[Topiramate for the treatment of post traumatic stress disorder. A case study].
Two patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were treated successfully with the anti-epileptic drug topiramate. Nightmares and the re-experiencing of traumatic events were particularly responsive to the treatment. Topiramate acted rapidly at a relatively low dosage and seems to be an important addition to the limited range of drugs availablefor treating severe symptoms of PTSD.
Aalbersberg
C F
CF
GGZ Noord-Holland-Noord. kaalbersberg@planet.nl
Mulder
J M V
JM
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