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Is depakote used as a pain medication?
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No: Depakote ( divalproex sodium) is an anticonvulsant used to prevent some forms of seizures, manage bipolar mania and in migraine headaches prevention. Please see your doctor for evaluation and proper management of pain. Take care.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Depakote & pain: Migraine prophylaxis, yes, but not pain medication.
Answered 5/20/2015
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