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Peer reviewedAlvarez, Norberto; Williams, Ronda – Mental Retardation, 1998
This response supports previous findings by describing the experiences of the Wentham Developmental Center. This center found switching from Depakene to generic valproic acid was not associated with any change in the number of epileptic seizures. The occurrence of adverse gastrointestinal effects of valproic acid is addressed. (CR)
Descriptors: Adults, Children, Drug Therapy, Epilepsy
