Epirest 200mg Tablet CR

Short Description

Epirest 200mg Tablet CR is a combination of two medicines used to treat epilepsy, a neurological disorder in which there are recurrent episodes of seizures or fits.

Dosage Form

Tablet CR

Introduction

Epirest 200mg Tablet CR is a combination of two medicines used to treat epilepsy, a neurological disorder in which there are recurrent episodes of seizures or fits. It controls the abnormal activity of the brain, relaxes the nerves and hence, prevents seizures or fits.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Epirest 200mg Tablet CR is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Epirest 200mg Tablet CR.

Breastfeeding Warning

Epirest 200mg Tablet CR 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

Epirest 200mg Tablet CR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Epirest 200mg Tablet CR is a combination of two antiepileptic medicines: Sodium Valproate and Valproic Acid.

Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Epirest 200mg Tablet CR affects you. Monitor your weight during the treatment as Epirest 200mg Tablet CR can cause weight gain. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency. Take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Epirest 200mg Tablet CR as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.