valproic acid has been researched along with Sex Disorders in 5 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.
| Excerpt | Relevance | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| "The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of carbamazepine (CBZ) and sodium valproate (VPA) monotherapy on sexual functions, sex hormones, and semen analysis and quality in male patients with epilepsy." | 3.88 | Evaluation of sex hormones and sperm parameters in male epileptic patients. ( Colak, A; Köse, C; Ocek, L; Sarıteke, A; Tarhan, H; Uludağ, FI; Zorlu, F; Zorlu, Y, 2018) |
| "Valproic acid (VPA) was the first recognized AED to cause disturbances potentially due to metabolic changes and increasing weight." | 2.66 | Reproductive health in patients with epilepsy. ( Chatzistefanidis, D; Georgiou, I; Keramida, A; Kyritsis, AP; Markoula, S; Siarava, E; Zikopoulos, A, 2020) |
| "Valproic acid (VPA) is a broad spectrum antiepileptic drug (AED) that is generally regarded as a first-choice agent for most forms of idiopathic and symptomatic generalised epilepsies." | 2.53 | Valproic Acid Metabolism and its Consequences on Sexual Functions. ( Belcastro, V; Castagnino, M; Cofini, M; Leo, A; Mencaroni, E; Russo, E; Verrotti, A, 2016) |
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 0 (0.00) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 0 (0.00) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 3 (60.00) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 2 (40.00) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Watkins, LV | 1 |
| Angus-Leppan, H | 1 |
| Markoula, S | 1 |
| Siarava, E | 1 |
| Keramida, A | 1 |
| Chatzistefanidis, D | 1 |
| Zikopoulos, A | 1 |
| Kyritsis, AP | 1 |
| Georgiou, I | 1 |
| Ocek, L | 1 |
| Tarhan, H | 1 |
| Uludağ, FI | 1 |
| Sarıteke, A | 1 |
| Köse, C | 1 |
| Colak, A | 1 |
| Zorlu, F | 1 |
| Zorlu, Y | 1 |
| Verrotti, A | 1 |
| Mencaroni, E | 1 |
| Cofini, M | 1 |
| Castagnino, M | 1 |
| Leo, A | 1 |
| Russo, E | 1 |
| Belcastro, V | 1 |
| Elia, J | 1 |
| Imbrogno, N | 1 |
| Delfino, M | 1 |
| Mazzilli, F | 1 |
3 reviews available for valproic acid and Sex Disorders
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Valproate, sexual health, and men: A narrative review.
Topics: Anticonvulsants; Epilepsy; Erectile Dysfunction; Female; Humans; Male; Sexual Behavior; Sexual Dysfu | 2020 |
Reproductive health in patients with epilepsy.
Topics: Anticonvulsants; Epilepsy; Female; Gonadal Steroid Hormones; Humans; Infertility, Female; Infertilit | 2020 |
Valproic Acid Metabolism and its Consequences on Sexual Functions.
Topics: Animals; Anticonvulsants; Biotransformation; Endocrine System; Endocrine System Diseases; Female; Hu | 2016 |
2 other studies available for valproic acid and Sex Disorders
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Evaluation of sex hormones and sperm parameters in male epileptic patients.
Topics: Adolescent; Adult; Anticonvulsants; Carbamazepine; Epilepsy; Gonadal Steroid Hormones; Gonadotropins | 2018 |
Retrograde ejaculation and abnormal hormonal profile in a subject under treatment with valproate and phenytoin.
Topics: Anticonvulsants; Ejaculation; Hormones; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Phenytoin; Sexual Dysfunction, Ph | 2010 |