valproic acid has been researched along with Menopause 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.
Menopause: The last menstrual period. Permanent cessation of menses (MENSTRUATION) is usually defined after 6 to 12 months of AMENORRHEA in a woman over 45 years of age. In the United States, menopause generally occurs in women between 48 and 55 years of age.
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 0 (0.00) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 2 (66.67) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 0 (0.00) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 1 (33.33) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Tao, ZS | 1 |
| Zhou, WS | 1 |
| Xu, HG | 1 |
| Yang, M | 1 |
| Burt, VK | 1 |
| Rasgon, N | 1 |
| Khan, AY | 1 |
| Ludvigson, LR | 1 |
| Stewart, M | 1 |
| Gorman, JM | 1 |
1 review available for valproic acid and Menopause
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Special considerations in treating bipolar disorder in women.
Topics: Anticonvulsants; Antimanic Agents; Bipolar Disorder; Breast Feeding; Contraceptives, Oral; Drug Inte | 2004 |
2 other studies available for valproic acid and Menopause
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Intermittent administration sodium valproate has a protective effect on bone health in ovariectomized rats.
Topics: Animals; Bone Density; Cancellous Bone; Core Binding Factor Alpha 1 Subunit; Disease Models, Animal; | 2021 |
Menopause manifesting as bipolar symptoms.
Topics: Antipsychotic Agents; Bipolar Disorder; Depressive Disorder, Major; Dibenzothiazepines; Estrogen Rep | 2007 |