DEPAKOTE CP vs DEPAKOTE ER
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$5.99 /30
~$5.99 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
DIVALPROEX SODIUM
DIVALPROEX SODIUM
Dosage forms
Tablet, delayed release
Tablet, extended release
Drug class
Anti-Epileptic Agent
Anti-Epileptic Agent
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 9 to 16 hours (the label's mean terminal half-life range for valproate monotherapy)
about 9 to 16 hours (the label's mean terminal half-life range for valproate monotherapy)
Treats
Bipolar Disorder, Epilepsy, Absence Epilepsy
Bipolar Disorder, Epilepsy, Absence Epilepsy
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Depakote Cp or Depakote ER?
Depakote Cp and Depakote ER are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Depakote Cp or Depakote ER?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $5.99 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Depakote Cp and Depakote ER?
Both Depakote Cp and Depakote ER share the active ingredient Divalproex Sodium.
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.