Depakote
Valproic acid 125mg, 250mg and 500mg gastro-resistant tablets, used in the management of epilepsy and bipolar disorder. GABA levels rise under it.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Valproic Acid
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Gastro-resistant tablet
- Strengths
- 125 · 250 · 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Depakote on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Epilepsy · Bipolar Disorder
- Alternative names
- Epilim
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
- Histone deacetylase inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- migraine prophylaxis
- Contraindications
- hepatic impairment; urea cycle disorders; porphyria
- Precautions and warnings
- regular blood count monitoring recommended; may cause liver toxicity
- Minor side effects
- nausea; tremor; somnolence
- Moderate side effects
- ataxia; weight gain; alopecia
- Dosage forms
- Gastro-resistant tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- AbbVie
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- aspirin; warfarin; phenytoin
Serious side effects
pancreatitis, requires immediate medical attention; hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Valproic acid 125mg, 250mg and 500mg gastro-resistant tablets, used in the management of epilepsy and bipolar disorder. GABA levels rise under it.
Mechanism of action
Valproate acts by increasing the concentration of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, which stabilizes electrical activity and balances mood regulation.
Age restrictions
High risk in pregnancy (avoid in females of childbearing potential unless no other treatment is effective).
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Strictly contraindicated due to risk of birth defects. Breastfeeding: Generally not recommended.
Depakote is a widely used brand formulation of Valproic Acid, a treatment commonly applied for Epilepsy and Bipolar Disorder. This medication is also known by the brand Epilim. It is supplied as a tablet in strengths ranging from 125mg to 500mg to suit individual patient requirements.
Buying Depakote online
Accessing Valproic Acid online provides a reliable alternative for expats and residents across the region.
What you will receive
Depakote is the originator brand name, made by AbbVie. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with AbbVie and do not ship the original Depakote.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Valproic Acid) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.