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Divacon 500 Tablet

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Divacon 500 Tablet Information

Divacon 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Migraine. Other than this, Divacon 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Divacon 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Divacon 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Divacon 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.

It is also important to note that Divacon 500 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Divacon 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Divacon 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Divacon 500 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Divacon 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Divacon 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Divacon 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Divacon 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Divacon 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Divacon 500 Tablet 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


Divacon 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Divacon 500 Tablet is used -

Severe

  • Weight gain

Moderate

Mild

Divacon 500 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Divacon 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Divacon shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Divacon 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Divacon 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Divacon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Divacon 500 Tablet on the Liver?


    Side effects of Divacon rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Divacon 500 Tablet on the Heart?


    Divacon is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Divacon 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Divacon 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Divacon 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Divacon 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Divacon 500 Tablet

  • Is this Divacon 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Divacon 500 Tablet is addictive.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Divacon 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Divacon 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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


    Yes, in many cases, taking Divacon 500 Tablet can help with mental disorders.

    Yes

Divacon 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Divacon 500 Tablet


    You can take Divacon 500 Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Divacon 500 Tablet


    Taking Divacon 500 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience



References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 418

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depakote (divalproex sodium)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depakote Er (divalproex sodium)



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