We reviewed the extant literature to evaluate the current evidence regarding the efficacy and
safety of anticonvulsants in the treatment of obsessive–compulsive and related disorders.
Relevant literature was accessed using the C ochrane database, embase and PubMed on
29 O ctober 2013. Prospective studies examining the efficacy of anticonvulsants in
obsessive–compulsive and related disorders were included. Case reports, case series, and
retrospective studies were excluded. A total of 10 studies were included in this review. The …