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DEPAKOTE CP vs FELBAMATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 18, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. DEPAKOTE CP and FELBAMATE 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.

depakote cpfelbamate

Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$5.99 /30
~$30.62 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

DIVALPROEX SODIUM
FELBAMATE

Manufacturer

Abbott
Amneal

Dosage forms

Tablet, delayed release
Suspension, Tablet

Drug class

Anti-Epileptic Agent
Anti-Epileptic Agent

Boxed warning

None
Boxed warning

Half-life

about 9 to 16 hours (the label's mean terminal half-life range for valproate monotherapy)
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Treats

Bipolar Disorder, Epilepsy, Absence Epilepsy
Seizures, Complex Partial Epilepsy, Lennox Gastaut Syndrome

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Depakote Cp or Felbamate?

Depakote Cp and Felbamate are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Depakote Cp or Felbamate?

Depakote Cp costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $5.99 vs $30.62 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Depakote Cp and Felbamate?

Depakote Cp contains Divalproex Sodium, while Felbamate contains Felbamate — 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.