Dapakan Syrup 250mg/5ml — Valproate for Epilepsy & Bipolar
- Each 5 ml contains sodium valproate / divalproex 250 mg in a palatable syrup.
- Used for epilepsy, bipolar manic episodes and migraine prevention.
- Liquid form supports paediatric, elderly and dysphagia patients.
- Prescription required — do NOT stop suddenly; needs monitoring.
- CONTRAINDICATED in pregnancy; pregnancy-prevention programme required.
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Dapakan Syrup 250mg/5ml — Valproate for Epilepsy & Bipolar
Description
Dapakan Syrup 250mg/5ml — Sodium Valproate Liquid for Epilepsy, Bipolar & Migraine
Dapakan Syrup 250mg/5ml is an oral liquid form of sodium valproate / divalproex sodium, a broad-spectrum antiepileptic and mood stabiliser. It acts by enhancing central GABA activity and modulating sodium and calcium channels, reducing abnormal neuronal firing. Each 5 ml dose delivers 250 mg of active drug, which makes the syrup especially useful in children, the elderly and any patient who finds tablets difficult to swallow.
The syrup is widely prescribed for generalised tonic-clonic, absence, myoclonic and focal seizures, for acute and maintenance treatment of bipolar manic episodes, and for the prevention of recurrent migraine. In epilepsy it lowers seizure frequency; in bipolar disorder it stabilises mood and reduces agitation and impulsivity. Liquid dosing also allows fine titration based on weight and clinical response.
Dapakan is prescription required. Do NOT stop sodium valproate suddenly — abrupt withdrawal can precipitate breakthrough seizures or rebound mood symptoms. Important warnings include hepatotoxicity (highest risk in the first 6 months and in children under 2 years), pancreatitis, hyperammonaemic encephalopathy, thrombocytopenia and weight gain. Sodium valproate is teratogenic and CONTRAINDICATED in pregnancy: it causes neural-tube defects and neurodevelopmental harm, and women/girls of childbearing potential must be on a pregnancy-prevention programme with effective contraception. Seek urgent care for vomiting, abdominal pain, jaundice, confusion or unusual bruising/bleeding. See related options in our neurology range and mental health collection.
How to Order Dapakan Syrup 250mg/5ml at Derma.pk
Every bottle of Dapakan Syrup is sourced through licensed channels and verified by our pharmacists. We deliver across Pakistan against a valid prescription. For dosing questions or bulk orders contact sales@derma.pk or WhatsApp +92-320-5999650.
Usage & Benefits
Usage & Benefits
- Broad Seizure Cover: Effective in generalised, absence, myoclonic and focal seizures.
- Mania Control: Reduces elevated mood, irritability and agitation in bipolar disorder.
- Migraine Prevention: Useful prophylaxis in selected adults.
- Easy Dosing: Liquid allows fine titration by weight and response.
- Established Therapy: Long-standing evidence in epilepsy and psychiatry.
How To Use
How to Use
- Use exactly as prescribed — do not self-medicate or adjust the dose.
- Shake the bottle before each dose and measure with the supplied syringe or cup.
- Take at the same times each day; can be given with food to reduce stomach upset.
- Do NOT stop suddenly — abrupt withdrawal risks breakthrough seizures or rebound mania.
- Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants; tell your doctor about all other medicines.
- Attend monitoring for liver function, full blood count and ammonia as advised.
- Women/girls of childbearing potential must use effective contraception under a pregnancy-prevention programme.
- Seek urgent care for vomiting, abdominal pain, jaundice, confusion, fever or unusual bruising/bleeding.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does Dapakan Syrup treat?A: Epilepsy, bipolar manic episodes and migraine prevention.Q: What is the strength?A: Each 5 ml contains 250 mg of sodium valproate / divalproex.Q: Can children use it?A: Yes — commonly used in children under specialist supervision; hepatotoxicity risk is highest under 2 years.Q: Is a prescription required?A: Yes — it is a prescription-only medicine.Q: Can it be stopped suddenly?A: No — abrupt stopping can trigger breakthrough seizures or rebound mood symptoms.Q: Is it safe in pregnancy?A: No — it is teratogenic and contraindicated in pregnancy unless no alternative exists under specialist supervision.
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