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What do youdo if you've had epilepsy sense you were four years old you are now 16 years old you have taken almost everything and now on depakote what can you take besides that bcitmakes yougainwei?
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∙ 13y ago
Talk to your doctor. Do not make any changes in your treatment without doing so.
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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
What is depakote use to treat?
epilepsybipolar disordermigraine
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 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.
Does Depakote contain methamphetamines?
No, it doesn't. It's a common medication used for Manic Depression and epilepsy.
What is the difference between depakote and Darvocet?
Depakote is an anticonvulsant used for epilepsy, migraines and (mood stabilizer) for bipolar disorder. Darvocet is a strong painkiller which I believe is considered a narcotic.
What are some medicine for bipolar disorder?
seroquel XR, lithium, zoloft, xanax, risperdal, klonopin... depakote is one more that can be used. it is also used as a drug in epilepsy
Depakote er while pregnant?
I am not sure, but you should talk to your neurologist about it. I would proceed with caution with getting pregnant if you have epilepsy, but again, talk to your doctor if you haven't already.
Is it harder to quit using tobacco while on the drugs Depakote and lithium?
It's not easy to quit tobacco under any circumstances. Some people claim it's more addictive than heroin.Lithium is normally used for bipolar disorder, so I presume the Depakote is used as a mood stabilizer. You doctor may add Bupropion if he knows you are trying to stop smoking.Bupropion is sold as Zyban as a smoking cessation drug and as Wellbutrin as a antidepressant, so it'd serve double duty for you.However, Bupropion can cause seizures in patients inclined to epilepsy. If you are taking Depakote for epilepsy, don't even think of taking it.
Can Prozac and depakote be taken together?
I don't recommend it, I did so, and experienced self-induced seizures. You can take Depakote with Tramadol as long as you don't exceed more than 3 a day. I am on both meds and the pharamists told me that and I have lived by it, and I have not had seizures but then again I am taking Depakote for BiPolar Disorder not epilepsy.
What is DEPAKOT?
Depakote® (divalproex sodium) is a medication that is licensed to treat epilepsy and manic episodes, and to prevent migraine headaches. By increasing the amount of a certain brain chemical, the drug can stop or slow down abnormal brain signals that lead to seizures. Depakote is available by prescription and comes in the form of tablets and sprinkle capsules. Source: MedTV
Can you drink while taking Keppra?
yes you can take depakote while driving. I take depakote for seizures, however if you are diagnosed with epilepsy it is a good idea to not drive for 60 days so the medicine has time do control your condition.
