Depakote DR and Dex4

• 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: glucose
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Dex4, Insta-Glucose, Relion Grape, TRUEplus, Trutol Fruit Punch, BD Glucose, Dextrose, Rematex, Ziks Arthritis Pain Relief

Dex4 is used to treat very low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), most often in people with diabetes mellitus. Dex4 works by quickly increasing the amount of glucose in your blood.

Dex4 is also used to provide carbohydrate calories to a person who cannot eat because of illness, trauma, or other medical condition. This medicine is sometimes given to people who are sick from drinking too much alcohol.

Dex4 may also be used to treat hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium in your blood).

Dex4 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.