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Does Divalproex Interact With Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO?

how much will this speed up divalproex removal from the body Interaction with your drugs: 1Help Monitor Closely divalproex oral + Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (28) oral Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (28) oral will decrease the level or effect of divalproex oral by speeding up the drug s removal from the body
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Hi & Welcome.
Incomplete data like age, purpose of taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO?
I can understand your concern.

Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO may reduce the efficacy of Divalproex.

If taken along with Divalproex, the combine hormonal contraceptives like
Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO (Ethinyl estradiol / Norgestimate) can cause loss of seizure control or symptoms such as tremors, poor muscle coordination, increased seizures, and changes in behavior.

So, consult your doctor as you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take both medications or alternate methods of contraceptives.

Hope this answers your query.
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Does Divalproex Interact With Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO?

Hi & Welcome. Incomplete data like age, purpose of taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO? I can understand your concern. Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO may reduce the efficacy of Divalproex. If taken along with Divalproex, the combine hormonal contraceptives like Ortho Tri-Cyclen LO (Ethinyl estradiol / Norgestimate) can cause loss of seizure control or symptoms such as tremors, poor muscle coordination, increased seizures, and changes in behavior. So, consult your doctor as you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take both medications or alternate methods of contraceptives. Hope this answers your query.