research Cosmetic Effects of Anti-Epileptic Drugs Among Adult Sudanese Epileptic Patients
Sudanese epilepsy patients often experience hair loss from anti-epileptic drugs but continue their medication regardless of cosmetic side effects.
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research Valproic Acid-Induced Hair Color Change in an Elderly Male
Valproic acid can cause hair color change in older men.
research Rheumatoid Arthritis and Gouty Arthritis in an Adult Patient with Down's Syndrome
A 44-year-old woman with Down's syndrome was diagnosed with both rheumatoid and gouty arthritis and treated with multiple medications.
research Curly Hair: A Rare Side Effect of Sodium Valproate in a Child
Sodium valproate can rarely cause curly hair in children.
research A Comparison of the Effects of Lamotrigine and Levetiracetam and Lamotrigine and Valproate Sodium in Patients with Epilepsy
Levetiracetam and valproate sodium both reduce seizures when added to lamotrigine, but levetiracetam has fewer side effects.
research Hypothalamic Hamartoma with Precocious Puberty and Gelastic Seizures in a Boy: Case Report
A boy with early puberty and laughing seizures was treated, stopping seizures and slowing puberty.
research Difficult-To-Treat Idiopathic Generalized Epilepsy In A Young Woman
The young woman with epilepsy became seizure-free after finding the right combination of medications.
research Treatment of Tourette’s Syndrome With Finasteride
Finasteride may effectively reduce Tourette's syndrome symptoms and improve life quality.
research Clinical Comparison of Extended-Release Divalproex Versus Delayed-Release Divalproex: Pooled Data Analyses From Nine Trials
Extended-release divalproex is better tolerated and more effective for seizures and psychiatric symptoms than delayed-release divalproex, but doesn't reduce hair loss.
research Summary of Findings on Psychotropic Medications
Second-generation antipsychotics offer no significant benefit over first-generation ones for schizophrenia.
research Hair Loss
The article concludes that hair loss has many causes and treatments, with medication options like finasteride and minoxidil for men, and minoxidil, hormones, or iron for women, while warning against unproven remedies.
research Dermatologic Side Effects of Psychotropic Medications
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.
research Psychotropic Medication and Drug-Related Alopecia
Some psychiatric medications can cause reversible hair loss.
research Neuropsychiatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Bipolar I Disorder With Catatonic Features
A girl initially thought to have a psychiatric disorder was later found to have a lupus-related condition, which improved with proper treatment.
research Risk of Valproic Acid-Related Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Valproic acid increases the risk of hair loss more than other drugs, especially in migraine patients, and lamotrigine may be a safer alternative.
research Update: The Pathogenesis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.
research Hyperactivity and Alopecia Associated with Ingestion of Valproic Acid in a Cat
A cat's hyperactivity and hair loss were caused by eating valproic acid but improved after stopping access to the drug.
research Update on Psychodermatological Disorders
Treating both the mind and skin together, especially by managing stress, can greatly improve outcomes for skin disorders linked to psychological issues.
research The Skin and Subcutaneous Tissues: Conditions, Diagnosis, and Systemic Implications
The document concludes that skin and nail changes can indicate various underlying health conditions.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
Certain medications can reduce mortality risk in COPD patients, but others can increase risks of cardiovascular issues, postoperative delirium, and other adverse effects.
research Antiseizure Medication-Induced Alopecia: A Literature Review
Some antiseizure medications can cause reversible hair loss, with valproate, lamotrigine, and carbamazepine being the most common.
research Pleural Effusion Associated With Divalproex Sodium
Divalproex sodium can cause pleural effusion, which stops when the drug is discontinued.
research Agitation as a Paradoxical Effect of Divalproex Sodium: A Case Report
Divalproex sodium can unexpectedly cause agitation and hyperactivity in some patients.