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Does Depakote Interact With Gabapentin?
Question: I have had a diagnosis of either bipolar disorder. Can I take both Depakote and gabapentin in the evening plus one Lexapro. I am 78 y.o. and otherwise healthy having retired as a medical secretary/ receptionist.
Brief Answer:
Can take them both.
Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern rearding drug interactions. It is unclear whether you mean if you can take them both in the evening or if you can take them both in general, anytime.
Anyway Depakote and Gabapentin do not have any direct interaction between them. They do not alter each others metabolism. So they can be taken together whether at different hours or at the same time, you can take them both in the evening. Of course careful observation for common side effects is advised, particularly at your age, as both can cause somnolence and dizziness, depending also on the dosages you were prescribed.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
Can take them both.
Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern rearding drug interactions. It is unclear whether you mean if you can take them both in the evening or if you can take them both in general, anytime.
Anyway Depakote and Gabapentin do not have any direct interaction between them. They do not alter each others metabolism. So they can be taken together whether at different hours or at the same time, you can take them both in the evening. Of course careful observation for common side effects is advised, particularly at your age, as both can cause somnolence and dizziness, depending also on the dosages you were prescribed.
I remain at your disposal for other questions.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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