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Depakote (Divalproex) is a anti-convulsant. It is usually prescribed for persons who are Bipolar(Manic Depression), or a similar illness. It is sometimes prescribed for people who experience chronic migraine headaches.
Answerdepakote is also used for seisure control,the shaking of Parkinsons disease and also the leg cramps and pain of nerve damage due to Diabetes
AnswerDepakote is believed to work by enhancing the actions of natural brain chemical, GABA gamma amminobutyric acid. Gaba is a neurotransmitter that carries messages between brain nerve cells. Gaba inhibits the transmission of these signals and it reduces nervous excitation.
It also treats other conditions like anxiety, depression, and Bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, preventing migraine headaches, and reducing chronic pain, neuropathic pain.
It can make you gain serious weight. But that is one of the most common side effects, and reasons why most people stop taking it. You should get regular blood tests while taking Depakote, to monitor liver function, and blood cells. Skin and hair problems are common. Hair loss is common too.
AnswerDepakote is a medication used to treat several things. Treating mania associated with bipolar disorder, to treat complex partial seizures and absence seizures in epilepsy, and for prevention of migraine headaches, panic disorder, rages/aggression. Anticonvulsants can be used to treat other painful conditions such as, postherpetic neuralgia. They are also used to treat chronic pain, the exact way in which they reduce the pain is not known, they may block the flow of pain signals from the central nervous system. How it works with bipolar disorder is that it's a mood stabalizer. It increases the amount of GABA in the brain. When you nerve signals and receptors are not regulated properly by the natural chemical in the brain called GABA your nerve cells can't communicate with each other. When GABA is released in the brain, it acts as a stabalizer keeping the coating on the cells, allowing them to communicate and not get over stimulated. Depakote prevents a breakdown of GABA in the brain. Allowing more stability for nerve cell communication. Basically GABA is a natural calming chemical,it helps keep your brain cells functioning properly. If your GABA levels are low, or
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Is monthly blood work needed when on depakote?
Bi-monthly is recommended to check liver functions. Which can be damaged from the depakote
When taking depakote is monthly blood work needed?
no, typically annual.
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What is the normal blood depakote level?
between 50 to 125
What lab is used for a depakote level?
valproate blood level
Can you take meds before blood work for depakote levels?
It's generally recommended to wait to take your medication before blood work for Depakote (valproate) levels. Blood tests for medication levels are typically most accurate when drawn right before the next dose is due, as this reflects the peak level in your system. Always consult with your healthcare provider for specific instructions based on your individual treatment plan.
Does depakote change your ldl levels?
Depakote has been shown to sometimes increase LDL levels. Most patients on Depakote undergo regular blood testing to keep an eye on their liver function and cholesterol levels.
Why doesn't depakote show up in my blood work?
conventional drug tests aren't looking for it, so it won't show. it is not a drug an employer can prohibit.
How does a nanobot work?
They are injected in the blood stream to deliver medications or fixing your ailments in the body.
Why does it take long for birth control to work?
Because it needs to enter your blood stream.
What other components are used when checking depakote levels?
Vaproate test. This would only be requested by your doctor.
How long does testosterone injections take to enter into blood stream and work effectively?
Two days.
