Rectal valproate syrup and status epilepticus.
In one patient, status epilepticus did not respond to commonly used anticonvulsants but was completely controlled by sodium valproate syrup given rectally. Rectal use of valproate syrup may obviate the need for assisted respiration.
D000368:Aged; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012007:Rectum; D013226:Status Epilepticus / Q000188:drug therapy*; D014635:Valproic Acid / Q000008:administration & dosage*
D014635:Valproic Acid