Which one of the following is a gender-specific side-effect of valproate?
(A) Polycystic ovarian syndrome (B) Alopecia (C) Weight loss (D) Tremor
(A) Ans: A. Polycystic ovarian syndrome Side-effects of Valproic AcidMC side effects are transient GI symptoms (anorexia, nausea & vomiting)Effects on the CNS: Sedation, ataxia & Rash, alopecia Stimulation of appetite & weight gain.Increase the chance of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women with epilepsy or bipolar disorders Elevation of hepatic transaminases, microvesicular steatosisAcute pancreatitisHyperammonemiaNeural tube defects