Generic Name - Divalproex
Category - Anticonvulsant
Indications
Seizure disorders.
Generic Depakote is indicated to treat various types of seizure disorders, to prevent migraine headaches, and to control mania associated with bipolar disorder. Divalproex (Generic Depakote) affects chemicals in the body (GABA) that may be involved in causing seizures, migraines, and mania.
Generic for Depakote Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Depakote is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Depakote should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
- Liver Disease
- Genetic abnormality (Urea cycle disorder)
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Depakote. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
- Amitriptyline
- Aspirin
- Barbiturates
- Blood thinners
- Cyclosporine
- Notriptyline
- Oral contraceptives
- Other seizure medications
- Rifampin
- Sleep aids such as Halcion
- Tolbutamide
- Tranquilizers
- Zidovudine.
Generic for Depakote Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericDepakote
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Depakote for seizures is 10 to 15 milligrams per 2.2 pounds per day, depending on the type of seizure. The doctor may increase the dose at 1-week intervals by 5 to 10 milligrams per 2.2 pounds per day until the seizures are controlled or the side effects become too severe.
Generic for Depakote Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Depakote side Effects include agitation, restlessness, irritability, or other changes in mood, blurred or double vision or uncontrollable eye movements, changes in the frequency or severity of seizures, double vision, or involuntary eye movements, redness, blistering and peeling or loosening of the skin or skin rash.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Depakote.
Generic for Depakote and Pregnancy
Use of Generic Depakote during pregnancy may produce birth defects in fetus. Hence, if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.
Generic for Depakote and Breastfeeding
Generic Depakote appears in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. Therefore, talk to your doctor and decide to discontinue breast feeding until your treatment is finished.
Generic for Depakote and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Depakote in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Depakote and Geriatric
Considering the age-related problems in geriatric patients, administering the right dosage of Generic Depakote is imperative.
Note
The above information about Generic Depakote serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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