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Generic: Divalproex 300 mg |
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Depakote (Divalproex) is used for controlling certain types of seizures in the treatment of epilepsy. |
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Brand Name: Depakote |
Shelf Life: 5 Years |
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Drug Name
Depakote (Divalproex)
Active Ingredient
Divalproex
Generic Depakote Uses
Depakote is used for controlling certain types of seizures in the treatment of epilepsy. It is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorders (manic-depressive illness), and to prevent migraine headaches.
How is Generic Depakote Taken
Take generic Depakote exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Drink plenty of water while you are taking generic Depakote. Your dose may need to be changed if you do not get enough fluids each day.
To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your liver function will need to be tested. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Do not stop taking the medication even if you feel better. It is important to take generic Depakote pills regularly to prevent seizures from recurring. Call your doctor promptly if this medicine does not seem to be working as well in preventing your seizures. Do not crush, chew, break, or open a delayed-release or extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow the pill whole.
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Generic Depakote Drug Class and Mechanism
Generic Divalproex is an anticonvulsant. It works by reducing or preventing the number of seizures by controlling the abnormal activity of nerve impulses in the brain and central nervous system.
Generic Depakote Information on Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Generic Depakote Information on Storage
Store generic Depakote at room temperature, below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep generic Depakote pills out of the reach of children and away from pets.
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Generic Depakote Warnings/Precautions
In rare cases, generic Depakote has caused life-threatening liver failure, especially in children younger than 2 years old. Children of this age may be at even greater risk for liver problems if they use more than one seizure medication, if they have a metabolic disorder, or if they have a brain disease causing mental impairment (such as Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease, Huntington disease, multiple sclerosis, or a brain injury or infection). Generic Depakote has also caused rare cases of life-threatening pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). Pancreatitis can come on suddenly and symptoms may start even after you have been taking generic Depakote pills for several years. Do not take generic Depakote if you have liver disease or a urea cycle disorder.
Before taking this medication, 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
- or HIV or CMV (cytomegalovirus) infection.
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take generic Depakote.
You may have thoughts about suicide while taking this medication. Tell your doctor if you have new or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts during the first several months of treatment, or whenever your dose is changed.
Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Your doctor will need to check you at regular visits. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.
FDA pregnancy category D. This medication can cause harm to an unborn baby. Do not use Depakote without your doctor's consent if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. Depakote can cause birth defects. Use an effective form of birth control while you are using this medication. Depakote passes into breast milk and could harm a nursing infant. Do not take this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Generic Depakote Onformation on Possible 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.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- unexplained weakness with vomiting and confusion or fainting
- easy bruising or bleeding, blood in your urine
- fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash
- fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms
- urinating less than usual
- hallucinations (seeing things that aren't there)
- extreme drowsiness, lack of coordination
- or double vision or back-and-forth movements of the eyes.
Less serious side effects may include:
- mild 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
- vision changes
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unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
Should I have a prescription to buy generic Depakote?
No, you need not a prescription to buy generic Depakote. We do not require any prescription from our customers. However we would strongly recommend you to consult your doctor before taking generic Depakote (Divalproex) . You may have some diseases contra-indicated for taking certain kinds of medicines and your doctor will advise you what you can or cannot take.
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