DEPAKOTE

Seizures are sudden contractions that might occur in the different and critical parts of the body. It has been seen that seizures at times can prove to be fatal and even the possibility of life risk arises during such time. Therefore this needs to be taken care and proper medical attention needs to be given to the patients suffering from seizures. There are many medicines that are available in the market. Depakote is a medicine that are advised and prescribed by the doctors to the patients who are suffering from seizure disorders.

Depakote (divalproex sodium USAN) 500 mg Tablets

Depakote are used for the treatment of migraines and headaches in patients suffering from severe headaches. The mood disorders can also be treated with the help of this drug. This drug is also prescribed by the doctors for the treatment of the manic depression which is commonly known as the bipolar disorder. It is strictly restricted for use for the pregnant women and also for the lactating mothers. The main ingredient that forms the Depakote is the Divalproex sodium. Seizures are common during the time of pregnancy. Therefore there are higher possibilities of using the drugs during the time of pregnancy by women. It has been seen that the medicine can prove to be fatal for the unborn babies. There are certain diseases during which it is not at all recommended for the use of the medicine. Some of the diseases like the Alpers' disease or Alpers-Huttenlocher syndrome are commonly found in the younger children within the age of 2 years. Also the people suffering from diarrhoea and liver related disorders are suggested not to use the medicine. The medicine has been approved for use for people older than 10 years for seizures and above the age of 12 years for the migraine treatment.

Depakote actually increases the gamma amminobutyric acid, commonly known as (GABA), levels in the brain, so as to counter the migraine and the seizure attacks. Generally the medicine is prescribed along with other medicines so as to counter the effects of headaches and other related disorders. Generally the Depakote is used with other medicines from the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) category that helps to counter the bipolar disorder. Together they work as anti-depressants. Expecting mothers are advised not to intake the medicine as it might cause in complications while giving birth. Also it has been observed that babies born to mother, who had excessive consumption of the medicine, develop spinal cord and brain damage as well.

Depakote can be consumed orally and can be swallowed completely while taking water. It is not advisable to chew or to break the medicine tablet and consume the same. This is because it might produce some unwanted irritation at the throat and the mouth. The dosage and the consumption of the medicine depend on the doctor’s prescription depending upon the medical condition of the patient. Liver failures are also reported due to the excessive consumption of the medicine. It is therefore always advisable for the patients to consult the doctor before consuming themedicine.

• Depakote (divalproex sodium) Tablets - Medication Guide