Divaa -OD 500 Tablet (Divalproex 500mg)

Overview

Divaa 500 Tablet is used for Manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder, Epilepsy, Migraine and other conditions. Divaa 500 Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.Divaa 500 Tablet contains Divalproex as an active ingredient.
Divaa 500 Tablet works by increasing brain concentrations of gamma-aminobutyric acid.
Detailed information related to Divaa 500 Tablet’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.

Uses

Divaa 500 Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
Manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder
Epilepsy
Migraine
Divaa 500 Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed here.
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Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Divaa 500 Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Nausea
Somnolence
Dizziness
Vomiting
Accidental injury
Asthenia
Abdominal pain
Dyspepsia
Rash
Divaa 500 Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.

Precautions

Before using Divaa 500 Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Avoid driving or operating machinery
Avoid pregnancy while taking this drug
Concomitant use with topiramate
Inform doctor the medications you are taking in order to avoid drug interactions
Patients with HIV and Cytomegalovirus viral infection
Patients with known urea cycle disorders
Risk of altered ketone and thyroid function test results
Risk of birth defects
Risk of bleeding and other hematopoietic disorders
Risk of decreased IQ following in utero exposure

Interactions with Divaa 500 Tablet

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Divaa 500 Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Divaa 500 Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Amitriptyline
Aspirin
Carbamazepine
Carbapenem Antibiotics
Clonazepam
Diazepam
Estrogen-containing hormonal contraceptives
Ethosuximide
Felbamate
Lamotrigine

When not to use Divaa 500 Tablet

Hypersensitivity to Divaa 500 Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Divaa 500 Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Children under two years of age who are suspected of having a mitochondrial DNA polymerase gamma-related disorder
Hepatic disease
Hypersensitivity to the drug
Mitochondrial disorders caused by mutations in mitochondrial DNA polymerase gamma
Significant hepatic dysfunction
Urea cycle disorders
Use in prophylaxis of migraine headaches in pregnant women