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Review
. 2006 Oct;11(10):788-99.
doi: 10.1017/s1092852900014917.

The use of antiepileptic drugs in bipolar disorders: a review based on evidence from controlled trials

Richard H Weisler  1 , Andrew J Cutler, James C Ballenger, Robert M Post, Terence A Ketter
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The use of antiepileptic drugs in bipolar disorders: a review based on evidence from controlled trials

Richard H Weisler et al. CNS Spectr. 2006 Oct.

Abstract

Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) have diverse psychotropic profiles. Some AEDs have proven to be efficacious in the treatment of mood disorders, especially bipolar disorder. Others are ineffective as primary treatments but may be useful adjuncts for mood disorders or comorbid conditions. Valproate (acute mania and mixed episodes), carbamazepine (acute mania and mixed episodes), and lamotrigine (maintenance to delay recurrence) have United States Food and Drug Administration indications for the treatment of bipolar disorder. This article provides an overview of data on the use of AEDs in bipolar disorder, including acute mania and depression, prophylaxis, and rapid cycling.

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