What side effects may I notice from receiving Divalproex Sodium?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-changes in vision
-rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-signs and symptoms of liver injury like dark yellow or brown urine; general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms; light-colored stools; loss of appetite; nausea; right upper belly pain; unusually weak or tired; yellowing of the eyes or skin
-suicidal thoughts or other mood changes
-unusual bleeding or bruising

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-constipation
-diarrhea
-dizziness
-hair loss
-headache
-loss of appetite
-weight gain

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Divalproex Sodium. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.