Cosmetic Adverse Effects of Antiseizure Medications: A Systematic Review

    May 2021 in “ Seizure ”
    Ali A. Asadi‐Pooya, Marzieh Rostaminejad, Zahra Zeraatpisheh, Nafiseh Mirzaei Damabi
    Studysummary This review found that antiseizure medications, particularly phenytoin and valproate, are associated with cosmetic side effects like gingival hyperplasia, hirsutism, acne, and hair loss.
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