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Depakote ER Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium) is used to treat several conditions, including seizure disorders, acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder, and migraine headaches. Depakote ER is an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, hair loss, blurred/double vision, change in menstrual periods, ringing in the ears, shakiness (tremor), unsteadiness, or weight changes.
Dosage of Depakote ER is based on weight, medical condition, and response to therapy. Depakote ER may interact with topiramate, blood thinners, aspirin, acetaminophen, zidovudine, clozapine, diazepam, meropenem, rifampin, or ethosuximide. Discuss all medications you are taking with your doctor. Depakote ER is not recommended for use during pregnancy. It may harm a fetus. However, since untreated seizures are a serious condition that can harm both a pregnant woman and her fetus, do not stop taking this medication unless directed by a doctor. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, immediately talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks of using this medication. This medication passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. If Depakote ER is used for seizures, do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. Your condition may become worse if the drug is suddenly stopped.
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Depakote ER Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Mania
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium) is a valproate and is indicated for the treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder, with or without psychotic features. A manic episode is a distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood. Typical symptoms of mania include pressure of speech, motor hyperactivity, reduced need for sleep, flight of ideas, grandiosity, poor judgment, aggressiveness, and possible hostility. A mixed episode is characterized by the criteria for a manic episode in conjunction with those for a ma...
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What is Patient information?
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Depakote ER Patient Information: Side Effects
Seek emergency medical attention if the person taking this medicine has nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or loss of appetite, low fever, dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). These symptoms may be early signs of liver damage. Some of these symptoms may also be early signs of pancreatitis.
Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, depression, anxiety, or if you feel agitated, hostile, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
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What is Consumer information?
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Depakote ER Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start taking divalproex sodium and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Take this medication by mouth once daily or as directed by your doctor. You may take it ...
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