Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Child Has Seizures. Taking Valparin And Ferisam. Now Have Headache And Skin Rashes
Hello Doctor, my son have been suffering from seizures since three years, currently (from last weeK)he is taking Valparin Chrono 500, along with ferisam 5 mg once in a day,before that he had taken valparin alkalet 400mg twice a day,but seizure occured once in 2 or 3 months,last month he was suffering from headache ,hence doctor changed the medicine. now he was observed with skin rashes ,i request you kindly explain the side effects
posted on
Mon, 11 Feb 2013
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Tue, 12 Feb 2013
Answered on
Tue, 12 Feb 2013
Last reviewed on
as for as your side effect of valproate is concern this may lead
weight gain, alopecia , dizziness
rare case this may lead to hepatic failure and pancreatic damage
some times this may lead to steven jhonson syndrome . in the case of steven jhonson syndrome rashes is present over body .
consult your pediatrcian urgently
weight gain, alopecia , dizziness
rare case this may lead to hepatic failure and pancreatic damage
some times this may lead to steven jhonson syndrome . in the case of steven jhonson syndrome rashes is present over body .
consult your pediatrcian urgently
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Mood stabilizer
Loading Online Doctors....