Joint Formulary & PAD

Valproic acid - Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Valproic acid
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, semisodium valproate
Brand Names Include :
Belvo, Depakote, Syonell
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 Valproic acid 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.