Navalpro Cr 200, Cr 300 And Cr 500 200mg, 300mg & 500mg FC tablets

Navalpro Cr 200, Cr 300 And Cr 500 200mg, 300mg & 500mg FC tablets

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 31 July 2025

API: Sodium Valproate | Company: Pharmacare

Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Treatment of epilepsy and manic episodes in bipolar disorder.

Dosage (summary)

Start at 600 mg/day, increase by 200 mg every 3 days; maintenance 1000-2000 mg/day.

Special Populations

  • Elderly
  • Renal impairment
  • Paediatric population

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

High teratogenic potential; contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Antipsychotics
  • MAO inhibitors
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Carbapenem antibiotics

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity
  • Liver disease
  • Mitochondrial disorders
  • Urea cycle disorders

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Somnolence
  • Weight gain

Counselling Points

  • Take with food
  • Avoid alcohol
  • Monitor for signs of liver dysfunction
  • Use effective contraception in women of childbearing potential

Serious warnings

  • Severe liver damage
  • Pancreatitis
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Aggravated convulsions
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