{"product_id":"epival-iv-injection-500mg-5ml","title":"Epival Iv Injection 500mg\/5ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedicine Name: Epival Iv Injection 500mg\/5ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📄 Epival IV – Product Specification\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔒 Requires Prescription\u003cbr\u003e✅ YES\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🧪 Generic Name\u003cbr\u003eDivalproex Sodium (IV formulation)\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🎯 Used For\u003cbr\u003e•    Epilepsy (Monotherapy or adjunct in adults and children)\u003cbr\u003e•    Manic episodes in bipolar disorder\u003cbr\u003e•    May be used when oral administration is not possible or not suitable\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e⚙️ How It Works\u003cbr\u003eDivalproex Sodium increases levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a calming neurotransmitter in the brain. This leads to a stabilizing effect on neuronal activity, reducing seizures and mood swings.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e💊 Dosage\u003cbr\u003e•    Form: Intravenous injection (IV)\u003cbr\u003e•    Active Ingredient: Divalproex Sodium\u003cbr\u003e•    Dosage is individualized based on condition, age, weight, and medical history\u003cbr\u003e•    Transition to oral dosage is recommended as soon as appropriate\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e⚠️ Side Effects\u003cbr\u003eCommon:\u003cbr\u003e•    Headache\u003cbr\u003e•    Nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea\u003cbr\u003e•    Tremors\u003cbr\u003e•    Fatigue, dizziness, weakness\u003cbr\u003e•    Hair loss or hirsutism (abnormal hair growth)\u003cbr\u003e•    Weight gain due to increased appetite\u003cbr\u003eSerious:\u003cbr\u003e•    Depression, hallucinations\u003cbr\u003e•    Urinary incontinence\u003cbr\u003e•    Worsening of seizures\u003cbr\u003e•    Kidney dysfunction\u003cbr\u003e•    Pancreatitis (can be fatal if untreated)\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🔄 Drug Interactions\u003cbr\u003eUse with caution or avoid with:\u003cbr\u003e•    Antiepileptics: Lamotrigine, Phenytoin, Phenobarbital, Topiramate\u003cbr\u003e•    Benzodiazepines: Diazepam, Lorazepam, Clonazepam\u003cbr\u003e•    Anticoagulants: Warfarin, Aspirin, Dicumarol\u003cbr\u003e•    Antibiotics: Rifampin, Carbapenems (Meropenem, Ertapenem, Imipenem)\u003cbr\u003e•    Antivirals: Zidovudine, Ritonavir, Lamivudine\u003cbr\u003e•    Tricyclic antidepressants: Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline\u003cbr\u003e•    Oral antidiabetics: Tolbutamide\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🚫 When Not to Use\u003cbr\u003eDo not administer if:\u003cbr\u003e•    Allergy to Divalproex Sodium or any of its excipients\u003cbr\u003e•    Liver disease or severe hepatic dysfunction\u003cbr\u003e•    Suspected mitochondrial disorder (e.g. Alpers-Huttenlocher syndrome)\u003cbr\u003e•    Children \u0026lt;2 years with mitochondrial risk\u003cbr\u003e•    Urea cycle disorder\u003cbr\u003e•    Porphyria\u003cbr\u003e•    Family history of severe drug-induced hepatitis\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🛡️ Precautions\u003cbr\u003e•    Watch for aggressive or suicidal behavior, especially in children\u003cbr\u003e•    Monitor learning and attention span in pediatric patients\u003cbr\u003e•    Regular liver function and blood count tests may be required during treatment\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e⚠️ Warnings\u003cbr\u003e1. Pregnancy Risk:\u003cbr\u003e•    Can harm unborn babies and cause birth defects\u003cbr\u003e•    Pregnancy test may be advised before initiating treatment\u003cbr\u003e•    Effective contraception is essential while on treatment\u003cbr\u003e2. Health Status Considerations:\u003cbr\u003e•    Disclose any history of coma, intellectual disability, or brain dysfunction\u003cbr\u003e•    Caution in elderly patients and those consuming alcohol regularly\u003cbr\u003e3. Fertility Effects:\u003cbr\u003e•    May impact male fertility (possibly reversible)\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🚼 Pregnancy Category\u003cbr\u003eAlways consult a physician before use.\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e🧴 Storage\u003cbr\u003e✅ YES\u003cbr\u003e•    Store at room temperature\u003cbr\u003e•    Protect from light and heat\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wellness Hospital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53326063141195,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5711\/6491\/files\/EpivalIvInjection.webp?v=1757143533","url":"https:\/\/wellnesspharmacy.pk\/products\/epival-iv-injection-500mg-5ml","provider":"The Wellness Hospital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}