DV500 (Divalproex 500 mg)
Pill imprint DV500 has been identified as Divalproex sodium delayed-release 500 mg.
Divalproex sodium is used in the treatment of bipolar disorder; mania; migraine prevention; epilepsy; borderline personality disorder (and more), and belongs to the drug class fatty acid derivative anticonvulsants. When treating epilepsy and manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder: There is positive evidence of human fetal risk during pregnancy. When treating migraine: Not for use in pregnancy. Divalproex sodium 500 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Imprint:
- DV500
- Strength:
- 500 mg
- Color:
- Purple
- Shape:
- Elliptical / Oval
- Availability:
- Prescription only
- Drug Class:
- Fatty acid derivative anticonvulsants
- Pregnancy Category:
- D - Positive evidence of risk - When treating epilepsy and manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder
X - Not for use in pregnancy - When treating migraine - CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Manufacturer:
- Genpharm Inc.
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