Valtec CR 300 mg Tablet

Valtec CR 300 mg Tablet – Sodium Valproate 200 mg + Valproic Acid 87 mg by Cipla

Valtec CR 300 mg Tablet from Cipla is a film-coated controlled release tablet containing Sodium Valproate IP 200 mg and Valproic Acid IP 87 mg – a pairing that together corresponds to 300 mg of sodium valproate, which is where the number in the name comes from. Valproate is a broad-spectrum anti-epileptic: it raises levels of GABA, the brain’s main calming neurotransmitter, and steadies overexcitable nerve membranes, so the abnormal electrical bursts behind a seizure are less likely to start and less likely to spread. The CR matters as much as the dose. An ordinary valproate tablet releases everything at once, producing a blood-level spike then a trough; the controlled release form lets the drug out gradually, holding levels steadier through the day. That means fewer peak-related side effects and, for many patients, fewer doses. Strip of 10 tablets. Schedule H prescription medicine.

Key Features

• Sodium Valproate 200 mg + Valproic Acid 87 mg – together equivalent to 300 mg sodium valproate
• Controlled release – steadier blood levels, fewer peak-related side effects
• Broad-spectrum anti-epileptic effective across several seizure types
• Also used in bipolar disorder and migraine prevention as prescribed
• Strip of 10 film-coated CR tablets from Cipla Ltd.

Composition

• Sodium Valproate IP – 200 mg
• Valproic Acid IP – 87 mg
• Both together correspond to Sodium Valproate 300 mg per film-coated controlled release tablet

Composition as printed on the pack. Refer to the package insert for the complete list of excipients.

Uses & Benefits

• Controls generalised, partial and absence seizures in epilepsy
• Works across more seizure types than most single anti-epileptic drugs
• Steadier blood levels through the day than immediate-release valproate
• Often allows once or twice daily dosing instead of three times
• Used by specialists for mania in bipolar disorder
• Also prescribed to prevent migraine attacks in selected patients

Directions for Use

• Take exactly as prescribed – the dose is built up slowly and is individual to you
• Swallow the tablet whole. Never chew, crush or split it – breaking a controlled release tablet dumps the whole dose at once
• Take at the same time each day; with or after food helps if it upsets your stomach
• Never stop suddenly. Abruptly stopping valproate can trigger prolonged, dangerous seizures – any change must be tapered by your doctor
• If you miss a dose take it when you remember, unless the next is nearly due. Never double up

Precautions

• Valproate must not be used in pregnancy, or by women who could become pregnant unless there is no alternative and a pregnancy prevention programme is in place. It causes serious birth defects and lasting problems with learning and development in a high proportion of exposed babies. Discuss reliable contraception with your doctor before starting
• Liver injury is a known risk, mostly in the first six months and highest in very young children. Report vomiting, unusual tiredness, loss of appetite, yellowing of the eyes or skin, or a sudden return of seizures immediately
• Pancreatitis can occur. Severe abdominal pain with vomiting needs urgent assessment
• Blood tests for liver function and blood counts are done before and during treatment – keep every appointment
• Tell your doctor about liver disease, known or suspected mitochondrial disorders, urea cycle disorders, or a family history of them
• Drowsiness, tremor, weight gain, hair thinning and stomach upset are the common effects. Avoid alcohol and take care driving until you know how it affects you
• Report any new rash, especially with fever or mouth ulcers, or thoughts of self-harm, without delay

Storage

• Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, as printed on the pack
• Keep tablets in the blister until you take them – valproate absorbs moisture readily
• Keep out of reach of children

Disclaimer

Schedule H drug – to be sold by retail on the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner only. This information is for general awareness and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Epilepsy treatment must be started, adjusted and stopped only by your treating doctor; never alter the dose or switch between valproate products on your own.