Valproic Acid Is an Effective Anti-Emetic Treatment in Alexander Disease

    April 2023 in “ Neurology
    Emily Sergio, Kathryn Gallison, Giulia Porcari, Joshua Joung, Walter Faig, Geraldine Liu, Amy Waldman
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    Studysummary This study examined treatments for emesis in young Alexander disease patients, finding that 95% responded positively to valproic acid, which was more effective than anti-reflux medications or cyproheptadine, though some adverse effects require monitoring.
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