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Depakote (generic name valproic acid) is an anticonvulsant often prescribed as a mood stabilizer for those with Bipolar disorder (manic depression).
dont forget epilepsy
it is also sometimes used to control the mood swings associated with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), but is limited in effectiveness as BPD tends to be caused by psychological distress rather than brain chemistry
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∙ 9y agoDepakote is used to treat seizure disorders, psychiatric conditions, and migraine headaches. The psychiatric conditions that are treated include manic depression and bipolar disorders.
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When was depakote marketed to the public?
Depakote was approved as a mood stabilizer medication in 1995 Previously it was prescribed only as an epilepsy medication
Is depakote benzo?
No. Depakote is an anti-convulsant, most often used in cases of epilepsy. It is also used, off label, for bipolar disorder and is sometimes prescribed for nervous system disorders.
Is Depakote used for seizures?
Yes it was first prescribed for seizures, and later for Bipolar disorder. Answer I have epilepsy and take 2 500mg pills a day. Has helped me but can be used with other epilepsy medications to help improve the loss of seizures. I am also on Lamictal and Keppra.
Is it okay to take two 500 mg depakote together?
If that is how they are prescribed. However if the prescription says to take one at a time, it isn't.
Has anyone lost weight on depakote?
I was prescribed Depakote a few years ago for supposed manic depression. I did have a huge loss of appetite the first month of taking it and lost 12 pounds; after the first month though, I had a normal appetite and gained it all back.
Is it okay to take Xanax if you are prescribed to 500 mg Depakote ER?
just as the person below said...YES you can take them together. i take 2000 mg of depakote a day and a 1mg of xanax whenever i need it. yes it is ok to take xanax with depakote. i take 1000mg of depakote er daily and 3mg xanax daily. only take xanax if prescibed to you or in extreme panic situations. never recreationnaly. withdrawels are a bitch if you get addicted
What is shelf life epival?
The shelf life of Epival is approximately three years. The more common name for Epival is Depakote, and it is commonly prescribed for bipolar disorder.
How can someone be weened of depakote safely without risking convultions?
It depends on how long you have been on the medication and what the dose is, a Dr. who prescribed it would be able to decrease the med in appropriate amounts over a time period that would prevent convulsions,Depakote should never be stopped abruptly.
Will depakote make you test positive for cocaine?
depakote is a seizure med I don't know what it would be classified as on a drug test look up this med and see what it is classified as. It may show up because some medication has been known to show up as others because of some of the ingredients. on the net type depakote info you may be able to find out there.
Can depakote and Darvocet be taken together?
As long as your doctor prescribed them together for you, it should be OK. BUT, if you want to take someone else's meds with a doctor's supervision, putting it mildly, you're taking your life in your hands. The healthy way to go is NOT to take anything not prescribed for you by your doctor.
Is Depakote a MAO inhibitor?
No, Depakote is not an MAO Inhibitor.
Will prilosec interfer with depakote?
yes you wont asbord the depakote
