Is 1500 mg of Depakote too much?
Although doses other than 1000 mg once daily of Depakote ER have not been evaluated in patients with migraine, the effective dose range of Depakote (divalproex sodium delayed-release tablets) in these patients is 500-1000 mg/day.
Is 1000 mg of Depakote too much?
The recommended starting dose of Depakote for the prevention of migraine is 250 mg twice daily. The dose may be increased until migraine control is achieved. The maximum recommended dose is 1000 mg/day as needed.
Does Depakote calm you?
Anticonvulsants are sometimes taken to treat the manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. Depakote is sometimes prescribed when patients experience rapid cycling of mood episodes and works by calming the hyperactivity of the brain during mania.
What happens if Depakote doesn’t work?
If seizures continue, the doctor probably will change the amount of Depakote prescribed. If that doesn’t work, the next step may be either to prescribe a different seizure medicine by itself or to prescribe a combination of Depakote and another seizure medicine. Many are available.
Can Depakote worsen depression?
Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), including Depakote, increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior in patients taking these drugs for any indication. Tell your doctor if you have new or worsening depression, suicidal thoughts or behavior, and/or any unusual changes in mood or behavior.
Can Depakote make you manic?
The symptoms vary widely in their pattern, severity, and frequency. Some people may alternate between extreme episodes of mania and depression. Antiepileptic drugs, including Depakote may cause suicidal thoughts or actions in a small number of people, about 1 in 500.
How long does Depakote DR stay in your system?
The highest level of medicine in the blood is reached in 7 to 14 hours after Depakote ER is taken.
How long before Depakote works for mood stabilizer?
Tablets take 4 hours to reach a peak, Depakote sprinkles take just over three. Food can delay the absorption of Depakote (food has a more significant effect on the tablets compared with the sprinkles). It may take several weeks of regular dosing before an effect on mood or seizure frequency is reported.