Divalproex sodium in severe anaemia: A case report
2007
Divalproex Sodium and Severe Anaemia: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Maneesh Gupta
Primary Institution: Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Trust
Conclusion
Divalproex sodium may result in severe side effects in clients with severe anaemia.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient experienced severe side effects after taking divalproex sodium.
- His haemoglobin levels were critically low due to chronic self-harm.
- The medication was discontinued after nine days due to adverse reactions.
Takeaway
A man with severe anaemia tried a medication called divalproex sodium for mood swings but had to stop because it made him feel very sick.
Methodology
Case report detailing the effects of divalproex sodium on a patient with severe anaemia.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the author's previous relationships with pharmaceutical companies.
Limitations
The findings are based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 36-year-old male with a history of self-harm and severe anaemia.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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