Sodium Valproate
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar SODIUM VALPROATE: It is an Anti-seizure drug used to control seizures Uses of sodium valproate Epilepsy Migraine Mood disorder / Bipolar disorder How is sodium valproate available? Syrup Extended-release (long-acting) tablet Delayed-release tablet (releases the medication in the intestine to prevent damage to the stomach) Sprinkle capsule (capsule that contains […]
Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar What is trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride? Trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride is an anticholinergic medication that helps in relieving muscle spasms, stiffness, tremors and other cholinergic actions. What are the uses of trihexyphenidyl? Spasticity, Dystonia Extrapyramidal symptoms (restlessness, tremors, involuntary face and body movements) Parkinson’s disease Drug-related muscle problems (e.g. Antipsychotic drugs) What are the […]
Baclofen
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar What is baclofen? Baclofen is a muscle relaxing agent that alters the transmission in brain and spinal cord nerves. It prevents muscle contraction by reducing the messages sent by nervous system. What are the uses of baclofen? Muscle spasms or muscle stiffness Hiccups Pain caused by spinal cord injuries Alcohol […]
Lamotrigine
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Lamotrigine: it is an antiseizure drug used to control or reduce the frequency of seizures. What is Lamotrigine used for? Focal onset seizures and generalized onset seizures Trigeminal neuralgia Bipolar disorder and acute bipolar major depression How is Lamotrigine available? Tablet Extended-release tablet Orally disintegrating tablet How does Lamotrigine act? […]
Levetiracetam
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar LEVETIRACETAM : it is antiseizure drug used to treat the patients with Epilepsy. What is Levetiracetam used for? Focal onset seizures and generalized seizures Status epilepticus Subarachnoid hemorrhage Traumatic brain injury How is levetiracetam available? Syrup Immediate-release tablet Extended-release (long-acting) tablet Injection How does levetiracetam act? It acts by interfering […]
Why is it Important to Sleep
Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Introduction : Throughout our lives we experience various States of Consciousness. There are times when we are conscious and alert and there are other times when we are conscious but daydreaming and some other times when we are just asleep. These are different levels of awareness on a daily basis. […]
Dealing With Condition Of Headache In Children
A headache is defined as a persistent pain anywhere in the head or neck. Headaches in children are more common than what is generally thought to be; luckily they are not usually serious. Headache in children needs to be given the same attention as we would give for grown ups. 7 out of 10 school-going […]
Top 5 Tips On Handling Temper Tantrums
Temper Tantrums: How To Handle Them It is an unpleasant disruptive behaviour or emotional outbursts in children especially toddlers ( between the age of 12-18 months) that occur in response to their unmet or unfulfilled needs. It occurs because children cannot express their needs or control their emotions when frustrated. It includes yelling, biting, crying, […]
Top 7 Side Effects Of Excessive Screen Time
Excessive screen time can potentially impact the growing brain in several ways: Developmental Delays: Prolonged screen exposure might interfere with essential developmental activities, such as playing, socializing, and interacting with the environment. This can affect language development, motor skills, and sensory processing. Cognitive Effects: Excessive screen use, especially in younger children, has been associated with reduced attention […]