CBD (cannabidiol) and Divalproex (valproate) interaction

CBD (cannabidiol) and Divalproex (valproate): the Divalproex (valproate) prescribing label describe an interaction that usually calls for monitoring, a dose change, or spacing the doses.

Moderate

Usually manageable with monitoring or a dose change. Tell your pharmacist you take both.

What the FDA labels say

From the Divalproex (valproate) (Depakote ER) label · effective 2026-03-31

Moderate

Cannabidiol Concomitant administration of valproate and cannabidiol has been associated with an increased risk of ALT and/or AST elevation.

Drug interactionsnames CBD (cannabidiol)View label on DailyMed
Minor

Cannabidiol: ALT and/or AST elevation ( 7.4 )

Drug interactionsnames CBD (cannabidiol)View label on DailyMed

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Not medical advice. Interaction Checker quotes FDA label text and NIH fact sheets. Whether an interaction matters for you depends on doses, timing, kidney and liver function, and other conditions. Confirm with a pharmacist or prescriber.