Depakote Sprinkles tablets and capsules are used to treat seizures in people with epilepsy who are at least 10 years old. This medicine tablets are sometimes used together with other seizure medications. What is DEPAKOTE used for? DEPAKOTE comes in different dosage forms for oral use. DEPAKOTE® (divalproex sodium) delayed-release tablets, DEPAKOTE® ER (divalproex sodium) extended-release tablets, and DEPAKOTE® Sprinkle Capsules (divalproex sodium delayed release capsules) are prescription medicines used: Divalproex sodium is used to treat certain types of seizures (epilepsy). This medicine is an anticonvulsant that works in the brain tissue to stop seizures. Divalproex sodium is also used to treat the manic phase of bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness) and helps prevent migraine headaches. Depakote Sprinkle Capsules are indicated as monotherapy and adjunctive therapy in the treatment of adult patients and pediatric patients down to the age of 10 years with complex partial. What Are Depakote Sprinkle Capsules? Depakote Sprinkle Capsules (divalproex sodium) is an antiepileptic drug (AED) that works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain and is used to treat various types of seizure disorders. DEPAKOTE SPRINKLE prescription and dosage information for physicians and health care professionals. Pharmacology, adverse reactions, warnings, and DEPAKOTE SPRINKLEside effects. See the Instructions for Use that comes with this Medication Guide for detailed instructions on how to use Depakote Sprinkle Capsules. If you miss a dose of DEPAKOTE ER tablets or DEPAKOTE delayed-release tablets, take it as soon as you remember unless it’s almost time for your next dose. Depakote Sprinkle Capsules are indicated as monotherapy and adjunctive therapy in the treatment of adult patients and pediatric patients down to the age of 10 years with complex partial seizures that occur either in isolation or in association with other types of seizures. Find patient medical information for Divalproex Sodium (Depakote, Depakote ER, Depakote Sprinkles) on WebMD including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings. Depakote Tablets or Depakote ER Tablets should be swallowed whole and should not be crushed or chewed. Depakote Sprinkle Capsules (for epilepsy only) may be swallowed whole or opened and the contents sprinkled on soft food. The food with the drug should be eaten immediately without chewing.