Sodium Valproate
Uses
Sodium Valproate is used in the treatment of epilepsy, bipolar disorder, mania and migraine attacks.
How it Works
Sodium valproate works by reducing and controlling abnormal activity bursts of the nerve cells in the brain which cause seizures.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Sodium Valproate can include the symptoms below;
Loss of appetite,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Sleepiness,
Hair loss,
Weight gain,
Abnormal iver function,
Tremor.
Valproic acid
Uses
Valproic Acid is used for the treatment of epilepsy and the symptoms it may cause, mania and migraine.
How it Works
Valproic acid affects chemicals in the body that are involved in causing seizures. Valproic acid works by controlling seizures or fits by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Valproic Acid can include the symptoms below;
Loss of appetite,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Sleepiness,
Black, tarry stools,
Bleeding gums,
Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet,
Blood in the urine or stools,
Hair loss,
Liver function abnormal,
Weight gain.