• Adreval 500mg Tablet ER is a medicine used to treat epilepsy
• It helps prevent and control seizures (fits)
• It is also used in the prevention of migraines
• Occasionally, it may also be used to treat bipolar disorder
• Adreval 500mg Tablet ER may be used alone or in combination with other medicines
• The dose and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms
• You can Take Adreval 500mg Tablet ER with or without food but take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit
• It usually takes a couple of weeks to work
• It is important to Take Adreval 500mg Tablet ER regularly and for as long as you are advised, even if you feel well
• Missing doses may trigger seizures and, if you stop, your condition may get worse
• It should never be stopped suddenly.
• This medicine's most common side effects include headache, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, unsteadiness, bruising, and decreased body temperature
• Most of these are not serious
• Keep taking the medicine but talk to your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away
• However, if you notice a skin rash or redness, tell your doctor straight away
• Long-term treatment with this medicine can cause osteoporosis (reduced bone mass) and increase your risk of breaking a bone
• Also, Adreval 500mg Tablet ER may rarely lead to suicidal thoughts and behaviors
• If your mood becomes depressed, tell your doctor.
• This medicine may not be suitable for everybody
• Before using it, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart problems, kidney or liver disease, difficulty urinating, depression, or suicidal thoughts
• Many other medicines can interfere with it and some should not be taken together so tell your doctor all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe
• If you are pregnant, do not start or stop taking this medicine without asking your doctor
• Drinking alcohol should be avoided as it can increase some of the side effects and can also increase your risk of seizures
• You may need frequent blood tests to help your doctor make sure you are taking the right dose both before you start and while you are using it.

Uses of Adreval 500mg Tablet ER

• In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures Adreval 500mg Tablet ER is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures
• By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence
• It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety
• This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly
• It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective
• Missing doses may trigger a seizure
• In Treatment of Bipolar disorder Adreval 500mg Tablet ER works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your brain
• It can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated
• You may experience fewer episodes of low mood
• It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time
• It is likely that you will Take Adreval 500mg Tablet ER for at least six months but possibly much longer
• It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively
• Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to
• You should continue to eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Adreval 500mg Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Common and Known Side effects of Adreval 500mg Tablet ER

• Decreased body temperature
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Tremors
• Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Decreased sodium level in blood
• Liver injury
• Gastrointestinal disturbance
• Hypersensitivity
• Deafness
• Urinary incontinence
• Increase in body weight
• Pain during periods