Description and Brand Names
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US Brand Name
- Depakene
- Depakote
- Depakote DR
- Depakote ER
- Depakote Sprinkles
- Stavzor
Canadian Brand Name
- Alti-Valproic
Descriptions
Valproic acid is used to treat certain types of seizures (epilepsy). This medicine is an anticonvulsant that works in the brain tissue to stop seizures.
Valproic acid is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness), and helps prevent migraine headaches.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Syrup
- Capsule, Liquid Filled
- Tablet, Delayed Release
- Capsule, Delayed Release
- Tablet, Extended Release
Portions of this document last updated: Oct. 01, 2019
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