Divalproex ER is a prescription drug licensed for treating mania and epilepsy, and for preventing migraines. This eMedTV resource explains how divalproex ER works, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing information.
Side effects of divalproex ER can include nausea or vomiting, infections, and drowsiness. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible divalproex ER side effects, including potentially serious problems that should be reported to your doctor.
Divalproex ER is used for preventing migraine headaches and treating epilepsy and mania. This eMedTV page describes how the drug works for these conditions, explains whether it can be used in children, and lists common "off-label" divalproex ER uses.
Divalproex ER dosing for migraine prevention generally starts at 500 mg once daily. This eMedTV article also offers divalproex ER dosage recommendations for the treatment of epilepsy and manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder.
When drugs like rifampin or aspirin are taken with divalproex ER, drug interactions may potentially occur. This eMedTV page covers other drugs that may cause drug interactions with divalproex ER, as well as the possible effects of mixing the medicines.
Before using divalproex ER, tell your doctor if you have allergies, liver disease, or a urea cycle disorder. This eMedTV resource lists other important precautions and warnings with divalproex ER and explains who should not take the drug.
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