SPL Set ID: 531c0fc7-5e80-49a5-a9d1-0916ec45d52c
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Valproic acid is a carboxylic acid designated as 2-propylpentanoic acid. It is also known as dipropylacetic acid. Valproic acid has the following structure: Valproic acid (pKa 4.8) has a molecular weight of 144 and occurs as a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. It is slightly soluble in water (1.3 mg/mL) and very soluble in organic solvents. Valproic acid oral solution, USP is an antiepileptic for oral administration. The oral solution contains the equivalent of 250 mg valproic acid per 5 mL as the sodium salt. Inactive Ingredients: FD&C Red # 40, glycerin, methylparaben sodium, propylparaben sodium, non-crystallizing sorbitol solution, sucrose, purified water, cherry flavor (842#K), hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide. chemstructure