Tiratam 100mg\ml Syrup 120ml

Tiratam 100 mg/ml Syrup 120 ml

Description:
A prescription antiepileptic medication in liquid form containing valproic acid (sodium valproate/valproate), used to help control and prevent seizures by stabilizing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Indications:
• Management of various types of seizure disorders (e.g., generalized, absence, myoclonic, and partial seizures)
• Adjunctive therapy in epilepsy when additional seizure control is needed
• Other neurologic conditions as determined by a healthcare professional

Key Component:
Valproate 100 mg per ml of syrup.

Recommended Dosage:
Use only as prescribed by a healthcare professional. Dosage depends on the type of seizure disorder, age, weight, and clinical response. Shake well before use and measure the dose with the provided measuring device. Administration may be once or multiple times daily as directed.

Mechanism of Action:
Valproate increases levels of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA in the brain and reduces abnormal electrical activity, helping to prevent and control seizures.

Warnings:
• Take only under medical supervision; do not adjust or stop the dose without clinician guidance.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Consult a healthcare professional before use if pregnant, planning pregnancy, breastfeeding, taking other medications, or have liver or kidney disease.

Common Side Effects:
• Drowsiness or fatigue
• Gastrointestinal discomfort (nausea, vomiting)
• Tremor
• Weight changes
• Mood changes
• Hair thinning (rare)

Precautions:
• Liver function monitoring is recommended, especially in young children or during initial months of treatment.
• Use with caution in individuals with hepatic disease, mitochondrial disorders, or urea cycle defects.
• Valproate has teratogenic risks; it should be used in pregnancy only if clearly necessary and under strict medical supervision.
• Regular blood level monitoring may be advised to ensure therapeutic levels and avoid toxicity.