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GlossaryAnticonvulsants

medications that prevent or reduce seizures by stabilizing brain activity

Anticonvulsants, also known as antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), are medications used to prevent or reduce the frequency and severity of seizures in individuals with epilepsy or other seizure disorders. They work by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain, which helps to prevent the abnormal bursts of electrical impulses that cause seizures.

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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition

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The Prevalence and Management of Side Effects of Lithium and Anticonvulsants as Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorder from a Clinical Perspective

research The Prevalence and Management of Side Effects of Lithium and Anticonvulsants as Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorder from a Clinical Perspective

65 citations , July 2013 in “International Clinical Psychopharmacology”

Mood stabilizers like lithium and anticonvulsants have side effects that can lead to patients stopping their medication, and managing these effects is important for treatment adherence.

research The Coudability Sign of Alopecia Areata: The Real Story

9 citations , March 2011 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

The document concludes that anticonvulsants like phenytoin may cause skin reactions by affecting tryptophan metabolism and suggests researching vitamin levels in patients with drug reactions.

research Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis

48 citations , November 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a severe skin reaction often linked to drugs, requiring careful medication use and supportive care.

research Psychological Interventions in the Management of Common Skin Conditions

41 citations , March 2010 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management”

Using psychological treatments can help manage skin conditions along with regular medical care.

research Dermatologic Side Effects of Psychotropic Medications

31 citations , October 2013 in “Psychosomatics”

Psychotropic medications can cause skin reactions, including severe conditions like SJS and TEN, and it's important for psychiatrists to recognize and manage these side effects.

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