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<p>PREGNANCY</p>
<p>UNSAFE</p>
<p>Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml belongs to pregnancy category D. Avoid taking Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml if you are pregnant as it could lead to serious birth defects.</p>
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<p>BREAST FEEDING</p>
CAUTION
<p>Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml if you are breastfeeding.</p>
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<p>DRIVING</p>
UNSAFE
<p>Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml causes dizziness, sleepiness and tiredness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.</p>
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<p>LIVER</p>
UNSAFE
<p>Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml should not be used if you have liver problems or your family has a history of liver problems. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.</p>
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<p>KIDNEY</p>
CAUTION
<p>Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.</p>
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<p>CHILDREN</p>
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
<p>Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. The dose will be adjusted by the doctor depending upon the child's body weight.</p>
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<h3>Habit Forming</h3>
<p>No</p>
<h3>Diet & Lifestyle Advise</h3>
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<li>A ketogenic diet (low in carbohydrates and high in fats) is recommended for children with epilepsy. This diet helps in utilizing fat instead of glucose for the generation of energy.</li>
<li>Atkins diet (high fat and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.</li>
<li>Exercising regularly helps in maintaining weight and improving overall health. </li>
<li>Rest well; get plenty of sleep.</li>
<li>Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.</li>
<li>Meditation and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity and improves coping skills.</li>
<li>Have a seizure response plan that helps those around you know what to do.</li>
<li>Prepare your living area; small changes may help in reducing the risk of physical injury during a seizure.</li>
<li>Understand what triggers seizures and try reducing or avoiding them.</li>
<li>Please pay attention to overall health as it can help in reducing seizure activity.</li>
<li>Install an alarm or emergency device to get assistance during a seizure attack.</li>
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<h3>Special Advise</h3>
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<li>Contact your doctor if your child gets her first-period whilst on treatment with Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml.</li>
<li>Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml might affect blood and urine tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml.</li>
<li>If you are of child-bearing age, use effective contraception without interruptions during your entire treatment with Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml.</li>
<li>Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Epilex Oral Solution 200 ml.</li>
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Composition Details
Sodium Valproate (200mg/5ml)
| Manufacturer |
Abbott |
| Pack Size |
200 ml in 1 bottle |
| Product Name |
Epilex Oral Solution |
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