Diporex 500 Tablet ER: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Diporex Information

Diporex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Migraine. Secondary and off-label uses of Diporex have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Diporex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Diporex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Diporex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Diporex has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Diporex related warnings talks about Diporex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Diporex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Diporex are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Diporex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Diporex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Diporex Benefits & Uses
Diporex Dosage & How to Take
Diporex Side Effects
Diporex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Diporex with Other Drugs
Diporex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Diporex
Diporex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Diporex Benefits & Uses

Diporex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy
Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)

Other Benefits

Diporex Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose can be increased by 5 - 10 mg /kg/day every week until seizures are controlled.
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose can be increased by 5 - 10 mg /kg/day every week until seizures are controlled
Geriatric	Disease: Mania Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: delayed-release tablet

Diporex Related Warnings

Is the use of Diporex safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Diporex. If you are pregnant, do not take Diporex without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Diporex safe during breastfeeding?

Diporex has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Diporex on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Diporex on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Diporex on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Diporex on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Diporex on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Diporex for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Diporex with Other Drugs

Diporex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Lamotrigine

Imipenem

Moderate

Mild

Cimetidine

Diporex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diporex unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bleeding
Suicidal Tendency
Depression
Pancreatitis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Diporex

Is this Diporex habit forming or addictive?

Diporex is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Diporex, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Diporex can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Diporex only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Diporex can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Diporex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Diporex

Taking Diporex with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Diporex

Taking Diporex with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Diporex

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Diporex with ibuprofen?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Diporex can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Always consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Diporex?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Diporex can be taken once or twice daily depends on the severity of disease or advice by the doctor. It has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions only.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Diporex work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Diporex works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) by inhibiting the enzymes which are responsible for its decreased concentration of GABA in the brain. In this way Diporex provides Thus, relief from the seizure and mania associated with bipolar disorder.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Diporex cause constipation?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Diporex can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind constipation is not known. If you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Diporex make you sleepy?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Diporex may make you sleepy because it causes drowsiness, dizziness or sedation. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Do not drive vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.