Valpro EC TM
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Active ingredients: valproate
Brand name
(ARTG)
: VALPRO EC500 sodium valproate 500 mg enteric coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Epilepsy: Primary generalised epilepsy (petit mal absences, various forms of myoclonic epilepsy and tonic-clonic grand mal seizures). Partial (focal) epilepsy either alone or as adjuvant therapy. Mania: For the treatment of mania where other therapy has proved inadequate or is inappropriate
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- Circular biconvex enteric coated tablet with a lilac matt finish
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in a Dry Place
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 tablets pack
- 100 tablets pack
- 20 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient valproate
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems