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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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An 8-year-old boy is being seen in your neurology clinic for seizures of the type observed in video V. While speaking with the child, you notice that he frequently asks you to repeat yourself, and looks at you occasionally with a blank stare. Which of the following medications would be most appropriate for this patient?
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Valproic acid