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Depacon, Depakote Pregnancy Warning Updated Regarding Birth Defect Risk
The FDA is updating the warning for the antimigraine and antiepileptic drug valproate sodium and related drugs, which include Depacon, Depakote, Depakene and Stavzor. Use during pregnancy can cause neural tube defects and other major birth defects.
Epilepsy Drug Birth Defects Lead to New Guidelines for Pregnant Women
According to new guidelines issued by the American Academy of Neurology and American Epilepsy Society, pregnant women should avoid taking the drug valproate, which could include Depakote, Depacon and several generic versions. The risk of valproate birth defects appears to outweigh the benefits provided by taking the drug during pregnancy, which is usually a [...]
Epilepsy Drug Suicide Warnings Added by FDA
The FDA is requiring the manufacturers of 11 different epilepsy drugs, such as Lamictal, Lyrica, Topamax and Depakote, to warn about potential side effects that may increase the risk of suicide and suicidal thoughts.
Pregnancy Use of Valproate Linked to Autism in Children
New research suggests that children of women who are given the epilepsy drug valproate during pregnancy could face an increased risk of autism.
