Frequency of Sodium Valproate-Induced Hair Loss and Curly Hair

    June 2005
    Hoseiali Ebrahimi, S Shams Aldini, Sadr Ashkevari Shahriar
    Studysummary In this study conducted at Shafa Hospital, Kerman, Iran, 3.5% of patients using sodium valproate as an antiepileptic experienced hair loss and curling over ten years.
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