Posted by lauram on June 29, 2004, at 12:11:26
In reply to Depakote - Possible to lose weight whilst taking?, posted by starflower on June 29, 2004, at 8:30:02
I was on Depakote for ten months. It was helpful in controlling my hypomanic episodes. However I did switch to Lamictal due to some side effects from Depakote.
I gained thirty pounds while on this drug. This started to happen after I'd been on the drug for a month. I craved carbohydrates and sugar. Also, my hair began to fall out. Everytime I'd shower I'd notice more and more hair fall out. I have always had thick hair and it went very thin, very quickly. Since I've stopped it has slowly been growing back.
I don't mean convince you not to take this med. It was very helpful to me. It is just that you
were concerned with the issue of weight and I thought I'd share my experience with you. Good Luck!Laura
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