Joint Formulary & PAD

Sodium valproate - Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Sodium valproate
Indication :
Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
Group Name :
Keywords :
BPSD, agression, agitation, alzheimers disease, alzheimers dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Lewy Body dementia, Vascular dementia, Parkinson's dementia
Brand Names Include :
Epilim, Epilim Chrono, Dyzantil, Epival CR, Episenta, Epilim Chronosphere
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
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Supporting Documents :
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Committee Recommendations (1)

The Surrey and North West Sussex Area Prescribing Committee (APC) does not recommend valproate to manage agitation or aggression in people living with dementia (unless it is indicated for another condition), in line with NICE guidance (NG97)

Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Sodium valproate is used to treat.

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Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia.