Vitamin D deficiency would most likely be seen in a patient with seizures who is being treated with which drug type?
1. Phenytoin-like agents
2. Benzodiazepines
3. Barbiturates
4. Hydantoins
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Barbiturates can cause a vitamin D deficiency.
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