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Is Depakene and Depakote the same thing?
The biggest difference between Depakene and Depakote lies in how the body breaks them down. Depakene is made of valproic acid only. Depakote is made by combining valproic acid and sodium valproate (another similar chemical) in a lab.
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.
Is Depakene immediate release?
Depakote Delayed-Release Tablets are “delayed-release,” which means they have a special coating that prevents the drug from dissolving too early in the digestive tract. Available in three strengths, Depakote Delayed-Release Tablets must be taken twice a day, as prescribed by your doctor.
Does valproic acid make you sleepy?
feeling tired or sleepy – as your body gets used to valproic acid, these side effects should wear off. If these symptoms do not get better within a week or two, your doctor may either reduce your dose or increase it more slowly.
When was Depakene approved by the FDA?
Approval Date: 12/20/2002.
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.
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 are the forms of Depakene?
Dosage Forms And Strengths. 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.
When should I stop taking Depakene (valproic acid liquid)?
Keep taking Depakene (valproic acid liquid) as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Depakene (valproic acid liquid) all of a sudden without calling your doctor. You may have a greater risk of seizures.
What should I know about Depakene before taking it?
Do not take Depakene (valproic acid liquid) to prevent migraine headaches if you are pregnant or if you are not using birth control to prevent pregnancy. This medicine may cause very bad and sometimes deadly pancreas problems (pancreatitis). This may happen soon after use as well as many years after use.