Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Valproic Acid as follows: Valproic Acid is mainly metabolized in the liver and excreted by the kidneys in the urine. If liver and renal functions are grossly deficient, the metabolism and excretion of Valproic Acid can be compromised. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in increased risk for side-effects and consequent toxicity. So, Valproic Acid [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Valproic Acid as follows: Valproic Acid use can result in acute pancreatitis, with individuals complaining acute upper abdominal pain and tenderness that can aggravate after eating, nausea and vomiting, abdominal fullness and distension, and bloating. Notify your physician regarding any such findings for a possible change in the plan of care. Also, report to your physician regarding any history of pancreatitis. Ammonia is a toxic [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Valproic Acid as follows: Continue taking Valproic Acid as ordered, even if you experience seizure control and improvement with symptoms of mania. Abrupt discontinuation on Valproic Acid intake can result in recurrence of seizure episodes. If Valproic Acid is being taken for managing symptoms of mania, abrupt discontinuation of medication intake can contribute to exacerbation of mania and bipolar symptoms. Discontinuing the medication should only [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Valproic Acid as follows: Valproic Acid can take some time to fairly adjust to your body, before preventing seizure episodes and providing relief from symptoms of mania. Do not discontinue taking the medication without your physician’s consult, as you failed to see the desired result immediately after taking the medication. Valproic Acid can interact with a lot of other medications, leading to serious drug interactions [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Valproic Acid as follows: Take this medication as ordered by your physician. Do not change the dose and frequency on this medication without consulting your doctor. Take the medication dose for the duration prescribed without fail. Take the medication dose at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the intake of medication. Taking the medication at regularly spaced intervals help maintain appropriate blood levels [...]