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Suggest Treatment With Lowest Risk Of Teratogenic Damage For Epilepsy During Pregnancy

A woman who suffers from epilepsy is pregnant. Which treatment has the lowest risk for teratogenic damage? a. Phenytoin 600 mg per day b. Valproic acid 1400 mg per day c. Valproic acid 800 mg per day d. Lamotrigine 150 mg per day e. Tegretol 100 mg and Phenobarbital 5 mg per day
Mon, 3 Aug 2020
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Hi,

Leverteracetam or Limotrigine are better options though magnesium sulphate can be given injectable if fits happen later in pregnancy.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment With Lowest Risk Of Teratogenic Damage For Epilepsy During Pregnancy

Hi, Leverteracetam or Limotrigine are better options though magnesium sulphate can be given injectable if fits happen later in pregnancy. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician