Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate ke 1 brands available hain. Drug class: Anticonvulsant / Mood Stabiliser. Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate is a anticonvulsant / mood stabiliser used in Pakistan for Epilepsy — generalised tonic-clonic seizures (Mirgi), Absence seizures in children, Bipolar Disorder — acute mania and mood stabilisation. Available as 1 brand. Prescription required. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate?
Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate is a anticonvulsant / mood stabiliser used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate under multiple brand names — currently 1 listed on PakVita (1 tablet). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Epilepsy — generalised tonic-clonic seizures (Mirgi)
- Absence seizures in children
- Bipolar Disorder — acute mania and mood stabilisation
- Migraine prophylaxis
- Partial seizures
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
600–1200mg/day in 2–3 divided doses (titrated by doctor)
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Weight gain (Wazan barh jaana)
- Tremor (Haath kaapna)
- Nausea/vomiting (Matli/Qay)
- Hair loss (Baalon ka jharna)
- Drowsiness (Neend)
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- Hepatotoxicity — liver failure (rare but fatal — especially in young children)
- Pancreatitis (Lablaba ki sujan — rare but serious)
- Valproate-induced encephalopathy
- Severe teratogenicity in pregnancy (foetal valproate syndrome)
Important warnings
- NEVER use in pregnancy — major teratogen (causes neural tube defects, developmental delay)
- Women of childbearing age must use effective contraception
- Do not stop suddenly — may trigger seizures (taper gradually)
- Monitor LFTs and full blood count periodically
- Risk of pancreatitis — report severe stomach pain
Conditions treated
Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate brands in Pakistan (1)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate used for in Pakistan?
Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate is commonly used for Epilepsy — generalised tonic-clonic seizures (Mirgi), Absence seizures in children, Bipolar Disorder — acute mania and mood stabilisation, Migraine prophylaxis, and other indications. It belongs to the anticonvulsant / mood stabiliser drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "600–1200mg/day in 2–3 divided doses (titrated by doctor)". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate?
Common side effects include Weight gain (Wazan barh jaana), Tremor (Haath kaapna), Nausea/vomiting (Matli/Qay), Hair loss (Baalon ka jharna), Drowsiness (Neend). Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate and see a doctor?
Stop Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Hepatotoxicity — liver failure (rare but fatal — especially in young children); Pancreatitis (Lablaba ki sujan — rare but serious); Valproate-induced encephalopathy; Severe teratogenicity in pregnancy (foetal valproate syndrome). These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Prescription required.
What brands of Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate are available in Pakistan?
1 brand of Valproic Acid As Sodium Valproate is listed on PakVita: 1 tablet. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization