The critical interaction between valproate sodium and warfarin: case report and review

The critical interaction between valproate sodium and warfarin: case report and review

Abstract Background Valproic acid (VPA) and warfarin are commonly prescribed for patients with epilepsy and concomitant atrial fibrillation (AF). When VPA and warfarin are prescribed together, clinically important interactions may occur. VPA may replace warfarin from the protein binding sites and re...

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Main Authors: Chenguang Zhou, Yi Sui, Weijin Zhao, Chunyao Dong, Li Ren, Pingmei Song, Bing Xu, Xiaohong Sun
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-10-01
Series:BMC Pharmacology and Toxicology
Subjects:
Valproic acid
Warfarin
Interaction
International normalized ratio
Epilepsy
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40360-018-0251-0

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