Depakote: Overview

Depakote (a compound of divalproex sodium and valproic acid) is a commonly prescribed seizure medication used to treat various types of seizure disorders and manic episodes of bipolar disorder. In the U.S., it is also used to treat chronic pain, migraine headaches, epilepsy and neuropathy. Depakote is manufactured by the drug company Abbott Laboratories.

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Depakote: Lawsuits, Litigation & Lawyers

Semisodium valproate (a compound of sodium valproate and valproic acid) is a medicine used in the drug Depakote to treat migraines, seizure disorders and manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. One of the most serious side effects of using semisodium valproate is the higher than average incidence of birth defects that result when the drug is taken during pregnancy.

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