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Divalproex and Urine ketone test

Result of checking the interaction of drug Divalproex and disease Urine ketone test for safety when used together.

Check result:

Divalproex <> Urine ketone test

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Valproate is partially eliminated in the urine as a ketone-containing metabolite, which may lead to a false interpretation of the urine ketone test. Clinicians should be cognizant of this interaction when prescribing or administering valproate products to patients with diabetes.

References:

"Product Information. Depakote (divalproex sodium)." Abbott Pharmaceutical, Abbott Park, IL.
American Medical Association, Division of Drugs and Toxicology "Drug evaluations annual 1994." Chicago, IL: American Medical Association; (1994):
"Product Information. Depakene (valproic acid)." Abbott Pharmaceutical, Abbott Park, IL.

Divalproex

Generic Name: divalproex sodium

Brand Name: Depakote ER, Depakote Sprinkles, Depakote, Depakene, Depacon

Synonyms: Divalproex sodium

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