Product introduction
Encorate 500mg Tablet contains sodium valproate, an antiepileptic medicine also used for certain mood and pain conditions. It is prescribed and monitored by a doctor. It must be taken regularly for the best control.
Storage: Store below 30°C.
Uses of Encorate 500mg Tablet
- Epilepsy (seizures).
- Mania.
- Migraine prevention.
- Bipolar disorder.
- Trigeminal neuralgia.
Benefits of Encorate 500mg Tablet
It reduces the frequency of seizures and helps keep them under control. It can also steady mood in mania and bipolar disorder, and may help prevent migraine and relieve trigeminal nerve pain.
Side effects of Encorate 500mg Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Nausea.
- Tremors.
- Hair loss.
- Loss of smell.
- Skin rash.
- Headache.
- Difficulty sleeping.
- Dizziness.
- Drowsiness.
How to use Encorate 500mg Tablet
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribes, usually after food to lessen stomach upset, at evenly spaced times. Swallow the tablet with water. Never stop abruptly, as this can trigger seizures.
How Encorate 500mg Tablet works
Sodium valproate calms overactive nerve cells in the brain. By reducing abnormal electrical firing, it lowers the chance of seizures and helps stabilise mood.
Substitutes for Encorate 500mg Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
It is not known whether alcohol is safe with this tablet. Please consult your doctor.
This medicine is highly unsafe in pregnancy and can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects. Speak to your doctor before planning or during pregnancy.
Use with caution while breastfeeding. Your doctor may advise holding breastfeeding during treatment.
It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive if affected.
Use with caution in kidney disease; the dose may need adjusting.
It is unsafe in liver disease and should be avoided.
Quick tips
- Take it at the same times every day.
- Do not stop or change the dose without your doctor's advice.
- Women who could become pregnant must discuss contraception with their doctor.
- Report unusual bruising, vomiting or yellowing of the eyes promptly.
- Attend regular blood tests and check-ups as advised.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Methyl-branched fatty acids |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | NEURO CNS |
| Action class | Sodium Channel Modulators - Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) |
Frequently asked questions
What is Encorate 500mg used for?
It is used for epilepsy and may also be prescribed for mania, bipolar disorder, migraine and trigeminal neuralgia.
Can I stop it if I have no seizures?
No. Stopping suddenly can bring seizures back. Any change must be supervised by your doctor.
Is it safe in pregnancy?
No. It carries serious risk to the unborn baby, so women of child-bearing age need medical guidance.
Does it cause hair loss?
Hair thinning is a known side effect in some people. Tell your doctor if it troubles you.