Anticonvulsant

Study Finds Newer Epilepsy Medications Do Not Impact Children’s Creativity During Pregnancy

A recent study published in Neurology explores the impact of newer epilepsy medications on children’s creativity when taken during pregnancy. While these drugs do not seem to affect creative thinking abilities, higher concentrations in the mother’s bloodstream may compromise children’s executive function. Expectant mothers with epilepsy are advised to carefully adjust medication dosages to balance seizure control and minimize potential adverse effects on the developing child.

MHRA updates on study of risks associated with children born to men taking valproate

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has provided an update on a new study regarding the risks associated with children born to men taking valproate. The new safety measures introduced in the UK are applicable to both male…