Divaa 500 Tablet (Divalproex 500mg)

Description

Divaa 500 MG Tablet is an anticonvulsant medication that is used for the treatment of certain types of epilepsies, a brain disorder characterized by uncontrolled jerking movements and loss of consciousness. Take this medicine at the same time regularly.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Divaa 500 MG Tablet
Dilpra Od 500 MG Tablet
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Disokind 500 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Disorate 500 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Divalep 500 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Valance 500 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Divaa 500 MG Tablet
Diarrhea
Confusion
Headache
Muscle pain
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Sleepiness
Anxiety
Blurred vision
Yellow colored eyes or skin
Weight gain
Acid or sour stomach
Skin rash
Irregular menstrual periods
Ear pain
Uses of Divaa 500 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Epilepsy
This medicine is used in the treatment of epilepsy which is a brain disorder that causes repeated seizures. Uncontrolled jerking movements and loss of consciousness are some of the symptoms of epilepsy.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Divalproex, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Active and/or severe liver disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with active and/or severe liver diseases.
Urea cycle disorders
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with urea cycle disorders (high ammonium levels in the blood) or family history of urea cycle disorder.
Mitochondrial disorders
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients and children who are suspected to have the mitochondrial disorder (POLG e.g Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome).
Porphyria
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from porphyria, a disorder where there is an over-accumulation of porphyrin in the body.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.