I’ve been taking 1000mg of Depakote (valporic acid) for one month now and, even tho I already have an history of eczema and skin problems, I’ve started to develop eczema/psoriase in multiple parts of my body since starting it. I have it on my neck, under both my armpits, on my hips, between my legs, on my feet (this one I already had before) and behind my knees now. 

It itches so much that it is even hard to sleep, and it gets worse after I take shower at night. I used to take 500mg in the morning and 500mg at night, but, because of that, I stopped taking at night.

I talked to my doctor, he said it might not necessairly be because of the medication so he just advised me to pass creams on it. Also, since I was just taking 500 mg and was still fine, he lowered my dose to 500mg and added Topiramate for other reasons but also to “compensate” for the half of the dose.

What do you guys think? Is it just a coincidence, side effect or an allergic reaction? Anyone else with similar experiences? Should I continue with it or ask to change the medication?

Thank you!