A woman with epilepsy is planning pregnancy. She is on valproate. According to current guidelines what is the most appropriate advice...

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A woman with epilepsy is planning pregnancy. She is on valproate. According to current guidelines what is the most appropriate advice

Accepted Answer

Switch to carbamazepine if possible

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Continue valproate as is

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Stop all antiepileptic medication

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Add folinic acid only

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No need to change medication

MCQ (SBA): Neurology