Depressive phases are the most prevalent component of bipolar disorders, even with
modern treatment. Bipolar depressive morbidity is often misdiagnosed and is limited in …

Valproic acid (2-propyl pentanoic acid) is a drug used for the treatment of epilepsy and
bipolar disorder. Although very rare, side effects such as spina bifida and other defects of …

Objectives. These guidelines are based on a first edition that was published in 2002, and
have been edited and updated with the available scientific evidence until September 2009 …

These updated guidelines are based on a first edition that was published in 2003, and have
been edited and updated with the available scientific evidence until end of 2008. Their …

Context Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) studies in adults with bipolar disorder (BD) indicate
altered white matter (WM) in the orbitomedial prefrontal cortex (OMPFC), potentially …

Objective: The aim of this paper was to review the association of most commonly used
psychopharmacological drugs with weight gain in bipolar disorder. Method: Information was …

The debate exists amongst clinical pharmacologists as to unlimited supplies of which drug
would be most useful when stranded on a deserted island. The tricyclic antidepressants …

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) constitute a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized
by social deficits, repetitive behaviors, and learning disability. Oxidative stress and …

Background: This brief review presents a comprehensive evaluation of valproate-induced
encephalopathy (VHE) and also discusses potential mechanisms of the condition. Scope …

Objective To present up-to-date information and recommendations on the management of
body weight changes during the use of antiepileptic mood stabilizers in bipolar disorder to …