Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR is a combination of two medicines used to treat epilepsy, a neurological disorder in which there are recurrent episodes of seizures or fits. It controls the abnormal activity of the brain, relaxes the nerves and hence, prevents seizures or fits.

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General Information

Contains

Sodium Valproate (333mg)+ Valproic Acid (145mg)

Marketer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

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Product introduction

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR should be taken with 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine are nausea and tremor. In some people, it may also cause other side effetcs like vomiting, headache, liver injury, and upper abdominal pain. 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.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression or suicidal thoughts. Also let your doctor 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, Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR can be taken if it is clearly needed but 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.

You should avoid alcohol while taking Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR, as it may worsen certain side effects. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.

Uses of Encorate Chrono Tablet CR

Epilepsy

Benefits of Encorate Chrono Tablet CR

Epilepsy
Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR slows down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side effects of Encorate Chrono Tablet CR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Encorate Chrono

Nausea
Tremors

How to use Encorate Chrono Tablet CR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR is to be taken with food.

How Encorate Chrono Tablet CR works

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR is a combination of two antiepileptic medicines: Sodium Valproate and Valproic Acid.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR for treatment and prevention of seizures.
Take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Monitor your weight during the treatment as Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR can cause weight gain.
Your doctor may monitor Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR level, blood counts and liver function regularly throughout your treatment. Inform your doctor if you develop fever, stomach pain, nausea or yellowing of your eyes or skin.
Do not take Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities. Inform your doctor if you experience such an episode while taking this medicine.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR. Drinking alcohol will increase the side effects caused by Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR.

Can Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR be stopped when epilepsy symptoms are relieved?

No, Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR should be continued as advised by the doctor. Stopping Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR suddenly may cause the symptoms to reappear that too with increased frequency. If any problems are experienced due to Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Will a higher than the recommended dose of Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

References

User feedback

Patients taking Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR

Twice A Day

62%

Once A Day

30%

Thrice A Day

What are you using Encorate Chrono Tablet CR for?

Epilepsy

65%

Mania

17%

Others

12%

Migraine headaches

How much was the improvement?

Average

44%

Excellent

32%

Poor

24%

What were the side-effects while using Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR?

Sleepiness

29%

Loss of appetite

21%

Hair loss

21%

Nausea

12%

Vomiting

How do you take Encorate Chrono Tablet CR?

With food

75%

With or without food

17%

Empty stomach

Please rate Encorate Chrono 500 Tablet CR on price

Expensive

55%

Average

27%

Not Expensive

18%

Patient concerns

Hello , I am taking encorate chrono 500(2) .I am suffering from epilepsy. Which toothpaste I shall use.

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

you can use BABA RAMDEV Tooth paste

?? ???? ?????? ?? ?????? ?? ?? ??? encorate Charon 200 500 tablet use krta hu kya iska koi solution h Jisse main completely thk ho jau

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Epilepsy requires regular treatment with anticonvulsants like encorate chrono for at least 3 years of seizure free period after which medicines may be tapered off unless seizures reappear. At present, there are no other effective treatment options.

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