Alti-Valproic and Equalactin

• 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: polycarbophil
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Equalactin, Fiber Lax, FiberCon, Fiberlax, Fibertab, Konsyl Fiber, Mitrolan, Fiber Laxative, Fibernorm, Polycarb, Fiber Tabs, Fiberall Tablets, Perdiem Fiber Caplet, Fiber-Lax, FiberGen, Carbocaine HCl, Polocaine, Polocaine-MPF, Scandonest, Carbocaine, Polocaine DENTAL

Equalactin is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in your stools to help make them softer and easier to pass.

Equalactin is used to treat constipation and to help maintain regular bowel movements.

Equalactin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.