Alti-Valproic and Anaprox-DS

• Generic Name: valproic acid
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Depakene, Depacon, Stavzor, Valproate Sodium

Valproic acid is used to treat certain types of seizures (epilepsy). This medicine is an anticonvulsant that works in the brain tissue to stop seizures.

Valproic acid is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness), and helps prevent migraine headaches.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: naproxen
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Aleve, Anaprox-DS, Flanax Pain Reliever, Midol Extended Relief, Naprelan 500, Naprosyn, EC-Naprosyn, Naprelan 375, Flanax, Naprelan, Anaprox, Naproxen Sodium, Aleve Caplet, Aleve Gelcap, Aleve Easy Open Arthritis

Anaprox-DS is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Anaprox-DS is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by conditions such as arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, tendinitis, bursitis, gout, or menstrual cramps.

The delayed-release or extended-release tablets are slower-acting forms of naproxen that are used only for treating chronic conditions such as arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis. These forms of naproxen will not work fast enough to treat acute pain.

Anaprox-DS may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.