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Divalproex
Trade NameDepakote
IndicationSeizures, manic episodes, prevention of headache
ActionIncreases the level of GABA (inhibitory neurotransmitter) in CNS
Therapeutic ClassAnticonvulsant, vascular headache suppressants
Pharmacologic ClassNone
Nursing Considerations• May cause suicidal thoughts, agitation, dizziness, insomnia, hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis • Increases risk for bleeding with Warfarin • Use caution with MAOIs • Monitor liver function tests
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158158 ratings
Divalproex
Trade NameDepakote
IndicationSeizures, manic episodes, prevention of headache
ActionIncreases the level of GABA (inhibitory neurotransmitter) in CNS
Therapeutic ClassAnticonvulsant, vascular headache suppressants
Pharmacologic ClassNone
Nursing Considerations• May cause suicidal thoughts, agitation, dizziness, insomnia, hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis • Increases risk for bleeding with Warfarin • Use caution with MAOIs • Monitor liver function tests
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