Cr-GTF and Depakote

• Generic Name: chromium picolinate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Cr-GTF, CRM, Chromium GTF

Chromium is a mineral found in certain foods. The body needs only trace amounts of chromium, and deficiency of this mineral in humans is rare.

Cr-GTF works together with insulin produced by the pancreas to metabolize carbohydrates.

Cr-GTF has been used in alternative medicine to treat chromium deficiency, as an aid to controlling blood sugar in people with diabetes or prediabetes, to lower cholesterol, and as a weight-loss supplement.

Not all uses for Cr-GTF have been approved by the FDA. This medicine should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Cr-GTF is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.

Cr-GTF may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.

• Generic Name: divalproex sodium
• Dosage Forms: tablet, delayed release
• Other Brand Names: Depakene, Depacon, Depakote ER, Depakote Sprinkles, Depakote

Depakote (divalproex sodium) affects chemicals in the body that may be involved in causing seizures.

Depakote is used to treat various types of seizure disorders. This medicine is sometimes used together with other seizure medications.

Depakote is also used to treat manic episodes related to bipolar disorder (manic depression), and to prevent migraine headaches.

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