Indication:
Mania: For the treatment of manic episodes of bipolar disorders.
Other: As an alternative treatment for febrile convulsion & migraine prophylaxis.
Dosage & Administration:
Adults: Initial: 600 mg/ day in 2 divided doses, preferably after food. Dose may be increased by 200mg/day at 3 days interval to a maximum of 2.5 gm daily in divided doses until control of seizure is achieved.
Maintenance dose: Usually 1-2 gm daily (20-30 mg/ kg daily). Children (up to 20 kg):
Initial: 20 mg/ kg daily in divided doses. Dose may be increased in severe cases with proper monitoring of plasma concentration.Children (over 20 kg):Initial: 400mg/ day (irrespective of weight). Dose may be increased by 20-30 mg/ kg if required to achieve control.
Preparation:
Valoate ® CR 200 tablet: Box containing 50 tablets in blister pack.
Valoate® CR 300 tablet: Box containing 50 tablets in blister pack.
Valoate® CR 500 tablet: Box containing 30 tablets in blister pack.