curious about valproic acid ?

[Corey]

ive been prescribed valproic acid its also called depekote for bipolar i was just wandering if its helped anybody and were there any negative side affects and how it made you feel

[teamrudlo]

My brother takes this drug. He has felt so much better and has fewer episodes of mania. I also work at a behavioral/mental health center. Many patients are on this medication. They do report feeling more tired in the beginning. Here are the side effects of this drug (remember these are possible side effects): indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, dizziness, and can be toxic to the liver. The 3 things I think you need to know are:
1. Don't quit taking the medication because you feel better and think you don't need it anymore. This is a common mistake that can throw you right back into mania.
2. You need liver panels done to check levels.
3. Take with or after a meal.

[bso]

it does helps ,sometimes it does have side effects, you should discuss with your physician