Prescription
Anticonvulsant / Antiepileptic / Mood stabilizer
Sodium Valproate; Valproic Acid
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Sodium valproate (also called valproic acid) is a medicine that works by calming down excess electrical activity in the brain, helping to prevent seizures (convulsions) and stabilize mood.
What is it used for?
Epilepsy (convulsions/fits)bipolar disorder (extreme mood swings)prevention of migraine headaches
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.