Depakote
Leo DiCataldo, Science, Mr. Fraser, May, 4, 2016
Introduction
A prescription drug is a substance that alters the body from current functioning to treat a disease or disorder and must it be prescribed by a medical doctor. A very popular drug that treats seizures is Valproic Acid, otherwise known as Depakote.
The Condition The constant firing of neurons in the brain during normal everyday actions is called electrical brain activity. Seizures are changes in the brain's electrical activity, which can "cause dramatic, noticeable symptoms or even no symptoms at all (healthline.com)." During a seizure, nerve cells leave their regular positions where they delivered orders from the brain to other parts of the body. The neurons fire in
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The most common side effects include bleeding gums, diarrhea, constant chills, loss of appetite, nausea, unusual weight gain or loss, and tingling hands. More serious side effects include delusions ("beliefs that are not true" dictionary.com), back or side pain, abnormal dreams, change of personality, lip smacking, irritability, and vomiting. The drug can also cause anxiety, rapidly changing moods, and hyperventilation. Less common side effects include small red- purple dots on the skin, yellow eyes, swollen joints, hair thinning, and excessive urination. Other less common side effects are puffy cheeks, loss of strength, loss of bladder control, and dizziness.
There are many precautions the patient must be wary about while taking Depakote. Patients with a liver disease/disorder like Ascites or a urea cycle disease/disorder cannot take the drug. If you have a liver disease/disorder, Depakote might worsen the condition or kill you. Also, when some young people first take Depakote they might have thoughts about suicide. These symptoms require prompt medical
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Some examples are whether this drug ever killed anyone and what happens when you overdose. I would like to know more about the origin of Depakote because there was not that much information on the web. I would also like to know if this drug is still being improved or if medical doctors are trying to replace it another more effective drug with fewer side effects. I also would like to know some opinions about the drug from patients who have used this drug. If someone I cared about is prescribed with this drug (My brother actually is.) I would be very worried about the side effects and check up on them
Seizure are uncontrolled or sudden abnormal electrical activity in the brain which causes abnormal motor and sensory activity and where the patient becomes unconsciousness. It is caused by the depolarization of the neurons. Any changes that takes place in our body that may be internal or external it can easily stimulate the irritable neurons. Seizure last for a second or a minute, in which the neurons stops unexpectedly. The pattern of electrical activity or brain waves during a seizure can be seen in EEG, by knowing what type of seizure. There are different
Seizure is an abnormal electrical activity in a person's brain, seizures can occur on a daily basis. Others have them once every couple of months and many may have them every now and then or never if treated with medication. There are many types of seizure, for some seizures a person may become very stiff leading them to pass out and their whole body shakes, full body-seizures can reduce breathing, bite their tongues causing them to bleed,
Although much can be said about Depakote’s dismal prospect. The mother with her teenage son informed that if it was not for this medication, her son’s mood would have been intolerable. She stated that because of an adjusted dosage, her son’s mood has been stable and tolerable. Without the Depakote medication, her son would have been unruly, and disrespectful. Last couple of years the son had been attending an alternative school within the local school district. The school administrator who previously withdrew him from the school had matriculated him back into the school population. The parent is hopeful, that the Depakote medication can sustain and stabilize her son’s mood long enough to avoid any sorts of altercation at school. However, just
Short-term effects are increased respiration, rapid heart rate, decreased appetite, increased physical activity, irregular heartbeat, increased body temperature, and increased blood pressure (www.drugabuse.gov). The long-term effects include: skin sores, extreme weight loss, and severe dental problems, as well as higher risk of contracting infectious diseases (www.drugabuse.gov).
Currently, Stan is on Depakote, Divalproex sodium, which is an antipsychotic medication used for treating Bipolar disorders (Grilly, 2012). It is a second generation medication and has been proven to be effective treatment. With the proper dosage, Depakote can reduce manic episodes and shorten hospital stay. Depakote can also help prevent future manic episodes and helps patients to live a productive life in the community. The recommended daily dose is 750 mg divided into two doses (Preston, O’Neal, & Talaga, 2010). Depakote can be administered thru a time release tablet or sprinkle. Depakote also is not known to be an addictive medication.
Different seizure medicines tend to yield different types of side effects. Just because a certain effect is common with one medication, however, does not mean that the individual will experience it. Many people have few or no problems with side effect. Some side effects are associated with specific medications and occur fairly frequently. Examples of some idiosyncratic effects are listed here. Of note, these will vary from one drug to another. Common dose dependent side effects are usually related to symptoms of the central nervous system and occur with higher dose amounts. Dilantin is often initial drug of choice. Prescribers have to be careful in switching from generic to trade name as bioavailability may vary and can lead to toxicity).
A seizure is a disruption of the electrical activity between neurons in the brain. The resulting chemical changes can lead to a surge of electrical activity causing a seizure. Aside from trauma to the brain due to injury, or
The history of Ketamine dates back to 1962 when Calvin Stevens synthesized it at the Parke Davis Laboratories. Ketamine was initially named CI-581 and developed as a derivative of PCP. These drugs are mainly used as anesthetic but also used as hallucinogenic. Ketamine is mostly used in Texas hospitals to treat patients.
From 1958 through 1961 a mild barbiturate wreaked havoc for expectant mothers and their fetuses. The drug was originally marketed in Europe, by a pharmaceutical company named Grunenthal. The, unknown at the time teratogen or placenta passing, drug is called Thalidomide. Its popularity grew quickly because it is nonlethal, even in overdose, and a deadly quantity has yet to be found. Thalidomide is still used today, despite the extraordinary suffering, it has caused. Alas, Thalidomide was prescribed to pregnant women to help them through pregnancy symptoms, caused thousands of infants to be born with terrible deformities and deficient in countless areas, and has made a life of struggles for the children of Thalidomide.
If you develop any side effects, such as nausea, diarrhea, rash, white patches in your mouth, a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, or severe fatigue, tell your health care provider. He or she may have recommendations of things you can do to relieve your symptoms.
One must intake, this medicine only after consulting with the doctor. Since, by consuming this medicine for long duration or in inadequate quantity, may cause serious for instance liver problems, nausea, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, etc. To prevent the side effects one must avoid intake of alcohol consumption and must take a healthy diet. Moreover, one must only intake the dosage amount as suggested by the doctor. Since, the dosage of the medicine depends on several factors like, age, medical condition, weight, etc. so one must intake the right amount of
Common side effects include psychological reactions as the medication wears off. These reactions may include agitation, confusion, or psychosis. Elevated blood pressure and muscle tremors are relatively common, while low blood pressure and a decrease in breathing
Epilepsy is a condition in which an individual experiences recurrent seizures, all of which vary greatly. Caused by an occurrence of sporadic electrical surges in the brain, the categories of epilepsy are manifold. These seizures have multiple causes and treatment options and in the best cases, the seizure may be completely controlled. Epilepsy is one of the most common serious disorders of the brain affecting about 50 million people worldwide. Anyone could be diagnosed with epilepsy once they develop a tendency to have seizures.
Epilepsy, also called seizure disorder, chronic brain disorder that briefly interrupts the normal electrical activity of the brain to cause seizures, characterized by a variety of symptoms including uncontrolled movements of the body, disorientation or confusion, sudden fear, or loss of consciousness. Epilepsy may result from a head injury, stroke, brain tumor, lead poisoning, genetic conditions, or severe infections like meningitis or encephalitis. In over 70 percent of cases no cause for epilepsy were identified. About 1 percent of the world population, or over 2 million people, are diagnosed with epilepsy.
*This drug may cause drowsiness, trouble with thinking, trouble with controlling movements, or trouble with seeing clearly.