any other precautions or warnings for Teva-Valproic?
Blood clotting: This medication may make it more difficult for the blood to clot. People taking anticoagulant medications (blood thinning medications) should take appropriate precautions and ensure that all doctors involved in their care are aware of all medication use. Tests for blood clotting take place before any surgery. Platelet count and coagulant tests should take place before starting treatment with valproic acid. Drowsiness/reduced alertness: People who take valproic acid are advised not to engage in potentially hazardous activities such as driving a car or operating machinery until they determine that they do not become drowsy as a result of taking this medication. Kidney function: Reduced kidney function increases the risk of overdose with this medication. Caution and close monitoring of kidney function is required. Liver function: Liver failure has occurred infrequently for people taking valproic acid, usually during the first 6 months of treatment. Children under 2 years o
