Depakote ER and Perflutren

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

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

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

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

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

• Generic Name: perflutren
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Definity, Optison

Perflutren is an ultrasound contrast agent that is used to improve the quality of an echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart). Perflutren works by changing the way ultrasound waves travel within your heart. This helps the ultrasound portray a sharper image of your heart.

Perflutren is used to allow certain segments of the heart to be seen more clearly on an echocardiogram.

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