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Taking Divaproex For Depression And Anxiety. Family History Of Cancer. Stop Medicine?

Ijust started taking Divaproex and I took 2doses instead o one also I started with a new psychiatrist and this is what she prescribed. There is lots of cancer in my family and this medicine sounds very dangerous, I took this medicine for one day and have spent the day in bed. I cannot reach the doctor and I want to know if I should stop this medication immediately. I suffer from depresionand high anxiety .
Thu, 26 Sep 2013
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Dear friend,

Thanks for posting your query on this website. I can fully appreciate your concern for your problem.

1. Firstly, may I assure you that divaproex does not cause cancer.

2. Secondly, all antipsychotics and anti-depressants cause sedation.

3. In order to overcome sedation to some extent, medicine is usually started at a low dose, which is gradually increased every 7-10 days.

4. You were deeply sedated as you had taken 2 tablets instead of one.

5. Please visit your psychiatrist and explain everything to her. She will definitely keep it in mind and modify the dosage schedule of divaproex.

I am confident that you will certainly benefit from the advice.

May I assure you that I am always available for your assistance and will try my best to cure your condition to the best of my experience and knowledge.

Please feel free to revert back to me in case of further clarifications, if any.

HAVE A NICE DAY AND A SPEEDY RECOVERY.

Fond Regards,

Dr.(Col) R Karanwal
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Taking Divaproex For Depression And Anxiety. Family History Of Cancer. Stop Medicine?

Dear friend, Thanks for posting your query on this website. I can fully appreciate your concern for your problem. 1. Firstly, may I assure you that divaproex does not cause cancer. 2. Secondly, all antipsychotics and anti-depressants cause sedation. 3. In order to overcome sedation to some extent, medicine is usually started at a low dose, which is gradually increased every 7-10 days. 4. You were deeply sedated as you had taken 2 tablets instead of one. 5. Please visit your psychiatrist and explain everything to her. She will definitely keep it in mind and modify the dosage schedule of divaproex. I am confident that you will certainly benefit from the advice. May I assure you that I am always available for your assistance and will try my best to cure your condition to the best of my experience and knowledge. Please feel free to revert back to me in case of further clarifications, if any. HAVE A NICE DAY AND A SPEEDY RECOVERY. Fond Regards, Dr.(Col) R Karanwal