World of Psychology

Valproate (brand names Depakote, Epival, Epilim and others worldwide) is linked to an alarming rate of serious congenital anatomical and cognitive defects, and deaths, in babies with in utero exposure. Valproate is used to treat epilepsy but is also a first-line mood stabilizer for bipolar

0 Comments to
Birth Defects From Valproate

Before posting, please read our blog moderation guidelines. The comments below begin with the oldest comments first. Click on the last comments page to jump to the most recent comments.

Join the Conversation!

Before posting, please read our blog moderation guidelines.

Post a Comment:


(Required, will be published)

(Required, but will not be published)

(Optional)

Recent Comments
  • Daisy: An article full of wisdom, I think! My husband and I have recently celebrated our 25th wedding...
  • Austin: To the author: “… the rest of the seminal fluid has more than 4 dozen other chemicals. One of...
  • Austin: It’s certainly worth a study, but there’s every reason not to assume an equivalent result. The...
  • A: My daughter went on a mediicne for bipolar about 1 1/2 months ago–she has gained 14 lbs since then. I...
  • Rod: Dear Virginia, As a sensitive man I must be so lucky to have a woman who constantly respects and appreciates me...
Subscribe to Our Weekly Newsletter



Find a Therapist


Users Online: 4255
Join Us Now!