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Kronostar 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. The alternative uses of Kronostar 500 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Kronostar 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Kronostar 500 Tablet include Loss of appetite. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kronostar 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Kronostar 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Kronostar 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Kronostar 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Kronostar 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Kronostar 500 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Kronostar 500 Tablet in conditions like Depression, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Kronostar 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Kronostar 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Kronostar 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Kronostar 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kronostar 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Kronostar 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Kronostar shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Kronostar 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Kronostar has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Kronostar 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Kronostar on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Kronostar 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Kronostar has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Kronostar 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Kronostar does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Kronostar 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kronostar 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kronostar 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Kronostar 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kronostar 500 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kronostar 500 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Kronostar 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Kronostar 500 Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kronostar 500 Tablet
Taking Kronostar 500 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kronostar 500 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Kronostar 500 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depakene (valproic acid)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 417-418
