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valproic acid and Erythema Multiforme

valproic acid has been researched along with Erythema Multiforme in 3 studies

Valproic Acid: A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS.
valproic acid : A branched-chain saturated fatty acid that comprises of a propyl substituent on a pentanoic acid stem.

Erythema Multiforme: A skin and mucous membrane disease characterized by an eruption of macules, papules, nodules, vesicles, and/or bullae with characteristic bull's-eye lesions usually occurring on the dorsal aspect of the hands and forearms.

Research Excerpts

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"This study investigated the association between 2 mood stabilizers (carbamazepine and valproate) and other medications (including other anticonvulsants) and the risks of erythema multiforme (EM), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) among patients with bipolar disorder."7.74The association between carbamazepine and valproate and adverse cutaneous drug reactions in patients with bipolar disorder: a nested matched case-control study. ( Chang, CJ; Chao, PF; Gau, CS; Gau, SS; Lin, YJ, 2008)
"This study investigated the association between 2 mood stabilizers (carbamazepine and valproate) and other medications (including other anticonvulsants) and the risks of erythema multiforme (EM), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) among patients with bipolar disorder."3.74The association between carbamazepine and valproate and adverse cutaneous drug reactions in patients with bipolar disorder: a nested matched case-control study. ( Chang, CJ; Chao, PF; Gau, CS; Gau, SS; Lin, YJ, 2008)

Research

Studies (3)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's0 (0.00)18.2507
2000's2 (66.67)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's1 (33.33)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Papadopoulou, E1
Saroglou, M1
Ismailos, G1
Fletsios, D1
Tsavlis, D1
Tryfon, S1
Gau, SS1
Chao, PF1
Lin, YJ1
Chang, CJ1
Gau, CS1
Kacalak-Rzepka, A1
Kiedrowicz, M1
Bielecka-Grzela, S1
Ratajczak-Stefanska, V1
Maleszka, R1
Mikulska, D1

Reviews

2 reviews available for valproic acid and Erythema Multiforme

ArticleYear
Pearls for the diagnosis and possible pathophysiological mechanisms of valproic acid-induced lupus erythematosus: A literature review.
    Lupus, 2022, Volume: 31, Issue:6

    Topics: Antibodies, Antinuclear; Erythema Multiforme; Female; Humans; Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic; Male; V

2022
Rowell's syndrome in the course of treatment with sodium valproate: a case report and review of the literature data.
    Clinical and experimental dermatology, 2009, Volume: 34, Issue:6

    Topics: Antipsychotic Agents; Benzodiazepines; Depressive Disorder; Drug Therapy, Combination; Erythema Mult

2009

Other Studies

1 other study available for valproic acid and Erythema Multiforme

ArticleYear
The association between carbamazepine and valproate and adverse cutaneous drug reactions in patients with bipolar disorder: a nested matched case-control study.
    Journal of clinical psychopharmacology, 2008, Volume: 28, Issue:5

    Topics: Acetaminophen; Adult; Anticonvulsants; Antimanic Agents; Bipolar Disorder; Carbamazepine; Case-Contr

2008