The conversion of divalproex EC to SA has been shown to be safe and effective
Background: The distinct absorption characteristics of the conventional enteric-coated
Children younger than 10 years of age—Use and dose must be determined
Divalproex sodium is routinely used in various epilepsy disorders], prophylaxis of
Valproate formulations, divalproex sodium extended-release (ER) and the traditional
The mean ± SD dose of divalproex sodium before switching to valproic
In the United States, Depakote ER is sold by Abbott Laboratories
Divalproex sodium extended-release tablets should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed or chewed (2
Conversion from Divalproex Sodium Delayed-release (e
The "ER" part of the name stands for "extended release," meaning the contents of the medicine are released slowly, not all at once, after you take the medicine
Maximum dose: 60 mg/kg/day
Depakote should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed or chewed (2
16 hours Divalproex sodium is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness) and helps prevent migraine headaches
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If needed, your dosage may be increased up to 1,000 mg per day
pain or swelling in the arms or legs without any injury
16 hours Oral delayed release tablet; Oral capsule; Oral liquid; Oral syrup; Brand Names: Other divalproex sodium brands include: Depakote ER, Depakote Sprinkles: Valproate Sodium: Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value
AbbVie Inc
Generic name: Divalproex Sprinkle Capsules [ dye-VAL-proe-ex ] Brand name: Depakote
Uses
Generic divalproex is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower
Currently, there is lack of meta-analysis focusing on drug retention rate between VPA-ER and VPA-DR