Side effects from divalproex include:

abdominal or stomach cramps (mild)
change in menstrual periods
diarrhea
hair loss
indigestion
loss of appetite
nausea and vomiting
trembling of hands and arms
unusual weight loss or gain

Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

drowsiness or weakness
diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach
depression, anxiety, or other emotional changes
changes in your menstrual periods
enlarged breasts
tremor (shaking)
hair loss
weight changes
a red, blistering, peeling skin rash
vision changes
unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

signs of an allergic reaction (hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat)
unexplained weakness with vomiting and confusion or fainting
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness
fever, skin rash, swollen glands
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms
urinating less than usual
blood in your urine
hallucinations (seeing things that aren't there)
weakness, lack of coordination
a red, blistering, peeling skin rash
extreme drowsiness
unusual bleeding or bruising
double vision or back-and-forth movements of the eyes


Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
 

 

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