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Epilex 500 mg
Sodium Valproate
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Epilex 500 mg is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of epilepsy, seizures, bipolar disorder and migraine prevention.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Sodium Valproate
Available variants: 500 mg 15`S
Best price: ₹115
MRP: ₹121
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED
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Composition of Epilex 500 mg
Epilex 500 mg contains Sodium Valproate. It belongs to the Anticonvulsant class of medicines.
Uses of Epilex 500 mg
- Epilepsy
- Seizures
- Bipolar disorder
- Migraine prevention
Benefits of Epilex 500 mg
- In Epilepsy
- Epilex steadies the electrical activity in the brain so that seizures happen less often or stop altogether. Taking it at the same time every day is what keeps you protected.
- In Seizures
- Epilex raises the threshold at which a seizure can start, preventing fits and the injuries and loss of consciousness they cause.
- In Bipolar disorder
- Epilex evens out the extreme highs and lows of bipolar disorder and helps prevent episodes coming back.
- In Migraine prevention
- Epilex, taken daily, reduces the number and severity of migraine attacks.
How Epilex 500 mg works
Sodium Valproate steadies the electrical activity in the brain, making a seizure less likely to start and spread.
How to take Epilex 500 mg
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause deep unconsciousness, slowed breathing and dangerous heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Epilex 500 mg
Most side effects of Epilex are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Unsteadiness
- Nausea
- Double vision
- Mood change
- Tremor
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Epilex 500 mg
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Never stop or change an anti-epileptic on your own. Stopping abruptly can cause prolonged, dangerous seizures. Sodium valproate and divalproex must not be used by anyone who is pregnant or could become pregnant unless a specialist has confirmed there is no alternative — they cause serious birth defects and developmental problems. Effective contraception is essential. Seek urgent care for any rash, especially in the first weeks — a rash with fever, blistering or peeling can be life-threatening. Report yellowing of the eyes or skin, persistent vomiting, unusual bruising or severe tiredness at once. Tell your doctor about any change in mood or any thoughts of harming yourself. Take the same brand each time unless your neurologist has agreed to a change; switching can alter seizure control.
Do not take Epilex if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Valproate-containing medicines are contraindicated in pregnancy for epilepsy unless no alternative exists, and in all women of childbearing potential without a pregnancy prevention programme. Several are not suitable in significant liver disease.
Interactions with other medicines
This group interacts very widely, including with contraceptives, blood thinners and other anti-epileptics. Give your doctor a full list of what you take. Hormonal contraception may become unreliable — ask your doctor which method to use.
How to store Epilex 500 mg
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Epilex 500 mg
- Take it at the same times every day; a missed dose is a common trigger for a seizure.
- Keep a seizure diary and take it to your appointments.
- Tell your doctor before planning a pregnancy.
- The regimen may need to be changed well in advance.
- Do not drive until you meet the legal seizure-free period and your doctor agrees.
Related lab tests
People taking Epilex are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-epileptic
- Drug class:
- Anticonvulsant
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Epilex 500 mg FAQs
What is Epilex 500 mg used for?
Epilex 500 mg is commonly used for epilepsy, seizures, bipolar disorder and migraine prevention. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Epilex 500 mg?
Epilepsy: Epilex steadies the electrical activity in the brain so that seizures happen less often or stop altogether. Taking it at the same time every day is what keeps you protected. It is also used for seizures, bipolar disorder, migraine prevention.
What is the salt in Epilex 500 mg?
Epilex 500 mg contains Sodium Valproate. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Epilex 500 mg?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Epilex 500 mg work?
Sodium Valproate steadies the electrical activity in the brain, making a seizure less likely to start and spread.
Is Epilex 500 mg a prescription medicine?
Yes. Epilex 500 mg is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Epilex 500 mg?
The side effects reported most often with Epilex are Drowsiness, Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Nausea, Double vision. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Epilex 500 mg be taken during pregnancy?
Epilex 500 mg is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Epilex.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Epilex 500 mg?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Epilex 500 mg.
What if I miss a dose of Epilex 500 mg?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Epilex 500 mg habit forming?
No. Epilex 500 mg is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Epilex 500 mg cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Epilex 500 mg starts at ₹115 (MRP ₹121) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in 500 mg 15`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Epilex 500 mg?
Epilex 500 mg is manufactured by ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Epilex 500 mg delivered?
Epilex 500 mg is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Epilex 500 mg, Quick facts
- Salt
- Sodium Valproate
- Best price
- ₹115
- MRP
- ₹121
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Manufacturer
- ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-epileptic
- Drug class
- Anticonvulsant
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- 500 mg 15`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Epilex 500 mg.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.