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Divalproex Sodium Questions

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No medication seems to work for me...What can be the cause to this?

Dear members, I am new to this site as a member but have been frequently visiting it for self-education purposes for a while now. My main concern is that no medication on the market has seemed to work for me. I was initially diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder then Depression and finally ADHD.... read more

Divalproex sodium and clonazepam: similarities?

Is divalproex sodium simply a higher dose of clonazepam? They seem to be in the same category: anti-convulsants. If used for bipolar disorder, would they just be affecting the depression side alone?

Can I do a fast while taking propranolol, divalproex sodium, trazodone, bupropion & olanzapine?

I would like to fast 3 days or up to 7 days straight. No food. I will be drinking fluids to stop things like cramping. So I was wondering, can I fast while taking these medications? Propranolol, divalproex sodium, trazodone, bupropion & olanzapine?

Divalproex sodium ER vs Lamictal?

My husband takes divalproex sodium ER for bipolar and jerking but now his tremors are worse. If he changes to Lamictal, will he still experience tremors?

Divalproex sodium and Synthroid interaction?

Is there a relationship between divalproex sodium and Synthroid? Does divalproex sodium have an effect on TSH for example?

Divalproex sodium and hypoglycemia?

Does divalproex sodium cause hypoglycemia? Since starting this med. I have to reduce my insulin dose from 40-42 units to 16 units, and I still have to catch up with the speedingly decreasing blood sugar safe range, every few hours by eating more.

How long does it take to withdraw from divalproex sodium?

I have been on it for 6 months and can no longer tolerate it. It has more adverse effects than benefits, for me.

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