Valproate Sodium - Valproate Sodium - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Valproate Sodium.
• Depacon
• val-PROE-ate SOE-dee-um

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, or pain/redness/swelling at the injection site, altered taste, sweating, or nervousness may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Usage Instructions

• Follow all instructions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids.
• If you have questions regarding the use of this medication, consult your pharmacist.
• Give this medication by vein (IV), usually over 60 minutes in a dextrose (D5W) or saline (NS) solution, as directed by your doctor.
• You will be switched to an oral form of this drug when you are able to take medication by mouth.
• The dosage is based on your weight, medical condition, and response to treatment.
• Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not increase your dose, give it more frequently, or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed.
• Doing so could increase side effects.
• Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using this drug.
• Doing so could cause an increase in seizures.
• Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
• If either is present, do not use the liquid.
• Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
• Consult your pharmacist.

Valproate Sodium Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory and/or medical tests (for example, liver function tests, blood count) will be performed to monitor for side effects and response to treatment.

Medicinal Applications

• Valproate sodium is used to help control seizures and treat seizure disorders (complex partial seizures, absence seizures, other seizures).
• It is usually used when the patient cannot take the oral form of this drug (for example, valproic acid) .

Valproate Sodium Storage Instructions

• Store vials at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• After dilution in correct IV fluids and storage in a proper container (consult your pharmacist for details), the drug is stable at room temperature for 24 hours.
• Discard any unused portion of the vial(s).

Warning

• Rarely, serious (sometimes fatal) liver problems have occurred in patients using this drug.
• Children under 2 years of age who are using this drug are at higher risk for these liver problems, especially if they have a severe seizure disorder with mental retardation; are using more than one anti-seizure drug; have body process (metabolic) problems; or have brain disorders.
• If this drug is used in these patients, do not use additional anti-seizure drugs.
• Early signs of liver problems include.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Read Before Using Valproate Sodium (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.