Divavol 250mg Tablet

Short Description

Divavol 250mg Tablet is used to treat epilepsy, prevent migraines, and occasionally manage bipolar disorder.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Divavol 250mg Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines to control seizures and prevent migraines. The dosage and frequency will be determined by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be taken at the same time each day. Common side effects include headache, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, unsteadiness, bruising, and decreased body temperature. Long-term use may lead to osteoporosis and rarely, suicidal thoughts. Consult your doctor if you experience any severe side effects or if you have a history of heart, kidney, or liver disease, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Avoid alcohol as it can increase side effects and seizure risk. Regular blood tests may be required to monitor your condition.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. It can be taken with or without food but is better taken at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Headache Blurred vision Nausea Vomiting Dizziness Tiredness Unsteadiness Bruising Decreased body temperature

Alcohol Warning

Divavol 250mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Divavol 250mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Divavol 250mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. Consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Alprazolam Chlordiazepoxide Clobazam Clonazepam

Divavol 250mg Tablet is an antiepileptic medication that controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of nerve cells in the brain.

Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures. It can be taken with or without food but better to take with food to avoid stomach upset. Do not change the brand of your medicine and ensure you have sufficient medicine. Practice yoga every day to prevent seizures. Get enough sleep at nighttime. Limit screen time such as mobile/laptop. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Monitor your weight during treatment as it can cause weight gain. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor how the medication is affecting your body. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.