Sodium Valproate Flashcards
1
Q
Action
A
Works by reducing the episodes of abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
2
Q
Timeline
A
One to two doses a day. Build dose up gradually.
3
Q
How to take
A
Tablet, liquid, capsule
4
Q
Length of treatment
A
Long term
5
Q
Effects - time before
A
Can take a long time
6
Q
Tests
A
-
7
Q
Supplementary advice
A
Epilepsy Action - epilepsy.org.uk
8
Q
Important side effects
A
GI upset Feeling shaky Hair loss Headache Feeling sleepy
9
Q
Complications & contraindications
A
See dr if unexplained sore throat / bleeding / bruising, jaundice / dark urine….
Pregnancy, breast feeding, hepatic impairment / FH…
