Divalproex (valproate) and Warfarin interaction

Divalproex (valproate) and Warfarin: 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

Dosage adjustment of amitriptyline/nortriptyline, propofol, warfarin, and zidovudine may be necessary if used concomitantly with Depakote ER ( 7.2 )

Drug interactionsnames WarfarinView label on DailyMed
Moderate

Warfarin In an in vitro study, valproate increased the unbound fraction of warfarin by up to 32.6%.

Drug interactionsnames WarfarinView label on DailyMed
Moderate

The therapeutic relevance of this is unknown; however, coagulation tests should be monitored if valproate therapy is instituted in patients taking anticoagulants.

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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.