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What is DIVACID ER 500MG?
- DIVACID ER 500MG contains Divalproex which belongs to a group of medicines called Anti-Epileptics
CONSUMER MEDICINE INFORMATION
THERAPEUTIC USES
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
INTERACTIONS
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
SIDE EFFECTS
MORE INFORMATION
What DIVACID ER 500MG is used for?
DIVACID ER 500MG is used,
- to treat manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder
- to treat complex partial seizures in adults and children 10 years of age and older
- to treat simple and complex absence seizures, with or without other seizure types
- to prevent migraine headaches
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you:
- are allergic to divalproex or any other ingredients of this medicine
- have a genetic problem call a urea cycle disorder
- are an alcoholic
- have liver problems
- have or have had depression, mood problems or suicidal thoughts or behavior
- have any other medical conditions
- Take DIVACID ER 500MG exactly as your healthcare provider tells you
- Your healthcare provider may change your dose
If you take more DIVACID ER 500MG
- If you take too much DIVACID ER 500MG, call your healthcare provider immediately
If you forget to take DIVACID ER 500MG
- If you miss a dose, just skip that dose. Do not take 2 doses at the same time
If you stop taking DIVACID ER 500MG
- Do not stop taking DIVACID ER 500MG without first talking to your healthcare provider
Like all medicines DIVACID ER 500MG can cause side effects although not everybody gets them.
SERIOUS
COMMON
UNCOMMON
RARE
VERY RARE
- liver damage that can cause death, especially in children younger than 2 years old
- nausea or vomiting that does not go away
- abdominal discomfort
- dark urine
- swelling of your face
- yellowing of your skin or eyes
- suicidal thoughts
- worse depression or anxiety
- panic attacks
- trouble sleeping (insomnia)
- allergic reactions like fever, skin rash, hives, sores in your mouth, blistering and peeling of your skin
- drowsiness or sleepiness in the elderly
Disclaimer:
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