Veana 500mg Tablet CR belongs to a group of medicines called anti-epileptics. It is used to treat conditions such as epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It works by preventing extreme mood swings and abnormal brain signals that trigger seizures (fits). It also helps in the prevention of migraines. Veana 500mg Tablet CR can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse. Some of the common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, sleepiness, constipation, diarrhea, double vision, and weight gain among many others. Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Long-term treatment can cause weakness in your bones (osteoporosis), increasing your risk of breaking a bone. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression, or suicidal thoughts. Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Sleepiness
• Hair loss
• Weight gain
• Tremors
• Double vision
• Impaired coordination
• Weakness
• Increased appetite
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Abdominal pain
• Abnormal thoughts
• Diarrhea
• Depression
• Constipation
• Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
• Weight loss
• Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
• Breathlessness
• Low blood platelets
• Hay fever
• Nervousness
• Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
• Flu-like symptoms
• Fever
• Memory loss
• Indigestion
• Infection
• Peripheral edema

If you miss a dose of Veana 500mg Tablet CR, 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.

Chemical Class::Valproic Acid Derivative|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::NEURO CNS|Action Class::Sodium channel modulators (AED)

• Q. Q. For how long should I take Veana 500mg Tablet CR to cure my epilepsy completely??
  Ans: Veana 500mg Tablet CR 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 you face any problems while taking this medicine.
• Q. Q. What happens if I stop taking Veana 500mg Tablet CR??
  Ans: You should not stop taking Veana 500mg Tablet CR suddenly. It should be discontinued gradually. Stopping it suddenly may increase the chances of recurrence of seizures. Always consult your doctor if you feel the need to stop taking this medicine.
• Q. Q. I have gained weight after I started using Veana 500mg Tablet CR. Is it because of this medicine? What should I do??
  Ans: Yes, weight gain can occur with the use of Veana 500mg Tablet CR. To control your weight, you should have a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly. Talk to your doctor if you have any other concerns.
• Q. Q. Does Veana 500mg Tablet CR affect the working of birth control pills??
  Ans: Yes, Veana 500mg Tablet CR does not have any effect on the working of birth control pills. However, contraceptives (birth control pills) may interfere with the working of Veana 500mg Tablet CR 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 Veana 500mg Tablet CR levels in your blood levels.
• Q. Q. Is it safe to take Veana 500mg Tablet CR for long term??
  Ans: Many patients can safely take Veana 500mg Tablet CR for a long time. Rarely, long-term use of Veana 500mg Tablet CR may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their chances of breaking easily (osteoporosis and osteopenia). If you are taking Veana 500mg Tablet CR for a long time, get regular check ups done for bone health.
• Q. Q. I am concerned because I have heard that Veana 500mg Tablet CR causes hair loss. Is it true??
  Ans: Veana 500mg Tablet CR 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 Veana 500mg Tablet CR. Your hair may regrow after either reducing your dose or switching to a different medicine.

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