Valproate: Its Effects on Hair

    Anil Kakunje, Ashwini Prabhu, ES Sindhu Priya … P. K. Rahyanath
    Studysummary This article reviews valproate's impact on hair health, reporting both hair loss linked with oral use and early signs of hair regeneration from topical applications, without presenting new clinical results.
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