The chemical Valproic acid has a known molecular formula of C8-H16-O2. Synonyms may include: 44089, 3-02-00-00807 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), Abbott 44090, Acetic acid, dipropyl-, Acide valproique [INN-French], Acido valproico [INN-Spanish], Acidum valproicum [INN-Latin], AI3-10500, BRN 1750447, Depakine, Dipropylacetate (ChemID). Valproic acid has been assigned a MeSH pharmacological action of: Enzyme Inhibitor.