Drug reactions Questions

Epilim (sodium valproate) is an antiepileptic medication that is used to treat epilepsy and other neurological disorders. While it is generally well-tolerated, it can have some side effects, including hormonal imbalances.
Studies have shown that sodium valproate can reduce testosterone levels in men, which may lead to symptoms such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and decreased muscle mass. However, the extent of the effect on testosterone levels varies from person to person and ma...more

Hello, there are antiepileptic drugs which works very well. But first you have to get an eeg done and after which type of seizure can be diagnosed and for that your daughter have to take medicine accordingly and she would be fine.

1.no alcohol
2. Reduce body weight 3. No smoking/ tobacco/drugs/ avoid pollution
4. Diet - no ghee/ butter, have mix of vegetable oils - mustard, til, ground nut, olive oil, have more green vegetables and fruits, have whole grain atta, no fried. Fast. Spicy / processed/ junk food. Less sugar, potato, rice. Less salt.
5. 30 mts brisk walk daily 6. Deep breathing exercise for 10 mts daily
7. Meditation daily for 10 mts. 6-8 hrs of sleep at night
8. Expose your body to sun for 1...more

A slight change in timing may in fact be better as you can have the required 8 hour gap between 2 doses.

Ingredients details can be sent to you
you can take any medicine with similar ingredients as well if you don't find it.

As a routine, any hormonal Therapy dise not have to do anything with food schedule, some doctors recommend them to take after a specified meal so as to schedule the drug intake and regularity is thus achieved.

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Hello lybrate-user, your son must continue the medicine for a long time. Discontinuing the treatment may cause seizure problem again.
To change or stop the drug please consult your doctor.

I cannot provide specific medical advice or interpretation of a prescription without knowing more information about your medical history, symptoms, and the reason for the prescription.
However, lycopodium is a homeopathic medicine that is used for a variety of conditions, including digestive problems, respiratory conditions, and skin conditions. It is generally considered safe when used as directed by a qualified homeopathic practitioner.
If you have any concerns or questions about the m...more

Hello lybrate-user sorry for your symptoms. Usually antibiotics don't cause sexual side effects. But if you are taking any other medications it can very well alter the actions of other medications in the body which can cause some sexual side effects. Antibiotic is a general term for hundreds of medications so unless and until we know which one particularly you are using it is hard to tell. Also it depends if it is used on skin ie. Topically vs it is orally taken as a pill and which other pills a...more

Hi lybrate-user don’t worry, your veins may have been injured but they’re present. They can be found by a specialist phlebotomist as and when the need arises hope this helps.