Valparin
Valparin
Valparin (pronounced: val-PAH-rin) is a medication primarily used in the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It is also known as Valproic Acid or Sodium Valproate.
Etymology
The term "Valparin" is derived from the Latin words valere meaning "to be well" and parere meaning "to give birth to". This is in reference to the drug's initial use in preventing seizures during childbirth.
Usage
Valparin is used to control certain types of seizures by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. It is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder and to prevent migraine headaches.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Valparin include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and weight gain. More serious side effects can include liver damage, pancreatitis, and blood disorders.
Related Terms
- Epilepsy: A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
- Bipolar disorder: A mental disorder that causes periods of depression and periods of abnormally elevated mood.
- Migraine: A type of headache characterized by severe pain on one side of the head and often accompanied by nausea or sensitivity to light and sound.
See Also
- Anticonvulsant: A type of drug which prevents or reduces the severity of epileptic fits or other convulsions.
- Mood stabilizer: A psychiatric medication used to treat mood disorders characterized by intense and sustained mood shifts.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Valparin
- Wikipedia's article - Valparin
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