Pregnancy, baby, and childhood outcomes from using anti-seizure medication during pregnancy

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Emily Moore · Public Health Scotland

M. D. Millar · Public Health Scotland

Rachel Merrick · Public Health Scotland

Tanja Mueller · University of Strathclyde

Victoria Stark · Public Health Scotland

Lynne Jarvis · Public Health Scotland

Amanj Kurdi ·

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Our findings corroborate the associated risks of valproate use and embryo malformations, support the use of lamotrigine and levetiracetam in pregnancy and raise concerns regarding gabapentinoid use in pregnancy.

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Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum Pregnancy and Medication Impact

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Published in: Communications Medicine

Volume 6, Issue 1, pp. 28-28

DOI: 10.1038/s43856-025-01285-9

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Pregnancy, baby, and childhood outcomes from using anti-seizure medication during pregnancy

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