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Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet, Pack of 1 Tablet
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet is used to treat seizures. Besides this, it is also used to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder and prevent migraine symptoms. It contains Valproic acid which works by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It also produces a calming effect and limits the transmission of pain signals. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as nausea, upset stomach, tremors, sleepiness, headache, and weight gain. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

VALPROIC ACID-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Emenox Healthcare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet belongs to a group of anticonvulsants or anti-epileptics used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. In addition, Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet also treats manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. Besides this, it can also prevent migraine symptoms (like a headache). Epilepsy is a sudden rush of electricity in the brain. In epilepsy, the brain's electrical rhythms become imbalanced, resulting in recurrent seizures, sometimes leading to an unconscious state.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet contains Valproic acid, which reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet raises the concentration of a chemical molecule known as GABA, which helps to stop nerve communication across the brain and has a calming effect. This contributes to the treatment of bipolar disorder. Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. You may sometimes experience nausea, upset stomach or stomach pain, tremors (shakes), sleepiness, headache, weight gain and thinning hair. Most of these side effects are temporary and will go away on their own. However, if you suffer these adverse effects on a regular basis, you should consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any components present in Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. If you are pregnant, do not take Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet because it may cause serious congenital defects. Use effective contraception if you are of childbearing age while taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. As Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet causes sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid drinking alcohol with Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet as it may cause dizziness and tiredness. To rule out any negative effects, keep your doctor updated about your health condition and medications.

Uses of Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet is used for the treatment of Epilepsy (fits), Bipolar disorder, Migraine.

Directions for Use

• Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet can be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.• It is usually taken twice daily; however, your doctor may adjust the dosage and timing based on your medical condition and response to treatment.• Swallow Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush or chew this medication.

Medicinal Benefits

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet contains Valproic acid, an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet raises the concentration of a chemical molecule known as GABA, which helps to stop nerve communication across the brain and has a calming effect. This contributes to the treatment of bipolar disorder. Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.

How Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet Works

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet contains Valproic acid, which reduces the brain's excessive and aberrant nerve activity. As a result, it aids in the control of seizures. Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet raises the concentration of a chemical molecule known as GABA, which helps to stop nerve communication across the brain and has a calming effect. This contributes to the treatment of bipolar disorder. Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches.

Storage

Keep Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet

Take Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet only as prescribed by the doctor. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include sleepiness, irregular heartbeat, and coma (loss of consciousness for a period of time). If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, plan to have a baby, or are breastfeeding. You should not become pregnant while you are receiving Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while receiving a Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. You must not drive or operate machinery while receiving Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Adolescents and adults are advised to follow the Atkins diet (high fat, low carbohydrate).
  • Exercising on a regular basis aids with weight maintenance and general health.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
  • Meditation and yoga can help reduce stress, reduce pain sensitivity, and increase coping abilities.
  • Have a seizure response plan in place, and make sure everyone around you knows what to do in the event of a seizure.
  • Prepare your living environment; simple changes may help reduce the risk of physical damage during a seizure.
  • Understand what causes seizures and try to reduce or avoid them.
  • Please keep your overall health in mind, as it can aid in the reduction of seizure activity.
  • Install an alarm or an emergency gadget to summon help during a seizure attack.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTICONVULSANT

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

Do not consume alcohol while taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet as alcohol can worsen the side effects of the Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet, including sleepiness and dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause an increase in the risk of a cleft lip, which is a congenital disability in the unborn baby. If you are a female able to have a baby, you must use an effective method of birth control (contraception) without interruption during your entire treatment with Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet passes into breast milk and may harm your infant. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. Breastfed infants are at risk for valproic acid-induced hepatotoxicity, so infants should be monitored for jaundice and other signs of liver damage during maternal therapy.

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Driving

Caution

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or tired after taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Extreme caution is recommended in patients with impaired liver function. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have kidney impairment.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Use is not recommended for children less than ten years. Your doctor will decide the dose based on your child's condition if more than ten years.

Have a query?

FAQs

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet is used to treat epilepsy/seizures/fits. In addition, it also helps treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder and prevent migraine symptoms (like a headache).

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet decreases the excessive and abnormal nerve activity in the brain. Thereby helping in controlling seizures.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet helps to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder by increasing the amount of a chemical substance called GABA; this helps block nerve transmission across the brain and provides a calming effect.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet limits the transmission of nerve pain, thereby preventing migraine headaches. Migraine is a neurological condition which is characterized by intense headaches.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Maintain a healthy weight by following a healthy diet and exercising regularly.

Use an effective method of contraception during the treatment with Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. Avoid getting pregnant while taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet as it could lead to serious birth defects. Do not stop taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet and consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet may cause weight gain due to an increase in appetite. Maintain a healthy weight by following a healthy diet and exercising regularly.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, sleepiness, tremor, weakness, dizziness, stomach pain, and weight gain. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet contains Valproic acid as its active ingredient.

Take Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor.

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet as it may worsen the side effects of the Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet, including sleepiness and dizziness.

No, Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet does not cause addiction. However, Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet should be used as per dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not self-medicate.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet does not cure epilepsy, it only helps to prevent the seizures. However, you have to take Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet for as long as it is advised by your doctor. If you face any difficulty while taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet, consult your doctor.

If you stop taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet suddenly, it may increase the risk of recurrence of seizures. Therefore, it should be stopped gradually. If you feel the need to stop taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Some birth control pills (oestrogen-containing birth control pills) may lower the levels of Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet in blood. Thus, inform your doctor if you are using birth control pills and discuss with your doctor about the suitable method of contraception.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet is safe to take for long time in many patients if prescribed by a doctor. In rare cases, prolonged use of Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet may weaken your bones, thereby increasing their risk of breaking easily (osteopenia and osteoporosis). Get regular checkups done for bone health if you are taking Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet for a long time.

Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet may cause hair thinning, hair colour changes and even hair loss. If you have any concerns regarding this, please ask your doctor if it is possible to lower the dose of Nevapil Chrono 200mg Tablet. Your hair may regrow after either lowering your dose or changing medication.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - NE85381

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Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:47 AM IST

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Reference

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  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6102.pdf
  3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/018081s065_018082s048lbl.pdf
  4. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/valproic-acid/
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