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Divalproex Sprinkle
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Divalproex Sprinkle

Generic name: divalproex sodium
Dosage form: capsule, delayed release
Drug class:Fatty acid derivative anticonvulsants

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 1, 2022.

WARNING: LIFE THREATENING ADVERSE REACTIONS

Hepatotoxicity
General Population: Hepatic failure resulting in fatalities has occurred in patients receiving valproate and its derivatives. These incidents usually have occurred during the first six months of treatment. Serious or fatal hepatotoxicity may be preceded by non-specific symptoms such as malaise, weakness, lethargy, facial edema, anorexia, and vomiting. In patients with epilepsy, a loss of seizure control may also occur. Patients should be monitored closely for appearance of these symptoms. Serum liver tests should be ..