[Cerebral oedema caused by sodium valproate]. / Valproaattimyrkytyksen aiheuttama aivoturvotus.

Sodium valproate is widely used as an antiepileptic drug. It has potential side effects and its overdosage is toxic. We present a case where a sodium valproate intoxication with severe cerebral oedema was managed in the intensive care unit with hemodialysis, levocarnitine and supportive care.