Valproic Acid

The Valproic Acid test contains 1 test with 1 biomarker.

Valproic acid is used as an anticonvulsant to treat certain types of seizures, to prevent migranine headaches, and to treat various psychiatric illnesses such as bipolar disorder and aggression. Drugs that compete for protein-binding sites with Valproic Acid, can increase the concentration of Valproic Acid. Therapeutic drug monitoring is useful to optimize dose. Measurement of the free concentration is useful if toxicity is suspected.

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Also known as: Depakene®, Dipropylacetic Acid

Valproic Acid

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