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Divalproex sodium is a stable co-ordination compound comprised of sodium valproate and valproic acid in a 1:1 molar relationship and formed during the partial neutralization of valproic acid with 0.5 equivalent of sodium hydroxide. Chemically it is designated as sodium hydrogen bis(2-propylpentanoate). Divalproex sodium has the following structure: Divalproex sodium occurs as a white powder with a characteristic odor. Divalproex sodium delayed-release tablets, USP are for oral administration. Divalproex sodium delayed-release tablets, USP are supplied in three dosage strengths containing divalproex sodium equivalent to 125 mg, 250 mg, or 500 mg of valproic acid. Chemical Structure Inactive Ingredients Divalproex sodium delayed-release tablets, USP contain the following inactive ingredients: methacrylic acid copolymer type C, povidone, pregelatinized corn starch, silicon dioxide, simethicone emulsion, sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc, triethyl citrate, titanium dioxide, vanillin. The tablets are imprinted using a pharmaceutical ink. In addition, individual tablets contain: 125 mg tablets: FD&C Red No. 40. 250 mg tablets: FD&C Yellow No. 6 and iron oxide red. 500 mg tablets: FD&C Red No. 40.