Valproate can cause birth defects and problems with early development of the child if it is taken during pregnancy. If you are a female of childbearing age you should use an effective method of contraception throughout your treatment.

Your doctor will discuss this with you. Tell your doctor at once if you become pregnant or think you might be pregnant. Do not stop taking this medicine unless the doctor tells you to.

Always take valproate exactly as your doctor has told you. Valproate treatment must be started and supervised by a doctor specialized in the treatment of epilepsy.

    Taking this medicine

  • Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water
  • Do not crush or chew
  • Take with or just after a meal. This will help reduce the chances of getting certain side effects such as nausea or upset stomach.
    Administration

  • Valproate tablets may be given twice daily.

If you take more valproate than you should
An overdose of this medicine may be dangerous. If you think you may have taken more valproate tablets than you should (or someone else has taken some), talk to a doctor or go to the nearest hospital casualty department straight away. Take the carton and any valproate tablets left with you so that the doctors know what you have taken.
If you forget to take valproate
If you forget to take a dose at the right time, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Then go on as before. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If you stop taking valproate
Do not stop taking valproate without first discussing this with your doctor, even if you feel better. This is because stopping suddenly may lead to your fits coming back. If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor.

  • Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
  • Do not take this medicine after the expiry date shown on the pack.
  • Store this medicine below 30ºC and in a dry place.
  • Store this medicine in the original container. It is important to keep valproate tablets in their foil pack until you are ready to take them, or they may spoil.

Each film coated prolonged release tablet contains:
Divalproex Sodium IP
eq. to Valproic acid 250 mg / 500 mg / 750 mg / 1000mg
Colours: Sunset Yellow FCF & Titanium dioxide IP

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