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Depends on which works better for you and causes less upset stomach.
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What is the Difference bewtwwen Depakote ER and Depakote DR?
Depakote EC is enteric coated Depakote, which must be taken in multiple doses daily. Depakote ER is extended release Depakote, which can be taken once daily, and usually requires a dose increase of 8-20% compared with Depakote EC.
What symptoms or problems can occur in a bi polar person if the pharmacy keeps switching their medication from Depakote ER to Depakote DR?
None they are pretty much the same thing with the exception of how the body absorbs them so as long as they are adjusted according to you you will be fine.
Is 500 mlg depakote the same as 500 mlg depakote er?
No. It is not the same at all. ER is extended release, which means it the medication has special coating which controls how fast the drug is released from the pill into your body, which may allow you to take certain medications fewer times a day instead of more often.
Can you go out in the sun when taking Depakote ER?
Yes, there is no problem.
Is depakote more prone to gain weight than depakote ER?
no, they are the same drug just different release profile.
What is ER after medication?
"ER" after a medication name stands for extended release.
Is regular depakote 1500 milligrams equal to depakote ER 1500 milligrams?
The total dose is the same, but the release rate is different.
Does depakote ER show up in drug urine Screen?
No, of course not.
Can taking Depakote ER effect your menstrual cycle?
I have been taking Depakote ER for 4 months now. I have, too, been wondering if this drug changes your menstrual cycle. I am 4 days late and my husband and I have not been trying to conceive. I have a 2 year old and an 8 month old. My cycle has always been regular and I have only been late during my pregnancies. I tested positive on a hpt a little over a week ago. I went to my doctor the following day and had a urine test that was negative. This is all very frustrating to me. I believe this medication is really messing with my hormones. I am finding very little information about this. Help!!! you should not try to get pregnant while on depakote there is a high risk of malformation For the baby or spin a bifid a. Please ask your dr to change your medication!
If you take 250 mg of depakote three times a day how would you take depakote er 250 mg?
250mg 3 po qhs
Can you take antacids with depakote er?
Antacids should not normally be taken with other medicines.
Is 2000 mg's a day too much for depakote for epilepsy?
My son is on 2500 mg of depakote er. His doctor has him check his blood levels and he needs this high dose for the medication to be effective. It has changed his life for the better. The only problem is significant weight gain. Hopefully they will come up with something in the future to help with this.
