Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet
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Introduction To Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet 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.
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet should be taken with food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, swelling of gums, headache, sleepiness, tremor, hair loss and liver injury. Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression or suicidal thoughts. Also let your doctor know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet can be taken if it is clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.
You should avoid alcohol while taking Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet, as it may worsen certain side effects. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Uses of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet
- Epilepsy
Benefits of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet
Epilepsy
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet slows down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures
(fits). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable
jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can
allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or
scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this
medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this
time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you
feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a
seizure.
Side effects of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Epima Chrono
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weight gain
- Loss of appetite
- Gum swelling
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Tremors
- Hair loss
- Liver injury
How to use Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet works
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet is a combination of two antiepileptic medicines: Sodium Valproate and Valproic Acid. They work together to control seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet for treatment and prevention of seizures.
- Take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Monitor your weight during the treatment as Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet can cause weight gain.
- Your doctor may monitor Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet level, blood counts and liver function regularly throughout your treatment. Inform your doctor if you develop fever, stomach pain, nausea or yellowing of your eyes or skin.
- Do not take Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet 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.
BreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg 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.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet?
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can the use of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities. Inform your doctor if you experience such an episode while taking this medicine.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the side effects caused by Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet.
Q. Can Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet be stopped when epilepsy symptoms are relieved?
No, Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. Stopping Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet suddenly may cause the symptoms to reappear that too with increased frequency. If any problems are experienced due to Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Milporate Chorno 135.5mg/58mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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