Common side effects of Epival (Divalproex) may include:
The above side effects should not alarm you.
Serious side effects of Epival (Divalproex) may include:
- changes in hair (hair loss or increased hair on face, chest and back)
- increasing tiredness and weakness with behaviour changes (extreme irritability, combativeness)
- nausea or vomiting (continuing)
- thoughts of hurting yourself or others
If you have any of the above side effects, contact your doctor right away.
Signs to watch for:
signs of bleeding: unusual nosebleeds, bruising, blood in urine, coughing blood, bleeding gums, cuts that don't stop bleeding.
signs of depression: poor concentration, changes in weight, changes in sleep, decreased interest in activities, thoughts of suicide or other mood changes.
signs of liver problems: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes, dark urine, pale stools.
signs of muscle damage: muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, or brown or discoloured urine - especially if you also have a fever or a general feeling of being unwell.
signs of pancreatitis: abdominal pain on the upper left side, back pain, nausea, fever, chills, rapid heartbeat, swollen abdomen.
severe skin reactions on a large area of the body or on the lips: ulcers, blisters, pain, redness, skin peeling.
signs of a serious allergic reaction: abdominal cramps, difficulty breathing, nausea and vomiting , or swelling of the face and throat.