Depakote and Malarone Pediatric

• 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.

• Generic Name: atovaquone / proguanil
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Malarone, Malarone Pediatric

Malarone Pediatric is a combination medicine used to treat or prevent malaria, a disease caused by parasites. These medicines work by interfering with the growth of parasites in the red blood cells of the human body.

Parasites that cause malaria typically enter the body through the bite of a mosquito. Malaria is common in areas such as Africa, South America, and Southern Asia.

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