Sodium valproate in Sydenham's chorea.
Five patients with a moderate to severe degree of Sydenham's chorea were treated with sodium valproate for their involuntary movements. Within a week of commencement of treatment, the choreic movements disappeared completely. Sodium valproate appears to be a promising drug in the management of Sydenham's chorea.
D000293:Adolescent; D002819:Chorea / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009068:Movement / Q000187:drug effects; D014635:Valproic Acid / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D014635:Valproic Acid