research Issues in the Treatment of Epilepsy
Treating epilepsy is complex, requiring careful drug choice and patient adherence to manage seizures and side effects.
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research Implications of Neuroimaging for the Treatment of Epilepsy
Neuroimaging suggests that treatments targeting brain steroids could help control epilepsy, especially types linked to the menstrual cycle.
research Role of Anticonvulsant and Antiepileptogenic Neurosteroids in the Pathophysiology and Treatment of Epilepsy
Neurosteroids show promise for treating epilepsy and more research is needed.
research Neurosteroids on the Epilepsy Chessboard: Keeping Seizures in Check
Ketogenic diet, neurosteroids, and HMGB1-TLR4 signaling pathway are potential targets for new epilepsy treatments.
research The Role of Candidate Pharmacogenetic Variants in Determining Valproic Acid Efficacy, Toxicity, and Concentrations in Patients with Epilepsy
Genetic variants can affect valproic acid's effectiveness, side effects, and levels in epilepsy treatment.
research Ferulic Acid Inhibits Catamenial Epilepsy Through Modulation Of Female Hormones
Ferulic acid may help control menstrual cycle-related epilepsy by affecting female hormones.
research Cure Most Diseases by Logical Nutrition Treatment: The Society Agent Simulating and Usage of Oral and Dental Diseases to Predict Criminals Earlier
The document suggests using natural remedies like bloodletting and honey for various health issues but lacks scientific evidence for their effectiveness.
research Analysis of Adverse Drug Reactions in Pediatric Patients with Epilepsy: An Intensive Pharmacovigilance Study
Many pediatric epilepsy patients experience preventable severe adverse drug reactions, especially with certain medications and risk factors.
research Regulatory Effect of Cannabidiol on Decreased β-Catenin Expression in Alopecia Models by Testosterone and PMA Treatment in Dermal Papilla Cells
CBD may help restore hair growth-related protein levels in alopecia caused by hormones or other factors.
research Sebaceous Adenitis in Swedish Dogs: A Retrospective Study of 104 Cases
English springer spaniels are more prone to severe sebaceous adenitis than standard poodles.
research Response Surface Methodology Approach to Formulate and Optimize the Bilayer Combination Tablet of Tamsulosin and Finasteride
The study successfully formulated and optimized a bilayer tablet combining Tamsulosin and Finasteride using response surface methodology.
research Reproductive Dysfunction in Women With Epilepsy: Recommendations for Evaluation and Management
Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.
research Reproductive Dysfunction in Women with Epilepsy
Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.
research Side Effects of Sodium Valproate Among Children With Epilepsy Under 2 Years of Age
Sodium valproate caused vomiting, hair loss, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, weight gain, and anemia in young children with epilepsy.
research Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Some alternative treatments for hair loss might work, but more research is needed.
research Cosmetic Side Effects of Antiepileptic Drugs in Adults With Epilepsy
Some antiepileptic drugs can cause weight gain and hair loss, especially in women.
research Using Sodium Valproate in Children Under 2 Years of Age: Study in a District Hospital, Dinajpur, Bangladesh
Sodium valproate caused vomiting in 20% of children under 2 years old, with other side effects like hair loss and loss of appetite also noted.
research Side Effects of Sodium Valproate During Long-Term Treatment in Epilepsy
Long-term sodium valproate treatment for epilepsy generally caused mild and temporary side effects.
research Rare Combination of Adverse Effects Associated With Lamotrigine Treatment
A young man had rare serious side effects from an epilepsy drug, leading to stopping the drug.
research Treating Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures: Easier Said Than Done
Progesterone treatment improved seizures in a woman with menstrual cycle-related epilepsy, but a wrong medication worsened her condition.
research Hair Loss with Levetiracetam in Five Patients with Epilepsy
Levetiracetam may cause hair loss, which can potentially reverse with lower doses or stopping the drug.
research How Does Altered Metabolism Lead to Seizure Control? Partially Filling the Knowledge Gap
Altered metabolism can help control seizures by changing brain signaling and energy use, suggesting new treatments for epilepsy.
research Progesterone, Neurosteroids, and the Hormonal Basis of Catamenial Epilepsy
Progesterone and related compounds may help control seizures linked to the menstrual cycle but have limitations that need addressing.
research A 6-Month Prospective Study on Efficacy, Safety, and Quality of Life Profiles of Extended-Release Formulation of Valproate in Patients with Epilepsy
Extended-release valproate effectively reduced seizures and improved quality of life in epilepsy patients over 6 months, with some side effects.
research Catamenial-Like Seizure Exacerbation in Mice with Targeted Ablation of Extrasynaptic δGABA-A Receptors in the Brain
Removing certain brain receptors in mice worsens seizure severity and response to treatment during hormone withdrawal.
research Finasteride Inhibits the Disease-Modifying Activity of Progesterone in the Hippocampus Kindling Model of Epileptogenesis
Finasteride worsens seizures in epilepsy rats and speeds up epileptogenesis in mice.
research Current State of Knowledge on the Use of Cannabidiol (CBD) in Various Medical Conditions
CBD is effective for certain epilepsy conditions, shows promise for other health issues, but needs more research for safety and effectiveness.
research Sodium Valproate for Painful Peripheral Neuropathy in Diabetic Patients
Sodium valproate is not recommended as a first-line treatment for neuropathy but may be used in resistant cases.
research Curly Hair Induced by Valproate in Bipolar Disorder
Valproate can cause rare hair curling in some patients.
research A Case of Androgenetic Alopecia Treated with Valproic Acid
Valproic acid helped hair growth in alopecia patient; more research needed.