Category
Valproic Acid
CAS Number
62959-43-7
Molecular Formula
C16H30MgO4
Molecular Weight
310.72g/mol
Synonym

Magnesium 2-propylpentanoate; Magnesium Dipropylacetate; 2-Propylpentanoic Acid Magnesium Salt;

Magnesium Valproate

Magnesium Valproate is a salt form of valproic acid used in the treatment of epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and migraine headaches. It works by increasing the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, which helps to calm nerve activity and prevent seizures or mood swings.