Posted by Max on August 30, 1998, at 22:06:57
In reply to Depakote, posted by Rae on July 13, 1998, at 14:45:19
Train as you normally would.
Drink liquids prior to exercise to avoid dehydration. I had experienced greater perspiration, dry mouth and aftertaste.
During the last two years, I have gotten used to the side effects. Good luck!
> I have been taking Depakote for about a month as a
> mood stabilizer. I am also training for a marathon.
> The last couple of times I have run I have suffered
> from what I believe to be severe dehydration.> Granted I am in Texas and it has been very hot
> (I run in the early mornings or very late in the
> evening), but I have never had such severe reactions to
> being dehydrated before. Can the medication be
> contributing factor? One more question please,
> how long does it take for this medication to help. If
> it has stablized me it seems to be at a very low point.
> Any help would be appreciated.
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