Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR

Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR contains 500 mg of sodium valproate in each prolonged-release tablet. It belongs to the anticonvulsant medicine class and is used to help control certain seizure disorders, and may also be prescribed for other doctor-directed neurological or mood-related conditions where sodium valproate is appropriate. Because this is a controlled-release tablet, Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR is designed to release medicine gradually over time.

How it works: Sodium valproate helps calm overactive electrical activity in the brain so seizures are less likely to start or spread. In the tablet form of Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR, the medicine is released gradually, which helps keep blood levels steadier over time.

Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR is a relatively high-strength sodium valproate tablet, so it is usually chosen for people who have already been assessed by a doctor and need a stronger per-tablet dose. Compared with lower-strength tablets, this 500 mg tablet can reduce the number of tablets needed each day, but it is not intended for self-starting or for changing doses on your own.

• Seizure control in epilepsy
• Adjunct treatment for certain seizure types
• Doctor-directed mood stabilization
• Other sodium valproate uses prescribed by a specialist

• Swallow Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it because it is a controlled-release tablet.
• Take it at the same time each day to help maintain steady medicine levels.
• It can usually be taken with or without food; taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.
• Do not change the dose or stop taking it suddenly unless your doctor tells you to.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Follow your prescriber’s instructions exactly, especially if you are taking other seizure medicines.

Each Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR provides 500 mg of sodium valproate per tablet. The number of tablets you take and how often you take them may vary, and your doctor may prescribe one or more doses per day depending on your condition, response, and other medicines. Do not exceed the daily amount your doctor has prescribed, because the right dose must be individualized for safety and effectiveness.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Sodium Valproate may include:

• Drowsiness or sleepiness, which may be more noticeable with a 500 mg tablet in some people
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Tremor or shakiness
• Weight gain
• Hair thinning or changes in appetite

• Do not use during pregnancy unless your doctor says the benefits outweigh the risks, because sodium valproate can cause serious harm to an unborn baby.
• This 500 mg controlled-release tablet should be swallowed whole; crushing or splitting can change how the medicine is released.
• Alcohol can increase drowsiness and may worsen side effects.
• Use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, a history of pancreatitis, bleeding problems, or a urea cycle disorder.
• Have any recommended blood tests done, since valproate can affect liver function, blood counts, and drug levels.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines and supplements, including over-the-counter products, before starting this strength.

• Other anticonvulsants, which may change seizure control or valproate levels
• Alcohol, which can increase sedation and impair coordination
• Aspirin or other blood thinners, which may raise bleeding risk
• Other medicines that affect the liver, which can increase toxicity risk
• Certain mood or psychiatric medicines, which may require dose adjustment or closer monitoring

Store Aloval 500 mg Tablet CR in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light, and keep it out of reach of children.