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Sleepless: How do you keep your spouse asleep & get sleep youself?
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Jul 20 9:06am | Replies (18)Comment receiving replies
My husband was just described a low dose of Depakote to try to calm some of his sleep agitation. Does anyone else have experience with this drug?
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12 Depakote Side Effects You Should Know About https://www.goodrx.com/depakote/common-side-effects
Written by Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPS | Reviewed by Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Updated on April 1, 2024
@pamela78 I found this information. Remember, not all suffer side effects. The more serious side effects are only experience by a few people, by law, all the side effects must be noted. Count your husband as one who doesn’t suffer side effects!
Depakote (divalproex sodium) has many possible side effects. Some of the most common ones are nausea and vomiting, headache, and drowsiness. Dizziness, tremors, and vision problems can also occur.
More serious Depakote side effects include liver damage, birth defects, and pancreatitis. Bleeding problems and suicidal thoughts and behavior are also possible.
Most Depakote side effects can be managed at home. But some serious side effects may require a call to your prescriber or emergency care. If you experience severe vomiting, bleeding that won’t stop, or facial swelling, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.