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Valproic acid is intended as a mood altering drug. It is often used to eliminate or lessen the effects of depression. However, the drug also has some adverse side effects. For example, longterm use is known to cause liver or kidney damage.
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What does low level of Valproic acid mean?
what does low leels of valproic acid mean
What is Valproic acid?
Valproic acid is an anticonvulsant used to control seizures in the treatment of epilepsy
How often is Valproic acid used?
Valproic acid usually requires two to four oral doses each day
Is Valproic acid an anticonvulsant?
Yes
What is Valproic acid related to?
Valproic acid is closely related to divalproex sodium and valproate sodiumValproic acid is closely related to divalproex sodium and valproate sodium
Should alcohol be avoided with valproic acid or divalproex sodium?
Persons should avoid alcohol while taking valproic acid or divalproex sodium
How does Valproic acid affect the brain?
Valproic acid is thought to depress activity in certain areas of the brain, suppressing the irregular firing of neurons to prevent seizures
Which color tube for blooddraw for valproic acid?
red
What is another name for Valproic acid?
Depakene or Depakote
What is Depakene or Depakote also called?
Valproic acid
What is depakote made of?
It is a derivative of an organic acid called Valproic Acid. However as pure Valproic Acid is a liquid at room temperature and can upset the stomach a 50-50 mixture of Valproic Acid with its sodium salt, Sodium Valproate is used. This mixture is called Divalproex Sodium for the generic and Depakote for the brand name. There are several inert ingredients in the pills too (including vanilla in the brand name DR pills). The full chemical name of Valproic Acid is 2-Propylpentanoic acid.
What are the side effects of valproic acid?
Valproic acid will intensify the effects of other anticonvulsants, barbiturates, alcohol, and anti-depressants. It interacts with aspirin and heparin to increase the risk of spontaneous bleeding.
