What is a normal depakote level?

Answer 1

Your psychiatrist will start with a very low dosage and then slowly increase it until the right dosage is found, i.e. the least amount that will be effective. For some people it is as low as 500 or 750mg. For many it is 1000 or 1500mg. Note that this is not a medication you should self-prescribe. It can be very dangerous in some circumstances. Most people do not have serious side effects but some people do, including life-threatening seizures and permanent liver damage. A doctor can minimize the danger. Experimenting with dosage on your own would be extremely hazardous. Even under medical supervision you do not start or stop Depakote suddenly.

Answer 2

this is not correct the dose range is from 250 to 2000mg per day. The quick ? is: Recommended initial dose:15Mgs/Kg/day.Maximun daily dosaging in Canada:60Mg's/Kg/Day. Best Wishes Dave Hobbins E.M.T.-A-P The quick ? is: Recommended initial dose:15Mgs/Kg/day.Maximun daily dosaging in Canada:60Mg's/Kg/Day. Best Wishes Dave Hobbins E.M.T.-A-P

Answer 3

According to the Manufacturer and FDA information, Depakote is not to exceed 1000mg/day in MIGRAINE headache.

For all other uses, Depakote is prescribed based on patient weight (20-30 mg/kg) and the target dose is checked by blood concentration levels ( 50-120 mcg/dL).

Answer 4

The dose needed of Depakote is individualized. The dose needed is whatever it takes to stop the Migraines or seizures. What works for one will not work for another. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of headache disorders, see a board certified headache specialist.

Answer 5

750 mg a day in divided doses... can be increased to 50 mg/kg bw.

Answer 6

the amount your doctor prescribed.