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Can Person Under Treatment For Epilepsy Have Healthy Pregnancy At Age Of 41?

I would like to start a family. I am 41. I take medication for epilepsy, 200mg lamotrigine and 450mg phenytoin daily but have been seizure free for a number of years. I have regular menstral cycles and am not aware of any other fertilty issues. I also take 5mg of folic acid daily. Should i be able to conceive naturally and have a healthy pregnancy?
Mon, 29 May 2017
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I have gone through the query and understood your concern. It is indeed possible to conceive under modern forms of treatment even while undergoing treatment for epilepsy. You need to have a proper clinical evaluation and plan further management. The anti-epileptic medication has to be modulated and changed to safer drugs which can be used in pregnancy. Also, considering your age and health, it is better to opt for ART to save precious time. Please contact your health care provider for further information. Wish you good health.
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Can Person Under Treatment For Epilepsy Have Healthy Pregnancy At Age Of 41?

Hello, I have gone through the query and understood your concern. It is indeed possible to conceive under modern forms of treatment even while undergoing treatment for epilepsy. You need to have a proper clinical evaluation and plan further management. The anti-epileptic medication has to be modulated and changed to safer drugs which can be used in pregnancy. Also, considering your age and health, it is better to opt for ART to save precious time. Please contact your health care provider for further information. Wish you good health.