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Depakine 500 mg

500 MG · Comprimé gastro-résistant

Price in Morocco: 73.30 MAD — Box of 40. Public sale price set by the Ministry of Health, identical in every pharmacy.

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Key facts

Price (PPV)73.30 MAD
Dispensing statusSchedule C — prescription only
Composition (DCI)valproate
ClassAntiepileptics
ATC codeN03AG01
ManufacturerSANOFI AVENTIS MAROC
PresentationBoîte de 40
NatureMédicament
Hospital price45.80 MAD
Data collected on9/8/2026

Indications

Depakine est principalement indiqué, de préférence en monothérapie, dans les épilepsies généralisées primaires: petit-mal/absences, myoclonies massives bilatérales, grand-mal avec ou sans myoclonies, formes photosensibles. Depakine est également efficace, seul ou en association avec d'autres antiépileptiques dans les indications suivantes: Epilepsies généralisées secondaires, notamment syndrome de West et syndrome de Lennox-Gastaut. Epilepsies partielles à symptomatologie élémentaire ou à symptomatologie complexe (formes psychosensorielles, formes psychomotrices). Epilepsies secondairement généralisées. Formes mixtes (généralisées et partielles). Par ailleurs, Depakine, préparation injectable peut être utilisé dans le cadre de plans thérapeutiques bien définis chez l'adulte: en tant que produit de deuxième intention face à des crises convulsives généralisées («grand mal status») lorsqu'un traitement initial avec des benzodiazépines (traitement de première intention) n'a pas permis de mettre un terme aux crises; en tant que produit de première intention lors de crises non convulsives généralisées (status d'absence) comme traitement pouvant remplacer celui à base de benzodiazépines; en tant que produit de deuxième intention face à des crises convulsives et non convulsives (crises focales simples ou complexes) lorsqu'un traitement initial avec des benzodiazépines (traitement de première intention) n'a pas permis de mettre un terme aux crises.

Psychoactive substance / dependence

Oui

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About Depakine 500 mg

Depakine 500 mg belongs to the antiepileptics therapeutic class. In Morocco, this drug is marketed by SANOFI AVENTIS MAROC and is among the pharmaceutical specialties referenced by the Ministry of Health.

For any question about the use, effects, or drug interactions of Depakine 500 mg, consult your doctor or pharmacist. This information is provided for educational purposes and does not replace medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions about Depakine 500 mg

Answers to common questions from Moroccan patients about this drug.

1What is the price of Depakine 500 mg in Morocco?
The public retail price of Depakine 500 mg in Morocco is 73.30 dirhams. This price is regulated by the Ministry of Health and identical across all pharmacies. Present your health insurance card to claim the applicable reimbursement (CNSS, CNOPS, AMO).
2Is Depakine 500 mg reimbursed in Morocco?
Reimbursement of Depakine 500 mg depends on whether it appears on the Mandatory Health Insurance (AMO) reimbursable drugs list set by ANAM. Sahha does not publish a per-drug rate: the reimbursed amount is calculated on the national reference tariff, which is not always the price you pay. Present your prescription and your CNSS, CNOPS or AMO Tadamon card to the pharmacist, or contact your fund for the exact rate.
3Is Depakine 500 mg prescription-only in Morocco?
Yes. Depakine 500 mg is listed in Schedule C of dangerous substances. Moroccan pharmacies dispense it on medical prescription; a pharmacist cannot hand it over without one. Keep the prescription for refills and for your reimbursement file.
4Are there cheaper generic alternatives to Depakine 500 mg?
No. In the database of medicines marketed in Morocco, Depakine 500 mg is currently the only product containing Valproate at this strength and in this dosage form: no cheaper equivalent exists. Ask your pharmacist about any therapeutic alternative.
5Where can I buy Depakine 500 mg in Morocco?
Depakine 500 mg is available in all of Morocco's 13,000+ pharmacies — in Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech, Tangier, Agadir, Fez and all cities. For night emergencies, Sundays and public holidays, consult the on-duty pharmacy directory on Sahha.