User Reviews for Depakote ER

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Condition	Reviews	Compare	Avg. Ratings
Mania	0 review(s)	20 medications	10
Epilepsy	2 review(s)	15 medications	9.3
Migraine Prevention	3 review(s)	32 medications	8.7

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gregw said:		User Rating:	9.0
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium) for Migraine Prevention: I have been on Depakote ER 1000mg for 2 months and it has almost solved my migraine problem. I still get a few slight nagging headaches, which are easy to treat with ibuprofen. The side effects of stomach upset and fatigue seem to be improving. I think I notice some weight gain, maybe too early to tell. So far so good. I'm happy with this medication. My migraines were threating my ability to earn a living and many days were spent in bed. Things are looking up. 0 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
July 14, 2008 11:53 PM

stefaniekelly said:		User Rating:	9.0
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium) for Migraine Prevention: Responded well to this medicine, after failing everything, including Topamax. I had severe motion component with migraine. Could not stand, roll over or lean over without increased pain/pressure. Depakote finally worked after trying many medicines for 2 1/2 months. just don't like the weight gain 2 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
June 10, 2008 7:28 PM

HoustonBFSkinner (unregistered) said:		User Rating:	8.0
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium) for Epilepsy: After trying 4 different meds this one was the first I was able to tolerate for a longer period. The seizures came under control and all was well. Unfortunatly my amonia levels (a very rare side effect but one that you need to be aware of) began to rise to scary levels so I had to quit ASAP. However if I had not had this issue I would have gladly stayed on the drug. 1 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
April 1, 2008 10:03 PM

Maggiebxr (unregistered) said:		User Rating:	8.0
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium) for Migraine Prevention: After trying Topamax for months with no relief, I have been on Depakote ER for three months with GREAT relief! I was having migraine headaches 17 out of 31 days a month, now- maybe one a month (taking Axert when I have pain). The only problem I have had is I have gained 10 pounds in less than three months....this is horrible for me, as I could have afforded to have lost 10 pounds when starting Depakote! My Dr. is going to have me try to mis in 25 mg. of Topamax to suppresse the appetite. 5 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
March 7, 2008 4:54 PM

Dale in Atlanta (unregistered) said:		User Rating:	10
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium) for Epilepsy: I have had no gran mal seizures now for 4 years. I was on regular enteric coated Depakote since 1989 but always seemed to have a break through seizure every 2 to 3 years. I am on 1750 mg of Depakote ER now per day and I weigh about 175 lbs and am a 5.5 foot man. I was once diagnosed with complex-partial seizures because I had a psychomotor seizure and petit mal once or twice, but most of mine have been gran mal/ tonic/clonic. 5 user(s) found this comment helpful. Did you? Yes No Report as inappropriate
March 3, 2008 9:24 PM