valproic acid has been researched along with Trichotillomania 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.
Trichotillomania: Compulsion to pull out one's hair.
| 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 | 1 (33.33) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| Adewuya, EC | 1 |
| Zinser, W | 1 |
| Thomas, C | 1 |
| Rharrabti, S | 1 |
| Aalouane, R | 1 |
| Kummer, A | 1 |
| Maia, DP | 1 |
| Cardoso, F | 1 |
| Teixeira, AL | 1 |
3 other studies available for valproic acid and Trichotillomania
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Trichotillomania: a case of response to valproic acid.
Topics: Anticonvulsants; Antimanic Agents; Child; Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; Female; Follow-Up Studie | 2008 |
[Severe trichotillomania associated with obsessive ideation].
Topics: Adult; Antidepressive Agents; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Drug Therapy, Combination; Female; Human | 2012 |
Trichotillomania in acute Sydenham's chorea.
Topics: Acute Disease; Adolescent; Anticonvulsants; Chorea; Comorbidity; Female; Humans; Penicillin G Benzat | 2007 |