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Valproic Acid
(Affordable Generic Alternatives for Depakene)
Prescription Required | Drug Name | Dosage | Quantity | Price | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valproic Acid | 250mg | 100 | $51.00 | Add To Cart |
| Valproic Acid | 500mg | 100 | $80.00 | Add To Cart |
Valproic acid is used to treat various types of seizure disorders. This medicine works by affecting chemicals in the body that may be involved in causing seizures. It can be used alone or with other seizure medications.
Valproic acid can increase sleepiness if you are using other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold medicine, pain medication, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety).
Additional information
| Brand Name: | Depakene |
|---|---|
| Generic name: | Valproic Acid |
| Other Names: | Valproic Acid, Valproic EC |
| Strength(s): | 250mg, 500mg |
| Quantities Available: | 100 |
| Formulation: | Capsule, Delayed Release Capsule |
Warnings
Avoid drinking alcohol while you are using this medicine. You must be careful when driving or doing anything that needs you to be awake and alert, it can affect on your thinking and reaction.
You must avoid direct sunlight or artificial UV rays. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing if you are out in the sun.
Do not use Valproic acid if you are pregnant. This medicine can cause life-threatening pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).
Do not use in children younger than 2 years old, or if you have liver disease or urea cycle disorder.
Before taking Valproic acid, tell your doctor if you have:
- a bleeding or blood clotting disorder
- a history of head injury, brain disorder, or coma
- a family history of a urea cycle disorder
- a family history of infant deaths with unknown cause
- HIV or CMV (cytomegalovirus) infection
Side Effects
Valproic Acid Side Effects
Serious side effects include:
- Unexplained weakness with vomiting and confusion or fainting
- Easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness
- Fever, skin rash, swollen glands
- Chills, body aches, flu symptoms
- Urinating less than usual
- Blood in your urine
- Hallucinations
- Weakness, lack of coordination
- A red, blistering, peeling skin rash
- Extreme drowsiness
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Double vision or back-and-forth movements of the eyes
Less serious side effects include:
- Drowsiness or weakness
- Diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach
- Depression, anxiety, or other emotional changes
- Changes in your menstrual periods
- Enlarged breasts
- Tremor (shaking)
- Hair loss
- Weight changes
- A red, blistering, peeling skin rash
- Vision changes
- Unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth
The information above for Depakene (Valproic Acid) was provided to DoctorSolve.com by third parties. In no way should this information substitute for the advice of a physician. Consult a doctor or qualified health care professional if you have any medical concerns.
