Epilepsy Drug Side Effect May Increase Pregnancy Risks: Study
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A genetic variation most commonly found in people of Asian descent, is most likely the link between the epilepsy drug Tegretol and a rare, debilitating and sometimes deadly skin reactions…
The side effects of Tegretol, a widely-used anticonvulsant, have been linked to an increased risk of spina bifida in newborns when the medication is used by pregnant women.
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…