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Divalproex
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Pronounced: (dye-VAL-pro-ex)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Anticonvulsant |
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Drug InformationThis medicine's primary use is to prevent seizures. (anticonvulsant) It is also approved to treat bipolar disorder and for prevention of migraine headaches.
Mechanism:
The exact mechanism of action is not proven, but it is believed that this drug's effects are related to an increase in brain levels of a chemical called GABA.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side EffectsTalk to your doctor if these side effects become severe: dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, hair loss
Precautions:
Divalproex should be used cautiously by patients with liver disease and by the elderly.
Preganant:
Divalproex can cause fetal damage during the first trimester and should not be used during pregnancy if other options are available. Small amounts of divalproex have been shown to be excreted in breast milk, so should be used with caution while breast-feeding.
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Dosage InformationUsual dosing is once daily. The tablets should be swallowed whole and not crushed or chewed.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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