Formulary Monographs [SODIUM VALPROATE|VALPROIC ACID, 281292]

SODIUM VALPROATE | VALPROIC ACID
ANTICONVULSANTS MISCELLANEOUS
All types of epilepsy. Most suitable for patients needing high doses, on poly therapy or on multiple daily doses.
As for sodium valproate.
Adult: Initially 600mg daily in two divided doses, increasing by
200mg daily at 3 day intervals to 1-2g or a maximum of 2.5g/day . Pediatric over 20kg: Initially 400mg/day in divided doses increasing to 20-30mg/kg daily or a maximum of 35mg/kg/day .