Ivalp 250mg Tablet 10

Ivalp 250mg Tablet 10 is used for the following:

• Controlling various types of epileptic seizures

• Managing complex partial seizures

• Treating absence seizures in epilepsy

• Stabilising mood in bipolar disorder

• Managing manic episodes in bipolar disorder

• Preventing migraine headaches

• Reducing the frequency of migraine attacks

• Decreasing the intensity of migraine headaches

• Regulating abnormal brain electrical activity

• Balancing neurotransmitters for mood stabilisation

• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.

• You can take this medicine with or without food.

• Take Ivalp 250mg Tablet 10 at the same time(s) each day to maintain consistent levels in your body.

• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.

• Continue taking this medicine regularly for the full course prescribed by your doctor.

• Never stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor.

Ivalp 250mg Tablet 10 is taken orally.

Ivalp 250mg Tablet 10 contains sodium valproate/valproic acid (250 mg), which works in the body as follows:

• GABA enhancement: Valproic acid increases the levels of a brain chemical called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which helps calm excessive electrical activity in the brain.

• Neuronal stabilisation: It stabilises the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain, preventing them from becoming overexcited and reducing the likelihood of seizures.

• Ion channel regulation: Valproic acid affects certain channels that control the movement of ions (electrically charged particles) in brain cells, which helps prevent the abnormal firing patterns associated with seizures.

• Neurotransmitter balance: It helps maintain a proper balance of brain chemicals (neurotransmitters) that regulate mood, potentially explaining its effectiveness in bipolar disorder.

• Store Ivalp 250mg Tablet 10 at room temperature.

• Keep away from direct light, heat, and moisture.

• Store in the original packaging until ready to use.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Check the expiry date before use and discard if expired.

• Managing seizures: Limit or avoid alcohol consumption, as it can interfere with sodium valproate and potentially trigger seizures.

• Preventing migraines: Consider keeping a food diary to identify and avoid personal migraine triggers such as aged cheeses, processed foods, or caffeine.