Desval Er 1g Tablet 10

Desval Er 1g Tablet 10 is used for the following:

• Managing complex partial seizures: These are seizures that affect only a part of the brain and can cause involuntary movements, altered sensations or confusion.

• Controlling simple and complex absence seizures: These are brief seizures where a person may seem absent-minded or stare into space for a few seconds.

• Managing manic episodes linked with bipolar disorder: This condition includes periods of extremely high mood and energy (manic episodes) alternating with periods of low mood (depression).

• Prevention of migraine headaches: Migraines are severe headaches often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light.

To ensure you get the full benefit from Desval Er 1g Tablet 10, follow these steps:

• Swallow the tablet whole with some water.

• Avoid breaking, chewing, or crushing the tablet, as this could affect how it works.

• Always take this medicine along with food to minimise the chances of stomach upset.

• Never exceed the recommended dose without consulting your doctor.

Desval Er 1g Tablet 10 is taken orally.

Desval Er 1g Tablet 10 contains Divalproex (1000 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Increases GABA levels: Divalproex works by increasing the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in your brain. GABA is a neurotransmitter, meaning it helps transmit messages between nerve cells in the brain.

• Stabilises electrical activity: By enhancing GABA activity, Divalproex effectively stabilises electrical activity in the brain. This reduced electrical activity helps decrease the occurrence of seizures and manic episodes and prevents migraine headaches.

• Store Desval Er 1g Tablet 10 at room temperature.

• Keep the tablet in a tightly closed container to protect it from light and moisture.

• Always ensure that the medicine is out of reach of children.

• Make sure to use the medicine before its expiry date.

• If you are managing seizures with Desval Er 1g Tablet 10, aim for a balanced diet. Adequate levels of vitamins, especially Vitamin B6, can support brain health and potentially reduce seizure frequency.

• As this medication is also used for migraine prophylaxis, consider identifying and avoiding your individual migraine triggers. These could include certain foods, drinks or lifestyle factors such as stress or lack of sleep.