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Valproic acid - oral capsule

(val-pro-ick acid)

common brand names: Depakene

Warning: rarely, serious (possibly fatal) liver problems have occurred in patients using this med. children using this drug who are under age about 2 years are at higher risk to experience liver problems, especially if they also have a severe seizure disorder along with mental retardation; using more than one seizure control med; have body process (metabolic) problems or have brain disorders. If used in these patients, this med must not be used with additional seizure control medications. Early signs about liver problems include loss of seizure control, vomiting, unusual tiredness/weakness, loss of appetite, yellowing eyes/skin, or swelling of face. Contact your physician promptly if you develop any of these symptoms. Liver tests should be run before and during use of drug. sometimes, severe (possibly fatal) pancreatitis (pancreas inflammation) has occurred during use about this med. this may progress quickly & may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Contact your doctor promptly if you develop any of these symptoms. rarely, severe (possibly fatal) encephalopathy (decreased mental status) has occurred during use of it medication. this has occurred in patients with specific metabolic disorder (urea cycle disorder). Symptoms may include unusual weakness, vomiting, or mental changes. Contact your physician promptly if you develop any of these symptoms. this drug may cause birth defects. Consult your doctor about use of this drug during pregnancy.

Simular Drugs : Depakene, Depakene

Related Drugs : Depakene, Depakene, Valproic Acid

Depakene Usage: Valproic acid is used for seizure disorders, to prevent migraine headaches, & for certain emotional conditions (manic phase about bipolar disorder).

How to use Depakene: May be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. Capsules must be swallowed whole. it medication must be taken as prescribed. do not stop taking this drug suddenly without consulting your healthcare professional as seizures may occur. it is important to take all doses on time to keep level of med in your blood constant. Take doses at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day & night.

Depakene 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 youre healthcare professional. Very unlikely but report: yellowing eyes/skin, blurred or double vision, severe stomach pain, unusual bleeding or bruising. Tell your pharmacist 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 youre physician or pharmacist.

Depakene Precautions: Before you take valproic acid, tell you're doctor if you have: a bleeding disorder, history of a brain disorder, any allergies. it med is not recommended since 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. Limit your consumption of alcoholic beverages. Before having surgery, including dental surgery, tell doctor that you take valproic acid. this tablet may interfere with urine ketone testing and give false positive results. If very high sugar readings (e.g., over 300) are occurring, ketones may be in your urine. Contact your pharmacist or pharmacist for further advice. Use with extreme caution in kid under 2 years old as the potential for serious liver problems exist. drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your pharmacist before taking this medication. Valproic acid is excreted in to human breast milk. Consult youre pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Depakene medication interactions: Be sure to tell your doctor about every over-the-counter or prescription drugs you are taking, especially: other drug for seizures (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, ethosuximide, clonazepam), anticoagulants ('blood thinners'), aspirin, chlorpromazine, cimetidine, mefloquine, drugs used for colds or allergies (antihistamines), sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), sedatives, tranquilizers. this drug 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.

Depakene Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include deep sleep, irregular heartbeat, & loss of consciousness.

Depakene special notes: Its recommended to wear or carry medication identification indicating you taking it drug. Lab tests may be done, especially in 1st several months to check if the med is working properly. don't allow anyone else to take this drug.

If you missed Depakene dose: If you miss a dose and your dosing schedule is 1 dose per day, take the missed dose as soon as remembered. If you don't remember until the next day, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. If you take 2 or more doses daily & you remember within six hours of the missed dose, take it immediately. then take the remainder about doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Depakene Storage: Store in room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom.

Medical alert: some your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Valproic Acid