Valproic acid dissociates to the valproate ion in the GI tract. The mechanisms by which valproate exerts its therapeutic effects have not been established. It has been suggested that its activity ...

An early case report and review of the literature helped clearly establish valproic acid as a cause of pancreatitis and warned about the need to consider pancreatitis in any patient presenting ...

Valproic acid (as sodium salt) 250mg/5mL; oral soln. Valproic acid dissociates to the valproate ion in the GI tract. The mechanisms by which valproate exerts its therapeutic effects have not been ...

Six girls and five boys with valproic acid-induced pancreatitis were reviewed. The age range was from 4 to 16 years (see Table 1 for patient information). Eight of 11 patients presented with an ...