine
•This medicine may cause sleepiness, diminished attention, loss of concentration, decreased reflex motor capacity, etc. Therefore do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking it.
Possible adverse reactions to this medicine
The most commonly reported adverse reactions include somnolence, nausea, vomiting and rash. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
•generalized fatigability, loss of appetite, nausea [serious hepatopathy]
•flapping tremor, faint consciousness, impaired mind [consciousness disorder accompanied by hyperammonemia]
•anemic condition, generalized fatigability, top-heavy feeling [hemolytic anemia, pure red cell aplasia, pancytopenia, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia]
•bad upper abdominal pain, lumbar backache, fever [acute pancreatitis]
•fever, rash, joint pain [interstitial nephritis, Fanconi's syndrome]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
Storage conditions and other information
•Keep out of the reach of children. Store away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.
•Discard the remainder. Do not store them. |
