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Alporate 500mg Tablet

Introduction to Alporate 500mg Tablet

You can take Alporate 500mg Tablet with or without food but it is preferable to take it at the same time every day It is important to follow the dosage and duration prescribed by your doctor If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember Avoid skipping any doses and complete the full course of treatment even if your symptoms improve Do not stop taking the medication abruptly without consulting your doctor as it may increase the frequency of seizures Common side effects of this medication include headaches blurred vision loss of appetite nausea vomiting hair loss and diarrhea It may also cause dizziness and drowsiness so refrain from driving or engaging in activities that require mental alertness until you understand how the medication affects you This medicine may lead to weight gain which can be managed by maintaining a balanced diet and exercising regularly If you experience any bothersome side effects that persist or worsen please consult your doctor
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I am concerned because I have heard that Ivalp causes hair loss. Is it true?

Ivalp may cause thinning of hair, change of hair colour and even hair loss. If you are concerned talk to your doctor if it is possible to reduce the dose of Ivalp. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

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Can I take birth control pills while taking Ivalp?

Yes, Ivalp does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Ivalp and seizures may occur. It is important that you inform your doctor that you are using birth control pills. Your doctor will keep a track on your response to the treatment and monitor the Ivalp levels in your blood levels.

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Is it safe to take Ivalp for long term?

Many patients can safely take Ivalp for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Ivalp may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Ivalp for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.

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I have been taking Ivalp for a year, and I did not have any episode of seizure during this time. For how long should I take it to cure my epilepsy completely?

Ivalp does not cure your condition, it only prevents the seizures from occurring. Therefore, you will have to keep on taking it, maybe for years. Consult your doctor if face any problems while taking this medicine.

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I have gained weight after I started using Ivalp. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do?

Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Ivalp. To control your weight, you should have a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly. Talk to your doctor if you have any other concerns.

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I am concerned because I have heard that Alporate causes hair loss. Is it true?

Alporate may cause thinning of hair, change of hair colour and even hair loss. If you are concerned talk to your doctor if it is possible to reduce the dose of Alporate. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

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