Depakote

Is depakene the same thing?my son's neurologist just switches him from Zonegran to Depakene today. I want to know the difference? I asked to switch because the Zonegran was causing negative side effects.

Has Anyone Had Success With Using Medications For Their Child's Aggression/meltdowns? Did It Help With Them Transitioning?

Depakote Has Been A Nightmare To My Family,has Anyone Else Suffered This

My son has Absonce Seizures so his doctor first put him on Zerontin well he was having headaches and stomach aches daily as well as losing 2 pounds in 2 months.His doctor switched him to Depakote which has caused very horrible behavior issues so he was switched back to the Zerontin but for the next 3 days he has be on both meds,I'm just hoping that "my" well behaved son returns after the Depakote is out of his system.Has anyone else had experience with your children not listening being violent… read more

Weening Off Depakote Sprinkles

Anyone familiar with depakote sprinkles? any suggestion on how to start the weening process

Does Anyone Have Any Info- Anecdotal Or Otherwise- On Depakote?

Is Depakote A Good Medication For And Adult Male With Violent Rage Behaviors?

Do Any Of Your Kiddos Talk Excessively Loud?

Is Anyone Familiar With Depakote And It's Generic Form?

Our 7 year old just recently started taking Depakote for aggression, mood disorder and just behaviors in general. I'm wondering if I could briefly speak to other parents etc who's child or children have taken this medicine or who have taken it etc. We're just wanting to know what we need to look for or expect? Thank you.

Does Anyone Have A Child Who Has Both Symptoms Of Autism And Hallucinations (hearing Voices)?

My daughter was diagnosed with an ASD at age 3. Now at age 12 she has increasingly talked about her "imaginary friends" who talk to her, applaud when she behaves in certain ways, and otherwise influence her behavior. She understands that they are in her imagination, and she says she is the only one who can see or hear them. She is extremely aggressive, and at times threatens her "friends" because they upset her. I think they are increasing her anxiety and ability to control her behavior… read more

Tips: Blood Work

So I'm taking Levi to have his blood drawn tomorrow for genetic testing, and I'm dreading it. Any tips? I don't want to traumatize him having to hold him down :(