What is Depakene syrup for?

This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, mental/mood conditions (such as manic phase of bipolar disorder), and to prevent migraine headaches. It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain.

Does Depakene make you sleepy?

A: Common side effects experienced with Depakote include drowsiness, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, low platelet count, tremors, tiredness, and hair loss. The side effects may be mild to moderate, but they may also be signs of a more serious condition.

What is valproic acid Depakene used for?

Valproic acid is used to treat various types of seizure disorders. Valproic acid is sometimes used together with other seizure medications. Valproic acid is also used to treat manic episodes related to bipolar disorder (manic depression), and to prevent migraine headaches.

Why was depakene discontinued?

This product has been in shortage since January, so stock levels have been depleted over the past few months. Some pharmacies may still have a small amount on hand but may not be able to replenish what they have. Other pharmacies may already be out-of-stock.

How do you stop depakene?

Depakote tapering — a gradual, carefully managed reduction — is the safest way to stop taking this mood stabilizer, classed as an antiepileptic medication. Abruptly stopping Depakote is NOT recommended as it can result in seizures that do not stop and other serious withdrawal symptoms.

Can Depakote damage your kidneys?

Valproic acid may cause serious allergic reactions affecting multiple body organs (eg, liver or kidney).

What is the generic name for Depakene?

Valproic (val-PRO-ik) acid is the generic name (non-brand name) of a widely used type of seizure medicine. The brand-name form of valproic acid in the United States and Canada is Depakene.

Is Depakene still available?

What is Depakene used to treat?

Depakene (solution and liquid capsules) and Depakote Sprinkle Capsules are prescription medicines used alone or with other medicines, to treat: 1 complex partial seizures in adults and children 10 years of age and older 2 simple and complex absence seizures, with or without other seizure types More

How should I take Depakene syrup?

DEPAKENE SYRUP is used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and bipolar disorder. It is also used in the prevention of migraines. It has a calming effect on the brain by relaxing the nerves. DEPAKENE SYRUP may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

What is Depakene (valproic acid)?

Depakene (valproic acid) is available as orange-colored soft gelatin capsules of 250 mg valproic acid, bearing the trademark Depakene for product identification, in bottles of 100 capsules and as a red Oral Solution containing the equivalent of 250 mg valproic acid per 5 mL as the sodium salt in bottles of 16 ounces.

What is the structure of Depakene?

Depakene Description. Depakene (valproic acid) is a carboxylic acid designated as 2-propylpentanoic acid. It is also known as dipropylacetic acid. Valproic acid has the following structure: Valproic acid (pKa 4.8) has a molecular weight of 144 and occurs as a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor.