CELONTIN vs VALPROIC ACID

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CELONTIN and VALPROIC ACID are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CELONTIN	VALPROIC ACID
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	~$1.02 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHSUXIMIDE	VALPROIC ACID
Manufacturer	Parke Davis	Chartwell Rx
Dosage forms	Capsule	Solution
Drug class	Anti-Epileptic Agent	Anti-Epileptic Agent
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Absence Epilepsy	Alzheimer Disease, Bipolar Disorder, Epilepsy

celontin valproic acid

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

~$1.02 /30

Type

Active ingredient

METHSUXIMIDE

VALPROIC ACID

Manufacturer

Parke Davis

Chartwell Rx

Dosage forms

Capsule

Solution

Drug class

Anti-Epileptic Agent

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Absence Epilepsy

Alzheimer Disease, Bipolar Disorder, Epilepsy

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Celontin and Valproic Acid?

Celontin contains Methsuximide, while Valproic Acid contains Valproic Acid — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.