User Reviews for Depakote oral

If I could I would put no stars on effectiveness or satisfied. I basically told my doctor to get me off this medication. I lost tons of hair, it caused bruising without much effort. I developed a kind of indent in my skin, on chins. it was noticeable. I became not such a nice person. Had major memory problems. My brother was also on this drug. Even though I asked him to get off the drug, he didn't. He ended up committing suicde. I beleive this drug played a part in his death. I HATE THIS DRUG!!!!!Read More Read Less

makes a little sleepy feeling, but it is a lot better than taking lithium.I feel I can manage my manic episodes much better.It is hell being bipolar 1 but along with celexa I think I can live more of a normal life, I hope!

It seems to be working, although I don't know if this is another natural correction that may last for who knows how long. I will take it until its not working anymore.

This medication has been the most effective in keeping my moods from swinging so severely since I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and I have been on almost all of them out there. The only problem I have is the size of the pill, especially when I have to take 3 500mg pills. The size needs to be taken down. I have actually had incidences when I could absolutely not swallow the medication.

So Far sO good. But I go to the doctor the 30th of December.

I was given this medication for my anxiety. I tried so many ssris, and antidepressants but nothing worked. I was nervous about trying this medication because of the severe side effects that could happen but inane so excited that I tried it. For the first time in 4 years I feel normal, my relationships with my husband and mom are great. I'm enjoying life and I'm getting complimented on how well I am doing. It also helps me sleep at night and prevents me from having so many migraines. It took me about 2 weeks to adjust but after that I have been great. The only side effects: drowsy, and some blurred vision when I get to tired. Also, I don't feel like a zombie like the antidepressants made me feel. Overall I'm very happy. My only concern is that you can't take it when your pregnant, and I want to have a baby in the next few years. Read More Read Less

I am concerned that I have developed Essential Tremours which may be related to Depoakote. My Psych has reduced the dose but is this enough?

way to many side effects!!throwing up, dizzy (severe), Mood changes (severe),stomach cramps (moderate),weaknes (everyday),HEADACHES (everyday),easily angered and annoyed ALL DAY,

having breathing difficulties, worsening asthma symptoms, not sleeping well slep two hours coughing wakes me up. this started abou a wek ago with persistant cough, now its a wheeze with diffucukty breathing.

it worked for a while but made me very ill

I have had migraines in various degrees since I was a teen. There were long perions here I would have 1 or 2 a year. Took a bad fall(face plant) and severely injured my spine. It was 7 months before being prescribed Depakote 500mg, (after trying many other options) a week into the medication I suddenly realized my near daily ritual of lying in bed with pillow over my head was no longer necessary. I realize 2 weeks into this medication is too early to know for sure of its effectiveness, but for me a week without a migraine puts this drug in my miracle catagory. I have some stomach irritation, which I hope will soon go away. No medication is right for everyone so if this doesn't work for you keep trying. Good luck !Read More Read Less

750mg keeps my head balanced.some hair loss. Stopped seroquel- gained 60 lbs. Stopped adderall and straterra for adhd- both put me in manic state. Use supplement L-theanine (from green tea) during the day for anxiety 200mg 2 or 3 times no drowsiness

I have had good experience with this drug but , have been told recently that one of the side effects were loss of hair!!I'm surely losing my hair. I have 2 wear a wig now.I also was dignosed with Alopecia which is loss of hair.Is it the med or what?? Any answers out there would b appreciated!!!

GREAT! The best drug I ever took.

i have vomited a few times so far and my hands and feet have swollen so much it hurts to walk.

It reduced my Dopameine levels and caused Parkinson's syndrome.

I was put on the medication after trying to be off meds for almost a year. I took it for 20+ years and in 2010 I got pancreatis and had to stop taking it. I have been trying to find the right one again.

scared about the liver stuff...

It makes me drowsy but all in all very effective at stabilizing my moods