The relationship between valproate induced tremors and circulating neurotransmitters: a preliminary study
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DOI: 10.1080/00207454.2016.1181631
Abstract: Patients with epilepsy and on valproate (VPA) therapy may develop tremors as a common adverse effect; however, its exact mechanisms are unknown. We hypothesize that VPA-induced tremors may be related to the disturbances in dopamine… read more here.
Keywords: relationship valproate; vpa therapy; vpa; vpa induced ... See more keywords
Non-hyperammonaemia valproate-induced encephalopathy: A case report.
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DOI: 10.1111/jcpt.13511
Abstract: WHAT IS KNOWN AND OBJECTIVE Valproate sodium is an effective antiepileptic drug (AED). Serious adverse effects of valproate sodium are uncommon. This case report illustrates the existence of non-hyperammonaemia valproate-induced encephalopathy. CASE DESCRIPTION A 47-year-old… read more here.
Keywords: induced encephalopathy; hyperammonaemia valproate; non hyperammonaemia; valproate ... See more keywords
Valproate-Induced Reversible Hemichoreoathetosis in a Patient With Rasmussen Encephalitis
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DOI: 10.1212/wnl.0000000000200353
Abstract: A 24-year-old woman with Rasmussen encephalitis diagnosed at age 6 years underwent investigation of involuntary movements. She developed continuous left-sided hemichoreoathetosis at age 11 after addition of valproic acid (VPA) to carbamazepine and phenobarbital therapy.… read more here.
Keywords: reversible hemichoreoathetosis; valproate induced; encephalitis; rasmussen encephalitis ... See more keywords
Valproate-Induced Metabolic Syndrome
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DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11051499
Abstract: Valproic acid (VPA) and its salts (sodium calcium magnesium and orotic) are psychotropic drugs that are widely used in neurology and psychiatry. The long-term use of VPA increases the risk of developing adverse drug reactions… read more here.
Keywords: metabolic syndrome; vpa mets; valproate induced; induced metabolic ... See more keywords