Is drug depakote ok with children?
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Depakote is an anti seizure drug, but also acts accordingly with other medications. For instance, depakote and effexor xr is a popular mix. With a psychiatrists help, and also a monthly check-up with the regular Dr. To check your liver panel. (bloodwork) But, as said earlier, definately let a Doctor monitor your child. Also, depending on why this medication, there might be others that will work with the depakote. But, ultimately, you should be asking a Dr. this question, not yahoo answers.
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Illicit drugs will guide you my child.
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Depakote Er the scourge of the anti-convalescents. It does the job, but makes one fat unless one lifts four times a week and adheres to a strict diet. Been on it for two years.
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You can't buy it over the counter dork!  It's a prescription drug.  You can order it online from internet pharmacies though.  \n\nAmphetamines are given to children as young as 4 in the US.  It's a real pity.  There are literally millions of kids doped up these days.  ADHD drugs (Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta...) and Diet pills, (phentermine) are the most commonly found sources.
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Depending on several factors (severity of your symptoms, body size, sensitivity to medications, etc.), it is entirely possible that you my already be seeing some results from the Depakote.  To be most effective, though, Depakote has to reach a certain level within your blood.  As your body adjusts to the medication and the level gets closer to the therapeutic range, you will continue to see results.  Your doctor will probably want to do a blood test within a week or so to check the level so he/she can continue to adjust the medication for the best result.  Be sure to let your doctor know if you are experiencing side effects from the medication because they may be an indication that the level is too high in your system and the dose needs to be adjusted.
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Depakote is a very effective mood stabilizer. It is approved for the treatment of bipolar disorder, migraine headaches, and seizure disorders. Depakote is especially effective in treating the manic symptoms of bipolar disorder, as well as "atypical" forms of bipolar disorder such as "rapid cycling" (alternating quickly from one episode to another) and mixed episodes (simultaneously exhibiting manic and depressive features). It's not quite as helpful for acute depressive episodes. Side effects can include weight gain and sedation. Serious side effects can (RARELY) occur, including liver or pancreas problems. These can be monitored by your physician. On the whole, Depakote is an excellent choice for bipolar disorder, particularly when manic symptoms are prominent.
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i am not a doctor, but i would say you should Not.  call Patient First near you, or a hospital or some kind of nurse helpline and ask a nurse.  Or you could even call the poison control number and ask before giving the medicine to your child.
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Eighteen year old Eric Harris, who with his friend Dylan Klebold, 17, massacred their classmates and a teacher at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado on April 20, 1999 had been taking Luvox. T. J. Solomon, 15, who shot and wounded six fellow students at Heritage High School in Conyers, Georgia on May 20, 1999 was on Ritalin. Fifteen year old Shawn Cooper, who fired two shotgun rounds, narrowly missing classmates at his high school in Notus, Idaho was on Ritalin. Fifteen year old Kip Kinkell who first murdered his parents and later killed two students and wounded 22 more in his Oregon school's cafeteria was on Ritalin and Prozac.   I'm not surprised these facts never made the news!\n\nPutting kids on drugs is one of the most heinous manipulations by the pharmaceutical industry this decade!  Did you know that there isn't really a way to test for ADD or ADHD?  What most parents don't seem to realize is that Ritalin is a narcotic, a potentially addictive one at that.   The practice has reached virtual epidemic proportions with an estimated 5 million children being subjected to drugs such as methylphenidate (Ritalin) and amphetamines (Dexedrine, Adderall).  \n\nThe Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Third Revised Edition published by the American Psychiatric Association, originally warned of the dangers of administering Ritalin to children - but that this information mysteriously disappeared from the most recent edition, thus supporting suspicions that the industry is engaged in a cover-up. \n\nRitalin and other such stimulants suppress growth of all organs of the body by disrupting growth-hormone cycles - an effect that is likely to have long-lasting detrimental effects to the health of the child. Animal studies show that amphetamines such as Adderall and Dexedrine cause brain-cell death - and that Ritalin causes permanent brain dysfunction if administered at regular clinical doses. Some children develop tics - which in some cases become permanent. Some children develop severe mental disorders such as depression and obsessive-compulsive disorders - as well as manic and schizophrenic-like behavior.  As if this weren't bad enough, Ritalin, Adderall, and all such stimulants cause cardiovascular problems by disrupting the rhythm of the heart, and on occasion can (and have) lead to cardiac arrest. \n\nNeed I say more?
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i have never heard of such a thing. are you sure its not just you cant have healthy children while on the medication but once you stop the medication you would be able to have halthy children?  i would stay away from anything that would cause permanent genetic defects cause it would have huge negative impact on your health as well.  maybe try finding a different medication for acne like benzinoal peroxide that is sold over the counter and applied topically.
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It takes about 2 weeks to fully get into your system. I'm sure your dosage was gradually brought up to 1500 mg. Also, the max recommended dose is 800 mg/ day. It isn't uncommon for a Dr. to get up to 1500 mg but be sure to tell them if you are unable to function, they may be able to lower it a little. An alternate to depokote is Lamictal. So far it has been working fine for my hubby.
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This website has tons of resources and information on that topic.\n\nhttp://library.smc.edu/research/topics/drugaddictedbabies.htm
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I am  a 32 year old woman, I was recently diagnosed with adult add, I tried those drugs and had to stop. they are the same as speed. not good. the side effects are terrible and i went into severe depression when i stopped.(withdraw). I cannot believe parents would actually give their children speed intentionally
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I don't think they ever give ECT to children. It's not cruel and inhumane like portrayed in old movies. Today people are put to sleep and given muscle relaxants. They don't feel it. Because of the stigma and improvements in drug therapy it's not used very often today. But apparently it's very effective for extreme or psychotic depression, intractable mania and catatonic schizophrenia when these disorders haven't responded to drugs.
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I took my son's adderal and welbutrin.....and as a result I took my son off of it..       It messed  me   up...and I decided right then and there I didn't want my Child taking that  stuff....   Plus it caused him to have Heart Palpitations" and "anxiety" attacks..    He wasn't ADD  he was just High spirited and needed extra supervision........    that was when he was 5 now he is 13 and is still a handful   but    he is a good kid  with good morals. and I  am so glad I got him off his meds.   He doesn't even remember half his child hood.  You know I hope that the schools get more money for every kid they have that is diagnosed with Adhd or ADD.   Think about it and think about your Kid.
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I have heard that herbs, vitamins work but don't know for sure.  I would suggest at looking at a product called Serenity.  I have known some people to take this and they have said that even their doctors told them it would be ok.  Bipolar is a serious disease and anything you can do to help your child be at a more normal lifestyle, please do it.  I have relatives who have it and in fact some have taken their own lives.  Please know that thi is a disease, but can be treated.
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Dramamine works great, but call your Doctor ahead of time to make sure its OK to give to your daughter, and the amount you should give her...\nit will probably be only half a pill at a time\n\n"Dimenhydrinate is not recommended for use by children younger than 2 years of age, except under the direction of a doctor." from yahoo health.
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You need to find a very good neurologist who understands children. She probably will need medication to avoid seizures.  I suspect the doctor will tell you that she stands a good chance to lead a good normal life if she is treated correctly. Good luck.