RSD Alert
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RSD Alert is a voluntary
organisation publishing RSD/CRPS
information, mostly provided
by our readers.
Every approved medical drug works for some people but not for others.
Don't be alarmed by what you read. If in doubt consult your medical
advisor.
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Drugs |
Drugs on RSD Alert
(notes and comments from correspondents) |
Depakote |
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Description |
DEPAKOTE is used for treatment of migraine headaches. Based on the generic drug, valproic acid. |
Side effects(Don't be unduly alarmed. All drugs cause side effects for some patients) |
Abdominal pain, alopecia, back pain, diarrhoea, dizziness, dyspepsia, increased appetite, nausea, somnolence, tremor, vomiting, weight gain |
Warnings(These are standard cautions but may not be applicable to your case) |
Depakote should not be administered to patients with hepatic disease or significant hepatic dysfunction. Avoid use for patients who are receiving valproate. Great care is advised if used for women who may be pregnant due to potential risk of injury to the foetus. Care also advised when administered to patients over 65. |
Comments |
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took Topamax for just over a year for migraine and seizure control.
The side-effects while I was in the ramping-up period were quite
annoying: dizziness, tingling, memory loss and general goofiness/confusion.
However, after reaching full dosage (125mg/day)I had fantastic results,
with only a bit of agitation, but no pain relief for chronic injuries
whatsoever. At the beginning of 2003, my neurologist switched my medication to Depakote ER, stating that there was much less chance of my sight being affected adversely on this than with Topamax. I have been able to find no info regarding Topamax affecting sight, but, I went ahead and changed meds, with negative results. Barb - Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
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