Epival 120mL Specifications
- Prescription Required: Yes
- Generics: Divalproex Sodium
- Used For: Epilepsy
- Mechanism of Action: Increases gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) levels in the brain to help control epilepsy and stabilize mood.
Epival 120mL Usage and Safety
- Dosage: Divalproex Sodium
- Side Effects: Headache, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, tremors, fatigue, dizziness, hair loss, increased appetite, hallucinations, urinary incontinence, aggravated convulsions, depression, kidney problems, pancreatitis.
- Drug Interactions: Includes phenobarbital, lamotrigine, carbamazepine, and others.
- Indications: Controls epilepsy alone or with other medications; treats manic symptoms of bipolar disorder in adults.
- Contraindications: Avoid if allergic to divalproex sodium, liver disease, mitochondrial disorders, urea cycle disorders, or porphyria.
Epival 120mL Precautions
- Precautions: Contact a doctor immediately if experiencing suicidal thoughts or behavioral changes.
Epival 120mL Warnings
- May harm unborn babies; use effective birth control.
- Discuss health conditions with your doctor, especially if elderly, or have a history of coma or brain dysfunction, or consume alcohol regularly.
- May affect male fertility; reversible upon dose adjustment or discontinuation.
Additional Information
- Pregnancy Category: Consult your physician.
- Storage: Store at room temperature, away from light and heat.
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