Depakene and Hydrochlorothiazide and captopril

• Generic Name: valproic acid
• Dosage Forms: capsule, oral solution
• Other Brand Names: Depakene, Depacon, Stavzor, Valproate Sodium

Depakene affects chemicals in the body that may be involved in causing seizures.

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

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

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

• Generic Name: captopril / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Capozide 25/15, Capozide 25/25, Capozide 50/15, Capozide 50/25

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Captopril is in a group of drugs called ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme. Captopril lowers blood pressure and also relieves symptoms of fluid retention.

Hydrochlorothiazide and captopril is a combination medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Hydrochlorothiazide and captopril may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.