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Depakine, Depakine Chrono (Депакин) and alternatives in France

In France the medicine is sold under the same name, Depakine, Depakine Chrono. The active ingredient is valproic acid (sodium valproate).

Depakine is a valproic acid antiepileptic, also used in bipolar disorder. Depakine Chrono is the prolonged-release form.

Packages in the catalog
10 packages
Forms
Gastro-resistant tablet, Oral solution, Powder and solvent for solution for injection, Syrup, Film-coated tablet scored with extended release
Dispensing in France
Prescription only
Supply in France
No shortages reported by ANSM

Forms and strengths in France

According to the official BDPM catalog. Packages declared as supplied to the French market come first. A manager confirms availability.

Alternatives to Depakine, Depakine Chrono: medicines with the same active ingredient

Medicines registered in France with the same active ingredients (valproic acid (sodium valproate)), according to the official BDPM catalog. Strengths, forms and excipients may differ; agree any substitution with your doctor.

All medicines with valproic acid (sodium valproate) →

Active ingredient

Why Депакин may be missing from Russian pharmacies

A medicine can disappear from Russian pharmacies when its registration lapses or is suspended, the manufacturer leaves the market, supplies are interrupted or procurement changes. LekInfo does not track stock in Russian pharmacies: we show which forms and strengths are registered in France according to the official BDPM database and help you work it out in a consultation.

Prescription

In France Depakine, Depakine Chrono is a prescription-only medicine. Prescribing is a doctor’s decision; a manager will tell you which documents the consultation needs.

How to get a consultation about Depakine, Depakine Chrono

  1. 1. Find a medicine

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  3. 3. Send a request

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  4. 4. Get a manager’s reply

    A manager will clarify the medicine details, check that they are current and explain the possible options. We usually reply within 2 hours during working hours.

Questions and answers

Where can I find Депакин if Russian pharmacies have none?

In France Depakine, Depakine Chrono is registered and listed in the official BDPM database: the catalog has 10 packages. Send a request to a manager, who will check that the information is current and explain the possible options. The consultation is free; we usually reply within 2 hours during working hours.

How much does Depakine, Depakine Chrono cost in France?

Reference guide: ≈ €7 – €16 per package depending on form and strength. This is BDPM reference data excluding delivery, not an offer to sell; a manager confirms the final terms.

What alternatives to Depakine, Depakine Chrono exist in France?

BDPM lists medicines with the same active ingredients (valproic acid (sodium valproate)): Depakine, Depakine Chrono, Valproate De Sodium Aguettant, Valproate De Sodium Arrow and others. Strengths and forms may differ; agree any substitution with your doctor.

Is a prescription needed for Depakine, Depakine Chrono?

Yes, in France Depakine, Depakine Chrono is prescription-only. A manager will tell you which documents are needed.

Is Depakine, Depakine Chrono the same as Депакин?

Yes, it is the same medicine under the same name; the active ingredient is valproic acid (sodium valproate). Strengths and forms in France may differ from Russian ones, so check them against your prescription.

This is reference information, not advertising or an offer to sell, and it does not replace a doctor’s advice. Source: BDPM, the official French medicines database (ANSM), catalog version of 3 November 2026.