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Metabolic Changes observed in Anticonvulsants.
| Ranking | Medication | Metabolic Change | Effect on the Patient |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anticonvulsant | Valproic acid | 12.89% Constipation [11,12]. 23.4% Weight gain [11,12]. Appetite and sleep changes [11]. |
100% of patients with diabetes, and hypertension, should not receive treatment with Fosphenytoin. |
| Fosphenytoin | 79% BMI alteration. 56% increase in abdominal obesity [11,28]. |
