I have been on it for 6 months and can no longer tolerate it. It has more adverse effects than benefits, for me.
How long does it take to withdraw from divalproex sodium?
Question posted by mmmousemaid on 8 July 2022
Last updated on 9 July 2022 by masso
Added 8 July 2022:
last two weeks at half of the 125mg tablet; last two days at 0; clonazepam helps; initial 350mg caused body immobilization, low consciousness, ER dr. asked me to half it or stop it, until psych. evaluation;
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masso
9 July 2022
"The withdrawal can go on for a week more to months. Typically, it´s 2-4 weeks."
Source: Epilepsy Foundation
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