The correct name for sodium valproate is sodium valproate tablets and the correct name for magnesium valproate is magnesium valproate tablets. Generally speaking, the side effects of magnesium valproate tablets are slightly less than those of sodium valproate tablets. However, patients’ own conditions are different, their sensitivity to drugs is also different, and the strength of side effects after taking them is also different. Patients need to choose the right drug for themselves under the guidance of doctors. 1. Sodium valproate tablets common adverse reactions are diarrhea, dyspepsia, nausea and vomiting, gastrointestinal cramps, menstrual disorders; rare hair loss, constipation, headache and dizziness, fatigue, ataxia, tremor, excitation and restlessness; purpura, hepatic function is impaired, the serum alkaline phosphatase and so on the elevation of the occasional allergy or hearing loss; long-term use of see pancreatitis or acute hepatic necrosis. Sodium valproate tablets are used for the treatment of simple or complex apoplectic seizures, myoclonic seizures, grand mal seizures. It is contraindicated in people with a history of pharmacogenetic jaundice and those with significant hepatic impairment. Use with caution if there is a history of blood disease, liver disease, or renal function impairment. Use with caution in pregnant women, lactating women and children. 2. Magnesium valproate tablets are used for the treatment of epilepsy of all types, or manic seizures of bipolar disorder. Nausea and vomiting, fear of food, diarrhea and so on are common. A few have drowsiness, tremor, ataxia, alopecia, excitement or restlessness. Occasionally, adverse reactions such as allergic rash, abnormal bleeding, leukopenia, or toxic liver damage are seen. Leukopenia and severe liver disease is prohibited, pregnant women are prohibited, children under 6 years of age should be used with caution, hepatic and renal insufficiency should be used with caution, thrombocytopenia patients should be used with caution. Discontinue the drug in case of impaired consciousness, abnormal liver function, pancreatitis. If you need to use the above two drugs, please consult your doctor and follow the doctor’s instructions.