What is Depakote ER used to treat?

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What is Depakote ER used to treat?​

Depakote ® (divalproex sodium) tablets, for oral use, and Depakote ® ER (divalproex sodium) extended-release tablets, for oral use, are prescription medications used: 1 to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. 2 alone or with other medicines to treat: 3 to prevent migraine headaches.

How much Depakote can you take in a day?​

Depakote ER should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed or chewed (2.1, 2.2). • Mania: Initial dose is 25 mg/kg/day, increasing as rapidly as possible to achieve therapeutic response or desired plasma level (2.1). The maximum recommended dosage is 60 mg/kg/day (2.1, 2.2).
What are the ingredients in depdepakote ER 250 and 500?
Depakote ER 250 and 500 mg tablets: FD&C Blue No. 1, hypromellose, lactose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, potassium sorbate, propylene glycol, silicon dioxide, titanium dioxide, and triacetin. In addition, 500 mg tablets contain iron oxide and polydextrose.
What are the side effects of dedepakote?
DEPAKOTE can cause serious side effects, including: Serious liver damage that can cause death, especially in children younger than 2 years old. The risk of getting this serious liver damage is more likely to happen within the first 6 months of treatment. In some cases, liver damage may continue despite stopping the drug.

How many times a day can you take Depakote?​

Available in three strengths, Depakote Delayed-Release Tablets must be taken twice a day, as prescribed by your doctor. Talk with your doctor about the most appropriate treatment choice for you. The “ER” in Depakote ER stands for Extended Release.

What are the different forms of Depakote?​

DEPAKOTE comes in different dosage forms. DEPAKOTE ® (divalproex sodium) delayed-release tablets, for oral use, and DEPAKOTE ® ER (divalproex sodium) extended-release tablets, for oral use, are prescription medications used: to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder alone or with other medicines to treat: