Solprate CR 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Solprate Information

Solprate is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. The alternative uses of Solprate have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Solprate is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Solprate also has some side effects, the most common being Loss of appetite. Some other side effects of Solprate have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Solprate go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Solprate's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Solprate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Solprate related warnings section.

Solprate 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 contraindications of Solprate have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Solprate may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Solprate Benefits & Uses

Solprate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Epilepsy

Other Benefits

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

Solprate 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

Solprate Related Warnings

Is the use of Solprate safe for pregnant women?

Solprate can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Solprate safe during breastfeeding?

Solprate may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Solprate on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Solprate on the Liver?

Solprate is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Solprate on the Heart?

Solprate is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Solprate with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Erythromycin

Solprate Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Pancreatitis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Solprate

Is this Solprate habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Solprate.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Solprate. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Solprate should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Solprate can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Solprate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Solprate

Taking Solprate with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Solprate

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Solprate

Question about 4 years ago

Does Solprate cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Solprate causes erectile dysfunction. If you experience erectile dysfunction after taking it, do not stop the drug without consulting your doctor. Discuss with your doctor, he/she will provide you with solutions or prescribe alternative medicines.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Solprate with Paracetamol?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Solprate with paracetamol it may reduce the bioavailability of paracetamol by increasing the metabolism of paracetamol. Increasing the concentration of paracetamol in the blood which may cause liver damage. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Solprate affects birth control?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Solprate can affect birth control, because it decreases the effect of the oral contraceptive pill which can alter the contraceptive effects. Talk to your doctor before taking these two medications together because you need extra protection to control birth.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Solprate with tramadol?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, you can not take Solprate with tramadol, harmful interaction have been reported between them. Tramadol may decrease the seizure threshold in some patient and also decrease the anticonvulsant activity of Solprate. Thus use Solprate with tramadol is not recommended, until unless it is prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Solprate work?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Solprate 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.