Parental therapy: Sub-Q preferred because of hypersensitivity risk with IV or IM administration.a (See Boxed Warning.) Route of administration depends on the severity of the prothrombin deficiency and the risks associated with administration by each route.c.
Brand name medicines appear in green; generic medicines appear in red. Donât confuse Depakote with Depakote ER. Depakote (divalproex sodium) ER is a medicine used to treat seizure disorders, migraine headaches, and certain mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder. The âERâ part of the name stands for âextended release,â meaning the contents of the medicine are released slowly, not all at once, after you take the medicine.
Drug information provided by: Micromedex. US Brand Name. Depakote; Depakote DR; Depakote ER; Depakote Sprinkles; Canadian Brand Name. Alti-Valproic; Descriptions. Divalproex sodium is used to treat certain types of seizures (epilepsy). This medicine is an anticonvulsant that works in the brain tissue to stop seizures. Divalproex sodium is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness), and helps prevent migraine headaches. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription. This product is available in the following dosage forms: Tablet, Extended Release. Tablet, Enteric Coated.