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What is Depakote Er (Divalproex Er- Oral) ?
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How is Depakote Er (Divalproex Er- Oral) Pronounced? dye-VAL-pro-ex
Who is the Manufacturer of Depakote Er? Abbott Labs.
What is Depakote Er Used For? Depakote Er is used to prevent migraine headaches and is also used to treat seizures.
How To Use Depakote Er
Take exactly as directed by your doctor. If stomach upset occurs, you may take this with food to minimize this effect. Swallow Depakote Er whole. Do not chew or crush it. It is important to take all doses on time to keep the level of medication in your blood constant. Take your dose at the same time each day.
Depakote Er Side Effects
Mild stomach pain, loss of appetite, change in menstrual periods, diarrhea, mild hair loss, unsteadiness, dizziness, drowsiness, rash or headache might occur. If any of these effects continue or are bothersome, inform your doctor. Very unlikely but report: yellowing eye/skin, blurred or double vision, severe stomach pain, unusual bleeding or bruising. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: unusual weakness, vomiting, mood or mental changes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Depakote Er Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: bleeding disorders, brain disorders, allergies (especially drug allergies). Depakote Er is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions: liver disease, pancreatitis, certain metabolic disorder (urea cycle disorder). Use caution driving motor vehicles or performing tasks that require alertness if Depakote Er makes you drowsy. Limit your consumption of alcoholic beverages. Before having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor that you take Depakote Er. Use with extreme caution in children under 2 years old as the potential for serious liver problems exist. Depakote Er is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking Depakote Er. Divalproex passes into breast milk. The effects on infants is unknown. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Depakote Er Drug Interactions
Be sure to tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription drugs you are taking, especially of: other medications for seizures, aspirin, chlorpromazine, anticoagulants ( blood thinners ), cimetidine, mefloquine, drugs used for colds or allergies (antihistamines), sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), sedatives, tranquilizers. Depakote Er may alter certain laboratory test results (e.g., urine ketones). Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Depakote Er Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include deep sleep, irregular heartbeat, and loss of consciousness.
Missed Depakote Er Dose
If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Depakote Er Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
| Generic and Namebrand Variations |
|---|
| Label Name | Unit | Package | Color | Shape | Flavor | NDC |
|---|
| Depakote Er 250mg Tab Sa |
Tab |
Bottle |
White |
Oval |
|
00074382613 |
| Depakote Er 250mg Tablet |
Tab |
Blist Pack |
White |
Oval |
|
00074382611 |
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