Description
Dicorate ER is a prescription medicine for the treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorders. It is effective against seizure disorders, mood conditions, as well as migraine headaches. The medicine contains the active ingredient Divalproex sodium which belongs to the drug class known as anti-epileptic drugs. These drugs help in restoring the balance of certain chemicals in the brain. Do not take this medication if you are witnessing impaired liver function. Information given here is based on the active ingredient of the medicine. The uses and effects of the drug may vary from person to person. It is advisable to take it under the supervision of a doctor.
Product Description
Before using Dicorate ER 125 mg tablet, inform your doctor about all the current medications that you have been using. These may include over the counter products such as vitamins and herbal supplements, pre-existing allergies, and diseases. Your doctor should also aware of your pregnancy status, upcoming surgery, etc. Note that some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug. Take the medicine exactly as your doctor told you to, follow the directions given on the prescription. The dosage and duration of the treatment is based on the condition of the patient. Inform your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
If you use other drugs at the same time, then the effects of Divalproex sodium may change. This may make you more likely to experience side effects or cause your medication to not work properly and relieve symptoms. This anticonvulsant drug may interact with drugs like lorazepam, escitalopram, clonazepam, aripiprazole, lamotrigine, and duloxetine.
Side Effects
The following us a list of possible side effects that may occur with the use of Dicorate ER tablets. loss of memory, indigestion, breathlessness, flu, abdominal pain, sore throat, reduced vision in one or both eyes, unsteady movements, nausea, rapid and repetitive movement of the eyes. This is not a complete list of side effects that you may experience while using Divalproex sodium. These are the possible side effects of this anticonvulsant drug but do not always occur. However, many of these side effects are rare but serious and need immediate medical attention. Please consult your doctor if you observe any of these side effects, especially if they do not resolve after some time. If you notice other side effects not mentioned in this list of side effects, contact your doctor for medical advice.
How to Use
Take the medicine once daily as instructed by your care specialist. Your health care specialist may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. The dose and how often you required to take it to treat and prevent seizures should be decided by the health care specialist. This way you get the right amount to control your symptoms. Your health care provider may increase your dose gradually according to your condition. You can take this medicine before or after consuming food.
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