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stiripentol · Medicine question

What are the most common side effects of stiripentol?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

The most common side effects of stiripentol are anorexia, weight loss, insomnia, drowsiness, ataxia, hypotonia and dystonia.

Sources for this answer

Diacomit 250mg hard capsulesAlan Pharmaceuticals · emc · SmPC §4.8 Undesirable effects · Version 6Document updated 11 September 2025

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