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Life Call Benefits & Uses

Life Call is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Bipolar Disorder
Seizures

Life Call 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: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose may increase 5 to 10 mg/kg per week if necessary
Geriatric	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose may increase 5 to 10 mg/kg per week if necessary

Life Call Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Life Call is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Drowsiness
Weight gain
Dizziness
Blurred vision

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Peripheral Edema
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Mild

Tremor
Back Pain
Rash
पेट की गैस
Dry Mouth

Common

Loss of appetite

Life Call Related Warnings

Is the use of Life Call safe for pregnant women?

Life Call has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Life Call without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Life Call safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Life Call on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Life Call on the Kidneys?

Life Call has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Life Call on the Liver?

Side effects of Life Call rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Life Call on the Heart?

Life Call is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Life Call with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Erythromycin

Life Call Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Pancreatitis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Life Call

Is this Life Call habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Life Call is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Life Call only as per medical advice.

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

Life Call has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Life Call Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Life Call

Taking Life Call with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Life Call

Consuming Life Call with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Life Call

Question over 5 years ago

What is Life Call?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Life Call is a brand name for sodium valproate. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called anti-epileptic drug, also known as an anticonvulsant and anti-seizure medication. It is used in the treatment of epilepsy (seizure). It is also used to treat mania associated bipolar disorder and prevent the episodes of a migraine headache. The injectable form of this drug is used to treat complex partial seizures, simple and complex absence seizures.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Life Call affect sperm count?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Rarely, Life Call might affect sperm count. Animal studies in rats have shown that this drug can affect the ability to produce sperm. However, till now no data is available regarding this effect in humans but its possibility cannot be completely denied.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Life Call work?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Life Call 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 the catabolism of GABA. It also exerts effect altering the sodium channel in the brain. It also works by stabilizing the potassium channel and cause a direct membrane-stabilizing effect. Thus, providing relief from the seizure and mania associated with bipolar disorder.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Life Call?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Life Call can be taken once or twice daily or advice by the doctor. It has to be taken with food to avoid the stomach upset. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Life Call cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Life Call causes low blood pressure (hypotension) in the patients who are taking it. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you are experiencing dizziness or lightheadedness which is a symptom of low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult with your doctor.