Valproate semisodium

Definition: Valproate (valproic acid, VPA, sodium valproate, and valproate semisodium forms) are medications primarily used to prevent migraine headaches, to treat epilepsy and as a mood stabilizer in the treatment of bipolar disorder. They are useful for the prevention of seizures in those with absence seizures, partial seizures, and generalized seizures. They can be given intravenously or by mouth, and the tablet forms exist in both long- and short-acting formulations. source: Wikipedia

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5641004

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20 Jul 2007

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3864411000001109

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Valproate semisodium