19th May 2025

You are reviewing a 45-year-old man in the neurology clinic, who is complaining of nausea and vomiting since being commenced on sodium valproate to treat epilepsy.

You are reviewing a 45-year-old man in the neurology clinic, who is complaining of nausea and vomiting since being commenced on sodium valproate to treat epilepsy. Which of the following is not a well-recognised side effect of sodium valproate? 

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.