Divalproex sodium tablets are sometimes used together with other seizure medications
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What Is Divalproex Sodium and How Does It Work? Divalproex sodium is a stable
Sodium valproate occurs as an essentially white and odorless, crystalline
The following sampling times are recommended: 1, 2, and 4 hours and every 2 hours thereafter, until at least 80% of the drug is dissolved
The newest formulation of divalproex is in the form of an extended-release tablet, Depakote ER ® (ER), which provides a once-daily administration option for the treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes of bipolar disorder, independent of the presence of psychotic features ( Abbott Laboratories 2006 )
Divalproex ER oral tablets come in two strengths: 250 mg and 500 mg
Note in graphic Divalproex ER is the same as Divalproex SA in the text
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Recommended Storage - Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
Divalproex sodium delayed-release tablets should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed or chewed ( 2
The above information is intended to supplement, not Divalproex sodium is a stable co-ordination compound comprised of sodium valproate and valproic acid in a 1:1 molar relationship and formed during the partial neutralization of valproic acid with 0
Depakote initial dose: 750 mg/day PO in divided doses
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Divalproex sodium delayed-release tablets should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed or chewed (2