What is Epilim 500mg used for?
Epilim Chrono contains sodium valproate. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-convulsants or anti-epileptic agents. It works by helping to calm the brain down. Epilim Chrono is used to treat epilepsy (fits) in adults and children.
How does Epilim make you feel?
Epilim may cause drowsiness, dizziness or sleepiness in some people and affect alertness. Diabetics are advised that Epilim Syrup contains 3.6 g/5 mL of sucrose (sugar). The effects of alcohol could be made worse while taking Epilim. Combining it and alcohol can make you more sleepy, dizzy or lightheaded.
What is the difference between Epilim and Epilim Chrono?
Epilim Chrono is a prolonged release formulation of Epilim which reduces peak concentration and ensures more even plasma concentrations throughout the day. Epilim Chrono 500 may be given once or twice daily. Daily dosage requirements vary according to age and body weight.
What are the side effects of Epilim 500mg?
Side effects of Epilim
- Nausea or vomiting;
- Bleeding, tender or enlarged gums;
- Abdominal cramps or pain;
- Changes in appetite;
- Changes in your weight;
- Irregular menstrual periods;
- Diarrhoea;
- Headache;
Does epilim make you sleepy?
You may feel sleepy when taking Epilim. If this happens to you, do not drive or use any tools or machines. Taking other medicines used to treat fits or calm emotional and mental health problems may increase sleepiness.
Does epilim make you gain weight?
Therefore, an increase in insulin levels together with a decrease in glucose levels may cause weight gain, possibly by stimulating the appetite. However, it may be that you have gained weight for some other reason.
Does epilim make you fat?
Does epilim cause tiredness?
Is epilepsy a disability?
Epilepsy is considered a disability and it has a listing in the Social Security Administration (SSA) Blue Book. For epilepsy to qualify for disability benefits, it must meet the criteria of the Blue Book listing. There are different listings for epilepsy in the Blue Book.
Why does epilim make you gain weight?
Therefore, an increase in insulin levels together with a decrease in glucose levels may cause weight gain, possibly by stimulating the appetite.
Can epilim cause Behaviour problems?
Some children may have side-effects that affect their mood or behaviour. These could include hyperactivity, irritability, aggression, drowsiness, dizziness and problems with memory and concentration.
Does epilim make you tired?
What is Epilim Chrono 500?
Epilim Chrono is a prolonged release formulation of Epilim which reduces peak concentration and ensures more even plasma concentrations throughout the day. Epilim Chrono 500 may be given once or twice daily.
How much sodium is in Epilim Chrono?
This medicine contains 46.08mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) in each tablet. This is equivalent to less than 3% of the recommended maximum daily dietary intake of sodium for an adult per tablet. 3. How to take Epilim Chrono Always take Epilim Chrono exactly as your doctor has told you.
What should I know about Epilim Chronosphere before taking it?
You may feel sleepy when taking Epilim Chronosphere. If this happens to you, do not drive or use any tools or machines. Taking other medicines used to treat fits or calm emotional and mental problems may increase sleepiness. Epilim Chronosphere 50mg contains 4.61mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) in each sachet.
What is Epilim Chronosphere Mr 50MG?
The name of your medicine is Epilim Chronosphere MR 50mg, 100mg, 250mg, 500mg, 750mg or 1000mg Modified Release Granules (called Epilim Chronosphere in this leaflet). “Modified release” means that the active ingredients (sodium valproate and valproic acid) are slowly released from the granules over a long period of time.